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ROXANNE CICCOZZI
April 26, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Kyle McGinnis
September 12, 2023
God Bless you Mark Bingham, you are a true American Hero. I know I didn't know you but, you sounded like an incredible guy!! ❤
madison
September 11, 2023
We Remember Them
At the rising sun and at its going down; We remember them.
At the blowing of the wind and in the chill of winter; We remember them.
At the opening of the buds and in the rebirth of spring; We remember them.
At the blueness of the skies and in the warmth of summer; We remember them.
At the rustling of the leaves and in the beauty of the autumn; We remember them.
At the beginning of the year and when it ends; We remember them.
As long as we live, they too will live, for they are now a part of us as we remember them.
When we are weary and in need of strength; We remember them.
When we are lost and sick at heart; We remember them.
When we have decisions that are difficult to make; We remember them.
When we have joy we crave to share; We remember them.
When we have achievements that are based on theirs; We remember them.
For as long as we live, they too will live, for they are now a part of us as, We remember them.
In memory of Mark, the heroes of Flight 93, and all that were lost that day. Thank you for your great bravery and sacrifice.
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Laura Wojciechowski
September 10, 2023
Thank you to Mark Bingham for fighting for the light and good and fighting the evil in this world. Your bravery and everyone on that plane I will honor as will every American.
Michele Kitchen
September 9, 2023
To Mark and his friends and family members:
I´m remembering what bravery Mark and the rest of the passengers and crew members on Flight 93 had on September 11th, 22 years ago. It´s hard to believe that it´s been that long. It feels like yesterday, but also so long ago. The world has changed since then - for the better, an ed the not so good. If only we had the camaraderie now that we did in the days, weeks and months after this terrible tragedy. Thank you for your sacrifice.
Tom H
September 9, 2023
Mark ... Today, 9/9/23, as we approach the 22nd year from when those extremely bad individuals decided it was OK to take another person's life, we remember the good in so many individuals like yourself ... How can we ever forget that terrible day and the bravery shown by you and so many individuals. Thank you to all the airplane crew, the fire fighters, the police officers, and all who made a sacrifice for others before themselves. We will Never Forget ! ... How can we ??? ... Mark .. much regards to your family and friends.
Orianna
August 28, 2023
All of you heroes of Flight 93 are held in a very special place ❤, I hope you're having great adventures with each other in heaven. Mark Bingham, you are so loved.
Kareem Moreland
August 13, 2023
Just want to write a message of gratitude. You and the other passengers and crew will walk together forever. Your bravery is most admirable. Am sure you are glad to see your mother up in heaven.
Cara
May 22, 2023
Happy heavenly birthday, hero! You were an amazing young man and will always be remembered. Thank you so much for your sacrifice that day, you left a great impact on this world with your life and legacy.
Zaidan Flanigan
September 23, 2021
Thank you for your bravery. Your actions of heroism prevented more lives from being lost. Rest easy.
September 13, 2021
Always remembered...
Randy Hicks
September 12, 2021
We will never forget what you did for our country and lgbtq community thanks
Edward Parker
September 11, 2021
Your Courage, and Bravery Goes Above, And Beyond. You Are The Definition Of A True Hero. Let's Roll.
Patti Page
September 11, 2021
Dear Mark, we did not know one another, we never met, but I try and show up here to pay my respects every year if I can. What you and others on that flight did was nothing short of courageous! You saved the lives of so many that day. So, as one proud American who happens to be gay as you were, I thank you for your courage, your heart, your love of our country, even when it did not always return love to you during your young life. To me, that was the most patriotic of deeds and that has gotten me through some tough times over the years. Anyway, thanks once again; you and all those bands of angels of flight 93 will never be forgotten.
Carla Gemmati
September 9, 2021
Although I did not know you personally I will never forget the sacrifice you and the other passengers did for this Country and the fact that you all saved so many other lives and I thank you for that! God Bless you and your family!!
Cindy Roe
September 1, 2021
Remembering Mark on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Riley Phillips
September 30, 2020
My deepest sympathies to Mark's family and appreciation for their sacrifice in this difficult time. Thank you for your heroic actions that saved so many lives. May the Lord bless you.
Helena
September 29, 2020
I have been learning about the details of 9/11 in my citizenship class for a while now. I have cried multiple times while understanding the gravity of your situation and what could've been going through your mind when this tragic occurrence became your reality. As a gay person myself, I cannot thank you enough for your bravery. You are an inspiration to the LGBTQ+ community, and you are a perfect example as to why people shouldn't treat us any differently. I will never forget you or your sacrifices.
