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Edward R. "Ted" Hennessy Jr.
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Edward Hennessy Obituary
Edward R. Hennessy Jr. tried baseball and hockey and all the other sports his dad loved, but as a little boy he told his father that sports simply did not interest him. Then in second grade he found his true love: music. He took up the clarinet first, then the saxophone and later keyboards, bass drum and guitar.
At Belmont High School in Massachusetts and at Harvard, where he graduated cum laude in 1988, he played in the marching bands. He wrote part of the 1989 Hasty Pudding Club musical-comedy show at Harvard. At the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, where he studied information science, he arranged musical numbers and even conducted the orchestra.
"Ted was mad about screaming guitars," recalled Melanie Salisbury, his wife of 10 years. "The Ramones was his favorite and Spinal Tap a close second. He recorded a lot of his own music."
At family gatherings he would often slip away to the piano with his niece and nephew.
"He would teach them basic notes and the fundamentals of playing the piano," said his brother-in-law, Jim Kelleher.
Mr. Hennessy, 35, father of two, was on his way to Los Angeles on American Airlines Flight 11 on Sept. 11 to consult on a distribution system for AOL Time Warner's Elektra records.
Profile published in THE NEW YORK TIMES on December 25, 2001.
E. Hennessy Jr.,
a consultant; 35
By Globe Staff, 9/21/2001
Edward R. Hennessy Jr. of Belmont, a partner and principal with Emergence Consulting of Lincoln, died Sept. 11 on American Airlines Flight 11 in New York City. He was 35.
Born in Winchester, Mr. Hennessy graduated from Belmont High School in 1984. He graduated cum laude from Harvard College in 1988. He received his master's degree in management from Northwestern University in 1993 and was honored as the outstanding student in information management.
Mr. Hennessy was a talented musician and played the guitar, keyboards, clarinet, and the saxophone. While at Harvard, he was a member of the pit orchestra with the 1989 Hasty Pudding Show, "Whiskey Business." At Northwestern, he wrote part of the annual "Special K" variety shows, arranged musical numbers, and conducted the orchestra.
Before coming to Emergence Consulting, Mr. Hennessy worked as a management consultant with Corporate Decisions Inc. and Renaissance Solutions. He also worked in customer service and training for InScribe Inc., a computerized calligraphy company.
Mr. Hennessy was a member of the First Church in Belmont Unitarian Universalist.
Mr. Hennessy leaves his wife of 10 years, Melanie Salisbury; a daughter, Rachel; a son, Matthew; his parents, Edward R. Sr. and Geraldine Lavoie Hennessy, all of Belmont; and two sisters, Susan Kelleher of Belmont and Kathleen Bird of Hingham.
A memorial service was held Monday in Belmont.
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marc
September 11, 2022
21 years ago now.............
RIP Teddy
K Hurd and Wood family
September 13, 2021
We're distant cousins in Washington state. Last left message in 2011. However, I think of you so very often throughout each and every year. Your story and family shape my life and so many around the world. Your children have grown with folks around helping to fill their life's. As a mom myself, I'm happy to think of those who step into a family with caring and love, letting your family know we're always here with remembrance and prayer. My family has grown too. First, second and third cousins now to never forget about 911 and honor Ted, a father, and his life. We send our prayers.
Steven Grover
September 11, 2021
Leverett House is thinking of
Ted today.
Katherine Bini
September 12, 2020
Thinking of you today,Ted and of your family. Your talents and gifts surely live on through your children and your great sense of humor and all your accomplishments and contributions live on through those of us that remember you so well. Lots of love and thoughts to your whole family on this day.
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Melissa
September 11, 2019
Thinking of Ted today.
