Keith was found in the rear of Tower 1 along with 9 civilians he was leading to safety. According to his supervisor‚ this was Keith’s fourth trip out with civilians‚ each time returning to the rescue operation.
Keith was a sports enthusiast playing on softball and basketball teams. He was an avid Yankee fan.
He could always be counted on when needed‚ as he proved on 9/11. A civilian ran past a group of people assisting a very heavy female to safety; with that group was a fire patrolman‚ Keith. That group never made it to safety.
– Arnie Roma
I just wanna write acouple of words to a true hero…and let everyone know that Keith M. Roma is the whole worlds hero! R.I.P Keith Jimmy from Sweaden
– JimmyKeith Roma was my cousin. He was a true hero. His legacy will live on forever.Rest in peace Keith. You are what we call a true hero.
– QuetcyR.I.P. brother. We will NEVER FORGET
– GregI never met Keith but, the stories I’ve heard made me wish I had. R.I.P. you’ll be forever missed
– friendMy husband and I were in NYC in April 2002 and came across Fire Patrol #2. My husband is a photographer and made a print of the building so that’s how we found out about Mr. Keith Roma. The print hangs in our bedroom so I see it every day. Continued prayers for his family and daughter. Lord, have mercy.
– Anne-Marie GloverKeith along with all of the brave souls that were tragically taken from us will never be forgotten. Our Prayers are with you and your families every day. May God Bless You All, and God Bless America.
– GraceRest In Peace my friend
– Peggy DThank you.
– StromTrue American hero, will never be forgotten.
– JavierInspired my own goals in wanting to become a firefighter.
I was only 16 when that devastating day happened. I remember it vividly though, watching in pure disbelief as did so many others around the world. This year I will be doing the 2226 steps, or 159 flights of my home stairs in honor of a fallen hero. Keith Roma is going to be my nominated hero. He will never be forgotten, one of the many true heroes who sacrificed their lives in the desperation to help others survive. 20 years on…my thoughts are with you all
– SamEveryone always talks about 343.
I always correct them, “344”.
Rest easy brother, we’ll take it from here.
– LandonKeith was a good person rip Keith
– James HigginsI was proud to support Tunnel 2 Tower at a 5k today (10/9/21) wearing a picture and name tag of Keith Roma. I am so thankful for the brave firefighters like Keith!
– CourtneyKeith was my cousin Arnold’s son! So my cousin also! I say prayers fir him and the family every year! I didn’t know till many years after because our families didn’t keep in touch! But my prayers are with them!
– Pauline Kangas OuriqueKeith, you are a hero and your selflessness to save others has not and will not be forgotten! I will continue to make sure you are remembered as a hero and first responder for as long as I live. Rest in paradise ❤️
– Jenna CookYesterday 9/7/2024 I did a walk Tunnel to tower 5k in St Augustine Fla, as there were many photo to choose I walked In Honor of Keith, May your soul Rest easy.
– Theresa ZeoliWe will never forget #344. Rest in peace brother.
– Richard JacksonNever Forget #344
– Angel McCroyKeith, when 9/11 happened, I was a 5-year-old in Kindergarten that was insulated in a little bubble away from the horrors of that September day. Now as a 28-year-old that has now started watching 9/11 documentaries so that I can get even the faintest sense of what that horror entailed.
Watching the 60 minutes documentary of the FDNY on 9/11, it made me heartbroken that 343 were officially listed while you are still not being recognized as a hero on 9/11. Even if officials don’t recognize you for the risks and ultimately the sacrifice you made for the civilians you helped to evacuate, I give you my fullest respect possible and I promise to do what I can to remember you as a 9/11 hero as much as the 343 fallen firefighters officially recognized as 9/11 heroes.
– MarieMy climb tomorrow is dedicated to you, Keith. Thank you for your bravery and action in the face of fear.
– BrittneyI did not forget.
– Jennifer BackmanRest in peace.
– Jeffrey EpsteinSunday I am in my town’s Tunnel to Towers 5K Walk/Run and selected FF Keith Roma to honor during my race!
– Leeanna PottsThank you for your bravery and dedication. The world needs more people like you.
– Patricia KnuckeyI watched in terror on television from Florida that morning. Went to ground zero 11 years ago and felt an immense amount of sadness. Knowing Keith was here helping incident people and bravely kept sacrificing himself for others makes me tear up! He’s the ultimate Hero we talk about when we’re think of 911. God Bless his soul and his Family! Thank you Keith!
– Andrew Rios