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Lillian Caceres Obituary
It's very easy for Lillian Caceres's family to envision her as an angel in heaven. She was very warm and friendly, the kind of sister who would sit at the bedside of someone who was ill or lend a patient ear to someone's problems, said her younger sister Aurea de la Cruz. For 22 years Ms. Caceres, 48, made a point of incorporating her belief in Christ into her daily life, and shared her faith with family and friends, sometimes giving Bibles as gifts.
And then there's the video.
On Sept. 10, Ms. Caceres appeared in a play at Gateway Cathedral, a nondenominational church in Staten Island where she taught Sunday school and sang in the choir. In the play, "Heaven's Gates and Hell's Flames," Ms. Caceres was one of the angels who greet people in heaven after they have died in such calamities as a car crash, a plane crash or a building collapse. "It was profound," said Ms. de la Cruz, "because the theme of that whole play is you have to be ready for Christ."
On Sept. 11, Ms. Caceres, a technology administrator, was at her desk at Marsh & McLennan at 8 a.m. It was her 11-year-old daughter's first week back at school; Ms. Caceres had asked for the early shift so she could meet her daughter at 4 o'clock.
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Cindy Roe
September 3, 2021
Remembering Lillian on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
The Kindred Family
December 21, 2019
Sending our continued heartfelt condolences to your family. Words will never remove your pain of loss but please remember that others do care. Lillian is still very sadly missed but will be always remembered lovingly.
ROBERT EDWARDS
November 7, 2019
I was employed AIG
Lillian was my supervisor.She was a warm hearted loving and caring woman
My deepest condolences go out to her family on this 19th year anniversary of her untimely passing.I have never forgotten her memory.RIP Lillian.
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Sarah De la Cruz
September 11, 2019
We miss you forever and always. You will forever be in our thoughts and I cannot wait till we all meet again. I know that you are up there with your mom, sister and brother and of corse my brother❤. I love you titi
Del Newberry
September 28, 2018
Wow, what an incredible life story, and a reminder to all of us that we never know when we will be called home to heaven. I pray for Lillian's family today, her memory is with us forever and she is still a great testimony. Much love from Texas,
Harlee Luikart
September 16, 2018
rest in peace beautiful angel❤
Quay Hanna
September 9, 2016
This message is for Joanna Caceres:
My name is Quay Hanna and I am participating in an event this weekend in NYC called a Goruck, which will be in remembrance of the 9/11 attacks. We will spend 12 hours hiking more than 22 miles and engaging in extreme physical fitness challenges as a way to show our appreciation to the U.S. Military and the nation's first responders. This particular event is also a time of reflection for all those who lost their lives in the attack. Every participant is asked to honor the memory of someone who died that day and I have chosen your mother, Lillian. Although I did not have any relatives that perished in the attacks, I am a fellow follower of Jesus, thus your mom is my sister-in-Christ. Additionally, my wife recommitted her life to Jesus after watching a production of "Heaven's gate and Hell's flames" here in PA, so that is an added connection I felt with your mom's story. I will have her picture pinned to my backpack and will be giving a small verbal tribute to her at some point during the event. She is gone, but not forgotten; eternally blissful with her Savior. Thank you for allowing me to honor your mother in this way.
Jean Brown
September 11, 2015
You were a unique and rare individual. I will never forget your love and acceptance. Saint of God pray for us!
Jose Ramos
September 11, 2015
She was a great person who is missed dearly we love you May GOD hold you and bless you
Hilda de la Cruz
February 27, 2015
not a day goes by i dont think about you, long to speak to you! i cant wait yo see each other again!! love your baby sis
Ana Huaman
February 14, 2015
Hey lillan I'm on if ur mother true d for school I did a report on u thanks for what did u did I love u god bless u❤
Sally Garmann
August 8, 2014
I'm sure you are an angel
Barbara Boam
May 6, 2014
I walked a mile for you (mile #290) on 5/6/14 as a dedication to your life.
Margaretta Delgado
September 11, 2013
Lillian, Thinking of you today on the anniversary of 911. You will always live in my heart.
