East Meadow

Never Forget

In Memory of their Supreme Sacrifice

This page is dedicated to those members of the East Meadow Fire Department who made the supreme sacrifice in protecting the lives and properties of the residents of our community.

Firefighters Prayer

When I am called to duty god, wherever flames may rage.

Give me strength to save some life, whatsoever be its age.

Help me embrace a little child, before it is too late.

Or save an older person, from the horror of that fate.

Enable me to be alert, and hear the weakest shout.

To quickly and efficiently, put the fire out.

I want to fill my calling, and give the best of me.

To guard my every neighbor, and protect his property.

And if according to your will, I have to lose my life

Please bless with your protecting hand, my children and my wife.

James H. Landrigan

James Landrigan joined Engine Company # 2 on October 16, 1961. It would not be long before Jimmy would become an asset to the department.

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Robert E. Reed

Bob Reed joined Engine Company 4 of the East Meadow Fire Department on December 17, 1951. He resided at 46 Palm Lane Westbury, and was a charter member of Company 4.

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Walter A. Ernst

Walter Ernst joined Engine Company # 4 on May 15, 1972. He resided at 11 Lion Lane in Westbury, and immediately became a “fireman’s fireman”.

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