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James Patrick White was sitting over a beer in a bar in Hoboken, N.J., with two high school buddies when they got the idea. They would take off for Spain and run with the bulls at Pamplona.
The night before the run they drank a lot of beer and were so worried they would oversleep and miss the bulls that they slept on the street in their clothes. Somehow, they survived the stampede. "It was very scary," said Tom Kane, one of the friends. "We kind of leaned on each other to get the courage to do it."
Mr. White, 34, a Cantor Fitzgerald bond broker, was the oldest of five children, three of them boys. He played varsity tennis in high school in Hightstown, N.J., skiied, rode mountain bikes and ran the New York City Marathon three times, twice with his brother Mike. It took him 4 hours, 40 minutes the first time. Then four hours. "The third time we were lazy," said Mike, who had run one year with their brother Greg. "Our time wasn't so good. But we finished."
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Cory, Carrie, Canyon and Gavin Unkel
September 11, 2024
Thinking of Jimmy and the White's today.
Cory, Carrie, Canyon and Gavin Unkel
September 11, 2023
Remembering Jimmy today.
Cory, Carrie, Canyon and Gavin Unkel
September 11, 2022
Never Forget.
Cory, Carrie, Canyon and Gavin Unkel
September 11, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers will always be with Jimmy and the White family today.
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Wendy White
September 8, 2021
I visited New York with my grandsons in 2015 July. My grandson's name is James Patrick and my last name is White. We walked to these beautiful reflecting pools and stopped in front of the name of James Patrick White. I said to my boys what are the odds of us stopping in front of this name. I felt a chill run thru me. It was Patrick who I never knew coming to thank me for coming and asking me to never forget. I never will. As we near the coming 20 year anniversary of this day, I want to extend my love to his family, and tell them he thanked me for coming. I will never forget as long as I live. One week later when I returned to California I received a call that my brother in South Africa, Glenn White had passed away. If he had passed away before I went to New York I would never have gone. God works in funny ways, he waited until we had visited this great city, paid our respect to all the lives lost, visited the One World that had just opened and stood for 3 hours to take the elevator to the top, and then visit this magnificent 9/11 Museum. I will never forget that day as long as I live.
Rich Bolton
June 15, 2021
Forever Young
Marianne
June 14, 2021
As you often do, you came to visit me in my dreams last night. Usually when this happens, it is during special dates for us. It's been quite some time since you visited, and last night's dream came as a surprise. You always did like surprises! This time of year was typically when we would make plans to see each other during the summer. While visiting me one summer, you asked if you could have my heart: a piece of it will always be with you. After all of this time you still hold a special place in my heart, Jimmy. I guess that's why we never really said goodbye. I know it would make you smile to know that I live a very happy life, Jimmy. It's full of laughter, family, friends, and adventure! I'm so blessed. Until we meet again...
Cory, Carrie, Canyon and Gavin Unkel
September 11, 2020
We will never forget.
Rich Bolton
September 12, 2019
RIP Buddy, never forgotten...
Cory, Carrie, Canyon and Gavin Unkel
September 11, 2019
Never Forget
MJ Targia
September 11, 2019
He is still remembered fondly and greatly missed. My thoughts are with the White family and his many friends today and always.
Jim Dad and Mike NYC
October 27, 2018
Cory, Carrie, Canyon and Gavin Unkel
September 11, 2018
Strength to the White family and happy thoughts of Jimmy today. I remember his cool red mustang.
Jimmy, Dad and Mike - Christmas in NY
Rachel White Glavis
December 26, 2017
Rich Bolton
December 20, 2017
Rest in Peace Whitey
Dianne Deakle
September 11, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cory, Carrie, Canyon, and Gavin Unkel
September 11, 2017
Thinking of Jimmy and the White family today.
Rachel White Glavis
September 12, 2016
The sky was blue again for you yesterday, Jimmy. Dolores and Ed held your photo proudly and it flashed across the national news screens during the opening ceremonies at the Memorial. Your friends continue to honor and remember you. This year, Clemson and some of your fraternity brothers honored and remembered you. We miss you every day. Love you, Rachel
Cory, Carrie, Canyon and Gavin Unkel
September 11, 2016
We will never forget.
