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Nigel Thompson Obituary
Many mornings and evenings, to work out and to reflect, Nigel Bruce Thompson walked across the Brooklyn Bridge from his Brooklyn Heights apartment to 1 World Trade Center, where he was a senior broker at Cantor Fitzgerald.
At age 33, Mr. Thompson was a newlywed who would have celebrated his first anniversary on Oct. 21.
His wife, Rosana, recalled being smitten with Mr. Thompson when they met in 1997 because he was handsome and had an off-color, British sense of humor. He proposed on bended knee over Peking duck. The wedding album is full of photographs of friends from Cantor Fitzgerald, many of whom were killed on Sept. 11.
"In my little group, we've lost 23 friends," Mrs. Thompson said.
Mr. Thompson's identical twin, Neal, said his brother was his opposite: a good-dresser, a physical fitness buff, tidy. They came to New York in the 90's from England and Nigel pushed him to be his best.
"He was a go-getter," Neal Thompson recalled.
Nick Boski, a good friend, said he and Mr. Thompson got together every Sunday night to watch "The Sopranos." Or they would go down to the Brooklyn Heights promenade and smoke cigars from Mr. Thompson's collection.
"You could see the World Trade Center," Mr. Boski said of the view. "I still go down there to feel connected to him."
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ROSANA THOMPSON
May 1, 2025
Dearest Nigel, So many years - it’s hard to believe how quickly the time passes. Maybe it is a blessing. You are so terribly missed - it is always just below the surface. It’s in everything I do - bc no matter what it is - it will always have been better with you. There is no doubt that you have, thankfully; left your mark on many souls. Your eternally happy you chose me wife - Rosana
Richard Mann
February 4, 2025
Sat on your memorial bench again Nigel. Lodgemoor Hallam golf club , looking over the A57 valley towards Derbyshire border. Sheffield lad done good. Your view is epic
Richard Mann
February 4, 2025
David Porritt
November 2, 2023
It was good to be able to visit the 911 memorial last week and stand beside your name in the North Pool of remembrance and look for your photo in the memorial building.
I once stood next to you in the cub pack we were in for a time in the 1970s. I remember your brothers too and and sure that even now, after 20+ years they miss you.
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Sal Rubino
September 11, 2020
Your memory is a blessing
I found this in Leeds (uk) I'm looking to find the owner of it I've done web searches and if it's not your belonging I'm sorry for the inconveniene
Ronnie Cliffe
October 28, 2017
Beatrice Landucci
September 21, 2014
This candle is lit eternally for you Nigel, as my twin boys are now 18 i look at their love and closeness and think of you and Neal, the special bond you shared will live on, thought of you when the minute silence was on tv last week Mr Thompson, i was at work and a tear came to my eye, god bless x
Riverlin valley near Nigel Thompson parent home site of memorial bench
Richard mann
September 20, 2014
Came across your bench at Hallam looking over Riverlin valley the morning Bin Laden was relieved of life. It was strange as I was unaware I was sat on a bench in memory to you. For a non religious man I had a cathartic moment and felt the loss and love of your family that morning.
May 16, 2014
Wherever you are, I hope you are happy.
Paul van der Meer
September 12, 2013
Dear Nigel, dear Neil, when it happened... 12 years ago I was completely gobsmacked.... through the grapevine I heard the stories, didn't want to disturb your family in their mourning... as time moved on I didn't dare to contact them ... afraid to stir things up... and now, tonight, on the 12th "anniversary" of the WTC-tragedy I finally "dare" to stir things up.... several times a year I talk about you, Neil and the true friend(s) you proved yourself(ves) to be. We met in October 1993, and the remembrance will last a lifetime. You were a good friend and colleague, and you are still missed dearly. My best wishes and to all that love you !
Your Dutch friend Paul !
June 8, 2013
The white rose county remembers a brother god bless from Tony in Rotherham
Beatrice Landucci
September 12, 2012
Thought of you and your family yesterday Nigel, noticed so many postings on facebook with remembrance for everyone who died on that tragic day, never forgotten and always in our hearts x
Paul Nabar
September 11, 2012
Dear Nigel, clear, blue sky and sun all day - I kind of guessed that you were watching over us all.
All of this way down the line and you are still dearly missed and never forgotten.
Peter Green
September 12, 2011
Have though about you, on and off since I heard about your death. Hope that your brothers are well. Even though I knew your older brother (Mark) better. Hope all is well for them and all of your and their own family's at this time of the year.
Marie-Claire Clay
September 12, 2011
I am a freshman at St. Agnes Academy in Houston. I was given a bracelet with your name on it so that i can remember you and pray for your family. Seeing your picture and hearing your story makes me feel the reality of 9/11. I want you to know that you and your family are in my prayers. God bless.
-Marie-Claire
LDC -From L to R. Fidelma Spillet, Joanna Burnett(Cumberworth) Sandra Ball , Beatrice Landucci, Nigel T
Joanna Burnett
September 11, 2011
Joanna Burnett
September 11, 2011
Mr Thompson, It has taken me ten years to write something on here, even though you are often in my thoughts. I was so pleased to read that you had married Rosana, because you were such a kind and gentle person and perfect husband material. I do hope you gave her your very special corned beef recipe. What was it? Fork down a tin of corned beef onto a plate, add tin of baked beans, microwave until hot and the melted fat is swimming around the beans, then eat! Always made my stomach turn just thinking about it. I have been in touch with Beatrice Landucci today and she too sends her love.
