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Andrew Abate Obituary
Vincent, 44, a longtime Cantor Fitzgerald employee, brought Andrew, 37, into the company three years ago. Vincent lived alone in a brownstone in Brooklyn. Hard-driving and impulsive, he was known to hop a plane to Las Vegas for the weekend, on the spur of the moment.
Andrew and Carolyn had a house in Melville, N.Y., that they were enlarging and renovating. They liked to relax in scenic places and had just returned from a tour of Route 1 on the California coast. "They did a lot of things," said Joe Vito, a cousin. "They had good lives."
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Paul Bruni
December 2, 2024
I went to college with Andrew. He lived two rooms down the hall from me for all 4 years we were at C.W. Post. Honestly, he was hysterical and fun to hang around with. Good person. It's hard to believe i first met Andrew in 1983 and that he passed away almost 25 years ago. Gone but not forgotten.
Carolee Taggart
September 11, 2024
His was the first name I heard today. I honor him and his family. I mourn the life he lost. God Bless all those who suffered. We were all New Yorkers that day.
Melaki Boyle
September 5, 2024
I don't know Andrew but from what I have been reading he sounds like a very good man. I am very sorry for your loss and may he rest in peace. Thank you Andrew Anthony Abate For your service And may you for ever rest in peace.
Saniyah Smalls
May 18, 2024
This is terrible, Im not sure but I think I remember seeing his name specifically on the memorial when I went to New York a couple years ago. May his soul rest and peace and I send my condolences to his families who lost an important man on that tragic day.
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Mona POULOS
September 13, 2023
I always watch the annual 9/11 ceremony listen to the names and see the faces. Andrew we will never forget you. You were classic Brooklyn, such a character!
And I’ll never forget you and Carolyn falling in love during Spring Break 1984
September 11, 2023
Andrew you are never forgotten. Today we celebrate and honor your life. May the Lord provide peace and comfort to those you loved and may you rest in peace
Tom DiMicelli
September 11, 2022
I remember Andy from the Sportime gym in Syosset, we used to see each other several times a week when working out there. I still think of Andy at random times, he was always incredibly friendly, what a great smile! He was one of those people I instinctively liked, such a positive personality.
jack
September 12, 2021
I didn't know Vincent or Andrew, but my condolences to their family. You will not be forgotten.
Much love
9.11/21
Cindy Roe
August 30, 2021
Remembering Andrew on the anniversary of 9/11....
Lesley Weathers
September 11, 2020
Prayers and remembrance to this family especially today!
Barb Jones
September 11, 2019
Dear Carolyn, our hearts are with you always. We were so blessed to have had a few meals with you and Andrew in Jamaica in April of 2001 and were so saddened to hear about Andrew. We named our second son after Andrew in 2002 and you will both forever be in our hearts.
September 11, 2019
We will never forget. Rest in Peace.
Hailey Abate
September 10, 2019
I am not sure if we are related but my name is Hailey Abate, I live in Stony Brook and I would just like to say as someone that shares your last name, I have visited your name on the memorial and prayed for you. Today marks 18 years and I hope you and your family are at peace. I send my love and prayers to you and your family on this day. ❤
Jessica Hughson
January 31, 2017
God bless you
Louise Scalzo
December 4, 2016
Rest in Peace Andrew, God Bless your family and friends
Rene Kaiel
September 12, 2016
We will never forget!!
September 11, 2016
We will never forget. Rest in peace.
Rory Blask
September 11, 2016
Rip Andrew. Always think about you, your smile would always light up the room.
January 25, 2016
Frtt
January 23, 2016
i worked with Andrew at United Numismatics in the 80's and i think of him and his wife, and and of his family every single day of my life..For the brief few few maybe 2 lucky years i got to know know this man, he taught me so much, and it has lasted throughout my life, and its all because of him ..Peter was my boss, we worked in Glen Head he really made a big difference in my life, i wish i could tell him i look
melinda hyatt
September 12, 2015
Rest in peace, you are still remembered
kristine hanson
September 11, 2015
I wanted to share with your family and friends on my completed cross stitch project that includes all who were killed. May God continue to bless your family.
Renee Francois
September 11, 2015
I attended Adelphi Academy in Brooklyn. Andrew was a Senior & I was a Freshman. We "starred" in the High School Play Come Blow Your Horn. I was very shy & would not do the kissing scene. He was really cute too. So one day in the Kindergarten room where we would place our books before rehearsal after school. Andrew grabbed me passionately & gave me a sweet, romantic respectful kiss. My first kiss actually. He was kind and funny, sweet & we were able to finally kiss in the play. He always made me laugh & was a lovely person. The play was fantastic & we kind of kept in touch when he first went to CWPost, bumped into eachother twice in our 20's... Although he was my first kiss, and never were anything more than that play. His kindness, gentleness & understanding of my insecurity & shyness, the way he treated me & his friendship during that awkward time has lasted forever. Best first kiss a girl could ask for.
