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Robi and Peter R. Kellerman planned to have children, but first they had dogs.
Mrs. Kellerman was more like Maverick, the excitable black Labrador retriever. Mr. Kellerman, his wife said, "was totally Bosco," the mellow chocolate Lab with the adorable face.
A slight problem: some of Mr. Kellerman's six nephews were scared of Bosco and of Taylor, the German shepherd. The nephews range in age from 5 to 13, and Mr. Kellerman played with them so enthusiastically that their friends' moms wanted to book him for birthday parties. "He was just pure fun," said Pam Fox, a sister. "Whose uncle plays PlayStation all day?"
Uncle Pete, 35, was also a partner at Cantor Fitzgerald.
A drummer and motorcyclist, he gave one set of nephews, the Dicksteins, his old helmets and once gave each of the Fox nephews a set of real drumsticks — not toy ones — then initiated a jam session on the coffee table.
Mr. and Mrs. Kellerman grew up three blocks apart on the Upper East Side but did not start dating until they met at a basketball game at Madison Square Garden in 1998.
The Fox boys now sleep with the drumsticks under their pillows. One is afraid to cry, because the tears might never stop. But they have since warmed up to the dogs, Mrs. Kellerman said. "He'd be so proud."
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Think of you Pete.
Ted Jackson
September 12, 2021
Tony Barkan
September 11, 2021
I miss you Peter. Rest In Peace. And thank you for the great memories.
Curt L
September 11, 2019
Never Forget. Thinking of you on this 18th anniversary Pete.
Carol G
April 27, 2015
Rest in peace, Pete.
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Hal Kellerman
September 11, 2014
I just learned that Peter was my second cousin. I wish I would have had a chance to meet him as I don't know any of my relatives and family history on that side of the family. Rest peacefully cousin.
Virginia Delvalle
September 11, 2014
Pray for all the deceased and their families.
Jon Bott
September 13, 2012
It is the day after Sept 11th, 2012 and I have honored you yesterday as I always do Pete. I did not see this tribute to you yesterday and I feel remiss over the last 11 years for not having found this wonderful site and the lives and stories of people you touched. You and I shared some great times together and bonded on so many levels. I will never forget you and turn to you for advice periodically while walking my dog(We love our dogs) so that I don't take things too seriously. You always gave me perspective, humor and a calmness that no one could offer. Thank you my friend-your lack of presence physically is painful, but your mind, memories and spirit is something no one can take away from any of us. You were a powerful spirit/old soul and a great force for all of us to reflect upon and use within our lives.
Liam McCann
September 11, 2010
Always in my thoughts Pete. I see you in the spirit of my daughter everyday. Your child-like state was your greatest gift with your generosity a very close second. Wish you were still here amongst us.
Peter and Nana Sweetie
September 11, 2010
Peter the drummer
September 11, 2010
Curt L
September 11, 2009
Pete
Thinking of, as always, on this day that started out so clear and bright but changed the world in an instant. We will never be the same. We will never forget
Liam McCann
September 10, 2009
Another year gone and not missing you any less. I feel your presence in my life everyday. Have you run into Andy Kessler yet? It's been a tough and crazy year. Hope you're not beating God at Poker too badly. Let him win once in awhile so he's not so grumpy with us morons down here!
Ted Jackson
September 18, 2008
Think about Pete often. Miss jamming in the LEO with all the gyuy. I now work at Cantor myself and feel a special bond to the place because of you. Always laugh when I think about Tulane and all thre great crazy times. Lunal Elcipse rocks forever. ERJ
Curt Lockton
September 11, 2008
Pete,
Thinking of you on this anniversary. The Lunar Eclipse fun we had at Tulane will always be a great memory.
William Dickstein
September 9, 2008
I remember when you would take me riding on your motorcycle, dont have my own yet, buy have a moped. Your family misses you.
-Your nephew
mia Levitt -Rizzo
October 18, 2007
dear peter and family,
we go way back from when we were neighbors in Lawrence and reconnected in Manhattan. I have the fondest and fun memories of you. i think of you always. i will always miss you
Mia Levitt and Family
P Tabbernor
November 23, 2006
In remembrance....
Kristine
November 7, 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.
Darin Vazquez
October 19, 2006
Pete, well how can I ever forget him? Met him at Tulane U., where I played with him in a band for a couple of years, and we became good friends. Well, the band broke up, in bad blood, and so did our friendship I guess. I have a lot of memories that I won't share here. LOTS of stories, let's leave it at that. I alwayes looked up to him, as someone "cooler" than me or damn near anyone else. Another friend, Eric Sand, met the same fate. I knew of Eric's passing right afterwards, but didn't find out about Pete until a couple of years later and it really broke me up. If you want to hear some of those stories, well just contact me. Also have recordings of Pete's drumming in our somewhat awful band, but which was so much fun and a formative experience for me as a musician and person.
