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NAME	AGE	FROM
John Damien Vaccacio	30	New York, NY United States
World Trade Center - bond broker, Cantor Fitzgerald - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
I never met you but your somone who we all can not forget- we know you are watching over us in a safe place- Alyson- age 27 NJ - submitted: 5/17/2002 1:23:35 PM . . . . . . .
god bless - submitted: 11/4/2011 8:28:52 AM . . . . . . .
god bless - submitted: 11/4/2011 8:29:02 AM . . . . . . .

Bradley Hodges Vadas	37	Westport, CT United States
World Trade Center - senior vice president, Keefe, Bruyette & Woods - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
I thought I said good-bye, Hoping to move on But your eyes are following me Then your voice And then your smile And then I miss you Very much. I miss you holding me And saying everything is all right. Again I try to say good-bye Hoping it will change Our hands touching - Forever H. Krueger - submitted: 10/25/2002 2:27:40 PM . . . . . . .
Hope you received many roses today. Heide - submitted: 2/14/2003 9:27:36 AM . . . . . . .
Dearest Bradley Hodges Vadas, I know that you are so many wonderful things to many people. I know that you care for the people you love. I know that I will always love you and all the people who know you will continue to love you. You are more alive than ever before because now you are eternal. I will see you again, maybe not now or tomorrow, but, in eternity. Your friend forever. Rhea Kelly - submitted: 2/9/2004 10:08:58 PM . . . . . . .
FOR A DANCER - For Brad Vadas Keep a fire burning in your eye Pay attention to the open sky You never know what will be coming down I don't remember losing track of you You were always dancing in and out of view I must have thought you'd always be around Always keeping things real by playing the clown Now you're nowhere to be found I don't know what happens when people die Can't seem to grasp it as hard as I try It's like a song I can hear playing right in my ear That I can't sing I can't help listening And I can't help feeling stupid standing 'round Crying as they ease you down 'Cause I know that you'd rather we were dancing Dancing our sorrow away (Right on dancing) No matter what fate chooses to play (There's nothing you can do about it anyway) Just do the steps that you've been shown By everyone you've ever known Until the dance becomes your very own No matter how close to yours Another's steps have grown In the end there is one dance you'll do alone Keep a fire for the human race Let your prayers go drifting into space You never know what will be coming down Perhaps a better world is drawing near And just as easily it could all disappear Along with whatever meaning you might have found Don't let the uncertainty turn you around (The world keeps turning around and around) Go on and make a joyful sound Into a dancer you have grown From a seed somebody else has thrown Go on ahead and throw some seeds of your own And somewhere between the time you arrive And the time you go May lie a reason you were alive But you'll never know (c) 1974 SWALLOW TURN MUSIC - submitted: 2/27/2004 6:52:23 AM . . . . . . .
Thinking of you, Heide - submitted: 9/11/2004 12:37:35 PM . . . . . . .
Bradley - I never met you and yet feel like I know you. My Dad and your Mom were related. My Dad is Charles Norton Sr. and we were related through his Aunt Macie Oppenheimer. You see, my Mom, died two days before your tragedy and Dad hadn't seen your family in years. Dad attended the Stew Leaonards Memorial and was shocked to see your Father, Donald there. I attended the Sherwood Island Ceremonies last year hoping to meet Donald. My thoughts are with your and your loved ones always & especially on this day. Bobbi Norton. Bobbi.kasprzyk@nrtinc.com - submitted: 9/11/2005 11:05:47 AM . . . . . . .
Happy - un birthday. - submitted: 2/28/2006 9:25:43 AM . . . . . . .
I have not forgotten the 11th - thinking of you - Love Heide - submitted: 9/14/2007 11:14:19 AM . . . . . . .
Dearest Bradley Hodges Vadas, another day goes by without you and another reality check that your missed very much. You taught me a lot about life, love & happiness. I believe that life continues after death&you are aware of everything that is going on just as I am now. Your memory is still strong in my life&I will never forget you for as long as I live. Life goes on and brings me one breath closer to you. Your a hard act to follow. Your missed & loved very much. Your friend always, Dale Rhea Heminokeky Simmons - submitted: 9/9/2009 5:13:43 PM . . . . . . .
Not one day goes by without you in my thoughts. I love& miss you very much. Your friend in life& throughout the end of time. Rhea Heminokeky-Simmons - submitted: 9/11/2009 11:17:49 AM . . . . . . .
Happy Birthday tomorrow - just thinking of you - Heide - submitted: 2/28/2016 7:08:26 AM . . . . . . .