Ted with his cousin Gary
G Josephson
April 15, 2019
Ted with his mom
G Josephson
April 15, 2019
G Josephson
April 15, 2019
Just thinking of you hope your kids are doing well
Best Regards G
Hank van Tulder
November 20, 2018
I dont know him .....however i scrolled through the list of people that didnt make it. I dont know........i stopped at his name. I decided to search for his foto on the internet because i wanted to know how he looked like. I got this wave of emotion over me while i looked at 9/11 on you tube.. ...... When i read that he was leaving behind a lovely wife and two great great children i decided to find out if i could mention something to the family. I found this guestbook. I wish you as his wife all the strenght of the world even after 17 years and may te wind be always at your back. I hope your children will get great great jobs and i just want you to know that i as a Dutchman from The Netherlands 41 years that i wish you all the best in life and that i hope that the hurt that what have happend to your family and to you will be releaved by this message a bit. Lots of love and strength to the family Even after 17 years Hank van Tulder ps. I have filled in Alberta at the province because the system is not allowing me to fill in my own province
September 12, 2018
Thinking of you today, Ted. You're up there with one heck of a band! Say hi to my husband, Tim.
Lacy Hennessey
Takao Kurihara
September 11, 2018
Thinking of Ted fondly from Leverett House days as we've reached our 30th Reunion year. I'm sure I speak for all our classmates that we will always remember his exceptional wit and humor.
Dennis Aldridge
September 12, 2017
I visited the 9/11 Memorial for the first time last week to finally pay Theough the yearlong project his impact on me was immeasurable; both professionally and personally. I still think of him often and am thankful to have known him.
katherine oram bini
September 11, 2017
I'm thinking of Ted and his extended family today and sending you my thoughts and prayers. I found this clipping from our town newspaper that I kept from 1983 because Ted was my high school sweetheart and good friend. This article captures his energy and talents so well! Last time I saw him was in Chicago mid 90's when he was getting his MBA --- he was still the same positive, entertaining, humble, smart, talented person I knew in middle school and high school. Looking at various photos of him now... and reminiscing about our friendship and the special place he has in my heart all these years later. Didn't have the pleasure of meeting his wife and children but I am thinking of all of you today in remembering Ted. Special thoughts also for his parents who I remember fondly as well.
Tom H
September 11, 2017
Today, 09/11/17, We remember you Ted. We will never forget. To Ted's family members .. Share Ted's special characteristics to everyone in your everyday life. Wishing you all the best. With much regards.
Daryl Afshin
August 1, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about this, I just found out about it as I was searching for A Hennessy in the same family who was a very special friend of mine. I had the pleasure of meeting Ted when he was a young man in 1978-1980, He had faith and he was very kind. I miss you Ted!
Marcia Hennessy
November 1, 2016
I saw a beautiful picture of the 9/11 Memorial the other day on Facebook and made a "remark" and then noticed the name in the corner of the picture of names on the wall is "Hennessy"~~~~~which is my last name also. There is a 1 in 2,996 chance of that happening, so I am compelled to offer my deep sympathy on the horrific loss of your Loved One. RIP, Edward ( no we are NOT related )
Tina Delatorre
September 11, 2016
Earlier this year I went to the 9/11 Memeirial IN NYC and prayed for Ted and his family. Sending you blessings today.
Daniel H
September 5, 2016
I recently went to New York City with my brother. We had a wonderful day as brothers walking the streets, eating, and taking in the sights. My brother and I went to the 9/11 waterfalls and I took it all in. I took pictures and one picture was of the name Edward Hennessy Jr. It wasn't until later that week I decided to google Edwards full name. I found his obituary and was reminded of the great loss. Still today I grieve for his family and friends. He must have been so talented. Currently I am a school principal and I will use Edwards story in speeches and newsletters because this is the definition of "never forget." God bless and I will pray for Edwards family tonight and on each 9/11
September 11, 2015
His wonderful children are growing up to remind us all of him every time we see them.
Steve Grover
September 11, 2015
Leverett House friends remember Ted, his warmth, intelligence and sportsmanship at the foosball table.
