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When Michael A. Trinidad and Monique Ferrer divorced three years ago, they stayed friends. Ms. Ferrer got the custody of their two children, Thea, then 7, and Timothy, then 6, and it was understood that the children were "theirs" ‹ not "his" or "hers."
Every other Friday, Mr. Trinidad would come to pick up the children for the weekend. "He was like a big kid," Ms. Ferrer said. "He would take them to the park, play ball games, call them silly names and just act silly." The three also went apple picking in upstate New York and sun-bathing on the Jersey Shore.
After the first plane hit the trade center on Sept. 11, Mr. Trinidad, 33, who was working in telecommunications accounting for Cantor Fitzgerald, called Ms. Ferrer to say goodbye. " 'What goodbye?' I asked him. 'Are you going anywhere?' " Ms. Ferrer recalled asking him, unaware of the disaster.
" 'I love you, and I love the kids,' he said. 'I am not going to make it out.' Then he asked to talk to my husband," Ms. Ferrer said. "Michael asked my husband to be his children's father and love them for him."
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Michael Bernard Wolf
May 4, 2025
I am so sorry and was terribly sad when I heard Michael died. I worked with him at Dreyfus/Mellon Corp for 3 years and we got along well. He always talked about his family and his little dog and I wished him well when he left the company to go work at The World Trade Center. Michael was a good guy and he and a few other friends who I knew who died on 9/11 will nver be forgotten. RIP Michael, we will always remember you and all th other souls we lost on that terrible day.
Nicole Garcia
May 2, 2025
It´s been 24 years since this horrible day I´m sure Mr.Trinidad is so proud of his kids especially his daughter zelina she´s an amazing wrestler & he´s always in her heart no matter what R.I.P. Michael
Miguel Rivas
September 11, 2023
Today it has been 22 years since that day happened, may he rest well in paradise, i know he would've been proud of what his daughter has become on the world of professional wrestling.
Sandy Perez
September 10, 2023
Nearly 22 years later and I can still see the number on the caller ID, and me saying "Why is he calling me so early?" Then I would pick up phone to hear you say "Good morning sunshine" laughing. On 9/11 you called I didn´t pick up the phone it was exactly 8:52 am to be exact. A day and time I will always regret not picking up, but I wanted to hear what you were gonna say. I hope you tell me in my dreams someday, Till then R.I.P. always. I´m glad I did say Yes and meet for lunch at the chinese place in 14th st union square. When we went to say goodbye as you walked me to train station, that Hug was so tight and you squeezed me. A feeling I will never forget.. Thank you for the memories and fun times. Remember when you drove to connecticut in the "Lemon" car lol as you would say. Make them laugh in heaven as you did here on earth.
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September 13, 2021
Wow 20 years seems like yesterday. Your daughter is grown up and beautiful. Never forget when you would come to WTC picking up pagers, you always said you wanted to work here. We will never forget ❤
Cheryl-Lynn
Aurora Nieves
September 13, 2021
Oh Michael, I miss your laughs & jokes..... We met at Mitsubishi, and were instant friends. I knew for a fact you loved your two children to the moon & back!!! You talked about them all the time, you reminded me of my dad because he was the only other man, to do just about anything for his family! I can not believe, your gone & we won't ever be able to have a drinks in Da Bronx, & talk about our lives & families...... This was an awful thing to happen, but I know your looking down on your successful children, I follow Thea especially.... she's beautiful, & I heard your son has kids now too, so much more to protect from above! Your Ex wife has done such a wonderful job with your legacy you would be proud! XO your friend Aurora
Stephen Clymer
September 12, 2021
Twenty years after, I am reading the story of Micheal Trinidad, How Tragic. My. thoughts and prayers for his family as well as for the families of the others that lost their life on that day. will continue through my lifetime.
The Kindred Family
January 4, 2020
Sending our deepest sincere condolences to your family. There are no words that can ever change the events of so many years ago but please know that others do care about your loss. Michael touched the lives of others and will always be dearly missed. May God continue to give the help needed everyday. Finally may these violent acts that have caused so much sorrow for so many end for all time.
Leroy McDaniel
September 10, 2018
Never had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Trinidad but I will never forget him or any of the others who lost their lives on that tragic Tuesday morning.
