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Photo by Hackensack IAFF Local 2081 on June 30, 2026.
Photo by Hackensack IAFF Local 2081 on June 30, 2026.
Photo by Hackensack IAFF Local 2081 on June 30, 2026.
Photo by Hackensack IAFF Local 2081 on June 30, 2026.
Photo by Hackensack IAFF Local 2081 on June 30, 2026.
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Posted On: July 1st 2026, 04:11 am
July 1, 1988 – Honoring the Heroes of the Hackensack Ford Fire

Today, we pause to remember the five members of the Hackensack Fire Department who made the ultimate sacrifice while battling the Hackensack Ford Fire on July 1, 1988 alarm #1177.
🕯 Captain Richard Williams
🕯 Lieutenant Richard Reinhagen
🕯 Firefighter Steven Ennis
🕯 Firefighter William Krejsa
🕯 Firefighter Leonard Radumski

Thirty-eight years later, their courage, selflessness, and unwavering dedication continue to inspire generations of firefighters. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Today, we ask everyone to take a moment to remember these brave men, keep their families in your thoughts and prayers, and honor all firefighters who have given their lives in the line of duty, as well as those who continue to answer the call every day in Hackensack and communities across our nation. 🇺🇸

The members of IAFF Locals 2081 & 3172 sincerely thank everyone who has helped preserve the memory of these heroes by sharing stories, offering kind words, and ensuring their legacy lives on.

Please join us tonight at 6:00 PM at Memorial Park for our annual Fallen Firefighter Memorial as we gather to remember, reflect, and honor our fallen brothers.
“Gone, but never forgotten.”

#NeverForget #HackensackFordFire #HFD #1177
Photos by Deputy Chief Justin Derevyanik and Retired Dispatcher Tony Greco
Hackensack Fire Officers IAFF Local 3172
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Comments (15)
jranthonyrizzo 4 months ago

jranthonyrizzo

Terrible day for the fire service

joannr901 4 months ago

joannr901

Never forget. The worst call of my 40 yrs in EMS. 🙏

kenromba4 4 months ago

kenromba4

Their loss changed firefighting tactics throughout the world. RIP

hyperhub 4 months ago

hyperhub

Never Forget 😢those heroes & their families & friends

jimrahill 4 months ago

jimrahill

🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

vinnie_backdrafti440southbound 4 months ago

vinnie_backdrafti440southbound

What was the cause of that fire .

anthonyb.tagliarino 4 months ago

anthonyb.tagliarino

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

lilly.sammy.leah 4 months ago

lilly.sammy.leah

May their memories be a blessing. Never forget 🇺🇸🙏

beachgirl1224 4 months ago

beachgirl1224

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

kathyennis0214 4 months ago

kathyennis0214

Rest in peace my dear brother and comforting thoughts to the other families. ❤️

mburnsfarmer 4 months ago

mburnsfarmer

Slow Salute

babedoll67_ 4 months ago

babedoll67_

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

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