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Khamladai K. "Khami" Singh
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Khamladai Singh Obituary
It was essential for both of the Singh children to leave very early on the day of the attack -- by 6:20 a.m. -- because their roles were so crucial at the conference breakfast at Windows on the World.
Khamladai, 25, as an assistant banquet manager, would be greeting the participants at 8 a.m.; her little brother, Roshan, 21, was arranging the audio-visual presentation. There were 600 guests, after all, and preparations had to be flawless. So they left the family home in Woodhaven, Queens, together as they always did, caught the A train and arrived by 7 a.m.
If brother and sister were extremely close, doing just about everything together, it is true that Khamladai often had the tighter schedule: after her day at Windows, she studied computer programming full time at Borough of Manhattan Community College. There were times, though, when Roshan was equally pressed, thanks to his duties in the Army National Guard.
Now their mother, Toolsiedai Seepersaud, waits in a quiet house for her only children with their stepfather, Jamil Awan. "I am just hoping they are together," she said.
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Carynn
September 23, 2024
Sending you so much love all these years later. Your children´s story is always in my heart. I wish they were late to work that day.
Peace and love , xo
Amy A
September 11, 2024
Hey Khami,
23 years later and when this day comes I think we all think of you and your brother.
I hope life has been kind to your mom and that is she is doing well.
xoxo
The Kindred Family
November 1, 2019
We send our continued deep sympathy to your family. With each new day may God give the help needed as you try to cope. Also may your loving memories be of some comfort. Khami and Roshan are still missed so much and will never be forgotten.
Bee Bee Pittman
July 7, 2019
Love and miss you always! So many fun times together at Hudde JHS! Your beautiful smile your caring heart...such a beautiful person both inside and out! Love you girl! Bee
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Kat Guillaume
July 6, 2019
Beautiful it's been a while but I've spoken about you sooo much this week. I love you so much Khami ❤
Di Ann
September 9, 2014
Thinking of you on this week, the 13th anniversary.
Bee
September 8, 2013
Another year...Thinking of you again...I Truly Miss You! We shared a lot of laughs..a lot of good times in j.h.s. I feel your spirit this month you must be watching me :) Luv u girl!!!!!
Ahmad Taylor
September 11, 2012
You were a wonderful woman and will always be missed. Everyday without you in the world is a bit sadder.
marcy figueroa
May 29, 2012
Thought of u today u told me once I was a strong prson..I gotte remember that..xoxoxox u girlie tell your bro hey! Xoxox u both..just being random today. :)
marcy figueroa/sisserman
September 11, 2011
Miss u guys soooo much
In memory, always.
Nassir Farid
September 11, 2010
Hey Roshan,
Miss the good times at Cunningham JHS. Always thinking of you, man. Bye for now.
Amy Andino
September 11, 2010
You were my childhood friend, from the days of JHS to HS and although the last time I saw you, we were anything but friendly. Khami I heard about your death the same day at a memorial and I grieved so hard for you. I asked you that day for your forgiveness and from the kind of person you always were in life, I know from heaven you pardoned me. I know so many people lost their life that day but to me sept 11 means only the lost of you and Sean... it saddens me each year and each year I watch the memorials just to hear your two names. Know you are in my prayers as is your mom ` who I did see 2 years ago on Sept 11th on her way to the City :(
I know without a doubt that you and Sean are resting in Peace up in Heaven, smiling down not only upon us, but on all the world. Sending prayers of peace to your family and close friends. Love you
Tanya Davis-Diaz
September 11, 2009
I miss you.... you are always in my thoughts. I talk to my children about you all the time and show them pictures. I know you and Roshan are together... The both of you are truly missed.
