An annual event honoring Marty & Tom Celic

The Celic Run pays tribute to two brothers, Marty and Tom, two committed competitors, who were pacesetters in the NYC running scene.

Marty Celic made his mark early in hurdles, high and long jump and evolved into a potent 10K runner. Marty, a NYC firefighter with Ladder 18, died tragically at age 25 fighting an arson fire on 8th Street off Avenue C, where “The Marty Celic Firemen’s Park” was established.
 

Tom Celic, a 43 year old executive at Marsh, lost his life in the September 11, 2001 attack on the World Trade Center. Tom was a first class distance runner with two NYC Marathon wins as first runner from Staten Island.

Both Marty and Tom lived life fully and were committed in their support of community and friends, who continue to honor their memories. The Celic Run continues to fund an annual track scholarship award at Monsignor Farrell HS, where both Marty and Tom ran.

Marty’s FDNY “Brothers” remain close to the Celic Family since 1977 and continue to provide planning and logistical support for the run. A competitive dimension exists in the run as fire companies compete for bragging rights in earnest.