Nate
September 29, 2020
You, along with all of your fellow passengers, are a true inspiration and are an example of what it actually means to be a hero. You had no obligation to do anything but you chose to anyway. You faced some adversities in life but you are remembered as a kind and loving man. Lastly, my love goes out to his family, friends, and those who played with Mark on the San Francisco Fog rugby team.
Patti Page
September 15, 2020
Nineteen years have passed; but you and your bravery will never be forgotten!
Randy Hicks
September 14, 2020
Thanks for your service
Jonathan
September 13, 2020
Mark — you will never be forgotten. Your selfless heroism will be remembered for all time. God bless you and all of your friends and family. We honor you and your memory.
Alex
December 10, 2019
To mark,
Enjoy your Christmas holidays in the afterlife. And you'll always be a hero to me.
Patti Page
September 13, 2019
Lighting a candle for you every year...for you are not forgotten and never will be for yours and others bravery on that fateful flight that horrible day! Thank you.
Patricia Hartley
September 12, 2019
Never forgotten, today, yesterday or tomorrow!
Wendy Benson
September 11, 2019
This is for Alice Hoagland, Mark's mom. I was shocked to realize that today was 9/11, and with that I think of Mark. I had never met him in R.E., but I knew you and again in 2019, I am mourning your loss today as I do every year on this date. I hope to see you again soon, as Colleen's family still lives in our home in R.E.
Wendy Benson (Cornelius)
Alex
August 29, 2019
Mark did the right thing. I am sure he is missed by his loved ones and friends. He payed the ultimate sacrifice to save others, his life. He was one of only 44 people who died in the crash of United Airlines flight 93, but in this he saved thousands of others by making the pilot decide to crash the plane. His sacrifice will be remembered for many years if not until the end of the world.
Alex
May 24, 2019
I send my condolences from Canada to Marks entire family. A difficult loss to deal with over 15 years later.
But Im very optimistic he will be remembered as a brave man who fought to save Capitol Hill from a senseless attack by terrorists, along with the passengers and crew of United 93. Hope youre enjoying paradise Mark.
Kathy
September 11, 2018
Never Forgotten!
Patti Page
September 11, 2018
Mark, today, 9/11/2018, 17 years later we still remember all those who lives that were lost on that terrible day. Thank you for all you tried to do, so courageous, so selfless. You will never be forgotten and always remembered for the hero you are! Rest in eternal peace with the angels above.
Tom H
September 11, 2018
Today, 9/11/2018, we remember you Mark. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends. You will never be forgotten.
bill schimmel
March 4, 2018
Just saw your story on espn. Thank you for being so brave that day and helping so many others when you told your mom. I hope that your story can help my son. God bless
Bradley Bingham
September 15, 2017
Mark I proudly wear a braclet honoring you ultimate sacrifice and share it with many I meet. Bless you brother.
September 13, 2017
Mark Bingham, an American hero yesterday, today, and tomorrow. You are the definition of bravery. 17 years ago, you stood face to face with evil; you saved countless lives by sacrificing your own. You will never be forgotten. You are a hero.
Renee Daigle
September 13, 2017
Never to be forgotten.
Art Florez
September 12, 2017
I think about you every year at this time. You are a true hero to me.
Patti Page
September 11, 2017
It has been sixteen years since that terrible day...we Americans will never forget. Your bravery on that day, along with many other heroes we honor you this day. You are angels above who look over us...this I believe. Thank You.
Sally Robertsons
September 11, 2017
Just viewing this site years later- 2017, and wishing the families of Mr. Bingham peace & comfort. My prayers are with you all.
dennis robinson
September 30, 2016
A true hero whose life was taken painfully early peace be with mark and his devoted family.
J
September 20, 2016
15 years. You were a hero on that fateful day of 9/11 and you're a hero today, 15 years later. You will never be forgotten about Mark. You remain in the hearts of so many, both who knew you and those of us who didn't. You are loved. God bless you, Mark, and the loved ones you left behind.
sarah
September 19, 2016
you are a hero. praying for you and your family.
Renee Daigle
September 13, 2016
Forever a hero to those of "two-spirit" (LGBT) hearts and to my children. You are remembered, Mark, our homeboy from San Francisco! From a homegirl of "Frisco".
Sean Jeffries
September 11, 2016
Thought about you today..you are a special person. We met for maybe 10 minutes at the Bourbon Pub at Southern Decadence the week before 9/11/2001. You were visiting with a frend. We joked and cut up in those 10 minutes and you bought me a cocktail. Then we parted ways...but, as strange as it is, I remember it so well as I knew it was you on 9/11 that was a hero and I made sure to imprint the memory. Seems like yesterday. Just wanted to stop in and remember. Peace and love to your friends and family who are hurting on a much deeper level.
