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Jessica Sachs Obituary
Jessica Sachs's schedule since her December graduation from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst was exhausting.
She had accepted a job at PricewaterhouseCoopers as a accountant and was working long hours there. Every Saturday she went to an eight-hour course for the C.P.A. exam. And on Sundays, as usual, she attended services at New Colony Baptist Church in Billerica, Mass.
"She complained," said Stephen Sachs, her father. "But she did well."
Despite the workload, she did not sleep in on Sunday mornings. She had never let church-going slide, even in college. When she realized that UMass, with 26,000 students, had no Southern Baptist ministry, she helped establish Mercy House on campus.
She was equally determined to succeed in worldly terms. She applied for only two jobs, at the first- and second-largest accounting companies, and was offered a place at each. On Sept. 11, she was flying from Boston to Los Angeles on business, her first trip out West.
Profile published in THE NEW YORK TIMES on October 8, 2001.
Jessica Sachs, 23, was eight months into her job as an auditor in the Boston office of PricewaterhouseCoopers when she boarded American Airlines Flight 11 on a business trip to Los Angeles.
The post at PricewaterhouseCoopers was her first job since graduating from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst last January.
Her goal since her sophomore year had been to land a job at one of the top five accounting houses in the United States. She ended up having her choice, said her father, Stephen.
"A lot of people today live their lives with a lot of gray area, but for her, it was very black and white," he said. "She was a very determined, very strong young lady."
She also was a devout Christian who counted her mother, Karen, as her best friend, and who lived with her parents in their Billerica, Mass., home 15 minutes north of Boston.
A native of Rhode Island, Sachs grew up in Rochester, Minn., and gravitated to prayer groups as a student at John Marshall High School. In college, she joined Campus Crusade, as well as a small Baptist group establishing a Mercy House to provide Christian fellowship for students at the university.
Since Tuesday, other members of the New Colony Baptist Church in Billerica have filled the Sachs home with flowers and comfort food, while Jessica's parents, her brother Eric and sister Kathy, have all taken comfort in her sunny religious devotion.
"It was just one happy moment after another," her father said. "She wore Jesus on her sleeve, and there was nothing phony about that young lady."
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Charidy Anaya
September 11, 2024
I thought of you today & your family. Still wish I could hug them & apologize. I wish we had chosen a different flight.
Robert Sullivan
September 12, 2023
I stopped by your memorial bench yesterday. I didn’t know you but I think of you every time I pass by. ❤
Charidy Anaya
September 11, 2023
I wish I could hug your family, I'm so sorry that flight was chosen when you called the night before.
I will never forget your friendliness & excitement over taking your first trip west.
My heart is with your family.
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Ryan Diedrich
March 31, 2022
We never met. But in 2007 I was in NYC on business. I walked up to the tower water falls for the fist time and your name was the first name I had seen. I wondered your story, how scared you must have been, and who you left behind. Walking into the memorial I came upon the room where they have photos of all the victims. I looked around and my eye caught on a particular photo...it was your photo. It was eary, and peaceful at the same time. I never forgot your name to this day. RIP Jessica
Jessica E.
September 19, 2021
Thinking of your family. You are not forgotten!
Wendy Mollins
September 13, 2021
I think of Jessica often, especially on the anniversaries of September 11th. I knew Jessica when she was a student at UMASS. I was a volunteer with Intervarsity Christian Fellowship and she a vibrant, Christian student. She loved Jesus and sought to follow and serve Him with all of who she was. Dear Stephen and Karen and all of the Sachs family; God Bless you on this 20th remembrance of not just Jessica's death, but the life she lived while here on earth. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Leigh Litz
September 11, 2021
While working as a travel nurse last April in NYC, I took the time to visit the 9/11 memorial. The first name I read was Jessica´s. Ironically, we share the name Leigh. Today, the 20th Anniversary of this tragedy please know that your family is in my prayers! She is not forgotten.
