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Sean Canavan Obituary
In some quarters of New York City, residents have an unwritten code about how to treat their neighbors: Ignore them. But not Sean Canavan. He was one of the friendliest, most helpful people in his neighborhood, said his sister, Kathleen McKeon. The yellow ribbons, thick bouquets of flowers and white candles outside of his apartment house in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, are testament. Neighbors placed them there when they heard he was missing.
"Everybody who knew Sean loved him," Mrs. McKeon said.
Mr. Canavan, 39, a carpenter, was working for the second day at Installation Resources on the 98th floor in the south tower. He was always helping relatives, friends and neighbors with repairs and renovations. Last summer, Mr. Canavan helped his sister and her husband to build a deck on her two-story colonial house in Rockland County. He also put mahogany floors in her family room. "Now, the family room has extra meaning," Mrs. McKeon said.
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Anne Daley
September 11, 2024
Remembering you today Sean RIP. Your Armagh & Tyrone families are in my prayers today and always
Dan Thompson
September 11, 2024
Every year on September 11 I choose a name at random from the list of victims to see what I can learn about them, and this years name was Sean's. I didn't know him, of course, but from the sound of it he was a great human, and from the continued outpouring from friends and family here, it's clear that he is still sorely missed. I'm sure he always will be.
To the family, and so sorry for your loss. That day was such a tragedy. Hopefully it brings some tiny amount of comfort knowing that a complete stranger wanted to learn something about Sean and his memory.
I have not forgotten.
Dan
Kathy
September 9, 2024
Happy Birthday Sean
Dan Murphy
March 4, 2022
Sean and I grew up and went to school together in Sunnyside, Queens. He was always a friendly, approachable, fun-loving guy. I was shocked to learn he was among the victims of the terror attacks. RIP brother.
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Ari Kotler
October 1, 2021
I never met him, but he sounds like an amazing person. RIP. He will be remembered forever.
Kenneth Giannacco
September 11, 2021
May god rest his soul he was a good man a good friend and never forget his contributions to his fellow workers I still mis him till this very day .Every year that goes by I never forgot to say a prayer for him and his family and his brother cirian hope you and your family are ok . Deepest simpathy God Bless
Christine McAllister
September 11, 2021
R.I.P. Sean, You will be missed and remembered forever.
Rox Smith
September 10, 2021
I can't believe it's the 20th anniversary. You were my adopted big brother in Brooklyn. Kind, reliable, funny & talented and always smiling and ready to share freely. A pure gent! Thank you for teaching me so much! Thinking of all your family on this tragic milestone!
Celine Canavan
September 10, 2021
I can’t believe it’s been 20 years since I’ve seen you. You would be so proud of Ciaran this week. You are so missed and very loved. Our family will never be the same without you.
Christine McAllister
September 9, 2021
Happy Birthday in Heaven Sean.
Kathy
September 9, 2021
Happy Heavenly Birthday Sean
John Moorcroft
September 7, 2021
Thinking of all the family on the loss of Sean nearly 20 years ago.Your are in our hearts and thoughts.Love John Moorcroft and family Xxx
Cindy Roe
September 3, 2021
Remembering Sean on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Ellen Thomas
September 11, 2020
You will never be forgotten by me. Was always such a pleasure to see you come into Bop Shoo Bop. Always had a lot of fun RIP my friend
Ellen Thomas
Christine McAllister
September 11, 2020
R.I.P. Sean. Sean was special in so many ways, people that knew him will never be able to forget him.
shannon anne deceglia
September 11, 2020
My thoughts and Prayers with all of you today
The Kindred Family
December 24, 2019
Our deepest thoughts of condolence we send to your family. Always may God give the support needed and may your loving memories be of some comfort. Sean is still greatly missed and not forgotten. May the time finally come when these violent acts are forever ended.
Kathy
September 9, 2019
Happy Birthday Sean❤
Mary Cannon
September 9, 2019
Happy Birthday Sean. I hope youre having a party up in heaven today, surrounded by so many who love you! With love from your cousin,
Mary Cannon
Christine & Robert McAllister
September 9, 2019
We miss you Sean we often talk about you . you were a very special person to many people R.I.P.
