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Eric Adam Stahlman's parents often had exchange students from South America living at their home in Patchogue, on Long Island. Eric and his buddy Gary were fascinated and decided they would marry South American women. Eric did. Blanca is from Ecuador. They were married eight years and had two children, Allison, 7, and Jacob, 4.
Mr. Stahlman, 43, worked hard: out of the house by 6 a.m. to get to jobs in banking, and eventually, money trading at Cantor Fitzgerald. But one interlude stands out for his big sister Kathy: for a few months when he was out of a job that called for a suit and tie, he helped her sell "bird burgers" from a pushcart in Manhattan. Occasionally he promoted the business in a chicken costume, learning the ways of the pushcart business, from not taking a competitor's spot to feeding the homeless quickly so they would not drive other customers away.
He loved the city, glorying in new restaurants, the Yankees, the Giants and the Islanders, and his friends. His lifelong buddy, Gary Meo, said "You always had to fight him for a dinner check or a bar bill or a greens fee."
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Lissie Stahlman
September 11, 2017
We love you and miss you every day, Eric. You would be so proud of Ally and Jake. They have grown to be such fine young adults through your inspiration and Blanca's loving influence.
Margaret Burton
September 11, 2016
For some reason this year seems even harder than the anniversaries of the past. Missing you my dear friend..my heart is truly broken xo
Harry Sookram
September 11, 2016
Eric rest in Peace! I can't believe it has been 15 years. I remember you walking on the floor at 100 Wall Street with your crutches and that big smile on your face. My sympathy goes out to your wife and kids. God bless
Tom
September 10, 2016
I am writing this to Eric's two children .. now adults. Isn't it exciting to feel some of your Dad's traits coming out in you ... Embrace these feelings. With much regards.
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Margaret Burton
June 15, 2016
I thought of you all day yesterday and today this came up on my email so I thought I would write. I miss you so much my dear friend...no one could be a better friend than you. I still talk about times we spent together...oh and news...I hear they are closing the Raccoon Lodge! Such memories with you there.
Love and miss you xoxo
Karen Graham
June 13, 2016
I am just a random tourist from Colorado with no personal connection to the 9/11 tragedy. Today I was visiting the memorial pools and taking a picture with Eric 's name visible in the shot when my sister texted the following proverb. I thought maybe it wasn't for me... Turn your face to the sun, and the shadows fall behind you.
Maori Proverb
Kingstree Lions Club 911 commemoration
Louis Drucker
September 11, 2015
Today I stood on the corner with the rest of the Kingstree Lions club members in remembrance of those who died on this day. Each of us has a American flag with a ribbon attached with the name of the person that we're honoring. It was my honor to carry Eric's name on my flag. We will never forget.
K Thomson
September 11, 2013
Missing your humor and laughter. KT
Margaret Burton
September 11, 2013
I miss you so much my friend. You were a true friend and I have such great memories because of you. Xoxo
Ted Tucker
September 10, 2013
9/10/13
As I stated in an e-mail to your parents and Blanca, yesterday, I don't even know what to say anymore about how much we miss you, Eric. This life as we know it will never be the same without you here to make us laugh or simply just to talk about anything and everything. So many people deeply miss you on a daily basis!
Thank you for your never ending Friendship. Many people have "friends"....I'm not sure anyone could ever understand the definition of the word "Friend" unless they got to be a friend of yours!
WE WILL NEVER FORGET!
