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Ingeborg Joseph Obituary
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Judith
June 9, 2025
I miss you Inga
With love, Jude
Raymond E. Gravelin Jr
September 11, 2023
I knew Inga as I was working for the MAN Roland Company at their Connecticut office. Inga would help us as Rhode & Leisenfeld would handle the import of our commercial printing presses from Augsburg Germany. She was very friendly and did a great job for us. It was an honor to know her. Rest in peace Inga.
Jacqueline DeRosa
September 12, 2021
I was privileged to read your name aloud on 9/11/21. I hope you Rest In Peace and that God blesses your family.
Chandler Torres
March 22, 2015
i was born on december 31, 2000- making me only a couple months old when the events of september 11th unfolded. about a week ago (march 2015) i visited new york with my father to see some family, and i was always intrigued by the events of 9/11 and i asked my dad if we could bisit the memorial and museum. upon arrival i looked at the memorial pools and they looked amazing! my dad was already walking towards the museum door when i quickly tried to hurry and take a good picture to keep the memory and upon looking back at the photo today i saw ingebord joseph's name in the picture, in clear print and i was eager to learn more about her. and upon looking this page and a couple of more pages i've been touched!
inga, i've never known you and i was really young when all of this happened, but my prayers go out to you and your family even 14 years later. god bless you!! i hope you are doing good
- from a 14 year old boy who was a few months old on 9/11
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Visited the memorial on October 16th. I never knew him. Thought would share this.
Tim M
October 20, 2014
Claudia Kayser
September 12, 2011
Dear Inga,
it's been 10 years and I still can't believe that I will never again hear you greet me with 'Na, Kleene?' whenever we spoke. Would you believe that I can still hear your voice? You had such a wonderful energy and I am privileged to have known you, even if just for a little while. I will never forget the immense hope I felt when the florist told me that you were no longer in ICU, and the utter despair when I then found out that you had left us. I will never forget you and will miss you always.
Te Revesz
September 11, 2011
Inga:
Thinking of you and your love of theater, dance and music, September 11, 2011. I put up a card in your memory on the Memorial wall
Peter Brinkmann
November 7, 2009
Inga was a wonderful colleague and a great person to talk to. She and I worked for Amerford/Thyssen Haniel together. She was in the Jersey City ocean freight office when I was the District Manager in Hartford/BDL.
When I had a subscription to the Ring Cycle in 1991 I think it was she and I discussed the performances over the phone together. She gave me very good insights both to the music and to the plot themes.
I didn't know her well, but what I did know about her I liked very much. And now I cherish those contacts even more. What can one say, kurz und gut, she was a Mensch as our Jewish friends say. Such a loss, a great lady.
And thanks also to Volker Kolditz whom I used to know for his entry. He is a great guy whom I wish well.
P Tabbernor
November 19, 2006
In remembrance....
Kristine
November 13, 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.
Arlene Estrada
September 30, 2002
I can't believe it's been a year already since you left us. I remember calling your house on the 11th every half hour hoping you pick up your phone. I must of left a dozen of messages on your machine. But you never called me back!! Oh how I prayed you called me back! I'm sorry it took me a year to write something but everytime i try I start to cry and I can't write anything. But today I still cry but I'm going to write anyway! You were one strong lady Inga and I miss you!!
Astrid Molzow-Gunter
September 18, 2002
I never met Ingeborg Bachmann but from all the entries in this guest book she must have been a remarkable person.
My husband, Ingolf Gunter, started out in WTC 1 when he came to the US in 1989. Ingeborg must not have been there at that time.
I found out about her death from my mother-in-law in Hamburg, when she sent me the death note in the "Hamburger Abendblatt" newspaper.
Our heartfelt condolences to her family. May she rest in peace.
She will be with you in spirit always.
Love and peace
MaryAnn Kosir
September 15, 2002
Inga,
It's hard to believe a year has
already passed since that horrible day. I stood on my train platform
this Sept 11, 2002,thinking of how
one year ago I stood in the exact spot thinking of what a beautiful day it was, how wonderful the skyline looked and how all that changed a short time later. I can't help but stand in that same spot day after day still trying to accept & understand all that has happened and wishing it never did.
Wishing everything was still the same and we were working together once again.Unfortunately that will never be. One thing, of many, that I learned from you, is that you have to enjoy life. You definitely did. You were one smart, energetic lady that had a zest for life, music & culture. I remember fondly listening to you come into work and speak of a play or concert that you went to the night before. I miss that a lot. You have touched many lives in many different ways.
You will always be in my prayers.
