Firefighter James Pappageorge Way
98th Street & 38th Avenue
James Pappageorge (1972 – 2001)
James Pappageorge was a dedicated EMT worker who became a firefighter just weeks before he died during 9/11. His fiancé, Gina Pinos, tells the story of how he surprised her with an engagement ring hidden in a very unusual spot. James was born in Jackson Heights, Queens and grew up on 95th Street with a tight group of childhood friends that continues to honor his memory.
Interview with Gina Pinos (fiancé of James)
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Credits:
Audio story, text and portraits of Gina Pinos and Justin Benitez by Áine Pennello
Neighborhood photographs by Joe Caffrey
Portraits of James Pappageorge provided by Gina Pinos and Justin Benitez
Music by Jason Shaw