Old Memories

08/07/2026

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Salvatore A. Fiumefreddo was born on March 17, 1956 and lived in Manalapan, NJ. He most commonly went by the nickname, Sal. He had a son, Anthony, who was 11 years old at the time of Sal’s passing. Sal had been divorced for years and had given up on finding another partner when he met his sweetheart, Joan Chang Fiumefreddo, who shared the same situation. It was love at first sight. Joan remembered, “He had the most beautiful blue eyes and incredible head of black hair.” Two weeks later, a friend got them together at a backyard barbecue, and six weeks after that, they were flying to Las Vegas to get married. Sal and Joan were married on September 29, 2000. They lived together in Manalapan, with Joan’s daughter, Rebecca, who was 7 years old. Sal loved cooking and could make spaghetti sauce and pizza from scratch.

Sal worked as a telephone technician for IPC Kleinknect Electric Company. On the morning of September 11, 2001, Sal was assigned to a job helping Cantor Fitzgerald at their 105th floor office in the World Trade Center’s North Tower. On the morning of September 11, 2001, Sal was working on the 105th floor when Flight 11 struck the North Tower, leaving his floor and all of Cantor’s offices above the impassable impact zone. Unfortunately, no one working at Cantor Fitzgerald’s offices survived the attack, including Sal. Though his life was sadly cut short on September 11th, Sal’s vibrant spirit lives on forever in love, memory, and legacy. He will never be forgotten.

, WE WILL NEVER FORGET. ❤️🕊

07/25/2026

Rest in peace hero FDNY Rick Tanagretta (RET) from Rescue Co 5 who died Monday from 9/11 related cancer. Rick put up a hell of a fight against 9/11 cancer, but he has now joined the brothers on the top floor. Always honored. Never forgotten.

07/05/2026

"The South Tower begins its collapse at 9:59 a.m. on September 11, 2001.

A violent explosion of steel, concrete, and dust surges outward as the building comes crashing down, sending debris flying through the air.
This raw image captures the terrifying power of the moment — the second tower falling just 56 minutes after being struck.
A devastating sight that still shocks the heart.

We remember every life lost that day with the deepest sorrow and respect."

07/05/2026

A lit evening of the Twin Towers — their golden windows glowing against the deepening blue sky, the city alive with light and movement below. A timeless, peaceful view of the skyline we once knew so well. We remember the beauty, the life, and the souls that filled those towers every night. Never forget. 🌻

07/05/2026

"Today, we honor the memory of Deborah Welsh, who lost his life on September 11, 2001, at the World Trade Center.

Deborah, or Debby as her friends and family knew her, had been a flight attendant since 1972. She enjoyed her job and loved traveling the world and meeting new people. At six feet tall, she had a strong presence in the cabin of a plane. Debby Welsh loved traveling and embracing new cultures. She had been from Machu Pichu to the northern lights in her travels.

Her family and colleagues remember how she often wore a pillbox-style hat on each flight with her United Airlines uniform. The sailor-style hat was unique and allowed Debby to show her flare. She was known for changing her hair on a whim or wearing wild clothing. Debby loved people and would often care for those in her neighborhood who weren’t as fortunate, giving out food or warm clothing.

On September 11, 2001, Deborah Welsh switched schedules at the last minute and boarded Flight 93 as the lead flight attendant or purser. Debby cared for first-class passengers and communicated with the cockpit. During the hijacking, she would have been in the front of the plane. The actions of each of the passengers and crew aboard Flight 93 prevented mass loss of life in the nation’s capital, we honor their memory every day here at Flight 93 National Memorial.
Image: Deborah Welsh in Flight Attendant uniform. NPS Image"

07/04/2026

"A 9/11 photo that still stops you cold.
From a rooftop in Lower Manhattan, this rare angle captures the North Tower standing tall against a perfect blue sky — while an apocalyptic plume of smoke engulfs its upper floors.
The streets below look almost normal at first glance… until you notice the tiny figures of people frozen in place, staring upward.
A haunting, seldom-seen frame that reminds us just how sudden and overwhelming that morning became.
We remember every angle. Every witness. Every moment.
Never forget."

07/04/2026

Firefighter James Raymond Coyle of Ladder Company 3 grew up in Marine Park, Brooklyn, and lived in Bensonhurst. The grandson of firefighters, he joined the FDNY in 2000 and was planning a vacation to Chicago on September 11. That morning he responded to the World Trade Center. Today a white rose rests at his name on the 9/11 Memorial in honor of what would have been his 52nd birthday. We remember his service, his sacrifice, and the life he lived with courage. Never forget.

07/04/2026

"September 11, 2001, began as an ordinary morning and became a day that changed the course of history forever. The World Trade Center, standing tall as a symbol of progress and unity, was suddenly transformed into a place of unimaginable loss. In a matter of moments, thousands of innocent lives were taken, dreams were silenced, and families were left with a grief that time can never fully erase. The shock of that day echoed far beyond New York City, reaching every corner of the world.
As fear and confusion filled the air, courage rose to meet it. Firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and emergency responders ran toward the danger when others were forced to flee. They climbed endless stairways, carried the injured, comforted the frightened, and stood firm in the face of uncertainty. Many made the ultimate sacrifice, not for recognition, but out of duty and love for humanity. Their bravery remains one of the most powerful examples of selflessness the world has ever known.
Inside the chaos, ordinary people became extraordinary. Strangers helped one another without question. Acts of kindness, compassion, and unity shone through the darkness. In one of humanity’s darkest hours, the strength of the human spirit revealed itself in the most profound way.
Though the Twin Towers fell, their meaning did not disappear with them. The memory of those lost lives on through stories, memorials, and the hearts of those who remember. They were more than names—they were parents, children, friends, and loved ones, each with a life that mattered deeply.
Today, we pause not only to mourn, but to honor. We remember the lives lost, the heroes who gave everything, and the families who continue to carry their legacy forward. September 11 is a reminder of loss, but also of unity, resilience, and hope. The World Trade Center may no longer stand, but the courage and humanity shown that day will stand forever.
We remember. We honor. We will never forget. 🕊️"

07/04/2026

The North Tower burning at 8:48 a.m. on September 11, 2001 — smoke pouring from the impact zone while the South Tower still stood untouched. In these first minutes, the full horror was only beginning to unfold above. We carry the memory of every life lost that day.

07/04/2026

The South Tower collapsing in a thunderous roar unleashed a gigantic cloud of smoke and debris that swallowed the streets of Manhattan on September 11. This view from below captures the terrifying scale of that moment when everything changed forever — we remember the horror and honor every life lost with heavy hearts and will never forget.