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Patricia Kuras Obituary
"My brother and I try to fill the gap she left behind, but it's just not the same," Tom Kuras said of his sister, Patricia Kuras, a 43-year-old facilities manager for Marsh & McLennan. "She always put herself second, so that the family's needs came first."
So no one was surprised by what happened five years ago when Ms. Kuras's mother had a stroke. Without being asked, she up and sold her beloved little red Nissan sports car and the quaint house in Brooklyn that she had just remodeled. In the Grant City section of Staten Island, Ms. Kuras bought a smaller home to share with her mother. She took the basement while her mother and a live-in nurse occupied the rest of the house.
"She gave so much of herself," Mr. Kuras said of his younger sister. "She lived for my mother."
Ms. Kuras's body has yet to be recovered. But in January, searchers delivered a small bit of closure to her family: her mother's insurance cards. She carried them everywhere.
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Sue LaVoie
September 11, 2016
This is the first time in 15 years I see your beautiful smiling face and ir as if it was just yesterday. You will never be forgotten. Had the honor to work with Pat when employed by Barclays Bank.
S J Friscia III
April 22, 2014
in Memory
With Honor & Respect.
Marie Tuthill
September 10, 2013
Thinking of you...rip Tricia...so many memories xo
Doug Abraham
September 30, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
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P Tabbernor
November 28, 2006
In remembrance....
Kristine
November 7, 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.
Denise Purcell
September 12, 2006
I knew Pat years ago when I first started working. My husband also knew her from Brooklyn growing up. She was a wonderful person and we thought of her yesterday and think of her many times as we ride the train in Staten Island where we used to see her too.
Jose Acosta
September 10, 2006
Pat I Finally found something to say ( Thank You ) I dont think i'll never have a better boss than you. I always remember the day you caught me singing and you said ( What did you do with the money ? and i look at you and asked , What money ? ) I cracked up . Those were good days i had that will always stay still in time.
God Bless you Pat
Pamela Seeley
September 11, 2003
My thoughts and prayers go out to her family on this terrible day. From a co-worker (retired) of Barclays Bank
Shirley Matyscak
September 11, 2003
from a former co-worker at Barclays Bank . . . thinking of you this day on the anniversary of 9/11.
Debbie Aguilar
October 14, 2002
After all this time I only became aware of having the opportunity to wear Patricia's name on a bracelet and to pray for her and her family. I will continue to wear your name daily as I will pray for you daily. God Bless you and your family!
Carol Hardman
September 11, 2002
This morning I wore a badge with Ms. Kuras's name as I sang in a memorial concert that was part of the Rolling Requiem project. Although I never had the privilege of meeting Ms. Kuras, I wanted her family and friends to know that I tried to honor her in my own small way as I sang this morning. May God bless you and give you peace, today and always.
Angie Campbell
May 3, 2002
May God Bless you and the family and friends that you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in his loving peace forever more.
Kathleen Nihill
March 11, 2002
Dear Aunt Pinny,
It has been 6 months since the day you were taken to heaven. This world is missing a very special person and that's you. It meant so much to me to have you for my Confirmation sponsor last May. It was a special day for me and I couldn't have shared it with a more special person. Your kindness and love lives forever in our hearts.
Love,
Kathleen Mary
February 15, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG WOMAN PATRICIA KURAS AND MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS.STAY CLOSE AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01.GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK..MAY JESUS AND ST.PATRICK YOUR NAMESAKE GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN..AMEN
Ellen Robb
January 1, 2002
Our deepest condolences to Pat's family during this diffcult holiday season. My daughter Kristen Montanaro was Pat's co-worker and sat right behind her in the office. Pat was a lovely person who we only had contact with on the phone several times, but we have some comfort in knowing that, if possible, Pat and Kristen were together that horrible day with their co-workers and were able to comfort each other.
Our grief is beyond words - Kristen's sisters Karen and Jamie and their Mom Ellen.
Teresa Jahn
December 26, 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
Janet Findlay
December 12, 2001
To Pat's family,
My prayers are with all of you. May God continue to guide and strengthen you through this time. Pat was a lovely lady who always had a smile for everyone she met.
Joseph Ficalora
November 16, 2001
Dear Tommy, Helene & Family
My prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry, my deepest condolonces to you and your family,
Sincerely,
Joe Ficlaora
Dianne Purdy
November 4, 2001
My Prayers continue for your family and loved ones. It has now been almost 2 months since the tragedy but my heart still aches for your great loss. If only I had the words to comfort you.
Fugen Isik
October 21, 2001
Pat Kuras was a wonderful person, I feel lucky that I had a chance to get to know her. I worked with Pat for several years in Barclays Bank and I admired her attitude towards people, difficulties - she always took the high road and never said anything bad about anyone or complained. I ran into Pat several weeks ago when I went to interview at Marsh and she was just absolutely thrilled to be working downtown, she loved her new job. I will always remember Pat's warmth and sincerity, she was a gem. May she rest in peace. My deepest condolonces to her family.
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