September 11, 2013
Lillian, i miss you so much. Always thinking of you. Love you, your brother, Freddie :)
Jim Deane
September 13, 2012
Once again I find my thoughts this time of year wandering to Lillian, her family and friends.. prayers for all you. Lillian, may you always rest in the shadow of the Almighty.. surrounded by the light, love and warmth of our God in the great beyond.. and may the hurting hearts here in this place find some peace knowing that you're there.. may your beauty and kindness live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved you.
September 11, 2012
Thinking of you and your family! Rest in God's light!
September 11, 2012
Lillian. I really miss you! Love you always. Freddie
JONI ROSADO
January 1, 2012
LILLIAN IT HAS BEEN TEN YEARS SINCE YOU DEPARTED THIS EARTH AND I STILL MISS YOU AND REMEMBER YOU EVERYDAY...YOU WILL BE IN MY HEART FOREVER...JONI ROSADO,MIAMI FLORIDA 305-438-8374
Jessica LaSalle
September 13, 2011
Titi Lillian (as always referred to you since little) - of the many years that passed by seems like 2011 reminded me tremendously of you. I am now the Human Resources Coordinator for the September 11th Families Association and I see your picture every single day I enter the WTC Tribute Center. I can still hear your voice when I last seen you at Pathmark just one whole week before God saw fit for you to be with HIM! I can remember you telling me that I shouldn't have been purchasing the entenmann's cake and that eating healthier means living longer!!! Well I haven't put those entenmann's down, but I shaved off a couple of pounds since you last seen me.....Love Ya
Angela Dunn
September 11, 2011
Miss U Much, Coworker of Lillian (AIG)
Diana Alicea
September 10, 2011
My titi Lillian is a beautiful angel. I miss you and I love you...you are forever in my heart.
D Reyes
September 8, 2011
Dearest Lillian:
It's almost ten years since that terrible day, but I can honestly tell you that, aside from being an incredible friend, your love for Christ is one of the most cherished memories I have of you. Your beautiful face, and the arms you held out to give a warm embrace to whomever came your way bring a smile to my spirit. These are the memories I have of you! These are the things I choose to remember you by. I pray your family has gained some peace, and I pray that all those who love and remember you will honor you by loving one another in the way you showed that Christ loved them! God bless you in heaven, Lillian....love and miss you!
diana perez
July 8, 2011
i was thinking about you today i am really missing you. i feel so down and you always had a way to take me out of the house when i felt this way. you are so missed. wish you were here.ill see you on the cross walk. love you.
Lillian and me Staten Island 1975/76
Hilda de la Cruz
November 8, 2010
HILDA DE LA CRUZ
November 6, 2010
I MISS YOU SOOOO MUCH MY DEAR SISTER, AND I KNOW THAT WE WILL MEET AGAIN. BUT, THE HOLE MY HEART IS SOOO DEEP, I DON'T THINK IT WILL EVER FILL UP AGAIN! MAN, I WANNA TALK TO YOU SOOOOO BAD!! ALL I CAN DO IS WRITE ON THIS WALL SHARING MY GRIEF FOR YOU! LOVE YOU LILLIAN!!!! MALITZA 9of9
September 11, 2010
titi lillian...i love and miss you dearly, you will always be in my heart
love you always,
diana alicea
Efrain de la Cruz
September 11, 2010
Lillian. I am always thinking of you. Thank you for you have done for our family. Love you alway! Freddie
Nivia Ruiz-Dyall
September 11, 2010
Always remembering you at family functions and having talks with you. You were a great woman. Rest in peace.
Gloria LaSalle
September 11, 2010
Peace for the World
diana perez
September 11, 2010
she was a wonderful person, and a loving mom. she was always there for me. i miss the good times we had. and i will never ever for get who she was. she will always be in my heart.
Aurea de la Cruz-Wangerien
September 10, 2010
Dear Lillian, you are gone from this earth, but not from our hearts. You are thought of everyday. We know you are in a better place. Tomorrow is September 11th; we will never forget, never.
I love you and miss you too, you are a part of who I am.
Love you always, your sister Aurea 5 of 9.
