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Vincent 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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Helen Renegar
September 11, 2024
Always~
Lorie Cafiero-Rende
May 27, 2024
Happy Birthday in Heaven Vinny, you're always in my thoughts. Rest in Peace.
G. Marquez
May 25, 2024
Rest In Peace.
Barbara Cirillo
May 24, 2024
Happy Birthday in Heaven Vin. I think of you, Andrew and Mike everyday. Please watch over us. Until we meet again.
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James Osborne
May 23, 2024
Rest easy I never knew you but anyone that was loss that day will never be forgotten I am positive you had a big heart for your families and love ones.
Lorie Cafiero-Rende
September 12, 2023
Vinny, although 22 years have gone by, I think of you often. You will always have a special place in my heart. RIP with Andrew, Michael and recently I heard your dad passed, he was a great man. God Bless you all.
September 11, 2023
You are never forgotten. Your life is celebrated and honored today, as we remember all of the innocent victims taken away on 9-11. May you rest in peace
jack
September 12, 2021
I may not have know Vincent, or Andrew, but much condolences to their family. They'll never be forgotten.
9.11.21
louie pinneri
September 5, 2021
In 1972, at St Frances Cabrini, I was one of Vincent's little league baseball coaches. He was our catcher (and a good one) and he could hit too! He loved playing as he always flashed that great smile of his.
After the fateful day, when I first read about him and his brother passing, I was so sad for them and the family. I think of Vinny and the other victims often as well as speak about him. As long as I live, he will not be forgotten.
Lesley Weathers
September 11, 2020
Prayers and remembrance to this family especially today!
Barbara Cirillo
September 15, 2019
Vin, I think of you all the time! Will never forget you, forever in my Heart, till we meet again! Rest In Peace My Friend!
Laurie Fariello Kovak
September 12, 2019
Its that time of year again and my heart is heavy with sadness. A photo of you and I taken at my high school graduation party is framed and displayed on the memorial table in my home. Not that I need it to remember you. No. You are very much alive in my heart and memory.
I hope one day we meet again in that next place, wherever it may be. Just like the last time I saw you in this life when we hugged and laughed and hugged and laughed in the middle of Bay 7th St. I know the next time we meet will be just as joyful.
Your friend always
Laurie
Mary Abate
September 12, 2019
I never met Vincent, but always wondered... is there a family attachment as we share the same family name? On this anniversary, like the ones preceding it, a sadness falls upon me. I always wondered who Vincent was, what could have been had this tragedy not happened...and of course the same for Andrew too. I'm so sorry to all the families of the Abate brothers who have suffered such a terrible loss. May God bless you all and may he continue to watch over Vincent and Andrew in heaven.
September 11, 2019
We will never forget. Rest in Peace.
TD
February 27, 2017
My deepest sympathy again to the Abate family. 1 Corinthians 15:26
Jessica Hughson
January 31, 2017
God bless you
Louise Scalzo
December 4, 2016
Rest in Peace Vincent. 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.
Helen Renegar
September 11, 2016
Always~
Janet Bush
September 12, 2015
RIP I think of you all the time. God rest your soul and brother Andrew and Michael Uliano. I love the cross stich that was made with love in memory of you and all who perished. You are so loved and know you are looking down upon your family and friends. I always listen for your name(s) but 14 years later still can't believe it yet. Prayers for hope from many all over the world. May your memory shine in the towers of light that shine so bright , as you did in life. God Blessed you and took you as his angel for you and yours were too good for this earth. We will never forget! XO Springsteen and the Jersey shore always..J
val del
September 11, 2015
may god be with you were ever you are vinny!
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.
Maria Foley
September 11, 2015
Oh that beautiful smile of yours Vinny. Who could ever forget you.
Lorie Cafiero-Rende
September 11, 2015
Vinny, thinking of you today and always remembering your smile, praying for you, Andrew and Mike. Sending my love.
Jorgina Russo
September 11, 2015
You and Andrew are remembered on this & every day! RIP Sweet brothers
Melissa Blue
September 30, 2014
Know that you're both remembered and mourned and that you'll never be forgotten along with the others who died that day.
Mike Miranda
September 11, 2014
Rest in peace my old friend and qb. You were tough and funny.
God bless
Christina Mastandrea
September 11, 2014
Never to be forgotten
Janet Bush
September 11, 2014
Cant believe we are on the 13th anniversary of 9/11. RIP.Gone too soon. Always in our hearts.
Nema Vand
September 11, 2014
Hi, I never met you but I wanted to take a moment today and read about your life. It's the only way I can honor you and your memory. It sounds like you had an amazing family who loved you very much. I know you are never forgotten and its amazing to hear all of the wonderful things you did and how happy you made so many people.
Mary Abate
September 11, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Abate family.