William Valcarcel	54	New York, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
To Dad: Words can not express how much I miss you. I think of you every single day. The only thing that gets me through the day is knowing that you are watching over me. The world will never be the same without you. Te amo!! From Your Daughter Melissa Melissa@Valcarcel.com - submitted: 9/6/2002 1:07:05 PM . . . . . . .
To The World: Here is a short bio of my dad's life. If you didn't know him, you truly missed out. At first sight, all people would see is William Valcarcel�s handicap. He is a paraplegic who used crutches or a wheelchair to get around. What some people didn�t know is that his visible handicap did not limit his physical ability, his professional potential, or his personal ambitions. William Valcarcel overcame many obstacles in his life to become successful. When he fell ill with polio as a child, Spanish was his first language. He not only learned English, but he also completed grammar school in the hospital. He attended high school and college in crutches, but was told that he wouldn�t amount to anything because he was �a cripple� and because he was Puerto Rican. He was told that a family was out of the question because no woman would want to marry a �disabled� man. William Valcarcel has a wife of 31 years. He has three children and two granddaughters. He was the Supervisor of Tax Conferences for the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance for whom he worked for over 34 years. He enjoyed many hobbies including swimming, photography, computer technology, reading, driving, and spoiling his granddaughters. At the time of the attack, William was two months shy of hitting the retirement age of 55. He said that he wanted to open his own business when he retired and when asked what type of business he would jokingly reply �a ballet school.� He was actually looking forward to buying a motor home and driving cross country with his wife. He is a remarkable man�a wonderful father, a devoted grandfather, a loving husband, an honorable son, a caring brother, a helpful uncle, a thoughtful cousin, an admirable in-law, a generous godfather, a good humored friend, a reliable coworker, and a role model citizen. He is someone the world will miss dearly and whose legacy will live forever in the hearts of those he knew. - submitted: 9/6/2002 1:10:13 PM . . . . . . .
I did not know you but read what your daughter wrote and wish I had. The world needs more people like you in it. I'm so sorry there are no words. God Bless you and your family. I will keep your family in my prayers. Terri - submitted: 9/13/2002 6:27:31 PM . . . . . . .
Our thoughts and prayers are with you- though we never met him, we can see he was a beautiful man- William's legacy will live on, as will all of the heroes of that day� The Family of Firefighter Sergio Gabriel Villanueva - submitted: 1/8/2003 8:30:46 AM . . . . . . .
I did not know your father but with your description, I feel I do. May God bless you and your family, and William will still be living through you. Love from France - submitted: 8/31/2003 2:15:20 PM . . . . . . .
To my big brother: I miss your calls, your emails updating me on every step of your life, but most of all I miss how your corny sense of humor made everything so much better. I will love and miss you forever. Your little sister, Silvia - submitted: 9/12/2003 7:22:23 PM . . . . . . .

Antonio Jesus Montoya Valdes	46	East Boston, MA United States
American Flight 11 - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
I don�t know you but i hope that your body rests in peace now� - submitted: 9/11/2003 4:38:56 PM . . . . . . .
I never knew you, but we must be related some how. God Bless you, Valdes brother. - submitted: 4/20/2004 12:40:29 PM . . . . . . .

Mayra Valdes-Rodriguez	39	Brooklyn, NY United States
World Trade Center - Aon Corp. - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
SHE WAS MY GOOD FRIEND FOR ABOUT 13 YEARS. MY FAMILY AND I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER AND NEVER WILL FORGET. WE LOVE MAYRA VERY MUCH AND WE WILL MISS HER PLEASE PRAY FOR HER AND HER FAMILY. IVETTE MERCADO - submitted: 10/15/2001 9:31:30 AM . . . . . . .
I never knew you, but we were related in some way. God Bless you, Valdes Sister. - submitted: 4/20/2004 12:46:12 PM . . . . . . .

Felix Antonio Vale	29	Brooklyn, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
God Bless you and your brother. May God and the angles watch over your family and friends. - submitted: 9/13/2002 6:19:51 PM . . . . . . .
Felix, Thank you for what you did for all the people in your life. - submitted: 5/8/2003 1:58:42 PM . . . . . . .
Fel, I hope you are looking down on us and know how much we miss you guys. Not a day goes by that I pass by the site and think of the horror of seeing that building on fire. But I also remember the times we used to meet in the plaza for lunch, go home together, or get together for a beer. It is very hard to know that my baby brothers are gone. You guys had so many dreams to fulfill. You guys have left a tremendous void in our lives. Take care of Ivan. I miss you so much little brother. Love you, Gui - submitted: 1/10/2004 8:53:43 PM . . . . . . .
Felix, Miss you & love you always Jaycee - submitted: 9/6/2007 8:26:10 AM . . . . . . .

Ivan Vale	27	Ridgewood, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
Your brother and you are angles together. God Bless your family. - submitted: 9/13/2002 6:22:29 PM . . . . . . .
Ivan, I think of you and Felix every day. I miss you so much. You were a great little brother and I will forever remember you as the nut that you were. Keep being a rebel and look out for Felix. Love you, your brother Gui. - submitted: 1/10/2004 8:49:16 PM . . . . . . .
God Bless you and your family. America honors you. You are hero. www.thespisjournal.blogpost.com - submitted: 9/9/2006 12:40:31 PM . . . . . . .
Ivan, it has been nine years since this tragedy. You are missed as always. There's not a day that goes by without thoughts of you. There was a reunion at Auto on Aug.28. I did not go. Couldn't bear seeing that building without reminiscing the good old HS days. The friendship, the bonds and the best of friends. I chose to be with family instead. After all, family is everything right??? I miss you my dear friend. My little mouse. Thoughts of you... always. Love... always. Another anniversay my buddy. Love and miss you... Paddy - submitted: 9/10/2010 5:46:10 PM . . . . . . .

