Eric was first and foremost a loyal son, husband, father and friend. His family was his number one priority. And once you became Eric's friend, you remained his lifelong friend. His thoughtfulness was unsurpassed, and there are many personal stories of his generosity from the more than 700 attendees at his memorial service. From his early years on, Eric was a regular Pied Piper, charming all who crossed his path with his insatiable wit. He inherited his love of laughter,kind heart and adventurous spirit from his parents, Renee and Sam, who share in his widespread "fan club."
The Stahlman welcome mat was always out, signaling a gracious reception for visitors from near or far to his house or theirs. My favorite memories are of the times spent with Eric and his family. Eric's wife, Blanca and children, Allison and Jacob, were his pride and joy. There was always a sparkle in his eyes when he spoke of them. I know he wants them to be brave and carry on his legacy. Family and friends will be comfort and support for them forever.
Eric, we love you, and you remain in our hearts and on our minds forever. Lissie Stahlman, cousin
It feels like just yesterday we were playing on the beach. I remember Christine, even then, always thinking of others before herself. I miss seeing her around our small town, bumping into her at the store and getting that big hug -- the one you always get from an old friend. I have planted five trees since Chris was taken from us, one for each of my children. On the 11th day of every month I will plant one more. I will continue to do this for as long as I live, in honor of my friend Christine.
There are no words that can say or express the way your family and friends have missed you. But from the bottom of my heart, I will never miss you because you will always be alive to me in my heart and thoughts. Love you much. Mari Vega, friend
One of the heros of our generation, risking his life to help those that could notescape the World Trade Center disaster. We shall remember. He is in our heartsforever. Andrew Forester, classmate
As a former Legalman with the Judge Advocate General's Corps, I remember seeingLt. Sopper around the Washington Navy Yard. I join with her family in mourningher loss. John E. Poulson, former shipmate
My wife and I met Will and his wife, Sue, while we were on our honeymoon in Italy. For the nine days we spent with them, he always had a smile and nice things to say. I'd like to think that we bonded during that time. He had worked with a fellow alum of mine and unfortunately, she perished as well. Myself and my wife, Christine express our deepest condolences to Sue and her family. You are in our prayers. Be strong.
I knew Frank during his days as a young FX broker in Toronto, Canada - first as a client, then as a competitor with a rival brokerage company. He was such a nice guy. Everyone loved Frankie. An example of integrity in a very hectic dog-eat-dog business, Frankie was always the consummate gentleman - reliable, honest and fair. He was also a great deal of fun to be around - his humour and quick wit were legendary. It was a pleasure to know him. He will be missed. Susan Montgomery, former colleague
To a (fraternity) brother I never met, but (who) will always be remembered as a friend. "In Heaven there is rest." Proud to be a Phi. Justin Reitsma, member Phi Delta Theta fraternity
I am deeply saddened by the tragic death of Mr. Singh. May Wahaguru bless his soul and give strengh and courage to his family and friends facing this situation. Sukhwinder Singh, Human
I remember Jiff as a good man and a good Christian. Although I have not seen him in many years, but I feel that he was still the same man. I have no doubts that he was a good husband to his wife and a good father to his children. Sarah Hamby Dickens, classmate
Dianne was a loving girl who always smiled. She had green eyes and red hair (Irish decent). I use to work with her when she was at The Bank of Nova Scotia in the Real Estate Dept. of the bank. She will surely be missed. Dianne was beginning to get her life going, and I will surely miss her. My sincere wishes go to her loved ones.
