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I´m a Texas girl that had to come to the big city for a work project. My friend who is a fireman down in Houston (also my home) flew up for the weekend and we went to the museum last Sunday. I was overwhelmed with emotions and sadness, but I wanted to rem
Hollie Winters
September 21, 2023
Class of 1983
September 19, 2023
Your LaReine sisters remember you always!!
sharona r
September 11, 2021
on the 20th anniversary of this horrific day i honor u and hope u will never be forgotten. i did not know you but had to choose the "friend" option and hope that's ok with your loved ones
Kindred Family
October 29, 2019
Sending our sincere condolences for your loss to your family. With each new day may God continue to give you the strength and peace needed to cope. Antoinette is still greatly missed and will not be forgotten.
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Monica Martin-Swinton
September 11, 2019
Thinking of you Toni... you will ALWAYS be remembered especially for the fun times you showed me on my summer vacations in DC. I love you cousin...
September 18, 2018
I just heard your story on a 9/11 documentary. Im from Alexandria VA and we are complete strangers but I want you to know I WILL NEVER FORGET! Your name will be added to my memories of 9/11. Blessings and love to your friends and family.
Puntadeleste Bozeman
September 11, 2018
Today the world remembered. I remember EVERYDAY. Your personality was infectious. We will laugh again one day. Rest my dear friend, rest.
Brenda Day
September 11, 2018
Another year passes without you. Your La Reine sisters still remember your infectious laugh. RIP. Class of '83
Karen Klimkiewicz
September 10, 2018
Blessings to all of Antoinette's family and friends. I will always remember her.❤
Del Newberry
October 20, 2017
I can tell from the many messages here that Toni was a special angel here on earth. I pray today for her many friends and family. We will never forget, and we thank her for her service to our country. Much love from Texas,
Brenda Day
September 11, 2017
Your La Reine sisters will not forget you.
Puntadeleste Bozeman
September 11, 2016
Dear Toni. Today the world remembers....I remember EVERYDAY. We will laugh again.. I miss you my friend. Love Punta
Kenyatta Itola Johnson
September 11, 2016
Toni was my cousin, but more like a big sister. She was the oldest child of our generation. She was loved by everyone her family. She is so missed because she would have become the matriarch that my family needs so much today. She was the glue for many of our relationships. I love and miss you very much Toni.
John Cummings
September 7, 2016
To the Family and Friends of Antoinette; I watched the Nova program tonite on television. I was so moved and filled with sorrow at your loss and the losses of all the families of those killed on 9/11.
Antoinette in effect gave her life for all of us and I am certain she is so terribly missed.
Very little any of us can say can change the pain, we can only offer our condolences and share the sorrow.
Our sincerest hopes for the well being of her family and all of those similarly impacted by the horrible events that day.
Carolyn Wivell
September 11, 2015
Dear Family and Friends of Toni. As I attended a rememberance ceremony today in our post chapel, my thoughts went to you, Toni. Your loss is still fresh in the hearts of those who love you. I am praying that memories of you ignite the desire in all of us to truly love and serve one another. Only God can give us the will to do just that. Peace to all who read this.
Sherman DeWilde, Age 9
Cheri DeWilde
September 11, 2014
Neither you nor your family know me, but I have a namesake of yours. He was part of the DHS canine bomb detection program. He did not meet the standards to become a working dog so I adopted my "little boy" from the program. He was 8 months old before I got to bring him home. He will turn 10 this November. I have always wondered about who he was named after and stumbled across this posting today. I think you and my Sherman would have gotten along very, very well. I pray your family is healing from the terrific loss of you...
Melanie Waites
September 12, 2013
We miss you Tony..
PUNTADELESTE BOZEMAN
September 11, 2013
TONI,
THERE IS REALLY NOTHING LEFT FOR ME TO SAY EXCEPT.. I MISS YOU. CONTINUE TO GIVE JOY IN HEAVEN AS YOU DID HERE ON EARTH.
Karen Johnson
September 11, 2013
Toni gone but NEVER forgotten. I miss you my dear friend.
