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Rahma Salie Obituary
Rahma Salie, of Sri Lankan descent, grew up in Japan. Michael Theodoridis, of Greek descent, grew up in Switzerland. She was a Muslim; he converted to Islam before they married in 1998. They had received some good news a few months earlier.
Ms. Salie, 28, a graduate of Wellesley College, was chief operating officer of Cinoni, and Mr. Theodoridis, 32, a graduate of Boston University, was a technology consultant in Cambridge, Mass. They lived on the outskirts of Boston and were passengers on American Airlines Flight 11 on Sept. 11, on their way to a wedding in California.
Abdullah Haydar worked for Mr. Theodoridis at I-Cube, and when they first met, he informed his boss that he needed to go to a mosque on Fridays at lunchtime. "He said, `Yeah, yeah I know,' but with a name like Michael Theodoridis, you would not necessarily expect that."
Mr. Haydar remembers that he seemed to serve as Mr. Theodoridis's conscience during Ramadan, when Muslims are supposed to fast unless they are traveling. "He'd be in Germany during Ramadan, drinking a Coke, and he'd be like, `No, no, I just got here on the flight, I'm not not fasting," Mr. Haydar said. "It was a friendly thing between us."
When Mr. Haydar last heard from him, Mr. Theodoridis told him how excited he was at the prospect of becoming a father. Ms. Salie was seven months' pregnant with their first child.
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Gareth
December 10, 2024
Rahma was my babysitter in Tokyo. All the years I lived in Manhattan I couldn´t bear to visit the memorial at the World Trade Center. I ran away from boarding school at age 12 and ended up in Japan and Rahma was one of the first persons I met at ISSH graduation. It´s a long story. But there she was smiling and told me it was going o be ok! She´s dearly missed.
The Kindred Family
October 26, 2019
Our continued thoughts of deep sympathy we send. Everyday may God give the strength and peace needed. Rahma is still missed greatly and will always be remembered.
J M
September 11, 2019
I cant imagine what the friends and family of Rahma and Michael must be feeling today, but I offer my thoughts, prayers, reflections, and love to beautiful lives gone too soon. May every day become a little bit easier and may your tears give way to more fond memories over time. Thinking of you all on this day of remembrance ❤
Del Newberry
June 28, 2017
Thoughts and prayers are with yours and Michael's friends and families today. We will never forget. With much love from Texas.
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Jane Flynn
September 11, 2015
Remembering Rahma at the time she was a lovely smiling student in Tokyo and still stunned at the loss.
September 15, 2014
It was my honor to honor Rahma during the 2 Million Bikers to DC Remembrance and Honor Ride on 9-11-2014. The motto used in this country since this tragedy has been "Never Forget". To the family, know that I have not forgotten and never will for the remainder of my days.
September 11, 2014
I had the pleasure of working with both Rahma and Micky. My wife and i were friends with both of these beautiful people. My wife and Rahma were pregnant at the same time and our daughter Claire was born in November. Every time 911 comes around i have this terrible feeling of loss looking at what should have been that was stolen. We are so fortunate to have these memories of these wonderful people. When we leave this place we will get to see them again and thank them for providing us with their gentle guidance from afar. We miss you. Ash and Laura CT
L. W.
September 8, 2014
Thank you for your life.
T
September 9, 2013
Rahma, you were my friend, my chosen family, my insides. I miss you every day and will never be the same. It's been twelve years and it still hurts so much. I wish you and Micky had met my husband (you'd love him and he'd love you), I wish our kids could play together, I wish I could see your smile, hear your voice, hear your laugh, listen to your silly jokes...so many memories. So much lost. I love you and miss you forever. Every day. Still.
Sheng Torres
September 8, 2013
Today I ran a 5k, Run to Remember 9/11 in Sacramento, CA. I had the honor and chance to place a flag by your name in remembrance of you and your unborn child. Your name caught my eye, as I walked past, I knew I had to come back. Even though I'm a total stranger, you forever will be remembered.
Q
May 17, 2013
I've avoided looking things up for all these years. I had no idea that a page like this existed, or any of these tributes written by strangers ... and I'm so touched. I miss you EVERY day. I don't know why writing here today is making me feel like I am writing to YOU. But I miss you, and every day is a day without you. And even all the tears that I cry isn't bringing you back. Most days I'm ok and I tell myself to shake it or you'd be worried, but some days I treat myself and cry. And today, I get to cry.
ISSH classmate
September 10, 2012
Tomorrow marks 11 years - we miss you dearly.
Peggy Childers
September 8, 2012
To the family and friends of Rahma Salie:
Rahma 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.