Evelyn Alicea
September 10, 2010
Lillian, It been nine years, but to me it seen like yesterday that mom and i were there spending the weekend with you. We had alots of fun those couple days. I miss you. When i hear a goldie on the radio i think of us. where we lived and what we were doing. tears come to my eyes, good old days. love you always sis 1-9
MISS YOU LIL!
HILDA DE LA CRUZ
September 8, 2010
Malitza de la Cruz
June 11, 2010
I really wish this was an actual email to my beautiful sister...I speak to her everyday and she speaks to me...
I'm often told how much I keep looking like you and it brings me such joy...I hear your laugh sometimes in mine and I feel your facial expressions too! I miss you so much and I miss your daughter....I keep praying Lillian. your babysis 9 of 9 Malitza
Gloria LaSalle
March 19, 2010
Dedicated for one of God's Angels!
Gloria LaSalle
March 19, 2010
Lillian, Happy Belated Birthday! We shared some wonderful memories together. We always told everyone we were cousins even though we were not by blood but by the love of our families starting with your Abuela (madrina to me)and Mami as best friends. I keep a picture of you and Joanna in my office next to a picture of the Towers. I remember all our times together....the laughter and times we just were there for one another. You visited my dreams twice and it was so nice to see you.... I trully miss you my cousin.....I know we will meet again in a beautiful and wonderful place.... HEAVEN. I will always love you and treasure our wonderful memories. Give my love to all our love ones in heaven with you. You are truly an ANGEL!! You will always be in My Heart! Love your cousin Gloria of Staten Island
Jessica Keller
January 14, 2010
Happy Birthday Ms. Lillian Caceres, I'm a friend of JoJo's and even though I didn't have the pleasure of meeting you, I'm 100% positive that you are so proud of her, I'm so lucky to be able to get to know her (and dance with her!!) Me and JoJo have fun memories together, and I'm glad that she has a beautiful gardian angel in heaven :)Love ya JoJO :P
January 14, 2010
Lillian Happy Happy 57th Birthday. Mom and I bought a cake sang Happy Birhtday. We are haveing it with coffee later on. We so miss you so much. We love you forever. sis 1-9
Lisa Grissler
December 2, 2009
I was sitting at home and I decided to visit this site. We were so little when Titi Lillian was taken from us, yet i rmember everything about her! But most of all I remember how much she loved and adored my little sister(cousin) Joanna. I know in my heart that she is so proud of the woman that you have become Jo! I miss you titi and keep you in my heart everyday!!
Joanna Caceres
September 29, 2009
For some reason i couldnt sleep tonight. So i decided to read all the stories of my mom. it always makes me feel better reading about her. I picture her in the angel costume from heavens gates and hells flames. I guess you can say its not a costume anymore. Its her uniform...lol. Well i just want to thank everyone for the what they write and let everyone know that I do read it and i appreciate it. I miss you mommy...always in my heart!
your daughter
Joanna
September 19, 2009
You were heavily on my mind..just wanna say i love you. I saw joanna, she came to visit me. You would be so proud of her, Lillian. She is strong, independent, beautiful and has a good head on her shoulders. She is in college doing well. I am very proud of her and i know you are too.
love and miss ya
your niece,
diana alicea
SFC Patrick Roach
September 11, 2009
Although I never met Lillian I feel as though I have been touched by her through her brother Efrain. His passion for family and unity is infectious. I can see how much he admired Lillian through his converstaion and rememberance of her. Lillian had a an everlasting impact on Efrain which in turn transferred over to me. To all the knew Lillian I mourn your loss, God Speed.
Doug Abraham
January 15, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
stephanie delacruz
September 17, 2008
Lillian
there are no words to describe the pain of lossing you, we miss the joy you brought into our lives.
love juan and stephanie
p.s hey Joanna
Tina
September 14, 2008
Thinking of you on the anniversary of september the 11th.This song is for your family " happy together " by the Turtles.
god bless
Jim
September 13, 2008
I lived in N.J. at the time and had been to the WTC many times. That day, I was visiting my mother in VA and just getting ready to take a friend from NJ into Wash.DC for the day...when we saw it all happen on the news. What I saw and what I felt put me in shock. When i think about that day for more than a few moments, I break down from feeling the sorrow and anguish that families and friends feel all the time. Tonight, I saw Lillians picture...and I'm moved once again. What a lovely lady...and you can see the 'angel' in her eyes. To her family and daughter, my deepest and warmest regards. And to all of you, know that she is with you always...close your eyes and let the tears come.. think of her face, her smile, her heart...let it put a smile on your face..and with an open heart feel her love from beyond...some day, she will greet you with open arms again.
