City Council:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF MOUNT VERNON, NEW YORK
MOURNING AND HONORING THE LIFE
AND SERVICE OF
FIREFIGHTER LAMONT KILLIAN, JR.
Whereas the great City of Mount Vernon, NY joins the Fire Administration in the remembrance of FIREFIGHTER LAMONT KILLIAN, Jr., a dedicated civil servant, known fondly as “Wise,” and
Whereas FIREFIGHTER LAMONT KILLIAN, Jr. was born in Mount Vernon, NY. He joined the Mount Vernon Fire Department on September 15, 2023, as a Probationary Firefighter, both Engine and Ladder Companies throughout his career; and
Whereas FIREFIGHTER LAMONT KILLIAN, Jr. was very dedicated to the youth of Mount Vernon. He served as the Baseball Little League Commissioner and coach, and Razorbacks Football coach. Firefighter Killian was a member of Progressive Lodge No. 64 in Mount Vernon. He joined in 2003 and became a Master Mason and was elected Worshipful Master twice in 2012 and 2013. Firefighter Killian started the Thanksgiving feedings at WestHelp, where hot meals were provided to the Mount Vernon community. He was also instrumental in starting Christmas gift giveaways for children; and
Whereas FIREFIGHTER LAMONT KILLIAN, Jr.; Firefighter Killian leaves behind a legacy of love, devotion, and community spirit. He is cherished by his wife, Shaundra Cole-Killian, their three children and four grandchildren, family, friends, and colleagues; Now, Therefore, be it
Resolved that the City Council joins with the citizens of the City of Mount Vernon, New York, to commemorate the life of FIREFIGHTER LAMONT KILLIAN, Jr., to express its great regret in his passing, and to extend its deepest sympathy to his family.