Jill McCleary
September 11, 2015
Thinking of Ted today - his intelligent wit and expansive energy. I worked with him way back at InScribe and felt lucky to know him.
Steven Grover
September 11, 2015
Remembering Ted today.
Del Newberry
June 9, 2015
Ted, you have inspired me in this late stage of my life to learn how to play piano. I will think of you as I try to learn. Today I will lift up your friends and family as I pause to pray for their continued comfort and encouragement as we all continue to hurt after this tragic day. With much love from Texas
Gene Selbo
September 12, 2014
I rode in the 2 Million Bikers Ride to DC on 9/11/14 to honor and remember the people who died on 9/11. Most people didn't hear that the riders were given the names of the victims. I'd like to let the family know I was given the name of Edward R. Hennessy Jr. and wore it proudly on my vest.
Barbara Puder
September 12, 2014
Thought of you and your family yesterday, as always.
katherine bini
September 12, 2014
Ted's high school friends, especially from band and PAC, will never forget him! I loved his laugh so much! And his unique sense of style. Mr. and Mrs. Hennessy, we are thinking of you and your daughters and your grandchildren and daughter in law today. Hoping to reconnect one day, when I next pass through the area. Love, Katherine (Kathy Oram)
Jamie Overbey
September 11, 2014
My classmates and I really enjoyed Ted's wit and humor at Kellogg. We will never forget... as you can tell all these years later.
Allison Brody
September 11, 2014
I always think of Ted on September 11. I remember him fondly from Leverett House. I write this in 2014 so his family knows that so many of us think of and remember Ted.
Stanley
September 11, 2014
On this day, the 13th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks I send my condolences to the family and friends of Edward R. “Ted” Hennessy Jr. I cannot even imagine the pain you endured on that day and continue to endure everyday hereafter. I pray that God continues to watch over you as you continue to live life. Know that people like you all are the reason I put on the uniform and serve this great nation.
Kay Jerry & Family Hurd
September 12, 2013
We are miles apart as distant cousins and living out West; however, our thoughts and prayers are like holding your hand. God bless you and all those who come and go~HE has a plan.
Barbara Puder
September 11, 2013
Melanie, I still think of you and the kids, and holding you all gently in prayer.
katherine Oram Bini
September 11, 2013
Thinking of all of you today. Mr and Mrs Hennessy, I was in Belmont this summer and dropped by your home with my mom to say hello but you weren't there. Please know you are all often in my thoughts. I have found some images of Ted from high school and from his visit to our cabin in New Hampshire, and I promise to get them to you soon. Lots of love to all of you, Katherine (Kathy Oram)
Karin Roy
November 11, 2012
We grew up together on Skelton Rd in Burlington, RI. You, your cousin Paula, and I had a lot of fun growing up - I miss those times and you, Teddy. I will always cherish those memories and think of them often.
katherine bini
September 12, 2012
Thinking of you, not just today, but very often throughout the year. Ted's kids are now as old as Ted was when I met him in middle school, in band. I have such fond memories of all the years we sat next to each other, playing the clarinet. He was so much more gifted at music than the rest of us! Lots of love to all of you, and one day, I hope to meet you all again!
Ian Cruzen
September 11, 2012
Thinking of you as always on this day Ted. Much love to your family from the Cruzen's
Tim Urquhart
September 11, 2012
Remembering Ted from our Leverett House days at Harvard. God bless you and your family.
Karen
September 4, 2012
The God above hates violence. All those that participate in it he will do away with. Then all those that have fallen victim to it will raise up to a paradise earth to live in peace under Gods Kingdom. Looking forward to seeing them all there.
September 11, 2011
Dear Hennessey Family, You're always in our heats and prayers; Ted is a hero along with all the others. We never met, but are distant cousins who admire your bravery. Years have gone by, but the tears come readily with the giganic loss on 911. The welcome good memories will live on forever.