September 13, 2008
In Christ, death has no victory. May the Lord Jesus richly bless your family with peace each day and the knowledge, you walk upon golden streets in heaven. God Bless you Lillian
Efrain de la Cruz
September 11, 2008
Lillian
I miss you. When ever I am faced with a difficult task, I think of you. It gives me the strength to over come it. I love you, I miss you very much. Love Freddie (7 of 9).
AVAMARIE PATRICK
September 11, 2008
OH LILLIAN I'VE BEEN READING THESE BEAUTIFUL TRIBUTES TO YOU FOR THE PAST 5 YEARS AND NOW WANT TO ADD TO THEM. I MET YOU AND YOUR SISTER COOKIE 30 YEARS AGO WHEN I WAS 16. WE HAD A BALL - WE LAUGHED TOGETHER, WE PLAYED PADDLEBALL TOGETHER, WENT TO CLUBS TOGETHER AND HAD MANY OF THE SAME FRIENDS. I'M ALWAYS SORRY FOR MY LOSS AND HEARTBROKEN FOR YOUR FAMILY'S LOSS. AS THE SONG SANG TODAY AT THE CEREMONY "I DO REMEMBER YOU". YOU WERE SO LOVELY WITH A SPIRIT FILLED WITH LOVE AND UNDERSTANDING. EVERY CHRISTMAS I MISS YOUR GIFTS OF FRESH SOFRITO, HOMEMADE PASTELES AND MOST OF ALL - I REMEMBER YOU. JOANNA IS YOUR DAUGHTER AND THOUGH I HAVENT SEEN HER IN YEARS, I IMAGINE THAT SHE IS SO LOVELY AND CARRIES HER MAMA IN HER HEART, IN HER THOUGHTS, IN HER INSTINCTS AND IN HER DECISIONS. COOKIE I REMEMBER HOW CLOSE YOU AND LIL WERE, AND I SMILE. I LOST MY SISTER LAST YEAR AND I DO COMPREHEND THE MAGNITUDE OF YOUR PAIN AND LOSS. FEEL COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT SO MANY REMEMBER YOU WHEN THEY REMEMBER LIL. GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU WELL AND SAFE. AVA
Angela Dunn
June 25, 2008
I want to leave this message for Joanna. Congraluation !! Finishing High School, Your Mother would've been so proud of you, or should I say she is proud of you, she is that Angel who has been carrying. Good Luck and Best wishes, As I know you will do well. Keep making your mother proud. If you should ever need any thing please contact me. I work with your mother at AIG. You and my daughter would play together when she brought you to the office.
Aurea de la Cruz
January 14, 2008
Happy Birthday Lillian, I know you are having a great party in Heaven, can't wait to see you again.
We love and miss you.
Love Cookie - 5 of 9
marina Caceres
January 9, 2008
Titi Lilian,
I miss you even on steptember 11 of every year I cry. When i watch video's of the collapse i have to look away.Even though i didnt know you well i feel like i knew you my whole life. I am greatful to have my mom but i do miss you and love you.
Ground Zero 11 Spetember 2002. Lillian in photo (2 of 9), Juan (L:6 of 9), Malitza (9 of 9) and Freddie (7 of 9)
September 23, 2007
Ground Zero 11 Spetember 2002
September 23, 2007
Ground Zero 11 Spetember 2002
September 23, 2007
Ground Zero 11 September 2002. Juan, Malitza and Freddie at Lilian's Memorial
September 23, 2007
Ground Zero 11 September, 2002.
September 23, 2007
September 22, 2007
Lillian we miss and love you.