Joe Curreri
September 11, 2014
Vincezo, its your good friend Joey. I remember you driving down the GSP South in your corvette listening to Dean Martin or Sinatra. I remember all those wonderful poker games we all had in Brooklyn. I remember your carefree and beautiful personality along with your generousity extended to everyone you met. I love you Vinnie and will see you some day. Keep a spot reserved for the cashman.
Helen Renegar/Knoth
September 11, 2014
You are in my heart, a part of my soul and a treasure I take with me every place I go. Always~
September 10, 2014
I'm sorry for the loss of your brother.
janet bush
May 25, 2014
Happy birthday in heaven. The 911 memorial has been completed. Not sure you are there or not but one thing for sure is you are in many hearts. I w never forget Funny I was talking about you last night...I hope you mike and andrew are at rest.
Laurie K
May 23, 2014
Happy birthday, my friend. I think of you often, and smile...
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 Vincent and Andrew's tribute with them. Future generations need to know of such a quality individuals. God bless your family.
Helen Renegar/Knoth
September 11, 2013
I miss you my dear Vinny. You changed my life. You should me true happiness and places I will most likely never see again. I treasure you. Always...
Rochelle Abate
September 11, 2013
We did not know Vincent or Andrew but we think about them every year. Our father was Rocco Abate from Brooklyn. He came to California when he was a teenager so we never met most of his family. I do not know if we are family but we share the last name. Our hearts go out to you and your family. God bless you.
September 11, 2013
Vincenzo, Always thinking of you and your big beautiful smile and giant personality. Always positive in everything you did. Miss those Brooklyn poker games. Love you - still can see you driving down the Garden State Parkway (Southbound) heading to the jersey shore blasting Dean Martin/Sinatra. Miss you bro. Love your loving and faithful friend Joe C.
Peggy Childers
August 25, 2013
To the family of Vincent Abate:
Vincent 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.
Carol Abate
April 15, 2013
Always thinking of You love u forever cuz Carol
Peggy Blake
September 12, 2012
May God embrace you with His loving arms.
Pat Lally
September 12, 2012
Horrible that you lost your life man.... Never knew you or any of the other victims personally but I did suffer myself for the past 2 years with some kind of lung ailment. Well the us army has avenged your death and the deaths of others so in that respect justice has been done. RIP my brother.usa USA USA. We will never forget.
Helen Renegar/Knoth
September 11, 2012
Always...
September 10, 2012
Still thinking of you my friend. Hope that you are watching down on us. Will never forget the great times we had and seeing you in the office on 105. Keep smiling that beautiful smile! Say hi to Andrew and Mike! Till we meet again. Can't believe so much time has passed. Help pray that people Never Foget! Love you!
Del Newberry
June 12, 2012
Never will we forget that horrible day when so many innocent lives were lost. My heart and prayers go out to all of the friends and family who lost loved ones. Much love from Texas,
Laurie Fariello
December 28, 2011
That is definitely, unmistakably Vinny. Thinking of my old pal from Bay 7 and feeling a deep, deep sadness for all the life he and Andrew have missed.
I dream of Vinny now and then and I still do hope that it is something more than a dream.
An old friend
December 2, 2011
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FqxbvvnqTxY
I think Vincent was #42 in this video of a St Francis Cabrini touch football game at Bay 8th st Park in 1975
Joseph Giblin
September 13, 2011
Vinnie: On Sunday afternoon, the U.S. Ambassador to Colombia mentioned you by name in a memorial service in Bogota. He read from a piece I wrote that ended: "This is dedicated to Vinnie Abate, a friend and a hell of a poker player." I know in some way you were there. You are never far from my thoughts.
Wan Liang
September 12, 2011
Dear vincent,
I can't believe that you are left us ten years ago. But your smile are always hold in our hearts. God bless you and your family.
R
September 12, 2011
God bless you.
samantha halleen
September 11, 2011
you and your brother meet in heaven and I hope you keep having fun with each other and continue to watch over your family.
Carol Abate
September 11, 2011
My Cousin Vincent,
We all miss you so much. There is not a day that goes by that I dont think of you and Andrew. You will always be a part of my heart.
xoxo always. Cousin Carol Abate
Kymberli Colborne
September 11, 2011
We hold you in our hearts.
Mary Abate
September 11, 2011
Dear Vincent and Andrew,
Riposa in Pace.
Rest in Peace.
September 9, 2011
Vincent and Andrew Abate, like many others, were victims of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. They worked for Cantor Fitzgerald, a bond company, along with their cousin, Mike. Vincent worked for Fitzgerald since he got out of college, and Andrew worked for the bond company for 3 years.
