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Edward Perrotta Obituary
Ever since he was a child, Edward J. Perrotta could make things grow. Money, specifically. And plants.
As an 8-year-old, Eddie lent Laura, his sister, money with interest. Once, he gave her change to buy ice cream in exchange for a 1935 silver dollar she had been given as a baby. (His mother made him return it.)
He started his Wall Street career as a money broker and ended it managing the energy desk at Cantor Fitzgerald.
"He liked to make money, and he was good at it," Laura Perrotta said. "It wasn't so much the amount of money as it was the thrill of acquiring it."
A recently remarried father of two teenagers, Mr. Perrotta, 43, spent his weekends fishing with his brothers, nurturing a shared dream that they would one day catch a 50-pound striped bass.
Mr. Perrotta inherited his mother's love for gardens, doting on the one at his home in Mount Sinai, on Long Island, and the one at her grave, which he would visit every weekend, planting mums in the fall, tulip bulbs in the spring, impatiens in the summer.
"He loved beautiful things," said his wife, Josephine.
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Jennifer Cummings
September 11, 2024
You will never be forgotten.
Jennifer
September 12, 2023
Not forgotten.
September 11, 2021
As the decades pass you are not forgotten. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Marichel Matthews
September 10, 2021
The years pass and your memory lives on. Your kind, gentle, genuine love for people will never be forgotten. I enjoy visiting your name at the memorial every time I go to my corporate office and walk across to catch my train. Mom, Dad, and I miss you, Uncle Eddie. You, Tita Josephine, and the family are always in our thoughts and prayers. - Nene
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Patricia Short
September 8, 2021
Lives were better with you, the world misses you. RIP
Jennifer Cummings
September 11, 2019
Your memory will live forever.
Jennifer Cummings
September 11, 2017
Not forgotten
S.J. Friscia III
June 4, 2017
In Memory with
Honor & Respect.
Jennifer Woodman Cummings
September 11, 2016
Never forgotten.
September 9, 2016
In Remembrance
Josephine Perrotta
February 12, 2016
I still remember I always will love you
Jennifer Cummings
September 11, 2015
Never to be forgotten.
May 31, 2015
ALWAYS AND FOREVER
September 20, 2014
To all friends of Eddie ,
Thank you for every prayer and remembering his memory.
Jennifer Woodman Cummings
September 11, 2014
Very cool, very fun guy; never forgotten.
denise 911 flagrunner
September 14, 2013
your memory is kept alive thru my flagrunning... ran 16.75 miles on 9/11/2013 for all who perished...
Jennifer Woodman Cummings
September 11, 2013
Not Forgotten.
September 11, 2013
You and your family are always in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Eloise Dougherty
Barry Emas
September 10, 2013
You and your memory will never, ever be forgotten.
ROBERT ANTHONY ALARIO
July 11, 2013
I AM VERY GLAD THIS GUEST BOOK WILL REMAIN ONLINE PERMANENTLY...THAT MOMENT IN TIME 9/11, WILL FOREVER BE IN MIND AND HEART. I AM BLESSED TO HAVE KNOWN YOU EDDIE YOU ARE ALWAYS IN MY SPIRIT, HEART &SOUL. YOU WERE SUCH A VERY COOL FRIEND AND NEIGHBOR GROWING UP ON CARRIE COURT,YOU ARE DEARLY MISSED WHAT A WONDERFUL GIFT YOU ARE FOR HUMANITY.
LOVE,
THE ALARIO'S
YOUR LITTLE BUDDY BOBBY ALARIO...GOD BLESS YOU EDDIE AND YOUR GREAT FAMILY
FOREVER AND ETERNITY.
July 10, 2013
A good man and a great human being was taken away from us by terrorists almost 12 years ago. You will never be forgotten.
July 9, 2013
I remember Ed from my college days at Hofstra University. We used to play backgammon together! He had a rock-star look in those days. He was always so sweet to me, kind of like a big brother. My heart goes out to Ed's family ... rest in peace, Ed.
ROBERT ANTHONY ALARIO
September 23, 2012
god bless you eddie and you family, so sad buddy it was great growing up with on our old ct in smithtown. always love you.The Alario's
George Perrotta
September 13, 2012
God Bless you and all of the 9 11 victims
Jennifer Woodman Cummings
September 11, 2012
You are not forgotten Eddie.