Freddie
7 of 9
Evelyn Alicea
September 11, 2007
Its pass midnight Sept. 11 2007,Lillian I miss you. It been six year and to me it like it was yesterday.Every year I would go into your legacy and read the tributes of family or person that know you and love you, but I could not get my self to write anything. To me you were at home with Jo.Thats what I wanted to think,but with the faith of God and knowing that you are one of his ANGELS and happy in the place you wanted to be that make me happy and content. The last two days we spend with you and Jo before we lost you we all had great fun days. Mom and I talk often about it and laugh. I very happy to have had those two days with you and Jo. I love and miss you so much that often I think of our childhood and adventures and I will always treasure those memories.
LOVE YOU ALWAYS AND FOREVER you will always be our guarding ANGEL
your sister Evelyn 1-9
Kristine
October 19, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Nancy Hellmuth
September 12, 2006
I never knew you, Lillian, but I know your baby sister, Malitza! And I know how much you mean to her! I have cried with her, and without her, when thinking of you! You are missed by a lot of people! Thank you for being such a great big sister to a wonderful friend of mine!!
Amanda Eymer
September 11, 2006
Lillian was a great person, she had a heart of gold. My parents were close friends with her. I remember one time, she came over for my birhtday and gave me jeans with little bows on the bottoms. They didn't fit really well. But I liked them. It's hard to think she's gone. I miss her always.
Forever in my heart and my family's
We love you!
Dora
September 11, 2006
Hey Lillian!!!
They said your name today.....it's the last time they'll be doing that from the WTC site - at least the way it is now....Your name was spoken yet again into the air...and once again, i held my breath. Next time, your name will be called from a place that will be changing, and the ultimately, much more beautiful.
Your smile still lingers in my memory, and I remember your voice, and how you looked in that production of "Heavens Gates" at Gateway. How fitting. I know where you are my friend.
God Bless you and your friends and family....Happy Birthday in Heaven!!
elizabeth reyes
September 4, 2006
Lillian, you are truly missed by all of us and love you so much. You are always in our hearts and we know that God has you under his arms and that you are having a celebration with the lord. You will always be looked upon as our angel, we love you. God bless you
P Tabbernor
September 1, 2006
In remembrance....
ANGELA DUNN
July 10, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Aurea de la Cruz
January 15, 2006
I know it is pass midnight, but I still want to say "Happy Birthday Lillian". We miss you.
Love your sister, Aurea 5 of 9
Aurea de la Cruz
November 16, 2005
Dear Lillian, today I am especially happy. I got on the site and there was a beautiful journal from Joanna. It feeled my heart with joy. I am happy to read that she feels your presence. We love Joanna and we missed her. We look forward to one day seeing a part of you again. Joanna is always in our prayers. You left such a gift. We love and miss you and Ruben too. Your sister, Aurea 5 of 9
joanna caceres
November 13, 2005
It has been 4 years and there has not been a day that i dont think about her or look at her picture. but everytime i go to school or dance or sing i know she's there watching me, guiding me to do the right thing. I love you mom! Love your daughter Joanna.
Dora Reyes
September 12, 2005
Hi Lillian!
I kind of held my breath yesterday when they were calling the names out during the tribute. As soon as they mentioned all the names of those I knew, I would let out my breath. I guess there is still a lot of tension there. I know that healing has taken place--its what we've all been praying for. Somehow though, when it comes to 9/11, and you see all those names that are being read aloud, and the pictures sometimes flash; well it brings the reality of what happened even closer. All those names get their moment in the air....there are so many. It is sometimes difficult to handle. I know that you are in Paradise with the Savior, but you are missed. I saw my parent's photo album from a few years back, I think it was from pumpkin picking. You were sitting in the wagon, and then later cooking....as usual! You were so happy and beautiful, but I know you are even moreso now. Happy Birthday in Heaven!
diana alicea
September 11, 2005
lillian, i want you to know how much you are loved and missed. You are always in my heart and you will never be forgotten. you are a beautiful angel and i feel better knowing that you are in heaven watching over us.
love always,
diana alicea and dj allen
aurea de la cruz
February 26, 2005
Dear Lillian, another year has gone by, and I celebrated my birthday without you. I think of you every day, there is not one day that you and Ruben do not come to my mind. I think of our times together. And I often wonder how I live on without you both. God has been good to us this year and the family is healing the lost, but never forgotten - never. We will always miss you and you are always a part of our lives. See you in Heaven. Love your sister, Aurea 5 of 9
Jim Janes
January 20, 2005
Lovely Lillian. I met Lillian at family functions many years ago. I thought she was not only beautiful but genuinely kind. A real lady.