Hurd & Wood family from Sea WA
Peggy Childers
September 11, 2011
To the family and friends of Edward R. "Ted" Hennessy, Jr.:
Edward will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not allow those we lost on 9/11 be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you.
Dennis Aldridge
September 11, 2011
After all of theses years I still struggle to put my feelings into words about your passing. We met professionally five years prior to 9/11 and I respected you more than you will ever know. I'm so glad that we were able to do things socially when you were in Phoenix AND that my family was able to meet you. You were special and lived life with enthusiasm each and every day. You will never know the impact you had on me but I'm a better man after meeting you.
taeminn song
September 11, 2011
after 10 years... still remember you.
Kate McGrory Foran
September 11, 2011
I will always remember how happy we were when the Hennessy's moved in next door...more kids in the neighborhood to play with and play we did. We moved to Maine shortly after but the memories of building forts and sledding down Stella Rd will stay in my heart always. Teddy may be gone but he lives forever in the hearts of all that knew him. Thinking of you today, as I do often and wishing you peace.
Nancy Habeshian-DiPietro
September 9, 2011
Dear Hennessey Family, You are all ALWAYS in my thoughts and prayers. I know this time of year is especially difficult, Ted is the hero in all our hearts. Years may go by, but the wonderful memories will always live on. Love, Nancy
Ian Cruzen
September 6, 2011
I think of you every year Ted. I wish I knew you even more. Every year, I write about you internally in our company. Your death inspired great acts of giving and introspection. I hope that this is something that you would find comforting and a worthy legacy.
Lacy Hennessey
September 5, 2011
All Hennessys, no matter the spelling, mourn your loss and wish you peace.
Kristen Ewell Gillis
September 2, 2011
I left a message on this webpage years ago, to tell Ted's children what a good friend and kind, funny, creative, FUN person their dad was. There is something else I didn't write then, but due to the message posted on August 31st, 2011, the memory of it sends chills through me now. When I knew Ted, he was a Senior at Belmont High and I was a Junior. Once he graduated and went to Harvard (just up the road), I visited him in his dorm as he was settling in. Several weeks later I had a strange but very clear dream in which he was "protecting me/us from the Arabs" It made no sense to me then, nor did it make any sense for the next 17 years, but it was clear and strange, and odd enough that it stood out in memory. In retrospect, it is even stranger. The Hennessy family remains in my thoughts and prayers.
Rev. Andi Taylor
August 31, 2011
I just learned that you were sitting next to one of the hijackers. I like to imagine you trying to stop them and maybe taking one down. Not the most priestly thought, but it helps me deal with my own helplessness in all this sadness.
Steven Grover
August 29, 2011
Ted, remembering you with fondness, back in Leverett House days.
Barbara Puder
September 13, 2010
Another year is gone, but you are still never far from our minds. I hope your family has been able to find some measure of peace, as difficult as that must be. Ted's name was written in the book of intercessions at both churches where I work, as a representative of all those who perished on that day.
Danny
September 11, 2010
Edward,
I am sorry that you died on the plane crash. I am sad for your family. I am sure your kids are proud that you died for our country. I think it's cool that you know how to play the guitar. My middle name is Edward. I am 9 years old and picked you because I want to play the guitar too. God bless you.
Danny
Dan Hennessey
August 21, 2010
To look up and find someone on the list with a name like yours is chilling. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. It could have been any one of us. And it did happen to all of us.
Barbara Puder
September 12, 2009
For Melanie, Rachel, and Matthew --
Not a day goes by that our family does not think of you and and include you in our prayers. It's been eight years, but I know that such a terribly loss knows no boundaries of time or space. I can only hope that the sorrow eases for all of you, and that you can in some way find peace in the wonderful memories of his time with you. God Bless.
Andi Taylor
September 11, 2009
Thinking of everyone who knew and loved Ted. What cheerful memories, what an empty place in our hearts, still...