MUCH LOVE TODAY AND ALWAYS,
Ted
September 16, 2012
I continue to think of you. Not just on 9/11, but every time I hear a joke from someone who really knows how to tell one, every time I hear a really great song, opening day, or times when someone orders a meal with some finesse. You touched so many lives with your passion for life and generosity. You and your family remain on my heart. Love you man, KT
K thomson
September 16, 2012
I continue to think of you. Not just on 9/11, but every time I hear a joke from someone who really knows how to tell one, every time I hear a really great song, opening day, or times when someone orders a meal with some finesse. You touched so many lives with your passion for life and generosity. You and your family remain in my heart. Love you man, KT
September 16, 2012
I continue to think of you. Not just on 9/11, but every time I hear a joke from someone who really knows how to tell one, every time I hear a really great song, opening day, or times when someone orders a meal with some finesse. You touched so many lives with your passion for life and generosity. You and your family remain in my heart. Love you man, KT
September 11, 2012
I didn't know Eric well but had the pleasure of meeting him via my brother Scott who considered him a best friend. We went to a yankee game with Eric and his family along with Scotts family and mine. Had an unbelievable day. The last time I saw Eric was at my brothers funeral where he made everyone laugh through his tears by introducing himself as Scotts other wife. When 9/11 happened I often wondered if Scott would have died that day. If he had survived, Erics death would have been devastating for him. I think of Eric and his family often and the pain they must be experiencing. I know when Scott died the pain of his loss to our family was devastating,but at least we had the opportunity to say goodbye. I now try to think of the two of them together. I picture them laughing together and having a good time and it makes me smile.
Ted Tucker
September 11, 2012
We remember Our "GREAT & LOVING" friend Eric and each of those that left God's Earth on 9/11/01.
If you haven't had a chance to visit the 9/11 Memorial in NYC, please put that on your list of things to do, as it is simply breathtaking.....especially at night!
We Will Never Forget You - Eric!
Diana Meredith
September 12, 2011
we never even knew you, or your family, or your friends...we had never even heard your name until yesterday...but my 10 year old daughter attended a 9/11 event with a friend last night and came home with a small wooden dove...on the front, it said "remember me" and on the back it had your name...so we looked you up on the internet and read your story...9/11 is sentimental to all of us, but we do have close connections as well...we are from Texas but my husband frequently worked at the nuclear power plants in Buchanan and in New Jersey, so we got to be in N.Y. a lot...and we truly loved it...so we will continue to pray for your family, and especially yearly when this painful day comes around...we are proud to add our names to the list of people who WILL remember you :)
Juan Carlos Quijano
September 11, 2011
Dear Blanca, Allison & Jason:
10 years have past and Victoria and I always remember the time we visited you in your home in NJ a few weeks before 9/11.
I also met with Eric at the WTC a week or so before 9/11 at the Mariott lobby for drinks.
I was on 90 West street during the attacks, across the street from the WTC and have all the memories of that day seared on my mind. I will never forget Eric and hope you, Allison & Jacob are doing well, although today may be a difficult day to overcome.
We are now in Miami with Victoria and our 2 children (Esteban 6 and Matilde 4) and will like to send you our loving thoughts.
All the best.
Juan Carlos Quijano ([email protected])
PAT KLINE
September 10, 2011
TODAY IS MAY 10, 2011 AND I LIVE IN MILLVILLE, NJ AND YOU DO NOT KNOW ME MY NAME IS PAT KLINE. I WAS IN BRIDGETON YESTERDAY AND THEY HAVE BEEN HAVING A 'AN ACT OF REMEMBRANCE FOR THE SACRIFICE MADE BY ' ALL OF THOSE WHO LOST THEIR LIVES ON 09/11/2001 BY PLACING A FLAG IN THEIR HONOR. I STOPPED BY TO PLACE A FLAG AND WAS GIVEN A CERTIFICATE OF COMMEMORATION FOR ERIC STAHLMAN. I ALSO TOUCHED A PIECE OF STEEL BEAM THAT WAS PART OF THE TWIN TOWERS.
I WANTED YOU (HIS FAMILY) TO KNOW THAT WE THE AMERICAN PEOPLE STILL REMEMBER THAT DAY AND THINK OF YOU WITH MUCH SADNESS IN OUR HEARTS AND PRAY THAT THIS NEVER HAPPENS AGAIN AND THAT THE LORD WILL BLESS AND KEEP ALL OF YOU.
September 5, 2011
Thank you Ted,I am truly humbled. I didn't know Eric but am certain I would have liked him. You were both lucky people to have known each other.
Tim
Eric - The Very First Person to greet me at my 40th Birthday Party!
