James Ellson , captain of the FDNY 's Rescue 3 , ran an emotional first New York City Marathon Sunday in honor of his late dad , James Ellson Sr. , who ran in 15 NYC marathons .
Was also a highly - decorated FDNY captain .
James Ellson , captain of the FDNY 's Rescue 3 , ran an emotional first New York City Marathon Sunday in honor of his late dad , James Ellson Sr. , who ran in 15 NYC marathons and was also a highly - decorated FDNY captain .