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Jack L. D'Ambrosi Jr.
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Jack D'Ambrosi Obituary
"Fishing, fishing, fishing."
That was what Karen D'Ambrosi said her husband, Jack, liked to do most when he wasn't at work, or helping out at church, or coaching one of his two daughters in soccer or basketball. Luckily, he had a friend with a lake on his property a few miles away from the couple's Woodcliff Lake, N.J., home, so almost every weekend, from April to October, he would cast a line. His best catch came this past summer, a beautiful 32- pound striped bass. ("Or was it 32 inches?" Karen wondered. "I don't know. It was big.") She even has a picture of him with it.
"He would come back from fishing trips loaded with bags and bags of fish and fish fillets," she remembered, laughing, "And he would just give it away, up and down our street. So everywhere we'd go, all over town, there would be people thanking him for the fish, you know, saying, 'We just had a barbecue, Jack, it was great.' "
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Michael Salsbury
September 12, 2024
I worked at J. Aron & Co. with Jack in 1988.
His stories of personally escorting precious metal shipments 360 degrees around the globe were amazing.
He introduced me to several mystery book authors I still enjoy today.
Patty Hunt
September 11, 2024
it is 9/11/2024, and I wanted to make sure that Jack´s wife Karen and his daughters know that there are those of us that are still and will always think of you. I went to Upsala College, and did not know Jack personally, but your stories that have been published keep his memory alive.
Nathan Roberts
September 12, 2021
I worked with Jack At Goldman Sachs. Every day after the market closed, he would come upstairs with the tickets from the floor and we would always have a quick chat. This is back in The late 80s. To this day, I will always remember what a nice pleasant person he was with such a great sense of humor. I watched the reading of his name again yesterday as I do every year and felt compelledTo share that simple story here. Not many people make an impression on you that you remember 30 years later. He was a bright spot in my day for a short period of time. Thank you Jack.
Nathan Roberts
Janet Fazio
September 7, 2021
Never met your husband, but my husband grew up with his Uncle Richie in the Bronx. My husband, Ronald C. Fazio, also died on 9/11. Ronald was Richie's best man and little Richard's godfather. Richie lived in Washington Township with Aunt Marilyn. I know your children were very young when their father died. So very sorry for your loss. My three children were young adults. Oh, Richie and Ronald did lots of blue fish fishing. We would go down to the Jersey shore so they could fish off the docks.
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Cindy Roe
September 6, 2021
Remembering Jack on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Was at the World Trade Center in Friday May 25. It must have been Jack's birthday and I wanted you to know he was not forgotten.
Lynne Smith
May 29, 2018
Janet Fazio
December 22, 2015
Jack's parents and his Aunt Marilyn and Uncle Richie we close friends with my husband Ronald Fazio, who also died on 9/11. He was a wonderful young man. I spoke to his Aunt after 9/11 and she was devastated by his loss. Jack used to meet my husband on the Path sometimes on their way into work.
God Bless everyone
Mike LaRotonda
December 21, 2015
I grew up on the same street with the D'Ambrosi family and always had fond memories of playing wiffle ball in their backyard. I would run into Jack occasionally on the Path train in Hoboken going to work & we would chat. Always remember him on 9/11.
Jacqueline Treguier
September 11, 2012
I remember Jack came to the second and say goodbye to us all ,he was leaving GS to join Cantor, we were so happy for him!
Sheila Sullivan
September 11, 2012
It's been 11 years, and I just wanted to let you know I still think about your Jack..a lovely person to work with..peace to you all
Janet Fazio
September 24, 2011
Dear Karen, You don't know me but my husband, Ronald Fazio, who also died on September 11, was the best friend of Jack's uncle Richard Colameo who was married to Marilyn. They were from the Bronx and lived in Washington Township, NJ.Ronald christened Richard Jr.I remember Jack Sr. and Jean very well, also Anita. I am so sorry for your loss. My three children were young adults when their father died. We were married 33 years.
God Bless you and your children. I am so sorry for your loss
September 11, 2011
Dear Karen, Jackie and Emily,
Today we think of all of you as we do every 9/11. Know your in our thoughts and prayers, today, always and forever.
Mark, Laurie, Jason, Brittany and Erica Yunka -- Woodcliff Lake 9-11-01
Sheila Sullivan
September 10, 2011
To Jack's family, 10 years later
My sincere condolences on this saddest of anniversaries...I just wanted to let you know that I will never forget your Jack..he was a colleague of mine at Goldman Sachs, and was just the nicest, funniest guy...I think of him every year, and wait for his name to be read each 9/11..I hope you take some comfort in the fact that good people like your Jack are still missed and remembered...
