NEW YORK (CBS 2) -- A special ceremony on Thursday honored two Bronx firefighters who died in the line of duty five years ago.

Families and friends gathered at a new school complex that was officially named to recognize lieutenants Curtis Meyran and John Bellew of Engine 46 and Ladder 27, reports CBS 2's Chris Wragge. They were killed in January 2005 in the Bronx fire known as "Black Sunday." The two were forced to jump from a four-story window during an apartment fire.

"I'm both so proud and honored to be here," said Meyran's widow, Jeannette. "It's a special day. It's very emotional."

His older daughter, Angela Nicole Meyran, told the crowd that she learned a great deal about coping with her loss and the strength the ceremony gave her.

"Six years ago, if you would have told me I would be standing here dedicated a school to my father, I wouldn't believe you," she said. "The past six years have taught me so much about myself and where I came from."

Bellew's widow, Eileen, said having the school building dedicated to her late husband was a gift.

"By having his name on a building that will teach many children what a true hero is," she said.

Meyran's younger daughter, Danine, who could barely reach the microphone at the podium, spoke about coming to terms with her loss.

"I was so young, I didn't know what exactly happened and how it would affect me," she said. "Sometimes, I think what will happen when I'm married? Who will walk me down the aisle?"

Despite being so young when he died, Danine said she still remembers him for all his greatness, not just as a firefighter, but as a father.

"My dad, he was and still is the best dad in the whole wide world, even the universe," she said.

Administrators said it will be a priority for the students to know about their school's namesakes and learn about the two lieutenants who gave their lives serving others.