Ted Tucker
September 4, 2011
My Buddy - Tim worked for a NJ water company and he and several members of his crew determined that they must go to the World Trade Center to offer their help in 2001. It took Tim and his buddies several attempts to be able to offer their help as they got shut down at every entrance to the site. Their perseverance didn't stop and they ended up working there for several days helping to address any concern that was requested of them.
Tim knew of My Love and Friendship with Eric and he secured one tiny memento of a piece of glass and then had this picture of Eric and I created from my 40th birthday party with the piece of glass embedded into it. This small memento is a continual closeness to Eric and the many other friends who I knew personally that were tragically taken from this world on 9/11/01, that I will cherish forever - Thanks to another Great friend - Tim Sherman.
10 years without talking to my friend who I talked to practically every day from the day I met him. 10 years of Heartache missing him terribly! 10 years of thinking of Eric & the Amazing memories of our friendship!
I Miss You Eric......EVERY SINGLE DAY!
Linda Cahill
September 3, 2011
I am sad every year at this time. Blanca, I was at your wedding. I was so happy for you and Eric. He made everything funnier, lighter, more wonderful.
Kim Thomson
May 3, 2011
Think about you all the time. I miss you.
Don Newman
May 3, 2011
Smiling, and remembering you today, Eric.
stacey rossado
September 10, 2010
Hey Tio Eric:
Tommorow will be 9/11/2010 and I still cannot believe that this many years have flown by. Few weeks ago, my grandparents were at my house with the whole family, and I finally got to see the kids. Alli & Jacob have grown to become so beautiful and handsome; you'd be so proud. I just wish you were still here with us, because if there is one thing we all miss about you, it is your sense of humor and your kind heart. I never forgot about that skiing trip with the family. I was in the middle of a teenage transition and you were there for me, while telling my mom that I was a good kid. I know during that transition I wasnt the easiest child to deal with, but it meant alot to me that your faith in me had remained so strong. I know that from up above you are in a better place, and I know that this whole family has a gaurdian angel guiding them individually each and everyday. Either way you were a blessing to this family, and your presence still lives on. We miss you and we love you. Hope paradise is treating you well up there, so till next time we meet, I'll smile in your memory. God Bless Tio.
Love - STACEY ROSSADO
Ted Tucker
September 9, 2010
Eric,
I will be riding with a few other Bikers to Shanksville PA this coming Saturday in honor of you and everyone else who was tragically taken from us! I will be wearing your Grateful Dead t-shirt once again so you are close to my Heart!
The loss of you in our lives is insurmountable! The Amazing memories of you will last forever!
I Miss You & Love You Eric.
Don Newman
September 2, 2010
We was robbed. Love you Eric. Peace and love to Aunt Renee and Uncle Sam, Blanca and the kids.
Clarence Stahlman
June 13, 2010
In memory of a great man...you will always be an inspiration to me..Love, Clarence
Ted Tucker
December 23, 2009
Eric,
During this Holiday Season, I can't help but think of you and know that you were "the most" giving person I have ever met. You truly were a "Gem" amongst us and when they say "the mold was broken when you were born" - that was absolutely said with you in mind.
You are missed every day of every year, my friend, and you are in my Heart each and every day!
My Love to You Always Eric,
Ted.
September 12, 2009
i thought of you all day yesterday...it's hard enough working down there and seeing it all but to have lost someone like you makes it even harder..i miss you so much!
September 11, 2009
I was only a little girl when I met you, my memories of you are vague but they are there. Knowing that my brother lost one of his best friends hits my heart as well. I will be there with my brother to toast to you and for you. ECohen
September 11, 2009
It's so strange the way the world works and the connections that we make. I graduated with you back in 1976. I knew you only in passing. I saw your name on the list of WTC victims (Heros) back in 2001 and my heart sank in sadness. I recently made a friend with one of your nephews. He heard that I was from Long Island and he asked me if I knew you. I said yes, but not as well as I wished I would have.
September 11, 2009
Today, my thoughts are of you and your family. Heavy is my heart. You are forever a part of my childhood and my life. I assure you, you will never be forgotten. Like the previous September 11ths...I will hoist a toast to you and for you. And for you, I will make sure I laugh heartily...just as you would wish. BCohen
Gary Meo
September 11, 2009
Another sad anniversary, but another opportunity to think about you and all the great times we shared.
