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Fog cloaked the treacherous Colorado slope; a half-dozen skiers couldn't see past their ski tips. Then, through the soup, came a rhythmic clattering: Christopher Slattery, an expert skier, was banging his poles, leading them to safety.
To an ever-expanding circle of friends and relatives, Mr. Slattery, 31, a trader at Cantor Fitzgerald, was a leader and a catalyst. After college, he pulled together six guys to share a Manhattan apartment. Later, he took a caravan to the Kentucky Derby and two dozen Ranger fans to Montreal. At Giants tailgate parties, you never knew how many friends he'd arrive with.
But for a fellow who majored in fun, Mr. Slattery was remarkably thoughtful. Arranging a job for this acquaintance; paying for a room at the Plaza for that young woman to sleep it off. The exquisite toy horse that delighted his 3-year-old niece; the miniature color television set for his father to wear around his neck during Giants games.
A dying neighbor leaves Mr. Slattery's sister's wedding early: Mr. Slattery chats with him. Women tug at Mr. Slattery's sleeve: come dance! No, says Mr. Slattery, I want to talk with this gentleman. The ill neighbor chooses to stay. Mr. Slattery has compelled him to celebrate the good times a little longer.
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September 12, 2016
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Christa Leary
September 11, 2016
Seven days after you passed, I joined the Air Force. I didn't know you, but you changed the course of my life and the memory of those like you drives me still. We will never forget. Know this and rest in peace. God Bless.
September 13, 2014
I used to cut his hair when he was in high school. Nice kid!
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Juliet Peters
September 11, 2014
You are part of my best childhood memories. Thank you.
Eggbert, Harold, Humperdink, and Pablo agree.
Perri Silverstein
September 11, 2013
I didn't know Chris but I know his mother because she was my audiologist and I always watch the memorial for Chris's name. I will never forget 9/11. Rest in Peace.
Brooke Slattery
August 20, 2013
I didn't know Chris but I have the same surname, it is a way for me to personalise what happened. I see his picture and read what his close ones have said about him. I went to the memorial last year to pay my respects where his name was. My thoughts are always with him and his family and friends.
Bill Osborn II
September 11, 2011
I too today (9/11/2011) recieved a card at my church, Christ United Methodist in College Station, Texas with Christopher's name on it so that I would have someone special to pray for. My prayers are for peace and serinity for Christopher's family and friends today and for years to come till we all gather in heaven united with love. God Bless y
all.
Bill Osborn II
Bryan, Tx
Claire Mullen
September 11, 2011
Chris is strong on my mind today, and as always, I have our last picture together right by my front door. Every day I remember him fondly; it seems impossible that a decade has passed. Chris, your kindness and humor will be forever in my heart. Much love and care to his family today.
Jenna Gonzalez
September 9, 2011
I'm reading this today because at my high school, Pasadena Memorial, I was given a card with a name on it of someone who had passed away 10 years ago on Sunday, September 11th, 2001. As soon as I got home, I googled the name i had gotten: Christopher Paul Slattery.
Chris Spelman
August 15, 2011
Chris sat in front of me in Highschool at Chaminade. He was a great guy, always in good spirits. He introduced me to the world of ski trips to upstate NY and VT. He had a good bunch of friends in E. Norwich. I couldn't believe it when I first read his name. I have been thinking of him this year of course, and coming across this photo memorial I had to look him up again. To his family and friends, I'm sure you know he's smiling down on us, telling St. Peter funny stories, and still bringing the steaks! I'll be toasting to you this season Chris. It'll be a premium brew in the snowy woods of VT.
Christopher Slattery
February 24, 2009
Everytime I look myself up on line, I see your story. It is amazing the similarities- I tailgate every Buccaneer game, not only do I golf, but I am a golf professional, and I try at every moment to be the life of the party! The comments from your friends and family truly show how strong the Slattery name is, and I am proud to be one. I feel fortunate that I am still here, and I will try every day to make your name, and mine, proud.