Patti Page
September 11, 2016
To the family and friend of Mark, On this day, 15 years later, he and all the heroes are remembered for their courage and bravery. We will never forget.
Renee Daigle
September 9, 2016
Mark, you have become an inspiration for my sons. You are a true hero, proving that sexual orientation has nothing to do with one's character or bravery. RIP, brother.
Patricia Page
September 13, 2015
Never forgetting what you and all the others on your flight had tried to do...you are all heroes and angels above! Thank you.
Tanaquil Antoine
September 13, 2015
To Mark's Family
Thought of you all day on what we now have a name for...Patriot Day. Honor is carried in my heart for Mark EVERY day. My personal hero. Much love to you.
September 13, 2015
Mark, you are a true American hero, the bravest of the brave. I will never forget you and the sacrifice you made that horrible day 14 years ago. God bless you and your friends and family.
LORRAINE RIOTTO
September 12, 2015
THANK YOU MR BEAMER FOR YOUR BRAVERY.
YOUR ACTIONS WILL REMAIN A SOURCE OF GREAT PRIDE FOR ALL AMERICANS. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. GOD BLESS YOU, DEAR FRIEND.
LORRAINE M RIOTTO
September 12, 2015
MR BEAMER
THANK YOU FOR YOUR BRAVERY. AMERICA HAS A DEEP SENSE OF PRIDE BECAUSE OF YOUR ACTIONS. RESTIN PEACE GOD BLESS YOUR SOUL AND YOUR FAMILY. FOURTEEN YEARS LATER I REMEMBER YOU AND NEVER KNEW YOU. MILLIONS FEEL THE SAME
Gina Moore
September 14, 2014
Thank you for your courage and sacrifice. God bless you. Rest in peace.
Jordan H
September 14, 2014
Forever a hero. thank you! you will always be honored and remembered.
Patricia Page
September 12, 2014
Never forgetting what you and all the others on your flight had tried to do...you are all heroes and angels above! Thank you.
Andrew Stivelman
September 12, 2014
One of the most touching pieces about that tragic day: https://ca.news.yahoo.com/unexpected-legacy-left-by-hero-of-flight-93.html
Tanaquil Antoine
September 11, 2014
Thank you Mark. You are my personal hero.
Never to be forgotten.
Always remembered with love.
Tanaquil
Daniel Hanson-Brown
September 11, 2014
Thank you, Mark. Your courage gave me the courage to live life to its fullest, out in the open, and unapologetically.
Thank you.
Thank You.
THANK YOU.
Joy Walton
September 11, 2014
Amazing Grace... Remembered always and never to be forgotten.
September 11, 2014
I will never forget your bravery and the bravery of everyone who fought back on Flight 93.
TH
September 10, 2014
Today 9/10/2014, we remember you Mark. Our thoughts are with your family members. We will never forget.
TAMARA
June 6, 2014
A True Hero May God bless you and your family.
Pat H
May 31, 2014
I will never forget you!
Barbara Boam
May 30, 2014
I walked a mile for you (mile #305) on 5/27/14 as a dedication to your life.
October 24, 2013
P. Martinez
September 22, 2013
Thank you for making a difference..
randy hicks
September 12, 2013
thanks mark for all you did that day
Art Florez
September 11, 2013
Thank you for fighting back and making a difference.
JORDAN H
September 11, 2013
Thank you for your heroism and bravery.your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Thank you that you and your buddies stood up and fought back when America needed you most. God bless you and your family
September 11, 2013
We will never forget!
Tanaquil Antoine
September 11, 2013
For Mark and Loved Ones,
Could not let the day go by without letting you know I am thinking of you all. Carrying on by living my life fully and honestly...in your Honor.
Peace
Tanaquil
~Glendy~
September 5, 2013
Glendy
September 5, 2013
Hi Mark,
Here we are now, another year is approaching. We always visit your memorial bench in the redwoods and place flowers there in your memory. We sure do miss your big smiles. You'll always be our hero and live on in our hearts.
January 24, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Eileen Neustadt
September 11, 2012
Thinking of you today and all he joy you brought to the world. Peace and blessings.
Roll Fog Roll,
Eileen~~Cal Rugby
Michele Blaine
September 11, 2012
My prayers are with you today
Tanaquil Antoine
September 11, 2012
Dear Mark,
Yet another year has passed. Yet the pain still exists. But most importantly, what still exists is a love for you and a great pride in your selfless acts--the ultimate sacrifice--your amazing life.