Hector Alicea
September 11, 2016
I met Mike while working at ABN AMRO bank, Mike and I hit off from the start, our jokes and comic stand offs...wow! Our last get together was the celebrating of his new job, little did I know this was the last. Mike was the kind of guy who would literally take the shirt off his back for someone. He will Truly Truly be missed. A great soul!
April King
September 10, 2016
I know you dont know me. I just want to give my condolences on your loss. I cant imagine the pain you must feel. I am with you and grieve with you and I will never forget. I watched those events unfold and just felt helpless. RIP
Toni Wentworth
September 12, 2015
Never forgotten.
Michael Wolf
September 11, 2015
I knew Mike personally....we used to work at Dreyfus together in 2000 and 2001 before he went for a job at Cantor Fitzgerald in Communications. I remember the day he bought his little dog into work at Dreyfus. He had her in a small little carry bag because she wasn't feeling good and he didn't want to leave her home alone. We also played basketball together at Redeemer Lutheran school in Glendale as guys from Dreyfus would show up at the school gym and contribute $5 a man for the Pastor so we could play full court in the school gym. Mike was a good guy and he loved his wife and kids, I know because he talked about them enough. RIP brother, you are still missed and about that last game....sorry buddy, you were travelling. ;) God Speed my friend, till we all meet in Jesus name and share eternity together.......Peace bro!
Cheryl-Lynn Medina
September 11, 2015
Keep shining your beautiful spirit...
Sandra Perez
September 11, 2015
at 8:52am you called my house, I didn't pick up, every yr that has passed since I can't seem to forget, i will always regret not picking up the phone, wondering what you wanted to tell me. Thank you for always making me laugh, especially when you said "i'm picking you up in my Lemon" lol What i wouldn't give to hear you talk or smile again...RIP Everyday I think of the times we hung out, the time I went to your sister's house in CT, just the times I saw you laugh and the last time we had Lunch in March of 2001. It was weird how when we met up for first time in 97 it was raining, and when we met for lunch that day in March it was raining. How you went to say goodbye to me and it was the "Tightest and longest" hug ever. I will hold that with me always! RIP buddy...
September 10, 2015
just saw this story on Upworthy. RIP Michael Trinidad. Watch over your family.
Edwardo Rodriguez
March 18, 2015
Saw your story on PBS and touched me. R.I.P
September 11, 2013
I shed tears every year on this date, I never knew Mike was one of the victims. This evening, as I pray, special thoughts and prayers will go out to all of those who knew him, loved him and are still feeling the void of his loss. May God be with you all. Mike, say hi to my Dad for me :-)
Darlene Lisi - Class of '86
Sandra Perez
September 11, 2013
12 yrs have gone by and not a day goes by that I don't forget your laugh, or your joking around, especially calling me so early in morning knowing i'm not a morning person. That day you called and I didn't Pick up, I will always regret that, but I find comfort in knowing you were a true friend. I'm at a loss for words, RIP in peace buddy. You are missed everyday...
September 11, 2013
And still we remember the heartiness of your laugh, and the tragedy of this day. You are not forgotten. Happy Anniversary in Heaven.
Frank Gerena
January 16, 2013
We use to morn when our love ones leave us but now we celebrate for we know that GOD has his hands on you and you are saved and with that we all need forgiveness in ourselves and know that someday we will soon see each other and rejoice and be grateful of all of lifes possessions are only temporary but the kingdom of our GOD lives within all of us and we all want you to know how truly miss you are and that your smile, attitude with grace of how you always handle yourself as a person can never be duplicated because you are unique my dear firend Michael Trinadad you will always be remebered as a trusted loyal friend devoted father but above all someone who always went the extra mile no matter what, and although you smile on us we can only say HOW GREAT IS OUR GOD to have you by his side and know how funny of a person you are. You are truly doing GOD'S work now my friend and as an ANGEL we all feel your presences ALWAYS. No matter what happens in our lives we know that you are there. GOD BLESS YOU,YOUR CHILDREN and your family MIKE. your firend from the Repo. :)
Catherine Cubillan
September 11, 2012
I would like to send my prayers to the Trinidad Family from the Cubillan Family.
Yvonne Santiago
September 11, 2012
R.I.P. Mike.... Much love from me to you!!