Benito Valentin	33	Bronx, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 4/17/2004 6:05:46 PM . . . . . . .
Benito was a wonderful person. - submitted: 8/28/2005 6:16:09 PM . . . . . . .
We love and miss you dearly.. and you will forever be in our hearts. - submitted: 4/13/2009 1:15:30 PM . . . . . . .

Santos Valentin, Jr.	39	Richmond Hill, NY United States
World Trade Center - New York Police Department - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
I dont know who you were, but I write here to tell the other people who read this that your family, wherever they might be, surely are very proud of you, for you went looking for better opportunities of life to help them, and you give them glory, you are a hero. United States, Mexico is with you - submitted: 2/14/2002 9:25:25 PM . . . . . . .
Sasha Valentin You were my uncle and now its sad that you will no longer be with us. We carry the family name prouder than ever now. You were a courageous man and I LOVE YOU. - submitted: 5/23/2002 6:43:33 AM . . . . . . .
I prayed on 9/11 for your safety and the safety of others, but you were taken away from all of whom you meant so much to. You were a friend for so many years, and I will never forget you. I will remember the days that you would protect me when we bumped into each other on dangerous calls. Telling me to stand behind you, since you were the one wearing the vest. I will cherish all the memories of you especially the annoying sounds you would make of the Three Stooges. I for the longest since 9/11 could not watch them, because it would only remind me of you(all of the Nuck Nucks and Why Certainly). I look up to the stars at night, and know that you are shining down over us probably with a cig in the mouth and a cold beer. You are probably keeping those bars open after hours like you use to do. I know one day we will meet again. Until then you will never be FORGOTTEN. I ask you of one favor Please tell my grandmother that I Miss her Very Much. Miss You Dear Friend Debra - submitted: 8/10/2002 11:11:34 PM . . . . . . .
There isn't a day that goes by, where I don't think of you and every ounce of love you showed me. You were the only dad I ever knew and it just seems like the world is less bright without you. My son is named after you, it's a shame that he won't get to know your warm hugs, your playful teasing. I just hope that you know we miss you every day. That we all love you and cherish you so much. I hope you and Luger are happy. Xoxo Dani. - submitted: 7/19/2013 8:55:39 PM . . . . . . .

Carlton Francis Valvo II	38	New York, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
Carl was wild at heart. We met in New Orleans and shared some good times at the jazz fest. I'll never forget his sense of humor. Andrew Greenberg - Houston - submitted: 1/19/2004 6:48:42 AM . . . . . . .

Pendyala Vamsikrishna	30	Los Angeles, CA United States
American Flight 11 - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
Pendyala, I did not know you, and I do not know whether you were an American citizen or not. Still you were a member of my human family, and though I did not know you at all, I cannot believe you deserved to be murdered in this way by these evil excuses for human beings. You are not forgotten. - submitted: 8/26/2004 1:52:14 PM . . . . . . .
we miss you... - submitted: 2/2/2012 10:22:55 AM . . . . . . .

Erica Van Acker	62	Manhattan, NY United States
World Trade Center - Aon Corp. - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
You were such a good friend of Bradley.V. and mine. I know you and Bradley are up there watching over his son and me. I am vary thankful for your friendship. It meant the world to me. You were so pretty in your wedding dress. Your husbend so proud of you and what you became. I hope you know that we still love you and alwayz will NiaKeshia - submitted: 4/7/2002 4:03:00 PM . . . . . . .
Just So Long, my long ago and present friend Hugs, Chuck - submitted: 4/13/2003 10:33:12 AM . . . . . . .

Kenneth W. Van Auken	47	East Brunswick, NJ United States
World Trade Center - bond trader, Cantor Fitzgerald - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
Kenneth Van Auken's job as a bond broker bought him the house with the yard in East Brunswick, N.J. But his passions for carpentry and gardening built the cedar-wood arbor in the yard where his widow, Lorie Van Auken, now goes to grieve. Mr. Van Auken, 47, who worked at Cantor Fitzgerald and left two children, finished the arbor a week before he died. Last week, the clematis plants that the Van Aukens picked out together for the arbor came in the mail. Mrs. Van Auken planted them with a friend at hand to keep her from crying too hard. Not far from where the pink flowers will crawl up the arbor, a big old maple stands dying, its leaves brown for months. But it is being allowed to stay for now. "My husband loved this tree," Mrs. Van Auken said. "We had decided to wait till spring to cut it down. Give it one more chance to go green again." While Mrs. Van Auken is gardening to confront her loss, their 12-year-old daughter, Sarah, has written and recorded a song, "Daddy's Little Girl," that has been played on pop radio stations. "Daddy, are you there?" the song goes. "Cause I've, I've looked everywhere." "Maybe you'll appear, somehow whisper in my ear." (nytimes.com) - submitted: 10/31/2001 9:42:04 PM . . . . . . .
My heart and prayers are for your family and all the families than lost loved ones. Kathryn Van Auken Duelfer Lodi, Calif. - submitted: 6/14/2002 4:24:02 PM . . . . . . .

