Lt. Kevin J. Pfeifer worked out of Engine 33 on Great Jones Street in Manhattan. He was a Paramedic for NY Hospital and St. Vincent’s Hospital in Manhattan. Kevin loved life! He was an expert sailor and had a private pilot’s license. Kevin always wanted to be like his brother Deputy Chief Joseph‚ and he adored his sister‚ Mary Ellen.
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I saw your name on the 9/11 Memorial today in NYC and wanted to see who you were. God bless you and your family.
– Ruth EnsingI was at the WTC Reflecting Pools last month and saw your name.
– ElaineI was really touched by your unselfishness but very proud
Thinking of you on your birthday and always.
– Alina BadiaI am participating in the Colorado 9/11 Stair Climb to honor our hero’s that so bravely entered the towers 15 years ago & sacrificed their life so others could live. I am honored to make this climb in your name Kevin J. Pfeifer. It is an honor to walk this memorial for you. May God Bless your family today as the anniversary of your great sacrifice I’m sure still hurts.
– STACEY SCHOFIELD15 years ago I chose a single name from the television to remember from that fateful day. Each September and often other times I do just that. I remember you, Lt Pfeifer. I didn’t know you personally, sir, but I will never forget your name or your selfless sacrifice.
– SteveDepty Chief Pfeifer Joseph God Bless you and your brother Kevin
– ElizabethWent to St.Margaret’s with you. Sweet man. That awful day took your life too soon. I kept seeing your name on 9-11 specialson TV. Woke up this morning thinking about that day and you. Rest In Peace. You are a true hero!
– JoanneI participated in the 911 stair climb here in San Diego, CA, yesterday. It was an honor to climbed in your name, I’m a firefighter’s wife, I had you in my thought as I climbed, thanking you for your sacrifice and praying for love ones. A True Heroe.
– Johanny HernandezMr. Pfeifer, I did not know you personally but I have great respect for what you and your fellow brothers and sisters did for NYC and our nation on that day. You made us feel like even though the worst had happened, we had firefighters that were going to save the day. 343 made the ultimate sacrifice that day. As a New Yorker, I take special pride in that people like you donned the FDNY uniform with honor and dignity. I will never forget you or your fellow firefighters for what you did. God Bless You and rest well sir.
– Christopher BennerKevin and I were paramedics together at Bellevue for a few months in 1986. I was a brand new medic, and Kevin took me under his wing and showed me what was important and what wasn’t. I was transferred to Harlem Hospital and he joined FDNY, which had been his goal all along, but I always remember Kevin as a great guy, and was very sad to hear of his tragic death.
– Charles Hintermeistertrue hero kevin
– gren steelI climb today for you, in honor of your sacrifice.
– JamesI’ve watched the documentary ten times. Each time I see a little if you and lots of your brother. You both were so calm in the face of absolute chaos. When it was time to climb you did just that. To hear you saved many lives while giving your own is a truly heroic thing. We in the world that survived watching that horror have continued to push forward in this world. We all honor all who lost their lives that frightful day. Rest easy sir. We are doing okay. You are a hero. All of you are heroes to many in this world
– Richard LawsonI am a 9 year old who really thinks that you are a huge hero as a paramedic. You saved so many lives. Not only people in the tower but some were outside. God bless you and your brother Joseph Pfeifer. You helped us not lose our freedom for our country. Thanks for all of your support and braveness. Don’t forget that you helped the 343 firemen who died and you really deserve the lieutenant job and you helped all of us. Thank you and God Bless you forever.
– Finnley OldsMy name is Brandin McCuiston I am a firefighter emt. I volunteer for a small department in Freeman Missouri. Dolan West Dolan fire protection district. Today I will be doing the 9/11 memorial stair climb in Kansas City Missouri. This will be the first climb I’ve ever attended and I’m climbing for lieutenant Kevin J. Pfeifer . This is my chance to show i will never forget. Thank you for your service brother. I will never forget what you did that day. You are a true hero.
– Brandin T McCuistonThis past Saturday, September 7th, 2019, I climbed 110 flights of stairs at Lambeau Field in your honor. At the 78th flight, I rang a bell and cried as I said your name. Thank you for your sacrifice, and know that I will never forget your name. No words can express the emotion I felt as I walked in your honor. #neverforget
– Becca WorzallaWe used to have interesting conversations about your EMT house calls. You were a pilot, had a degree in psychology and were a dedicated firefighter. You gave your life so that others could be saved. You are a true hero. I will never forget you.