September 11, 2012
Dear Mike, I will never forget your wonderful smile & always trying to make me laugh... you were one of a kind! RIP my dear friend.... Love always Aurora Nieves- Ressy
September 10, 2012
Another year has passed, and another year of thoughts of you and your family. We will never forget how your life was taken from your friends and family.
R.I.P 9/11/12
Jordan H
November 7, 2011
Mr. Trinidad/family
I pray for your family everyday. you will never be forgotten in my book. your daughter is beautiful. Im sure you are very proud of her. May God always bless your family.
Marlene Jimenez
September 11, 2011
Mike, so many years have passed yet the thought of your smile still warms my heart. Miss you...
minnie rodriguez
May 1, 2011
justice was served in your name today may god bless you and we miss you so much minnie and edwin
Marlene
September 11, 2010
Mike, you are always in our minds and hearts. Still missing you!
Ivonne Herrera
September 11, 2010
Mike.
You were a great guy who loved life, you always knew how to make me laugh, your smile and laughter will never be forgotten.
Cheryl-Lynn Medina
September 10, 2010
Well Michael tomorrow will be 9 years since you had to leave your loved ones. It feels like it was just yesterday I guess it because the light of your heart can not be dimmed...
evy ortiz
November 22, 2009
Nature
As a fond mother, when the day is o'er,
Leads by the hand her little child to bed,
Half willing, half reluctant to be led,
And leave his broken playthings on the floor,
Still gazing at them through the open door,
Nor wholly reassured and comforted
By promises of others in their stead,
Which, though more splendid, may not please him more;
So Nature deals with us, and takes away
Our playthings one by one, and by the hand
Leads us to rest so gently, that we go
Scarce knowing if we wish to go or stay,
Being too full of sleep to understand
How far the unknown transcends the what we know.
By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The Poetry Foundation
evelyn ortiz
November 22, 2009
god bless you.
evelyn ortiz
November 22, 2009
i alway love you and the family.te has ido pero nunca olvidado seras.now you are in peace with mamy luisa.
September 11, 2009
Mike as I sit here and write this,I think of the times I watch my weddding tape and pause the part where we had our last dance together. I will always remember the laughs and talks we would have.(like the one we had 11 years about why I was getting married. lol)You were the best, best friend I ever had. One comes close to filling your shoes. My prayers go out to Monique and the kids. Miss you. You will always be remembered and there will always be a special place in my heart for you. Until me meet again my dear friend.
Love
~Dee
Cheryl-Lynn Medina
September 11, 2009
Wheather it's 8 years or 88 years the love you left behind will always live on in everyones heart you touch....
Keep shining your love from above with your great smile.....
Your miss today & everyday. Cheryl-Lynn
Laura Dee
September 11, 2009
Mike,
You were a good guy with a kind heart, and will always be remembered. Your soul is eternal. God bless.
Peace.
N Ali
September 11, 2009
It's eight years already and it seem like just yesterday you left your love ones. To Monique and your kids, I know that this day is never a easy one for you all, my prayer and thoughts are with you all. Michael keep watch over your kids and may you continue to Rest In Peace.
I Thank You for friendship, smile and laughter.
September 11, 2009
America will never forget 9/11/01.
Sandra Perez
September 11, 2009
Mike, there isn't a day I don't think back to that awful day when my phone rang, and it was so early in the morning 8:52am to be exact, and I didn't pick up the phone! What I wouldn't give right now to have you call early in the morning and hear your voice say to me "Good morning sunshine!" And me all grumpy and you laughing. lol. You may not be here, but your spirit, your laugh, the memories they will always be here with us and the memories that I had with you.. To your family and friends, my condolences, to your kids that I met a long time ago when they were little and now are young adults, I know you are watching over them. RIP, we miss you, and will never "forget"..
minnie rodriguez
September 10, 2009
Mike, there is not a day that goes by where we dont think about you, especially when theres wrestling matches, how you would show up with all your friends and we would have a ball. We cant believe your gone still it hurts and we will always have you in our heats. rip mike love you always minnie and edwin
Monique Ferrer
September 10, 2009
As tomorrow approaches I think of only the happy times. I look at the kids and see you. They are so much like us. Thea and Tim miss you so much and so do I. I know that you are always there to help me with them. We will all be in NY tomorrow as a family. I know you are in a better place and that helps us move on. May god bless you Michael and know that you are loved and missed by your family. Love Monique,
Dana Marie
March 26, 2009
Happy Birthday....I miss you more then you will ever know..Thank you the signs....You will always have i special place in my heart.