My best to you all
Sheila
Patti Roccaro
April 14, 2011
Dear D'Ambrosi family,
My father & Jack's father are first cousins. I am still saddened when I think about the tragedy your family has endured. I know that God has embraced the family. All of our loved ones are resting in peace. May your memories help you. Know that our loved ones are with us always & in our hearts always.
the Roccaro family
September 13, 2009
I am very sorry you never got to go fishing again. Your loss will never be forgotten -- your country still mourns you.
Just Another Sad American
Laurie Yunka
September 11, 2009
Dear Karen, Jackie & Emily,
Though years have passed, know that every year Mark and I wear the American Flag with the "J.D." that was worn on our daughters softball jersey's the following year. You are ingrained forever in our hearts.
Love,
The Yunka Family, Mark, Laurie, Jason, Brittany and Erica
Doug Abraham
March 31, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sheila
September 11, 2008
To the D'Ambrosi family,
My thoughts are with you on this saddest of anniversaries. I worked with Jack at Goldman Sachs for many years and he never failed to make me laugh. We will always remember.
Roger Wagner
February 4, 2007
Karen and Family,
I'm sure you don't remember me but I was a fraternity brother of Jack's from Upsala. I actually met you at Larry DiNorscio's party way back in the summer of 1990. That was the last time I saw Jack. I didn't hear of the tragedy until 2005, having moved to Florida several years before and losing track of many folks.
I was absolutely shocked and deeply saddened to hear of this.
I have nothing but fond memories of Jack. I hope the memory of him lifts your spirts and I wish you and your family peace and happiness.
Warm Regards,
Roger Wagner
Kristine
October 30, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
P Tabbernor
September 19, 2006
In memory....
Elizabeth Schmidt
September 11, 2006
Mrs Karen D'Ambrosi,
I do not know your family, but I am sorry for the loss of your husband, Jack. I currently attend Ocean County College in Toms River, NJ. I have to write a paper on a person in New Jersey. So, I decide to write my paper on your husband. If you do not mind sending me some info, I greatly appreciate it. Sorry for your loss again. God Bless
Frederick Abrey Jr.
September 29, 2004
Jack helped me to get into Upsala College in 1978. He was a few years older than me ,i did not know him at the time even though he was a neighbor of mine in Paramus, NJ. My Dad asked his Dad if Jack could meet with me down at the college and show me around. I will never forget the day i met him. He was a member of the faternity called the Gods (all the sport guys--and by the way Jack was a great baseball player) It was pledge week and they had this one huge guy pushing an old VW bug with no engine around and the other guys were sitting in the car smoking cigars laughing.The huge guy was joking and having fun also. Jack met me and just looked over- smiled and just started laughing at the situation.I will never forget it! He took his time that day to show me all around the campus and introduced me to a lot of people. I entered the college and would see him around the campus always smiling and joking around.He would always come up to me and ask me how it was going? He was a really nice honest guy and i am so thankful for knowing him and for his help to get me into the college.I value that education and always think of that day i met him and how he helped me.
Richard Zitelli
October 27, 2003
I graduated from Paramus High School a few years before Jack, and we got to know each other well playing softball on Sunday's. Jack, you were a great infielder and a great competitor with an excellent sense of humor. We were a better people with you around, and you will never be forgotten.
Jennifer Cload
September 11, 2003
Jack, Though I didn't know you, during a solemn ceremony here in downtown Toledo I was able to read off your name as one of the many people who died. I would like to say that I read your name with sadness, and with the utmost respect for you and your family. God Bless you and your family. I pray that they God helps them through this trying time.
nina silverstein
September 11, 2003
jack, thankyou for being such a great coach for me over the years. You were always so funny and kind. i will never forget you. God bless you and your family.
-nina silverstein
Ashleigh
September 11, 2003
Dear Mrs D'Ambrosi,
I am the stepdaughter of Craig Pearce. I was able to meet you at Jacks funeral.My dad told us all the wonderful memories he had and all the great things he had to say about you and your girls.I just came across this guestbook and wanted to express my thoughts and feelings I am truly sorry about Jack I was never able to meet him but he sounded like a wonderful person.I just wanted you to know we keep your family in our prayers.
The Pearce Family
Jane & Joe Caputo
September 11, 2003
Dear Karen, Jacqueline, Emily,
Jack is forever in our hearts. It has been two years since the tragedy and we hope some how you have found some comfort and peace knowing that Jack is watching over you. He is and will always be missed.