Jeanette
August 20, 2011
May the God of all comfort bring comfort to the family and friends of Rahma Salie.
December 21, 2010
To the Family&Friends of Rahma Salie
I am so sorry for your lose.
May the scripture at Isaiah 28:5 bring you comfort.
childhood friend
September 12, 2010
Another year has gone by. Still think of you often...
Tom Thimot
September 12, 2010
You would be a great role model for my three daughters Rahma... Too bad you never met them!
ISSH Friend
September 18, 2009
Rahma, 8 years has come and gone, and I still think of you often. Miss you so much.
September 11, 2009
missing you rahma! and remembering you. i never got a chance to tell you just how much of a role model you were to me. thank you.
September 12, 2008
TBM
September 12, 2008
Miss you every day...more than words could ever express.
Ellie McKeown
September 12, 2008
Rahma, you are always in my thoughts.
Barbara Reder-Mescallado
September 11, 2008
As the year passes I do think about your smile in school.
I pray that you and your baby and your husband have a peacful rest in heaven. Miss you very much!
Midori Ishihara
September 10, 2008
I will always remember you as a sweet, outgoing and giving person.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Hisae Dias
February 26, 2008
I remember very well when Rahma introduced herself to me on my first day at ISSH. How she came up to me with a big smile was so warm and welcoming, I never felt alone since then. Thank you Rahma.
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sarah W
October 29, 2007
Your photograph is so beautifully heartbreaking..
Kumi Sato
September 11, 2007
As my sister said below, we knew Rahma through gymnastics and school. Her kindness was always in her smile! We all miss her!
Miki Sato
September 11, 2007
Rhama was one of my assistant gymnastics coaches at Sacred Heart in Japan, and I also knew her through her cousin Mona who was in my year. She was a role model for me as a young girl, and I will always remember her warm smiling face and sweet and caring nature.
Tracy
September 10, 2007
I miss you both so much, every day. Six years ago tonight we had our last phone conversation. I will always be grateful for that memory. I love you always...
miya french
September 10, 2007
I'd like to extend warmest thoughts to Rahma and her family today; may the fondest memories live forever and let us embrace the light in which she has given us.
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.
Paul Doolan
April 30, 2007
I met Rahma when I became a teacher at the International School of the Sacred Heart in Tokyo in 1990. I'll always remember how welcome she made me feel. She was so friendly and warm. The following year I was lucky enough to be her International Relations teacher. We had lots of laughs in class. I was so proud when she majored in International Relations. When Rahma was killed she was seven months pregnant. My wife was seven months pregnant too. Our daughter is now five and a half years old and my love for her sometimes is a reminder of how lucky I am, and how Rahma and Mickey were robbed of their happiness. My deepest condolences to their parents.
Livia C
September 11, 2006
Although I didn't know Micky well, Rahma was my cousin, but being older than me, she was like a big sister. I miss you both Rahma and Micky.
Tina
September 11, 2006
I worked with Rahma for only a short time but her positive impact on me will last a lifetime. I think of her everyday and remember her beautiful smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you always, especially this day, the fifth anniversary.
God bless.
T B
September 9, 2006
Rahma and Micky,
I can't believe that Monday marks five years that we have had without you. And tomorrow marks five years from the last time we spoke. Some people say times goes by so fast, but it really feels like longer because I've missed you so much. Honestly, not a day -- not one -- goes by that I don't think of you, still. Your messages are still on my machine, your numbers in my phone. I just can't let it go. Need to hear your voice. And I know that every time my eyes land on the clock at 9:11, and every song I hear that reminds me of you, every place I go to that we used to go to together, and every memory and dream with you in it is your way of saying hello. I love you and miss you more than I could ever express. Also, please keep my sister company up there! She loved you, too. And as corny as it may sound, I find some comfort in knowing that you're all up there together...probably telling stories and cracking jokes. Love love love you all...
Rachel
September 8, 2006
I worked with Rahma for a brief period in 2001 at a tech firm in Waltham, Ma. I was new to the company and didn't know anyone. Rahma was so helpful to me, asked me to lunch, and always with a smile. Although I didn't get to know her well, I can only imagine what a wonderful person, friend, daughter she was. My thoughts and prayers are with her and her husband and baby and of course with her family. You brought such a vibrant and lovely person to this world and I'm so glad I got a chance to know her.
TB
April 5, 2006
Rahma & Micky, I think of you every day and miss you so much...still and always.
Y Y
September 11, 2005
Rahma, it has been very fast 4 years for us-- you are always in our hearts...Love you forever, YY Tokyo Japan
Marisa Hildebrand
August 12, 2005
Rahma, You will always be remembered as the beautiful, smart, and talented girl with the most friendly smile. You are missed.
