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Bryan C. Bennett could turn an opportunity into an adventure, and in his 25 years, he had too many of both to recount in detail. The highlights included working on a farm in Spain, teaching English to schoolchildren in Chile, visiting a remote village in Cuba, white-water rafting in Costa Rica, and backpacking in the Andes.
"He stretched the time. I don't know how he did it all," said his mother, Ondina Bennett. "Every moment was an opportunity to do something, learn something, help somebody."
Mr. Bennett, who worked in sales for eSpeed, had moved from Boston to New York about 18 months ago to spend more time with his family. As the youngest of three children and the only boy, he tried never to miss family gatherings and vacations. He was an avid tennis player who was introducing his four nephews and one niece to the sport, along with baseball and video games. In his free time, he took advantage of opportunities closer to home. Most recently, he signed up for piano lessons at the New School and organized an engagement party for two of his closest friends.
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Jeanne Ann Albright
September 12, 2021
Bryan. 20 years has gone by and your name is still spoken, your memory remains here on earth along with all who perished with you. I know you've entered into eternity where you feel no pain, and cry no tears. May God grant your mother and sisters the same happiness here in earth. May they be comforted in knowing that you will be reunited, along with you dad, your grandparents, and all those that have gone before them. What happened that day is etched in the minds and hearts of all Americans. May we never forget your names!
Albright Family
Nutley, NJ
September 11, 2021
Thinking of you and your family today. You are truly missed.
Barbara Anderson Casillo
September 11, 2021
Ondiba. It´s 20 years. Each 9/11 I think or you, Bryan who I only met once and your cousin Flori. . I´m I highland Beach Florida now.
Michael and Lynnmarie Bennett
September 2, 2021
We wanted to remember Bryan especailly this 20th Anniversary. So sorry for your loss. We will never forget. The Michael and Lynnmarie Bennett Family from Pennsylvania
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Cindy Roe
September 1, 2021
Remembering Bryan on the anniversary of 9/11...
September 12, 2019
You and your family are Always in our thoughts and prayers ❤ Rest In Peace Bryan
Debbie Richards
September 11, 2019
Bryan I keep you and your Family especially your Mother in my prayers on this day.
Jeanne Albright
September 11, 2019
Bryan, you are still remembered every day, especially on this anniversary of your death. The children in school are learning about 9/11 today. Your picture is hanging in the classrooms around the country. You'll never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Jeanne Ann Albright
From Nutley NJ
September 10, 2019
I remember seeing your photo all over the East Village when I lived. I kept praying and hoping that you would be found alive. May you rest in peace. You will never be forgotten.
Jasmine Paul
October 19, 2018
May your soul rest in peace.
Debbie Richards
September 11, 2018
Bryan. Still praying for you and your Family especially on this day of remembrance. My granddaughter was given your name to pray for shortly after 9/11 I shall not forget you.
Jeanne Ann Albright
September 11, 2017
I'm thinking of you today, Bryan and your mother and sisters. The country has not forgotten you. Your name is forever etched upon our hearts and in our minds. However, you are missed here on earth. Rest well Bryan in the arms of our Lord.
Del Newberry
August 14, 2017
I am pausing today to think of you and pray for your friends and family. It is obvious from the many comments that you touched many lives in your short time here on earth. I pray for your friends and family to be blessed in a special way as they think of you.
Jeanne Ann Albright
November 14, 2016
Another year, another Thanksgiving dinner you will not be here on earth sharing with your family. I only remember you as a baby and a young boy. You were so loved by your grandparents. Bryan, I think of you soooooo much and of another man I knew from my childhood that died with you. I hope you hear my prayers and are resting in God's loving arms.
Debbie
September 11, 2016
My thoughts and Prayers are with Bryan and his Family. We were givin your name to pray for 15 years ago. Ive thought of you often over the years. But especially today. Gods peace to you and your Family.
Shane Bennett
March 18, 2016
We just wanted to offer our condolences on your loss. Although many years late the impact of Bryan's name was felt when we visited the memorial this week. Our family walked up to the memorial for the first time & all the places we could have approached the site we walked right up to the Bennett name. As a Bennett family from Canada this hit us hard. We couldn't imagine your loss. Our thoughts, prayers & best wishes go out to you & your family these many years later. We hope your strength has remained & you are doing ok. We just wanted you to know there are people that will always remember Bryan.
Jeanne Albright
September 22, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bennett family, today and always, especially on 9/11.
The Albrights from Nutley
crissy
September 11, 2015
Always remembering you on this day.
September 11, 2015
The Bennett Family will NEVER FORGET September 11, 2001
September 11, 2015
Thinking of you all
always on this day
Peace be with you........