Richard Bruce Van Hine	48	Greenwood Lake, NY United States
Emergency / Rescue Personnel - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
I don�t know who you are, or what your role was in the WTC..but I started attending school w/ your daughters! The Lord is with them and your wife! They are safe with God on their side!! God bless! -Angelica - submitted: 8/30/2002 5:19:22 PM . . . . . . .
Your daughter, Emily is my roomate here at ENC. She is a wonderful person, and I am so happy to spend my first year at school with her. Thank you... for everything. - submitted: 9/9/2002 9:48:11 AM . . . . . . .

Daniel M. Van Laere	46	Glen Rock, NJ United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten.... - submitted: 8/29/2004 7:46:56 AM . . . . . . .
I will always remember your gentle spirit beginning in grammar school. - submitted: 5/8/2005 10:31:29 AM . . . . . . .

Edward Raymond Vanacore	29	Jersey City, NJ United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 7:47:32 AM . . . . . . .
we still remember... - submitted: 2/2/2012 10:25:30 AM . . . . . . .

Jon C. Vandevander	44	Ridgewood, NJ United States
World Trade Center - Carr Futures - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
God Bless you and your family. - submitted: 12/26/2001 6:25:13 PM . . . . . . .
Thinking of you on this day of remembrance. Robert L. Vandevender II and family. - submitted: 9/11/2002 5:27:02 PM . . . . . . .
Jon..I miss you. Wendy - submitted: 12/18/2002 8:02:05 PM . . . . . . .

Richard Vanhine
World Trade Center - firefighter , New York Fire Department - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
No bigger sacrifice can be completed by humanity. You paid the ultimate price for life. God Bless You! John-Arizona - submitted: 11/16/2002 10:24:28 AM . . . . . . .

Daniel M. VanLaere	46	Glen Rock, NJ United States
World Trade Center - Aon Corp. - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
God Bless you and your family. - submitted: 12/26/2001 6:24:43 PM . . . . . . .

Frederick T. Varacchi	35	Greenwich, CT United States
World Trade Center - president of eSpeed, Cantor Fitzgerald - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 7:48:08 AM . . . . . . .
Freddy, Thanks for being such a good friend growing up.. May the lord be with you and your family - submitted: 9/11/2008 8:53:28 AM . . . . . . .

Gopalakrishnan Varadhan	32	New York, NY United States
Worked at Cantor Fitzgerald. - submitted: 8/7/2002 2:43:11 PM . . . . . . .
It is two years later and I am in shock to find out that Gopal was one of the victims of the World Trade Center attacks. I was looking up his name on the internet just to see what would come up. I met Gopal 4 years ago and he was so successful and generous with his success. I figured I would find some incredible information. Instead I found this. Our encounter was brief but he left a lasting impression as an incredible person. I cannot imagine the grief his family and friends must feel. God Bless Gopal he was and incredible man and so much fun to be in the presence of. - submitted: 9/12/2003 6:50:44 PM . . . . . . .

Larson Harold Varsonni	25	New York, NY United States
Waiter at Windows on the World. - submitted: 8/7/2002 3:21:08 PM . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten.... - submitted: 8/29/2004 7:48:42 AM . . . . . . .

Scott C. Vasel	32	Park Ridge, NJ United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 7:49:15 AM . . . . . . .

Azael Ismael Vasquez	21	New York, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
azael u are truly missed and loved i know u aint here with us loved ones but u are always in our hearts. and i know that u are leaving in another lifetime looking down at us. ur work here wasnt finish it has just begun cause we know that u are stll looking down at us love always ruby a true friend - submitted: 9/12/2002 9:08:32 AM . . . . . . .
Dear Family of Azael Vasquez, I hope you are over his death. I feel really sorry for you. My community is praying for you and other people of 9/11/ I hope you will remember him well. Your Friend, Tyler Brown~5th grade religion class Botkins OH - submitted: 9/12/2002 2:12:27 PM . . . . . . .
He was the best friend & father to his daughter that I ever knew. That was my dogg, that will always be my dogg no matter wut anybody says and we will always luv you my dogg i know your watching us right now, can't wait untill we meet up agian... love Moe, Rob, Rene, Boris, Pual, Micheal, Misael, Auguston, Timmy, Lenny, Ismael, Raul, Ruben, Nelson and who ever i forgot i'm sorry but my dogg we all love you to death R.I.P. . - submitted: 9/12/2003 10:31:43 AM . . . . . . .
I LOVE MY SON . I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU PAPITO. I MISS YOU SO MUCH. I AM IN PAIN EVERY DAY. BECAUSE I MISS YOU SO MUCH. YOU ARE MY HEART AND ALWAYS WILL BE. YOU ARE MY FIRST AND THAT PART OF THE HEART NO ONE WILL FILL. LOVE YOU SON - submitted: 3/3/2005 8:38:01 AM . . . . . . .
ozzie - Happy 25th Birthday, I love you very much. I remember celebrating your last birthday together four years ago. But no matter what seperates us, I know your with everyone all the time spiritially. - Lupe R. brooklyn(ny) - submitted: 7/12/2005 1:11:58 AM . . . . . . .
WATZ UP OZZIE. I MISS U TWIN, ONLY TIMES I SEE U NOW IZ IN MY DREAMZ AND IT KILLZ ME TO KNOW WHEN I WAKE UP UR STILL NOT HERE.ITZ 2009 AND I STILL HAVE U IN MY HEART. U WAZ A GOOD FRIEND ,BROTHER,AND LEADER. I LOVE U AND CANT WAIT TO SEE U AGAIN. UR TWIN DAVID AKA CHUBBZ - submitted: 5/12/2009 12:47:57 PM . . . . . . .
My dearest cousin, I love you and just want you to know that your name and memory will live on FOREVER in our hearts! Love you... Karene Laura - submitted: 9/11/2009 3:59:15 AM . . . . . . .