Charidy Anaya
September 11, 2021
Dear Sachs family,
I worked for Amex Corporate travel, my client was Pricewaterhouse Coopers. On September 10th, the last call I took was Jessica's. She had to change her flight. I remember her being so nice and excited to be on her first trip west. Her infectious laugh & friendliness left me smiling the rest of the evening after I left for the day.
Not a day goes by I don't wish I had put her on a different flight. Not a day goes by I don't wish I could give you all a hug and apologize for choosing that flight. I will never forget Jessica.
Kaniatari:io Jesse Gilbert
September 10, 2021
Dear Sachs Family:
My name is Kaniatari:io Gilbert. I did not know Jessica very well. We were both at UMass, and lived in the same cluster of buildings (BCG). I used to be a Resident Assistant and Community Development Assistant there.
I remember the week of 9/11, after the event. I was watching the news, and they had started to scroll the names of passengers from all of the planes at the bottom of the screen - and I recognized her name even though I did not know her that well and she did not live on my floors. I got in touch with former coworkers of mine (I graduated May 2001), who confirmed that she had been aboard AA-11.
While I did not know Jessica very well, as I said, her name was known by the staff, and her loss was very heartfelt by everyone. Despite not knowing her well, she is someone that I think about every year this time of year, and while the sorrow shall never fade - perhaps over time the power of all of the full-filled and positive memories of her can overtake the grief.
There really is nothing else that I can say, except to wish you all well.
Kania...
Cindy Gargano
September 11, 2020
Never forgotten!
Robin Clark
September 11, 2020
Dear Steve and Family,
I worked with you on the Lotus AS/400 project at IBM. I have been thinking about you today on 9/11. I wanted to tell you that I remember to this day how you beamed when you would tell me about your amazing daughter Jessica. I found her name along the walls of the Memorial Pools when visiting NYC. It is a beautiful memorial fit for the angels of that day. I watched the remembrance tribute tonight on ABC and loved the stories. I hope you and your loved ones can find or have found peace.
Sincerely,
Robin Clark
Retired IBMer
Jessica E
September 11, 2020
Thinking of your family! Rest in Heaven!
The Kindred Family
October 26, 2019
We send our continued heartfelt sympathy to your family. Nothing can ever remove your deep pain of loss. Daily may God continue to give the comfort and peace needed. Jessica is still so very missed and will always be remembered with love each day.
Jessica Evans
September 11, 2019
Thinking of your friends and family! RIP
Vikki Berrier
September 10, 2019
Prayers for Jessica's family
DeAnn Hines
September 10, 2019
Thinking of Jessica and her family tonight. 9/10/2019 #neverforget
A.L.
August 7, 2019
Hope the afterlife is good...
A.L.
July 10, 2019
Dear Jessica,
Its so sad how you died on one of the worst days the US has endured in its history.
You should have lived out your life today, and made a positive difference to perhaps anyone. Sending my condolences to your loved ones who miss you.
Stephen Sachs
October 28, 2018
We miss and love you - Mom and Dad
Jessica E
September 11, 2017
We still remember!
Del Newberry
June 20, 2017
I pause today to pray for all of Jessica's friends (she had many!) and family. It is hard for us mortals to understand how someone so young with such a future could be allowed to be taken from us, but her life touched so many (and CONTINUES to speak to us). I praise her family for raising such a great young woman, and I think the rest of us need to honor her legacy by being as kind as she was. I know I will be reminded each day of the extra years that God has allowed me to stay here on earth, and do my best to use these remaining hours wisely, doing His work.
Melanie Martini
September 11, 2016
Thinking of Jessica today.
Matt Murphy
September 11, 2016
I will not forget... Praying your family has found peace.
You are not forgotten...
Charidy Anaya
September 11, 2016
Still in my thoughts, I'll never forget your kind voice & happy spirit.
Adam LePage
September 11, 2016
Jessica, you were a good friend and always had a big smile and great outlook on life. You are in our thoughts always.
Linda Gosselin
September 11, 2016
Thinking of you...
Sharon Van Hecke
September 9, 2016
Still wishing your family peace and comfort in their good memories and love for you.