Love always,
Tanya
Diane Jagdharry-Reyes
April 29, 2009
Hey Sister Khami,
Happy Belated Birthday!!! I know I'm late writing but not wit u in my thoughts!!! u were all dat was on my mind dat day...its gonna be 8 yrs and I still miss u like it was yesterday and I dont think I'll ever NOT miss u! I think how things would be if u were here...anyways I know though day your keeping an eye out of all of us....I love u SOOOO much and miss u in ways I could never express!!!! xoxoxo
Julia C
September 11, 2008
Khami,
I always admired you. As Jason's little sister I was the little sister of the group including Ricky who loved you so much and will always love you. You never treated me as the young girl, but like we were friends. I think of you many times during the year but always at this time. I ask GOD why he took you but I know you and Sean are in his loving arms watching over those you love.
Your family is always in my prayers until we meet again.
isha morgenstern
September 11, 2008
thinking of you and your brother.
love isha
Diane Jagdharry
September 11, 2008
Hey Sister Khami,
You have always been my sister and always will. I wish you were here so bad. I've been through so much and right when I need a big sis the most, you were taken. You are always in my thoughts, not only today but today especially it hurts. I miss and love u SO much!!!! and You'll always be our big sister to all 9 of us.
derrick barnes
June 24, 2008
To my sister. Even though we're not blood related, I just wanted to say thank's for all the times you showed up at my football banquits and for keeping my brother in check. We all miss you dearly, god bless.
Diane Jagdharry-Reyes
September 25, 2007
You're always in my thoughts...not only on the anniversary but always......your my sister....i love you and miss you!
B.J. Singh
September 11, 2007
Kham;
I told my son, Laekhram, about you and Roshan the other day. My eyes were filled with tears as I told him how we used to babysit you in NY. I think he understood a little bit...I saw your Dad a few weeks ago. You'd be very proud of your 2 little brothers, Charles and Bronson. They're great looking boys, makes me very proud.
You will forever be in my memory honey.
Love,
Dado.
Albis Torres
September 10, 2007
Sorry that she had to die so young and may God be with you all.
kristine
August 19, 2007
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.
P Tabbernor
March 11, 2007
In memory....
B.J. Singh
June 16, 2006
Kham;
My dear, sweet, Cousin!...I didn't know you as an adult honey. We moved to Connecticut in '79 when you were just 4 or 5 years old. But from what I've read from the tributes posted here from the numerous people that loved you and Roshan so much, I gather that you both were some of God's greatest children.
I remember the child Khami. You would be at our house in Brooklyn all the time, back in the '70's. You were the apple of your parent's eyes. You were so pretty and happy, and playing all the time.
You used to call my Dad(Kennard Chach) Sha-Sha. To this day, I remember the sweet sound of you saying that. When your parents would pick you up I remember how you would cry so, because you didn't want to leave your Sha-sha.
I think I've seen Roshan once, when he was 6 or 7 or so...To look at the picture of him being in uniform, and holding you the way he did, made me think of my own sisters, Shanta and Terry. You looked as though nothing could ever harm you in your brothers arms honey, the way it should be. I'm very glad he was GI, like so many of his cousins, and one Uncle(Dirinze Chach). I'm sure he was a fine young man, brimming with military discipline and pride of who he was.
My life will always feel a little less complete that I didn't know you children as adults. So many people have left so many loving tributes to both of you....They say you're really judged by the way people speak of you when you're gone. From the sentiments left on this site, both you and Roshan were some of the best people. I'm sure the two of you loved eachother the way brothers and sisters were supposed to love eachother...the traditional Indian way, celebrated on Raki Day in our culture. I would like to think that the two of you are in Heaven some where still looking after eachother.
It's been almost 4 years now that you and Roshan were called home by God. I haven't seen either of your parents since this all happened. I'm going to NY this weekend to watch our cousin Ronald's daughter get married. I will find your mother(Auntie Ruby) and father(Jai Chach) to say hello.
If anyone would like to contact me, Dado (Sha-sha's[Kennard's] Son), please use this email address: [email protected]
May God bless us all!