September 10, 2009
Miss you, Eric. Peace to Reene, Sam, Blanca adn the kids. Never forget.
June 14, 2009
Eric,
Happy Birthday!! I too couldn't help but think of you yesterday and remember all the good times we had together.
I love and miss you very much.
Margaret
Ted Tucker
June 14, 2009
Eric,
Happy Birthday - My Friend! I was standing on my back porch yesterday when an overwhelming feeling came over me about you and your birthday! I'm certain that happened to many of us!
A journeyman NY Islander - Billy Guerin helped our Pittsburgh Penguins to Win the Stanley Cup on Friday night. I was with you and Too-Tall when I got to hold the cup in 1991. I remember you told me to go up and ask the photographer to take a picture of me holding it. You Lived Life to the FULLEST and I have learned to do the same thing from you! Thank you Eric!
I MISS YOU EVERY DAY!
My Love,
Ted.
Doug Abraham
June 13, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
margaret burton
September 12, 2008
hey eric
i couldn't help but think of you yesterday staring out my window at work watching the ceremony. i miss you so much every day. i still can't believe this happened to you. love you and miss you.
Gary Meo
September 11, 2008
Eric -- doesn't look like there will be October baseball at Yankee Stadium this year. Nothing is the same since you left us. I miss you, pal, and so do the Yankees, it seems.
dan cauceglia
September 11, 2008
eric, you were truly a friend and great guy. always the giver. we miss you.
dan
Erick Rossado
September 11, 2008
Eric,
There isn't a day that goes by where I don't think about you. An inspiration doesn't describe the impact you had on my life. You treated me as your son instead of a newphew and I saw you as my dad. It took me 7 years to write in your guestbook here because it's still tough to talk about but I just wanted to tell you that I love you with all my heart and I miss you so much. The BBQ's, the parties, the christmas'; nothing seems the same without you there. Thank you for always being there for me and thank you for still being here for me now because I know you are. I love you and I miss you more and more each year. I can't wait to see you again.
With tons of love,
Your second son, Little Erick
Maxine Gutman-Spiegel
September 11, 2008
Thinking of Eric today. I was a childhood friend and grew up with Eric in Patchogue. Eric lived next door to my cousin Alan.The last time I saw him was in Harbor Crab (the old Bonner's Ferry). He always called me by my last name. Always had a smile. He was very happy with his life. Still remember that day....I will always remember Eric.
Grace Agnetti
September 11, 2008
Eric is always in our thoughts and we cherish the great childhood memories we shared - we miss him terribly. Patchogue lost a gem 7 years ago.
Grace & Steve Agnetti
Gary Schulman
September 11, 2008
This morning I put Eric's name up on the board in the freshman comp. class I teach. I asked the kids to do a google search and write a response to what they found. A discussion followed, and Eric, and this day, became real to them. Ripple in still water.
Ted Tucker
September 11, 2008
9/11/08
I'm just sitting here shaking my head in disbelief that you are not here today!
I miss you EVERYDAY!
Forever,
Ted.
Forever Our Friend! Sadly Missed!
August 8, 2008
I told Eric to pose for me....OMG Was he Funny!
August 8, 2008
"OUR HERO" - ERIC THE ROCKET STAHLMAN!
August 8, 2008
Eric & Buddies - Paintball in New York
August 8, 2008
Eric & Dave Vucovich - Super Bowl Party 1989!
August 8, 2008
Ted Tucker
August 8, 2008
8/8/08 - I found a few photos that I had as well as some that Blanca gave me in 2001. They are in the "View the Photo Album" section. I hope you enjoy them as much as I did seeing them again!
I Miss Eric Everyday and he will NEVER be forgotten!
Some Pictures of Eric in his Younger Days! What a Cutie and Always Funny!
August 8, 2008
Eric, Ted Tucker, "Too-Tall" & Steven Cavaliere, Dan Cauceglia & Friends
August 8, 2008
Doug Abraham
June 13, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
MARGARET BURTON
September 13, 2007
I CAN'T GET THRU A 9/11 WITHOUT CRYING OVER HIM.....I MISS HIM SO MUCH
Don Newman
September 11, 2007
Honoring your memory, Eric. I will never forget.
kristine
September 4, 2007
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
P Tabbernor
March 21, 2007
In memory....