Charidy Anaya
September 11, 2015
Thinking of you....
Cindy Gargano
September 11, 2015
I think of Jessica and your family often. I was in the SGA with her at Umass. I lived in Orchard hill and she lived in upper central so we often waited together and took the bus up the hill together after meetings. We lost touch after she left SGA but would still often bump into eachother around campus and say hellos do catch up. I was actually visiting campus the weekend after the attack. My close friends were still all there and one who was in the reserves was told he might have to be deployed. It was while I was there that I first learned Jessica was on the first plane and pieces of memories came rushing back to me. They have never left. She was a wonderful and kind person. I was lucky to know her and the world was lucky to have her in it even if it was for such a short time. my thoughts are with you all today and always.
September 10, 2015
Jessica, you are not forgotten. Today, I say your name: Jessica Sachs. Your name is remembered.
To Jessica's family and friends, I am so sorry for your loss.
Dan Lear
September 10, 2015
Thinking of you again this year, Jessica. My prayers are with you. Please include me in the prayers you offer at the foot of the Throne.
Bee
September 9, 2015
Rest in peace
Jessica Evans
September 8, 2015
Remembering you today and thinking of your family!
Dan Lear
September 14, 2014
I never knew you, but I still have the bracelet with your name on it from 9/11. Thinking of what the world has missed through you and all the others.
Whitney Sachs Ray
September 11, 2014
Thinking of you Jessica on this somber day.
Lanette Moucha
September 11, 2014
Thank you for sharing Jessica's story today. Introduce me when we get to heaven. I'd love to meet her.
Charidy Anaya
September 13, 2013
I never met you, but had the pleasure of speaking to you September 10th. Been thinking about you all week as I do every year.
Matt Murphy
September 12, 2013
I too remember.....
Cindy
September 11, 2013
Thinking of Jessica tonight as I do every year. Our UMass days seem so far away now. The world lost out on a great person.
Tammy Murray
September 11, 2013
Jessica, I think of you often and remember your constant energy. We met while I was an auditor for OfficeMax. You always had so many questions, such an eagerness to learn. I remembered thinking she's so young, you were still in high school, but she's going places. You once told me, you wanted to do what I did. It was with such great sadness as I listened to the names that September evening, that you had actually done just that. I am so grateful for having known you. I will never forget you.
Rose Cushing
September 11, 2013
What a lovely young woman you became! Your family misses you, no doubt.
Bethany
September 11, 2013
I remember your smile as you walked through the halls of John Marshall, though I never knew you personally. I will never forget your smile and your laughter echoing.
Joe Kane
September 11, 2013
We remember.
Gene and Pattie Rich
September 10, 2013
Pattie and I really miss you. We think of you often and although it is hard to hold back the tears we continue to live our lives while honoring you as much as we can. W e take comfort in knowing that you are watching over us. There are many things that we do in your honor on a daily basis. We will never forget you. We will never stop missing you. You were and will always be a true friend. We love you. Go UMass!!!
Dan Lear
April 20, 2013
Today I found a bracelet from an estate sale, a simple metal band engraved with these words:
"We Will Never Forget: September 11, 2001, American Flight 11"
Beneath that, "Jessica Sachs, 23 yrs, Billerica, MA"
I bought it for a few dollars and had it on my arm before I left the store. I don't plan taking it off anytime soon. I came right home and looked Jessica up online.
I am a Catholic, and I will be praying for Jessica and her family for the rest of my life. I'm so glad to find that she was a Christian.
Dan Lear, Saint Charles, MO
Jessica Evans
September 13, 2012
Thinking of the family & friends of Jessica Sachs. I did not know her, but learned about her though the Facebook Remember Me Virtual Memorial. She was one of the five I chose to Memorialize. I have read her story and want her family to know, that we will REMEMBER her. God Bless
Lindsey
September 12, 2012
Thinking of you...
Lindsey, From UMASS
Linda Radick
September 11, 2012
I am thinking of you all today, and praying for your comfort.
