Overview

• Hundreds gathered at Guarino Funeral Home in Canarsie to honor Etienne’s selfless actions during the July 28 shooting
• After being mortally wounded in the lobby, Etienne crawled to recall the elevators at 345 Park Avenue, preventing the gunman from reaching upper floors
• Among the mourners were mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani and 32BJ SEIU President Manny Pastreich, each praising Etienne’s bravery
• Corporate tenants and security consultants across Midtown have overhauled active-shooter protocols with tailored risk assessments and reinforced “Run, Hide, Fight” drills
• A 46-year-old Haitian immigrant and aspiring filmmaker, Etienne is survived by his life partner, four children and two grandchildren and is remembered for his quiet strength