I attended Cortland State University and was a fraternity brother with Don back in the early 1980's. I was extremely saddened by the news of Don's passing. I will always remember just what a great, sincere guy he was. My prayers are with his family during this difficult time. Rich Reilly, friend
Coach Spampinato -- that's what I called him when I played soccer at Manhasset High School from 1986-89. I wasn't a very good player, but the Coach didn't seem to mind. He always let me play and he always seemd to care. He was always someone to look up to and have as an encouraging face on the sidelines. My deepest sympathies to his family. He will be missed. Fred Berman, former student
Donald called his wife during the attack, but lost contact. As evidence through his surviving children, Donald was a family man. As evidence through my wife, his cousin, Donald was blessed with both a sense of humor and a sense of good work ethic. I am sure his company will miss him, his family will miss him, but his memory will not be forgotten. God bless. Paul Fensterer, cousin's wife
As a former Legalman with the Judge Advocate General's Corps, I remember seeingLt. Sopper around the Washington Navy Yard. I join with her family in mourningher loss. John E. Poulson, former shipmate
Len was the best son-in-law any mother could have ever hoped for. He was awonderful husband, daddy, son, brother, friend and all-around caring, great guy.He is painfully missed and will forever live in our hearts. Kathleen Marquet, mother-in-law
Naomi, I knew you 30 years ago when we both worked at Bank of America in SanFrancisco. My heart aches for your family and friends. You will never beforgotten. Christine, acquaintance
I went to school with Moira and she stood out as a great person who would do anything to help anyone. I am proud to call her friend and she is my hero. I just got a NYPD memorial cap today and will proudly wear this for Moira and for the brave NYPD officers who saved who they could in the attack. Scott Humphrey, friend
Heather: we had just started to know you. Your parents are our most treasured friends. You were, like your parents, the purest soul and heart we've ever known. You are missed in ways we couldn't imagine. The world is a lesser place without you in it. Your smile and gentle nature will live on in your parents, and your friends. We love you. Jim and Kris Payant, friends
Tommy was a wonderful man. He loved life, he loves his family and his friends and he lived his life to the fullest. He loved what he did for a living and died on top of the world, he belonged on the top of the world. I will never forget what he did for me, the confidence he gave me, the love he gave me, and how he taught me how to live. This world has lost one of its best human beings and heaven has gained one of its best angels. Rest in peace my dear Tommy.
I worked with your dad Clive, and my heart goes out to your family through this difficult time. I pray you are at peace in God's kingdom. Joyce Daino, father's friend
Len was the best son-in-law any mother could have ever hoped for. He was awonderful husband, daddy, son, brother, friend and all-around caring, great guy.He is painfully missed and will forever live in our hearts. Kathleen Marquet, mother-in-law
It feels like just yesterday we were playing on the beach. I remember Christine, even then, always thinking of others before herself. I miss seeing her around our small town, bumping into her at the store and getting that big hug -- the one you always get from an old friend. I have planted five trees since Chris was taken from us, one for each of my children. On the 11th day of every month I will plant one more. I will continue to do this for as long as I live, in honor of my friend Christine.
Ro-Ro, you always made me laugh. You were as sweet as the day was long. You had the most beautiful smile to go along with your beautiful heart. I will always love you and miss you. Pat Rausch, cousin
Moira, your sacrifice on September 11 was not in vain as thousands of people were
saved because of you and your peers. You are a real hero. You have left alittle daughter, Patricia, who will grow up without you, but you will be watchingand guiding her every day of her life. She misses you, but is very proud of youand will think of you every day. May you rest in peace, for you are not alone. Michael Boxer, sister-in-law's friend
I went to school with Moira and she stood out as a great person who would do anything to help anyone. I am proud to call her friend and she is my hero. I just got a NYPD memorial cap today and will proudly wear this for Moira and for the brave NYPD officers who saved who they could in the attack. Scott Humphrey, friend
Jeff Smith was one of the most kind and genuine guys I have ever met. He had away of making all those who he came into contact with feel special and important.We all miss you terribly, Jeff. Godspeed wherever you are. Jonathan, cousin
Heather: we had just started to know you. Your parents are our most treasured friends. You were, like your parents, the purest soul and heart we've ever known. You are missed in ways we couldn't imagine. The world is a lesser place without you in it. Your smile and gentle nature will live on in your parents, and your friends. We love you. Jim and Kris Payant, friends
We remember you as a friendly, easygoing, smiling guy. From a warm,generous and kind family, you were a great guy to have known. You made a positivedifference in this world! Sincere condolences to your whole family. May peace bewith you all. J. Niedercorn, family friend
Lt. Col. Smith was my first basketball coach and a family friend of many years. He was one of the nicest, kindest men I've ever known. He loved to joke and I cannot remember ever seeing him without a smile on his face. All my prayers go out to his widow, Ann, and his four daughters, Natalie, Nicole, Kristy, and Tracy. The world is a much greyer place without him in it. Kristin (Wagner) Gambill, family friend
A great childhood friend! Cathy was as tender as she was determined! Cathy, you'll be missed by the Joneses. See you in the future! Say hi to our fathers for us! Sincere condolences to the Annette, Walter, Vincent, Barbara and Lisa! Peace!