Christina Johnson
September 11, 2012
I hope that Jessica's family feels the presence of her love for them today. I never fail to think of her each year, and I know she is present on this earth in the thoughts and hearts of many today.
Sarah Byrd
September 10, 2012
Keep Jessica and all the 911 heros in my thoughts this year and every year! They have not been forgotten. God continue to bless their families!
Peggy Childers
September 8, 2012
To the family and friends of Jessica Sachs:
Jessica 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.
Sarah Byrd
September 14, 2011
To the Sachs family~ Through Pastor Tim, 1st Baptist Church El Paso, Illinois,we learned of your beatuiful daughter & sister Jessica's passing on 9/11/01. He told of her equally beautiful life story lead by her Chritian beliefs and shared her photo, so we could see Jessica's lovely image. The earthly loss of your daugther & sister had to have shaken you all to your very core. But too knowing Jessica was a believer, was saved and is resting comfortably in our Savior's arms. And from what we learned lived her life with the Lord first and for most. What a wonderful thing to KNOW that your child is in heaven, IS with our Lord. I pray for your peace and comfort each day until that glorious day you all are together again. I will never forget your Jessica now. And you will always have one more fellow Christian holding your family up in prayer.
Ilyse Karpen
September 12, 2011
I did not know Jessica well but we were in classes together at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. I think of her often, especially at this time of year, and I always wait to hear her name called on tv, as I did this year, the 10 year anniversary. I hope your family has found peace in all of this.
Kris Swedberg-Cragan
September 12, 2011
Jessica,
You've been with Jesus 10 years now. I think of you often and your family too. Wishing them peace and comfort....knowing you are free of pain and at complete peace. Looking forward to joining you when my time comes.
Lindsey DiPietro
September 12, 2011
Jessica lived upstairs from me at UMass--she was a wonderful, kind-hearted person who made us feel so welcome! It is so strange to think that she was a part of that unfathomable day 10 years ago. Although I did not know her well, my thoughts are with your family at this time.
April Borrillo
September 11, 2011
Stephen and Karen, My heart still aches for you knowing you lost your dear Jessica. She had a wonderful, outgoing personality and I love to tell others with deep conviction what a great loss it is that she is gone. You are in my prayers. With Love,
April Borrillo
Robert Sullivan
September 11, 2011
I never knew you Jessica, but I think of you each year at this time. I grew up in Billerica and don't live far from the church where your memorial garden is. I stopped in for just a moment today to say hello and remember. Your family and friends are in my thoughts. May you rest in peace.
Linda Radick
September 11, 2011
Steve and Karen, I have thought about you often over the years and especially these last few days. I have asked God to comfort you today, especially, as we come to the 10th anniversary of the death of your precious Jessica. I will continue to lift you up at this difficult time.
David & Sue Willcutt
September 11, 2011
We met at a UMass dinner when our daughter, Caroline, was honored with being the first recipient of the scholarship set up in your daughter Jessica's memory. We will never forget meeting you and seeing in your eyes the deepest pain a parent could ever image. Our thoughts & prayers are with you always.
Briana (Propotnik) Beatty
September 11, 2011
I grew up with Jessica going to the same schools. Although we were not friends, I remember her very well. Such a nice, caring and smart person. It's so appropriate that so many have written all these nice thoughts about your daughter. Every word is so true & I hope it brings you some peace knowing she is and will always be remembered in such a wonderful light.
Charidy Williams Anaya
September 11, 2011
To the Sachs family,
On this 10th Anniversary I still think of Jessica. I worked for American Express Travel and took her reservation. To this day I wish we had chosen another flight. She was the last reservation I made on Sept 10th. I remember she sounded like such a nice, upbeat person.
My heart is with you all and I hope that you have found comfort and peace.
All my love & thoughts.
Charidy
Laurie Ballantine
September 10, 2011
Shortly after the unimaginable events of 9/11/01, a local church and a local jeweler got together and made these remembrance bracelets. I reached my hand in and came out with the name of Jessica Sachs from AA Flight #11. I haven't always worn the bracelet through the last 10 years, but I bring Jessica's bracelet out on every anniversary and talk to her. This year I would like to share her memory with everyone in my Facebook community. I am so sorry your life got cut short Jessica. May you be at peace.