God bless. Joanna Burnett (Cumberworth) Ex LDC
Nikki Rospond
September 9, 2011
Wow, I can't believe it's been 10 years. I remember when you and Rosana took me to get my tattoo in July of '01. I got it in memory of my father, but it's also now a memory of you that I will always have.
I know you are watching over your beautiful nieces with a smile on your face....
Mark Thompson
September 6, 2011
although 10 years have passed I still have very fond memories of the days we all shared together . From the white water rafting (how the **** did I fit in a boat and not sink it) to vegas to the norfolk broads .I miss you so much . I am trying my best to grow old disgracfully as I possibly can . I sometimes feel you are with me on the long drives home from London .see you soon
Mark
Rosie T
April 21, 2010
Love you
Neal Thompson
February 25, 2010
Happy Birthday
Rosana Thompson
January 7, 2010
Nigie T. Happy New Year's Baby! I hope wherever you are you are well. We/I ALL miss you so much - everyday.
You are my love, my heart, my soul, my courage.
Rosie
Wendy Pregiato
November 15, 2009
Just sitting here on a sunny Sunday thinking of you....
Sal Rubino
September 11, 2009
We miss you.
Neal Thompson
February 25, 2009
Happy Birthday Nigel ... hope that there is a nice cigar and glass of Château de Beaucastel up there to for you to enjoy ... missing you always
Love Neal
Doug Abraham
February 25, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
Graeme Wright
February 24, 2009
Nigel knowing you you probably never read this stuff too busy off creating mischief I am sure. left you a message somewhere a long time ago. doubt you got it. think of you often. your friend. graeme
yeonjoo kim
January 23, 2009
Dear Nigel,
I have been trying to find both you and Neal for a long time, and I cannot believe that I have found you here. You are such a sweetheart . All those sweet memories of you will live within me forever. I will see you when my time is up here, until then, wait for alll of us who miss you very much.
kristine
October 23, 2008
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.
E J L
October 9, 2008
Dear Nige
I reckon it's 21 years to the day since we first met. And sadly 18 years since we last talked. But there's hardly a day goes by when I don't think about you.
The autumn of 1987 was probably the happiest time of my life and you and Neal were such a big part of it.
I feel such a fraud in not posting til now, I just never had the nerve.
Finally, as I said many, many years ago in Wainwright's room - I salute you!
Rosana Thompson
October 8, 2008
Dear Love,
Seven years seem too long. I still can't believe how blessed I have been to have you in my life. As I'm sure you are aware - you have a new niece born on your first day in heaven. I can't believe it. You really pulled that one off. I miss you terribly and often wonder of what our lives would have been like. I miss the children we wanted to have and most of all I miss being your wife. My love to you always.
Your Rosie T
Neal Thompson
September 14, 2008
Dear Nigel,
It has been long seven years since we last spoke,but I feel your presence every day. as I expect you already know, you are an uncle again, this time to Lucy Thompson, born just a few days ago on the 11th of September at 8:38 am ... everyone is doing fine, we just miss you terribly and always will. Now perhaps on this tragic anniversary, a few of those tears of sadness will be replaced with tears of joy, for a gift that I have to think you had a part in. God Bless you Nigel, I will love forever, your twin brother Neal
Doug Abraham
February 25, 2008
Happy 50th Birthday!!!
Gloria Baron
September 12, 2007
Dear Nigel:
I regret never having met you and especially having missed the magical day you married my cousin, Rosana.
Your bright and promising future whisked away in an instant.
May you and all of thoughs who perished with you rest in peace and guide us, as we continue on this journey and try to raise young ones in these crazy times.
At the time of your passing, there was song by Enrique Iglesias called Hero. Each time after 9/11 it brought thoughts of you and Rosana to mind and tears for the incredible loss. To all of the young heros we lost that dreadful day and thereafter, we miss you and we thank for the gifts you left us. We embrace each day and remember just how fleeting our lives can be.
Neal, a special prayer to you and your family as well.
Con mucho Carino,
Gloria Watkins Baron
P Tabbernor
March 31, 2007
In remembrance....
Mabel Galván
March 25, 2007
querido primo Nigel:
Aunque no te conocimos, sabemos que fuiste un gran compañero y amado por nuestra prima Rosana, nos hubiese gustado haber tenido el tiempo suficiente para hacerlo.
con mucho cariño,
tus primos:
Mabel, Sebastian y Valentina
neal thompson
February 25, 2007
Happy Birthday Nigel
Nick
December 15, 2006
What's up brother? I'm sure it's much better up there than it is down here. But Brooklyn just isn't the same without you.
BL Jamison
September 14, 2006
I sang at your wedding. And one year later...almost to the day...I sang your funeral. I think of you and your family often, but always in October.
Sal Rubino
September 11, 2006
Nigel,
Time has passed so quickly these last five years, the days diminished by your absence. I think of you often, and I miss you.
