Terence S. Hatton‚ 41‚ captain‚ FDNY‚ Rescue 1. A twenty year veteran‚ he was decorated many times. As a FEMA task force leader‚ Hatton was deployed after the Oklahoma City bombing and the TWA Flight 800 plane crash off Long Island. At his funeral service‚ Mayor Rudolph Giuliani described Hatton‚ whose wife‚ Elizabeth‚ was a mayoral aide‚ as City Hall’s ‘resident hero. He reminded me of Joe DiMaggio: quiet‚ self-determined‚ confident.’
He was one of the most decorated people in the fire department‚ and he was captain of the prestigious company in New York‚ Rescue 1. He had a booming voice and hearty laugh. He truly cared about people‚ especially family and friends. He left me with a very special and precious gift‚ our baby girl.
Capt. Hatton you are my hero and role model as I begin the next step in my fire service career. What you have done and the legacy you have left has propelled me to follow in your foot steps to become an Outstanding firefighter and rescue specialist. I wish I would have gotten the chance to someday meet you and hear a small part of the wealth of knowledge you have. As a young firefighter I will always remember Capt. Hatton and the 10 other men he led into the World Trade Center on 9/11. I will make sure their fire is forever carried on and they are never forgotten.
– Dale AbbinantiTerry was my landlord at the time of the attack on the World Trade Center. He was one of the most down to earth people I’ve ever been lucky to know. My Wife and I think about Terry alot. Terry will always be missed but never forgotten.
– Thomas KochI am with the Disney Social Club “Main St.Fire”. This year we have started the 1st Annual 9-11 Disney Walk in memorial to the 343 Fire fighters that had fallen. We had made T-Shirt, Glow in the Dark Patches and the Bibs that had a Fallen Heros name and the Unit they worked on all of which we wore. 100% of the proceed are being donated to the “Families of the Fallen” We were amazed at the turn out some where over 400 people joined on this day.
– Tammy WhitmerI felt I had a certain camaraderie with Rescue 1
– Tammy WhitmerOn the 2nd September 2017 I was given a wonderful opportunity of doing a stair climb challenge for the Country Fire Authority/ MFB and other firefighting organisations within Australia and overseas where 600 members dressed in structural clothing and Compressed Air Breathing Apparatus raced up 28 floors of stairs in the aim of raising money for Depression, PTSD and suicide .
– Damion TillerAt this event every participant was given a firefighter who had passed in the line of duty and it was my privilege to represent Captain Terence S. Hatton and with a time of 6 minutes and 12 seconds I hope I have honoured his memory.
Thank you
On September 8, 2017, my firm sponsored the 911 Tower Challenge through the 100 Club in Phoenix, AZ. I proudly wore a wristband in honor of Captain Terence Hatton while climbing over 2,000 stairs for this event. Next year, I will proudly wear another wristband in someone else’s honor. We live in a great country and are blessed every day by the efforts of those who sacrificed their life to protect and serve our country and its citizens. Today was made of and made unforgettable memories.
– Tamela GationI’m an Australian Volunteer Firefighter, for the CFA in Victoria. It is the eve of the Firefighter Stair Climb in Melbourne.
– Genevieve McKenzie McHargIt is tradition that we carry a fallen Firefighter as part of our climb. This year, I have the honour of Captain Terence S. Hatton as part of my Structure Turnout Gear, heading up 28 floors with Breathing Apparatus.
A fallen Hero, worthy of the title.
I climbing for the second year in a row at the San Diego 9/11 memorial stair climb this past week in honor of Captain Hatton. RIP, 343.
– Chris DowningI post your story on my FaceBook page each year in your memory. I worked with your cousin, Denise, in Houston.
– Sharon Bannon18 years have passed since the WTC fell and as I sit here watching a movie about that day, your name comes to mind. We didn’t know each other and had never met but, in response to the City’s request for citizens to attend the funerals of firefighters because there were so many, I went to yours. The words and sentiments expressed by those on the program spoke highly of a man who was well-respected and loved by many. I thank you for your ultimate sacrifice in giving your life in a valiant attempt to save others for there is no greater expression of love than one who would lay down his/her life for a another. Continual prayers for your family and friends and may your memory live on for years to come.
– Dee Dee EllisRemembering Terry and all of the fallen on this date, 19 years ago. My prayers are with the families and friends.
– MicaIn memory of the 911 fallen heros, members of Carterville Baptist Church in Petal, Mississippi took different names to pray for the family of each. I choose Captain Terence Hatton. He truly was a wonderful human. I pray that his family has found peace in these last 19 years knowing he died doing such a brave and noble act. God bless the Hatton family.
– Karen GeogheganMany years later I’m watching Rebirth documentary. Had to come here and post my thoughts and deepest condolences for the loss of such a brave man, husband, father, friend.
– Sonya GalaCaptain Hatton only 41 yrs of age and Led His Men without fear but will to save others. He had the ability to become perhaps, the Fire Commissioner, had he survived. There were so many heroes on that day. Mayor Guliani did such an excellent job in the time that followed. We made it through. God Bless Terrence, the many whom died that day, the many that suffered and died latter, and the many that still suffer still currently. Thank You Gov. Pattacki, President George Bush, Police Commissioner Kouric and all those whom led us through the TRAUMA…Gerard Hinton Baldwin, New York….. NYPD (Ret.)
– Gerard HintonCaptain Hatton forever changed my life when he invited me (a simple volunteer fireman) to ride along with he and his crew a few months before the attack. Captain Hatton actually assigned me a position on the truck that day and i will NEVER forget how he included me as a brother on his staff. Thank you Capt! I will forever miss you!