Jeanne Albright
October 13, 2014
My family remembers your family visits to your grandparents home in Nutley NJ. We loved playing with your sisters. Your grandparents have joined you in heaven. You all are in my prayers as are your mother and sisters.
9/11 Memorial Ocean City Maryland
Michael & Lynnmarie Bennett
September 12, 2014
From Lynnmarie, Michael, David, Johnpaul and Christopher Bennett. Our David enlisted in the US Marine Corps due to the events of September 11, 2001. He was injured and is now a proud Marine Corps partially disabled Veteran. He is a University professor and doing research. We want you to know that we will ALWAYS remember your son, Bryan Craig Bennett and your family in our prayers especially at this time of remembrance. Your son looks so much like he could be a brother to our boys. God Bless Your family and all of Bryan's friends and God Bless the United States of America.
Crissy
September 12, 2014
Bryan,
All these years later and I still think of our great times at BC. You were always the kindest guy. May your family know that all over the states and beyond you have made an imprint on our hearts. Love to you and your family.
Kevin Bell
May 15, 2014
All of the news about the opening of the museum/memorial today has had me thinking about Bryan and his family. It's impossible to believe that its been over a decade, and perhaps more impossible to believe that the passing of time has done so little to ease the pain of your loss. I look forward to visiting the museum though I still wish that we could visit you instead. O, L & L, you are in my prayers always.
Geoff Kirwan
September 12, 2013
We never met but you are not forgotten. As someone of the same age as you sir your untimely death remains in my memory and I grieve for what you were deprieved of. You are remembered not only by your friends, family and countrymen but by all good people all over the world. I'm a proud Canadian but every September 11 I weep and remember the loss of that day with the depth of any American. God bless America.
September 12, 2013
Oh sweet Liam. I am sure your Uncle Bryan is so proud of you. I know he is watching over you, helping you to become the wonderful person you are. Bryan was an exceptionally good friend, kind and loving son, brother and yes, uncle too. We should all seek to follow his love of adventure and live life to the fullest.
Liam O'Connor
September 11, 2013
i miss You Uncle Bryan I wish could have spent more time with you
Barbara Boam
February 1, 2013
I walked a mile for you (mile #166) on 1/31/13 as a dedication to your life
Michael & Lynnmarie Bennett
September 13, 2012
From Lynnmarie, Michael, David, Johnpaul and Christopher Bennett. Our David enlisted in the US Marine Corps due to the events of September 11, 2001. He was injured and is now a proud Marine Corps partially disabled Veteran. He is teaching at East Stroudsburg University. We want you to know that we will ALWAYS remember your son, Bryan Craig Bennett and your family in our prayers especially at this time. Your son looks so much like he could be a brother to our boys. God Bless You all and God Bless the United States of America.
Chris Lane
September 11, 2012
Thinking of you today Bryan and the joy you brought to so many lives.
Suzanne Braddock
September 11, 2012
In 2002 I drew Bryan's name at a service at the Cathedral in Chicago to remember and to pray. By coincidence we grew up in the same area. I just wanted the family and friends to know that we remember and offer our prayers in consolation.
September 11, 2012
You will never be forgotten Bryan. May you rest in peace.
Debbie
Debbie La Rocca Noriega
September 11, 2012
I never had the honor to meet Bryan but we shared the same great-grandparents. I light a candle in his honor every year. You are missed by many and will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers for your family always.
Debbie
S S
September 11, 2012
I never met Bryan but came across his picture in 2001. We were around the same age and we both went to college in Boston, then moved back home to New York to be with our family and friends. I was touched seeing his photograph and he just stuck out in my mind for some reason all these years. There was something unique and special about him, almost like a gift. It was his bright, big smile. There seemed to be so much goodness and gentleness behind that smile. I am certain he will never be forgotten and will continue to touch the lives of those who knew him through his smile and good will.
September 11, 2012
I listen for Bryan's name every year and hold your family in my thoughts today... Love, Melissa Rovelli
Barbara Anderson
September 11, 2012
To Dina and her girls, I think of you all again today on this horrible 11th anniversary. Thinking of Bryan and also my good friend Flori Pucillo who I miss so much.
Debbie
September 10, 2012
Bryan - thinking of you and your family, especially your Mother. My Grandaughter was given your name to pray for in September of 2001. I still keep your name with my Rosary. I think of you from time to time, but especially as we near the anniversary of 9/11. God's Peace and Blessing
Nicole Gallo
September 4, 2012
As we approach the anniversary of 9/11, Bryan and his family/friends are in my thoughts and prayers more than ever. I will never forget that day and I hope that we all find peace today and every day.
