Jeffrey Stark was a firefighter with Engine Co. 230 in Brooklyn‚ N.Y. Jeff joined the Fire Department on February 16‚ 1999.
After spending a few years in the business sector‚ Jeff decided to change his career path and join the FDNY. It was obvious to those around him he had made the right choice. His times with the fire department were some of his most fulfilling years both professionally and personally.
At the time of his death‚ he was 30 years old. The youngest of 5 children‚ he followed his two older brothers‚ both members of the FDNY. He was proud to join them as a member of this ‘brotherhood.’
Jeff enjoyed biking‚ fishing‚ hunting‚ and camping. Jeff loved the guitar and had played since he was a child. Since joining the fire department‚ he had developed new skills which included cooking‚ carpentry‚ and a rapidly improving golf swing.
He was a beloved son and brother who was loved and cherished by his family‚ his girlfriend‚ and his many friends and colleagues. He will always be remembered for his loving kindness‚ deep caring‚ and as a wonderful man who gave his life as an American hero.
– Rosemary Stark
I was honored to climb for FF Stark at the 2015 FDIC NFFF Stair Climb. Gone but never forgotten, rest easy brother!
– Jason CreamerThinking of you and your family on this day
– John TullyMy 9 year old daughter, Piper, climbed for you today 9/10/16 at the largest event of it’s kind in the U.S. today At Lambeau Field in Green Bay, WI. She is a fiesty child who knows who the real heros are. She never stopped once and would have done all 110 floors faster if she didn’t have to wait for us. Your memory will live on through her and this day. God Bless.
– Dawn NovitskiOn September 9 2016 I got to honored Jeffrey Joseph Stark in Bismark North Dakota. by doing 911 Memorial stair climb. Thanks for you Jeffrey for your service RIP we will never forget you brother.
– Phil crawfordI was honored to carry Jeffery’s name badge today at the 15th anniversary stair climb at Lambeau Field. I climbed to what would have been the 78th floor, rang the honorary bell proudly, and read his name. I completed Jeffery’s journey to the 110th floor. He made it to the top! Thank you for your sacrifice.
– Chris BorchertToday 9/11/2016 I carried you on the 9/11 Silent Walk in Charleston SC. I’m glad you made the trip with me brother it was an honor to have you with me.
– Shawn PaulsonEven though we never met, he is my brother. Today I climbed in his honor at the 2017 FDIC stair climb. After reading about Jeffrey, I realized we have a lot in common. I am honored to climb for him. We climb because they climbed! Never forget!
– Brandon RobsonI climbed in honor of Jeffrey Stark today in Richmond, VA. 9/10/17
– Chris HubbardHanover Fire/EMS
I was honored to climb with you today at the Nashville 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. Thank you for your sacrifice on that day. It was a tough climb but you had me all the way. I’m taking you home with me to Alabama. Your poster and your badge will hang in my locker at Station 1 where I’m assigned. You will never be forgotten. Thank you again for your bravery, courage, and ultimately your sacrifice to the fire service. Rest easy my friend. We will meet again someday and climb the steps in heaven together.
– Jared Brannon
– Jared C. BrannonRiverside Fire Dept (Alabama)
I was honored to climb with you today at the Nashville 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. Thank you for your sacrifice on that day. It was a tough climb but you had me all the way. I’m taking you home with me to Alabama. Your poster and your badge will hang in my locker at Station 1 where I’m assigned. You will never be forgotten. Thank you again for your bravery, courage, and ultimately your sacrifice to the fire service. Rest easy my friend. We will meet again someday and climb the steps in heaven together.
– Jared Brannon
– Jared C. BrannonRiverside Fire Dept (Alabama)
9-10-2017
It was an honor to climb in memory of Jeffrey Stark today at the Kalamazoo Stair Climb.
– Sara Groenheide9/11/2017
I carried Jeffrey’s name badge as I had the privilege and the honor to climb with hero’s, our fire fighters, during the stair climb at Lucas Oil 4/18. It was with great pride that I carried Jeffrey in my thoughts that day and since. A very powerful experience.
– Tim WeberI had the pleasure in honoring Jeffrey today while I walked the Red Rocks StairClimb in Colorado. We climbed each stair with remembrance of all who fell that day. You will always be remembered brother.
– Zachary PrinceProud to walk in your honor toady!!! Prayers to all
– Chrystal zankToday is my birthday, shared with Jeffery and I visited the memorial and his white rose. Blessings. Never forgotten and immortal!
– Leslie RobinetteI am doing the stair climb today and walking in his honor. I’m a female firefighter and proud to be. Thank you for your service Sir Stark.
– BETH LEWISI completed the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at FDIC April 12, 2019 in memory of Jeffrey Stark. It was a challenge but I pushed through, determined to complete your climb. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.
– Jennifer RuweHonored to represent Jeffrey Stark at NFFF golf tournament at Deerfield Country Club in Clarkson, NY (just north of Rochester). Several players inquired of Jeffrey’s badge that I wore today. Glad I could help tell his story.
– Dick StaffordToday I was honored to carry Jeffrey’s badge up 110 flights of stairs. This was held at my school, University of Alabama, and it was the first time I got to experience an event like this. I’ll never forget this moment nor this name. Forever in our memories and hearts.
– Alana ParsonsIt was such a privilege to climb 110 stories yesterday at the 2019 Alabama Remembers Stair Climb in honor of Jeffrey Stark. I climbed with his name and picture over my heart and an American flag in my hand. Gone but never forgotten.
– Kelsey BlakeI was honored and proud to carry your name at the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in Sebring, FL.
– Chris JordanIt was definitely a challenge but the thought of your and your family’s sacrifice pushed me through.
Never forgotten
It was 10 years ago that I climbed for Jeffrey in the Nashville Firefighters 9/11 stairclimb. Truly an honor to climb for him. I wanted to remember this hero 20 years later. Thank you!
– Mark StillwellI just ran a 5k race for Tunnels to Towers in Bethel, Ct. I was honored to wear Jeffrey’s name today. Never forgotten. God Bless.
– Dave Scolpino6/27/21
On Sept 11, 2021, I climbed for you, Jeff, at the Green Bay, WI 911 Memorial inside Lambeau Field.
– Derek EricksonIt was a privilege to learn about your story, the impact you made on the people around you, and climb in your honor! I am also 30 years old. Thank you for your sacrifice.
-Derek (Green Bay, WI)
I had the opportunity to work with Jeff in the business sector. He was truly passionate about being a fire fighter. I do remember when he got selected, he was very excited and quite the business sector. He was a true gentleman and a bright human being. God bless his Soul. You are a true Hero.
– Dilip RawatI was honored to climb 110 stories for Fire Fighter Jeffrey Stark at the 2023 Roanoke 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. A true hero. God bless.
– Helen PangI’m honored to climb in memory of Firefighter Stark and his loved ones on the 22nd anniversary of 9/11.
– Derek Green