Doug Abraham
March 26, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
Monique Ferrer
September 11, 2008
Hi Michael, Thea, Tim and I were at the cemetery today. I will never forget our talk that day. Thea and Tim as you know are beautiful and remind me of you everyday. I know that you are looking over the kids and that you are proud. Tim has your face, Michael. and Thea has your smile. I tell the kids that you are their angel and will always be there for them. I will always keep you close to my heart and I will never forget our time together as a family. May God hold you in the palm of his hand until we can meet again.
Love always,
Monique, Thea and Timothy
September 11, 2008
Hello again, Micheal,Just droppin a l ine to say, me ,michelle and august still have you in our memories.And you know your smile and laughter will never be forgotton!!!!Many blessings to your family and children. Denise
Michelle Pagan Sabol
September 11, 2008
Michael,
I moved from New York to Florida in 1987. I never had the oppertunity to meet your wife & children. My thoughts and prays going out to them this 9/11.
I have nothing but warm memories of you and your family while growing up in Newburgh.
You will never be forgotten,
Michelle Pagan Sabol
September 11, 2008
HI, THIS IS LINDA C. I WAS YOUR NEIGHBOR IN NEWBURGH THE BACK YARD CREW..LOL. SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS BUT YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS FOREVER.
Sandra Perez
September 11, 2008
It's been seven years since that day, a day hard sometimes to forget. I can still hear the phone ringing at 8:52 when you called my house that morning, I still feel guilty for not picking up the phone that morning, unaware it would be the last time I ever hear your voice. You will always be in my heart, my thoughts go out to you and your family. RIP Michael, you made us laugh here on earth, now you're making the angels laugh in heaven. I will always miss you, thank you for thinking of me at that time...To you and all those who perished on that day, RIP We will truly never forget.
Thank you
September 11, 2008
Hey Mike. Still remembering you after all these years. As always, your candle is lit and I'm sending you a prayer.
Love,
Marlene
Ivette Toro
September 11, 2008
I have photos of you on my wall. I will never forget you were my announcer in my daughter's sweet sixteen!..We all remember your laughter and jokes mike!!!...I hold you in my heart forever!!!...love..The Toros from Queens Village, NY.
Naomi Rodriguez Asher
September 11, 2008
To my girls, Denise, Jane & Betty; knowing the loss of a brother. A heartache I would never want to share with anyone; love you!
Daphne DeMary
September 11, 2008
Hey Babe - Your ex ABNAMRO IT partner in crime. God Bless You! I miss you and always talk about you. On this day, I listen for your name. Then I start my work. I just want you to know you will always be in my heart and the hearts of many that miss you as well. May God continue to bless your spirit!
Fly High Babe!
September 11, 2008
You will never be forgotten.
The Country will never forget !
September 10, 2008
mike, its been 7 years and I miss you so much nothing is the same. I miss your personality, smile, jokes and just making me laugh. I hope one day to see you again . god bless you you are an angel and that is who you are. love u minnie
NATASHA ALI
September 10, 2008
How time has fly by, tomorrow will make it 7 years since you left the ones that loves you. I still think of you and how much you are missed. I know that heaven is now a bit brighter with your smile. You are always in my heart and prayer.
Michael A Trinidad
August 17, 2008
May you rest in peace.
Doug Abraham
March 26, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
Cliff Trinidad
November 27, 2007
sincere thoughts and wishes for the trinidad family
Denise Ressy
September 15, 2007
There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about you and your smile, and your famous saying "Hello Beautiful" And the funny things you said to make me laugh and the countless halloween parties. I think about your kids too and we miss you and your beautiful smile and laugher. God Bless. August also sends his prayers to you and the family.
Mike S.
September 15, 2007
I was still living in Ohio when Sept. 11 happened. However even so far away I was profoundly impacted. When I moved to New York I met a woman who has become one of my best friends. She was also a good friend of Michael Trinidad. Through her I have gotten to know personally one of the victims of 9/11. He and the other victims will always be in my prayers. May we never forget them!