Olga Young
August 2, 2019
I recently visited the 9/11 memorial . Even though New York is my home, I couldnt bring myself to visit it. But finally, I went and as I stood at the fountain I saw his name. I came home and spent some time reading about this caring individual. What a great man. My deepest sympathy to the family on your loss
Christine McAllister
January 30, 2019
You are missed Sean
Del Newberry
January 29, 2019
We all need to honor your memory by attempting to be more like you - be the kind of human being that cares about and gets to know others. We will never forget this horrible day. Prayers for Sean's friends and family. With love from Texas,
September 12, 2018
I never knew you but you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
September 11, 2018
Moorcroft family Liverpool uk
Kathy Mini
September 9, 2018
Happy Birthday in heaven Sean.❤
John Canavan
September 11, 2017
We will always keep your memory alive Sean.
Thomas Canavan
September 11, 2017
From one Canavan to another. 16 years, you and your family are still in our prayers. "Never forget".
Kathy Mini
September 11, 2017
Happy Belated Birthday on the 9 th. Rest In Peace on this sad 16th anniversary Sean and may your family be at peace. Still dream of you all ❤
Nor CANAVAN Holzt-Gibbons
September 11, 2016
From one Canavan to another,
God rest your beautiful soul.
With our deepest Love,
Always, A thousand welcomes : Ceid, mile, a Faitie x
The Canavans xxxxx
My email address: [email protected] xxxx
Kathy Mini
September 11, 2016
Every year for 15 years when I hear and see your name at the memorial on the TV my heart sinks Peace to you and your family Sean ❤ ❤
Kathy Mini
September 9, 2016
Happy Birthday Sean You and your family are Always in my prayers ...can't believe 15 years have gone by Rest in peace ...my dad is up there with you now
Christine McAllister
May 21, 2016
We think of you often Sean,we miss you, it's been a long time ,but, memories don't die,they live on & on. R.I.P. Sean
May 19, 2016
Petermoorcroft New second cousin liverpool
Mary Cannon
September 13, 2015
I can't believe how many years have gone by since I've seen your handsome face or heard hour wonderful laugh. Rest in Peace dear cousin.
Kathy
September 12, 2015
In my prayers ...can't believe it's been 14 years
John Canavan
September 11, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today Sean.
Celine Canavan
September 11, 2015
Another year, Sean. Still miss you.
Kathy
September 9, 2015
HAPPY BIRTHDAY SEAN will always remember
eddie
January 10, 2015
Rest in peace Sean
John Canavan
September 11, 2014
Sean it's been 13 years and you are still forever in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael Moroney
September 11, 2014
I knew Sean Canavan all too briefly when I lived in New York some years ago but in the brief time that I knew him he impressed me as a kind, helpful man of principle. He was the type of person that I will always feel privileged to have known; good-humoured, principled but unassuming. Today, and every 9/11 I remember Sean and think of his sister Celine and the Canavan family. Siochan leat a Sheain agus don chlann go leir.
Christine & Bob McAllister
September 11, 2014
It's been 13 years since you left us on that very sad day,It started out as such a beautiful September day and then--------
Mary Cannon
September 10, 2014
I thought of you on your birthday yesterday Sean. I still miss you very much, and think of you often.
Christine & Bob McAllister
September 10, 2014
Happy Birthday in Heaven Sean. We still miss you ,I guess we always will.
Kathy
September 9, 2014
Happy Birthday Sean. Will never forget you.
John Canavan
September 11, 2013
remembering 9/11 and you are always in our prayers Sean.
My son and I.
Jaedean George
September 11, 2013
I have the Mercy Band with Sean's name. It makes me happy to know that he was so loved and missed.
September 10, 2013
happy birthday sean!! miss your smile!!
Kathy
September 9, 2013
Happy Birthday Sean...you will never be forgotten.
Christine & Bob McAllister
September 9, 2013
Another year has gone by. The years come and go so quickly. Happy birthday Sean, we all miss you . Love always.
Uncle Bob
September 11, 2012
We miss you Sean.
Celine
September 11, 2012
11 years today, Sean. It seems so long. I still miss you every day.
Mary Cannon
September 9, 2012
Happy Birthday in Heaven Sean. You are sorely missed around here. As our family gets smaller on Earth, I hope you are having a heck of a good time together in the afterlife. Please give Mommy a hug for me!
Bob & Christine McAllister
September 8, 2012
Tomorrow is your birthday Sean,you would have been the big 50, We think of you often, I'm sure we always will,hope you are looking down on us and keeping us safe. We will meet again some day.
