In memory of
Barry Galfano
2011
- Died of it afterward
- June 26, 2011, aged 57
- The day
- The Years After
Captain Barry Galfano died from illnesses he contracted after inhaling toxic materials as he participated in the rescue and recovery efforts at the World Trade Center site following the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001.
Three weeks before 9/11, Captain Galfano was chosen to lead an Emergency Service Unit. He responded to the World Trade Center despite being on vacation and spent nine straight months at Ground Zero.
Captain Galfano had served with the New York City Police Department for 25 years.
Captain Galfano had served with the New York City Police Department for 25 years.
Survived by
He is survived by two sons, a daughter and two grandchildren.
What people have said 1
We never met, but I have read your name and I will not forget it.
S. Vincent Anthony 11 September 2026