Durrell was a firefighter with Rescue 4 Engine 292. He was affectionately known to his brothers (Firefighters) as "Bronko." However, to his immediate family he was known as "Bronk." He was an only child of parents who have both passed away. We were a very small family and now, sadly, I am the sole surviving paternal first cousin. Bronk was like a little brother to me, and I watched him grow into the fine young man he had become. When my own brother died some 16 years ago he was there by my side. He was called the "Gentle Giant," at 6'2", 280 lbs. However, his heart was that much bigger. He gave of himself and was loved by all whose lives he touched. He enjoyed acting and appeared in a Tostito's commercial with Bill Parcel. He also played on the FDNY Football Team and played the drums for the Emerald Society Pipe Band.
Submitted By: Durrell's Cousin
Hometown: Hempstead, New York, USA Religion: Roman Catholic High School: Chaminade College/ University: Long Island University at C.P. Post Interests: Football, Traveling Participated in volunteering. Volunteer Activities: FDNY Football Team #71; Emerald Society Pipe Band

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