Lisa Cummings
September 13, 2002
Hello friends and family of Inga,
my name is Lisa Cummings my son Eric is a student at Wilmington Middle school in Wilmington Massachusetts, and on September 11 02, he was given a wrist band with Inga's name on it to wear as a tribute to her and in rememberance. I went onto Legacy.com so I could learn a little about the woman who I will now always try to remember in my prayers. She sounded like a great, exciting lady with a wonderful intelligence and thirst for life and good music. My son Eric is a student of the viloin, so now Inga will hold a special place in our hearts when we hear him play a classical peice of music I hope that up there in heaven she will be able to enjoy our personal little thought of her when he plays. I hope that this small act will be some solace to the many friends and family she must have held dear. Rest in peace Inga.
The Cummings Family
Elfie Smith
September 12, 2002
Dear Family and Friends of Ingeborg Joseph,
My name is Elfie Smith and I am a high school teacher in Chicago. Yesterday, we had a prayer service to remember those who lost their lives last year on September 11th. Upon entering the gym, each person was given a notecard with three names on it who fell victim to the attacks. Ingeborg was one of mine. I carried that notecard around with me the whole day and prayed for her and you in all of my classes, all of my free periods, when I got home from work, and before I went to bed. I cried for you and tried to ease your pain by my prayers and thoughts. I will carry her name with me in my wallet from now on so that way she will never be forgotten. My prayers will always be with you and your family!
Love,
Elfie Smith
Linda Moore
September 11, 2002
Dear Inga,
I'll never forget our wonderful bridge games at the Brewster with Glenn and Steve...drinking wine, eating Chinese and listening to Marlena. I'm sure you've already formed some new foursomes in heaven and have graciously yelled at them saying, "grossly underbid".
I'll never forget you and the laughs we shared. Rest in peace, my friend. Love, Linda
February 8, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL WOMAN INGEBORG JOSEPH AND MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA NEW YORK AND THE GOOD PEOPLE OF GERMANY..MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY JESUS AND ST JOSEPH GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Teresa Jahn
December 28, 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
November 29, 2001
In memoriam, pull out a picture of Inga during a Christmas dinner at Jackie's in the late seventies. One of several Christmases we shared.
Jackie Deslauriers
anke dieker
November 24, 2001
dear inga,
i still can't believe this very sad news and will never be able to.
you have definately been one of the most interesting and unique persons i got to know during my stay in nyc - so full of energy & wisdom!
in memory you will never be forgotten and i still believe you are somewhere out there - we just can't see you.
love,
anke
Cheryl Silver
November 23, 2001
Dearest Inga.
I think about you everyday and remember all the wonderful times we had together, be it walking through Central Park, having dinner, or going to a movie. I miss you very much.
There will always be a place for you in my heart, thoughts and prayers. I know that we will meet again someday in the future.
Your loving friend. Cheryl Silver
Volker Kolditz
November 12, 2001
Dear Inga
It has been about 15 years, since Michael Renz introduced us at one of those famous Oktoberfests from Michael at Hapag. Shortly after u started working at Haniel. It was amazing how well as a team we worked, maybe because we share the same birthday, we mostly knew what the other thought.
That continued after I left to go to R&L. You followed me 5 years later, but didnt this time after I left in December.
It is amazing to know how many people you touched in your lifetime, how many people will remember you, and how many think of you every day. I dont know how many of us understand that you are realy gone, I sure dont.
There is so much to talk about your life, the relative short time I was part of. The things you couldnt stand (lying) and the things u absolutely couldnt be without (music, culture)
If I ever make it up there, you will be the first I look up.
Volker
Viktoria Steinhagen
November 12, 2001
Have been working with Inga at same company, but at Hamburg office. Spoke with her last years nearly every working day. Found in a her very good friend and in addition a special colleque with big know how. Met her 2 times, when she visited our office in Germany. It´s terrible that she have to leave us so early, I will never forget her! GOTT SCHÜTZE DICH, INGA!
Jet Joseph de Saram
November 11, 2001
Inga was my sister-in-law and I owe her a great deal. I am hoping this will serve as a small tribute to her, because she could not hear my words during her last days. She was the "big sister" I never had, espcially when I first came to New York from Sri Lanka as a young student in the 70's. I remember meeting her for the first time at the airport when she came to welcome me to New York. She bought me my first ever winter coat and leg warmers and made sure I did not get too sad during my first Chrismas away from my parents. Among the memories I will treasure are very ordinary things that we did together that now seem to have so much significance: eating marzipan christmas pigs from Kleine Konditorei in Germantown; having cheesecake at Zum-Zum in the early years of the WTC; and going to work together in the WTC one summer when she found me a temp job in her former firm. We shared a deep love of music and I was happy that the last thing she may have heard as she lay in the burn unit was some of her favourite music that I taped for her. Inga, there are so many good things I wish I could say to you about your significant role in my life. Suffice it to say that I owe you a great debt of gratitude and will never forget.