Your Cousin Dado
N D
September 11, 2005
Dear Khami,
Today is September 11th, the fourth anniversary of the worst day of our history and I sit here remembering all the brave souls we lost that day. I just want to let you know that I have not forgotten you and you are still in my prayers.
May you rest in peace.
Raj Kooma
May 8, 2005
To Khamladai Singh, it has been awhile, a soldier is never forgotten in the mind of those that serves for the greater good of their nation. There are many of us fighting for that greater godd, so that your sacrifice is never forgotten. May Lord Shiva bless you in your new life.
Proudly serving. Raj
Lalmanie Narain
October 19, 2004
Dear Kam
It has been three years, since you are gone, but it feels like it was just yesterday. I have been reading all the wonderful comments that are written about you, and it reminds me of your father, always loving,funny and full of life, whose birthday you share. He misses you terribly and it comforts him to know that you and Roshan are together. We love and miss you
LN
With Love
N D
October 4, 2004
Dear Khami,
Today is September 11th, 2004, the third anniversary of the horrible catastrophe. Just wanted to say that I haven't forgotten YOU and that YOU are still in my daily prayers. May you rest in peace.
Love,
Jason C
September 12, 2003
Khami was one of the nicest people i have ever met in my life, so full of patience and love. Since the day we met she was nothing but a great friend and instantly became a sister to me. She was engaged to my brother to be married, they were together since high school. Throughout the years Khami and her brother Roshan have blessed our house and our lives with their presence, all of the chistmases, new years parties, dinners, any event of significance she was there even as she worked and went to school full time. When my father passed she was there to comsole me, she was always there for me and my family, her presence is missed. She will always be in my prayers and she will always be loved. A true friend
PATRICIA HENRY
September 11, 2003
I WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY. I MET KHAMI AT THE ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY AT WINDOWS ON THE WORLD 5YRS AGO. SHE WAS A VERY PLEASANT OUTGOING PERSON. I HAD A DREAM ABOUT HER AND SHE SAID SHE WAS OK.
ADESHA ISAHAK
September 11, 2003
I REALLY DIDNT KNOW KHAMI BUT IT DOESNT MATTER ..MAY GOD BLESS HER AN HER BROTHER AN WATCH OVER THEM...........
joaline mendez
September 11, 2003
khami was one of my closet friends we shared the deepest of secrets together, she will forever hold a peace of my heart.shawn was a mature sweet gentleman that was the best dance partner i ever had.I will miss you guys so much my prayers are with your mother i hope god will grant her peace and strengh always.
Sammy Beharry
September 10, 2003
I really didn't know Khami all that well, but being from the same neighborhood, her passing really touched me. She was the same age as me. And I remember seeing her back in the day at the West Indian clubs, that all the kids were going to. She seemed like a nice person. For this tragedy to take her life away as well as her little brother's, was devastating to the world. Life seems unfair sometimes when we lose the ones we love, but you know what? It's ok, they are in a safer place. A safer place from this crazy world. Khami was a super person, who will never be forgotten. She, her brother, and all the victims of 9/11 will never be forgotten.
September 11, 2001 - Never forget!
Increase The Peace!
Sam,
Oz Pk
Di Ann
August 31, 2003
I did not know Khami, but was involved in the making of a 9/11 Memorial Quilt. When I chose a name to make a quilt square for, I was drawn to her name. I have read all the beautiful things written about her and I know I picked the right person. She sounds like she was the same kind of person I try to be daily.
Khami, I feel I know you somehow. My prayers will always be with you, your brother & the family left here on earth.
You will always be in my heart & soul now.
Clayton Broomes, Jr.
August 26, 2003
After the tragic events of that day, going back to work in the area wasn't easy for me at all. Working at HPD on Gold Street, the first thing that caught my attention was the missing picture of both yourself, Khami, and your brother Sean. So intrigued, I was bringing you two to the attention of everyone around me. It's such a devastating loss. I've read lots on Khami and Sean, hearing what good people they were and how close they were. I wish I could've seen that for myself. Anyway, I pray that God grant your family the strength to move on with their lives and live on in memory of the two angels lost on 9/11. May God bless the Singh's, the Seepersaud, and the Awan families.