Cathy had a sharp wit and great sense of humor. Evelyn and Cathy complimented each other, they fit like a glove. Listening to them interact with each other could be quite entertaining. They are our "Lucy and Ricky." A day has not passed that Cathy has not been remembered with a smile, even through the countless tears we have cried at her loss. Cathy you will always be with us, always in our hearts. We will not forget. It's all about you.
I would (like) to extend my condolences to the Sloan family. I had the pleasure of being both a friend and teammate of Paul's while attending Brown University. Paul was truly one of the nicest people I met during my time at Brown and (I) offer my deepest sympathy.
Paul was great model and leader to me while playing football with him at Brown University. I will always remember his amazing work ethic and his wonderful attitude. He will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Paul,you will not be forgotten. The brothers of Delta Tau know you will sorely be missed. Your legacy will live on. Our hearts go out to your family and friends.
I would to extend my condolences to the Sloan family. I had the pleasure of being both a friend and teammate of Paul's while attending Brown University. Paul was truly one of the nicest people I met during my time at Brown and I offer my deepest sympathy.
Around May of 1993, I brought a used car from George. I still have it. I have bought many cars in my life but this I always remembered this one. I had never met a more cheerful ,positive and engaging person. He wasfriendly and helpful. He gave me a good price for the car and spoke of his plans for retirement. He and his wife were going to travel the country and enjoy themselves. He even called me a month later and offered his beautiful Ford Mustang for a rock-bottom price because the dealer was jerking him around.Sadly, I said no thanks and wished him a wonderful retirement. It was few days after September 11 that Xerox announced George was on one of the planes fromBoston. Now every time I go into my garage, I see that usedcar. Just think about it , how briefly I knew him and the impact he had onme. This man was no phony, He was someone you just had to like. Iwill always treasure the fact that I met this man. God watch over his soul for he was one of the good ones.
I remember you from high school, Sacred Heart in Yonkers. You were a year older than I. You graduated with my sister. I remember you as a very nice boy. One who always said, "hi, how ya doing today?". You were also quite funny and cute,too. God Bless you and your family. Rest in peace. Colleen, classmate
I have only been lucky enough to know John (Yashy) for the past two years. He was very complimentary towards me and always made me feel great! He was generous, funny, and easy to talk to. I will always think of him around all of his friends and his family. He lives in my heart forever. Lisa Diamante, friend
John was a kid I grew up with during my childhood in Clifton, New Jersey. He lived right next door to my grandmother and aunts' house. Although I haven't seen him since I moved to south Jersey 15 years ago, my heart still ached when I heard that he was missing in the World Trade Center. My prayers go out to his family, especially to his mom, his sister Irene and his brother Mike. Stephanie Rizzo-Laste, old neighborhood friend
John was a great friend! He was considered a brother to many friends around him. I will always be proud to have known you and your act of heroism. We may no longer have your presence but will always treasure the memories. The ski trips sure were a good time. You will always be greatly missed! Joe Daleo, friend
He was a husband to Diane, and the father of 6-year old triplets. He was a Volunteer emergency medical technician here in Virginia, though it was his Oracle job that took him to New York City regularly, and put him where he was no doubt using his EMT skills when the WTC came down. He could have left the scene; he wasn't in the WTC when the aircraft struck. But he went in to help. Matt Lasley
Pete, I always looked up to you like an older brother I never had. I will never forget you as long as I live. Your stories will be talked about forever, so that people who never met you will feel they have. I'm glad I had the opportunity to spend some good times with you. For that I feel lucky. I know all your friends and family will look out for your wife and son. God bless you until I see you again. Larry Kramer, friend
