We Remember Kevin Reilly, 28, FDNY (August 4, 1973 – September 11,2001) Yesterday Kevin would have turned 46. Reilly, of Pearl River, grew up in Spring Valley and graduated from Albertus Magnus High School (class of 91) Upon graduating College, he joined the FDNY in February 2000 and was proud to be assigned to Ladder 40 in Harlem, where his father had served for over 16 years. He was then assigned to Engine 207 in Brooklyn. Reilly was very athletic; he was a member of the FDNY’s softball team, had a black belt in Tae Kwon Do‚ and completed the 1998 New York City Marathon in four hours and 17 minutes.
In July of 2001 Kevin would marry the love of his life, Jennifer Mulderrig of Pearl River. They moved to Manhattan’s Upper East Side and had two perfect months in their new home.
On September 11, Firefighter Reilly responded to the World Trade Center with Engine Company 207.
Kevin’s plans, dreams and hard work were just coming to fruition. He was delighted with his appointment to the New York City Fire Department in January 2000, and especially proud to be assigned to Ladder 40 in Harlem where his dad had served.
He had recently rotated to Engine 207 in Brooklyn where he planned on gaining valuable experience. Early in 2001 , Kevin incorporated his own business as a consultant based on his expertise in hydrogeology.
On July 7, 2001 Kevin married his high school sweetheart, Jennifer Mulderrig. They settled into their new life on Manhattan’s Upper East Side where life was perfect for a short time.
Kevin died in the historic rescue attempt at the World Trade Center with 342 of his brother firefighters. He was 28 years old.
In addition to his wife, Kevin is mourned and missed by his parents, Joan and George, his brother Edward, and his sister Regina Madigan, her husband William, and their daughters, Sarah and Niamh. He was loved and treasured by his new in-laws, Mary, Michael and Brendan Mulderrig. Kevin’s grandmother, Marie Reilly, just recently joined him in heaven.
While at Albertus Magnus High School, Kevin was always busy. He ran track and cross-country, played baseball, and was president of his Senior Class. He graduated from SUNY Oneonta with a B.S. in Hydrogeology and was president of his fraternity, Phi Kappa Sigma. Before joining the fire department he worked for AKRF Environmental Consultants in White Plains.
Kevin’s work ethic and determination fueled a successful completion of the New York City Marathon. His sense of adventure led him to backpack through Europe and had him bicycling to work over the Brooklyn Bridge as he did on that beautiful, terrible, September morning. Kevin’s generosity, sense of humor, boundless energy, and eternal optimism made him indispensable to his family and his many friends.
He is always on our minds and will be forever in our hearts.
Photo credit Heroportraits.org
Reilly’s athletic legacy lives on with a Crossfit WOD (Workout Of the Day) named after him.
We urge you if you knew Kevin or feel moved to please leave a comment on his Memorial Wall via the National Fallen Firefighters Association. (scroll to the bottom)
Saturday, April 27, 2024 11:00 am Pearl River Volunteer Fire House Central Ave. Pearl River, NY
John G. Bellew‚ 37‚ firefighter‚ New York City Fire Department‚ died January 23‚ 2005‚ when he succumbed to injuries after being forced to jump out of a fourth story building while battling a fire. John was a 10 year veteran who was assigned to Engine 46‚ Ladder 27.
Submitted by his wife – He loved to ski‚ run and play with his children. He left behind 4 young children‚ Brielle (6)‚ Jack (3)‚ Katreana (2) and Kieran (5 months)‚ and a wife of 10 years. He is best known for his ability to talk with everyone about anything and his great smile. He will forever be missed by his family and remembered as a hero as both a firefighter and father.
Katreana Bellew wrote a screenplay about Black Sunday and her father’s death, and the subsequent years that followed. The film is a representation of the bravery of our nation’s first responders, the brotherhood of the FDNY, as well as a tale of grief and how people must move on with their lives, even when the worst thing imaginable happened.
To register go to: www.johnbellew.com
Register Early – Only pre-registered runners are guaranteed a tee shirt! Day Includes: Run • Awards • BBQ • Face Painting • DJ, Picture ID will be required in order to be served beer.
ROCKLAND COUNTY, NY – Rockland County District Attorney’s Office Chief of Detectives Peter Walker retires after 30 years of law enforcement service. Chief Walker started his career with the NYPD in 1994, patrolling the streets of the Bronx while assigned to the 48th Precinct.
In December of 1999, Chief Walker was hired as a patrol officer with the Clarkstown Police Department. He was selected to become the department’s Public Information Officer, building an incredibly strong bond between the community and the police department.
In May of 2018 he was promoted to Detective. During his tenure with the Clarkstown Police Department he was assigned to numerous details, including a member of the Critical Incident Response Team as a police sniper, field training officer, department’s budget assessment team, and Supervisor of the department’s Records Department. He also served in many roles in the Clarkstown PBA.
He retired from the Clarkstown Police Department in January of 2020 when he was appointed as the Chief Criminal Investigator of the Rockland County District Attorney’s Office. He oversees approximately 30 investigators and support staff and acts as the liaison to all outside police agencies to ensure the District Attorney’s Office is working effectively and efficiently with its partners.
Chief Walker served honorably in the United States Navy for 26 years retiring as a Chief Petty Officer.
Photo by Rockland County District Attorney’s Office