Triplets carry on father's FDNY legacy after 9/11
Summary
Three brothers, Raymond, Billy, and Kevin Gormley, are following their late father William Gormley’s footsteps by pursuing careers as firefighters. William responded to the 9/11 attacks and later died from illnesses linked to that work, inspiring his sons to honor his legacy in the fire service.Key Facts
- William Gormley was an FDNY firefighter who worked at Ground Zero after the 9/11 attacks.
- He developed health problems, including bladder and lung cancer, related to his 9/11 service.
- William died in 2017 due to these 9/11-related illnesses.
- His triplet sons—Raymond, Billy, and Kevin—were three years old when he responded to 9/11.
- The brothers grew up attending medical appointments with their father but only later understood the illness connection.
- William’s sacrifice is commemorated by a street named after him near his firehouse in Brooklyn.
- Despite their father’s advice to choose less dangerous work, all three brothers aim to become firefighters.
- The story reflects the ongoing impact of 9/11 on families and the continued commitment of first responders and their children.
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