Kevin H. Bracken‚ 37‚ firefighter‚ FDNY‚ Engine 40. Friends say the eight-year veteran was an optimistic person who had a ready smile. He loved sports‚ especially golf. His father had been a volunteer firefighter.
Kevin H. Bracken‚ 37‚ firefighter‚ FDNY‚ Engine 40. Friends say the eight-year veteran was an optimistic person who had a ready smile. He loved sports‚ especially golf. His father had been a volunteer firefighter.
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A photo of you hangs in my locker at the Talleyville Fire Company in Wilmington, DE from a 343 stair climb at Dover International Speedway. RIP brother.
– Willam QuinnHonored to be climbing the Memorial Stair climb at FDIC for FF Bracken. 2016 RIP brother.
– Charles He KensellClimbed in your honor with the Falcon Fire Department of Colorado Springs (mom of firefighter) at the Red Rocks Memorial Stair Climb today in Morrison, Colorado. Made sure to think of you often, and hoped you could see the view.
– Darla McKenna9/11 Stair Climb with my son and daughter in law. Kurtis Perry and Katie Perry. Walking also with Kevin Bracken. Thank you!!?
– Danielle PerryI walked in the Philly stair climb in memory of Kevin Bracken. What a humbling experience.
– Maureen WardI recently visited firehouse 10 and saw Kevin Brackens name on the memrial wall so sad ! ? I would love to know history , family and any connections as we had many relatives who imigrated to NYC from the Scottish Brackens, remembered x
– Lorna BrackenIn honor of Kevin Bracken, I will do an act of kindness, yet to be determined. Fairbanks Never Forgets.
– Flora RoddyKevin, you walked with me today at Red Rocks. Your memory lives on.
– Natalie DROn 9/11/2018, I had the honor of walking with you in Alamogordo,NM, stair climb. “Men never die until they are forgotten.” “Never Forget!!”
– Robert WilkinsI walked in your honor at the Kalamazoo Stair Walk 2018. I rang that bell with a heavy heart but knew you would be proud Brother. Once again it was an honor. God Bless
– Kevin MillerI think of Kevin most every morning while waiting for my latte at “Firefighter Kevin Bracken corner” (Amsterdam and 73rd). Raised in a fire department family, I never take for granted the bravery and sacrafice of first responders. But as a
– Carole Julianresident of NYC, I am especially in awe of those who served here on 9/11. RIP, FF Bracken.
Kevin and I went to school together (CI Pride). I was shocked when I first heard and my heart broke for your wife. You were taken from us way too soon and so senselessly. My dad was a volunteer in CIFD and I was an EMT for a time. I now work literally a few blocks from where you were snuffed out. I go down frequently because it makes me feel humble and ever so grateful for you and all the firemen police and first responders who selflessly rush in when us civilians are running away. You were a great guy in high school and I fondly remember you and I think of you often. I hope you are at peace but you will always be a hero in my eyes and whenever I see your name etched in the marble my heart hurts. RIP you are sorely missed and should your wife of such a short rime see this I want her to know that when I pray she is always included so she will have the strength to move on. We all miss you.
– Teresa Montague-SalzanI had the honor of doing the climb in memory of Kevin yesterday at the Lancaster, PA climb.
– Greg W JohnsonI carried your picture today at the Thomasville 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb 2019. May we never forget the bravery and sacrifice of our first responders. God Bless America!
– Jaime WolsfeltI had the incredible honor of walking with you today during Phoenix’s 9/11 Challenge. Thank you for the courage and inspiration…
– Laura KesslerOn 9/11/2019, I had the privilege of doing the Crown Point, Indiana Memorial Stair Climb in your honor. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. May you never be forgotten. It was a true honor to walk in your memory.
– Michael StalnakerI am in Kevin Bracken family and my twin brother was named after him. I never got to meet him but he seems like a very good person. We think about him often I am very proud that he was my uncle.
– Kerryann BrackenNever forget your sacrifice for us!
– Alfred BrackenI’m sitting in a coffee shop at the Amsterdam Ave and 73rd St corner. They named it Firefighter Kevin Bracken Corner. I didn’t t know who you were. I googled your name and found this site. You look nice in your picture. Thank you Kevin. May you Rest In Peace.
– Anca AmighiI had the good fortune of meeting Kevin’s father SGM Hugh Bracken when I was a young cadet in 1991. I had no idea his son was killed on 9/11. The Brackens are everything that makes me proud about being an American. Selfless sacrifice. Lives worthy of the country and the revolution. I’m lucky to live in the same country as these wonderful Brackens.
– LtCol Tony Licari USMCI climbed with Kevin Bracken today in Roanoke, VA 9/11/2020. Rest easy, sir
– Jessica MolterI was Honored to walk for Kevin Bracken today. It was delayed due to California wildfires but still an Honor. Sending my thoughts to his family. My Dad is a Retired Volunteer Firefighter of 52 years of service. Never Forget 9/11
– Nancy EhornOn 6/27/21 I ran in the Tunnel to Towers 5k run in Bethel, CT. I received a badge with Kevin Bracken’s name and photo to wear during the event. I was honored to do so and am glad I had a chance to learn a bit about him.
– Daria Vander VeerWe climbed in Phoenix AZ in your honor, on the 20 year anniversary of your sacrifice. We thank God for you and your family.
– Heather MullerRan 3.43 miles on 9/11/21 in your honor, Kevin. Thank you for your incredible bravery and courage. You have not been forgotten.
– Abbey Strader20 years and we still remember. Your bravery is an inspiration to us all. Your actions were courageous and selfless. You are a hero in every sense of the word, we will never forget.
– Maria GrecoIt’s been 21 years Kevin and I still wear the bracelet that bares your name and company.
– Tommy CorreiraFF KEVIN BRACKEN FDNY E40
I stood with your Dad n Mom and so many others from your home town of Central Islip to say goodbye.that day. I didn’t know it until later that day after the services at St’Patricks Cathedral that your body was never found.
They placed your uniform in your casket.
after that day I would always hold out hope that one day you would be found and your parents and family could bring you home. But those months turned into years. Like so many other families who never found closure they have now passed over as well. I hope your mom and dad found your soul amongst the billions of stars that light the nights sky’s. ✨✨✨ Rest Easy ✨✨✨ Never To Be Forgotten
September 11th 2001
This is my Uncle Kevin. I was born in 05 so I sadly never got the chance to meet him, but I’ve heard plenty of stories about him. I wish I could’ve met him.
– LivI had the opportunity to do the memorial stair climb at FDIC for Kevin H. Bracken! It was an honor to say his name and ring the bell!! Never forgotten!!!
– Jayci ScottRan 110 flights of stairs today with you attached to my heart (9/7/2024) in Baltimore, MD. Rest in Peace
– Tyler moyerI had the honor of walking for you with Bulloch county fire department in Savannah Georgia September 6 2024 I will never forget 9/11 and the bravery the firefighters showed that day RIP sir
– Bryan McquaigWe had many a fun/hysterical nights together. Think about you quite often with laughter and just you being a good friend! GOD BLESS YOU KEVIN!!!!!!
– Maryann RiggiI walked today with You in remembrance of the 343. Springfield MO memorial stair climb..RIP , gone but Never forgotten
– Geoffrey Cunningham