Barry Emas
September 11, 2012
Edward, you will never ever be forgotten, your memory will live forever
denise eaton
September 10, 2012
dear edward in heaven,
tomr'w is the day that i will b running for you and all who perished on 911. your name is on one of the flags that will be carried around arizona. i will focus on trying to complete 9 or 11 miles to honor all.
my thoughts are with your family at this time. "I have great emotions for the 911 victims and as long as i am running my flagS are a part of me and a reminder to all- REMEMBER 911..."
your 911 flagrunner...
over 8,800.00 miles since the attacks.
Thomas Roza
September 9, 2012
It's been a very long time but you never left my memories back from the days we worked at Centerport Boat Yard. You're one of the most positive people I every had the pleasure of knowing, god bless.
September 9, 2012
It's been a long time...I remember Eddie from our days working at the boat yard in Centerport, he'll forever remain in my memory.
denise eaton
September 12, 2011
ran 9.0 miles on 9/11/11 for the victims of 911...
denise/911 flagrunner...
Josephine Perrotta
September 12, 2011
Today of September 11 2011 the tenth year anniversary ,I was in ground zero and was such a wonderful feeling to see that finally there is a place for my husband to visit and as the other victim of 911 the Memorial Park that they built was such a beautiful that all the spirits was there the water falls when the tower falls to the ground yet the names was no top . Although the towers fall down in the ground but still the victims still up and we will always remember you Eddie and will never forget you your name is on top all of you in 911 will never be forgotten and I will always be there in your memorial. I love you and miss you very much.
Marie Perrotta
September 11, 2011
Only today on the 10th anniversary of 9/11, did I find out that a possible distant "cousin" was a victim of this terrible tragedy - I wish we had had the opportunity to meet while you were alive.
Robert Anthony Alario
September 11, 2011
Hey Eddie, I still feel like your still amongst us - very much. You are very missed by our family.
I was just a kid, you were bigger than life and I’ ll never forget you or your wonderful family.
You made life cool even when things weren’t so cool in my life God Bless You always & forever…
Bobby Alario
denise eaton
September 10, 2011
dear edward in heaven,
u will b honored as i run with my flags on 9/11/11.
your 911 flagrunner...
Nancy Tester
September 10, 2011
Happy 10th anniversary in heaven cousin. You will always be missed but never forgotten.
Jennifer Woodman Cummings
September 9, 2011
Eddie.. 10 years has passed, unbelievable but true. Your memory lives on, not just in my heart, but in the hearts of everyone who was fortunate enough to have known you. You are not forgotten.
denise eaton
May 17, 2011
running for the 911 victims - STILL!
denise/911 flagrunner..,
May 16, 2011
With the 10th Anniversary of the horrible date coming up soon, I just wanted to say that your memory will NEVER be forgotten.-Barry Emas
barry emas
September 10, 2010
I remember eddie at Hofstra. He will never be forgotten.
denise eaton
August 9, 2009
edward -
i am getting close to my 911 event and
u will b in my thoughts and prayers on that day.
denise/911 flagrunner..
Harvey and Joan Wenz
August 3, 2009
Dear Eddie,
You were my neighbor on Carrie Court Smithtown from the time you were 4-5 years old. I remember you looking over the fender of my car as I was doing repair and asking questions about what I was doing. You grew up with my daughters and I watched as you became a beautiful young man. You will always remain in our minds and in our prayers. I just found out about this website today from Bobbie Olario one of your friends on Carrie Court. God bless and keep you.
Robert Alario
July 4, 2009
My Utmost Thoughts and Prayers to Eddie and the entire wonderful Perrotta family. I alway's loved Eddie, I looked up to him and learned a lot -- especially about fireworks...reflecting on this very important 4th of July, 2009, in American - World history. Eddie was very cool, I miss him tremedously. The Alario family is and will always be very grateful and honored to have known him and his wonderful family. God Bless You All and God Bless America. Thank you Eddie, for teaching me about the big meaning of the Equalizer, your lesson to me will not be in vain. I love you man.
Peace -- Love,
Robert Anthony Joseph Alario.
RUNNING FOR THE 911 VICTIMS
denise eaton
November 17, 2008
dear edward in heaven,
my name is denise from phoenix,
i will be running for u also to keep the memory of 911 alive.
911 flagrunner..