Sandra Perez
September 14, 2007
On Tuesday 9/11 it made 6 years that you went away. And six years later, it is hard to forget the laugh, and how you always made everyone smile. I tried not to think about that fateful day, but every year I'm reminded how at exactly 8:52 am you called my house, so early in the morning. I always remember how you'd sometimes call earlier than that, and when I would pick up all "Grumpy" and tell you what the hell you're doing calling me so damn early? Your response: "Good morning beautiful", and I wonder what you were trying to tell me that morning when you called and I didn't want to pick up the phone! I find comfort that you thought of me, and I will always have you, your children, and family in my thoughts and prayers. Now, you're at peace making the heavens laugh just like you did on earth!
Love, Always,
Sandra
Nancy
September 12, 2007
Yesterday made it 6 years since you left us, not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Mike thank you for the memories and laughter. Keep smiling in heaven and watch over your kids. Miss you Mike. Always in my heart and prayer.
Love ...
Marlene Jimenez
September 11, 2007
Hey Mike. Here's a little message for you: We all miss you muchly and think about you almost every day, especially on this day. All of our memories together are still cherished.
Ilene
September 11, 2007
Dearest Michael, I have not seen you since high school and only learned of your passing today after viewing the memorial service.Hearing your name and seeing your face only saddened me more so. I have never been able to sit through an entire service although I thought I knew no one who passed away on that horrible, horrible day.It was never easy to view the services, hear the stories or even a song that brought back every emotion I felt that morning watching with the world, those buildings come down. I can't imagine what your family has gone through and I send my sincerest condolences to them all.You were a good, good man Michael and will always be remembered.
P Tabbernor
April 3, 2007
In remembrance....
Joanne
September 11, 2006
This morning, I watched the memorial service and I was so moved by the words of the mother of your children. I saw immediately that she was a very special woman and I imagined that you must have been a very special man. To your children, your family and your friends, I'm sure Michael is your guardian angel. I offer my sincere condolences. To you, Michael... que Dios te tenga en su gloria.
Sandra Perez
September 11, 2006
I will never forget you're smile, your laughter. You always calling me early in the morning from work, and I will never forget that day. I regret not picking up the phone the morning of 9/11, I wonder what it is you wanted to tell me? I find comfort that you thought of me in that last moment, I will forever take with me the memories. The "Lemon Car" you used to drive..lol..The time we went to CT, just everything in general. You will always be a part of my life no matter what...Miss you and I love you Michael...Thia & Timothy my heart goes out to you and your mom..Mike was a great person here on earth, and now in heaven he's making the angels laugh...Thank you for being a part of my life.
September 11, 2006
We have not forgotten, we will never forget.
From the 1987 NFA SCHOOL YEARBOOK
Thomas Johnson
September 6, 2006
Joanne Pennisi
August 16, 2006
Michael, Always in my heart.
Leslie
July 11, 2005
I do miss you my friend and I wish we'd had more time together...
N ALI
September 14, 2004
I never sat through the whole 9/11 ceremony before, because I get very depress and I guess faith had it that for some reason I did this year(9/11/04) and when I heard the name Michael Trinidad and saw your picture I actually went into disbelife. Mike and I lost touch of each other a few years ago and I am sorry we did. I can still remember his laughter, his smile, his jokes, his face and his always willing to help attitude. I still can't belive he's gone. Mike was the person even if you were to meet him once, he will have an impact on you, that if years go by without meeting him again, you will never forget him. I am glad that we had those times togather. Thank You Mike, you will always be in my mind and heart. God needed an Angel and he choose you, may you find comfort and peace in the palm of his hands.May your kids and the rest of your family find comfort in your memories you left behind and love you had for them.
Love Always....N. Ali
BETTY TRINIDAD-ANDRADE
September 11, 2004
TO MY LOVING BROTHER WHOM IS SO DEARLY MISSED. YOU MAY HAVE DIED, BUT YOUR LOVE CONTINUES. YOU PROCTECT US AND GUIDE US IN OUR DAILY LIVES AND WE THANK YOU. WE EMBRACE THE LOVE YOU'VE GIVEN US AND HAVE THE THE STRENGTH TO CONTINUE WITH OUR LIVES. I LOVE MY BROTHER, ST MICHEAL, MY GUARDIAN ANGEL
Sandra Perez
September 10, 2004
It seems like only yesterday that we would speak, have lunch, at Christmas you'd call and leave me messages. I'm glad in March 2001 we met for lunch, I miss you very much as I'm sure everyone that you've met in your life misses you too....My heart will never forget, because your spirit lives on. You were truly an Angel on Earth and now in Heaven you will continue on being the Angel you always were. Thank you for the laughs, the smiles, the good times, the good advice, and for always being you.