Tom Tarpey
February 20, 2015
Thinking of families who lost someone.
Melissa Blue
September 30, 2014
God watch over & bless & keep your wife & loved ones & friends. Know that you will never be forgotten & not just them that won't forget you because many of us still remember The World Trade Center losses.
September 12, 2014
The tragedy and loss of 9/11/2001 will never be forgotten. God Bless America, and may the precious souls lost on that day continue to rest in the Loving Light of God.
MONA POULOS
September 12, 2014
Dear Carolyn, and family:
I will never forget your Andrew, and the wonderful view he had of the world. So sorry for you. Warm Regards Mona (Tritremmel) Poulos (CW Post 1984)
Christina Mastandrea
September 11, 2014
Rest in peace
Joseph Damiano
September 12, 2013
Prayers for the Family from the Damiano Family.
Joseph Damiano
September 12, 2013
Prayers for the Family from the Damiano Family.
Aggie Hall
September 12, 2013
If I ever have children I will share Andrew's tribute with them. Future generations need to know of such a quality individual. God bless your family.
MONA POULOS
September 11, 2013
I attended CW Post back in '80-'84 and lived on campus in the Brookville hall. There I befriended Andrew, a funny, warm, sweet man who often wore the black Brooklyn tee shirt. I remember him falling in love with Carolyn, and all of us hooking up in Ft. Lauderdale for spring break. One night, we all stayed up all night and watched the sun rise on the beach. Andrew was a pistol, and I will always remember him as a fantastic person. Every 9/11 I say a prayer for him, his brother, and their families. God bless you all.
Peggy Childers
August 18, 2013
To the family of Andrew Anthony Abate:
Andrew will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not allow those we lost on 9/11 be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you.
Peggy Blake
September 12, 2012
Yesterday was the 11th anniversary of the horrific tradegy that took so many lives. I can't imagine going through what you've gone through. My thoughts & prayers are with you as God eases (spell check)your sorrow. I'm humbled, may God bless & keep you safe.
jennifer adelmund oswalt
September 11, 2012
Just like to Share I Donated a Pint of blood today 9-11-12 at Tulare 9/11 Rotary Memorial Blood Drive...for ANDREW CROSS ABATE!! MAY YOU REST IN PEACE!! Sorry for your loss and my thoughts n prayers to friends n family!! did not know him..but in honor i donated blood today..
September 10, 2012
I never met Andrew but that still doesn't keep me from remembering him and all those who lost their lives that fateful day. I will never forget what happened and the events of that day and weeks thereafter. God Bless you. I will not forget.
August 15, 2012
My mom is an ABATE! "AAA" was her cousin..related to Luigi Abate from Pittston, PA..
Hugs & Love
Suzy
August 12, 2012
To the Abate family,
May the wonderful memories of your loved one provide solace for you; and may Almighty God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved one again in Paradise. John 17:3
Christian Ormsbee-Swisher
November 24, 2011
R.I.P Abate brothers. May the protection of our Holy Shepherd guide you on.
Kat B
November 6, 2011
I am sorry for your loss. The bond of brothers isn't easily broken I have 7siblings and can't imagine losing any of them. May the God of comfort be with your families.
November 1, 2011
Hi my name is Alexa, and I am 12 years old.I am doing a memorial tribute for Andrew Abate for a school project.God bless you and your family!
Ronnie Abate
September 25, 2011
RIP Andrew and Vincent Abate,from a Abate in Tx........ May God Bless yall and your family.......
Richard Murch
September 12, 2011
May you rest in peace...
suzy whitesel (Arnone)
September 12, 2011
I believe that he was related to my mother..She is an Abate from Pittston, PA.
We pray for you..
Madison Dieter
September 12, 2011
Your a great hero! You will always be remembered! God bless you and your family.
R
September 11, 2011
God bless you.
samantha halleen
September 11, 2011
I know that you miss your brother deeply and I know that some day you will see each other again god bless and god speed
Kymberli Colbourne
September 11, 2011
We hold you in our hearts.
Barbara Boam
September 9, 2011
Barbara Boam & Kim Rogers walked a mile for you on 9/8/11 as a dedication to your life.
Toni Epstein
July 19, 2011
I stopped at the 9/11 Memorial in Haupp and saw the plaques for Vincent and Andrew. I want to expres my deepest sympathy. I saw their picture and am so sorry for your loss.
