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Madelyn Seelye
September 6, 2024
The 9/11 school project had your name next to mine, and it was such an honor to be able to share your memory with my classmates. I cherish each name I am given each year to remember. My thoughts and Prayers to you and your family.
David Mercurio
June 12, 2024
Never knew you, but feel a connection to you through a long line of Mercurio´s. Potentially somewhere down the line we are related. Even in the year 2024 your spark lives even in strangers. I pray for you and your family who I´m sure still feel the immense weight of not having you here.
Cathy Mercurio-Gambaro
September 11, 2021
As they say life goes on and 20 years have moved along quickly but unfortunately that sense of loss never fully goes anywhere ... Each year on September 10th -11th I check the guest book, watch 911 related programs which make you remember the endless sadness of that infamous day ...Your heartfelt stories and memories make things better ...thank you for sharing ... RIP Ralph
Mike Siebers
September 11, 2021
I met Ralph in July 2001 at an industry function. The 6 hours I spent with him that day I found him to be extremely bright and personable. My thoughts and prayers to his family. RIP Ralph.
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Avery Mercurio
September 10, 2021
Avery Mercurio
September 10, 2021
Avery Mercurio
September 10, 2021
My prayers go out to to Ralph’s family as each 9/11 serves as a painful reminder of a tragic loss. I remember watching the 9/11 ceremony last year and hearing “Ralph Joseph Mercurio” and being absolutely overwhelmed with grief and awe. In our Mercurio family tree, we have relatives in New York that we have never met. My grandfather, Anthony Mercurio, was a member of the 101st Airborne Screaming Eagles, and is a Vietnam War veteran. He unfortunately passed away in 2007, and while his sister is still alive and we know a few of his cousins, we wish we were able to know more of our family. Last year, we went to go view the names on our family flag. Sure enough, “Ralph Joseph Mercurio” was printed on our Mercurio Family Flag of Honor. The Flag had been previously hanging in my grandparents’ Ruidoso home.While our Dallas & Fort Worth Mercurios have never met Ralph, we consider him family. And we consider you all family. We are confident that Ralph was a servant-leader, characterized by empathy and joy- Representative of our Mercurio name. God bless you all and we hope that one day our paths would cross. Many prayers and thoughts for you all and your family.
Joe Mercurio
September 13, 2020
At 47 years young Ralph was taken way to soon, but we all know that their are reason why God wants special people with him. I personally did not know Ralph but I'm sure that our ancestors are related some where down the line. My grandfather was born in Sicily in a small village called Termini and was sent to America as a young man for a better life for himself. God bless the famiglia of Ralph Joseph M. Mercurio Columbus Ohio
Henry Besten
September 12, 2020
Ralph, I'm glad our paths crossed and that I got to work with you. You were indeed a good man. RIP, friend.
Alex
October 26, 2019
Gone way too soon.....
A Visitor From Virginia
September 21, 2019
Saw Mr. Mercurio's name at the memorial today. I didnt know him but I looked him up. Blessings to his family.
Jacki Scaturro
September 10, 2017
Thinking of you, Debbie, Gen & Joey
Rest easy Ralph
Henry Besten
September 11, 2016
Ralph,
Still miss you. You and your family remain in my thoughts & prayers.
Cheers, my friend, and God Bless.
linda Campagno
February 12, 2016
i met you only once at candi's house and I can't forget your face and your smile. You could just see the goodness in your soul. Rest in peace Ralph,,,,Linda
Rob from Lincoln Road
September 11, 2015
R.I.P. Ralph
September 11, 2015
Ralph, you and your family remain in my thoughts and prayers. I'm glad I got to work with you. Hope your golf game improved :)
Henry B
S J. Friscia III
November 21, 2014
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
Candi Scaturro
September 12, 2014
In my thoughts
Henry B
September 12, 2014
Ralph, you were in my thoughts and prayers yesterday.
Jacki Scaturro
September 11, 2014
we all miss you
Sarah Davies
May 31, 2014
I am visiting the memorial and museum and decided to focus on one name. I chose yours. I didn't know you but I have stood here and thought about who you might have been. God bless you.
Gregory Mercurio
September 11, 2013
I never knew this Ralph Joseph Mercurio but I did know my Uncle, Ralph Joseph Mercurio. He lived in the Italian North End of Boston for the 88 years of his life and he died this past April and I loved him very much.
Today, as I watched a TV Show about the 911 memorial being built in New York City, I saw his name, looked him up on line, found this page and felt I should write. As I read through some of the other entries I saw that there were other none directly related "Mercurio" guests who had also written. As another said in his entry, I'm sure we are all related somehow. I plan on visiting the memorial and will find Ralph's name.
God Bless and Rest Them Both.
Christina Abate Corcoran
December 21, 2012
Rest in Peace Ralph.
Steve Holman
September 13, 2011
Hi. I attended the Dodger vs. Giants game in SF last Sunday. As part of the memorial, we were all given a card and I was given Ralph's. My girlfriend & I said a prayer for Ralph and his family. As a result of this guestbook, I know a little more about Ralph. I too will fly this card in his name.
God Bless.
David Olsher
September 12, 2011
Hello. My name is David of Orlando, FL. Yesterday's 10th anniversary 9/11 memorial here featured a field of flags, one with each victim's name on it. The attendees were encouraged take some home at random, display them, and let the families know we did just that. I want you to know one of the ones I happened to pick was Ralph's. A memorial flag with his name on it is perched in the clubhouse of my complex here in Orlando. I'm glad I found this guest book on the Internet to let you know this. G-d bless you.
