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Babita Guman Obituary
Babita Guman was the type who "doesn't back down," said her husband, Deodat Guman. When a fellow shopper at a market once told her to go back to her country, Mrs. Guman, 33, threw the question back at her. "Why don't you go back to your country?" she asked.
A native of Guyana who moved to the United States as a teenager, Mrs. Guman was a smart, aggressive and flag-waving American who also took charge at home in the Bronx, said her husband and father of her two daughters, ages 6 and 7. "Most guys would say they're the men of the house, but my wife did everything," said Mr. Guman, a bus driver for New York City Transit. "She cooked, she cleaned, she paid the bills. I just went to work and came back."
Mrs. Guman was a computer specialist at Fiduciary Trust Company International on the 97th floor of 2 World Trade Center, but she was about to take a test to become a schoolteacher, Mr. Guman said. Two weeks before the attacks, Mr. Guman took his wife and the girls fishing for the first time. Mrs. Guman, of course, caught a fish. It took Mr. Guman a little longer to catch his, but as he noted to his daughters, "I ended up catching the big one."
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Nadaly Raghunauth
September 11, 2023
It’s been 22 years I was only 10 when we lost you but I always remember your smile. You were always smiling and I remember thinking she’s always so happy. The family is so spaced out now and there’s distance and so much has happened so much has changed I hope you’re proud of the people who love and remember you. Wish we could have spent more time together I would have loved to know you better as an adult. Rest in paradise aunty BiBi.
Vashti Deonarine
September 11, 2012
today marks 11 years since you've been gone . its hard to think about you not being here with us. you were an amazing aunt. i cant stop the tears from falling :/ i will never forget you. iloveyou and i miss you :/
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vashti deonarine
February 23, 2011
- hey aunty bibi .. i miss you so much .
well .. you and nanu :[
i cant believe you quysz are qone . i wish you were still here .. everytime i qo to uncle johns house i wish you were there . ihts not the same anymore ... nothinq the same anymore .. so many things would be different ... and i wish i could tell you how muchi love you in person
cristine sital
April 19, 2010
hey aunty babita i dont know u but i kno uncle john,chrissy,and nano..over the few past years iv gotten to kno nano and shes an amazing girl..and now she has left all of us to be with u..we miss heer alot..take guud care of her iv never has a sister until i met nano and the one sister i have iz now gone..love u anunty babita..and nano i love u with all my heart sis u will alwayz be in my heeart...rest in peace u guys cant wait to see u again..
Melanie Jaijairam
March 29, 2010
Hey, Aunty. I know I didnt know you as well as I should have, but I love and miss you. I always think about you around that time and I wish there was something I could have done, even though that's impossible. But never forget that you influenced my life so much, and so did Nano.
Indera Govindan
January 21, 2010
May god grant eternal peace to your soul and give enough strength to your family to bear this terrible loss.
Alley
January 20, 2010
I have seen the Clermont news and heard your name mentioned. My prayers are with your family to learn that you lost your little girl Malissa to a tragic accident. I am positive that you are there with her and pray that your elder daughter Christina and your husband receives all the comfort and love from those around them.
September 11, 2009
Here is my small tribute to Babita Guman as part of Project 2,996: http://bitsandpieces.posterous.com/remembering-babita-girjamatie-guman-who-died#
christina guman
May 10, 2009
hey mommy its chrissy happy mothers day i miss u mommy i jus wanna say thx for still bein hear for me wenever i needed you i luv u i kno ur dere watchin over me an i kno i can talk to u about anyting mom i luv you an miss you
doedat guman
April 27, 2009
To my loveing wife babita guman. It was your birthday on 4/25 and I just want to say I will allways love you and I miss you so mush. I always think about you my love I can't wate to see you in my next life.
P Tabbernor
October 28, 2006
In remembrance....
Kristine
October 27, 2006
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.
Wade Weal
September 26, 2002
Babita and I worked together at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society a few years ago. I enjoyed her humor and her no-nonsense but sensitive approach to life. We owe her our peace. Good bye, Babita, and thank you.
Krystal Thommasen
September 13, 2002
On September 11, 2002 I recieved a card with a person's name who died in the September 11th attacks last year, from my school. On the card I recieved, I got Babita Guman. I read her biology online and just about cried. I couldn't beleive that someone so special to many people's lives died, by simply going to work. Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I believe that Babita Guman will be a huge part in my life too.
Angie Campbell
April 30, 2002
May God Bless you and watch over the ones that you left behind. Rest in his loving peace..........
Gayla Jarboe
April 11, 2002
I received a Mercy Band with Babita' s name on it. Being from Kansas, wearing it makes me feel closer to those who lost their lives, especially Babita. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and may they rest assured that all of America views Babita as a hero! I will never forget. God Bless America
March 18, 2002
I wish your family peace and healing. May love's spirit blanked your lives and warm your souls.
January 29, 2002
MAY GOD BLESS BABITA GUMAN AND MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS...GOD BLESS HER HUSBAND AND CHILDREN...FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS HER SPIRIT..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND THE GOOD PEOPLE OF GUYANA..MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..AMEN
John Collymore
January 14, 2002
I worked with Babita at the MS Society a few years ago, and remember her as a feisty, self assured, no-nonsense colleague. May your memories of her keep you strong during these trying times.
Anonymous
January 8, 2002
My husband works for Franklin/Templeton and flew out the week following the tragedy to help at the recovery center. He was there to help out because so many computer people were lost...
Reading your bio and seeing your picture brings it all closer to me. I cry for you and keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Teresa Jahn
December 30, 2001
We are very sorry for your loss of Babita. May her life, love and strength continue living in those who love her. Our hearts cry with you in your loss of Babita.
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
Jennifer Adkins
December 18, 2001
I received Babita's name on a Mercy Band that was given to me for X-Mas. It comforts me to know that, even though I didn't know Babita, she is now at peace and at home. Take comfort in the fact that she is with her Savior. May God bless you and your entire family.
Susan Brandstetetter
October 10, 2001
No words will be shelter enough from your storm of sorrow at the loss of a dear family member, friend. Know that there are many, many of us who wish you a gentler journey as you travel through the times ahead of you. Peace.
Puneet Tandon
October 9, 2001
May god grant eternal peace to your soul and give enough strength to your family to bear this terrible loss.
Bill Rosen
October 5, 2001
To Babita's family - On behalf of everyone at the National MS Society who worked with Babita, our deepest sympathies. May you find peace during this terribly sad time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
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