Carolyn Nelson
June 11, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Puntadeleste Bozeman
September 11, 2012
Toni,
Here it is again, the day you were taken away from us. I often think of all the fun, enjoyable moments we shared together. Countless laughs, trips, and converstaions will forever be embedded in my heart. I miss your sense of humor, your joy you brought to me and others. But most importantly, I miss your FRIENDSHIP. Continue to make others smile in heaven. I know you are. Love, Punta.
September 30, 2011
Toni,
Although it's been 10 years, you are never far from my thoughts. I miss you so much. Lauren says I look just like you and my heart smiles. I am so proud of you and all that you accomplished in your 39 years. Know that your memory will live in our hearts forever. Say hi to Mother Dear, Grandma, Yvette, Sister, Grand-dad and my Pap-Pap for me. Until we see each other again. I LOVE YOU.
Your cousin, Kim
Carolyn Wivell
September 12, 2011
Yesterday, Sunday, 11 September 2011, I attended my Dad's church (also the church I grew up in) in Emmitsburg, MD. Part of the service involved praying for the family and friends of the name given to me as I entered church. I am honored to pray for Toni's family members, friends, and co-workers, who, most likely, miss her daily and continue to heal from the tradgedy of her loss. May each breathe bring you a step closer to Jesus, Who understands your every hurt and need. May your mind be flooded with His peace and with sweet memories of your beloved Toni.
Brenda Day
September 11, 2011
To the friends and family of Toni ... I was a classmate of Toni's at La Reine ... I will not forget. Peace and God's blessings be with you.
September 9, 2011
To the family of Antoinette Sherman, I continue to keep you in my heart and prayers. May God's peace be with you on the 10th anniversary of this tragic day in Americas history.
Susan Logsdon
Kim Harper
May 16, 2011
I think of you so often Antoinette...You will always have a place in my heart...love and miss talking to you!
Peggy Childers
September 9, 2010
To the family of Antoinette "Toni" Sherman:
Toni gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our heroes of September 11 be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you.
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Jean
September 11, 2009
I was given a mercy band with your name...reading thru I realize the love of a family & friend. Taking a moment to pray and remember you this day.....
Those whose lives were lost on September 11 will remain in our thoughts and prayers forever.
September 10, 2009
Puntadeleste Bozeman-Nickens
May 22, 2009
Toni:
Words cannot express my grief that i feel on a daily basis. I remember when we first met. It was on Howard University's campus. Your smile & personality was one in a million. Then you introduced me to your family. I felt accepted immediately. The trips, outings, & dinners will forever be in my heart. Your family took in this COUNTRY GIRL as your own. I will be forever grateful. You will forever be a friend, confidant,& pal. Thanks to your parents for raising such a beautiful person who loved others as much as she loved herself. The Clarke family will forever dwell in my heart & soul. I LOVE YOU!!
Susan Logsdon R.N.
September 11, 2008
To Antoinette's Family, I was at the burn unit with you the day before Antoinette went home to our Lord. Although our time together was brief and I did not know Toni, I have not forgotten her. I went to her special place in the memorial garden at the Pentagon and said a prayer for your beloved Toni and a prayer that her family now has some peace in their hearts. May Gods peace always be with you.
Edwina Underwood
June 10, 2008
To my loving neice, Toni. You are always in my thoughts and will always be in my heart. I love and miss you very much.
P Tabbernor
August 31, 2007
In memory....
kristine
June 9, 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.
charles haywood
April 12, 2007
my hope and good will for your family in their time of need for a family member who was taken from them.
Brianna Patterson
September 28, 2006
Antoinette, You were my godmother and I miiss you. If I could take back this horrific day I would. You made me smile whenever I was down, you lifted me and now that you are gone I daydream of us going shopping and just having fun together. I miss you so much. Even though I have never really met you, my mom always tells me stories about how close you and my mother were. It is hard to live with this pain, but I have to let it go. This is my prayer that you are safe in God's hands and that you are in a better place. I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thomasine
August 29, 2006
Please accept my condolences for the loss of your loved one. Although some time has passed. To some it can seem like just a day. Please know that you are not alone. God knows how you feel and he will help you. He will not leave those who are broken at heart. Psalms 34:18 reads: The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.