Sal
Virginia Galvan
September 5, 2006
Dearest Nigel,
You are always in my heart and my thoughts. Thank you for the love and strength you give Rosie, and for the love and laughter you brought to my family. Seeing how happy you made Rosie inspired me to hold out for the same. I only wish you could meet him. Oh, Nige we miss you so much. You left an incredible impression on us and will never be forgotten.
-Virginia
neal thompson
December 17, 2005
Dear Twin, it has been over four years since we last spoke, I miss as much as ever. You have missed so much since you have been gone, and I hope one day we will be able to catch up on everything. I pray the journey that you are on is wonderful and you are surrounded by love. It is hard without you here, but I know in my heart we will see each other again some day, and that gives me strength. Be well brother,
Love
Neal
Rosana Thompson
May 9, 2005
Dear Nigie,
How are you my love? 3 1/2 years. Somehow it doesn't get any easier. All there is is acceptance - trapped in this world without you.
I love you.
Rosie
Nick
January 12, 2005
Wish you were here.
Melody
September 11, 2004
Today, as every day, I think of you and thank God for you and the great impact that you had, and continue to have, on my son's life and character. Through your close friendship and brotherly love, he continues to develop into a fine young man, full of integrity, hope, and love.
I look forward to the day that I can thank you in person.
neal thompson
September 5, 2004
Thank you for all the wonderful messages and tributes...3 years have passed but I miss you as mush as ever... I cant't imagine a life without your advise and input, but somehow I continue.. I will always love you and hope that I make you proud .... I really really miss you and hope that you are ok
Love
Your twin
Neal
Sheila Berkley
April 19, 2004
I never knew Nigel, but in the days following September 11th, I was at a church service and the priest came up with an idea that in order to slow the enormity of the situation, just pick one person to pray for, and 'God has the best computer and will figure it out." I picked the name Nigel as my 'prayer partner.' The next day, Time magazine had a layout online where Nigel Thompson was the first picture on the spread and I felt like God did sort it out. I've been praying for the Nigel and his entire family since. I just wanted the family to know that there are still many people continuing to pray for them. Even if we are thousands of miles away and never met, just know people are always thinking and hoping for the best for the family. You'll be in my heart and prayers.
greg hurley
February 24, 2004
It's your birthday tommorrow, nigel
and i was hoping you were going to be spending some portion of it at the edge of some cosmic lake , water lapping at your feet, fat cigar in your mouth,
seated in a adirondack chair,glass of nice whiskey on the arm of it and regailling those around you
in a grand story.
you are missed. send a nice breeze across our face when we don't expect it if you don't mind, it would do some hearts some good
'round here. peace. happy birthday
Neal Thompson
October 8, 2003
It has been over 2 years and life without you is as sad as ever ......
I miss you always and pray foy you every day
I hope that you bring as much love and joy to the after life as you brought to mine. please continue to love us all and and engage us as much as when you were around.
I love you more than life itself and hope that you find peace and love .... please give me purpose and help me me to follow the path we set ....
I love you always your twin Neal
I miss you so much ...Mr T
Mara Deutsch
September 15, 2003
Like Betsy, I had the pleasure of meeting Nigel and Neal during my time abroad at York. I remember most of all 'putting the kettle on' for them the second they walked into my Wentworth College room for a visit. If I didn't, they were sure to let me know! I will always think of Nigel when I look back on this happy time in my life.
September 14, 2003
Like Betsy, I had the pleasure of meeting Nigel and Neal during my time abroad at York. I remember most of all 'putting the kettle on' for them the second they walked into my Wentworth College room for a visit. If I didn't, they were sure to let me know! I will always think of Nigel when I look back on this happy time in my life.
Betsy Wellman
September 11, 2003
Today is the second anniversary of a tragedy that hurts in every part of me not only for all of the victims, but specifically for the Thompsons and Nigel's friends. I did not learn of Nigel's death until I read of it in the York University alumni magazine obituary some 5 or 6 months after 9/11/01. The attack on thousands of innocent people in "The City" had already brought me sorrow. Having a personal connection to this date through Nigel increased the difficulty of remembering this day even more. I met Neal and Nigel some 14 years ago at York University where I was an exchange student. Meeting the Thompsons, their friends, and my other American and British friends at uni made that year what I still refer to as the best year of my life. I grew up, learned to be adventurous, to rely on myself, to value a good workout, to laugh as much as possible, and drink dark, heavy beer! Thanks to having Nigel & Neal in my life for that short time I was in England, I am a better person. Those of you closer to Nigel are fortunate to have had him for more time than I did, although it is too soon for him to be gone from our world...perhaps he is one up on us and enjoying that heavenly paradise he got to first!
Peace.
Deborah Bono
September 11, 2003
Nigel, The best we can do to honor your memory is live life to the fullest, hoping it will last forever and knowing that it doesn't. We will toast you in Paradise when the time comes. We're thinking of you; rest easy. Love, Deborah and Girome
Sal Rubino
September 11, 2003
My good friend, Nigel,
It's been two long years. I miss you.
Sal
Rosana Thompson
September 7, 2003
Dear Nigie-
I can't believe it has been almost two years. Do you remember what we did this night? It was typical us, on the couch, hanging out and getting ready to go to Larry and Wendy's wedding the next day in Montauk.