Love, Jane & Joe
John Godfrey
September 12, 2002
I worked with Jack at Goldman Sachs many years ago. Although I had not seen him since he left our firm, I remember him well and was deeply sadened when I learned he was among the many souls lost. I remember Jack to be a warm and kind man, someone who is surely missed by many.
May you and your family find peace and strenght in your memories.
Brittany Schwartz
September 11, 2002
To the D'Ambrosi family:
I'm a freshman at Elon University. To commemorate the victims, we chose victims' names to wear on a yellow wrist band. I chose your husband's name because I read a story about him in the newspaper. I also have the name of Thomas Sinton III on my other wrist. I believe I was lucky to find the president's name the same business (Thomas Sinton III).
Sheila Kemple
September 11, 2002
You don't me, but I work for Scholastic in Jefferson City in the computer room. A few of us operators were looking over the site and we read all of the wonderful stories about Jack. We just want to say how sorry we are that this happened. Your family will always be on our minds.
Jane & Joe Caputo
September 11, 2002
Dear Karen, Jacqueline and Emily,
We will never forget what a wonderful person, husband, father, and friend Jack was. He will be missed forever by us and many many others. Our wish for you is to some how find comfort and peace. Know that Jack is watching over you from heaven. Love to you all.
Stephen Guy
September 11, 2002
The D'Ambrosi family:
I too worked with Jack at JAron, and although I have not seen him in over ten years he was just one of those kind hearted, funny, truly genuine people that you wish you could be around every day. I am very sorry for your loss.
Me and Jack with the fish trophy
Sylvia Lim
September 11, 2002
Dear Mrs D'Ambrosi,
I used to work with Jack at JP Morgan. He will always be remembered for his loud laughter and his wonderful sense of humor. We all miss him and our thoughts are with you and the girls.
Jennifer Halaszynski
August 26, 2002
Jack, thank you for everything that you taught me at Norton Lilly so many years ago. You are missed. God Bless you.
Jennifer Halaszynski, friend
Wendy Harnish
May 30, 2002
Jack -
Always the guy with a smile on his face, a twinkle in his eye, and always playing a joke. Every time I punch holes in paper and think of you and all the umbrellas you stuffed with the holes, and all the people who got it. All in all, a wonderful person - I'm glad I got to work with you @ GS &Co, and to know you. You will always be missed
Your friend,
Wendy
Inathe Saliani
May 25, 2002
Dear Karen,
I worked with Jack at Goldman and went on that memorable fishing trip in Belmar that he put together for us. I met up with Jack again last summer when I started work at Cantor, he has a photo of a bunch of us from that fishing trip. He was such a wonderful human being. I cherish the memories that I have of him. I think of him and I smile. I wish you and your children every happiness in the world. May peace and love fill your lives.
Inathe
Marilyn (Jan) Taylor
April 12, 2002
Mrs.D'Ambrosio, You don't know me, but I will doing the quilt block in your husbands memory. I gather he loved to fish and did coaching for the daughters. I will make sure the block has this theme. I am so sorry for your loss. I lost my husband 13 1/2 years ago. It's a very sad time. May God bless you and yours. If you have an email address, i will send a picture of the block when it is finished.
Tracy (Palladino)Abate
March 27, 2002
Dear Jack's Family,
I use to work with Jack on the 5th Floor at J Aaron (Goldman Sachs). He always had a beautiful smile and a joke for everyone! I even remember that he put together a fishing trip for some of us to go on. We had a great time! He was a great person and although it's been years since I've seen or talked to him, I think about him often. I know that he truly loved his family and is watching over all of you!
Christina Caruso
March 11, 2002
Dear Mrs. D'Ambrosi,Emmi,& Jackie,
Everyone remembers Mr.D'Ambrosi and will never forget him and what a great person he was. We LOVE you all!!!
Love
Christina Caruso
Christina Caruso
March 11, 2002
Dear Mr. D'Ambrosi,
You were the best softball coach I have ever had. You let me pitch and put everyone in the positions they wanted to be in. You participated in all the activities at our school that Emily and Jacqueline wanted to do. You were so helpful at our church and went to all the events. You are the best!!
Love
Christina Caruso
Sandra Sebastian
February 13, 2002
Dear D'Ambrosi family,
You don't know me but I used to work with Jack at JP Morgan. I was a new college graduate; timid and shy and very intimated since it was my first job. Jack was always kind and sincere enough to smile and kid around with me and made me feel so at ease. His good heart touched everyone at the office and you can tell that he was loved and respected by all. I'm so sorry for your loss. Take care.