Santos Vasquez	55	New York, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
If only you could have known what this man sacrificed to save other's lives. He gave his life for me and my sister. Now let us not look upon the Earth with sad eyes but look to the heavens and smile at those we love. - submitted: 9/10/2002 8:15:34 PM . . . . . . .

Martin Vaughn	65	Providence, RI United States
At a psychologists meeting at thew World Trade Center. - submitted: 8/7/2002 2:55:55 PM . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 7:50:57 AM . . . . . . .

Yoshimi Michelle Vaughn	24	Lynnbrook, NY United States
Worked at Windows on the World. - submitted: 8/7/2002 2:56:45 PM . . . . . . .

Ronald James Vauk	37	Nampa, ID United States
Pentagon - Sailor, Navy Lieutenant Commander - submitted: 9/14/2001 4:58:08 PM . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 7:51:29 AM . . . . . . .

Arcangel Vazquez	47	Brooklyn, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 7:51:55 AM . . . . . . .

John Ignatius Vdolek	54	Jersey City, NJ United States
At a psychologists meeting at the World Trade Center. - submitted: 8/7/2002 2:59:08 PM . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 7:52:21 AM . . . . . . .

Peter Anthony Vega	36	Brooklyn, NY United States
World Trade Center - firefighter , New York Fire Department - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
You rushed in as others rushed out. You showed the whole world what a hero is. Not a sports figure but a normal man who gave his life to save others. Thank you and God Bless you and all your loved ones. From Terri in PA - submitted: 8/27/2002 5:32:16 PM . . . . . . .
You had the courage, You were the willing, If it was not for you than the others would have been burning, Because of some people got to live, You sacraficed your life, You showed every one what a true HERO is!! Just a few days ago in scholl (art) we were drawing pictures of our heros and like the art teacher told us to have like a sports player or a actor or something. On September 11th YOU and all the other firefighters that sacrificed themselves showed me and the rest of the world a valuble lesson. WHAT A TRUE HEO IS. Thank you very much. I know you must be in heaven and watching over your family. They were very lucky to have someone like you. - submitted: 8/29/2002 9:25:16 AM . . . . . . .

Sankara Velamuri	63	Avenel, NJ United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
This man was a very humble and religious person who cared about his community. My parents were friends with him and his wife.I wish his wife all the best and hope she has found peace and solace.---a family friend from NJ - submitted: 9/18/2002 5:14:32 PM . . . . . . .

Jorge Velazquez	47	Passaic, NJ United States
World Trade Center - security guard, Morgan Stanley - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 7:53:31 AM . . . . . . .

Lawrence Veling	44	Gerritsen Beach, NY United States
World Trade Center - firefighter , New York Fire Department - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
we all miss your great smile and your big hellos - submitted: 10/16/2002 6:02:34 AM . . . . . . .
i cant even imagine some one with more courage than you. you are truly a hero. god bless - submitted: 2/22/2003 11:19:39 AM . . . . . . .

Anthony Mark Ventura	41	Middletown, NJ United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 7:54:00 AM . . . . . . .

David Vera	41	Brooklyn, NY United States
World Trade Center - Euro Brokers Inc. - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
Hi Daddy. It's your birthday and I couldn't help but look you up and see if anybody had remembered or written anything to you. I miss you more than you can possibly know and contrary to popular belief, it does not get easier as time goes by. It actually gets harder. Almost every day something happens that reminds me of. I hear your favorite songs, eat your favorite foods and watch your shows on tv. Every day I think I'm resembling you more and more. I love you very much and wish you a happy birthday wherever you are. Love, Jennica ravej10@yahoo.com - submitted: 8/4/2003 5:51:56 PM . . . . . . .
My prayers and thoughts go to all who lost loved ones in this tragic event. Jennica, I don't know how old you are and I can't even begin to imagine the pain you have been through and will endure because of the loss of your father. I understand the loss of a father - I lost mine 3 years ago, but not under the circumstances you lost your father. God can heal your pain if you only ask Him to take the pain away. It doesn't mean you have to forget about your father and it doesn't mean you won't miss him, but God healing your pain would mean your pain would go away. You and your family are now on my prayer list and I will continue to pray for you all daily. Gail Kilman - submitted: 9/11/2003 1:27:27 AM . . . . . . .
My God be with you, Mr. Vera, ALWAYS. And know that you live on in my heart and many others`. God Bless your soul! - submitted: 10/24/2006 6:54:59 PM . . . . . . .