Love, Rev. Andi Taylor
Kristen Ewell Gillis
September 11, 2008
Ted was a Senior in HS when my family moved to Belmont. I was a Junior and knew only a few girls from my summer job, with whom I had little in common. They introduced me to Ted and he introduced me to the Performing Arts Club crowd, where I fit right in and made good friends.
Ted was funny and nice and made everyone want to be around him. We all went to parties to dance and hear new music, and any party Ted attended had the best music and great dancing.
What I remember best about Ted, though, was that he was friendly to the "new kid" and introduced me around when I was feeling sort of lost in a new place.
Thank you for this place to remember him.
Bill Brady
September 11, 2008
Will always remember Ted from The
Winn Brook elementry school days.
My prayers go out to you and all of your family.God Bless
P Tabbernor
June 6, 2007
In memory....
Kristine
November 1, 2006
As I 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.
Vi and Sonny Lavoie
September 11, 2006
Ted was a beloved member of the Lavoie family. As his Aunt and Uncle, we have wonderful memories of family gatherings and we miss him as much as if he were one of our own sons.
Chris
September 11, 2006
We attended the same church as Ted in Belmont. He was a regular volunteer in the church nursery when our son Nicholas was a toddler, his Matthew being about the same age. Ted was the only volunteer on the schedule who was regularly able to not only keep Nicholas from having a complete fit about going to nursery, but providing him with such a positive experience that Nicholas was happy to stay with Ted during the service. We were shocked and grieved that day five years ago when we learned that Ted had been a passenger on Flight 11, but we are secure in the knowledge that he has received his reward for living a life, albeit much too short, to God's glory.
Jennifer (Samsel) Wilson
September 10, 2006
I think about Ted's parents, wife and children so often, with prayers and hopes that time really does make a loss more bearable. I can only imagine the pain of having lost a member of my family on that day that none of us could have imagined five years ago tonight. I especially think about Ted when I'm dancing, and about watching him dance at the Hasty Pudding with such joy and inhibition. Learning to display your goofiest dance move with pride was one of the best lessons I ever learned from Ted! I had such high regard for him, and am grateful to have known him.
Kay & Jerry Hurd
September 13, 2005
9/11/05 We are distant cousins by marriage and want the family to know we think of you and send prayers, especially this day, so you are never alone in remembering Ted. Ted is in our hearts, just as the family is always in our hearts and prayers.
Love,
Jerry & Kay Hurd, & family,
Cheryl Keefe
September 11, 2005
Dear Gerry, I am not sure if you remember me from BBN. When I worked the front end with Sue and Carole and Harry. I remember when Elizabeth Seiss had mentioned that your son was one of the victims in 9/11. I really wasn't sure how to send my prayers to you. And then today came, along with a site to go to. Knowing that you had to endure this pain a second time, I think of you often and can only tell you that from what I remember of you, you were a funny, nice lady. I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family.
Cheryl Keefe
Teodoro Padilla
September 11, 2005
I was a classmate of Ted's at Kellogg. I saw this tribute as I was reading about Sept. 11 on the internet today. Our family's thoughts and prayers go out to his. It was a pleasure knowing him at school, albeit briefly, back in the early 90's.
This is my 8th grade class picture, I'm in 9th grade now.
Kaitlin McCarthy
September 14, 2004
I am Kim and Kevin McCarthy's daughter and although I never knew Ted personally, my parents did. When we were watching the news the day of 9/11, my mom saw Ted's name on TV and ran to the phone immediatly to see if it was the Ted Hennessy she knew. Sure enough it was. When I found out my mom knew someone that had died, I prayed for him. I go to a Catholic school and for a while after 9/11 I continued to say a special intention for him and his family. Even now, the anniversary of 9/11, I pray for him and his family.
