Kevin, I went to a retreat years ago and the Priest was talking about death of a loved one. He said there is only one word that you can say..."COURAGE." It takes courage to get through. I know that for a fact as my Dad died when I was 18. So, have courage and think of the word often.

Hello Eileen,

It's been 8 years now and every 9/11 I remember you, Kevin and patrick. Every now and then, you creep back into my memory and I remember you. For me working across from your office at USAIG was always a pleasure, especially each time Kevin would come to the office to visit. I always enjoyed seeing the love that eminated from the both of you for each other. I hope you are well Eileen and it's amazing to think that your boys are now 10 and 7. How time has flown by! I try not to think back to that day, because so many haunting memories flash back. I have never gotten out of my head the image of you in the loddy sitting down, looking confused and worry. I remember asking you (like an idiot) if you were ok, not grasping that Kevin worked at the WTC and you looked at me and answered "Yeah!" The look on your face forever haunts me! Later that week when I saw Kevin's picture on the news as missing, it finally hit me and I cried so much, not so much for him but for you! You loved him so much, and to me you both were the perfect image of a truly happy and blessed couple. I dwelled on your loss, on how were you going to get through this, alone. I thank god for your sons, for they are your true blessings and strength through all this. May they continue to be blessed and may they grew up in thier fathers image.

Take care Eileen, may happiness find you through Kevins love.

Dear Hannaford Family:

I was a classmate of Kevin at Delbarton. We shared many of the same classes. I remember his smile to this day. It is the evening of 9/11/2008 and I wanted to take a moment to reflect on a man I think of daily. I can tell you that I have relied on Kevin for pure inspiration many times over the last 7 years to keep me focused in my work. Kevin has been my cornerstone of passion for working counterterrorism at the FBI whether it be in in the United States or overseas working counterterrorism. Kevin and another class mate, J.P. Flynn who died on Pan Am 103 are men I think of everyday.

God Bless your family and the Flynn family, both families are in our prayers, and know Kevin continues to be an inspiration and will not be forgotten.


Michael C. McGarrity
Acting Assistant Section Chief
International Terrorism Operations Section
FBI Counterterrorism Division

"He who has gone, so we but cherish his memory, abides with us, more potent, nay, more present than the living man." ~ Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Thinking of all of you today...God bless.

Kevin,
Its been a long time since I wrote, but I can tell you that I think of you often. Eileen keeps us informed with her strong and committed work through your foundation. The boys are growing big and strong, you should be so proud of them. I miss you bud!