FDNY Engine 231 / Ladder 120

Jim Killen a FF on Watkins Street L120Bn44from 1960-1970 until his promotion to Fire Marshal has passed away. Jim was a regular at the old timer reunion luncheons as well as the Annual Christmas Party. He was part of the historic group of men who helped define the FDNY with their … [Read more...]

Mike Laffans mom passed away yesterday. Please keep the Laffans in your prayers. The wake will be held Sun 23and Mon 24 at Duffys Funeral Home in Brooklyn located on 9th St between 4th-5th Ave. The mass will be held on Tues TBA call FH for further details. Watkins St. members … [Read more...]

We are sorry to announce the passing of Pat Scollan E231 Ret. Pat was assigned to E231 in 1975 and was a mainstay at Watkins Street until 1981. A well respected FF on all fronts Pat was highly respected by all. The Officers and Members of E231L120Bn44 will miss him. Arrangements … [Read more...]

Lt. John H. Martinson E-249With regret the Department announces the death of Lt. John H. Martinson E-249 appointed May 9 1993 which occured on Thursday Jan 3 2008 as a result of injuries sustained while operating at Brooklyn Box 2-2 3762 transmitted at 1914 hours on Jan 3 … [Read more...]

Well wishes go out to former E231 Lt. Eddie Ireland after a recent health scare. Lt. Ireland is home doing well and wishes all of Watkins Street a Happy New Year. Keep pushing forward Lt. Ireland … [Read more...]

We would like to welcome FF Thomas P. Healy to Watkins Street as he recently transferred to E231 from L117. FF Healy continues the recent trend of sons of former Watkins St members following in their Dads footsteps. His father Thomas E. Healy was assigned to E231 in 1978 and was … [Read more...]

Watkins Street bids farewell for now and good luck to FF Rich Miranda on his transfer to R-1. Rich spent 8 years on Watkins Street and he will be missed. Good luck and stay safe. … [Read more...]

The Officers and Members of E231L120Bn44 would like to send a special thank you to our Wounded Warriors along with all the troops protecting our way of life at home and abroad. You are the backbone of our country and we are in awe of the job you do Also to all former members of … [Read more...]

We are sorry to announce the passing of former Watkins Street member BC William Shaw. He was appointed to the FDNY on Dec 17 1937 and served for over 36 years retiring on Jan 22 1973. BC Shaw was a Lt in E231 from 1951-1953 at which time he went across the floor as a Lt in L120 … [Read more...]

This Saturday Dec 15th Santa Claus will be in Brownsville making his annual stop at Watkins Street for the Kids Christmas Party. We invite all former members and their families to stop by. There is a big battle brewing to decide which proby will have the honor of being Santas … [Read more...]

Watkins Street is once again very proud to be a part of the Wounded Warrior Ski Weekend in Windham NY from Jan 9-12th. This is a wonderful way to say thanks to somebody who has sacrificed so much for all of us. Volunteers are needed and families are welcome. Please contact the FH … [Read more...]

Watkins Street will once again proudly take part in the Wounded Warrior Weekend from Jan 9-12th in Windham NY. This is a wonderful event to get involved with and the soldiers are very appreciative. Volunteers are needed and families are welcome. Please contact the FH for further … [Read more...]

Watkins Street will once again take part in the Wounded Warrior Ski Program in Windham NY from Jan 9-12th. Volunteers are needed and families are welcome. This is one of the best ways to give back to a soldier who has sacrificed so much. Please contact the FH for more details and … [Read more...]

The Annual Reunion Christmas Party will be held on Thursday Dec 13th 7pm at Koenigs Restaurant in Floral Park. Koenigs is located on South Tyson Ave south of Jericho Tpkedirectly under the LIRR Station. Last year we had 130 members turn out. We look forward to seeing everybody. … [Read more...]

The Officers and Members of E231L120Bn44 would like to wish all former members and their families a Happy Thanksgiving. We are thankful for many things - one of which is to have the pleasure of working in this FH and being a part of the FDNY. We also would like to express our … [Read more...]