Marianne Moschella
September 11, 2016
Thinking of you today and always.
Never Forget
Alexis Phillips
September 11, 2016
I took this photo when I went to New York last month and was always curious who the person behind the name was. I am so dearly sorry for your loss.
Rachel White Glavis
May 30, 2016
Missing you Jimmy.
Marianne Moschella
September 12, 2015
I will always remember you with a smile. You asked me once if you could have my heart. A piece of it will always be with you. Rest in peace, dear Jimmy.
Cory, Carrie, Canyon and Gavin Unkel
September 11, 2015
On this 14th Anniversary of the attacks on the U.S.A. - Jimmy White, We Will Never Forget.
wendy white
June 22, 2015
On Wednesday June 17, 2015, I visited New York with my 2 grandsons and their dad. The very first thing we wanted to do was go to the 9/11 Museum. We took the subway down from our hotel in midtown Manhattan and walked to the first reflecting pool and touched the name in front of us, it was James Patrick White. I went cold, my grandson is James Patrick and my name is White. It was like your son and brother had reached out and touched my shoulder to thank us for coming and not forgetting. While in the museum we looked him up, saw his picture and then went to the computer to check on him. We were all deeply moved, I wanted to share this with you as what are the odds if this happening. He is a lovely man and it is a moment we will never forget. Love Wendy White. [email protected]
darla pitts
September 11, 2014
You are always missed!
Cory, Carrie, Canyon and Gavin Unkel
September 11, 2014
We send our strength to the White family on this day of remembrance
Cory, Carrie, Canyon and Gavin Unkel
September 11, 2013
In memory of Jimmy White. We will never forget.
Marianne Moschella
September 11, 2013
Thinking of the entire White family today. You continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Jimmy, you will always hold a special place in my heart.
Carolyn Vander Weit
September 11, 2012
The White family is always in my thoughts, prayers and heart. God Bless You All!
Cory, Carrie, Canyon and Gavin Unkel
September 11, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers will always be with Jimmy and White family on this day of remembrance.
Ann & Ken Burden
August 27, 2012
He is the brightest light in Heaven.
God Bless
Cory, Carrie, Canyon and Gavin Unkel
September 11, 2011
10 years and never forgotten. May God bless Jim and the White family. From an old friend and neighbor...
Al Meyers
September 11, 2011
I should have written this years ago. On the 10th anniversary, I wanted to remember a fellow HHS graduate, Jimmy White (I was Class of '87). He was a good man, and a much loved and respected oldest sibling.
May god bless the White family, a family I have always been fond of, back to the days of our childhood.
Benjamin Griffis
September 10, 2011
It's going on ten years since the events happened! R.I.P.
Craig Kopf
September 9, 2011
It's 10 years later and we haven't nor never will forget. Rest in Peace Jim. Craig Kopf
P.S. We got the SOB that did it!
Doug Koesel
September 3, 2011
Our church has a memorial in it of all the victims of 9/11. We were asked to take six names and pray for one of the names each day, as well as their surviving family members. I got James's name. He is not forgotten.
Cory, Carrie, Canyon and now Gavin Unkel
September 12, 2010
Yesterday marked the 9 year anniversary of 9/11 and in our thoughts were Jim and the entire White family.
Erin
September 11, 2010
I am watching the reading of the 9/11 victims names and yours came up. I am assuming the two people I saw were your mother and father. They were applauding at your name and had a large sign.They are still there loving you, as am I. Thank you for sacrificing yourself, for my future. You were definetely a hero, not because of how passed, but because of how you lived. Rest in Peace Mr. White.
Marianne
July 22, 2010
Thinking of you today and smiling. :)
Cory, Carrie and Canyon Unkel
September 16, 2009
Our thoughts are with the White family.
Rich Bolton
June 19, 2009
Forever young and very missed.
Cory, Carrie and Canyon Unkel
September 11, 2008
With fond memories, I remember Jim on this day.
Cory, Carrie and now Canyon Unkel
September 11, 2007
My thoughts are with the White family on this day of remembrance.