Despite the daily reality of your loss - it seems impossible that you are gone. The days, months, years before were filled with such happiness - beyond my highest expections. (No small feat!)
And yet, through all the sadness and tears it is your love and strength that continues to inspire me and give me courage. You are my heart.
Love Always,
Your Loving Wife Rosie
Rosana Thompson
November 19, 2002
Dear Nigie T.
How are you my love? I don't think you need to be told how much I miss your laugh, your smile, your eyes...
I wake in the morning and reach over to find you not there. I sometimes wonder whether my life with you ever really happened. Like a beautiful, wonderful dream you drifted into and then out of my life.
Even now as time passes by I still feel the imprints of your "self" on my soul. In your brief life you bestowed nothing but kindness and laughter on humanity. An angel on earth as well as in heaven.
My heart belongs to you always,
Your Rosie T.
Benjamin Bailey
September 17, 2002
Dear Nigel,
We never knew eachother well, but met a number of times through Neal. We lifted weights together in New Orleans once when Neal was too "tired" to go along. We spoke a few times at his wedding, and met here and there and it was always pleasant, and we laughed alot. I wish that we had had the chance to laugh together some more. I hope it is not out of place for me to say this not having been a close friend, but there have been moments over the last year when I thought you were near. Once at the gym, Neal and I were training and a song called "Making plans for Nigel" came on. I wasn't sure what to do, part of me wanted to run and turn it off, but Neal knew the song and seemed ok with it and we continued on in silence...maybe it's silly, but that moment seemed special. Another time, we were running on the west side, and Neal was getting tired. In an effort to keep him going I told him about a character in a book I was reading who had bad lungs. In order to breathe better he would imagine himself as a giant polar bear trodding along the ice in the cold crisp air easily breathing in and out with huge strong lungs. It seemed to work, and while I was relaying this to Neal, you came into my mind as being there running along with us. It was fleeting, but clear. I wasn't sure why and I didn't mention it to Neal. When we were back at the gym stretching out, Neal said it was interesting that I had said it, because you had always liked Polar bears. Now whenever I am running I think of you and the polarbear plodding along, almost one and the same.
On the eleventh of September of this year, Neal decided that he wanted to workout. We would lift heavy weights in your honor. I was proud to be a part of it, and wanted to help Neal any way I could. Instead I burned his neck with sore muscle cream, possibly gave him a hernia on the leg press machine, and inadvertantly reminded him of your scuba diving trip to Egypt thinking it was a funny story. I had only heard the "We paid for the *&^%$ cheese" part of it. He filled me in on the part I hadn't heard before. The part where he was genuinely frightened for you because you were passed out from the pain of your broken leg in a foriegn land in the middle of nowhere. And that just a few moments later, you got up and were fine. He said he had always loved that about you, that you seemed indestructible. It had upset and angered him, He said "I guess they saw to that, the sons of bitches." Meaning that they showed that you weren't indestructible. But thinking back on it now, it seems that maybe they've confirmed that you really are. For now, they can't touch you. You are in our hearts and in our minds and dreams, the safest place you can be... A giant polar bear plodding along effortlessly forever.
..perhaps we will laugh together again,
Ben Bailey
greg hurley
September 16, 2002
nigel
you are the all-inclusive guy.
always quick to engage us, quick to involve us in a group, quick to laugh, quick to laugh at yourself.
i still hear you in your brother.
am sure i will for a long time.
you have probably heard a lot of people talking about you down here
in glowing terms. well, we all saw that same gleam in your eyes. we understood that you had one of the most prized gifts we all want, the love of life. it oozed out of you whenever you were in a room.
we are gonna try to follow in your footsteps.
keep the light on.
Brian Isherwood
September 13, 2002
For Mr. Nigel Thompson, one of the funniest individuals I've ever met, and a person who forced a smile on the face of anyone in his path....
I struggled for the words to put here, and I decided just to relax and think of how I remembered you best, and how your life touched mine the most. What continued to enter my mind was the fact that when I was around you I never stopped laughing...... you had a sense of humor that made people look forward to the next time they saw you. Always upbeat, even under pressure, you provided a lift to every day I knew you. I was so happy to see you building a life in NY with Rosanna, because I always hoped the Thompson twins would never leave. Your spirit certainly never will.
We miss you. I hope we meet again.....
picture - Nigel & Neal
Jan Skorpen & Lily Goncalves
September 12, 2002
Dear Nigel,
being so far away from NY, I didn't know what to do today to pay tribute to you ..... until in your honor .. I went to the gym ... I was really punishing those weights .. you would have been proud of me ...
so many thoughts and memories came flooding back there ... and I feel privileged to have a chance to have known you ...