Margaret Burton
March 3, 2007
I worked with Eric at Credit Suisse for many years and we stayed friends after. I still can't believe he's gone. He was one person I could say I truly loved. He was the best friend anyone could ask for. Sometimes when I'm walking downtown I still think I see him in the crowd. I know he will always be with me in my heart but I miss him terribly. My heart was broken the day he left us.
Ted Tucker
September 11, 2006
9/11/06 - 5 years or 50 years....It won't make a difference. Eric is missed by so many, every single day! His Smile and Laugh were infectious and I can see it and hear it, to this day.
This tragedy NEVER gets easier! My Heart goes out to Blanca, Ally & Jake, Sam, Renee & All of Eric's Family & Friends today and always!
You will NEVER be Forgotten, My Friend! You Truly were "ONE OF A KIND"!
Don Newman
September 10, 2006
I've spent most of the past week or so turning off the T.V. when the next "9/11 hype" show comes on. I just don't have much stomach for watching. I did visit here yesterday, and enjoyed the visit. I hope that Renee and Sam, and Blanca, Allison, and Jacob are all doing alright. I think of all of you, often. Eric's spirit still inspires me......and occasionally brings a smile to my face.
Ted Tucker
September 14, 2004
Eric: I rode with approximately 2,000 other motorcyclists on 9/11/04 from Hope NJ to Ground Zero thinking of you along each mile. I rode with firemen and policemen from around the USA who had not been to Ground Zero before and it was quite an emotional day. I wore your Grateful Dead shirt that Blanca gave to me, in tribute to you.
When we arrived at WTC there were another 2,000 people paying their respects. No matter how many times I go there, I never get over seeing your name along with the other names. I also think of Jack O'Connor doing his bagpipe routine with a bar stool...and Billy Matheson who we vacationed with at Fire Island....Mike Stabile & Randy Scott and the list goes on.
The saying goes, "Time heals all wounds".....Not this time, my friend, not this time. Without you in our lives, a void will be felt forever.
I Miss You, Love You and think of you everyday!
Ted.
ps. Meo, Spivak and I are involved in a football pool. Meo got us in so the three of us communicate at least on a weekly basis. You brought many people together as friends and it is a tribute to you that we will always remain friends and keep your spirit alive....
Bring us some of that "Eric Luck" for the pool.
Gary Meo
September 11, 2004
Just heard your name read during the memorial ceremony at Ground Zero. We miss you and think about you every day.
Chris Bullock
June 23, 2004
Eric you were simply the best. I owe you so much in all that you taught me. In honoring you my son carries your name and your picture hangs in our family room. I love to tell stories of our escapdes to anyone that will listen.
Love, Respect and Honor
Chris
Gary Meo
June 14, 2004
Happy birthday, Eric.
Yesterday, you would have been 46. Yes, we are getting up there.
I miss you and think about you every day.
Your buddy forever,
G
JoAnn Wahl
September 13, 2003
Remembering Eric on the second anniversary of this terrible tragedy. My brother, Gary Meo, and Eric were best friends from second grade. My thoughts and prayers are with Blanca, Sam, Renee,and all of Eric's family and friends.
Linda Meo
September 11, 2003
I came to this site because I wanted a copy of Eric's tribute to read to my students tomorrow during our brief 9/11 remembrance. Sometimes it's a stretch for my high school students, here on the other side of the country, to relate to the events of 9/11 outside of the usual platitudes. Personal stories help them to understand. It also helps me to read what other folks have written here. Grief walks a crooked path. When I think I've moved through it, a sound, an image, an anniversary, can bring me right back to that terrible day when we all lost so much. Then I remember Eric and it cheers me up to think about him. You just couldn't help but have fun with him around.
So rock on, Eric. We really miss you down here. Give my love to my Mom & Dad & all the other folks upstairs, OK?