Stephanie
September 11, 2007
As I will do as long as I'm able, I reflect on Mr. White on this somber anniversary. Although I never knew him or his family, I selected his name randomly at a 9/11 remembrance event 6 years ago. My wishes are for peace and comfort for his family and friends.
JP White
September 11, 2007
God Bless and Rest in Peace
Doug S
August 11, 2007
I remember the good old days in high school with Jim. He would take us in his Cherry Red convertible to matches at Mercer County Park. We were a really good team that year! What a fun time that was in my life. Never, ever forget his sacrifice. God Bless Jim and his family, thanks for the memories that will last a lifetime!
P Tabbernor
April 18, 2007
In memory....
Josh & Leah Stewart
September 12, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Cindy Roesinger
September 11, 2006
Jimmy was a warm, fun loving friend. Kind, and decent to everyone. We had many special times together, and I will never forget him. He & his family will always be in my thought & prayers.
Marianne (Burnau) Moschella
September 11, 2006
To Jim's family:
My thoughts are with you today. I think of Jim and you all so often.
God Bless You.
Rachel (White) Glavis
May 25, 2005
This weekend we will run the Spring Lake, NJ 5-Mile Run in memory of our brother, Jim.
Love,
Rachel and Michael and Jen
Donell Weekley
September 12, 2004
This year, on 9/11/04, our city had a display of over 3,000 American flags set up at our downtown park to represent those who lost their lives on 9/11/01. They called it the "Healing Field" and it was absolutely breathtaking. On each flag was a name and the public was invited to purchase a flag. We purchased one with James Patrick White's name on it. We just brought it home after the weekend ceremony was over and are proudly displaying it in front of our house. We plan on doing this every year for a week on 9/11 thru 9/18. We just wanted to let James' family know that even thought we never knew him, he is known clear across the country and will always be remembered for his sacrafice. We wish the family peace and comfort. Bill & Donell Weekley, Vacaville, California
Stephanie Tenney
September 15, 2003
Although I didn't have the priveledge of knowing Jim, I *do* have the honor of thinking of him and his family every day. On Sept. 11, 2002, my church issued the individual names of all Sept 11 victims on small cards. I selected his name. I keep this card posted on my PC at work...and I will continue to pray for his friends and family who've endured such a terrible loss.
Betty Bowles
September 11, 2003
To the White Family:
While we never knew Jimmy, we know he was a very special person since we do know Debbie, and we feel such a special affection for her. Our prayers are with your family, that God will comfort you and give you His blessed peace. May God bless you, and may God bless America.
Betty, Norman, Lee, and Danny Bowles
Robina Hogan
September 11, 2003
God bless your family. You are in my prayers.
Rich Bolton
January 9, 2003
Peace Buddy
Cory Unkel
November 4, 2002
I grew up across the street from Jimmy and the White’s. Stick ball, running bases, tennis, football in the street, the old fort out back….good times. My thoughts go out to the entire family… Debbie, Greg, Rachel, Mike… Al and Joan.
From an old friend…
Theresa Carosella
September 16, 2002
Jimmy and the entire White family are in my prayers. May God give you all strength and see you through this difficult time.
Carie Chester
September 13, 2002
I grew up with Jimmy's sister, Debbie in NJ before they moved to Charlotte. I can only imagine the pain and suffering they have gone through the past year. But, I know their family is strong and loving, and will take care of each other. I am so sorry about your loss.
'Miami' Chuck Rowley
September 11, 2002
Jim and I were members of the Hightstown High Class of '85. I was also on the Varsity Tennis Team with Jim and in several classes together. My fondest memories of Jim are the times we had on the bus we took to our matches. His laughter and goof-ball jokes/stories he would tell would always keep us smiling. He was successful in the classroom as well as the playing fields. From the tributes I've read here, I know that he continued to lead his life in a similar manner. I was thinking of Jim today as I stood at the WTC site and heard them read his name wishing he was still with us. I will miss you Jim and I look forward to seeing you again on the Stadium Court in the sky. I wish his family and friends my best wishes. God Bless.