I remember the first time I met you ... you and Neal, and a few of your Cantors colleagues took me out for dinner during my first CSFB business trip to NY in the fall of 1997 ... what really struck me was the spark in your eyes as well as your humor ... sitting between you and Neal was amazing .. I really felt like being at a stand-up comedy show .. it was just one joke following another ... over the years you and Neal have provided your friends with so many laughs .. these truly great times .. I will never forget and will cherish for the rest of my life ...
even if I never was able to meet you so often since I was living so far away (in Tokyo) .. I really felt part of your daily life through Neal's daily phone calls every other day ... and he would tell me all about your latest adventures ... never a dull story ...
last time I saw you where at Larry & Wendy's wonderful wedding the weekend before 9-11 .. we all had such a great time .. and I still remember vividly you and Rosana's wild dances ... luckily I brought my video camera along and would like to share 2 pictures with everybody...
the first one is of you and Rosana dancing ... look at your smile ... that was you in a nutshell .. spark in the eye, boundless energy, and great spirit for all of your loved ones ...
the second picture is of you and Neal during pre dinner drinks .. when I think about you I also think about Neal .. and visa versa .. Nigel wherever you are .. please look after your twin brother and provide him with strength through your guiding spirit ... and Neal I can only imaging the pain you are going through ... but please know you have friends in every corner of the world that love you and will always be there to support you ...
last - on Lily's behalf I would like to send all her love to you & Rosana, Neal & Nichole, and the rest of your family ... she says "don't be afraid ... angels never sleep .."
God bless you Nigel .. we will never forget you ... and your smiling face .... rest in peace ...
Love Jan & Lily
picture - nigel & rosana
Jan Skorpen & Lily Goncalves
September 12, 2002
Dear Nigel,
being so far away from NY, I didn't know what to do today to pay tribute to you ..... until in your honor .. I went to the gym ... I was really punishing those weights .. you would have been proud of me ...
so many thoughts and memories came flooding back there ... and I feel privileged to have a chance to have known you ...
I remember the first time I met you ... you and Neal, and a few of your Cantors colleagues took me out for dinner during my first CSFB business trip to NY in the fall of 1997 ... what really struck me was the spark in your eyes as well as your humor ... sitting between you and Neal was amazing .. I really felt like being at a stand-up comedy show .. it was just one joke following another ... over the years you and Neal have provided your friends with so many laughs .. these truly great times .. I will never forget and will cherish for the rest of my life ...
even if I never was able to meet you so often since I was living so far away (in Tokyo) .. I really felt part of your daily life through Neal's daily phone calls every other day ... and he would tell me all about your latest adventures ... never a dull story ...
last time I saw you where at Larry & Wendy's wonderful wedding the weekend before 9-11 .. we all had such a great time .. and I still remember vividly you and Rosana's wild dances ... luckily I brought my video camera along and would like to share 2 pictures with everybody...
the first one is of you and Rosana dancing ... look at your smile ... that was you in a nutshell .. spark in the eye, boundless energy, and great spirit for all of your loved ones ...
the second picture is of you and Neal during pre dinner drinks .. when I think about you I also think about Neal .. and visa versa .. Nigel wherever you are .. please look after your twin brother and provide him with strength through your guiding spirit ... and Neal I can only imaging the pain you are going through ... but please know you have friends in every corner of the world that love you and will always be there to support you ...
last - on Lily's behalf I would like to send all her love to you & Rosana, Neal & Nichole, and the rest of your family ... she says "don't be afraid ... angels never sleep .."
God bless you Nigel .. we will never forget you ... and your smiling face .... rest in peace ...
Love Jan & Lily
Gina Diamond
September 11, 2002
I didn't know Nigel that well. I only met him a few times. He was my boyfriend Sal's very good friend. The few times I met him, however, he touched me with his great big sense of humor, his funny smile, and the happy way he looked at life. Sal and I love you and we miss you.
A toast to you. We are thinking about you today, and every day.
Elaine Grant
September 10, 2002
You are remembered Nigel one year on. Even though we never met you are still thought of.
Sean Smith
September 10, 2002
Nigel-
It's been a year and I can't believe you're gone. That wry smile that graced your face as we were about to embark on mischief is sorely missed. Our sordid adventures will always bring a gentle chuckle from me. Remember "Mum's the word".
Wherever you are Nige, I know its a good place. You were a very special person. My thoughts go out to Rosie and your family on this sad anniversary. I miss you very much.
Your friend always
Sean
Nikki Rospond
September 10, 2002
Nigey T-
I can't believe it's almost been a year since we've seen you. I have thought about you and prayed for you every day and miss you. You were a treasure brought into Rosana’s, and therefore my, world.
I loved your dry, British sense of humor and the twinkle in your eye.
Your kind heart.
Your gentle manner.
Your graciousness.
Your secret aspiration of being a “rap” star.
I loved how you brought out the best in Rosana. You were her angel long before you were taken from us…. and when I close my eyes, I can picture you sitting in the brown leather chair asking me if I'd like some "fizzy" water. I order it that way because of you.
This past year has been very challenging, but the fact that you touched so many lives gives us more people to lean on for support. I am a better person for having had the pleasure of knowing you. Thank you.
Don’t cause too much trouble in Heaven!
Much love,
Nikki
Suzanne Tuchin
September 9, 2002
Nigel,
Though I never knew you all that well, I have always felt a very strong connection to you and your family... perhaps because, in many ways, our families are very similar. I am now the mother of 11 week old identical twin boys. When I learned I was pregnant with twins back in November, 2001, I immediately felt that this was in your memory. I knew, in my heart, that they would be boys, just like you and Neal. I think of you and your family everyday. I wish peace for you all.