– Sean CoutorieJust happen to see a video of Captain Hatton on social media. I was drawn to look more into this special individual. Thank you you are not forgotten.
– Cole GasperiniI still get very emotional learning or reading about the events surrounding 9/11. Especially the stories of the first responders, the victims… and yes their families. I still have a folder of newspaper clippings of the first responders’ and their heroic measures.
– Diego H CortesGod Bless to you, you’ll never be forgotten.
Diego H Cortes
I was Sunny Mendel Driver. I meant Terry a couple of times and will never forget him.
– Herbert MillerI did a stairclimb in full gear. On the table of badges. I saw his badge right on top and instantly grabbed and said his famous outstanding. After the climb and rang the bell and said his name and rank and company I ended it with outstanding.
– JesseJohn 15:13 no greater sacrifice than a man laying down his life for his fellow brothers and sisters!!
– Michael DundeeI was very affected by 9/11 as a young 21-year-old. I hate it that todays generation doesn’t get it. I am watching “Rebirth”. Not sure how I never saw this one before. But this was so moving. I went to Ground Zero in October of 02 on my way to Africa on a mission trip. I was never so emotional. The pain was so palpable. I will never ever forget.
– Melissa PooleDear Mr. and Mrs. Hatton, Sarah and Family.
Its strange but when I woke up today you all were my first thought. I know today is a difficult day for you, as is the anniversary of Kenny’s passing as well. I frequently think of both Kenny and Terry, from high school. Kenny took care of me when I was sick with Crohns in school and kept the bullies away from a sick skinny kid. Terry took care of me after my brother Tommy passed, always checking on me. They are both in my prayers today, as are you all. God bless you and may you find peace in knowing they were such good men.
John Galligan
– John GalliganRip bro
– Lee hattonThinking of you tonight. In memory of Terry.
– Chris KingMy husband and I participated in the 2025 Tunnel to Towers Foundation climb in our city of Charlotte, NC this past Sunday, April 27th, 2025 at Bank of America Stadium. Cpt. Terence Hatton (and Lt. Joseph Leavey) were the two people we climbed in honor of. I picked them at random. I’m grateful that we had the opportunity to participate, and it’s only because of people like Terence, who sacrificed their lives for something bigger than themselves; our freedom. Tunnel to Towers is a beautiful foundation and we will be participating again next year in honor of two other first responders that our country lost that day. My condolences go to your daughter and your wife. May you continue to rest in peace, Cpt. Terence Hatton. – The Scacchetti’s
– Kaylin ScacchettiThank You for your service and for your Heroism Mr. Hatton. I was born in ’99 and only recently had the privilege of hearing a dear friend of yours speak so highly of you in an interview, I was greatly drawn to the kind of man you were. If I can leave anything here its emphasis on the fact that you indeed lived out your true purpose here on this earth, leaving a legacy that has gone on and inspired young men like myself to show up, do better and be outstanding.” Thank You Mr. Hatton.
– Donta HillTerry: our paths crossed bery briefly while I was employed with Cairns and Brother, Clifton NJ. You were a solid supporter of my prior company and well loved by all. Today, I am doubling my contribution to T2T in your name. I would type “May God Bless You” but I know he already has…heard tell you got the A shift with no rotation!
– Peter HendrickOutstanding
– Christian Charles HaleyStill riding bossman, you continue to inspire, teach, and mold rescue companies around the country. Your sacrifice is never forgotten even 25 years later. WE WILL NEVER FORGET CAPTAIN MAN-HATTON! OUTSTANDING!
– Eamonn MoloneyI will be honoring Terrance S Hatton as I do the 2026 9/11 stair climb. I am grateful
– Kandis EarleTerry you are missed my friend
– Michael NarcisoI was the one who found him on the staircase at Tower One on Sep 27, 2001… 🙏🏽
– Jose PollockCaptain Hatton continues to inspire me today to always do the right thing no matter the consequence and know your tools and equipment better than everyone else and to just simply try to be OUTSTANDING in everything you do .
– Josh SlagelI had the pleasure of hearing about Capt. Hatton from one of his uncle’s, whom is a previous patient of mine. He told me the story of that dreadful day. He told me about the wedding for he and Beth, and how she ended up finding out that she was pregnant after that day. The way that his eyes lit up when he was telling me the story and how he got to tour Rescue 1…very touching.
It is very hard to believe that tomorrow marks 25 years since that day that will forever live in infamy. I will always remember where I was that day, what I was doing, and anything about that day. I will forever remember 9/12/01, when everyone came together and loved their neighbors.
Continue to rest in piece faithful servant.
– Jenna CrockettMy condolences to his family you lost a true hero that day
– Steve VojvodichI had the privilege of participating in the 2026 9/11 stair climb in Green Bay, WI and carrying the badge for Capt. Hatton. He will always be remembered.
– Dep. Garrett RogersThank you for your efforts
– Lauren BottolfsonTim Brown talks about you a lot in a 3 hour interview he was in
– Tyler SmithI listen to it every 9/11. You sounded like a very good man and im sorry for what happened to you.
As young firefighter I had the privilege to walk in memory of Capt. Hatton and it was such a honor never forget.
– PelhamRest In Peace Captain Terence Hatton who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11,2001 operating at Manhattan Box 5-5-8087 Rest In Peace Brother It is an honor to honor him and his sacrifice made by 343 Fallen FDNY Brothers Never Forget their sacrifice GodSpeed Brother You Will Never Be Forgotten
– Owen Garner