Kellianne Forcina
September 11, 2002
To the White Family,
I think of you and pray for you all the time.
I love you all.
Kellianne
Diane Duane-Howse
September 11, 2002
I have fond memories of Jim's great smile and the fun times we shared doing "happy hour" at Clemson's Tiger Town Tavern.
What a terrible loss. My condolences to his family.
Eve Stelzenmuller
September 10, 2002
I will be wearing a badge in remembrance and in honor of James Patrick White on September 11, 2002, while singing as a member of the Mozart "rolling" Requiem, performed in Raleigh, NC by the Choral Society of Durham, the Duke Chapel Choir, the Chapel Hill Community Chorus, and the North Carolina Symphony. I wanted to learn more about him than just his name, and I am heartened by your words here. I will pray for him and his family.
Carolyn Vander Weit
September 8, 2002
I did not know Jim personally, but from the stories his mom told at work, I sure felt like I knew him. I will never forget the horror of almost a year ago when I called Joan on 9-11 to say hello, not knowing that Jim worked in one of the towers. When Joan got on the phone and heard me, she started crying and when I asked her what was wrong, all she said was "Jimmy". Talk about feeling like the biggest idiot in the world! It was a long time before I was comfortable talking with Joan again.
My heart was hurting for the entire family as I know how wonderfully close they are. When Al and Joan stopped in Charlotte for lunch on their way back north one day, and I saw how they were getting on with life, I felt a little better.
Joan, Al and all of the rest of you - you are constantly in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless You All,
With Much Love,
Carolyn
Kristie Sparks
May 23, 2002
I am the daughter who wears James Patrick White's name on my bracelet. I pray for his family everyday and hope they are doing fine. I know the Lord will help them through this.
Love and Prayers, Kristie Sparks
Eileen (Beaulieu) Mahoney
April 28, 2002
Although the years have gone by, old friends are never forgotten. I think of Jim and his family often and only have pleasant thoughts, I still can't understand how this tragedy could have occurred and taken so many wonderful, loving people. I guess we will never understand.
Dan Kuhn
April 18, 2002
God Bless...you guys are in my prayers.
kay blankenship
April 17, 2002
My daughter wears a bracklet engraved James Patrick White. My son, US Navy and nephew US Army, Special Forces are serving with Enduring Freedom for James Patrick White. They are two fine young men, now i know another fine young man James Patrick White.
Christina Stanton
March 13, 2002
Though I did not meet Jim, my husband Brian has told me often what a great and funny guy he was. The funeral was beautiful.We are praying for the family.
Christina snd Brian Stanton
Karen Rath
March 12, 2002
I was fortunate to live in the apartment above Jim at 302 Garden Street. Jim was a great guy, always had a smile for you. Without a formal introduction, he knew exactly who I and my roommates were. I would like to thank him for putting up with three very noisy girls! I will never forget him!
Rachel White
February 5, 2002
On behalf of my family, I wish to thank all who send comforting messages of love and support. May Jim's passion for life, his constant smile and his bright blue Irish eyes live on forever in each memory you hold within your heart.
Jim McGlinchy
January 29, 2002
I am very sorry for both his family and friends.
Shama Diegnan
January 20, 2002
Thinking of Jim always brings a smile to my face because he is such a special person.
Marianne (Burnau) Moschella
January 10, 2002
You have all been in my thoughts so often...God bless you.
Jenn Stec
January 7, 2002
To the White family,
We think of you often and remember you in our prayers. We take nothing for granted.
Kris Holliday
December 31, 2001
You and your family are in my prayers. God bless you. We miss you.
Rich Bolton
December 25, 2001
Rest in peace buddy
December 12, 2001
MAY GOD BLESS YOU JAMES PATRICK WHITE AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
GOD BLESS AMERICA AND MAY WE NEVER
FORGET 9/11/01
Teresa Jahn
December 2, 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
Jack Cohen
October 16, 2001
Kathie and I keep the White family in our prayers each day. May you find strength to deal with this tragic loss.
john hart
October 12, 2001
Peace to your family and friends, may good come from your grief.
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