With all my love, Suzanne
Paul Nabar
September 9, 2002
Dear Nigel,
Please tell me that there is a 63rd Street Steak House in heaven, packed with all of our favourite cigars and cognacs!
I've let the weight training slip a little, but still have bad memories of the last beasting you gave me, I'm talking about the one where I couldn't walk for a week!
I guess, in life, we are lucky if we can count our best friends on one hand. You, my old friend, are one of them.
Thank you for the happy times that we spent together. My thoughts are now with Rosanna and your family.
Until we meet again.
Rupert Martin
September 9, 2002
Nigel-
I think the New York Times described you as 'the coolest English guy ever' or something to that effect.
Although you'd never have said that about yourself reading the words of all of your friends its clear that everyone else thought that was the case. You always gave me a great big welcome like a long lost friend (usually in a bar) and i wish we'd had the opportunity to get to know each other better. Our thoughts go out to your family and many friends
and to all of the people who had the honor of knowing you.
Rupert
Nicole Barth
September 9, 2002
Hi Nig –
I’m just not ready for this one-year mark. I miss you too much.
Your absence is evident everyday but I find it really hard to watch a season change and you’re not here with us. It’s been four seasons now and I’m not ready to enter the fifth.
I want to thank you for including me into the Neal/Nigel twin fold immediately. You accepted me with open arms and I embraced our friendship. Some of the best memories I have are of the three of us in Central Park on Sundays strolling along, or endangering small children as we teetered on our roller blades.
With Neal at my side you are always around me, and we talk endlessly of your antics, good humor and boundless love for your family and friends. I feel that so much laughter was taken from us that day. Once in a while, when Neal laughs really hard, I can see you Nigel. It’s just for a split second but you are there.
You were my brother long before you became my brother-in-law. Thank you for that. I will see you again someday .... until then, take care poopy-head and keep an eye out for all of us.
love, Nicole
carl nabar
September 8, 2002
nig
I miss you my friend. You will never be forgotten by any of us who knew you.
carl
Larry Pregiato
September 6, 2002
Dear Nigel,
Almost a year has passed now since that horrible day and the flood of emotions has not stopped. However I still can't help but smile whenever I think of you and remember the times we spent together and all the laughs. I am definitely a better person for knowing you. I will forever feel lucky for having met you and at the same time robbed by the senselessness that took you from us all. You are and will continue to be sorely missed.
Larry
Angelo Toglia
September 4, 2002
Nigel,
You always made me laugh when I needed it most with questions like, "What colour is the sky in your world?" We always just laughed and I never really answered the question. Well, my answer is this; "The sky in my world is warmer and brighter because of you Nigel - and it will be forever more"
Angelo
Jonathan Dexter
September 4, 2002
Dear Nigel
I recall the many fond memories that we shared from the age of five, at Hallam Infants and Junior Schools, then on to Tapton as teenagers. I shall never forget the good times we had, riding around on our bikes and the laughs we shared while playing snooker at your Mum & Dad's in Sheffield.
These memories will always be treasured. You will never be forgotten.
Nick Boski
September 4, 2002
Dear Nigel,
There isn't a day that I don't wake up and feel an incredible burden on my soul having lost you so suddenly and tragically. Everything in this city reminds me of you, but I want it to stay that way so that I never forget. You are sorely missed and will be until the day I see you again. But while I'm still here on earth I'd give anything to have it be September 9th, 2001 again. That wonderful day you, Ro, Robert and I hung out in the apartment all day just visiting. That was the best day of my life.
And just so you don't worry, I'm keeping an "eye" out for the guys while you're gone.
Best,
Nick
richard Attrill
September 4, 2002
Dear Nigel,
I have some very fond memories of spending time with you ... not only in person but everday through the broker speaker boxes!!! i sat next to neil and witnessed the pair of you in action - the friendship and the laughs ( and some business) - you certainly helped in making work a fun place to be in ... - probally one of my fondest - is you getting your mum involved to reinstate the trading relationship between you and neil !! broking at its best... your spirit is around and we all miss you dearly... And as i know so many dear friends and family feel you close in their lives .. i have added this poem - by Henry Scott Holland.... thinking of you ...
richrd
.Death is nothing at all.
I have only slipped away into the next room.
I am I and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other,
that we still are.
Call me by my old familiar name.
Speak to me in the easy way
which you always used.
Put no difference in your tone.
Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow.
Laugh as we always laughed
at the little jokes we enjoyed together.
Play, smile, think of me, pray for me.
Let my name be ever the household word
that it always was.
Let it be spoken without affect,
without the trace of a shadow on it.
Life means all that it ever meant.
It is the same that it ever was.
There is absolutely unbroken continuity.
Why should I be out of mind
because I am out of sight?
I am waiting for you,
for an interval,
somewhere very near,
just around the corner.