Doug Abraham
December 30, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
mike orr
May 28, 2008
i dont know you but you share a last name with my brother and sisters god bless you
Doug Abraham
December 30, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Kim Kuhns
September 12, 2007
I remember being in first grade with his brother Danny. His mother was pregnant with Christopher. We were all anxious for the birth of Dannys new sibling. I remember the day his mom brought Christopher in to class for us to see. We all were in awe with the arrival of such a blessing. He then came to my house, clinging to his mother when he was about 4, when Danny came over to see how I was doing after Danny accidentally broke my nose on the playground. When 9-11 happened I had two boys of my own around the same ages of that memory. My heart broke for his mother. She was extremely sweet and did not deserve this fate. I hope Danny is doing well, we lost touch but I remember those years like yesturday. Your in my thoughts and prayers. Your old Birmingham Buddy, Kim Kuhns
kristine
August 19, 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.
P Tabbernor
March 14, 2007
In memory....
Carla Silvestre
September 13, 2004
Chris,
I never knew you but you and I share a birthday, December 30th. As I watched the memorial services this weekend marking the 3rd anniversary of that horrible day, I saw someone hold your picture and saw your birthdate. Every year that I celebrate my bday, I will also remember you and pray that you are at peace.
God bless you and your family xoxoxo
Claire Mullen
October 24, 2003
I still look at Chris daily in a picture we took the summer of 2001. He is still as missed as that first moment the realization of the loss of him hit home.
Regards to Chris' family: rest assured he will always be thought of with love.
Nancy Warren
September 11, 2003
REST IN PEACE CHRIS. MEMORY ETERNAL.
jim douglas
September 11, 2003
i worked with chris when he first came into the business world at kidder. he had a natural character always able to take a joke and give one back. it was my honor to have known him. and i'm sure on 9/11 chris made sure he helped someone before trying to help himself. god bless all who were lucky enough to have known him.
Stacey freedman
September 15, 2002
I did not know Chris, but I know his mother, since have the honor or working with her. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Chris I know will by family and friends and those who did not get the chance to know him.
Charlie Rios
September 13, 2002
I did not know Christopher, but I read his name in San Diego at the Star 100 Radio Station Liberty Bell ring to remember all the people that perished on 9/11. It's kind of funny because I am a skier too and now I can identify with Christopher. God Bless you Christopher!
Janet Weeks
September 13, 2002
Members of the University of Pittsburgh community placed 3,041 flags on the lawn of the Cathedral of Learning on 9/11/02, each bearing the name and age of a victim of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, as well as the flight number or location. At the day long closing of the "Flags for Heroes" ceremony each attendee was to randomly select a flag for keeping. I chose Christopher's flag. I will put his flag along with other family treasures away to be handed down to my grandchild. Christopher will be remembered. Because man has a soul he will not die. His soul will go on forever and his spirit will always be a part of my family.
Dana Inzeo(Luppino)
September 11, 2002
I met and got to know Chris at Fairfield University where we graduated the same year. Although not a close personal friend, we hung out in a mutual group of friends. Chris was always someone I wanted to know better because of his care-free, friendly, sensitive way. He was beautiful inside and out. I was deeply saddened when I learned of his death through a letter from Fairfield University. I cried for the loss of such a special person, I cried for his family, and I cried for a fun-loving person whom I had shared a significant part of my life with. He will live in my thoughts, memory and heart.
Margaret O'Sullivan
September 11, 2002
I remember Chris as the sweetest guy, always looking out for others. He was funny, charming and so generous. He was always up for a good time. He was a customer at the bar I work in and it was always a pleasure to see him. The last time I saw him he was playing air guitar to a rock song the dj was playing. Other customers were giving him odd looks but he didn't care or notice because he was having so much fun. He got a bunch of us up, dancing and laughing. Chris was singing along and doing his best Chuck Berry guitar moves. It made my night. He was a genuinely good guy. He will be missed.