Tom was a sharp, witty gentleman with a knack for making money. The world will miss him. His family and friends will miss him, and no one who knew him will ever forget him. There has got to be a better picture of him out there? Doug Melcher, friend
I am deeply saddened by the tragic death of Mr. Singh. May Wahaguru bless his soul and give strengh and courage to his family and friends facing this situation. Sukhwinder Singh, Human
I was a volunteer working at Ground Zero. I picked up a business card. It was yours. I silently asked myself, why had God spared a piece of paper, yet He took the pure soul of its rightful owner? May God bless the martyrs of freedom. Eli Kliger, friend
One of the greatest feelings of loss I have ever experienced in my life.The only consolation I have is the hope that Deeg and Teddy are somewhere, together again,and are smiling down on us. Edward Ingersoll, cousin
Mom, I miss you. Christmas was not the same. Kathy and Ryan miss you too. Only one more year in Korea and I'll be home. I will come and visit. I promise.
He was a husband to Diane, and the father of 6-year old triplets. He was a Volunteer emergency medical technician here in Virginia, though it was his Oracle job that took him to New York City regularly, and put him where he was no doubt using his EMT skills when the WTC came down. He could have left the scene; he wasn't in the WTC when the aircraft struck. But he went in to help. Matt Lasley
Jane was always a quiet kid in school, she was very devoted to her studies and I always admired her for that. You are missed Jane, a star in this world.. now you are a guiding light for all of us. Holly Tabor, High School Classmate
I knew you for nearly 20 years, dealing with each other sometimes daily. Yet, we never met. I felt as though I knew you, and am saddened to know I will never get to know you better. I hope you have peace. Lois, Verizon telecom
She was a wonderful and delightful person, who brought joy to all who knew her. Her ever present smile and laugh will be my lasting memory. Jonathan Frances, former co-worker
Michael was a man of character, strength and inexhaustible energy. While his physical presence may be gone, his spirit lives on with everyone he touched. I miss you, Michael, but I know we'll meet again. Art Dwight, college roommate
I miss you every day. Your wife Eileen, daughter Brittany, and sons MJ and Tyler miss you so deeply. I pray for the day when the pain of losing you is just a little bearable. Last week I hung your Christmas lights. I cried the whole time. I should not be hanging your lights. You should be here putting them up with your family. We will never forget you. For now I am trying to live with only your memory. Chris Klass, brother-in-law
I was a volunteer working at Ground Zero. I picked up a business card. It was yours. I silently asked myself, why had God spared a piece of paper, yet He took the pure soul of its rightful owner? May God bless the martyrs of freedom. Eli Kliger, friend
My dad worked in the same company that you did. I'm sure you knew him because he knew you. I'm sorry for what happened. Please rest in peace. Jim, friend
Around May of 1993, I brought a used car from George. I still have it. I have bought many cars in my life but this I always remembered this one. I had never met a more cheerful ,positive and engaging person. He wasfriendly and helpful. He gave me a good price for the car and spoke of his plans for retirement. He and his wife were going to travel the country and enjoy themselves. He even called me a month later and offered his beautiful Ford Mustang for a rock-bottom price because the dealer was jerking him around.Sadly, I said no thanks and wished him a wonderful retirement. It was few days after September 11 that Xerox announced George was on one of the planes fromBoston. Now every time I go into my garage, I see that usedcar. Just think about it , how briefly I knew him and the impact he had onme. This man was no phony, He was someone you just had to like. Iwill always treasure the fact that I met this man. God watch over his soul for he was one of the good ones.