Norman & Patricia Thompson
September 4, 2002
Dear Nigel,
How we miss you. Never to hear your voice again or to hold you in our arms is unbearable. Thank you for being a wonderful son, thank you for being you. You will probably have put all the cherubs and angels in heaven on a diet and exercise regime; St Peter will be working out with the rest - absolutely no exceptions. We will try to keep fit and keep away from all the junk on this planet but when we cheat and eat chocolate we know you will understand. May God's love surround you and keep you safe my son. Loving you always.
Mum and Dad
Wendy Pregiato
September 2, 2002
Larry and I have never been so happy and so devastated in such a short time. First we got married in Montauk and it was wonderful - mostly because we got to see a lot of people we love and don't get to spend so much time with. You and Rosana and Neal and Nicole and the rest of the CSFB group - it had been too long and difficult with Larry being in Tokyo. And we had so much fun - I looked forward to seeing you all almost as much as finally marrying Larry! Then three days later, it was September 11.
Larry and I prayed and prayed then. It seems we pray a lot more now than we ever did before. And I talk to you sometimes. You have touched many people and you are so much a part of our lives. Every time I am terrified of flying, I look at the picture of you and Rosana from the wedding (I keep it with my passport) and you give me courage. Every day that I am having a "bad" day and I'm homesick or I get cranky with Larry for something silly, I remember how lucky I am. You influence my life daily and I am so much more grateful for every day and every minute of happiness. I appreciate things now. More than anything, you inspire me to laugh often and love well. That is the legacy you have left for me. And I miss you.
Peter Rading
August 31, 2002
Though it’s almost 10 years ago, I clearly remember the first time I met you. You had come to visit the trading desk at Natwest in London where your brother and I worked. It quickly became apparent that you not only shared your brothers looks and suits (!), but also his strong ambition and drive and great sense of humour.
Over the years, I had the privilege to watch you achieve your ambition both in your career and your personal life. I was also fortunate enough to experience your wit and humour. Your stories were always entertaining; I will be telling them for many, many years. You lived your life with ebullience and zest; you accomplished more than most will in a lifetime. The memories are forever. I will never forget, Nigel.
mark thompson
August 31, 2002
hello Nigel ,
It's nearly the first anniversary
and its fair to say I am still coming terms with everything that has happened.I miss you so much ,especially our weeky phone calls .There was never enough time .
I would just like to thank you for being there and providing all the love and support I needed.(not always deserved!!)
It was a privilege to know you and Im honored to be known as your brother.
Mark
Judith Mclaughlin
August 31, 2002
Nigel Bruce Thompson
I regret I didn't get time to know you better but in the precious time I had I found you to be good and kind and funny. We can be comforted - for your love is always with us, for always, safe inside our hearts. I pray for your family that miss you so to have peace. With Love from Wendy's Mom.
Craig Puffenberger
August 28, 2002
Nigel,
Although we spent several fun times together, I really feel like I knew you best through Neal. Hearing one side of your daily phone routine as you covered your brother in the markets (not an enviable task), it was so clear that God had created a dynamic duo that was bright, driven, inseparable, and most of all painfully funny. I think anyone that spent time around either of you individually, or God help them both of you together, it was clear that your humor embodied a full love of life. That will always be with me.
But as long as Neal is alive and kicking, you will always be a part of this world. You are still so much a part of him that your presence is still felt daily. And all of the people who knew you well will always feel a little of that love of life that you spread. I feel honored to have been touched by your spirit.
Craig
Mark Balascak
August 27, 2002
Hey Nige
Well, I don't know where to start mate. How do I go from talking to you every day to not talking to you at all? Still can't believe you are gone but you will never be forgotten, there are just too many good memories. One day we will reminisce.
Cheers mate
Ballsy
Harish Neelakandan
August 27, 2002
Dearest Nigel,
It's been a year, and I still can't believe it! Not a day goes by without Sunita and I thinking about you. We have your picture from the NY Times pasted on our desk and it gives both of us some solace to look at your ever smiling face and it reminds us of your ever cheerful and kind personality. We will always cherish memories of our times together, and will especially remember the incident when you comforted the poor waiter who'd spilt wine on our shirts and went on to warn the haughty restaurant owner who was trying to appease us by yelling at the poor guy that you would never go there again if he fired the stunned waiter. That was really magnanimous, Nigey T., and is a lesson in humility for all of us to learn from. Rosanna, I've been meaning to write to you... please think about visiting us one of these days down in Princeton, and maybe we can get Neal to come along too.
In fond remembrance, - Harish
Drew Powell
August 25, 2002
Nigel,
We have known each other for over 25 years, I guess that makes us friends for longer than anyone else (apart from Neal of course).
In that time, it says plenty that I always looked to your address at Christmas when writing the first card.
I still believe you are out there somewhere - maybe I will finally get an invite to your new tabacco plantation wherever that may be.
Catherine, Sam and I along with everyone else miss you terribly, but
Nigel my Best Man and Best Friend, I'll see you at the golf course soon.
Drew
Sally Nabar
August 23, 2002
Nigel
I hadn't seen you for years until the weekend before Sep 11th (I'd been in London and then Tokyo and you'd been in New York) but I kept up with you through Carl. That last weekend in Montauk was a lovely weekend. It was great to see you again - and you hadn't changed one bit. You had a huge enthusiasm for life, not just your own but everyone else's, so it was always a pleasure to be in your company. It was also fantastic to see how happy you were with Rosanna and she with you. I'm so glad that I managed to see you one last time before you left us. But I'm so sad that you had to leave us so soon. My thoughts are with you and your family - especially with Neal and Rosanna.