Freddy De Schutter
December 12, 2004
It does heart pain what has happened on 11 September 2001.
Our sympathy is prayed and with you.
Maryann eymer
September 11, 2004
Lillian was a good friend . When i took care of Joanna during the summer months,After work we shared good times together.We even sang in the church choir together, I will truly miss her to, my dear friend love Maryann.
Nancy (Jeannie) Doyle (Tyler)
September 11, 2004
I didn't personally know Lillian but one of her sister's Malitza is a very dear friend of mine. I just want to say on this third anniversary of her death that my thoughts and prayers are with her family and the 1000's of others and I KNOW she is in heaven given her love of the Lord and her actions while on earth.
Dora Reyes
September 11, 2004
To Lillian's family:
I think of Lillian often, and a smile always comes to my lips when I think of her. Today, as they read her name during the tribute, I didn't cry, I smiled and thanked God that she is home. Celebrate her life and the joy that still lingers from her simple, yet powerful impact on everyone she came into contact with. God Bless you and your family!
love
Dora Reyes
Gateway Cathedral
Orlando Gines
September 11, 2004
I will forever remember Lillian. We worked at AIG for so many years and she was special. Wow, she invited me so many times to her departmental Christmas Party and I always went to a good party. May GOD bless the family and may you RIP. Besos & hugs.
Aurea de la Cruz
February 16, 2004
Dear Lillian, My birthday just passed and I missed you. I think about you everyday and know you are in Heaven with Ruben. Time has passed by, but the memory of that day will never be forgotten. I still can't believe you were a part of that day. Somehow I know you did not suffer, God has given me that peace. But I still miss you and and you are still a part of my life. I know I will see you in Heaven.
Love your sister, Aurea 5 of 9
Dora Reyes
December 30, 2003
Dear Lillian:
I wanted to write to you today and let you know that I still think about you, and the effect you had on all of us. Your walk with the Lord was evident to all who met you,and I know that you are walking with Him in paradise!
I wanted to wish all of your family and friends a very Merry Christmas, to remember to carry that feeling of love every day of the year, and to wish you all a very blessed New Year. May it be filled with health, happiness, love and peace of mind.
Lots of love and then some,
Dora Reyes
JONNY rosado
December 10, 2003
AS A YOUNGSTER GROWING UP IN NEW JERSEY, LILLIAN WAS THE LOVE OF MY LIFE, AND HER PASSING HAS LEFT ME IN DEEP SORROW, SHE WAS A WONDERFUL AND CARING YOUNG WOMAN, AND I WILL ALWAYS CARRY HER IN MY HEART AND MEMORIES. GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN, LILLIAN,WE WILL MEET IN HEAVEN SOME DAY.MY CONDOLENCES TO HER FAMILY.
Malitza
September 24, 2003
I just want to thank those for your thoughts and prayers. I know my sister Lillian de la Cruz-Caceres is with the Lord, but our family is hurting over losing her and our brother Ruben, who died 6 months after her. I know they are together. I miss you guys very much! your baby sis 9 of 9.
Marina Raaijmakers
September 18, 2003
To the family Caceres,
I am only a fellow filipina from Europe. When the tragedy happened I knew that there were many filipino casualties because they always say, "everywhere in the world you can always meet filipino's". I cried when I saw what happened that terrible day and I have no sister or brother who died during 911 but my heart ache until now as I read all the stories of 911 casualties. I found three surnames that belongs to filipino's. I read their stories, as I said before my heart ached for the love ones.
To Lilian, Grace and Marlyn. May you all rest in peace.
