Firefighters remember 9/11

Retired New York firefighter Don O'Leary, right, watches the ceremony.

East Manatee Fire Rescue Chief Byron Teates talks with retired Baltimore city fireman Jon Mascari after the ceremony.

An American flag waves in the sunlight.

Crossing Guard Fred Fisher carries a Sept. 11, 2001, American flag.

Retired New York City fireman Don O'Leary, a Lakewood Ranch resident, right, watches the ceremony.

Ed Fitzpatrick and Kevin O’Neill play "Amazing Grace."

Jerry Ritzinger says a prayer during the ceremony.

Retired New York firefighter Robert Korfman, of the Marine 1 unit, placed his cross made of steel from a Trade Center beam at the front of the ceremony site.

A wreath honoring fallen first responders is on display.

East Manatee Fire Rescue’s Derek Parker, Kim Luther and George Ellington say the ceremony is a good reminder that their job is dangerous.