Sal
Karen Mason
August 23, 2002
Dear Nigel,
We first met in freshers week at York University. Memories of those fun days we all spent at York will always make me smile. During those days at York you became one of my most valued, trusted and respected friends. That will never change. Although you can not be here you will always be one of my greatest friends. I will never forget you.
Neal Thompson
August 22, 2002
Dear Nigel,
You are deeply missed. You brought a lot of love, good times and humour with you into the world, and nothing will ever bring this back. I hope one day that we will see each other again, but until then I hope that heaven has enough chocolate, and that your coffee is always served with skimmed milk, that you see all the latest movies first on a large screen t.v. and that your visits to the celestial gym gives you a great pump.
Take care and put the kettle on .
Mary Haskins
August 3, 2002
It has been almost eleven months since september 11th. It seems like yesterday i shared a wave with you on the Brooklyn Bridge...Every morning like clockwork we'd pass as you were headed off to work and I was headed home from a run. I pray that Rosanna will find peace in the years to come. Everyone at 15 Clark Street mourns her loss.
Mary Haskins
15 Clark St 1-C
May 14, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN..NIGEL BRUCE THOMPSON AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS LOVING FAMILY...TWIN BROTHER AND MANY FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA..NEW YORK AND THE GOOD PEOPLE OF ENGLAND..MAY JESUS AND HIS SAINTS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Michael Iezzi
May 10, 2002
Father we entrust our brother Nigel to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
Alexandra Luckett
March 13, 2002
Dear Rosanna,
I learned from my friend Dolores today that your husband Nigel and my brother Ted were great friends and died together that horrific day at the World Trade Center. I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. My mother remembers Ted speaking fondly of Nigel. I'm sure Ted loved his British sense of humor. I'm sure they are still laughing together in heaven right now. Please feel free to email me if you ever need to talk. God Bless Ted and Nigel and all their friends that lost their lives that day. God bless you!
Karen Benedetti-Colter
March 11, 2002
Dear Nigel,
I have known Rosanna and her family since we were kids. I remember my mother telling me about Nigel and how much he was loved by the family. Anna called him "angel" and that is all I know him as. I remember how Rosanna instantly glowed every time she talked about him.
Though he never met me I want him to know that I pray for him,Rosanna and family. I still carry his picture and poem given to me at his memorial service.
My faith in God reassures me that Nigel is in a beautiful place safe and happy.
So Nigel, who I only ever knew as "un Anjel", is truly home.
Love and Prayers,
Karen, David and Dominic
Jason Tuchin
March 8, 2002
It's been just about 6 months now, and I still find it impossible to get through the day without thinking of Nigel. He will never be forgotten.
All my love,
Jason
Andrew Robinson
February 15, 2002
To Rosana, Neil, Norman and family. I remember having lunch with Norman, Nigel's Dad, quite frequently in Telephone House, Sheffield, England. I was then working for BT and Norman was coroner's officer for Sheffield. We have subsequently met in my home village of Ecclesfield. How often Norman would talk about his boys, of the trips he and Nigel's mother would make to the US and the wonderful office location - at the top of WTC. And of how well Nigel and Neil were doing, and of their brother back here in UK.
I was always impressed with the pride you had for all your boys Norman. After 9/11,I intended to write, but didn't know what to say. But I can say that there are thousands of people in Sheffield who care and share your grief. Be strong and treasure a life lived, albeit cut short.
One day, there may be a proper answer to the question - why?
Andrew Robinson
Lauren Tuchin-Cheng
February 11, 2002
Dear Nigel,
Today marks the fifth month since you passed. I think of you everyday and many many times. My thoughts are with your family; Neal, Mark, your parents and nan. I am so grateful for the wonderful times we shared. May you rest in peace. All of my love, Lauren
Teresa Jahn
December 10, 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
Evan Frank
December 8, 2001
It just doesn't seem right that I should come up with some final words for you, Nigel.
It's as though I should be talking in the present, not the past. It's as though you should be doing some of the talking too. And teaching me another British drinking song in between...
How do I convey to the world what a wonderful human being you were ? How do I articulate just what I feel this world has lost so senselessly, and do it justice so that it's sincere and honest, and doesn't sound like yet another effusive eulogy to those that didn't know you ?
Perhaps I can just reminisce back a few years when you and I started on the 105th flr. You showed me kindness and friendship, which was sincere, as was your love for your family back in the U.K. and for your brother Neal who was with you in N.Y.
I always admired you for your closeness to your family. I will remember you as a man of wit, and a man of honor, a good natured guy who could dish it out if he had to, but preferred instead to catch his flies with honey. You were always honest, fair, and sincere in a business that does not always encourage that.
You made a lasting impression on me Nige….. I only wish I could tell you that in person.
You will never be forgotten.
Evan
Rosana Thompson
November 2, 2001
My Dearest Nigee T.-
I am missing you very much. But, I know you are happy - I will try to be happy too.
Love Always,
Your Rosie T.
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