Carolyn Wood
July 19, 2005
I was a neighbor in Forest Heights. I lived cross the street from Toni. She was always very pleasant. We met through Strayer University and quickly realized we were neighbors. Toni and I always talked about positive things, such as school and children. I tried to encourage her to go back and finish her Bachelor's degree after she completed her AA. She was a lovely young woman and everytime I pass her old house, I think about her.
Kate Adler
September 11, 2004
Your strong spirit and enthusiasm for life, reflected in the comments of your friends and family on these pages, reminds me of how I value all my colleages in civil service. May God bless your family and your beloved memory.
Racquel Kelley
April 8, 2004
Tragically Ms. Sherman and I met briefly while we had just been rescued from the Pentagon. We were sitting on the grass and I turned around and there my eyes met Antoinette. I looked at her and asked was she going to be alright. I was told to turn around and that she would be ok. That's the last time I saw her. On Monday, I was released from the Washington Hospital Center; the same day God called her to his throne. I was very devistated because we had come in contact for that brief moment and now she was gone. My mom knows Ms. Sherman because she works for Child and Family Services, which was a sad day for the them because then knew Antionette along with me getting injured was a blow to all the workers there. Although I did know her personally, she will always be in my thoughts & prayers.
Racquel K. Kelley
IMCEN Pentagon Employee
Karen Johnson-Carter
September 11, 2003
Toni,
Gone But Never Forgotten.
This has been an awful hard struggle for me to except. 365 days out of the year, I think about you and the direction in which your life would be heading (I'm sure doing something adventurous). When I last saw you in the hospital, Stella and I planned how we were going to do two things (1). be there for you and help you get on your feet, no matter how long it took. When it turned out that you were not going to pull through, our second plan was to (2). watch over your mom and dad, which we have stuck to that plan. We have adopted them as our second parents and we work through this thing together. For every life you've touched, this tradgey has changed us in one way or another.
I miss you more than these words could ever express. "If only I could turn back the hands of time."
Marisa Boone
June 24, 2003
Toni and I went to LaReine High School together. I remember her as being funny but completely level headed. When I saw a recent photograph of her I noticed that her smile hadn't changed. I'm sorry that she died so young.
Kimberly Patterson
November 15, 2002
Antoinette,
It took a year for me to even look at the pictures of the victims at the Pentagon. I tried calling immediately after the attacks. I knew in my heart when I didn't hear from you that something was wrong. I called my parents and they didn't hear from you. When I called your house and found out that your phone was disconnected I knew the worse had happened. But I still wouldn't go to the list of victims. On the anniversary when me and my husband and your God-daughter Brianna scrolled down the list. I saw Cortez's name. When I went further I saw Antoinette's picture. I fell back and began to cry. I had just pulled out a picture of you and vincent over looking the mountains. Brianna said she is gone momma. I said yeah. If I could I would apologize for not granting your wish to see Brianna in the summer of 2001. Again, I let time pass by without a thought that you would always be there. One thing I will say that working with you at the Pentagon, living with you, and knowing you has touched me in a way that has been life changing. We had many ups and downs but the pros out wayed the bad. Mr. & Mrs. Clarke if you read this I say this to you. Antoinette changed my life. I could look at her life and learn how to be a survivor. God Bless you all.
Kimberly Harper-Pollard
November 5, 2002
I just found out that Antoinette was snatched from her life and I am devastated. We worked together at Drug Emporium for a couple of years and remained friends until I moved away. She was the sweetest, funniest person I had ever met. We had such good times together. To her family I say I am so sorry for your loss and to God I say take care of her she will keep you smiling!!!!!
Kim Pollard (Largo, MD)
Helen Caddes
October 31, 2002
Toni sounds like she was a woman who was a great example for those around her--a strong, kind, wonderful woman. I can tell just by reading the things about her I've read here. My heart goes out to her family and friends. May peace console your spirit in this time of mourning, and may her legacy live on, as I am sure your memories of her will live on in your hearts.
Bren Shack
September 11, 2002
As a nation mourns the one-year anniversary of these devastating attacks that took your life and thousands of others, I'm grateful for the memories we shared so long ago. I am forever changed.It's hard Antoinette, knowing your presence, your smile, your laughter will never be seen or heard of again in this life. Yet, in my heart, that's all I have left. You were a pillar to lean on; a giver and a privilege to know. You were and will always be an inspiration to me both personally and professionally. I miss you Antoinette and will remember you as long as I live. Thank you for all you gave me. YOU FOREVER LIVE ON IN MY HEART!!
