Michael Vernon Kiefer‚ 25‚ firefighter‚ FDNY‚ Ladder 132. Kiefer‚ who became an FDNY probationary firefighter in December 2000‚ had previously worked as an FDNY paramedic for a year and a half. He studied in the fire-cadet program at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. He also served as a volunteer firefighter in Freeport‚ N.Y.‚ and with Hempstead’s South Side Ladder Company.
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I was honored with carrying his badge with me as I did the 9/11 Memorial stair climb at Lambeau in a Green Bay. You will never be forgotten! ❤
– KylieWas honered to carry his badge at the lancaster pa memorial stair climb on 09/10/2017. Never forgotten.
– SeanCarrying his badge with privilege and honor at Red Rocks, CO 9/11/2017 Stair Climb.❤?
– Dee WittmerI will be climbing in Oklahoma City this Saturday 9/16/2017 wearing his badge. It’s an absolute honor being able to do this. You will never be forgotten Brother. Gods speed and god bless your family.
– Jarrod MolloyOur volunteer fire department trained for this years Lambeau Field 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb together. As I climbed in our quiet home town I thought about what it must have been like to fight fires in the high rises of NYC – we have none in Manitowoc, WI. And I thought about what it would have been like that terrible day 16 years ago. We’d have all rushed to that scene to help in a heartbeat. We’re trained and we just want to help. It’s what makes Michael a hero.
– Joni ShavlikEach of us had a tear in our eye as we received the badge of a fallen firefighter. I was honored to ring the bell for Michael Vernon Kiefer.
Honored to carry your name brother 9/9/2018
– Jalen RichardsonI was honored to carry his badge during the Tri Cities 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on 9/9/18. Michael’s picture hangs in my garage and I will remember him each time I leave/arrive home. Micheal and his family will be in my prayers. Thank you for the opportunity to never forget.
– bjIt’s a privilege and an honor to carry his badge with me during my time in the fire academy. NEVER FORGOTTEN
– W. Senn-W.SENN
I was humbled and honored to climb for you Michael. I will never forget!! Lambeau Field September 7, 2019. RIP…
– Sue GaulkeI was honored to carry Michael’s badge at the 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb in Omaha, NE on September 7, 2019. #neverforget
– Kristen StricklerMessage from the UK. I am a regular visitor to the US as I have friends in Colorado and Chicago. Last year (2018) I was honoured to join the thousands to complete the 9/11 stair climb in Colorado. Before starting the climb we were asked to select one of the fallen and I have the badge to remember Michael. It is on show in my home in the UK; and tomorrow it will take pride of place.
– ELAINE HELMGod bless you Michael and your family.
Elaine
I proudly did the stair climb in the name of Michael Vernon kiefer ladder 132 at the HCFR AND SIR STAIR CLIMB 9-29-2019 in sebring FL
– Grady lairdMy mother was given a $20 with a stamp to remember and we were wondering who he was and we searched the name up to try and return the bill, this is a very saddening story, all love ❤️ Stay strong
– Roxana TejedaI found a $10.00 bill with a FDNY FF Michael Kiefer stamp on it. I looked up his Biography and was saddened by his story but also honored to now know who he was and his bravery..
– Steve ShultzI wear a bracelet with his name on itas a tribute. I will wear it all wekened long to not forget the sacrafice he made
– Helene CBeyond honored to carry him with me at the 20th anniversary of 9-11. We climbed at
– Allyn Croninsoldier field.
God Bless you in Heaven. May you Rest In Peace. Twenty years gone on 9/11/2021. Thank you for your service.
– Elaine GreenI have been honored to carry Michaels badge in the Orlando Tunnel to Towers race.
– Barbara VaughtThank you
As we mark this sad day of twenty years, I remember mike well, and think about him offen. He was great guy, full of life. Nothing in this world could keep him from being a fireman. I knew mike from old neighborhood when he was a young energetic kid chasing our local fire department to calls. He wanted to grow up fast to get to the fdny. As a young teenager with school and sports and all he was involved in, he still made time for volunteer fd. He because fire explorer to start training early, and get leg up on the other kids. He always worked hard and was always willing to help out in anyway he could. His goal was to make it to fdny, and he did it. He made it all the way, got the dream job he always wanted. This is what I remember of mike, The good times and smiles, and of course that day he called me on the phone to say ” I got the fdny job”. He was hitting pay dirt, and of course we all were so proud of him.
– john p morelliCarried his badge with honor walking with the Petal Fire Department memorial stair climb in Petal, Ms. We will Never Forget❤️
– Jennifer BI had the honor of carrying his badge for the Lancaster, Pennsylvania 9/11 memorial stair climb at Clipper Magazine Stadium. Though I wasn’t born yet, I will never forget the 343. I climbed because they climbed.
– Cody HostetterHonored to carry his badge this year at the 9/11 tower challenge in Phoenix.
– BeckyI’m so sorry you died at 21. Here I am, just sitting here crying my eyes out for you. Fly High Kiefer. For you will never be forgotten. You were an angel to this place. May the Lord give you a better time! 🌹
– -Emery Scott LakeshoreCarried this badge with honor at my first stair climb in the Lancaster barnstormers stadium. I will definitely carry his badge again with whoever I pick next year as well. So thankful for this experience as a new firefighter.
– Dylan GoodmanI was honored to carry Michael Kiefer’s badge today while running the Tunnel to Towers 5k in Bluffton, SC (11.12.23) I randomly chose a younger male as if my son who’s in the Army was w me. After reading his story, my husband & brothers name is Mike & my dad’s is Bud as well. Today was a true honor in memory of your son Michael Kiefer.
– Michele B.Honored to have his badge on the San Diego 9/11 stair climb in 2024. We will never forget
– KarinI was able to carry Michael with me as I climbed in memory of the 343 fallen at Lambeau field. His bravery and sacrifice are never forgotten.
– Amanda L BarskeHonored to carry Michael’s badge in the 911 Memorial Stair Climb at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City!
– Greg SmithI carried your name at our small town 9/11 run this year. Thank you sir for your service. Your name lives on.
– RuthAlthough I did not know you as I am from the U.K. My Son had a card with your name on it when we visited the memorial site, he was a firefighter in th U.K. I have another Son called Michael. You were a very brave man, perhaps it is because I have a Michael I think of you. R.I.P.
– Christine Nevatt