S. BROWNE
September 19, 2002
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Singh family. I have known Khami since JHS and was very sadden to here of her passing. I remember Khami as a person who smiled and laughed a lot. That is how I choose to remember her smiling and laughing in heaven.
Diane Jagdharry
September 19, 2002
For my Big Sis Khami,
I miss you so much! You don't understand how much I need u! For your Big Sis duties. But actually your mom needs you more and Big Mamoo, Auntie Sat, Auntie Mal, Mamoo Kris and everyone else. You were loved by 2 many people for me 2 be naming all. I just wanna remind u dat u are so loved and will NEVER be forgotten!
I LOVE YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!!
Love always,
Your little cuz ~*Diane*~
marcy sisserman
September 19, 2002
I new you since jhs and have not seen you since we graduated HS and I never expected to see you again after so many years this way. We were decent friends, never argued, shared lunches, and laughed together. I miss you more now knowing we will never bump heads again. Imiss you now more than ever. watch over me as I pray to you. You will never hurt again for god is protecting you and your brother. Till we bump heads again... love your friend marcy...
Alisa
September 14, 2002
I will never forget you Khami. You, your brother and your family are always in my prayers.
Cecilia Celso
September 12, 2002
My heart aches for your loss, even a year later. I read about your children last year in an article by Esquire Magazine and cried as I read it, and cried again today. Of all the stories told, your children is who I remember most. May God be with you.
Anderson Angad
September 12, 2002
I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish I had the words to make you feel less pain. I cannot imagine the pain you have been through the last year. I feel the sorrow that you loss your two children in that horrific day. I know that they are together praying that you are safe from hurt. God will protect you and everyone else who was hurt on that day. I will always keep you in my prayers.
Love and peace on earth.
andrea mason
September 11, 2002
I worked with Khami at the Dime and have a picture of her of when we worked there, always smiling..she was a beautiful person inside and out a great representation of Guyana's finest...she will be missed
andrea mason
Roop Persaud
September 2, 2002
To Ruby, Sat
Ruby I know that I was not around to attend the wake and memorial service for Khami and Roshan but I prayed to Mother Durga each and every day to grant you the strenght to go on. September 11 was during the time of Pitri Paskh so I know Khami and Roshan is together.
May Durga Maa continue to bless you always.
Roop Persaud
Family friend
KAREN
August 1, 2002
MY GOD WATCH OVER YOUR MON AND DAD. YOU ARE WITH THE HOLY FATHER AND AT PEACE. YOU ARE AN ANGEL LOOKING DOWN AT THEM. MY YOUR SOUL REST IN PEACE.
Catherine Hernandez
May 28, 2002
Khami I will never forget the day I met you. You were so kind, and caring, I could always count on you. You helped me on those mornings when nothing seemed right. And you always had a glow that nobody could take away. I love you Khami and I always will!
Catherine
Shanta Negron
May 3, 2002
Khami and Roshan,
You were beautiful children, we loved you dearly. I truly wish I could have watched you both grow up. Your mom did a great job raising the both of you.
With all my love
your cousin
shanta
April 30, 2002
MAY KHAMI AND SEAN BE TOGETHER IN HEAVEN..MAY THEY REST IN PEACE..AMEN
April 30, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS YOUNG WOMAN..KHAMLADAI K.(KHAMI)SINGH AND MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS.GOD BLESS HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK..MAY GOD AND HIS ANGELS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Lalmanie Jawallie Singh
April 26, 2002
Kami on behalf of your dad you have always and will be close in our hearts and in our prayers. God Bless your soul my dear neice "Kami"
elizabeth obebeduo
January 22, 2002
i want to extend my deepest sympathy to the families and friends.it takes time to recover from lossing love ones,but look onto god for healing and he will provide indeed.keep your eyes on the lord and he will show you the way. i know that they are in heaven looking down on us with a warm smile.