Y Y
September 11, 2003
Rahma, You are always remembered, two years later, 3, 10 and forever.
The fun times we shared skiing in Japan, and all the times in Boston.
Your warmest, charming smile will always be in our heart.
Kim Wall - Ormiston
September 11, 2003
Rhama, Michael, and baby Theodoritis you continue to be in my prayers and the prayers of so many people. I pray for your families too. I will always miss you and I love you.
Kelly Margraf
September 11, 2003
It is now Sept 11th, 2003 and I still cry when this day arrives. Rhama and I went to school in Tokyo at ISSH and along with all of our classmates, we miss her dearly. My prayers are with Rhama and Michael's families as we remember their wonderful spirits.
Michael Liou
September 11, 2003
Rahma was one of the kindest, most caring people I have ever known. I was fortunate enough to work with her in my first job out of college. In any time of uncertainty or whenever we needed guidance, Rahma was there for us. Whether it was a casual conversation or just saying hello in passing, you never walked away from her without a smile on your face. I am a better person for having known her. She was truly something special and she is deeply missed.
Ed Galgay
March 21, 2003
Rahma was a true joy. I would smile when I heard her voice and always laughed when in her presence. She had the gift of making one feel comfortable. I will miss her.
M
December 17, 2002
I miss you everyday...
Windy
October 23, 2002
I never had the priveledge of knowing Ms Salie, but extend my condolences to her friends and family of their loss with her passing. I participated in the Patriotic Parade in Phoenix, Arizona, honoring those who perished in the September 11 attacks. Over 4000 motorcycle riders participated in this parade, each wearing a bracelet bearing a victim of the attacks. This parade covered over 20 miles of road, which crowds came out and showed their pride in their country and those who lost thier lives last September.
It was a very emotional day for everyone, knowing that the person who's name we were wearing on our bracelet represented a mother, father, daughter, son or friend that died so needlessly. I still have the bracelet that I wore that day and offer to send it to Ms. Salie's family or friends as a token of sympathy in their loss. I can be reached by e-mail at [email protected].
May God bless Ms. Salie's family and friends and help to ease the pain.
Sincerely,
Windy Crow
Phoenix, Arizona
Barbara Misaki Reder
September 12, 2002
Rahma
I will never forget your smile that you gave us at the Sacred Heart International School in Japan.
We all miss you!
Class of '90
Jana Fox
September 11, 2002
Rahma and I graduated from the International School of the Sacred Heart in Tokyo, Japan. I will always remember Rahma as the warm, caring, and vibrant person that she was. She will truly be missed by many people. Her family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jana Fox
September 11, 2002
Rahma and I graduated from the International School of the Sacred Heart in Tokyo, Japan. I will always remember Rahma as the warm, caring, and vibrant person that she was. She will truly be missed by many people. Her family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Coriaty
September 10, 2002
Rahma and Micki, you will always be in our hearts...We know that you are now angels looking down upon us....
Pam Sheen
September 10, 2002
Rahma was a beautiful person, always smiling, always caring. I had the pleasure of working with Rahma only for a short time, but she made a distinct impression on my life. I pray for Rahma's and Mickey's families and hope that their memories bring some peace to this horrible tragedy. I am so very sorry for their loss.
Katherine Latham
September 10, 2002
Rahma was an inspiration to us all. She was a brilliant co-worker and a caring friend. My prayers to her family. We miss her terribly.
Baarbara Rush
September 10, 2002
A year ago today, life seemed so normal and now tomorrow will come with the rememberance and heartache of 9-11-01. I have worn a MERCY braclet and prayed every day for Rahma Salie and her family. It was not however, until today, that I re-entered this site and saw the article about she and her husband. I did not realize, until today, that Michael and their unborn child, too, had lost their lives that day. I will begin, today, to ask God to also give them eternal rest and let perpetual light sign on them. May God have mercy on us all.
Steven Bruno
July 25, 2002
Almost a year later I learned of Rahma's passing and today I am sick....I'll always remember you saying "NIPON" for doctor Donovan
May 31, 2002
Rhama & Micky were idols of love. They loved each other, their friends and family 100%. They were successful & brilliant people who took the time to get to know everyone & spread their kindness to those in their life. I will always remember them. They are 2 of the most beautiful people I have ever met. I wish their family much love, Strength & Courage to continue in life without them. Rhama,Micky and their families will always be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
May 14, 2002
MAY RAHMA SALIE AND MICHAEL THEODORIDIS BE TOGETHER IN HEAVEN WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..AMEN
April 20, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL WOMAN...RAHMA SALIE AND MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HER LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS...STAY CLOSE..PRAY...AND NEVER LET ANYONE FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA..NEW YORK AND THE GOOD PEOPLE OF BOSTON..MAY GOD AND HIS ANGELS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Sheila Werland
March 31, 2002
Rahma has a beautiful face and a beautiful smile. I am sure it shines upon friends and family from beyond our earthly sight. I pray for the her family and hope that they can someday have healed hearts and memories that bring some peace to them. I am so sorry for their loss.
