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National Fallen Firefighters Foundation

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Firefighter
Age: 29
Year of Death: 2001

Jonathan L. Ielpi

Jonathan L. Ielpi‚ 29‚ firefighter‚ FDNY‚ Squad 288. For Ielpi‚ the son of an FDNY veteran‚ firefighting was priority number one. A longtime hockey player‚ Ielpi gave up his favorite sport after joining the FDNY‚ worried that an injury could interfere with his work. His North High School team recently retired his jersey. Like his father before him‚ Ielpi served as chief of Great Neck’s Vigilant Volunteer Fire Department. A six-year FDNY veteran‚ Ielpi is survived by his wife and two sons.

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  1. I grew up in Maspeth. Your firehouse was my firehouse. When I read of the loss of so many good men, I was moved. I thank God there are people willing to serve others as firefighters and police officers. Godspeed to you and all your brethren and all those who knew and loved you.

    – James Austin
  2. Walked in remembrance of this great hero. Had a great time this morning honoring our fallen heroes. Thank you for your great sacrifice in putting other’s lives ahead of your own. God bless your your wife and two sons.

    – Christopher Fox
  3. I’m 14 years old and I climbed for Jonathan Ielpi at Lambeau Field. It was an honor! I keep you and your family in my ❤️ and thoughts. An American hero.

    – Payton Wreath
  4. On 1st September 2018 I am doing the Melbourne Australia Firefighter Stairclimb with the Ballarat Fire Brigade team. I am dedicating this climb to Jonathan and his family. May his legacy never be forgotten.

    – Chris Darge
  5. It’s an honor to climb today in Panama City Beach Florida for Jonathan and my 343 brothers. Lt. James Brown Gainesville Fire Rescue…

    – JAMES D Brown
  6. This was my first stair climb and it was such an honor to climb for Jonathan Lelpi I really appreciate all the sacrifices our brave heroes like Jonathan have made for us may you live forever in our hearts and memories ?‍?

    – Ron mancuso
  7. To the friends and family of Jonathan,

    Your hero is not forgotten. We walked in honor of him today. My thoughts and prayers are with you all that you have found peace and happiness. It was an honor to wear his name today in Richmond Hill, GA.

    – Lynnette Comette
  8. I pray for you and your family Jonathan, we will never forget, no matter how many years pass. We will always remember the sacrifice and the selflessness. Thank you and God bless from England xxx

    – Nikki Barrs
  9. This was such a horrible situation so many innocent People lost there lives because of evil & Ignorance. But we have to pray for the families because they still have to deal with the after effects of this terrible act God Bless you all!

    – Eric J Thomas
  10. Today I did my first McAllen Stair Climb and I climbed in remembrance of Jonathan. His bravery, and courage will never be forgotten. My continued prayers for his wife, sons and him, forever. It was an honor to climb for him. Mari from Rio Grande Valley, Texas.

    – Mari De Leon
  11. I climbed in the 2019 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in Clayton Missouri with Jonathan’s picture around my neck. He and the rest of his fallen brothers will never be forgotten, and I hope to carry on their legacy as I am currently attending the St Louis County Fire Academy. May he Rest In Peace.

    – James P Kurten
  12. Still in all our minds! You and all are never forgotten! See you later Friend!

    – Matthew Buttaro
  13. Jonathan is my uncle. Even though I’ve never met him, he is always in my heart.

    – Sydney l brengel
  14. Happy Heavenly Birthday Jonathan!

    – Xantra Baker
  15. To the family of Jonathan, please know your firefighter family will never forget the sacrifice you made at the World Trade Center on 9/11. Jonathan is a true HERO!!!

    – Lisa Hopman
  16. On this the 19 year anniversary, Jonathan will never be forgotton

    – Lisa Hopman
  17. Hello!

    I am searching for firefighter who helped on the day 11 september 2001

    – Annette Krepelka
  18. Happy Heavenly Birthday Jonathan!

    – Xantra D BAKER
  19. I teach 7th grade history, and every year, I take a week to teach 9/11. My students wipe tears every year as we remember the fallen. Jonathan is never forgotten. So much love to this man’s family!

    – B. Hayden
  20. You will never be forgotten. You will all live in our memories forever. There aren’t adequate words to express my thanks and admiration. You died heroes while your murderers died cowards. Yes, all Terrorists are cowards. I lift you up in prayer today and every day.

    – Lourdes Fernandez
  21. I lived in the same apartment building as Jonathan …his caring smile and hi always added to my day. The dedicated Husband and Dad was easily noticed. He was a light that until this day I have not forgotten. Hoping and praying that his beautiful family are well.

    – Randi
  22. Today in Carthage Texas 9/11 Remembrance Walk I was handed Jonathans name to carry and walk a couple of miles and climb steps to represent the fallen NYFD as a result of 9/11 attack. I hope that his family knows he is not forgotten.

    – Adrianne Brancato
  23. Yesterday I ran the 5k in honor of this late firefighter. Thank you for your service and prayers to his family.

    – Katrina Resch
  24. Participated in the annual MCAS Iwakuni Stairclimb, climbing in honor of Jonathan Ielpi. He was my age when he climbed and died as a selfless hero. May he never be forgotten.

    – Eric
  25. I am a soldier deployed overseas. We had a 9/11 stair climb at our base and I had the pleasure of carrying Jonathan Lelpi’s number and name up 110 flights of stairs. I wish I could attach pictures, as a carried up the American flag, as well. We will never forget the sacrifice made by Jonathan and others like him. Never forget!

    – Anna Clark
  26. I am honored to Climb in Jonathan’s honor this year at the CNY Stair Climb in Utica NY

    – Richard Roberts
  27. You were a true HERO, may u RIP

    – Barbara Vanagas
  28. I live in the UK, I will always remember that day and the tragedy that unfolded. I have just seen a video with Mr. Ielpi Sr. about the recovery of his Son. The world has since learned of many heroes that day. Mr. Ielpi’s family found and laid to rest their hero. RIP 🇺🇸 Never Forget

    – Paul Todd
  29. I climbed in remembrance of this fallen hero. Participating helped keep the memory fresh of the tragedies that occurred on 9/11 and beyond. Prayers to all.

    – Ken Baker