Our Bravest has lost another heroic soul who died trying to save others in a Williamsburg fire. Lt. Gordon Mathew Ambelas of ladder Co. 119 is reported to be such an individual who went above and beyond to save those in danger. It is said that he exemplified bravery when he came to work and of that I have no doubt. In my humble opinion I believe it takes a certain kind of man or woman to be a firefighter and that is to run into a burning building and try their best to put out that fire and at the same time to risk their own lives to save others. I commend all of our Bravest for the job that they do. My heartfelt prayers go out to the family, friends and fellow firefighters who are grieving for Lt. Gordon Mathew Ambelas who truly loved what he did and was dedicated to the FDNY. He will truly be missed.
Frederick R. Bedell Jr.
Glen Oaks