Jeannie Ammermann
March 23, 2002
Dear Salie Family
On behalf of America's 9-11 Memorial Quilts Organization, we extend to you and your entire family our heartfelt condolences. May Rahma's kind, loving nature shower you with strength. We pray our memorial quilts that we have dedicated ourselves to creating for all the victim's will in some small way provide healing and faith in knowing America will not forget Rahma. Our thoughts and hearts are with you always.
God Bless You
J. Ammermann, President
America's 9-11 Memorial Quilts Org.
Chelsea Noelle Feirer
March 11, 2002
With the loss of Rahma came moments of thought filled with her strength of spirit, originality, class and caring nature. The world seemed colder the day I received word and I have not stopped missing her presence in Boston. She lives in many a hearts.
Dennis Devlin
March 11, 2002
I had the good fortune of working with Rahma for a short time during the Summer of 2001, and her energy, enthusiasm, and vitality brought joy to everyone she met. My thoughts and prayers are with Rahma, and all those who grieve her loss as I do.
Danielle Safran
March 11, 2002
Let Rahma's brillance shine amoung us in our memories. To her family let it be know that she was the businesswoman with the strongest
heart, the friend that was kind and insightful, the highest without speaking of high. She was the woman I most want to be.
Here is a poem I adapted for 9/11. It is reassuring to be able to share it with her loved ones.
the plan hides behind a black curtain masking the view of an unknown face, in the midst of darkness and smoke, or around crowded corners and our memories,
down empty streets, unfamiliar, with the hint of isolation. Through hallways in places where you're
nobody's friend to backrooms that breathe the air of hope and spirit. The plan flows along riverbanks where nature's hand delicately places fallen rose peddles on little, white furry creatures that search for honeysuckle, berries and mates; where pink and yellow
butterflies dance until twilight, and the wildflowers watch amazed; where the moon lights the sky and the music is the rhythm that summer's breeze and my heart play... where our hearts will live
forever, together in time and space.
I promise this place.
barbara ward
March 10, 2002
since receiving rahma's name on my
B.A.N.D. of mercy bracelet ,i have
and will continue to pray daily for
both her and her husband michael's
family.i am happy to see a picture
of rahma on this site as well as
read some of the entries from her
friends as it helps me to know something about the person for
whom i pray.
Kathy Swaringen
February 15, 2002
Today, February 14, 2002, 1 mile was walked to honor the life of Rahma and all the family, friends and loved ones he left behind. May you find some comfort in knowing that you do not grieve alone.
Rahma, may you rest in peace and know that you may be gone, but will never be forgotten.
Marti Ayed
January 27, 2002
I received Rahma's name on a B.A.N.D. bracelet to pray for the family daily. I consider it an honor to be a part of the prayer chain for these families. May the peace of God be with you, in whatever form you choose him.
catherine walsh
January 17, 2002
we only spent one evening in August with Micky and Rahma on a beautiful summer evening in Boston, we are praying for Rahma and Mickys families.
Teresa Jahn
January 11, 2002
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
Barbara Rush
January 3, 2002
I am wearing a "mercy band" with the name Rahma Salie. I want to thank her friends who wrote comments and sent pictures to this site so that I might know her a little. I will pray for her family and friends who lost this beautiful young woman on 9-11. She is in the arms of God and at rest.
Gretchen Thureson
October 23, 2001
Rahma was one of the kindest and sweetest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Just being around her gave a feeling of comfort and calm. My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of both Rahma and Mickey.
Divya Mishra
October 16, 2001
My heart goes out to you & yours. May God bless you.
Noreen Voto
October 10, 2001
A special gift
RAHMA SALIE AND MICKY THEODORIDIS
Sarah Masi
September 28, 2001
BARBARA BOLIN
September 27, 2001
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU ALL.MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
RAHMA MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
Sandeep Gupta
September 23, 2001
Rahma was effervescent personality who brought joy to everyone around her. My deepest thoughts for Rahma, Micky and their nereaved families.
A Kim
September 19, 2001
Rahma was a member of the Class of 1996 at Wellesley College. All who knew her remember her lovely smile and kind personality. She won't be forgotten. My sincere condolences go to her family and to her husband Michael's family.
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