September 11, 2011
i have heard so many amazing stories about you, your family and friends think about you everyday. You are in my thoughts and prays.
Kelly Holly
September 11, 2011
I met him in DC one weekend. He was one of the most thoughtful, sweet, and kind men I've ever met. I think of him so much. My love to his family on this difficult day.
Chris Lane
September 11, 2011
Ten years and the pain in our hearts is still searing. Prayers thoughts and love to you, Craig, Ondina, Lourdes and Lilli
God Bless All Who Died Ten Years Ago
Michael & Lynnmarie Bennett
September 11, 2011
From Michael, David, Johnpaul and Christopher Bennett. Our David enlisted in the US Marine Corps due to the events of September 11, 2001. He was injured and is now a proud Marine Corps partially disabled Veteran. We want you to know that we will remember your son, Bryan Craig Bennett and your family in our prayers. Your son looks so much like he could be a brother to our boys. God Bless You all and God Bless the United States of America.
September 10, 2011
I've heard so many great things about you. You have such a wonderful family who I know loves and thinks of you every day.
September 10, 2011
Thinking of Bryan today as the anniversary approaches. Special prayers go out to his family and friends as we honor him- and all others who were taken too quickly from their loved ones.
September 9, 2011
Thinking of you this weekend and always buddy. Miss you pal.
Carmen Adams
September 9, 2011
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.
Nicole Gallo
September 8, 2011
As we approach the 10th Anniversary of 9/11, I have been thinking of Bryan often. I wish him and his family peace always.
September 8, 2011
thinking of your great smile and ability to light up a room
Jenny Romanski
September 7, 2011
Been thinking about Bryan so much this week. Prayers to all who knew and loved him. xoxo. Miss you Bennett.
Patricia hanson
August 30, 2011
It is so hard to believe that 10 years have goneby since that awful day. We lost so many young men and women. We will never forget you. God bless the lovely Lili Lourdes and your Mother
July 29, 2011
Happy Birthday Bryan. Love and peace to you everyday
May 2, 2011
Love and peace to you and your family today and always. The tragedy of your loss is always so close to us all. Peace to you and Craig, Ondina, Lilli and Lourdes
Chris Lane
September 11, 2010
Thinking of you today and always.
Amy Hanson Ostella
September 11, 2010
Love and Peace to the entire Bennett family. I often think of you all and of Bryan. I have fond memories of playing tennis, especially doubles with my dad, Craig, and Bryan. Super Bowl parties and Christmas Eve at church are remembered well too. I see sweet Christina now often in TX. And of course we share memories of Bryan. He is missed. xo
September 11, 2010
Love and Peace to the Bennett family
September 11, 2010
Thinking of you and your family today, as always. Remembering all the fun times we had with you and your family. Peace and love.
Chris Lane
Beth Stuart
September 11, 2010
I think about you more often living in Hoboken. Something tremendous is missing from the skyline I was eager to come home to. Someone tremendous is missing from the lives of your family & friends.
I hope you & your dad are shining down on your sisters & mother this sad morning.
May you always rest in peace. You'll never be forgotten.
September 10, 2010
God Bless. Tommy J. ('98)
Debbie
September 10, 2010
Bryan - thinking of you and your family, especially your Mother who lost a part of her heart on 911 with the loss of her son. I keep you name with my Rosary. I think of you from time to time, but especially as we near the anniversary of 911. God's Peace and Blessing
pn
September 12, 2009
BB, Just remembering when we learned how to ride bikes with no hands, hitting balls with you before your tennis practice and the first email I ever recieved was from you. You were a good person and a good friend. Miss you buddy.
Anne Clare (Former GR Resident)
September 11, 2009
Thinking of you today and always. God Bless.
Mark
September 11, 2009
Thinking of you today.
Debbie
September 11, 2009
My Grandaughter was given Bryan's name to pray for in Sept. 2001. I have kept Bryan's name in with my Rosary. My prayers are with him and his family on this very sad day.
God's Peace
September 11, 2009
Love and peace to Bryan, Craig, Ondina, Lilli and Lourdes.
Tom J
September 11, 2009
God bless. My thoughts are with your family on this day.
July 30, 2009
to the family of Bryan - i was given his name to pray for when attending mass in chicago a year after 9/11 and today i found his picture again when sorting through my things. I am sure Bryan is well in the Lord. God bless all you friends and family. Suzanne in Omaha
July 29, 2009
Happy Birthday Bryan
Peace and Love,
Chris Lane
Doug Abraham
July 29, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
Maddalena Nappi Reidy
April 15, 2009
To the Bennett Family,
I only learned in the last few days from Bryan's Uncle George - who I first met in 1968 through college activities - of your great loss.