Ann Ledford (nee: Donnelly)
February 1, 2002
Dear KAren and family:
You don't know me but my husband, Ed, and I were college mates of Jack's. Ed and Jack were in the same fraternity, though we graduated a year ahead of him. I am so sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine the depths of what you are going through. My heart broke when I thought of the handsome, funny young man I remember from college. I remember his love of soccer. I remember the friends he hung around with. I remember seeing him walk past the townhouses on campus or across the quad. I took out my yearbook and found him on so many pages - standing in the sunlight, standing inside a building with his ski jacket on, caught sleeping. In my mind, he will always be 20 years old. His is the face I see as the icon of that day for me. Know that there are many people from years ago that are thinking of him and praying for you, even if you do not know us.
MICHAEL MORROW
January 21, 2002
DEAR KAREN,
I AM AN OLD FRIEND OF JACK SR.(FROM THE BRONX). THE LAST TIME I SAW JACK JR. HE WAS ABOUT 5 OR 6 YEARS OLD. I NOW HAVE MY FIRST CHILD SHE WILL BE 6 NEXT MONTH. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR KIDS.
MIKE, NANCY & ANDREA MORROW
Teresa Jahn
January 5, 2002
We are very sorry for your loss of Jack. May his fishing abilities, his life and love live on in you. May the sorrow in your hearts be lightened by warm memories of times shared with Jack. 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
Kate Dudonis
January 4, 2002
Jack, you took the prize everytime for best smile and best laugh. I miss you buddy. Watch over all of us that are missing you.
January 4, 2002
DEAR LORD BLESS JACK L.D'AMBROSI JR.
AND MAY HE REST IN PEACE WITH GOD
AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY
AND FRIENDS...MAY HE BE WITH ST.
PETER IN HEAVEN...THE FISHER OF MEN.
GOD BLESS AMERICA AND MAY WE NEVER
FORGET 9/11/01..AMEN.
Ron and Joan D'Ambrosi
December 24, 2001
Karen,our thoughts and prayers are with you in this Christmas Season. May your family find comfort and blessing in this joyous time of the year. We will miss Jack but he will want us to go on. Give the kids a hug, and may God Bless. Love Ron and Joan
Lisa D'Ambrosi
December 11, 2001
Karen, , Jacqueline, Emily, Jack, Sr., Denise, Beav & Dean:
I just wanted to let you all know that we are thinking of you this holiday season and that we love you very much. There hasn't been a day that goes by that I don't think of Jack. My memory of him is that he always made everyone smile. Please know that you are all in our prayers.
Love,
Lisa D'Ambrosi
Barbara Capalbo
December 1, 2001
I hope it helps to know that others are still thinking of and praying for justice and for peace for you and all those killed on September 11th. My heart goes out to you and your family.
leslie miller
October 25, 2001
Please know that you are not alone and find joy in wonderful memories! Our hearts go out to you.
Linda Gordon
October 17, 2001
Karen, We do not know one another but in reading these greeting's my husband sounds like your's reason being he always kisses me goodbye when I am sleeping then off to work he goes I always pray that god will ensure is safety and I know that I am blessed that he comes home. My one and only wish for you is to know that you will still feel those kisses in the morning but with more electricty because they are coming from heaven and every morning when the sun comes up know that it is he that lites your way should you ever want to talk I am always here (a e-mail away is all) stranger alike I really do care please take care because I know that jack would want it that way!!!!
Chloe Samuels
October 7, 2001
I am so sorry for your loss; my husband,too, is a lovely man - a loving husband and father. You will be in my thoughts. I know I can't do anything to ease your pain but I will try not to take my husband for granted and in that way your loss can be translated into more love.
Tim Heaton
September 30, 2001
Jack,
You always got the joke. I miss your banter. The laughter in your eyes.
Farzin Negahban
September 28, 2001
Dear Karen and children,
Although I was only in Jack's company while commuting to the city, Jack was the type of person that left an unforgettable expression, which was one of being a genuinely caring, generous, and loving man with a great big smile, who was foremost a gentleman! During this extremely difficult time, take comfort knowing that he touched so many lives.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barbara Bolin
September 23, 2001
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU ALL.MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
JACK MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
Neil Maidment
September 18, 2001
To Mrs Karen D'Ambrosi: I was deeply moved by the statement attributed to you in the 17th September edition of the International Herald Tribune,about your husband's last kiss goodbye while you slept, on Tuesday morning. I shall never forget it.
valerie balboa
September 17, 2001
May GOD BLESS YOU
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