Loretta A. Vero	51	Nanuet, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 7:55:53 AM . . . . . . .

Christopher Vialonga	30	Demerest, NJ United States
World Trade Center - foreign currency trader, Carr Futures - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
I think of you often, Chris, since you are the one person I knew personally who died on September 11th. You are in my thoughts, and I pray for your family every day. Katherine Meola Your classmate, S.U. '93 - submitted: 5/13/2002 2:20:08 PM . . . . . . .
Today I toasted a Manhattan in your honor as I shall every September 11th from here on out. You are not forgotten. -Braxton Miller, Eclipse Capital - submitted: 9/11/2002 11:48:08 PM . . . . . . .
- submitted: 9/8/2003 8:35:55 AM . . . . . . .

Matthew Gilbert Vianna	23	Manhasset, NY United States
World Trade Center - Cantor Fitzgerald - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
I was moved by the profile and picture of Matthew that appeared in the New York Times last November. The picture remains on my desk as a reminder of the untimely deaths of so many innocent people. It is clear from the profile that Matthew was a good person, with a great sense of humor. In many ways, the article reminded me of my son who is the same age. My heartfelt condolences go to the Vianna family. Matthew's spirit lives on. - submitted: 9/9/2002 11:58:00 AM . . . . . . .
To the family of Matthew Vianna, This is Kathleen I. Vianna-Keating. At this time I am especially thinking of you and Matthew. You are in my prayers always, especially as Set. 11th approaches. My father, John Vianna is not well. He is 83-years old now. My son Joseph is now 25 years old. I also grieve knowing that Matthew was the only son of our generation to carry-on the Vianna name. This is indeed very sad. May God Bless you always. Love, Kathy - submitted: 9/9/2007 6:06:36 PM . . . . . . .

Robert A. Vicario	40	Weehawken, NJ United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 7:57:17 AM . . . . . . .

Celeste Torres Victoria	41	Manhattan, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
God bless you and your family. You always be in our hearts. - submitted: 9/11/2002 9:17:48 PM . . . . . . .

Joanna Vidal	26	Yonkers, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 7:57:37 AM . . . . . . .
Lesbia and Family , you are forever in my prayers.... Cindy DeLeon - submitted: 9/10/2004 9:29:25 PM . . . . . . .
Missing you every day, always in our thoughts and prayers..... Hugo - submitted: 9/11/2006 7:49:26 PM . . . . . . .

Joseph Vincent Vigiano	34	Medford, NY United States
Detective--NYPD. Lost while attempting to save others at the World Trade Center. Rest in peace, my friend. - submitted: 7/26/2002 11:41:32 PM . . . . . . .
May you rest in peace - submitted: 9/9/2002 8:03:13 PM . . . . . . .
- submitted: 9/10/2002 11:13:38 PM . . . . . . .
May god bless you and your family - submitted: 2/22/2003 11:17:34 AM . . . . . . .
I am so sorry what happend to your sons mrs.v i miss you so much - submitted: 3/31/2004 1:26:29 PM . . . . . . .
Rest in peace. Thank you. - submitted: 4/6/2004 12:30:39 AM . . . . . . .
GOD BLESS YOU THANK YOU!!! A poster with you and your brother is proudly displayed in the MFD fire House! As well as a memorial locker with your gear right next to the front entrance so NO ONE Will EVER Forget What You DID!! - submitted: 9/11/2004 9:54:20 PM . . . . . . .
Hero for ever. I am a french policeman, and I come to New York to give a tribute for all policemen, firemen, and civilian who died . I never forget you. Stay in peace. TITI from the South of France. - submitted: 4/22/2005 3:20:41 PM . . . . . . .

John T. Vigiano II	36	West Islip, NY United States
World Trade Center - firefighter , New York Fire Department - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
To the mom and dad of the Vigiano brothers, I am Lorraine from Waldbaums and we hope the gifts we got you grandchildren brought a small smile to them during this terrible. Our prayers are with you. You can call our store anytime to say hello or just talk 631-351-3553 Love Lorraine Boccio Customer Service Waldbaums, Jericho Tpke. Huntington Station - submitted: 4/17/2002 6:56:33 PM . . . . . . .
My name iS Sasha and I've seen the basics of your life on Oprah: you will be greatly missed and you died doing what you love - submitted: 5/23/2002 6:46:05 AM . . . . . . .
God bless you - submitted: 9/9/2002 8:04:00 PM . . . . . . .
John we miss you so much. I live down the block from you and played hockey with you. thank you for inviting me to play Mike N - submitted: 8/3/2007 10:19:24 PM . . . . . . .

Frank J. Vignola, Jr.	44	Merrick, NY United States
World Trade Center - Cantor Fitzgerald - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
I knew him briefly - but that's to say I could tell he was an excellent husband and father! - submitted: 9/21/2003 5:06:16 PM . . . . . . .