Karen Fritsche
November 9, 2001
I met Inge in l972 on Thanksgiving. A French friend brought her along to my house for the holiday. Inge was a German national who was a freight forwarding specialist for Rohde and Liesenfeld.
Inge died form an infection from burns on over 80 % of her body, suffered from the fireball of the second strike on the World Trade Center.
As a true German, Inge had a passion for classical music, especially that of her favorite composer, Beethoven. She was like the summer day of Beethoven's 6th Symphony, her favorite piece of music.
Inge loved piano music and was an opera fan, as well. Whenever one called her apartment, either Beethoven played by her beloved Berlin Philharmonic, Maria Callas or a Pollini recording of Chopin could be heard in the background.
She loved books and read equally well in French, German and English, all of which she spoke fluently.
Inge was a strong and independent person, yet she had a soft heart for others, especially for those with physical ailment, such as my handicapped sister.
She was grounded in her Luthern traditions and had a very spiritual side to her personality. In every church that she passed, she would light a candle for my sister
She loved adventure and travel and would happily cross Central Park during the blizzard of 1978 to see the King Tut exhibit, go plunging down an intermediate slope on her first try at skiing or travel to Morocco or Turkey on her own.
I give thanks every day for my Thanksgiving friend. She will be missed, especially every time I hear a piece of good music.
Karen Fritsche
Maria A. Cabrera
November 7, 2001
I met Inga in Turkey on vacation many years ago and we became fast friends. Inga introduced me to the West Side of Manhattan and I grew to love it as much as she did. We became Opera buddies and enjoyed going -- even if Inga did not like the performance on a particular night. I spent many a week-end at Ing's apartment where we talked about everything under the sun and how we enjoyed going to a movie and then discussing it from beginning to end. I miss her so very much. She touched everyone she met. She was truly exceptional. I hope that she's introduced herself to my Mom and Dad, as I know they will love her just as much as I did and always will. Good night sweet lady!
Annette Rauch
November 6, 2001
I got to know Inga about 4 1/2 years ago when I came to this country being barely 21 years old. For me "The rookie" she had a lot of advise, warm words and a always big wide open heart. I have admired her professional work attitude and her continous devotion to the job. Inga: you will be missed. Rest in peace.
Jennifer Beckett
November 6, 2001
Despite many a late evening in the office, Inga never seemed to run out of time or energy, be it to rush off to any of a number of various concerts with her friends, or to share a good joke, or read a great book and pass it on, or just hang out after work to blow off some steam.
What I most admired about Inga was that she was what my grandmother would call a "straight shooter". You always knew where you stood with Inga. Even if you differed, that merely ensured an evening of animated conversation and debate, and if you were like-minded, it just made the conversation that much more animated.
Inga seemed to do that which many of us strive for - to live life fully and without compromise.
I can only hope to do so as well.
Gabi and Michael Shields
November 6, 2001
My husband and I got to know Inga through my sister Annette. Inga was an extraordinary person with a big, warm heart. We enjoyed spending time with her ! We both miss her and will never forget her !
Annette Bachmann
November 6, 2001
I used to work with Inga from '97 til February of this year. She was a tough lady in business who was very dedicated to the job, but you knew that inside she had a soft core. Inga was a great person with a lot of life experience and knowledge about different areas who could give me some good advise. It's so sad that she had to pass away this way. I will deeply miss her.
Annette Bachmann
MaryAnn Kosir
November 5, 2001
I worked side by side with Inga for the last few years. She was a very hard worker and we made a good team.
I learned a lot from her and will
miss her always. She is always in my thoughts & prayers. It was an honor and a privilege knowing her.
MaryAnn Kosir
TRACI CARDOSO
November 5, 2001
INGA YOU WILL ALWAYS BE MISS
LORI PAIS
November 5, 2001
INGA,
I DIDN'T KNOW YOU VERY LONG BUT THE YEAR THAT WE WORKED TOGETHER WILL BE TREASURED FOREVER YOU WERE WITTY,FULL OF LIFE AND A WOMEN WITH ALOT TO OFFER, I WILL MISS YOU REST IN PEACE.
Dianne Purdy
November 4, 2001
My Prayers continue for your family. 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.
Peggy Mendelow
November 3, 2001
Inga's joie de vivre will be sorely missed. We spent many happy summers at the beach; being near the ocean was a key source of revitalization. Her love and critical passion for music was like that of a mother and child: beloved but could always do better. Inga's optimism brightened everyone's day. She is sorely missed and will always be in our hearts.
Jackie Deslauriers
November 1, 2001
I have fond memories of the many weekends, of the travels, and holidays we had together some thirty years ago, long before we both got married..., and divorced. Our paths diverged a bit, but I am so glad we had a chance to chat over the phone last this past July. But you had many friends as you deserved. I am so sorry we lost you.
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