Robert Villare
September 10, 2002
I met Chris when he first started working on Wall st at Kidder Peabody" we worked close together an no matter how bad my day was going Chris always can make me laugh he will be missed an the one year anniversary of this tragedy I offer my deepest sympathy to christopher family.May god watch over you forever
Millie Tedaldi
May 30, 2002
When I first read the news about Christopher's death I was in shock. I remember Chris as a kind and thoughtful young man. I will always see his smiling face. My deepest sympathy go to his family. May God Bless you and give you comfort. Millie
Angie Campbell
May 16, 2002
May God bless you and the family and friends that you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in peace forever more.
May 2, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG MAN..CHRISTOPHER PAUL SLATTERY..MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK..MAY JESUS ..ST.CHRISTOPHER AND ST.PAUL GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN....AMEN
Kelly O'Nell
March 13, 2002
Remembering Chris is quite easy.
He had a young honest face, a contagious smile, and a never ending enthusiasm for living life to the fullest. Chris's spirit embodied great love and respect for his family, a strong sense of loyalty to his friends, and a caring heart that never ceased to give.
Chris touched my life with only a few encounters and yet the sadness of his death will remain with me for a lifetime. My heartfelt love and condolences go out to his family. May you find comfort and solace in remembering just how special he truely was to everyone that he encountered.
With all sincerity, I can say that Christopher Slattery was a truely remarkable and rememorable young man.
Kara and Joe Donovan
March 13, 2002
I met Chris through Chris Crotty, whose is a friend and former roommate of my husband Joe Donovan, while I living in NYC.
I did not know Chris that well but used to see him once in a while at Joe and Chris's apartment or Fitzpatrick's on the Upper East side.
I remember when my husband and I had to move a heavy sofabed up three flights of cramped stairs to our new apartment one hot summer day. I could not really help too much, and Chris happened to be visiting the old apartment. Joe asked Chris for help and Chris kindly obliged with a smile. Thank gosh for Chris or that couch would still be stuck in the stairwell! It was so nice of him to help out. He was a kind person.
We are saddened by your loss. Have strength and may memories comfort you.
Kara and Joe Donovan
lucy loguidice
December 12, 2001
i knew Chris from kidder peabody he was a really great guy. One of the nicest guys you could have ever met. I am so sorry for what had happened to you my sister, her friends and mine. REST IN PEACE BECAUSE YOU ARE TRULY AN ANGEL
Teresa Jahn
December 11, 2001
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
Tom Brown
October 30, 2001
Chris Slattery worked with Rosanne Lang as brokers for Schwab's Equity Index Funds. Everyone on our team still mourns their loss.
I knew Chris for 2 years and he had been out for business meetings and social events several times. Chris would often send the group S&P index change notification emails as well as general market commentary. While Geri and Rosanne worked the index change deals, Chris and I would often talk to settle up, book the trades and deal with any back office issues.
I personally liked Chris a lot and will always remember him as a kind and gentle guy. Chris never put on airs with me, pretending to be some big shot going a million miles an hour. His down home approach made me feel comfortable around him and he had earned my trust professionally.
I had hoped to get to know Chris better. Chris, Rosanne, and Tim Grazioso stopped by our office for a meeting several weeks before. Chris and I sat next to one another, but it was one of those quick meetings where we didn't really get a chance to talk. Before I knew it we were off to trading for the day and the Cantor folks were presumably off to see another client.
Positive memories are when Chris and Rosanne came out for Schwab's $100 Billion party and a dinner at Aqua on California Street where Chris met my wife and newborn daughter. I can still hear Chris's voice on the phone from our conversations, "Hey, Tom".
Although we are far from NY, the WTC attacks will forever be in my heart - not because it was a tragic event that goes down in the history of our nation, but because I will forever think of my friend Chris Slattery.
-Tom Brown
Charles Schwab, San Francisco
Oct. 30, 2001
PS: I saw Chris's name in a local newspaper as having been identified not long after Sept. 11. But, that's all I've heard. I'd like to invite any family members or friends who would care to share Chris's story to email me. Personally, I think it would help with closure. Thanks.
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