I, as all Americans, were moved to tears on that September day. I wanted to pay honor to the victims so I ordered one the Mercy Bands that are avialable. I was given the name of Diane Simmons. I know that she was on American Airlines Flight 77 that went into the Pentagon. It is my hope that someone from her family will know that I wear that bracelet with her name on it everyday and that I pray for her and her family.
She was a wonderful and delightful person, who brought joy to all who knew her. Her ever present smile and laugh will be my lasting memory. Jonathan Frances, former co-worker
Bruce Simmons was my first college roommate at James Madison University. He called himself "Sy." We enjoyed a typical roommate-friendship; sports events, trips to see our families together, vacations. Outgoing and personable, Sy generated lots of friends in his travels. I last saw Sy in 1994, he had been transformed into a stockbroker named Bruce. We'll miss you Bruce. May God bless your wife and children.
A man not known to me, but a cousin through marriage he be. My heartfelt sympathy for those he left behind. Aloha from Hawaii. You are in my heart as well as mind. God Bless America! Nola Pedersen, cousin-in-law
To a dear cousin, Although we only ever met once it was a pleasure to have spent time with you. You will always be in my thoughts and my prayers. Shabbir Simjee, first cousin
If you knew Stephen, you know a few words could never say it all and a million wouldn't be enough. Like wonderful comets that streak across our horizons, Stephen shot across our ours with brilliance and dazzling light. Stephen left us and we remain standing in awe, looking up to the heavens wondering. I guess what the poet has said is true.. it was heaven here with you. Until we meet again, Joe. Joe Meagher, Friend
I knew the parents who both died young and left him in the loving hands of caring siblings. He died, I think, as he wanted to. I am proud of all the brothers and sisters, proud for what they are and what they made of him. Sic monumentum requieris, circumspecie.
She was my girlfriend Angie's best friend. I saw her the Sunday before the attack at Foxhound's restaurant on South End Avenue and that was the last I saw of her. She was the sweetest girl you could ever meet. Her other best friend, Greg took care of her belongings and made most final arrangements afterwards--and he did a phenomenal job. Linda was a great person, very friendly, caring and the sweetest girlfriend that my Angie ever had. Angie cries every time she and I look at the ruins of the WTC. We miss her very much.
I didn't know Greg myself, but I am proud to wear his name on a bracelet to remind me of him and the other victims daily so that I may pray for their loved ones' healing and peace. Thank you, Greg, and all of the others for the supreme sacrifice. May God bless them all and may they rest in peace. Never forget. Tami Taylor
I just want to let you know how much I miss you. A day does not go by where I don't think of your smiling face. I know you are in a better place now, and I know I will see you again. Merry Christmas in Heaven. I love you! Love, Brian (bri-guy)
Dianne was a loving girl who always smiled. She had green eyes and red hair (Irish decent). I use to work with her when she was at The Bank of Nova Scotia in the Real Estate Dept. of the bank. She will surely be missed. Dianne was beginning to get her life going, and I will surely miss her. My sincere wishes go to her loved ones.
Tommy was a wonderful man. He loved life, he loves his family and his friends and he lived his life to the fullest. He loved what he did for a living and died on top of the world, he belonged on the top of the world. I will never forget what he did for me, the confidence he gave me, the love he gave me, and how he taught me how to live. This world has lost one of its best human beings and heaven has gained one of its best angels. Rest in peace my dear Tommy.
John Sherry was one of my oldest friends. He will be truly missed by so many people. Friends and family mourn his loss, but we are grateful for his time with us. I knew John before kindergarten, and we were in that class together. I'll always cherish his smile and calm demeanor. I wish peace and happiness for his wife, two sons and the rest of the Sherry family. Patricia Biener-Lang, friend
Alena, you would be pleased by all of us coming together here this evening to celebrate your life. I can see you now, somewhat amused and not quite embracing all the fuss.
