Huntington Manor Fire Department Remembers Peter Nelson on 9/11

Photo: Steve Silverman

The Huntington Manor Fire Department held a 9/11 Candlelight Memorial Service for Chief Peter Nelson.

Nelson, a firefighter with FDNY Rescue Company 4, was killed in the attack on the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001.

Firefighters, family, friends and residents of the community gathered for the nighttime service at Peter Nelson Park on Oakwood Road in Huntington Station.

First Assistant Chief Frank McQuade welcomed everyone, and Department Chaplain Deacon Ed Billia offered a prayer.

Candles were passed around and lit and Chief Fred Steenson, Jr., spoke about Sept. 11 and the loss of a good friend and dedicated firefighter.

Chaplain Tom Petriano offered prayer and the service concluded with the singing of Amazing Grace by Firefighter Jim Fawcett.

Photo: Huntington Manor Firefighters, family, friends and residents attended a 9/11 Candlelight Memorial Service for Huntington Manor Chief and New York City Firefighter Peter Nelson.