Jennifer Souza
September 25, 2006
To the family of Peter Kellerman-
Although we never met, Peter is in my prayers and thoughts every day. Immediately following the Sept. 11 tragedy, I attended a mass at my church. There, they had a tree with pieces of paper listing the names of all of those who died on Sept. 11. The name I drew was Peter's. While I knew nothing of him, I felt drawn to this name. After reading an obituary for Peter online, I realized that he was the exact same age as my sister, who works in NYC for Morgan Stanley. I just wanted you to know how sorry I am for your loss and that Peter remains in my prayers, everyday.
Liam McCann
September 11, 2006
I always kidded you about "selling out" to the corporate world and you went on to lecture me about the virtues of capitalism and how it is the underpinning of the well-being of this country. I never thought you would die while supporting that ideal. Your character and resolve are typical of the people who make this country great. You had a wonderful balance of natural intelligence and playfulness. I still think about you everyday bro. I hope you have found peace wherever you are. Please keep a watchful eye over me and my family. I will see you again.
Mary Shusta
September 25, 2004
Shortly after September 11th the Cathedral of Christ the King in Atlanta, GA had a Remembrance Mass for all who had died. During the Mass everyone was invited to come forward to select a card with the name of someone who had been lost. We were encouraged to pray for the person that we selected and remember them in our daily prayers. I picked the name Peter Rodney Kellerman. I never knew Peter but feel that somehow I know him a little though the messages left my others and my prayers for him. His name card still stands in front of my statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. I continue to pray for Peter and for his family and for all those who are still suffering the loss of loved ones.
Pat Stuczynski
August 11, 2004
My brother Paul Kellerman sent me this list just recently and I wanted you and your family to know that even though we may not be related by blood, we are by last names, you see my maiden name was Kellerman. Our family came from the area of Queens, Ny and when my father retired from NYFD in 1959 from Engine Co #233 we moved from NY and landed in California. My father probably knew some of the firefighters that were also lost in the tragedy of 9/11. My husband and I visited the New York area in the late 80s and have pictures of us on the top of the Trade center.
Our heartful sorrow for you loss of your beloved Peter and the ironic thing is that I have a brother in las vegas with the name of Peter also.
God Bless you and keep your beloved Peter in his warm embrace and know that he is lost but will never be forgotten.
There isnt a time that I see the skyline of New York that I dont think of that horrific day, and mourn for all that perished.
God Bless you
Pat
May the Lord Take them all in HIS HANDS !!!
Paul Kellerman
August 11, 2004
I have a couple of connections to the 9/11 tragedy now I guess. My Father was a NY Fireman in Brooklyn for 20 yrs.(Eng. Co 235) and I knew many of the Older Fireman that perished in the Trade Center and now, even if it is in name only, I have a connection with your loved one, Peter. I pray for him as well as all the others that either died or were affected by this tremendous tragedy. It is even more poigant that I also have a brother named Peter Kellerman. My prayers are with you. I know in some distant way, we are related, so I do feel your pain! GOD BLESS YOU and Your family!! Paul Kellerman, Henderson, NV
Liam McCann
February 24, 2004
I was moving my family out to Long Island last Sept 11 and the band Zebra came on the radio. Peter and I like these guys and the song being played NEVER gets played on the radio. It has flashy drum parts and was one of Pete's favorites. I chuckled to myself and thought there was some invisible influence on the DJ.
I see Peter everyday in the playful spirit of my 6 month old girl and am upset and angry that he couldn't be here to teach her how to be a kid. I suck at playstation and would have needed his expertise to eventually teach her the nuances of Madden football.
Mark Usow
December 19, 2002
Dear Peter,
I feel that we would have become great friends. I am sorry that we will never get the chance to strengthen our friendship.
It is obvious to me that you and Robi were an exceptional couple. You have inspired Robi to create a very positive foundation that will hopefully bring some good to the lives of young musicians. I am sorry that your life was so tragically cut short. I miss you.
Mark
Ariane Sabatini
September 30, 2002
Robi- Take it one day at a time.
Peter- Watch over her and let her know you're still with her. And if it's true that all dogs go to heaven, I imagine you're in a great place...
Sam Fisher
September 11, 2002
Josh and I had so much fun with "Peety". We used to rib each other all the time. We used to joke that Petes soloflex machine was the most expensive coat rack we had ever seen. Or the time we hid Petes entire meal from him...while he was talking to my wife at the table! The last time I saw him, I was driving up 79th Street. He was crossing the street with Robi. I pulled over and said hello. He just looked so proud and confident.