Teresa Dynes
June 25, 2003
Eric, It took me along time to write this but I just wanted to tell you that I miss you so much. I miss our time together with Blanca and the kids, and our special time together. I still can't belive your gone. I will write to you from time to time just for some peace of mind. I'm sorry I took so long to say something, but again it's still so hard for me to comprehend. You will always be in my heart.
Tracy Harrington
September 13, 2002
My city held a memorial service for the 1 year anniversary of the 9/11 tragedy. 3,202 candles were lit on the lake and we were each given a flag with a name of a person lost on 9/11 to remember and pray for. After reading all the entries from Eric's family and friends, I am honored and privileged to have received a flag with Eric's name on it. My thoughts and prayers are with Blanca, Allison, and Jacob, as well as Eric's parents, sister, and all the friends and family he's left behind.
Don Newman
September 12, 2002
Eric's parents, Renee and Sam, grew up with, and were best friends with my parents, Harry and Stacy Newman in Far Rockaway, NY. Consequently, Eric and I grew up together. We followed our parents to harness race horse tracks all over the east coast, enjoyed Long Island Ducks ice hockey games (thank you Uncle Sam!), and did our childhood best to disrupt Uncle Sam's annual backyard Lion's club picnic! Eric taught me to fish. And when he hooked his own ear trying to cast one day, I preformed my first surgical procedure....removing the hook from his ear, and cleaning him up so his mom, Renee, wouldn't know what had happened! As an eye surgeon today, I must thank Eric for affording me my first surgical experience! As kids, Eric and I were sort of partners in crime. While we each, individually, excelled at torturing our parents, together we truly reached heights of juvenile delinquency! We were both fast, and loved to crack each other up. With a look, we could have the whole gathering laughing. Eric and I were particularly famous for mastering certain bodily functions that made noises. We could actually converse using these noises, to the unending delight of both us and my brother David. Again, our parents did not always enjoy the timing of this particular form of humor! God bless our parents, who, as near as I can tell loved us in spite of all this! Eric was and is my brother, and his parents are my parents. One of my biggest regrets is that our lives diverged as we went to college, only keeping in touch second hand through our parents. The cowards may have taken him physically, but Eric's spirit and soul continue to soar. He will always live in me.
Jonathan Garberg
September 11, 2002
Like many people, I was watching and listening to the names of those who perished on 9/11/01, this morning. I only knew Eric for about a year and a half during the mid eighties, and then lost touch with him. He was my partner’s next-door neighbor, growing up in Patchogue. When I heard Eric's name read, I spun around in my chair. I could see his smiling round face in my minds eye. In the short time, I knew Eric, I knew that he was a great friend; you see he arranged a bachelor party for his childhood friend, Louis Kreisberg. Eric cooked all the food himself. He had enough food to feed an army in that apartment in Astoria. I also know that he was a generous person, you had to fend him off in order to pay for a drink even though thoes were lean times. I also knew that he had a great sense of humor. He was funnier than I was. He always had a great joke to tell you. From time to time, I would think about Eric and wonder how he was doing, I see that he has been very fortunate to have a wonlderful family. Being the father of two children, I know how lucky he was. Although I do not know his family, I am certain that they loved Eric very much because I know he would have been a terrific father and husband. God bless you all.
Nichole W.
September 11, 2002
Eric-
Today, everybody at my school was asked to wear a necklace with a persons name on it who lost thier lifes in the september 11th attack and I got your name. I wore your name proudly in memory of you and all the others who were victims of 9-11. My heart and prayers go out to your family.
renee eastabrooks (henderson)
September 11, 2002
I lost four friends on 9/11 and happened to read the Portraits in Grief the day Eric's portrait was published. Eric, Gary Meo and I were friends in junior high school in Patchogue. We were always laughing and kidding. I remember endless hilarious times. I treasure those memories. My son is the same age as his child. My heart goes out to him and his family and to Gary who was so close to him. Please know that he and his family are in my prayers.
Gary Meo
August 28, 2002
Dear Eric--
As the first anniversary of September 11 approaches, I hope you know that you are missed and thought of every day. In fact, Tucker, Spivak and I talk about you all the time. Ricky P. and I will be in New York with your parents this September 11. We'll be supporting each other as we reflect on the terrible events of last year. But, we will also be thinking about you and remembering all the good times we shared. We really miss you, pal.