Marilyn Miller
September 10, 2011
I want to express once again my sincere condolences to the entire Sachs and extended family. I am a longtime friend of "Barbara" in Florida and feel a connection to your dear, precious Jessica. Her life story, albeit short, is certainly an inspiration to all. Rest well beautiful princess.
September 9, 2011
To the Sachs family -
Many prayers to you during this time and may you find peace.
Sarah Rossman Gilgenbach
John Marshall, H.S. -- Rochester, MN
Linda Gosselin
September 8, 2011
Still thinking about you Jessica. You are missed....
Matt Murphh
May 3, 2011
To the Sachs family....
I wrote in here a few years ago.... I said I would not forget Jessica. I have not. I though of her the other night when the news broke about the murderer finally being dealt some measure of justice.
I know it does not bring her back.... I hope it brings some measure comfort.... To know he is not around to torment or taunt.
I pray you have found peace.....
Jennifer Lawrence
May 3, 2011
May you finally rest in peace Jessica :(
joanne bevis
May 3, 2011
In Memory of Jessica , once our neighbor here in East Billerica. With the death of the man whose hand ended your life as well as many thousands, brings to us the memory of your life, taken, stolen, from your parents. Our neighborhood grieved for you then and remember you now. You are not forgotten. The neighborhood wont let this happen. Rest Softly now, sweet girl. Justice is now finally done.
Jeff
September 14, 2010
I met Jessica at PwC in Boston. I had a few conversations with her but I'll always remember her unwavering faith in Jesus. She spoke passionately about her relationship with Him, which I know comforted her on Sept 11, 2001. Jessica, thank you for being a shining inspiration for others about truly living a life given to Christ. Ephesians 3: 5-6
Sue Willcutt
September 12, 2010
My daughter Caroline was honored with receiving the first scholarship awarded at UMass in memory of your daughter, Jessica Leigh. We met you at the ceremony and I couldn't even begin to imagine the pain you were experiencing. I think of you often, especially on 9/11 and hope that your memories of Jessica have brought you comfort.
October 9, 2009
I never knew Jessica. After the tragedy, a local church teamed with a jeweler in the area, and they made silver bracelets, one for each victim from that day. I reached my hand into the box, and pulled out Jessica's bracelet. I admit I haven't worn it every day these last 8 years, but when I haven't worn it, I have kept it in a bed of rose petals. I have wondered often if I should get her bracelet back to her family. So, Jessica, even though I never knew you, I would like for you and your family to know that you made an impact far and away. Rest in peace and know that, even in death, you continue to inspire.
September 11, 2009
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Sachs and family,
I worked at PwC with Jessica and continue to keep all who loved her in my thoughts and prayers.
My continued sympathies on your loss.
Roxanne Johnson
September 11, 2009
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Sachs,
On this 8th Anniversary of 9-11, I wanted to let you know, as others have, that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
My family went to church with you at First Baptist in Rochester, MN. I have never forgotten Jessica even before she went to heaven. She greeted me almost every Sunday morning with her beautiful smile and bubbly personality. She and my son Marcus, were in youth group together, went to John Marshall, and they were friends. She has been to our home many times and Marc has been to yours. I'm not surprised that she remained close to Jesus and to you. She loved her Lord with a genuine faith and she loved her family. There are so many memories I have of her and I'm thankful for the time I spent with her. She truly was special.
It is hard for the Nation to think about what happened that morning in New York, but I know that the pain you must feel and the void she has left in your life is beyond words. I wish I could say more than, I'm sorry for your pain. My prayer for you now, is that her love will encourage you and that Jesus and His Holy Spirit will give you peace, comfort, and strength until the day you are reunited in Heaven.