Joseph B. Vilardo	42	Stanhope, NJ United States
World Trade Center - senior vice president, Cantor Fitzgerald - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
I love you daddy :) - submitted: 12/30/2001 9:06:56 PM . . . . . . .
- submitted: 8/25/2002 7:59:51 PM . . . . . . .
To all my patriotism to the family, i went to school with M & N.M, if you need nething...i'm a grade older than you, i'll b here if you want a shoulder to cry on.N, same w/ you even tho your older than me.:'( Even tho i didnt kno your dad, he'd want you to be strong! - submitted: 9/10/2002 2:50:12 PM . . . . . . .
I LOVE YOU MR VILARDO.... Joey - submitted: 9/10/2002 5:33:32 PM . . . . . . .
- submitted: 9/17/2002 5:37:26 PM . . . . . . .
Joey, We will never forget. We miss you and love you. Pat, Mary and Dylan - submitted: 9/11/2007 2:05:43 PM . . . . . . .
In deep deep respect...you are loved, but not lost and thought of often. Always in my heart and the heart of little phantoms. I miss you Joey and so do the others out there in the market...one of a kind. - submitted: 9/9/2008 11:45:46 PM . . . . . . .

Sergio Villanueva	33	Jackson Heights, NY United States
World Trade Center - firefighter , New York Fire Department - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
Latin America is very proud of you, you died as a hero in foreign lands. - submitted: 2/14/2002 9:29:01 PM . . . . . . .
I did not know you but I know your family who is so very proud of you. Thank you for being a hero. - submitted: 3/21/2002 1:56:11 PM . . . . . . .
Sergio, You were a great cop a great firefighter but most of all a great friend. We will all miss you very much until we meet again. Det. Thomas Reilly - submitted: 3/25/2002 12:19:40 PM . . . . . . .
You are missed. I wish I had stopped and said hello when we passed in the hallways of our apartment building more often. - submitted: 6/6/2002 5:05:49 PM . . . . . . .
Serge, thanks for all the laughs while we spent some truly miserable times together working in narcotics. Take care BIG DADDY...Det. Stephen R. Alu - submitted: 7/28/2002 7:57:40 PM . . . . . . .
Caught you and Steven hanging out once in a while with your dad Angelo and mom Delia at the old restaurant "Il Piccolo San Marino": Bayside NY,back in the day..either playing darts or joking around; you were a HERO to all..you will be truly missed forever....DMF - submitted: 9/3/2002 6:10:18 PM . . . . . . .
Sergio - you are missed by every single person you ever met. You were always there with a smile for everyone you came in contact with...AMA - submitted: 9/6/2002 2:30:14 PM . . . . . . .
A story about Mr. Villenueva was on the news. His brother, Steve, was a former meteorologist for Q13 news for the Puget Sound. Sergio was definitely a hero, and Steve and the rest of his family should be very proud. -david k. - submitted: 9/14/2002 3:55:18 PM . . . . . . .
Sergio Gabriel Villanueva was born on our country�s birthday, the 4th of July, 1968, in Bahia Blanca, Argentina. In early 1970, his parents brought him to the United States so that they could have a better life, and he was raised in Flushing, Queens, New York. They were committed to providing him, his younger brother, and sister with the best education and a strong sense of themselves, community, and family. He joined the NYPD in 1992, and worked in the 46th precinct of the Bronx for much of his early career. It was a job that he loved and for which he was very respected - he received numerous medals and commendations and was promoted to detective in 1998, while working in Manhattan South Narcotics. He joined the New York Fire Department in February 2000, and started his probationary period at Engine 4 at the South Street Seaport. He then went to Ladder 132 in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, and quickly found his place among several career firefighters. He also was the proud owner of a gift shop with his fianc�e, and worked there with her when he was off duty. He loved New York, loved the diversity of its people, and was a true blue Met fan. He also proudly played for the FDNY soccer team, and scored the winning goal at their season's opener two days before the tragedy. He has always been, and always will be, a hero to everyone who knew him, and he and the rest of the men and women who so valiantly gave their lives will never be forgotten. - submitted: 1/7/2003 6:45:13 PM . . . . . . .
Sergio:encontre la pagina de casualidad y busque los argentinos que habian fallecido aquel tragico dia,Dios te tenga en la gloria y puedas descansar en paz junto a todos los fallecidos,saliste en los noticieros de tu pais como un heroe,descansa en paz hermano ! - submitted: 9/16/2014 12:50:21 AM . . . . . . .

Chantal Vincelli	38	Harlem, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 8:01:38 AM . . . . . . .