Leli Simpson
September 11, 2004
To all of the Hennessy's,
I went to Belmont High School with Ted, and I was two years behind him. He was a man who exuded warmth, intelligence, and class. I was horrified to hear that he was on one of the planes that crashed into the World Trade Center. My heart goes out to all of you, as I am sure the pain you each have runs deep. Please know I am thinking of you and that my prayers are with you.
With affection,
Tom Williams
June 7, 2004
I briefly worked with Ted in the early 1990s when he did a summer internship at Andersen Consulting. I just learned last week, over lunch with a past colleague, that he died on 9-11. Seeing his name/picture on this site makes me so sad.
Although I did not keep in touch with Ted after his internship, I remember him well. He was extremely smart and very very personable. He was an all around great guy who LOVED music, worked very hard, but always found time to laugh and chat.
To his family and dear friends, I hope that the fond memories you have of Ted somehow lessen your sorrow/sadness. Ted was a wonderful man. I will never forget him, now even moreso.
Tom Williams
Jerry, Kay, Karen HURD FAMILY
September 12, 2003
Our hopes and prayers are that the peace and love expressed for Ted over the past two years, has found their way into the lives of all his family. We are distant cousins, but our love, prayers and thoughts are constant and ever near.
Beth (Eesley) MacLean
September 11, 2003
To the Hennessy family....
For two years now, on this day of rememberance, I remember Ted. We were classmates at Kellogg and shared many a laugh, a learning, an insight or a smile. He was smart, kind, funny, talented, and gifted. My thoughts are with you on this day and will be every year. I'll remember Ted today by taking out my photo albums from b-school and reviewing pictures I have of Ted playing in the band during one of our graduation parties. He was a happy man, with a great life ahead of him. It just wasn't as long as it should have been.....
Beth
Peony
May 4, 2003
Melanie, I'm so sorry. Stumbled across this tribute and realized this was about your husband.
I wish you hope.
Renee Vanlangendonck
September 24, 2002
On 9/11/02 my best friend gave me a flag and a person to pray for over the next year. (Her church handed out flags and a card with a victim's name) I received Mr. Hennessy. Though I have never met him personally, he has become part of our family - we pray for him daily and we think of him often. We found a picture of him and we have it hanging up on our refrigerator. I just wanted to send my regards to his family and let them know that they is in our thoughts and prayers every day.
Marie (Martinez) Malcolmson
September 15, 2002
Dear Melanie,
Please note an error that I had made within my original message to you and your children, Rachel and Matthew.
My brother, John Martinez graduated from Belmont High School in Belmont, MA in 1983 and *not* 1984, as I had first indicated.
God bless you and keep you in His perfect peace,
Marie (Martinez) Malcolmson
Linda Lin
September 13, 2002
Dear Melanie, Rachel, Matthew, and the rest of Ted's family,
I never had a chance to meet any of you, but Ted and I were in the same graduating class both undergrad and in business school. He was in my Advertising study group in business school, and I was privileged to have the opportunity to get to know him. I know the kind words of strangers can't begin to fill your loss, but hope that you know that he has touched a lot of lives and that a little bit of him lives on in each of us.
Fondly,
Linda
Kay & Jerry Hurd
September 11, 2002
All our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends today, just as they have been this long year of being without Ted. Ted is a distant cousin, but would be related just the same as we are all Americans who will always remember Ted! Always! Love, The Hurd Family
katherine oram (Bini)
September 11, 2002
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Hennessy, Kathy, Susan, Melanie and family,
You and Ted have been in my thoughts all year, and of course especially today. After losing Ted last year, my high school classmates and I got together at Thanksgiving to review our yearbooks and photo albums, dotted with mementos of Ted and our wonderful times together, as friends and fellow band members. We reminisced about one of those parties that we weren't supposed to be having, when our parents were out of town, and how Ted got overly excited when dancing to a Clash song and he did an air-guitar riff and jumped up and hit his head on the light fixture and broke it. We all laughed and remembered how full of life he was and how he always made us laugh. Mr. Hennessy mentioned to me on Sept.12 last year, that he never had to discipline Ted when he was a child. He was always such a good, decent, honest person, and it is the ultimate cruelty that he was a victim of the terrorist attacks last year. He will always be in our thoughts. A warm hug & firm embrace from San Francisco, Kathy Oram (Bini) - (along with Susan Milligan, Nancy Scali Diduca, Alicia Ellard Cannon in the Boston area)
Kate Hennessey
September 11, 2002
I did not know Mr. Hennessy but I am touched by his love of the music. He will be in my thoughts as I learn to play the guitar.