Michael Fein
June 28, 2011
I knew Andrew and his wife Carolyn back in the 90's when I used to see them at Sportset in Syosset. When I saw Andrews picture in the paper after the attacks on Sept. 11th, 2001, I got chills and was deeply saddened. I remembered the last time I saw and spoke to him, he told me that he was going to work with his brother on Wall St. I was even more saddened to realize that he and his brother both perished in the attacks. I'm sorry it took me so long to send this message but better late than never. My heart goes out to his family and friends and his wife Carolyn, who may not remember me but I will always remember the nice chats we used to have at Sportset. May peace be with you always.
rodrigo gutierrez malcampo
November 9, 2010
i am proud of have on my arm wrist a bracelet with mr abate name, i buy one of those bracelets at ny memorial on september 10 2010, and i got the one with his name....and i start to check information about him. its an honor to hae something that will make me and my family remember that moment in history
andrew mittelmark
September 14, 2010
oh hello there every one im doing a school project on andrew anthony abate and im really sorry for his loss he seems like a great man and i figured id let u know im doing a project on this wonderful man
Marilynn
September 13, 2010
To the Abate family. May God bring you peace in your hearts as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so dear and close to you. (Psalm 34:18)
Scott Goldstein
September 12, 2010
Carolyn - I don't know if you still read these messages, but I miss you and Andrew! We had some great times at the Jukebox Cafe way back when, and Andrew always made me laugh, without fail. It would be nice to see you again.
Meghan McFadden
September 11, 2010
Spending the day in remembrance... you are not forgotten.
September 10, 2010
Happy Anniversary in Heaven Andrew.
B
August 22, 2010
May you rest in peace.
Alan Nadler
January 14, 2010
I was just looking to see if I could find Andrew on Facebook. I worked with him at United Numismatics back in the late 80's and 20 years later, he is the kind of guy I wanted to find and rekindle our frienship. I am schocked and saddened to learn that he lost in life in the towers. I have remembered him fondly for these last 20 years and I'm choosing to keep it that way.
Be at peace my brother...
Jim Vosseler
September 11, 2009
9 yrs later and I still cant believ someone as large as life you and your brother Vinny are gone . God speed andy .....
Brenda Wendelken
September 11, 2009
I knew Andrew while he was a student at CW Post. My son John was his roommate for a year or so, and I worked in the housing office where Andrew had a student job. He was an extremely kind and thoughtful young man, and would have been a credit to his family and the world had he lived.
I always think of him on this date. God Bless his family.
Kanye Odom
September 11, 2009
i feel really bad about 911 rest in peace brothers
September 8, 2009
i am deeply sorry for the lost of andrew anthony and may god be with his family and give them peace after losing their love ones i send my love and prayers to his family love you all nicole dorsey ps my son is doing a paper on andrew as a hero
Maria Elena Marino
September 13, 2008
My name is Maria Elena. After so many Years, I have just learned of the passing of Andrew & Vinny and words can never express my heartfelt pain. They were great Brothers, awsome young men and very close. From knowing them in the early years, from Puma sneakers, listening to Billy Joel on the radio,Ball Playin and hangin out on Bay 7th, those were the days. This special tribute is not only to them but to ALL who had suffered and perished at the mercy of the the terrorists on 9/11. My Deepest Condolences to ALL surviving Families and espicially Mrs. & Mr. A Abate As you have been facing all this time a Great Loss, May you always be comforted by all the gentle reminders of your precious children and by the memories that will live on forever in our hearts!!So Sorry for the Loss of Your Angels!! I met Andrew in the early years of High School and were friends in those years. I was Honored when I was asked to attend Prom with Andrew at 'Windows Of The Word" Ironically at the top of the world trade center. As we danced that special evening overlooking the skyline Andy expressed to me How He felt He was on top of the world and his anticipated excitment,zest for Life,Hopes and Dreams of his future were about to take flight. I will Never Forget his beautiful smile and infectious laughter. He was indeed a diamond ready to shine!! although I was never able to get a Prom Picture to display, because we were from seperate schools, I will always have the memories in my heart. As he went off to C W Post C We lost touch for a few years only to hear from him, with well wishes for my up and coming wedding. We wished eachother Luck N Love to the future and before we hung up He Said ""SEE YA"" as he always did, Andrew felt saying goodbye was so final. I thanked him for poems he had written and we once again lost touch this time forever in life but the wonderful memories will remain in my heart untill we meet in heaven.. May God Bless You Both ''SEE YA'' Andrew and Vinny WIth Love Maria Elena
Andrew W.
September 12, 2008
Still thinking of you and Carolyn
Carrie Fisher
May 7, 2008
My prayers are with you always.