Because of you I'm not afraid to take chances, and I speak my mind. I thank you from the bottom of my heart....
RIP 9/11/01
Love,
Sandra
Dawn Lane
June 5, 2004
I thought I had written an entry in this guestbook, but maybe not.
I am a true example of the phrase that we have constantly heard throughout the aftermath of 9/11 "we will never forget".
Even though I didn't know Michael, I have some knowledge of him. You see, my friend used to work with him several years ago. She saw him a few weeks before 9/11 on the subway and he gave her his number and asked that she give him a call to catch up. She regreted never making that call.
I just want to say to the family that I have been praying for you and may God bless you and keep you.
May Michael serve as your Guardian Angel forever.
Dawn L.
Spring, TX
Sandra Perez
March 29, 2004
Happy Birthday in Heaven Big guy! :-) There's not a day that doesn't go by that I don't miss you, the way you made me laugh, or the day we met up for lunch in the Spring of 2001. I still think of that big hug you gave me and how the day we met up for lunch it was raining. And the first thing you told me was: "It was raining when we first met!" I won't forget the time we went to your sister's house in CT, the drive down there, or the drive back home. I thank her as well for being so nice, and well I won't forget you. Because I'm always speaking about you to everyone I know. You will always be a part of my life no matter what. And I know in my heart you are watching over us. Anytime you want to say "Hi" in my dreams your more than welcome okay? To the Trinidad family, You haven't lost Mike, in body he's not here, but in spirit, heart, and soul he will always remain.
Love Always,
Sandra
Stephanie Pulsifer
January 24, 2004
I am so sorry for your children and your family. I remember you.
Leya Cotten
December 1, 2003
I just learned today what happened to Michael. I went to his high school. We weren't close friends, but I always wished we were. I will never forget his beautiful smile. I share in everyone's pain and feelings of loss.
Cheryl-Lynn Medina
September 13, 2003
You are surely missed by so many. I saw your babies on T.V. they are beautiful. I read once about people that pass away young which seem to fit you. A candle that burns on both ends, burns brighter but much quicker... YOUR SMILE WAS LIKE SUNSHINE. Thanks for lighting up my world.
BETTY TRINIDAD
September 11, 2003
ITS BEING TWO YEARS WITHOUT YOUR PHYSICAL BEING. HERE I WRITE SO EVERYONE CAN READ, I DON'T HAVE TO BE IN GROUND ZERO TO HAVE YOU NEAR ME.
TO OUR BROTHER.......................3/26/ 68-09/11/01
YOU WERE OUR BIG BROTHER THAT WE ALWAYS WANTED. TO OTHERS YOU WERE A FATHER, A BROTHER, AN UNCLE, A MECHANIC, THE ELETRICIAN, NIGHTWATCHMAN, A SALSA LOVER, A GOOD LISTENER, A RESCUE WORKER, JUST A GOOD FRIEND. A JACK-OF-ALL-TRADES, MASTER OF NONE. BUT YOU WERE THE BEST AT ALL YOU DID. THRU THICK AND THIN YOU KEPT US SMILING, WITH YOUR BIG BEAUTIFUL SMILE. ALL YOU WANTED WAS FOR ALL OF US TO BE HAPPY AND WITH YOU WE WERE. ALL YOU WANTED WAS TO BE SOMEBODY AND I'M HERE TO TELL YOU YOU WERE!! YOU WERE SPILT IN SO MANY WAYS, TO HELP SO MANY PEOPLE. NOW FROM WHERE YOUR ARE AT, YOU CAN DO THAT AND PROTECT US ALL... YOU'LL BE OUR GUARDIAN ANGEL TO WATCH OVER US AND WHENEVER WE NEED YOU... YOU'LL ALWAYS BE THERE... THERE'LL ALWAYS BE SOMEONE... SENT BY YOU, TO BE ALL THE THINGS I MENTIONED ABOVE. YOU'LL ALWAYS BE WITH US AND BE A SPECIAL PART OF OUR LIVES, BECAUSE YOU MADE A DIFFERENCE. YOU ARE SOMEBODY, YOU ARE OUR HERO!!! WE THANK YOU FOR BEING OUR BIG BROTHER, WE'LL ALWAYS BE PROUD OF YOU. YOU'LL ALWAYS STAY ALIVE IN OUR HEARTS!!!