love, Kate Hennessey
Kristen (Ewell) Gillis
September 11, 2002
To the Hennessy family and friends, from a former Belmont High schoolmate. It is true that Ted was one of the smartest, funniest and (most importantly) nicest people I've known. I'm happy that he knew the joys of a loving wife and children, and very sorry for your tremendous loss.
Kathy Mello Fagen
September 11, 2002
Dear Melanie,
I just wanted to let you know how often I have thought of you over the past year. Even though I was not fortunate to know Ted the way others have expressed, I was deeply saddened by his loss and I'm thinking of you today. It is my belief that no one ever really dies as long as we have our memories to remember them and we hold them close in our hearts.
Please know that you, Matthew, and Rachel are in my thoughts.
John Martinez
September 10, 2002
Dear Melanie,
My thoughts are with you and the children. As you know, I went to school with Ted in Belmont. We ran, played in the orchestra and marching bands, and partied well together. Ted always smiled - and genuinely. He was often cracking jokes, and made every situation a bit lighter. Even though we didn't see one another after high school, I remember him and his animated voice, and how he seemed to have fun with whatever he was doing.
I worked for three years at 222 Broadway, one block from WTC. I studied at Pace University, 200 yards away. My father moved to New York City from Mexico in the thirties to seek a better life. Because of these connections, Ted has been on my mind constantly ever since last year, and especially in my prayers today. He was a good person, and made the world more beautiful through his art and personality.
May God bless and protect you, Rachel, and Matthew.
With my love,
John
Colleen Paice
September 10, 2002
Melanie,
My thoughts have been with your family ever since hearing the news a year ago. As we approach the anniversary of the tragic events know that your family is in my thoughts even more. The last time I saw you two was at Bob and Amys wedding and although the Parsons gatherings were really the only times we met - you and Ted made an impact on how special a relationship can be. Love to you and your family.
Colleen Paice
Lorraine Deneault
September 9, 2002
This is for Ted and Gerry Hennessy,
Ted, I worked for your many years ago at Little Brown & Co. I remember so well when Sharon was taken from you and now your son. Life is so unfair sometimes. Here it is a year later and my heart is still broken and still so many tears. Please know that your family is often in my thoughts.
Sincerely,
Lorraine (Vigue) Deneault
June 5, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN..EDWARD R.TED HENNESSY JR.AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS.GOD BLESS HIS LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA..AMEN
Valerie Walton
April 18, 2002
To The Family Of Ted,
Please know how deeply sorry I am for your loss. I worked with Ted at InScribe and have very fond memories of him. I remember him having a wonderful sense of humor...wise beyond his years.
I will keep you all in my prayers
Linda (Almond) Jones
April 10, 2002
Dear Melanie, Rachel, and Matthew,
I graduated high school with Ted in 1984. I didn't know him very well and have not seen him since, and yet at the mention of his name I have a very strong visual image of Ted, with his distinctive broad smile. May the memory of that wonderful smile and the joy behind it sustain you all throughout your lives. Our prayers are with you.
Erik and Linda (Almond) Jones-BHS Class of '84.
Mac Hines
March 11, 2002
Melanie,
I went to Kellogg with Ted. Unfortunately, I did not know him well. Reading his obituaries, I was struck by how much he was like me - his love of family and friends just jumps out at me.
