Frederick J. Ill‚ Jr.‚ 49‚ captain‚ FDNY‚ Ladder 2. Few worked harder than Ill when it came to helping others. Many New Yorkers found out about Ill in 1999‚ when he made a well-publicized rescue of a man who was pushed in front of a subway train. Fewer knew that Ill watched over the victim’s physical rehabilitation‚ or that he helped find scholarships for the victim’s children. Ill put in the same effort to raising his own three childrenand coaching those of others in basketball and baseball. He was also a reservist in the Army Corps of Engineers.
Thanks for your service Uncle Freddy. Thanks for welcoming me into this great family. Thank for buying the bridal party cocktails on 3/12/1999 the night before our wedding. And thatnsk for working to save so many people and being such a leader
– Karl GoinKarl
After 9-11, here in New Mexico, someone started producing mercy bands. I got two. You didnt get to pick who’s name was on the band. I was fortunate enough to get Captain Frederick Ill jr.FDNY. I wear it proudly.
– Cindy J BachichaI never knew you personally, but everything I’ve heard or read about you shows you to be an outstanding example of what a human being should be. I’ll strive daily to be half the man that you were. Thank you for your service, to our country, to your city, and indeed, to humanity as a whole.
– Chase HenryThank you, capt Fred Ill,JR in remembering your deeds and service. the lives lost and the Families left behind. You are truly a Capt among first responders your actions and moments and deeds in my life will always be ingraved and embedded in my heart, your presence is missed, but surely felt strong as ever. Your response to myself and others I’ll will never forget. Walls are to small for your memorial. Our Love, Respect pleasure and Honor. Edgar Rivera &Family/aka subway push victim
– Edgar RiveraWe will always remember you with love
– Austin KellyAlways remembered…never forgotten
– Debra F KennedyI met Fred while training in the Army National Guard. We were both in a class in North Dakota. Really great guy!!
– Scotty KennedyToday I climbed for you. Thank you for your service and sacrifice.
– Elsa StantonI had the honor to climb for Capt Frederick Ill Jr at the 911 stair climb in Omaha, NE. You are a true hero and will never be forgotten.
– Jodi Kinning