– Lucille ScafideI remember you Kevin J. Pfeifer you were one of our paramedics working at Jacob K. Javits Center when I met you. You were a kind and gentle man. I remember when you left to join the Fire Dept. We loved you at the Javits Center and were devastated when you perished. We will never forget you!
– Gwendolyn DouglasGod Bless You Kevin. May you Rest In Peace…we’ll take if from here
– Matt UrtzTo this day I remember Kevin
– Stephen BakerWe worked on 12-boy our unit out of the Bellevue garage as emts before later becoming medics.
He was smart, compassionate, quiet
Was happy when he got called to work with nyfd
He was always composed compassionate caring. He has always been missed.
I was in infantry school In 2018 and after graduation I was in the back of a cab when I saw a par of dog tags. I just thought someone forgot them. I when picked them up I saw that they weren’t ID tags they were memorial tags, your memorial tags. I just sat there for a couple seconds and stared at them. It made me think, it made me take a second to picture the sene. the buildings burning, the people screaming, the mass fear, and In all of that I see you. As you watch all of this happen and make the conscious decision to run into the crumbling building. I just hope one day I’ll be as selfless as you were. I still have them and they hang above my bed. I see them every night before bed and it humbles me. Thank you Kevin
– Jeshua MummI worked with Kevin as a Paramedic before he went over to FDNY. He was such a funny guy and fun to work with. I don’t ever remember him raising his voice, he was always a calming influence, whatever the call was.
– Simeon KlebanerI thank you for your bravery- I send my condolences to your Family-
– Olga F FisherProud to be an American not because of who I am but because of men like Kevin J. Pfeifer.
– Richard PfeiferOne of the many reasons why I became a firefighter. Big shoes to fill. We got it from here, thank you.
– EthanKevin. Thinking of you & your
– Ryan C. Reedfamily. sending my love and prayers to you. You’ll never ever be forgotten.
Kevin: We, your classmates from Marist College, will never forget you. Your kindness and spirit will always be with us…We think of you everyday. Your care, kindness and friendship remain with us.
Thank you for all your friendship
Geoff Aldrich and the Marist College family.
– GEOFF ALDRICHI never knew you, but saw your sacrifice on a documentary, told by your brother Joseph. One of many stories I know, but yours stuck with me. Rest in paradise Lt Pfeifer
– Emma DixonThankyou to you and all your firefighting brothers for what you did that day, God bless.
– Nikki ButlerIt was the events of 9/11 that made me want to become a firefighter at the age of 39 11 years ago. 343 heros including Lt. Kevin Pffeifer.
– Mathew MisseyRecently saw you and your brother in a documentary honoring all those who lost their lives on 9/11/01. God bless you for your selflessness and heroism. We honor your memory.
– JohnI participated in a memorial stair climb on this the 20th anniversary of 9-11. It was an honor to carry your badge and my prayers and thanks go out to your family and your ultimate sacrifice
– Bud AnglinBest
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Kevin, twenty years today on that fateful day you were tragically taken away from us all, but you will never be forgotten. You are truly loved and missed by all, and always on my mind. Kevin God Bless you and your family always.
-Ann
– Ann CassidyThis morning I participated in the Colorado 9/11 Stair Climb at Red Rocks. It was tough, but I had your badge clipped to my shirt and you helped me finish.
– LaurenThank you for being so brave. You helped so many people with your selfless actions. We will never forget what a true hero you are <3
– Maria GrecoI just learned about your story on 9/11 about what you did and your heroic sacrifice for the employees of the World Trade Center and for your fellow brothers of the FDNY. Thank you for your heroic service and may you Rest In Peace
– Brian EvansI watch the National Geographic with Deputy Chief Joseph. And was moved by his story. I was 26 at the time and offshore working when this tragedy happen. And remember the fear, the anger, and the sadness among the crew. 9/11 and among the other major tragedies has always stuck with me. And my heart and soul goes out to the first responders and people who step up at the moment in need. Thank you guys so much.
– chris hillI just finished reading Ordinary Heroes and reliving the events of that awful day. There was nothing ordinary about Kevin or any of the men who went into that building and climbed those stairs to give others a chance at life.