DORA REYES
September 12, 2003
DEAR LILLIAN: HAPPY ANNIVERSARY IN HEAVEN! TO LILLIAN'S FAMILY: PSALM 27 READS: "WAIT ON THE LORD, BE OF GOOD CHEER AND HE SHALL STRENGTHEN YOUR HEART. WAIT, I SAY, ON THE LORD."
Benita Cartwright
September 11, 2003
I did not know Lillian, but for some reason chose to look at her profile in remembrance of the 911 tragedy. It struck me that the Lord always prepares the way. Lillian certainly prepared her loved ones for the inevitable...the loss of herself, her body, but not her soul. God Bless and keep the Caceres family and know that we will never forget.
Lillian Tynes-Rodriguez
September 11, 2003
I did not know Ms. Caceres but my heart goes out to her daughter & family for their very profound loss. I wish that God continues to shine upon her little girl & the family, now and always. May God bless you all & keep you safe.
Lillian Tynes-Rodriguez 09/11/2003
diana alicea
September 10, 2003
to my beautiful aunt lillian, dj and i just wanted to say how very much we miss you, how much we love you, not a day goes by we don't think about the angel that you are. i know you are in heaven watching over us and that is my comfort. you will never be forgotten. to her daughter joanna, my cousin, dj and i miss you and love you. may god bless you always.
Jennifer Hicks-McGowan
July 20, 2003
I would like to express my condolences to the family and friends of Ms. Lillian Caceres. I have never met her but I was fortunate enough to learn of her through one of her brothers who told me that she was a strong Christian woman, a wonderful mother and a sweet sister. I was moved by his story of his sister and it has inspired me to become a stronger Christian woman. It is amazing how God will send you inspiration in the most unusual circumstances and places. May God's grace keep you always.
Sincerely,
Ms. Jennifer Hicks-McGowan
Lisa Chilson-Rose
July 10, 2003
To Lillians Family!!
God is continuing to use Lillian's testimony to bless the Father in Heaven!
Joanna, be proud of your mom and continue the walk she started for you.
Hang tight to Jesus everybody! He will continue to glorify Himself through Lillians life and as the 2 year anniversary comes up in 2 short months..we will remember you and your loss! She is with the Lord, we will see her one day soon as we see Jesus face to face! Romans 8:28
Blessings!
Carol Simmons
January 7, 2003
I never met Lilian, but I currently work with one of her younger sisters, Malitza. I've come to know a little about her through Malitza, and she seems like a wonderful woman. After reading all these entries, I see what a kind, caring and spiritual person she was. My thoughts and prayers go out to the rest of her family, particularly to Joanna. I hope you know how much your mother's family loves you and is watching over you. God Bless...
Dora and Andrew Reyes
December 31, 2002
Dear Lillian and Family:
Happy New Year to the entire Caceres family. Joanna, Elizabeth wanted to email you. Hopefully you will be able to email her at my address (it follows with our name). Our prayer is that the Lord will heal you all with the touch that only HE can provide. We also pray for your health, happiness, peace of mind, knowing that Lillian is in HIS kingdom, and that will we all be united there oneday. Finally we pray that your lives will be filled with love. Aurea, I know you're always confusing me with my mom, Dora Fernandez. She's married to Ray; they still sing in the choir. Ellie's my daughter. If you ever need anything, please let me know. God Bless you each and every one. Happy New Year!!!!
Efrain de la Cruz
December 19, 2002
On behlf of my sister Lillian Caceres-de la Cruz, I want to wish you a wonderful Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 03. God Bless.
Tiesha Roman & Family
November 24, 2002
I never had the honor of knowing Lillian but, I knew her niece Diana Alicea (Winston-Salem, NC). Diana became a very special friend to me and was always there for me. She helped me out through some of the worst days in my life. Her family excepted me and never judged me. They showed me nothing but LOVE...On 9/11/01 I was trying to let all my loved ones know that my family and I were ok...that is when I spoke to Diana and she had informed me of her Aunt Lillian. My heart broke in half to know that the world had just lost someone so beautiful inside and out. A few weeks later I went to her Memorial in Staten Island and poured my heart out. It hurts me to know of such a precious loss...but I know her spirit and love will live through her loving family. And people will experience their love as I did with Diana, Luis and Evelyn Alicea.