....."ST. MICHAEL, MY GAURDIAN ANGEL".....
WE'LL ALWAYS LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU, YOU FAMILY
IVETTE MORGES-TORO
September 11, 2003
Well Mike, I lit a candle for you today. I still cannot believe you are gone. I'm most sure your kids feel the same way. God give them strength and happiness in their lives to go forward. I know He will. I know that you are watching over them, and have thought how big they are. Edwin saw them today in tv. He tells me he couldn't believe his eyes! He thought they were all grown up!...I just want to enclose these thoughts by saying that you will ever be in our hearts and will never be forgotton. I will light a candle for you for the rest of my life!..Thank you for taking my kids for outings!...love ya!
Marlene Jimenez
September 11, 2003
Michael, it seems like yesterday when I last saw you smile. We all miss you! You were such a funny and caring man. Your kids are fine and well-taken care of. I just saw them on TV reading the names of some of the victims up there in heaven with you. They ended the list by saying your name. They are so big since the last I saw them. God bless them...
I love you, bro!
Sandra Perez
September 11, 2003
9/11- Michael God Bless your children they are beautiful and so grown up! The last time I saw them was like 5-6 yrs ago..I saw them on television reading the names; and as they said your name "In they their eyes" they are still proud of their dad no matter where you are. You will always be with us...In body your not here, but in spirit & heart you will live forever...
Sandra
Sandra Perez
September 11, 2003
Two years ago today, you left and although you tried to say "Goodbye" to me, and I didn't pick up the phone. I am glad that you did think of me, our conversations, our time together is something I will never forget. You are truly an Angel and will always be in my heart.
RIP and God Bless you and all those who lost a loved one.
Love,
Sandra
Myra Sanchez
September 11, 2003
Dear Michael, When I first got back to NY I tried to reach you but was unsuccessful. I'm so sorry that I did not try harder. When I got the news of your death I was in disbelief. Then at the gathering at Jane's house and Doreen's house it became very real. Remembering all the good times we had growing up always puts the smile back on my face. I miss your warm smile, gentle heart and most of all those rib breaking hugs. I could really use one of them right now. To the rest of my family, your brother and sisters I love you and miss you all very much. You are constantly in my thoughts and in my prayers. My brother Ralphie passed away in April 2002 just 7 months after Michael and I now know too the pain and the loss that you feel. Michael, rest in peace. I know you are with your mom and I hope you have found my brother who was also a funny character just like you. I miss you and love you cuz. God Bless.
Sandra Perez
September 10, 2003
I can't believe so much time has passed, and how quickly it has passed as well. Two years ago, you called me at 8:52am and I didn't pick up. It breaks my heart to think what you wanted to tell me, and I will never know. I am glad you thought of me at that moment. In my dreams I will always wait for you to tell me until we meet in heaven one day. I will always cherish our lunch dates, our conversations, our funny & sweet emails, and instant messages. The messages you left me at Christmas, my birthday etc....Forever in my heart you will always be. I know you will always be remembered for your laugh, your smile, and big heart!
Rest In Peace, together with your mom. My love to your family & children.
4Ever My love,
Sandra
Sandra Perez
August 29, 2003
It was this time nearly two years ago that you called me, and I didn't pick up the phone..Please forgive me...You called on the morning of 9/11 at 8:52am, and I'm glad that you had me in your thoughts. Not a day goes by that I don't forget our spring 2001 lunch near 14th st, or that sweet hug & kiss. I miss you dearly, and my deepest sympathy to you and your family and your sister in CT.
Love,
Sandra
April 22, 2003
I've never met you, but I know exactly how special you are. Why, because God said so.
God Bless you and your family, and Milly, don't worry, things will work out. :-)
Sandra Perez
March 18, 2003
Michael soon it will be your birthday, and the last time you celebrated it dancing the night away at Latin Quarters...Dance the night away with the Angels in heaven, after nearly a year and a half you are still deeply missed. I still look over my shoulder and see the spot at 14th street where we kissed & hugged each other in March of 2001, we had met for lunch that day, and just like the first time we had met it was raining...In my heart 4ever you'll always be..