Joseph Ricciardi
August 23, 2002
Not a day goes buy that Eric isint missed and thought of by many.Hes always in our thoughts along with his family.The Big man was a friend and a brother to me,always with a smile and something good to say. Hope you met up with Scotty and are looking over all of us.I will save your seat for opening day
Benin (Beni) Dakar
July 2, 2002
Dear Eric,
I am so saddend that your life was lost in the terrible 9-11 tragedy. I did not know you, but I know your cousin Lissie. I met Lissie at HP. Lissie is a bright, warm, sincere, and an overall great human being. I know that you are too!
I pray for your soul, your family and friends, and for our nation and world.
You are surely with God--and God is surely with us.
Much Peace and Respect to you and your family,
Benin (Beni)Dakar and Family
Angie Campbell
May 16, 2002
May God Bless you and watch over the family and friends that you left behind on September 11, 2001. May you rest in peace forever more.
May 7, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN..ERIC ADAM STAHLMAN AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK..MAY GOD AND HIS ANGELS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
jill fedge
March 28, 2002
My deepest prayers go to Blanca and her children as well as to Renee and Sam. I "grew up" down the street from Eric and my childhood memories include Eric and Gillette Avenue, while playing with his sister Kathy. I am saddened for your loss and pray for your strength. When you need some comfort-please read The Next Place by Warren Hanson- it is an inspirational journey appropriate for any age. May God bless you all.
Steve Hershkowitz
March 12, 2002
3/12/01
I was shocked and saddened to read in Newsday yesterday that Eric was lost in the WTC attack.
I was one of Eric's many friends at SUNY Brockport in the late '70's. Our first year of school, on the 8th floor of Bramley Hall was full of many good times and adventures. Eric was always at the forefront of those good times with his great sense of humor and outgoing personality.
Our last meeting was over 13 years ago at the wedding of one of our other friends from Brockport, which took place here on Long Island. When Eric heard that our group (Phil Colby, Mike McGinnis and Doug Hartin)was going to be together again, he became our planner for a very memorable weekend, so that he could give our friends from upstate the best "New York experience" they would ever have.
It was wonderful to read that he had attained such success with his life in recent years, personally as well as professionally. As a husband and father of 2 children the same ages as Eric and Blanca's, I know how much pride he must have had at having accomplished these most important successes of his life. My prayers are with them at this most difficult time, with the hope that they will always cherish their memories of him the way that we, his college friends always will.
Susan Harry
March 11, 2002
I will forever hold the memory of Eric at the beach smiling with pride at his beautiful wife and children. On a relaxing day you could find him sharing a cigar and some laughes with some of the other fathers. Memories of Eric will always bring about happy thoughts. Our love and prayers are with Blanca and the children.
With love and friendship,
Susan and Alan Harry
Paula Kurshner
February 2, 2002
I used to babysit for Eric when he was a little boy. His parents are my parent's close friends. My birthday is September 11 and I will always think of Eric on that day. He was a wonderful child who bacame a great adult - loving husband and father and the joy of his parent's lives. He will be missed always...
Dossie Kliegman
January 17, 2002
I've known Eric's family for 50 years, ever since my brother married Renee's sister. I knew him as a very young boy, and then saw him again at his grandfather Morris' funeral. My hearts is full of sadness for his parents, his wife and his children. May they be comforted in the knowledge that his soul is with God.
Teresa Jahn
December 11, 2001
Such a generous man will be missed by the world. We are so very sorry for your loss of Eric. Our hearts cry with you.
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
Gary Meo
November 1, 2001
Eric was my best friend since the first grade. I loved him dearly and will think of him every day for the rest of my life. He was a very special person and touched a lot of people.
My thoughts are with his wife Blanca, kids Allison and Jacob, sister Kathy and parents Sam and Renie.
God bless America.
Phyllis and Michael Weiser
October 8, 2001
We are friends of Rhoda and Phil. Please know that we pray for the family and send our deepest sympathy.
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