– Janet OsenI was at a thing for 9-11 and tunle to towers had a wall with all the fallen police and fire fighters from that day, your name was one I was stuck on for a good while, something about your eyes.. today I’m doing a 5k for tunle to towers and they have 343 badges, one for each person who died on 9-11, I got your badge. So I did a bit of research, you sounds like an amazing man, I’m touched by your selflessness and bravery. You where and still are truly an amazing man
– SierraLt Kevin J. Pfeifer of Engine 33 , We lost a “Brave, Caring, Unselfish Fire Lieutenant on 911 ! We will BE PROUD OF ” ALL YOU DID ” for ” ALL AMERICAN’S ” on that awful day ! Rest Peacefully Lt Pfeifer !
– Dawn AuteraRecently I had the chance to visit your house Lt. Pfeifer, E33 & L9. It is a great firehouse. There was one place that was most important to visit for me in New York and that was E33 & L9. The reason why is so I could pay my respects to all the men at the Great Jones Street firehouse who lost their lives at box 8087. Thank you Lieutenant Pfeifer.
– Luke ZavislakThe Pfeiffer brothers exemplify what being a firefighter is all about and I’m so sorry that Kevin didn’t make it and he remains with me in my mind, heart and soul forever
– Matthew HenryClimbed 110 stories with a picture of you around my neck. We did it Kevin. Thank you for all that you did. #NeverForget
– Kyle KennyThank you for your service & your sacrifice. Your a true hero! Rest peacefully Kevin. You will never be forgotten. Sarah – Australia
– SarahSo courageous. A great man.
– Brian pessin…….Thank you……..
– AlwinClimbed for you today during our 9/11 memorial stair climb. Rest easy brother.
– Mike BradyI chose your name tag to wear around my neck while doing the Stair Climb in Roanoke, VA, Saturday, with my son who is a Firefighter/EMS employee of Roanoke County. He gathered a team of 15 family and friends to climb. It was quite emotional for us all. In your honor and your families honor we all finished the climb, I will keep your tag and pray for your family forever. Thank you and God Bless.
– Brian RuggieriMy gym was recognizing and giving honor today of those who died and I drew your name. I didn’t know you obviously but I wanted to see who you were. I worked out for you today and pray you did not suffer. I wish I had known you and thank you for your sacrifice so others could survive. What a brave soul.
– SusanToday I carried your name for the VMI 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. I chose your name because I share a similar last name, but it was your legacy that carried me up those stairs. Having your name and memory taped to my assault pack as I ran up those steps gave me the strength to keep going. I will continue to carry your name on my back every year on this solemn day to keep your legacy alive. Rest in peace and may God bless your friends and family.
– Drew PfeifferNo words can thank you enough, your soul will always save lives. The lessons we all learned from this are everlasting!!
– Donna FrustereThinking of you on the anniversary of 9/11. We shall never forget you and all who died. I’m UK and I remember you all on this anniversary.
– nicola simkinsThank you for your tremendous bravery Lt. Kevin Pfeifer and all the brave souls who passed saving lives. Rest In Peace. You will not be forgotten ????✝️☮️
– Wyatt Snyder~ With Respect and Honor…
– Tommy Gerald Hawkins!!! ALL HAIL THE 1s !!!
On behalf of Myself, my Spouse, JASB, our Daughter, and Families Worldwide…
We Salute You! Thank You, Sir!
Hawkins, Tommy Gerald, Esquire ~
I was so touched by the documentary by Jules & Gedeon Naudet. The unselfishness and mindset to save as many people with your company were truly inspiring. God bless and I pray for both you and your company.
– EllieGod bless you, Kevin. He was the first person to contact NYPD about the first plane hitting Tower 1 on 9/11.
– Andry ExomacsI have met joe pfiefer and he said his brother was the best and he is too!
Much love,
– Brooks MixsonBrooks Mixson lexington, sc 29072
On April 19, 2024, I participated in the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Lucas Oil Stadium. What a honor to have climbed for you. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten. God bless you and your family.
– Julie HealyYears ago, a few years after 9/11, I met someone that had bracelets, or items significant to 9/11. I remember asking about them and he gave me one of the bracelets. It is supposedly made from the steel of one of the towers. On it says, Lt. Kevin J Pfeifer FDNY Engine 33.