There is a quote by C.S. Lewis, from the book Shadowlands, that seems appropriate when I think of Jessica and the nightmare of September 11. Lewis says, "The pain I feel now is the happiness I had before. That's the deal.”
May the happiness you had then sustain you in the pain now.
Prayerfully......
wendy ingles
September 11, 2009
you will never be forgotten. I will see you one day again in heaven. I had the pleasure of working with Jessica at UMASS with Intervarsity Christian Fellowship. She was a woman of integretity and faith.
Irena Hambalkova
November 13, 2008
I didn´t know Jessica... But my son Lukas studied at Hampshire and attended Mercy House in Amherst for one year.
That´s why Jessica is close to my heart.
I am sure, I will meet her in the heaven....
Irena Hambalkova,Pardubice,Czech Rep, Europe
Shannon Riley
September 11, 2008
To Jessica's family -
I started PwC with Jessica and we were in training together. We kept in touch although we were assigned to different groups after training. She was such a nice person and that is what I remember about her. I will never forget that day when I found out she was on one of the planes. It was devasting. I have since left PwC, but I think of her and your family every 9/11. I hope you continue to find comfort in your memories of Jessica. She will always be in my thoughts.
Matt Murphy
July 15, 2008
To the Sachs family....
I am not sure that I knew Jessica but as a Child I met Kathy, she was babysitting for some neighbors (The Weet's I believe) on 4th Ave. in Rochester, not too far from Hoover School. I seem to remember Kathy having her little sister with her but I can't be certain. When I heard the news I immediately thought back to those days in the mid 1980's with the neighborhood kids running around and Kathy trying to control the Weets kids....I have always thought about Jessica, and Kathy for that matter, since 9/11 and I always will. I go to New York often and I always stay at the Embassay Suites in the financial district....I always find Jessica's name on the memorial at the WTC site. She will never be forgotten.......I hope you and your family have found peace.....
Charidy
September 11, 2007
I think of Jessica every September 11th. I booked her flight to LA, I worked for Amex travel for PWC.
I remember her because she was the last call I took before going home for the day and she was just so SWEET!!!! When 9-11 happened I knew I had put someone on American flight 11, so I checked my calls and sure enough it was the really nice girl I had the pleasure of doing travel for.
My heart goes out to her family and friends. I didn't even know her and I know that she was very special. She will always be in my heart especially on 9-11.
Laurie Ballantine
September 11, 2007
I was reading the entries this morning, and I noticed that someone spoke of a mercy band. I, too, purchased one here in New Mexico. It was Jessica's. Most of the year, I keep her bracelet in a bed of roses, but around this time, I take her bracelet out and wear it. I tried this morning to explain to my 10-year-old daughter the events of that day, but I found it too overwhelming and emotional. I am so sorry for your loss and to all the other families who lost loved ones.
Geoff Hanson
September 11, 2007
God speed peace and comfort to your family on this, the 6th anniversary.
Melissa Bublitz
July 13, 2007
You know it is 6 years later and I still think about Jessica. Even though we were not good friends, we still laughed during band practice, ( I was a flag holder)and talked. I don't think I will get over this. It so senseless as to why she is gone, it makes me so furious.
I seem to think of Jessica alot since it all happened. I really did not think I would, but I am and I just don't have words on how to explain the way I feel.
She is still with you all, watching over everyone and smiling down, she smiled alot, that is Jessica.
Please take care and love each other because you just don't know what will happen the next day.
Emily Sheppard
July 12, 2007
Mr. & Mrs. Sachs & family
After Sept 11th I decided to purchase a mercy band to honor someone who had lost their life. In searching for a name I requested your daughter, as I have a daughter named Jessica as well. I wear the bracelet everyday and not a day goes by that I don't think of her and her family. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you always.
P Tabbernor
June 9, 2007
In memory....
kristine
May 4, 2007
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.