Vincent and Andrew were trading bonds, in the 105th floor of Tower 1, the New York headquarters of Cantor Fitzgerald. They were in Vincent’s office when the plane hit, and their cousin may have been with them. Vincent (44) and Andrew (37), and Mike, were killed tragically that day. There is no way to know their lasts words, or when they died. They may have jumped, or died on impact from the plane. Maybe the brothers waited together until the building collapsed below them.
Vincent and Andrew spent every moment they could together, even their last. Often times during the summer, Andrew and his wife would drive to Vincent’s house in New Jersey, for barbeques, or just to shoot hoops. “They were together every moment”, said their mother, Elaine Abate.
Vincent, Andrew, and Mike were among the 658 employees of Cantor Fitzgerald who died in 9/11. The company had 4 floors of the Worlds Trades Center, in New York, and none on the employees in these floors survived.
Vincent Abate is remembered for his classic sense of humor, his willingness to help his colleagues, and just for his life. Andrew Anthony Abate is lived on by his wife Carolyn, and the memories of his life and personality. They are both remembered daily by survivors and family. Their lives changed others perspective on their own lives, and they are greatly missed. September 11, 2001 was a tragic day for America, and for so many families and friends of victims. “Let us never forget that day when so many lives were taken, and let us remember the families who were effected by that terrible day.” –Anonymous
-- That is the biography I wrote on Vincent and Andrew. It was such an honor for me, and I will remember them daily. I am so so so sorry for your losses that day. If you would like me to add anything or change details, please share. Thank you so much.
-Amber E.
Amber E.
September 9, 2011
My name is Amber. I am from Utah, and I am writing a biography for my history class on 9/11 victims. I am so sorry for your loss. If their is anything I can include in my biograpy, please share.
Barbara Boam
September 9, 2011
Barbara Boam & Kim Rogers walked a mile for you on 9/8/11 as a dedication to your life.
September 9, 2011
I used to work with Vinnie at Hilliard Farber & Co. Vinnie had a fantastic sense of humor and was always full of laughter and warmth. I looked up to him on the trading desk because he was so popular. I was offered a job at Cantor also, but I chose not to take it. I guess my destiny was not to be there that fateful day.
Rest in peace Vinnie and thanks for everything.
Corie
Lorie Cafiero-Rende
September 2, 2011
Vinny, you and I shared a special relationship, I always loved you and I alway will...you are missed everyday. All the times we spoke, I never knew you, Andrew and Mike worked in the towers...I always remembered you being on Water Street...when I got the call I couldn't believe it. Happy 50th Birthday...I remember calling you for your 40th birthday..We spoke and laughed...On May 23, 2011, I wanted to call you and laugh and wish you a "Happy Birthday" but I couldn't so as I drove to work, I looked up at the sky and said "Happy Birthday Vinny" and threw you a kiss....I can't believe 10 years has gone bye. It's true what they say, you never forget your first love and that is what you were to me..I love you and will never forget you, I pray that you, Andrew and Mike are together in heaven as you were here on earth.
Janet Bush
March 16, 2011
Just wanted to let family and friends know that if you watch Spring of '94, Vinny is on the last 10 minutes of the program. He is very excited and rooting for the NY Knicks, I was happy to see his friendly face in the middle of my tv screen. Me and my family will never forget you, Andrew or Michael.
Janet Bush
March 3, 2011
Hello Vinny & Andrew...I think of both of you often. When we hung down the shore, I knew my friends were special, would make some of history, always so positive, always on the move, always talking about working in those beautiful buildings you worked in...after 9/11 I worked downtown manhattan, I worked midtown for the past 20 years prior. When a friend told me that I knew people who perished, I was frozen, then you and Andrew came to mind- I could only pray it wasn't true. Well...in my heart, I always knew my friends were special...I know of others who perished and I would cross myself and say a prayer every time I went to work at the world financial center....NY has changed since 9/11. You guys were special to me/us then and I want you to know that you will always be special to all your friends...and family....when you used to dock your boat, (Springsteen was always part of the tunes).. but I recall the last song on the tape was "What a Wonderful World",I often recall how we'd all help hosing the boat after a great boat ride- and how you would always be smiling...when I hear Springsteen or What a Wonderful World...I get mad, then I remember yours, Andrew's and Mike's smiles...and I try to believe that all will be okay- We Will Never Forget...I knew you three gentlemen would make history some day...miss you and pray for you all the time....you will never be forgotten...
Joseph Giblin
January 21, 2011
Vinnie:
You are ever in my thoughts, even after all those years. Your love for life, your style and your force of personality all combined to make you an incredible person.
You serve as a daily inspiration for me in many ways. You were a perfect example of living life to the fullest. But for you, I might not have volunteered to go to Iraq as a soldier, or gone on to serve as a diplomat. Your death changed many lives, and mine was one of them. I will never forget you.
I just hope they have poker in heaven. We miss you, Vinnie.