– Joseph RussoTonight, I watched 9/11: Stories in fragments and Kevin’s brother Chief Joseph Pfeifer was in it, talking about the events and his brother. Just wanted to share and say you are not forgotten.
Kev Happy Birthday in heaven today. You would be 65 today. We truly miss you and the rest of Bowery U’s departed brothers.
– Bobby McLoughlinBobby McLoughlin
I climbed 10 times of 5 stories today in an honor of him and for memorial of 9/11.
– Nat ChanasitThank you for your service.
You are a Hero!
– Deborah KronenburgI honor you every 9/11 I remember like it was yesterday I remember all the firefighters that Day and police officers department your memory will live on in my life forever.
– Keith kalifI always Honor you every 911
– Keith KalifIn Wallace, ID, I carried your tag yesterday for 110 flights of stairs in memory of those we lost on September 11. Rest well.
– Sharon GuthrieI saw your name on the 9/11 Memorial today in NYC and wanted to see who you were. God bless you and your family. Thinking of you on your birthday and always.
– Andrew Scholtenrest in peace lieutenant, you are a true hero
– EmmaI was watching a couple 9/11 docs and saw how close you and your brother were – and how much you cared about people. Bless you and your family and you are still a hero that should not be forgotten.
– Raeann JohnsonPraying that one day I can posses the courage and spirit that you did ❤️
– Victoria ParkerI have no idea but ever since 9/11 of this year I have been obsessed with learning more about this tragic event. I was only 3 years old when this happened, God bless you and your family
– aeriell mooreKevin I didn’t personally know you but thank you for what you did. You unselfishly saved a lot of firemen. That is a wonderful thing. God Bless You!
– Charlotte McConnellThanks Angel Kevin. I am proud of you and I just want to thank you for everything. I’m sure you’re in better place now. Pray for Us. Thanks again My hero Kevin.
– Mina ZakiOur condolences to the whole Pfeifer family. There is not a day that goes by where I don’t personally think about the ultimate sacrifices Kevin and all his colleagues made that fateful September morning. God Bless You Sir and may you Rest in Peace.
– Pete Cully❤️????????????????❤️
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In my criminal justice class, we are doing a project on a fallen first responder in 9/11. I picked you. Your story will always inspire me. I will hold your picture as my class does the 9/11 stair climb. Rest in peace Kevin.
– Sydney GibsonI was heartbroken when I learned of your sacrifice. I thought of the good times we shared at Cathedral. I will always remember you.
– FrankMay god bless you always. And may we all forever remember the sacrifice made and the men and women who perished that day.
– Jason PolzerI was thinking about the day you tried to tech me to sail your little hobi cat today. You were a good man Kevin, you deserved to live a long happy life. Rest easy
– Dan KilkearyI watched your brother through a documentary and I just wanted to say thank you for your service, we will never forget yall or that day. God bless your soul and family.
– Stephanie SalazarSaw your story in the 9/11 documentary where your brother Joe said you could have gotten out of the North Tower in time. Instead of seeking safety, you directed other firefighters to a safer way out of the building. Rest in Power friend.
– JarrodTouched by your bravery & selflessness! Rest in peace 🙏🏻🕊
– Elizabeth HartwickI climbed in Honor of Kevin Pfeifer on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin, home of the Green Bay Packers. I am 75 years young and climbed with the Fire Department from Columbus, Wisconsin, of which our son is a member. This is humbling experience and must say, difficult. I held thoughts of Kevin and all the 343 firefighters and paramedics as I climbed. It was an honor to climb for Kevin!
– Marjean KraemerA true hero
– Matthew CarrI heard the story of your brother in a documentary and wanted to meet you too. You are a true hero.
– SanneI was watching a 9/11 memorial and saw his brother recount the last time he saw his brother… I just want to say- you were doing your job. I am SO sorry for the loss you experienced but it is NOT your fault and not even knowing your brother- I bet you anything, the only regret he has is the amount of pain you all have gone through.. and that this even happened in this first place. May he RIP 💔
– Kayleigh CrosbyThank you for your honorable sacrifice and service.
– RobertMy deepest gratitude to him and the other firefighters for helping during that day
– Abad Vargas EstradaI have read your brother’s book. He loves you very much.
