Submitted by his Brother
Glenn J. Winuk served the Jericho Fire District as a volunteer firefighter‚ EMT‚ lieutenant and Fire Commissioner over the course of a 20-year career.
On September 11‚ 2001‚ Glenn‚ a partner at the law firm Holland & Knight LLP‚ raced from his nearby evacuated office to participate in the rescue effort at the World Trade Center. He died when the South Tower collapsed‚ medic bag by his side and protective gloves on his hands.
Throughout his career as a public safety officer‚ Glenn received numerous citations for his bravery‚ including for battling the Suffolk County Wildfires in 1995 and for emergency work at the scene of the Avianca plane crash in 1990‚ both on Long Island.
In October 2006‚ Glenn was inducted as a member of the FDNY Honor Legion for his valor on September 11‚ perhaps the first non-FDNY member to receive that elite recognition. The Firefighters Memorial Wall‚ a 56-foot-long bronze sculpture located at Engine 10 Ladder 10 across from Ground Zero in NYC‚ was dedicated in Glenn’s honor in June 2006.
Glenn is survived by his parents‚ Elaine and Seymour Winuk; his brothers‚ Jeff and Jay; his sisters-in-law‚ Dee and Carolyn; and his nephew and niece‚ Justin and Melanie.
Rip brother we will miss you we won’t forget you ever our prayers are with your love ones we will always honor your memorials always
– Paul SmithMay you never be forgotten. For a hero and a true American. God Bless your
– Kathy WalkerFamily in their loss.
God bless and love to the family…
– ORI AppelbaumAdmiration, Respect, & Humility for your service and sacrifice.
– Neil TaylorGlenn J. Winuk God bless you in Heaven… your cousin Ori Appelbaum. And God bless your loved ones…
– Ori AppelbaumYou were such a gentle soul but with a wit that I’ll never forget. Rest in Peace.
– Cathy GarlandIn this the eve of the 23rd anniversary of the terrorist attacks on 9/11, I honor your memory, Glenn, as our hero!
– Ellen BowenI’ll never forget you. You were a Mentor to my son Chris. You met him at Hofstra Law School on Long Island. He graduated law school in May, 2001 and went to work for Holland & Knight where you were an attorney and partner. My son Chris and so many of his co-workers have not and will not forget you. Bless you.
– Susan NilanTHE FIRE FIGHTER
More than a dashing, colorful name.
– Norman HauptmanGreater than a victor attacking high
Walls of flame. A winner among all,
Defying fear; bravely greeting Hazards – defeating them far and Near. How do we thank him for Suppressing fear and fire; for joining Other heroes in confronting death For hire? Praise is insufficient to Reward his deeds of daring. Poems Don’t pay him for Infernos often Searing. The fire fighter saves in
The hell of smoke and fire. His Safety must be increased and his
Pay rise higher and higher.
Glenn – what an amazing friend you were to me. I say your name often and speak of your selflessness to everyone I can encouraging others and myself to be more like you. Thank you for your friendship and your servant heart.
– Paige McCormickJust heard your incredible story, a true hero on that heartbreaking day.
– Bryleigh WolfNo words can speak to the bravery it took for you to do what is right. I hope, with your example we all can mirror your valor and community spirit. You lived a life well done and your love will carry on.
– Elizabeth JohnsonMay all who died on 9/11be known as beautiful loving heros who deserve medals of valor for their bravery in helping Americans God bless you all and prays to your families and friends rest in peace .🙏🙏🙏
– Tom Horanthank you Glenn!
– Patricia A McmanusYour selfless act will live in the memories of all the people who loved you. On this 25th anniversary, we thank you for your bravery and for your sacrifice.
– D. A. Stenard