Helen Renegar/Knoth
December 31, 2010
Tonight I remember you. Many nights I remember you. Thank-you Vinny my heart never forgets. Much love to your incredible family and friends. Happy New Year! Always .... Helen
Mary Abate
September 27, 2010
Dear Abate Family,
I've been haunted for so many years that perhaps there's a family connection with you and with my dad's family.
I remember the horror of Sept 11th and just cried and cried at the insanity of what took place. I knew no one that died, but I felt like my family was ripped apart from me. One year later when there was the tribute and people read the names of the dead, I hear Vincent Abate and Andrew Abate. I just froze. Could this possibly be the family members my dad spoke of that landed in New York after WWII? I mentioned that to him and told him about Vincent (also my brother's name) and Andrew. He fell silent and the look on his face was one of deep sadness and anger at the fact that this horror hit close to home.
I'm so sorry. Even if we aren't connected by a family tree,
my heart feels your loss. May God help all of you and bring a small measure of peace.
Mary Abate, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Meghan McFadden
September 11, 2010
Spending the day in remembrance... you are not forgotten.
Edward Esposito
September 11, 2010
Cuz...was there for you and Andrew this morning at the stroke of midnight.There is still a hole inside all of us without you two.Your mom is holding up but still shaken,but you know how strong she is....no worries till we get together again.
September 10, 2010
Happy Anniversary in Heaven my friend.
B
August 22, 2010
May you rest in peace.
Gloria M.
September 15, 2009
Each day I post the name of someone we lost on 9/11 on my Facebook. And, so, today, dear Vincent, we pause to honor your life. May you rest within the circle of God's arms in eternal peace.
Joe I
September 12, 2009
I did not know Vincent, his friends, or his family. My entry into his guestbook is random. To Vincent's family, please take some small measure of comfort in knowing that he will never be forgotten; even by those of us who never knew him.
Victoria Villeda
September 12, 2009
I never knew you Vincent. I live in Arizona and on the first anniversary of that tragic day, the company I work for gave every employer a balloon with the name of one of the 9/11 victims on it. I was given your balloon that day. As we memorialized all of the victims, we released the balloons into the air and watched them travel up into the sky. I have never forgotten you, and I am glad I was finally able to put a face to your name. From all the things I have read about you over the years, you seemed like you were a pretty neat guy, and even though I never knew you, you are truly missed. God bless you and your brother, and I can't wait to finally meet you one day in person.
Doug Abraham
May 23, 2009
Happy Birthday!!! On this Memorial Day Weekend of 2009, I am remembering Vincent Abate!!!
Vincent Abbate
May 7, 2009
I recieved many phone calls from friends that week thinking that it was me that was in the world trade center. My thoughts and prayers will always be with you.
Joseph Augello
November 15, 2008
Vinny,
Thank you for being an instrument in my recovery. I may not be here today had it not been for your wisdom of suggestion to Theresa on how to offer me help. I am forever grateful to you. Until we meet again, rest in God's peace Vinny.
jennifer
September 24, 2008
i lived across the street from vincent, i still do. i was about seven years old. i used to walk outside of my house everymorning to go in the car to get to school and vincent would be getting into his red corvette ( i think it was a corvette idk i was seven.) and he would wink at me! every single morning he would look at me, smile, and wink.
i still remember those moments every single morning. he looked so sweet. he was always happy.
whenever i look at the house i just picture his winks haha
i never really spoke to him or met him but i do miss him.
my heart goes out to his family for the loss of him and his brother.
its a terrible thing that happened. i hope vinny can see me from heaven and remember me and our little winky moments :)
im 15 now and im never forgetting.
<3
god bless their family
Douglas Patton
September 11, 2008
Vinny,
On this day, 9/11, my thought are with you and your family.
Douglas Patton
Barbara C
June 15, 2008
Still Missed. Sorry we never had closure. I think of you all of the time. Say hi to my dad, I know if he is with you he will have a Happy Father's Day. See you both in Heaven! Lots of Love.
Doug Abraham
May 23, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
May 23, 2008
Vincent,
Happy Birthday in Heaven.
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.
September 12, 2007
We will never forget you..god bless..love your neighbors from bay 7th
September 10, 2007
may god bless your family
Michael Iezzi
May 23, 2007
Vincent,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
A loved one lives forever in the hearts of those who cared.
A loved one lives forever in the memories that were shared.
Kendra Williamson
April 26, 2007
We will never forget. God bless you. God bless you.
eduardo c
March 22, 2007
God bless your family.
SANDY HICKS
January 23, 2007
GOD BLESS YOU. WE WILL NEVER FORGET
Eduardo Coutinho
December 19, 2006
I feel very bad for your family MERRY CHRISTMAS
aj
October 23, 2006
god bless
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