– S. KurtI can’t believe in 9 days, you will be gone for 25 years, but you will never be forgotten. We all miss you and hope you’re smiling down on us.
– Jack HoltYou are so missed ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
– DeniseToday is the 25th Anniversary of 911. I so admired your brother Joseph who I became aware of on that day. I learned of you because of him. You went into that building selflessly on his direction and I know he must have suffered such heartache after learning of your passing. I came here today because I wanted to see your face and thank you for all you did on that day.
– Deborah Saettone-KrawczykKevin
– PatriciaWe went to school together for many years in Middle Village. What I remember about you is a sweetness and kindness that you took into adulthood.
I went to the 9-11 memorial and placed a rose by your name. When I saw the video in the museum showing you climbing up the stairs to rescue people, the tears just flowed. You are a true hero and I will never forget you.
May you rest in eternal peace.
Every year when I look at the documentaries about this tragic event Mr. Pfeifer is always at the forefront of it all. His voice and movements are haunting. He was a brave brave soul. Rest well.
– ImaniI actually have Kevin’s memorial cuff bracelet I bought. I get it out every 9/11 remembrance ! Hero! Never forgotten.
– Peggy RitchieTo the family of Kevin, God bless Joseph, Mary Ellen and their families. We will never forget your ultimate sacrifice. Susan (Keehner) and Walter Klimetz
– Susan (Keehner) + Walter KlimetzI represented Kevin on the stair climb for the 25th anniversary here in colorado, climbed 2000 steps for this man. Rest in peace Kevin 🫡
– Henrik NilsonMy son in law is a firefighter in Lakota, North Dakota. He participated in the 9/11 stair climb in memory and honor of Lt. Kevin Pfeifer today, September 11, 2026.
– Tammy MillerToday I ran the T2T here in Altamonte springs Florida. The Orlando run. It was an honor to have Kevin with me running. I saw the wall of the fallen and Kevin just stood out. Like a guy I could have a beer with and watch the game with. I was a freshman when 911 took place but became an army soldier at 18. I thank Kevin and his brothers and sisters for their sacrifice. This run was hard as I am almost 40 and don’t run as much. With it being 25 years I felt I owed it to them. It was a great run and I felt them all with us. Love you big Kev. Thank you sir.
– Alex WilliamsMay God bless you for your sacrifice. You will never be forgotten, 25 years later. As an American, I can proudly say your sacrifice will NEVER be forgotten.
– Joshua IfeHearing countless retellings of your brother’s story about you and your heroism as well as his has been incredibly moving to me every year. I think of you often. Thank you.
– Alyssa AvituaI did the 9/11 Memorial stair climb today at Lambeau field. I climbed in your memory today. Hopefully I honored you the way you deserve.
– Dan F RiesI learned your story today after 25 years of the most dangerous fire that ever happened, and I am so moved by your bravery, your story and Joseph, your brother’s story., you are a hero along all the firefighters who went up knowing you guys might never come back.
– Jennifer DammannGod bless you and all the firefighters on the 9/11 tragedy. We love you, respect you and will never forget you. May you rest in peace in the glory of God.
Jennifer from Argentina and Denmark
Thank you for your service, you were, are and always will be a hero. Praying for your family, 25 years on.
– Kyle ParishI participated in the 9/11 Stair Climb at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, WI this past weekend. I had the honor of climbing for Lt. Kevin J. Pfeifer. It’s a joy to learn a little bit more about him. God bless Kevin & his family!
– Rachel ReynoldsI saw the Jules Naudet video of 11 september 2001 and saw the name pfeifer on your Firefighter coat and come for the first time on the memorial wall and found your name. Firefighter is a honorable work and you guys shows it. Thanks
– GabrielFrom a French Canadien, Québécois
Thank you sir.
– GabrielaGod Bless you and thank you for being a hero that will always be remembered ♥️
– AmyJust watched your brother, Chief Pfeifer, go from addressing a gas leak a few blocks from the WTC.. to commanding a full assault into the WTC after him and his men watched the plane strike.. I assume you were right there with them, having gave everything to save anyone you could.
– Hunter QuinnI’m saying your name out loud.
– ColetteI hope you’re resting in peace. God bless you for your acts of bravery. Angel
As we remember all the heroes we lost we say your name in memory. RIP Kevin Pfeifer ❤️
– Nanci MoyHero
– Gena Hood