I send you and your family kisses and hugs everyday and especially today.
Peace to you and your family.
Tanaquil Antoine
You have become one of my heroes. I know you are at peace, and I hope that your mother feels the arms of this entire community wrapped around her.
Art Florez
September 11, 2012
Maria R
September 10, 2012
God Bless you and your family. you are remembered by Americans as a true hero, may you be at peace.
debbie
September 10, 2012
hi alice just wanted to write her and tell you that you and mark are in my thoughts today as always
i will be with you tomorrow and all those who are at shanksville.
June 5, 2012
In our hearts and minds forever . . .
Brenda DeGroff
Mike Dapson
June 4, 2012
We both love football. Only one of us is a hero. That would be you
Eileen Neustadt
March 28, 2012
Dearest Mark.
I saw Mom at the Castro Theatre when the documentar y of you both was released. It was a very movong documentary. When I heard, you wanted to be called Mark. I thought Mark has made a mark in all of our lives.
Bless you and roll fog roll,
Eileen Neustadt~~associated with Cal and Fog Rugby
Pat Hartley
March 28, 2012
Beautiful poem for a hero!
I'm proud of you Mark, I will always remember
Brad Bingham
March 27, 2012
A Child is Born a Hero Becomes
A child is born
A mother ponders,
Child of innocence lays at the door
waiting to open and stand on their own,
Brightening the world of their future
joining with heart beat of others,
Their choices,
Their actions,
Their goodness and love,
Helps them find when their
heroism is required,
Love and fear all are combined
Yet heroism is found for protection of others,
A mothers cries,
Knowing her child of innocence leaving her for now,
But her heart is repaired when she come to realize
her child will always stand, as a teacher of granite,
Others unknown,
not completely sure,
follow the teacher of granite,
to be proud and and to be free.
Brad Bingham - 2012
Elizabeth
September 14, 2011
To the Bingham Family,
I wanted you to know what our Middle School did for 9/11. The entire student body of over 1200 kids wore red, white and blue. They carried an American Flag and walked in silence out to the football field. We made a human peace sign, had a moment of silence and our chorus song the national anthem. We invited our local fire fighters, police, airline employees and local military to attend. Every child, teacher, and adult that came wore a ribbon with two people's names on the ribbon. We were able to represent every name of someone that died that day. I had Mark's name on my ribbon and I wanted you to know he was not forgotten. If you would like me to send you the link to what we did, I would be happy to do so.
September 12, 2011
Like many, I didn't know Mark Bingham personally, but I appreciate his braveness and hope that his family will be comforted by the peace of God that excels all thought.
Arthur Florez
September 11, 2011
You are my hero and an inspiration to your brothers and sisters who are looking for a hero. You allow us to hold our heads up higher and be proud of who we are. Much love to your mother, I wish I could hug her and thank her for being such a wonderful person and embracing you for the outstanding man you were.
Kathy Corbett-Welch
September 11, 2011
You are my hero. As a Lesbian I am so proud of you and your selfless gift. I wish more people knew you were Gay so that they would understand that we are not people to be feared.
Ellen
September 11, 2011
To the Bingham family - with gratitude to Mark and the heros who accompanied him. You will never be forgotten.
Mark Miller
September 11, 2011
You, sir, are a hero.
Paul Hennessy
September 11, 2011
So many tears. In the face of terror, you stood up and faced it in a way many of us would only hope to. You also showed our nation the face of a hero who just happened to be gay. For that, I am especially grateful to you.
Tanaquil Antoine
September 10, 2011
Here we are ten years later. Still saddened by the events of that day. We will never forget your heroic actions and NEVER be able to give enough gratitude. Mark, you are our hero.
With love to your family and friends, we send this message.
Suzanne Rubio
September 9, 2011
I will never forget your courage and heroism.. God bless
September 9, 2011
YOU are a true American Hero Mark......
I will never forget YOU.
David Montalbano
Lisa Maureen
September 8, 2011
I was there for The Tree incident, it is my fondest Big Game memory. What you did when it really, truly mattered for our country and so many lives... Thank you for your heroism, you honored us all. No forgetting.
Go Bears
Samantha Skinner
September 8, 2011
Thoughts and thanks to you Mark, our Bay Area Hero... on this 10th anniversary of your passing. May God wrap you in his wings.
michele celso
September 8, 2011
Thank you to Mark and the other brave first defenders of the USA on 9/11/01. We will never forget you and we know that Jesus rewards heroes. May God bless all their families.
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