I am so very, very sorry and greatly pained by the news.
I want to extend my most heartfelt and deepest sympathy and please know that I will remember Bryan and the entire family in my prayers. Peace and Comfort to you all.
c Goodwin
September 11, 2008
Hey B
It has been seven long years. I remember when I took this picture of you( the one on the site). We had a blast that night. Another wedding, we seemed to go to alot of those.
I miss you very much and know you are in a more peaceful place.
love you.
T
Steve and Cheryl Butler
September 10, 2008
Sept. 10,2008, who would of thought that on Sept. 11, 2001 the United States would of changed from the security we once had. Our hearts and prayers are with each family member, friend and emergency response that lost their loved ones, friends and family. Our hearts hurt for you as if they were our of our owe. We've learned so much about everyone that lost their lives from all the news and documentries. It's likes we knew them. We're praying that you have turn those sad and tragic times into happy memories, which I'm sure that you haven't, you're just asking like the rest of us....WHY !!! We admire the families you lost their love ones, the emergency crews who didn't think twice and Flight 93 passengers for adverting the plane from the Capitol or the White House. No words can express the sympathy or hearthache that each of you have gone throught and our heart ache just as much as yours. I lost my little siste at the age of 32 suddenly in a car crash, but that just a small example of what I know of the pain I know you going throught. We just pray that the lord wraps his arms around you and give you comform. Each and every person effected by this devasting act will be in our thoughts and prayers tomorrow....9-11. It's my birthday....and my wish for each of you is...Comfort, peace and love.
God Bless each of you. We will NEVER forget.
Love, Big hugs and support from Kansas City, Mo.
Nicole Gallo
September 9, 2008
Bryan, thinking of you and your loved ones this week...God Bless!
christina goodwin
August 18, 2008
Hey Handsom<
Remeber when I taught you had to drive stick to the shore from the wedding in patterson. A few stals on the GSP & that was it. You picked it up in no time. We drove right to the bonfire on the beach. What a Blast!!!!! MIss you & love you!!!
love Tee
Chris Lane
September 12, 2007
Bryan love to you and your family. You are all always in our hearts.
Suzanne Braddock
September 11, 2007
I want to send a message to those who loved this young man. I attended a Mass at the Cathedral in Chicago a year after 9/11/2001 and joined the worshippers in drawing names randomly to pray for.. all victims of 9/11. I drew this beautiful soul. I feel he guided my selection - I live in Omaha, but attended high school in Montclair, NJ. His photo has been on my frig and he is part of my family now. Peace, Healing.
christina scura
September 11, 2007
B
I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH!!!!
MISS YOU VERY MUCH!!!
THINK OF YOU ALL THE TIME!!
ALWAYS IN MY HEART AND MEMORY!!
XXXXOOOXXOXOX LOVE TEE
Jeff Nulsen
September 11, 2007
To the Bennett Family,
My thoughts are with you today as we all remember Bryan and the rest of the Sept. 11 victims. Bryan and I were friends at BC and afterward. He was always a fun guy to hang out with and he is thought of very often among so many different groups of friends from BC.
Jeff
Doug Abraham
July 29, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
colin cook
July 20, 2007
Dear Lourdes, Lili and family,
I'm so saddened to just find out about Bryan, I'm sure the last time we met he was about 9 years old in St Johns Wood, he was a fun kid then and there is no doubt from what I read is that he really turned out to be a wonderfull young man.
My thoughts are with you all
Colin
Kristine
October 12, 2006
As I 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 vane. We will always remember.
Patrick Nelson
September 14, 2006
5 Years have passed and at least one day a week I still think of the friendship Bryan always provided me. From Glen Ridge to Delbarton, Bryan was always there to talk to and be sincere. He was my first best friend and I will never forget how important he is in my personal development. I think of Byran, Ondina, Lili and Lourdes whenever life gets difficult and know Bryan will always be there to guide me. Miss you bro.
Bryan Bennett
September 13, 2006
hi to all my name is Bryan D Bennett i live in Melbourne Australia hey Bryan wish we could have meet i am sure we would be best of mates deepest sympathy to all Bryans family friends and loved ones
rest in peace mate
The Lanes
September 11, 2006
Ondina, Lourdes, and Lili,
Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you always...thinking of Bryan and the wonderful times.
September 11, 2006
I hired Bryan for his first job out of college. He is thought about often. My thoughts and prayers to his family and friends.