Rick Kelly
January 19, 2002
Khami
You were a lady in every way. You were so pretty and graceful, all of us bartenders felt the need to "protect " you from the customers. I can't say enough how sad I am for you and your brother. You touched me in a unique way and I will never forget your peaceful beauty.
Much Love honey, God keep you
Rick Kelly
former Bartender W.O.W.
Victoria Adams
January 16, 2002
We send our deepest condolences to Khami and Roshan’s family, and most particularly her mother, who has suffered the greatest loss.
Since September 11th, we have been greatly grieved about the loss of Khami and Roshan. We knew Khami best, since we had direct contact with her when we held our conferences at Windows on the World three times a year. She was gracious, elegant, charming and kind. From the moment we arrived at Windows on the World, Khami was the brightest light of our day. She never met our needs with anything but a smile and composed reassurance. In addition, we had fun together, and working with Khami was like working with a friend, though we saw each other rarely. Such was her ability to put people at ease and connect with others. Khami had an illuminating grace and comforting calm about her that impressed us greatly.
In addition, we know from things Khami told us that she recently faced great challenges and met them with remarkable courage and faith.
For this and other reasons, Khami made a huge impact on our lives in the brief time we knew her. We considered her then, and do now, an inspiration as to how one can best live one’s life—with a sense of gratitude for the moment, and appreciation for the ones who love us and whom we love.
I am sure she, and Roshan, are greatly missed by her family. We cannot imagine the loss you must feel. Certainly Khami is not forgotten and in her brief life made a great impact on people—even those who, like us, who barely knew her. Khami is irreplaceable and we will miss her greatly.
In friendship and gratitude, Victoria Adams and Priscilla Tate, Technology Managers Forum
Sandra
January 3, 2002
To the mother of the Singh children: reading about your children brought tears to my eyes and pain to my heart. They were together so I believe they are together now and I'll bet that they are worrying and praying for your well-being, just as I am, and as we all are in this country. I can't stand to imagine your pain but I pray that you can imagine your recovery. The whole country is w/ you, including your children, mother.
Teresa Jahn
December 11, 2001
Such a beautiful young lady your daughter looks like from the picture. We are so very sorry for the loss of your children Khami and Sean. Our hearts are crying 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
david laurance
November 1, 2001
i am running a project whereby participants can do good deeds to honor victims of this tragedy. a good deed has been done to replace one of the many that Khamladai did not get a chance to do.
Elizabeth Ramcharran/Edwards
October 31, 2001
My heart goes out to the family,relatives and fiends in their grief for the loves ones lost. Khami & her brother I do not know them but I grief for all the lives that was lost. It is hard to loose two love ones at the same time it happened to me and it took a while to get rid of some of the grief. God was my only refuge and he got me throught the days. I still miss them but I learn to deal with it. If it is any solace they are together and not alone. That is how I felt, when I lost my love ones, they traveled together dying the same day. Hope you find peace and forgiveness and can go on....
Dianne Purdy
October 7, 2001
I am sorry about your loss of your two children. My prayers are with you each and every day.
Love,
A Mom
Rosie Diaz
October 5, 2001
To:The family of Khamladai& Roshna Singh:
I send many blessings to you during this time of heartache. I also wish that they are together in heaven. I am so sorry that things ended up this way and I wish all of you the best.
Gaurang G. Vaishnav
October 3, 2001
To: The family of Khamladai & Roshna Singh:
We pray for the eternal peace for the departed soul. May God give the family members strength to bear this terrible blow.
If the family needs any assisttance, please contact Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America- 908-901-9380, or [email protected] attn.: Girish Gandhi.
Gaurang G. Vaishnav
General Secretary,
VHP of America
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