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FDNY Firefighter From West Islip Dies Of 9-11 Related Illnesses FDNY Firefighter From West Islip Dies Of 9-11 Related Illnesses
Fdny Firefighter From West Islip Dies Of 9-11 Related Illnesses A New York City firefighter from Long Island who rushed to the World Trade Center during the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks died from 9-11-related cancer at the age of 61. Frederick "Freddy" Gallagher, of West Islip, died on Tuesday, March 1, according to the FDNY.  Gallagher, who was diagnosed with cancer two-and-half years ago, served as an FDNY firefighter for 28 years. He started his career with Engine Co. 290 and later joined Brooklyn Ladder Co. 103, which he retired from in May 2012. He is survived by his parents Frederick W. and Lillian Gallagher, his wife Ellen; and his broth…

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