Beverly Canavan Ritz
August 5, 2012
Sean, we never met; however, you share the same name with my son. I shall never forget 9/11 for obvious reasons, but what I've read about you, and of the many others who lost their lives on that horrific, painful day, you, especially, were a person. I believe, who put others before yourself. We will never know the moments of your being on the 98th floor on that fateful day, but I do feel, in my heart, that you were a hero and probably put someone else's life before your own. God Bless you and may HE keep you in HIS hands for all eternity. Rest in peace, Sean!
derek mc mahon
June 19, 2012
sean u were a kind hearted person..we had many a good chat at the clan na gael fundraisers in the brefni in sunnyside ..may u rip,,
May 8, 2012
To The Family,
I did not know Mr. Sean Canavan, however I would like to offer my deepest sympathy in his passing away. 9/11 is a day that will never be forgotten.
Sincerely,
Mr. Terry of NC
Celine
September 18, 2011
10 year Anniversary. It was so sad, Sean. We missed you so much. We all went to NYC for the memorial and Ciaran read your name. We are devestated without you. Aidan and I went to Battery Park on your birthday to put up a "Ribbon of Hope" for you. I still can't believe you're gone.
Your light shines at Shore Road angel.
Kathy
September 12, 2011
Kathy
September 11, 2011
Hoping you and your family are at Peace..
Ellen
September 11, 2011
I will never forget you. Those great beach days have never be the same without you.
TRACEY
September 11, 2011
10 YEARS!! NOT A HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!! SWEET MAN YOU WERE!! ILL ALWAYS LOVE AND MISS YOU!! RIP SEANY!!
Kathy
September 9, 2011
Happy Birthday Sean
Mary Cannon
September 9, 2011
Happy Birthday Sean. I am thinking of your handsome face today.
Love,
Your Cousin Mary
Christine McAllister
September 9, 2011
Happy Birthday Sean.
Christine McAllister
September 9, 2011
Happy Birthday Sean,We think of you always & we all miss you so much.
Love always Uncle Bob & Christine
John Canavan
August 4, 2011
Never Forgotten.
John Canavan
August 4, 2011
Sean it's coming up to 10 years and you're still in our prayers.
Michelle
May 2, 2011
Thinking of you today Sean. I am sure there are a lot of angels dancing in heaven today.
March 23, 2011
Miss you.xo
September 12, 2010
My brother and friend. Missing you desperately.
September 12, 2010
Still miss you so much. Séan. You were a great brother. Irreplaceable.xo
Kathy Mini
September 11, 2010
9 years ago today you became an angel...I hope your soul is at peace and hope for peace for your family...
Kathy Mini
September 9, 2010
Happy Birthday Sean....Been having many dreams about you...hope you are at peace...
Christine McAllister
September 8, 2010
Happy Birthday Sean, 9/9/2010
Katiera Hatton
December 28, 2009
You were my first boyfriend. You were one of my dads friends but treated me like a princess. I'm grown up now and you can't see me. But I think of you. My family misses you and you will never be forgotten.
Kathy Hatton
September 13, 2009
Every September comes around and since Katiera and you and I shared birthdays this time of year, it's hard not to forget you....we never will. Miss you lots.
September 11, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with your family today, especially Kathleen.
Love Aunt Pat
September 11, 2009
Always in my thoughts. Forever in my heart.
Mary
Christine& Bob McAllister
September 10, 2009
Thinking of you always Sean.
Kathy
September 9, 2009
Thinking of you today on your birthday.
April 28, 2009
One of my first memories is of my Uncle Sean. He tought me how to play scrabble, and he would always let me cheat<3
Christine & Bob McAllister
September 21, 2008
Always thinking of you Sean
The Krol's
September 11, 2008
We are thinking of you and your family today.
Kathy
September 9, 2008
Happy Birthday.
May 17, 2008
Sean, I still can't believe you're gone. So suddenly, so tragically. I hope you're looking after us. Missing you always.
Kathy Mini
September 11, 2007
Thinking of you in heaven Sean. Six years gone by and it is like yesterday. I pray for your family that they find peace.
The Krol Family
September 11, 2007
Thinking of you.
Christine & Bob McAllister
September 9, 2007
Happy Birthday Sean. We think of you so much. I think I said it before,but I will say it again,You were one in a million. Love you always.
Doug Abraham
September 9, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Kathy
September 9, 2007
Happy Birthday Sean...my guardian angel..
July 11, 2007
Something made me go to this site after a very long time and I wanted to just say hello to you in heaven. I know you are at peace amongst the angels. You were a wonderful guy, everyone liked you tremendously in spite of themselves. I have many fond memories of you from the 1990's - all good ones. Someday our paths will cross again, it's inevitible but until then, rest in peace in heaven.
Derek Fischer
March 22, 2007
Dear Canavan family, I am very sorry for your loss. I hope that your family will get through this loss. God bless.
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