Ted's death has pushed me and other Kellogg friends to renew our friendships. Our time together is precious and friendships and family are really all that matter. Its a lasting lesson I will never forget.
I think of you and your family often and wish you comfort as you deal with your loss.
Sincerely, Mac Hines Kellogg '93
Sheila Werland
March 8, 2002
To the family of Edward R. "Ted" Hennessy Jr.: May his music play on in your hearts, your minds and your souls. A melodic memory of the one you have loved and miss so dearly. God be with you and Bless You.
Elizabeth Rutan
February 14, 2002
Melanie,
I am so sorry to learn of Ted's death. We met you several summers ago on Keuka lake where we were vacationing with my husband's parents, Art & Marianne Rutan. I remember you and your husband and sweet little Rachel. She may remember our children Caitlin and Andrew. There are no words that can fully express the loss you must feel. I just wanted you to know that even though our paths crossed so momentarily, that I mourn your loss. Very Sincerely,
Betsi Galvin Rutan
Art & Marianne Rutan
February 12, 2002
We have known Ted only briefly on a recent vacation.
Since then, we have many times recalled the quality of his interactions with the children , Rachel and Matthew. Those skills will be a remarkable treasure for them to share as they mature.
So many have testified as to Ted"s engaging personality, and genuinely pleasant and friendly demeanor,that it respectfully might be characterized by the sentiment implied in the title of the Christmas carol, " GOD REST YE MERRY GENTLEMEN".
May his soul and those of all the others, rest in peace.
Mary Beekman
January 31, 2002
Dear Melanie,
I heard of Ted's death at the September 11 vigil held at 1st Church in Belmont. Although our paths would seem to have crossed as Belmontians, 1st Churchers, musicians and parents, they have not. But, reading these tributes and thoughts, I mourn that I never had the opportunity to know your remarkable husband.
My thoughts and prayers are with you,
Sincerely, Mary Beekman
Jim Carras
January 17, 2002
To Ted's family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I did not know Ted very well as he was behind me a few years at BHS. Reading Tom Linfield's memories reminded me of Ted's good humor and somehow I also remember something about goofy hats. Please accept my condolences for your loss
Taeminn Song
January 16, 2002
I worked with him for two years in Lincoln, MA. He was a friendly, funny and simply nice person.
He always tried to make others comfortable using his compassion and humor.
I miss him....
Tom Linfield
January 16, 2002
To the family,
My thoughts are with you as you struggle with the tragedy of Ted's loss. I went to BHS and graduated in 1982. When I heard about Ted I was flooded with memories of hanging out in the cafeteria making jokes, talking about music, and participating in the theater program. Although I never saw Ted again, I remember his ebullience and good humor and how easily he seemed to get along with everyone.
Teresa Jahn
January 11, 2002
May Ted's appreciation for music, his life and love live on in you. May warm memories of times together lighten the sorrow in your hearts. We are very sorry for your loss. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Terri Brown Preuss
January 6, 2002
Ted, or Teddy as I have always called him, showed up at my door when we were eight years old. New to the neighborhood, he asked if my brother and I wanted to play. Play we did. I shared a wonderful childhood with Teddy, filming funny movies, sledding in nearby woods, builing a great tree house and doing so many other fun things. I was lucky to know Teddy in our later years also as Teddy introduced me to his best friend at college, Ron Corcillo, who became my boyfriend for four years. Together, and with Melanie, we had many good times. He was such a wonderful, funny and sweet guy. No wonder he has so many friends from yesterday and today that cherish knowing him - as do I. My love to Melanie and his family - and to all Teddy's friends who are feeling the world is a sadder place without him.
David Hennessee
January 3, 2002
A Tragic day in our lives also, Our thoughts and prayers to you and all the people who lost loved ones
Barbara Puder
January 1, 2002
Melanie -
You and your family are still in our thoughts and prayers. May the New Year bring you peace.
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