Christy Musumeci
September 11, 2002
I went to high school with Peter, lived in his building in Manhattan and lived in the same complex in Southampton. Even though I hadn't seen him for years, I still think of his curly, tousled blond hair, and mischevious, fun-loving nature as a kid! To hear that he found such happiness with Robi was wonderful, to hear he was taken from this earth, heartbreaking. His memory lives on with all of those lucky enough to know this special person. From me, my brother, Ross and father, Al, our prayers and best wishes go to the Kellerman family.
Phil and Sherry Steinfeld
September 4, 2002
our families go way back to the beginning and I remember the day you were born...I remember the joy you brought to your family, the laughter always in your eyes and your heart. You were and always will be a beacon of pride for your wife, Robi, your mother Joyce, your sisters, Pamela and Lisa and your adoring nephews.
Rest in peace and be carried on angel's wings.
Deborah Dogul
September 4, 2002
I work in a hospital in RI and as a 9-11 tribute we are writing all the names on cards and then decorating and writing messages on the card. they will be put up for pubic display. I randomly selected youur name. It sounds like you were a kind fun loving family man whose life was cut way too short. I will pray for you and your family and your dogs. May God keep all of you in his care. Godspeed.
Chris Fleming
August 9, 2002
I'm sorry bro that you never got to meet Sam. He's a beautiful little boy...remember when you where asking Robyn how everyone was taking her marrying a non-jew and she said great - no problems. Here's the result man. I miss watching you and Rad go at it...
Elise Miller
May 24, 2002
Peter will always be rememberd in our home as the man that made us laugh. He would say things that only PETER could get away with...and we will never forget them. He was a soft, loving and happy person, whose love for Robi was true and deep.
We miss you Peter...you left your family too soon. We will do all we can to help Robi by giving her the kind of unconditional love that you sent her way.
Elise, Skip, Dusty and Maggie
Stephanie Isaacson
May 20, 2002
Dear Peter:
As a dear friend of Robi's, I can only send to you the most heart felt gratitude for giving her a love so deep and a connection so strong, that she can now spend the rest of her life knowing and beieving that wishes and dreams come true. You are a gift and I know that what you have given to Robi is, in some remarkable way, enhancing her unrelenting strength and courage. Like you Peter, we love Robi very much and will forever be with her to give her the support and guidance she absolutely deserves. You have touched us all and we love you!
Your friends,
Steph, Cory, Savannah and Cole
Hillary
May 16, 2002
Dear Peter,
My most vivid memory of you is on your wedding day - and how during all the craziness and confusion before the actual ceremony, you were only concerned with how your beloved Robi was doing. The two of you laughed as the Rabbi never showed, and all you kept saying is that you were fine as long as Robi was O.K. Your first concern was your beautiful bride.
The love you shared was truly special and magical. I know you are watching over Robi now, and that you would say the same thing today that you did on October 9th - "you are fine, as long as Robi is O.K."
You will never be forgotten and you are very much missed and loved.
Peace and serenity, Peter.
Amy Arnberg
May 13, 2002
Dear Peter,
Words can not begin to explain how much we love and miss you. We think about you each and every day and have our little Jackson Peter to remember you by. We promise to honor your life by telling him all about you and making sure he knows what an amazing man he was named for.
Robi is hanging in there and you should be so proud of her. We also promise to make sure she is OK and smiling as often as she can.
Pete, our hearts and thoughts are with you...ALWAYS.
So Much Love, Schlissy, Howard, Harrison, Jackson Peter, Jerry and Nala! PEACE
Angie Campbell
May 2, 2002
May God Bless you and the ones that you left behind on 9/11/01. I did not know you or anyone else who passed away on that horrible day. I will never forget what happened or how much it hurt. May God watch over the family and friends that you loved. Rest in peace forever more.
The smile that said it all.
Liam McCann
April 6, 2002
Pete was a guy who knew how to bring you out of yourself and make you feel so alive. He had tremendous courage and spirit as was witnessed in his competitiveness and his ambition. I will miss him and hope to see hiim in the afterlife
Richard Prentice
March 11, 2002
Dear Pete,
I still miss you and am in the midst of swearing off your favorite tobacco products. Keep fighting!!
Love, Rich
February 11, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN PETER RODNEY KELLERMAN AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS.GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS..STAY CLOSE AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01.GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY GOD AND ST PETER GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Teresa Jahn
December 27, 2001
We are very sorry for your loss of Peter. 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
kirsty mcleod
September 28, 2001
We will both remember Peter as the most generous,fun loving guy he was.
His soul will live on with everyone who was lucky enough to know him.
We miss you Peter,
Kirsty & Des
Barbara Bolin
September 24, 2001
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU ALL.MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
PETER MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
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