Kemeshaya
March 5, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lori Abate
February 9, 2008
I still pray every day for each and everyone who has died in this terrible tragedy. You will never be forgotten. We still ask why. We will never understand why this had to happen. God Bless
matt mak
September 28, 2007
dear anthony's family i remeber the day of 911 i remeber the plains I remeber the smoke I remeber the wondering faces on the street i remember the scared faces on the streets i remeber the terists i remeber when i came home from school and saw this on my tv and was so scared i remeber what the towers looked like i remeber all of the firemen trying to save it and the people and i will also very much remeber you
Tara Davis
September 11, 2007
I never knew Andrew, but he sounds like he was a great guy who was fun to be around. Take comfort in your happy memories and know that he will always live in your hearts. God Bless you.
Adam Grenadier
September 11, 2007
I truely admire that andrew plays basketball because i do to.I am truely sorry for your loss in 9/11. I am also sorry for your family.I AM A True baller just like your husband.
Sincerrly,Adam G. Grenadier
Marj Alford
September 11, 2007
Hello!
I'm sorry I haven't found this site earlier. I am so sorry for your loss. After 9/11, I made a donation to mercyband.org ("Band" = "Bear Another's Name Daily").
Several weeks later, I received a bracelet with the name "Andrew Anthony Abate". I felt honored to have been chosen to receive it and I wear it proudly.
I have been wearing this bracelet since December 2001 in honor of him and the others that were taken from us. I never take it off.
henry andrews
September 11, 2007
andrew was a great man he died for his country god bless his heart and family
September 10, 2007
may god bless your family
Doug Abraham
September 6, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Marci O'Neill
July 31, 2007
I did not know Andrew, but I think of and pray for all the victims of 09/11 every day.
Doug Abraham
May 23, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Kendra Williamson
April 26, 2007
We will never forget. God bless you. God bless you.
a student from forest glen middle
March 22, 2007
im very sorry.... happy easter..
eduardo c
March 22, 2007
God bless you.
Andrew W
March 22, 2007
For Mr. Abate. I never left a message on one of these, but thought I would leave one for you. It's been more than 10 years since I spoke to you and 5 years since you passed. You probably don't know me, but when your wife stepped away from her desk at work the call would ring at my desk. So we spoke almost every day and I remember hearing great things about you. You are the the only person I sorta knew who passed away on 9/11/01. Anytime there is a mention on 9/11 I think of you. I was always jealous of your Knicks and Giants season tickets.
Still thinking of you,
Andrew W
SANDY HICKS
January 23, 2007
GOD BLESS YOU. WE WILL NEVER FORGET.
aj
October 23, 2006
god bless
Kristine Furstenberg
October 10, 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.
Mary [ PETRONE ] Travieso
September 19, 2006
My heartfelt message is for the Abate Family, especially his Parents, Al & Elaine. I knew them all many, many years ago back in New York through my Brother Frank Petrone. Way back then his Parents owned a dry cleaners and our families became friends. Thrrough time and distance we all lost touch with one another. May both of your Dear Son's rest in peace.
NICHELLE GEE
September 18, 2006
God bless each and every one who lost some one I pray for each and every one.
September 15, 2006
May your family remember the wonderful times you shared during your brief stay on Earth.
Jill S
September 14, 2006
I wish I could write a note in every single guest book....you all deserve honor, and everlasting life and peace. I pray for you and love you....yes, I love you.
Jennifer Moore
September 13, 2006
We need to never forget this horrible tragedy that claimed so many innocent lives. I pray for your family and pray that you are with Jesus.
Evelyn B
September 12, 2006
Now these two brothers will never be apart again. I am sure they are looking down on their family from heaven. May God bless.
Al A
September 11, 2006
Our hearts and prayers are always with you.
Donna Marie Abate
September 11, 2006
I was listening to the memorial today and was taken back when I heard Andrew Anthony Abate! I felt such an affinity for the family as I am also an Abate. My prayers and thoughts are with you and also your family.
adem said
September 11, 2006
r.i.p andrew
JB
September 10, 2006
We will never forget. Our thoughts are with you, Andrew's family.
dawn chapman
September 8, 2006
we are approaching the 5th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks on the united states and still the horror of that day continues to haunt us.
for the families and friends of the victims this is a more poignant time for them, and they, each and everyone of them, are in my thoughts and prayers.
recently in the UK there has been a number of documentary's about the 9/11 terror attacks on all the major channels, and i, like so many others, have been watching these and the footage is still as horrifying and upsetting as the day i sat here and watched the events of sept. 11th unfold on live television.
i can only hope that with time, your pain will become bearable and easier to live with, and that one day we will rid the earth of the filth that puts a dark cloud over both our countries every single day.
my thoughts are with you all, god bless.
Michael Iezzi
September 6, 2006
Andrew,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Dawn Sproules
September 4, 2006
To the family of Andrew Anthony Abate, Your in the thoughts and prayers from so many.God bless you all stay strong.
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