Ronald Holmes Kemly died November 7, 2021, from lung cancer related to his response to the World Trade Center after the September 11th attacks.

He grew up in the Bronx and graduated from Fordham Preparatory School, where he excelled at track and played football. He completed a degree in criminal justice at John Jay College.

Ron served with the FDNY for 39 years, climbing the ranks from firefighter to battalion chief. He played on the inaugural FDNY football team.

He and his wife raised their two children in Eastchester. Ron loved family time at the beach or barbecuing in the backyard. He played on several community football and softball teams and coached in several youth sports leagues. Eventually, he divided time between Naples, Florida, and Stone Harbor, New Jersey.

Ron is survived by his wife of 53 years, children, grandchildren, and his brother, as well as extended family and friends.