Melissa Vincent	28	Hoboken, NJ United States
World Trade Center - recruiter, Alliance Consulting Group - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
Melissa and I were sorority sisters from college. I used to see her in Hoboken as well. The night before the tragedy I saw her at the gym. I wish I had taken more time in speaking with her that night. We had made tentative plans to meet for lunch that following week. I think about Melissa almost every day. I wish her family peace. Lauren Miller - submitted: 9/4/2002 2:09:50 PM . . . . . . .
Melissa and I were in elementary school together. A friend who didn't know her told me she had passed shortly after the attack. I have pictures of us together at my 9th grade birthday party. Though I haven't seen her in over twenty years, I think of her often, and hope her family is able to come to peace. God bless her. - submitted: 8/14/2004 6:14:56 PM . . . . . . .
Dear Mr. Vincent: I hope some day that you read this, as I have wished for over three and a half years that I would one day be able to share this with you. My company I worked for back in 2001 transferred me to their Manhattan office, just a block away from the WTC, one week before 9/11. I didn't know anyone except my coworkers, and was alone in the office that day. Because I didn't have anyone to share the experience with, I struggled for a long time with the terrible things I witnessed. In the days following, I spent a lot of time holed up in my room watching the news coverage on TV. A few times I ventured out and walked around Hoboken. The posters with Melissa's picture grabbed my attention, and I saw you on TV. It seemed that you found every news camera, and put yourself in front of it to try to find Melissa. For some reason, your daughter became the person who represented that tragedy for me, the one who made it real, and helped in a grieving process where I had no one specific to grieve for. I read as much as I could about your daughter, and from what I learned, I feel she was the type of person I would have, could have, become friends with. For some reason, she was the one who unlocked the door to healing from the nightmares that followed. I know my experience, and the nightmares that followed, pale in comparison to the grief that day has caused you, and there is no way anyone can honestly tell you, �I know how you feel.� I just wanted to thank you, and to let you know how much your daughter meant to someone who had never met her. I wish you, and your family, peace. With the highest regards, Jennifer Navarret - submitted: 4/15/2005 6:36:19 AM . . . . . . .
iM sorry it happened to her - submitted: 9/1/2011 5:49:08 AM . . . . . . .

Francine A. Virgilio	48	New York, NY United States
World Trade Center - vice president, Aon Corp. - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
She was a beautiful friend, kind and well know, i will miss her very much. lenny c - submitted: 9/11/2003 12:57:12 PM . . . . . . .

Lawrence Virgilio	38
World Trade Center - firefighter, New York Fire Department - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
Thank you for your bravery and courage, and your sacrifice, for which the world shall be forever indebted to you. - submitted: 1/3/2002 7:22:39 AM . . . . . . .
Larry...we grew up together like brother and sister. Our families became one through the years. I miss you terribly. Thank you for all of the wonderful memories ! I love you...Danielle - submitted: 7/18/2002 5:17:53 AM . . . . . . .
I still love you - submitted: 12/5/2003 10:22:22 AM . . . . . . .
Lawwrence, Anne and I are going to a tree planting ceremony at the end of September. I'll bring some pictures of you and put them on a tree, in your honor. Instead of getting easier, I think life without you is getting more difficult. Say some prayers for us down here. ok... We could use them. I love you and miss you... Tommy. - submitted: 8/24/2009 3:44:18 PM . . . . . . .

Joseph G. Visciano	22	Staten Island, NY United States
World Trade Center - Keefe, Bruyette & Woods - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
Joe, we may have had the best time at BC anyone could have. Thanks for the memories. You are greatly missed. Brad - submitted: 8/12/2002 11:57:36 AM . . . . . . .
Joe, I miss the times we had, and it kills me to know that we can never have them again. I miss you so much, and I hope someday I can see you again. Mallack - submitted: 8/22/2002 1:47:12 PM . . . . . . .
I wanted to announce that we have set up a Scholarship in Joseph Visciano's name to Msgr Farrell. We are having a Dinner/Dance to support our efforts on Joe's Birthday Feb 25,2003 at the Excelsior Grand Please call 718-966-3576 for ticket information. We love you Joe and we miss you more than you 'll ever know� Love always, Billy - submitted: 1/18/2003 5:38:59 PM . . . . . . .

Balasubramanian Viswanathan	32	New York, NY United States
- submitted: 8/7/2002 2:44:30 PM . . . . . . .
You and Deepika will not be forgotten. I hope you and your younger sister can look down and forgive humanity for ending your lives. You are a hero, and you will never be forgotten. God Bless. - submitted: 9/14/2002 3:57:14 PM . . . . . . .
Our heart goes to your family, we lost our beautiful Son, and i can only imagine what it is to loose 2 children at the same time. God bless you and your loved ones. - submitted: 1/18/2003 10:52:16 PM . . . . . . .

Deepika Viswanathan	30	New York, NY United States
- submitted: 8/7/2002 2:46:07 PM . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 8:03:05 AM . . . . . . .
we still miss you... - submitted: 2/2/2012 10:25:54 AM . . . . . . .

Joshua S. Vitale	28	Great Neck, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 8:03:29 AM . . . . . . .
God Bless you and every hero who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. - submitted: 8/10/2008 2:58:23 PM . . . . . . .

Richard Vito	54	Manalapan, NJ United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 10/3/2001 8:39:31 AM . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 8:03:53 AM . . . . . . .

Lynette D. Vosges	48	New York, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 8:04:16 AM . . . . . . .

Garo H. Voskerijian	43	Valley Stream, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 8:04:39 AM . . . . . . .

Alfred Vukosa	37	Brooklyn, NY United States
World Trade Center - submitted: 8/19/2002 . . . . . . .
You are not forgotten... - submitted: 8/29/2004 8:04:56 AM . . . . . . .
we miss you Alfred... - submitted: 2/2/2012 10:26:21 AM . . . . . . .