Sorry for your loss...you will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
"Ruben and Lillian together forever"
Efrain de la Cruz
October 12, 2002
Lillian de la Cruz Caceres was my older sister. I am 7 of 9 she is 2 of 9. Everyday I think of her. I am happy that she is in Heaven and sad that she is not here with us. Heaven is definitely a better place now. Lillian was a peace maker, a loving sister and mother, aunt and friend to everyone she knew. She was a faithful and loyal wife. She was a true Christian committed to helping her family and friends in there hardest of times as she demonstrated while my older brother Ruben was on his deathbed. Six months to the day of 9-11 we lost him. I do believe Lillian asked God to save him the pain and suffering and came and got him. To Joanna, I want you to know that Uncle Freddie, Aunt Venus, Calista, Miranda, Sarah, EJ, Ethan and Olivia love’s you. You are the closest thing to Lillian that we have. Your Grandmother loves you and wants to see you. All your family on you mother's side wants to see you. We love you too! “Uncle Freddie” --- Lillian was not only my sister and friend but she was like my mother as she was 8 years older than I. I hope to see everyone every year on 9-11 at Lillian's memorial site WTC1. Love Freddie --- eamil: [email protected]
Pauline Marceleno Laws
September 24, 2002
It is with profound admiration for Lillian and her family that I write. I don't have the privilege of having known her personally; however, this is how I "met" her: Late Friday night Sept. 13, 2002, on the Boardwalk of Atlantic City, I asked a good-looking couple walking by to take my picture together with my husband, Loren L. Laws (it was our 17th anniversary). We were vacationing in Philadelphia and had made a quick trip to AC. The "couple" turned out to be Aurea and Efrain, Lillian's brother and sister who were spending their first quiet, quality time together as brother and sister before he returned to his military post in Texas. They had just been at Ground Zero the Wednesday before for the 9-11 first anniversary ceremony. Both related how kind President George W. Bush had been on greeting them and hearing Lillian's story firsthand on that sorrowful but significant day. As I told them, at last we have a true link to 9-11, and we hugged and shed a tear, visited and exchanged e-mails. We are so blessed to have met them and to hear "Lillian's Story" - what a witness for the Lord! May God keep His hand over all of you and yours- you are truly a special family. Mi esposo y yo los admiramos y los guardaremos siempre en nuestros recuerdos.
jennifer bilyard
September 12, 2002
I was listening to a local radio station with my mom in the car while driving to school and heard they were going to be handing out flags with the victim's name on them so i told my mom I would like to have one. She got there after she dropped me off at school and got 25 for her and her co-workers she brought one home for me and i read the name Lillian Caceres....I was so astonished because im in the 8th grade and i took spanish and we all have to pick out a spanish name and i chose Liliana so when i saw her name Lillian i know it had to be a message that i was suppossed to pick this woman and read about her. I know that God is watching over all her family and friends in this time of sorrow, but God has a plan even though we may not understand it at times he does and we should belive. I know she is Heaven smiling down at ya*ll and thanking you for all that you*ve done....one day when i get to go to Heaven, I will be sure to look for her there so i can get to meet what a nice and loving person she seems to be! Love and prayers and may God Bless!!**
Liz Fearen
September 11, 2002
I remember the first day I met Lillian. She was coming up the stairs of the apartment I shared with her sister, Aurea, a big smile on her face, 7 months pregnant with her daughter, Joanna. I remember her warm and humorous account of the day her daughter was born. She cherished every single thing about the experience of motherhood. There was something strong and firm and vulnerable in her voice when she said the words, "my daughter." Today when I led the discussion about 9/11 in my high school class I had to stop a few times and take a very deep breath, because it's still really hard for me to think of the vibrant, joyful, determined, proud, loving, vulnerable woman whose name was Lillian in that tower on that day. The pain is for us, because Lillian is in heaven, outside of time in the place where a day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years seem like a day. Before she has a chance to miss us, we'll all be there, and this pain will be swallowed up by the joy of reunion. We can practice by reminiscing about Lillian who was full to overflowing with life. I bet you can't do it without smiling.
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