VIAL Florence
September 11, 2006
11 septembre 2006: une pensée particulière pout toi, si jeune, si beau...Que Dieu te protège petit ange
September 10, 2006
Thinking of you B. Bennett. You are missed by all. My deepest sympathy to the Bennett family in this very difficult time. Please know you are in the thoughts and prayers of many.
BC '98
P Tabbernor
August 23, 2006
In memory....
July 29, 2006
30 years old today. We are celebrating your birthday as we do each year, at the beach with the entire family. We know you are with us today and always. Love you, Lili
Mark F.
July 25, 2005
Dear Bennett Family-
For years, ever since I learned of Brian's death, I have wanted to tell you how sorry I am. I am so glad that I found this website.
I met Brian at BC. I was his RA during his freshman year. He was a tremendous person that the other kids liked a lot. I have fond memories of talking with him while I had to "make my rounds" about the dorm.
Please know that nearly four years later I think of him often and that you are always in my prayers.
Michelle Christian
June 3, 2005
Dear Mrs. Bennett,
Bryan, you, and your family remain in my thoughts and prayers every day; more than you know.
My love, always,
Michelle Christian
Carolyn Cocola
September 11, 2004
Ondina and Lillian,
Here we are three years later. I know Craig is deeply missed. I pray for him to have eternal rest and that he watches over you and the rest of his beloved family and friends. Have faith that he is with us.
Carolyn Cocola (formerly of United Way of Connecticut)
Anne F. Clare (Formerly of Glen Ridge)
September 11, 2004
May the warm memories
of your dear one . . .
soothe you in this diffcult time,
and help you be at peace.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless!
Michael & Lynnmarie Bennett
December 16, 2003
We were looking through the Remembrance Memorial and saw three families with the same last name as ours. We have four sons, Michael, David, Johnpaul and Christopher. Our David recently enlisted into the United States Marines. One of his reasons for enlisting was the events of September 11, 2001. We want you to know that we will remember your son, Bryan Craig Bennett and your family in our prayers. I am sure that we are related somewhere back along the line of Bennett's, since your son looks so much like he could be a brother to our boys. God Bless You all and God Bless the United States of America.
Rachel Yarkony
September 11, 2003
Dear Bryan, I know you know Molly Meade. Well she told us so much about you I am one of her eighth grade students. We will miss you.
A Former GR Resident
May 14, 2003
To the Bennett Family,
I just learned about Bryan's passing this past weekend. My ties to Glen Ridge are very strong as I grew up there and graduated from GRHS a few years before Bryan. I did not know him but I knew his sister Lourdes. Glen Ridge is a small town where everybody knows the families that live there and even though I did not know Bryan personally, I was deeply touched by his death. My heart goes out to all of you. God Bless.
We Remember Them
In the rising of the sun
and in its going down
We Remember Them
In the blowing of the wind
and in the chill of winter
We Remember Them
In the opening of buds
and in the warmth of summer
We Remember Them
When we are weary,
and in need of strength
We Remember Them
When we are lost,
and sick of heart
We Remember Them
When we have joys
we yearn to share
We Remember Them
So long as we live,
they too shall live,
for they are now a part of us,
As We Remember Them
sue cumming-buonpane
September 14, 2002
Lili....My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on the 1st anniversary of this tragedy.
Rachel Bolin
September 12, 2002
On the anniversary of September 11th, my school held a prayer service and each student received a name of one of the victims. I received Bryan's name. I send my deepest sorrow to the family and friends of Bryan. He sounds like he was a wonderful man, who lived his life to the fullest.Those who knew him are very lucky, and his name will live on in your memory. My prayers go out to the family and friends of Bryan Craig Bennett. He is in a better place now, looking down on those he loved.
Richard Price
September 11, 2002
To Bryan's Family,
I was a classmate and a friend of Bryan's at ASL. I send all my thoughts and prayers to you on this day. I had last seen Bryan when he and I both visited Josh Drobynk at Bowdoin for a weekend, in the fall of 1997. He was just as I had remembered him from our days together in London- generous, happy and enthusiastic about life. May you find solace in the knowledge that he enriched each life he touched. I am grateful to have known him. Love and support, Richard
Jeffrey Sgro
September 11, 2002
I will never forget "B. Bennett"... There aren't many people in this world that you meet and look forward to seeing again and again. Bennett was an asset to any situation. Always laughing. Always listening. Always smiling.
The way Bennett lived his life is a lesson to us all. Bryan, Thanks for making this world a better place.
Patrick Nelson
September 2, 2002
Ondina,
Hearing of Bryan's death crushed me. He was always one of the best friends a person could have. I feel blessed to have been in his life for as long as I was.
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