Love 4ever,
Sandra
Sandra Perez
September 24, 2002
9/11/02 - It's been a year, and on that day it was hard to believe all that has happened. I regret so much never picking up the phone the day you called me on 9/11. I still feel guilty for never returning the many phone calls you made to my house. I am glad that we met for lunch back in March 2001. And whenever you'd pop up by surprise at my house many times before that. You were always full of surprises. Thank you Mike for the love you shared with me and my daughter.You will always be missed, but never ever forgotten. Rest in peace, and once again to the family & his kids that he LOVED soooo much, my heartfelt condolences.
Love,
Sandy
P.S.Mike say "Hello" to your mom for me in Heaven, and thank you for always being you!
Sonya Salazar
September 22, 2002
I remember Michael Trinidad as the young teenager from Third St. in Newburgh NY. The last time I seen him was in 1984. I left Newburgh in Nov. 1984. When I heard about the tragedy all I could think about is his family. The many sisters: Carol,Brenda,Denise, Millie, Jane,Jeannette,Doreen and Bobby the only other brother.Please forgive me if I left anyone out,My love and prayers go out to all of you and Michael's children and other family members. He was a great guy who always made me laugh. Carol and Doreen please e-mail me when you get a chance. I was known by Sonya Renee McClain in school.
Lillian DINA, CARMONA
September 19, 2002
God Bless you... rest in peace
I will always keep your family in my prayes.
Lily
Jeanine Wafeeq
September 12, 2002
Words cannot express how I feel everytime I think of this. I met Mike in 1991 at a Barclays Bank Christmas Party. We kept in touch off and on and remained friends. I ran into Mike at Penn Station a few months prior to Sept 11th and we exchanged job #'s, emails etc.... We kept in touch via email. I was on vacation the week the 11th so I was not in the city. I was concerned about Mike because I knew he worked for Cantor Fitzgerald. I had no way of reaching anyone to find out if he was ok. When I finally returned to work I noticed an email from Mike and I screamed "He's Ok"!!!.....until I noticed the email was dated the Friday prior to the 11th. It wasn't until around November when my mother saw the article from Newsday that was put out by his family that I found out that he was no longer with us.
My heart truly goes out to his family and friends and most of all his kids. If there is anything I can do please contact me via [email protected] one thing I think everyone can say about Michael Trinidad is how much he loved his kids. I've never had a conversation with him where he did not talk about them. God Bless them.
Michael, Rest In Peace....
Kortnee Lamarre
September 11, 2002
For Mike's family...
I remember a truly caring and sweet young man with whom I graduated from high school in 1987. Newburgh Free Academy was the place that Mike's smile touched me and I never forgot him. He was nominated for the Mr. NFA contest...who remembers that fun stuff? Mike was a good person. A loving person. I remember hearing him speak one day about how much he cared about his sister Brenda. Brenda, you may not remember me, but I know that your brother loved you dearly. I remember hearing him sing. Michael's death was not in vain. I am now far away from "home" in my new home in Texas where this event is not as personal for everyone. But now the people in my town and church know Mike's name and have seen his face. They feel the loss and pray daily for the children.
I found out something new about Mike just this morning...his middle name: Angel.
How perfect. How truly perfect. Blessings to Mike's family. May your Angel always be with you.
Most sincerely,
Kortnee :)
NFA Class of '87
Diana Suarez
September 11, 2002
I met Michael 4 years ago when I started working for The Metropolitan Companies as a receptionist. He was a very nice guy and was always very cheerful and friendly. He was temping for us in an accounting firm. He always had a smile on his face even when he hurt his leg and was on crutches. I will always remember him and I wish his family all the best. He may be gone but he will never be forgotten. Mike, God Bless you and may you rest in peace.
Lucy Garcia
September 11, 2002
I first met Michael in high school when I went to go live in Newburgh with my cousin Sheila.He was a handsome guy that caught my eye sitting in class.I became friends with his sister Brenda and got to know him on a more personal basis. Even though our time was short together I never forgot his great personality,warm smile,tender soul and pure loving heart! My deepest sympathy goes out to your family Michael,I know you will be deeply missed!God bless you Michael, you and your family will forever always be in my prayers...
Love Always, Lucy Rentas Garcia
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