Kevin McEvoy
September 11, 2011
Hey there Ralphie boy. I was glad to call Ralph my friend. We worked together, and in the same business for many years. When Ralph died, when people spoke about him, many had the same remembrance. Ralph never had a bad word to say about anybody. He was a wonderful guy and he is missed. God bless his family.
Henry Besten
September 11, 2011
Ralph, You were on my mind and in my prayers, again, 10 years. I'm glad I got to know and work with you - just not long enough. I won't forget you - or Tony or Carlton or Jude.
God bless you and your family.
Candi Scaturro
September 11, 2011
In our thoughts and prayers
The Scaturro Family
September 10, 2011
To the Mercurio Family, my deepest feelings for your family on this day. I did not know Ralph Joseph but I'm sure that somewhere down the line we share a realtionship. Be strong and may God Bless your entire family.
Joseph M Mercurio
Mercurio Produce Corp.
Columbus, Ohio
Rachel
September 9, 2011
Today I placed a flag in your honor at a local business for the 10th anniversary of 9/11. I never met you, nor did I know anyone personally that lost their life that day, but you are all heros in our eyes and it was the very least I could do.
rob cerchero
March 12, 2011
Almost 10 yrs.....I was a childhood friend of Ralph.A funny,smart guy who i learned many things from. I was a cop working a ground zero when i found out Ralph was in one of the towers. I was hoping we would find some people and Ralph would be one of them. Seems like yesterday we riding around in that 62impala......R.I.P
May 22, 2010
I miss you and how everything used to be. I'm graduating this June and turning 18 and i wish you could be there. I wish the whole family could be there. I love you and miss you so much. Their isn't a day i don't think about you, aunt deb, gen and joey. Rest in peace. love you
John & Peg Mercurio
September 12, 2009
Known not to us but only to God where our family tree crosses.
May He protect your family and they remember you through the ages.
July 24, 2009
Hi Ralph, We have never met, but I have met and briefly spoken with your Debbie. The reverence and sincerity in which she holds your memory is heartwarming to say the least. You have surely left the best possible legacy in the people that mattered to you most.You and your family will be in my prayers.
Mike Wilder
September 11, 2008
Ralph, the coal guys still miss you! You would not believe how high coal pricing has reached in your absence....$150 to $300/ton, sorry you are not here to enjoy the good times. Thinking of you.
Phil Sanchez-Grimshaw
April 13, 2008
I never knew you but about a month after 9/11, I began dating your daughter Gen. For the next year-year and a half I heard all about you. You sounded like a very good person and most of all an amazing father to both your daughter and son. I now work in TV News and this morning I saw video of that day and for some reason I began thinking about all of the good stories that I heard about you so I google your name and this website popped up. Since I never got a chance to meet you I figured this was the least I could do.
P Tabbernor
January 1, 2007
In memory....
Kristine
October 30, 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.
Cathy Mercurio
February 7, 2006
Hey Ralphie
A friend called me tonight because her daughter is doing a school project regarding 911 and the war, so I find myself on this sight and missing you as we do everyday, I thought I would drop you a line, how weird is that, I write as if your reading it? If this tragedy has taught us anything it is to appreciate people in your life and cherish your family and friends today - who knows what tomorrow will bring. I know you may not be able to read these letters but I feel you are watching over your kids and the rest of us. It has been over 4 years but Nick and the girls still can not get over your gone - I wonder when that day will come.
Miss you and rest in peace
Love Cathy and Lou
Christina Del Villar
September 13, 2004
Yesterday on the Anniversary of 9-11 I did my first Triathlon. I thought it would be good way to commemorate those that perished three years ago. I was randomly given your name to do my triathlon in memory of. I placed an American flag with your name on it on the beach and I had your name on my bib number. I thought about you and your family throughout the race and as I crossed the finish line. Even though we've never met, you gave me the strength I needed. Thank you! Rest in Peace.
Anna Onesto
July 6, 2004
You will always be remembered as a wonderful husband to Debbie, and an incredible father to Genevieve and Joey. Thank you for being so nice to my daughter Mersina. We will never forget you. Anna
The Suffardo Family
September 13, 2003
You will always be remembered by the whole family,and also in our hearts forever.
Laryssa Suffardo
September 13, 2003
I Miss U
Cathy
September 12, 2003
Ralph,
The 2nd anniversary is here...time will heel or so they say...but I miss you more with each passing year...RIP Brother...RIP
jacki scaturro
September 11, 2003
Remembering how much of a great person, husband,father,son and friend you are. Forever in our hearts always in our thoughts. You will never be forgotten.God Bless America.
We will never forget 9-11
Hernando Florentin
May 18, 2003
To my old friend Ralph, High School and college classmate, swimming teammate...you are fondly remembered. I regret not having seen you for so many years, and learning of this only now. My thoughts are with you and your family Ralph, and I share the sadness of your loved ones.
Hernando
Jimmy Bacolo
November 24, 2002
Always in our thoughts
Always in our hearts
Maria's heart is broken
Thank you for the birthday cake
Michael Mercurio
September 11, 2002
Even though we are not directly related, I feel that I have lost someone in my family due to this senseless act. I pray for you and your family that they can gain strength from your loss. God bless.
Susan Reeves
September 10, 2002
I have been praying for you and your family as the anniversary approaches. May God bless and keep you all.
victoria swann
September 5, 2002
Ralph, We miss your smile and good nature. You brought joy to all of us and never asked for anything in return. You are greatly missed. We will never forget you.Put in a good word for use in Heaven. See you soon
love always, Vicky, Phil and Nick.
Angie Campbell
May 7, 2002
May God Bless you and keep you always. Rest in peace.
March 7, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS LONELY NAME...RALPH JOSEPH MERCURIO AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01...MAY JESUS AND ST.JOSEPH GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Teresa Jahn
December 21, 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
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