Lynn Landry (Bowles)
September 11, 2006
On this 5th anniversary of our nations tragedy we need to remember those individual souls that left this earth. Each one having their own story and leaving their own footprint. I'm so sorry for your lose. I trained Jessica when she was hired at OfficeMax in Billerica, Ma(approx. 1999). She came to my store (Nashua, NH) for training until her store was opened. She was always very pleasant and learned quickly. I fondly remember her calling me when she had a question or needed help. I can still hear her voice like it was yesterday. "Hi Lynn, Jessica." in her singing tone. God bless you and your family, and keep you strong.
Respectfully,
Linda Gosselin
September 11, 2006
Stephen and Karen I hope you are well. I have been thinking of you a lot lately...five years later. Still hard to believe...
Jill Browning
September 11, 2006
Mr.
& Mrs. Sachs,
I met Jessica as a student at UMass and recently wrote some of my
memories I had of Jessica, along with several other entries from
MERCYhouse church. My deepest sympathies to your family today. I am having a hard time focusing at work today. I have been escaping the
rest room to cry. I can't imagine the anguish you must feel, my heart
truly goes out to you. I pray that you rest in the comfort of the Lord
Jesus Christ, knowing that Jessica is living in a mansion that He has
prepared for her in Heaven. This is God's promise, and I place my full
faith in it! I am confident that God is using Jessica's testimony to
touch indivicual lives for His glory.
Pamela Rhodes
September 10, 2006
In early September of 2002, our church placed the names of many victims on small pieces of paper and left them on a big table. I picked out only one. It was Jessica Sachs. (She was pinned to the lapel of my coat or jacket for many months). On the morning of 9/11/02 there was a constant running of the names of all victims at the bottom of the TV screen. With children in school and work to get ready for, I couldn't read every name. For a brief instant, upon walking from the bedroom to the hall I glanced at the TV and read the name. The same one I had picked. What are the odds of seeing Jessica's name in that small instant? I knew she was an angel! I even stood up at a business meeting that day and asked for others to share a moment of silence for Jessica and all victims. This year, in May of 2006, I had the pleasure of going to NYC for business. There was only one thing I had to see in New York, and it was the WTC site. We walked the entire perimeter of this awesome place. When I realized we were walking in front of the thousands of names of victims, I was stunned to walk closer and realize not only that I was in front of "S" section, but the name that I saw immediately was Jessica's. God bless this precious soul. I'm sure we'll meet again!
Caroline Paddock
March 31, 2006
Jessica and I went to Junior High and High School together. We weren't really close friends, but I often think about her since that day in 2001. I've even talked to her and called out to her in times of need - something I didn't do at all when she was alive. I sat next to her in the junior high band, and I remember her always smiling and laughing. She was ever so sweet and polite all the time. Not a hint of attitude from this girl. She seemed so pure and good. She is. I wish had gotten to know her better back in school. My heart goes out to her family and friends. It's been 5 years and she's still in my heart and thoughts, I barely knew her. I can't imagine how her close ones must be feeling. She's obviously left a very bright and positive ripple effect down here on Earth. We love you, Jessica.
Chip Barton
April 17, 2005
I knew her brother Eric back in San Antonio and hope that he and the rest of the family find peace in her memory.
Stacy Peaslee (formally Sawyers)
September 11, 2004
Jessica, I kind of knew you but not as well as others. I was a year ahead of Eric at John Marshall High School in Rochester. And when I met you, even though there were a few years between us, I knew you were a great and special person. I even remember getting together a few times and watching Beverly Hills 90210. You were a fun person to be around. When I found out from Rebecca Venners-Johnson that you were a victim, I was saddened. I know that we didn't keep in touch, but just the fact that I knew someone that was a victim.
My prayers are with your family
Erin (Foreman) Schreiber
June 12, 2004
I first met Jessica at John Adams Junior High. We went to John Marshall together also. I was very saddened to hear that she was on one of the planes on September 11th. Her family is in my thoughts and prayers often.
Linda Downing
September 11, 2003
To Jessica's Parents
Two years has gone by and every time I go home to Billerica, I drive by your old home on Castlewood, I lived on University Lane and I say a prayer for you. My thoughts and prayers to your family. Reading all your tributes, you were an incredible young lady.
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