As heroic as you were, you were also quietly unassuming and self-effacing. When Gail introduced us almost 30 years ago, we discovered an immediate kinship. We were both immigrants and, while I'd been here for a decade before you, you'd ventured into territories unknown to me. Wasn't it you who taught me how to dance THAT way, your leg firmly planted between mine? Later you'd join my worlds. You'd take the subway from your apartment on St. Marks Pl. to mine in Queens so I could be with my 3-year-old daughter Nicole,
or sensing my isolation, you came to Waterville, Maine, to spend a weekend with me
when I moved there. Today, having lost you, the emptiness we feel is only somewhat mitigated by the memories of our enjoyment of life and each other on Fire Island, in Morristown, Provincetown,
Prague, The Poconos, New Orleans, The Hamptons, and especially the New Year's Eve we spent together
in Paris 22 years ago when all you could talk about, all night, incessantly,
was NOT the New Year, Not Paris, NOT the meal we'd just enjoyed,
just one thing, your newfound love: Barbara. I got such a kick out of your attempts
to speak English, omitting all articles, especially after a "few" glasses of red,
when you'd gradually start speaking your own version of our language "Czechlish" it wasn't really English.
And it was especially funny because, normally a woman of few words, you'd suddenly became loquacious. You'd be totally incomprehensible and laugh at what you were saying,
and we'd join right in.
Loudly.
Laughing with you.
Not understanding a word. More than anyone else I knew, Alena, you loved life and
the opportunities America afforded you, and the fabric of your life with Barbara. You were my hero and my champion.
The risk-taker whose brave story of coming to America I'd tell to whomever would listen.
You were wise, you were intelligent, you took nothing for granted and you understood struggle.
You touched me with your generous heart in a way no one else ever has. You were so damn important to me.
Quite simply you were, the sister I never had.
Like a family we have each other's emergency numbers posted prominently in our homes,
along with the gifts and mementos we've given each other throughout the years. Nicole, who was so fond of you, has your plants hanging in her studio apartment. I've planted your roses in my garden in Sag Harbor.
They'll bloom next year, by the pond you loved so much.
Alena, I trusted you completely and loved you unconditionally. You were always there for me when it mattered
and supporting me when I gave my last academic paper at Hofstra University
(and hanging the poster of that conference in your dining room)
or seeing me through an extremely difficult time when my father died.
There will never be for me another friend with whom I can speak in shorthand,
move with through the world and accumulate a history. Your death is sobering.
Red wine has lost it's power to cheer.
Today I am guided by your sense of right and wrong, asking myself what YOU'D do in this case or that.
I'm trying to live, as you did, with meaning and integrity. So tonight in the spirit of Alena who had no use for a lot of fuss,
I urge you to do as she would & as we did so many times
in Prague, let's lift our glasses to her and say "'Ahoy".
We cannot believe that you will not be with us physically.
However, your memory will be preserved by every one of our family.You have been a most loyal son, husband to Sigal and father to Roy, 5, and Naomi, 3.
You were loved and appreciated by your brother Yishai and your sister Pazit and their families.All of the greater Shefi family admired you for your distinguished achievments:
An excellent soccer player as a boy, a businessman from the age of 5, (yes 5) a distinguished officer of the I.D.F.,a distinguished student who completed Bar-Ilan University with an MBA (magna cum laude).Shortly after your arrival to the U.S.A. with your wife Sigal you were appointed as president and C.E.O. of a company at the age of 29.The president of the mother company -- Chris C.-- most appreciated you and used to call you "Hagay what a guy."And all your friends in the U.S. and in Israel are missing your loyal friendship and your sense of humor.Your old friend and co-founder of the last company which you were also a co-founder and C.E.O., GoldTier Technologiessaid that you were the heart and the dynamo-buster-turbo of the new company.All of us in the family will remember you forever and you will continue to be in our hearts and our source of pride.We shall provide Sigal and your kids -- our beloved grandchildren -- the best of our love and care.Rest in peace.
Esther and Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Dov Shefi, IDF, mother and father
My heart is empty of words, we all can only feel, love one another, put trust in God. I am so sorry for all your family the suffering. God bless you all. Patricia Ann Sheehan Hartman
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