Erik Olufs
September 11, 2002
I was given the privilege to wear Antoinette's name on my wrist at work today, September 11, 2002. I hope you can celebrate the life she had on this Earth and know that she is in a better place right now. As one American speaking for all, I thank her for making her own little corner of this world a great place and for touching the hearts of all those around her.
Johnny Milligan
September 11, 2002
Toni: I never got the chance to say "good-bye" after I made SGT and departed the Pentagon - so I will not say it now. This is certainly not good-bye, but until I see you again. Thanks for the memories you provided to my personnel office of the Pentagon. I'll continue to keep you in my prayers. SGT Milligan
Nedra Williams
September 10, 2002
Dear Toni:
Though your time here on earth was very short, you certainly made an impact on everyone who knew you.
I will ALWAYS REMEMBER you as my Maid of Honor.
Angelique Kwabenah
July 31, 2002
Toni, your untimely death saddned me and reminded me of all of the good times that we shared over the years at Metropolitan Wesley.I regret that we all didn't keep in touch more over the years, but I find solace and peace in knowing that although you are absent from the body you are present with the Lord. Your labor here was not in vain and I know that you are being richly rewarded for all of your hard work. Till we meet again. Love you always, Ba-Ba
Edwina Underwood
July 17, 2002
Dear Toni, We have NOT forgotten you. You are in our thoughts and prayers every day. We love and miss you so much. We miss your being our "travel directress", the kind words of encouragement that you "never spared" for distressed family members. Please know that your parents are taking care of Jamal beautifully; he is happy. Oreo is doing quite well with Uncle Mike. Rest well, and we'll meet again. Your job was well done. Your loving Aunt Edwina
April 29, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL WOMAN...ANTOINETTE (TONI) SHERMAN AND MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HER LOVING FAMILY AND FOSTER CHILD...GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK ...MAY JESUS AND HIS SAINTS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Trish Brennan
January 29, 2002
I am honored to wear the mercy band with Antoinette's name on it. I have been wearing it since Christmas
There have been many times that I look at it and think, she will never do this,and her band is a constant reminder of how grateful I am for my life. Just the thought of her has forever changed my life, touched my life in a way I can not explain. Today was the first time I saw her picture and she is even more lovely than I imagined. My heartfelt prayers go to her family and friends; I cannot imagine how sad they must feel. I will bear her name daily with much gratitude and hope. Thank you,Trish Brennan
Teresa Jahn
January 12, 2002
May Toni's enjoyment for fishing, her life and love live on in all who love her. We are deeply sorry for your great 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
Megan Glassey
December 14, 2001
I pray for you every single day! Antoinette is in the arms of Jesus now and smiling down on us from above. God Bless You.
Melissa de la Rosa
December 4, 2001
May God bless your family for your terrible loss. I do not know her, but she sounds like a wondeful person who was very special to a lot of people. The world is praying with you and for you. Please know this. We are crying with you. God Bless you.
Jan and Zane Azbarea
November 6, 2001
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Kathleen Ankney
November 4, 2001
We received prayer cards at church for each person who died in the September 11, 200l attack. I am praying for each one but in particular for Antoinette Sherman and those she left behind. May she rest in peace and may her family and loved ones know that others care and are praying for them.
Barbra Coleman
October 20, 2001
May God Bless this family and give you a sense of peace as the days, months, go by. I will keep your family in my Prayers.
Pamela Dean
October 3, 2001
Toni,
I remembered Toni from several accounting classes and can recall her kindness and her eagerness to finish those classes. I was truly devastated when I saw her picture in the paper. To her family I want to leave this scripture for encouragement and comfort. At Rev. 20:4, it states that" he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."
Bobbie Plymail
September 25, 2001
May you rest in peace Antoinett Sherman. May you the family of Antoinett Sherman find comfort knowing so many Americans grieve with you, and wish this terrible tragedy did not happen.
Barbara Bolin
September 25, 2001
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU ALL.MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
ANTOINETTE MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
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