Reserve and began a career with the FDNY. He eventually
joined Rescue 5 Company, the FDNY's special operations unit
based on Staten Island. He became a member within five years,
whereas, it takes most firefighters upwards of 10 years to earn
a spot with the elite group.
He continued his Coast Guard service as a Reserve member
of Station New York where he found enjoyment in teaching
skills to new shipmates and helped mold them into well-
rounded Coast Guardsmen.
Now, future Coast Guard members will be reminded of the
sacrifices and contributions he made while serving in two
renowned organizations. His uniforms from the Coast Guard
and FDNY, as well as a painted portrait of Palazzo from boot
camp, greet anyone who enters the multi-purpose, MK1 Jeff
Palazzo Hall.
"To be a local hero, who was not only in the Coast Guard but
the fire department too, this is a fitting tribute for him," said
Andy Lynam, a former shipmate of Palazzo's who traveled all
the way from Las Vegas to celebrate the momentous occasion.
— Story and Photos by
PA3 Steve Strohmaier 1st District Public Affairs South
C L o CKWIS e FR o M L e FT : The newly completed, state-of-the-art building at Station n ew York. Members from the U.S. Coast Guard, n ew York City Fire Department,
and Palazzo family participate in the ribbon cutting. e mergency responders from the n ew York City area attend the dedication ceremony. n ew York City
firefighter Mark Barrett examines his painting of Petty o fficer 1st Class Jeff Palazzo during the Palazzo Hall building dedication.
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