Barry Emas
September 10, 2008
Tomorrow is the 7th Anniversary of that horrible day when so many innocent people lost their lives. Edward Perrotta was one of those innocent people. Your memory will live on and you will never be forgotten.
Nancy Tester
September 13, 2007
Eddie, You are a wonderful man and a great cousin. We still view our wedding video when your son, Joseph, was our ringbearer. I know you are in heaven because you are such a great person. You will always hold a special place in our hearts and prayers. Rest in peace, cousin
C.M.
July 11, 2007
I knew Ed while in college. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Barry Emas
June 25, 2007
As the 6 year anniversary of that horrible day gets closer, your memory still lives on. You will not be forgotten.
Andrew Buenaviaje
May 16, 2007
Aunt Josephine loves you so much and she will never forget you. She always talks about you even until now. Our aunt means so much to us and we are very grateful for all the love and care you gave her. We will be always grateful for the warmth and kindness you showed our Aunt and our family. May you have peace and blessing from God as always.
Josephine Perrotta
February 1, 2007
My name is Josephine Perrotta, my sincere thanks to my Husband's friends, I wish that I meet you all due that We just get married 4 months before 911, and he was so busy to his job being just got promoted , and we dont have a big wedding it was simple, Our plan is to have a big one but this thing happend so , I was not able to meet a lot of people that I should meet,and Im glad that all of you remember Him , He was a very loving, good , funny guy.I love you Sweetheart, LOVE JO
P Tabbernor
January 30, 2007
In memory....
Kristine
January 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.
celeste Buenaviaje
December 7, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jennifer Woodman
September 11, 2006
Bubba! Still remembering a great broker and a great friend. I will never forget how we met through our buddy Wendell; one of the funniest stories ever. You are greatly missed.
~xo~
Jennifer Woodman
Kristy, Zach & Cody Goodboe
December 17, 2005
The boys and I never took the opportunity to meet you, but you are a part of our lives anyway thanks to your brother, Bob. He told us so many wonderful things about you, and some of the 'adventures' you and he shared growing up.
God Bless you.
Kristy, Zach & Cody Goodboe
JOSEPHINE PERROTTA
September 1, 2005
My name is Josephine, Eddie and I just got married 4 months before , 911, It was so hard, now is the ann iversary of911, it seems like yesterday ,YOUR memory is so fresh, I was writing this SEPTEMBER 1, today is your date B-day, Honey ,you are still in my heart,you are the best. I miss you so much. I love you. I remember, before you,911 ,You asked me will you marry me? Yes, I am.
I wrote this for you. From your loving wife ,Josephine Perrotta
Sharon Hanway
January 8, 2005
I worked for Eddie and Barbara back in the 80s I was their nanny from Ireland, I was truely saddened to learn of the death of Eddie. He was a great guy really funny. He worked on the farm back then and he sure loved it , he had a way with makeing you feel happy and allways made me smile. I remember he would wake up in the middle of the night to go fishing and he allways caught the best bluefish , to this day I have never had a blue fish the way he cooked it and the fresh veg; he would bring home from the farm.Well I cannot say enough to his family this has left a huge hole.I understand Eddie remarried so my deepest respect goes to you .Jennifer, Joseph and Barbara I am so sorry , It has been a long time I think you will remember me I hope so because I remmember you guys.
Sharon Hanway Doogan
Jan 2005
peter carollo
February 10, 2004
EDDIE AND I WORKED AT BIERBAUM MARTIN FOR A COUPLE OF YEARS BUT IT WASNT UNTIL I SAT NEXT TO EDDIE THAT I GOT TO NO HOW GREAT A GUY HE WAS. ONE TIME I WILL NEVER FORGET AND IT GETS BROUGHT UP NOW AND THEN WHEN THE GUYS REMINIS THE OLD DAYS, IS WHEN ME AND ED WERE HAVING A PICTURE TAKEN IN THE TRADING ROOM AND LIKE ED BEING ED ALWAYS KIDDING AROUND HE WAS PUTTING A LARGE FOLDER CLIP ON MY TIE. HERE I THOUGHT THE PHOTO CAME OUT GREAT, UNTIL I HAD THE FILM DEVELOPED TWO WEEKS LATER ONLY TO FIND OUT WHAT HE DID. IT WAS LIKE EDDIE A FUN GUY ALL THE TIME. HEY ED YOU ARE MISSED HERE, BUT GOD GOT YOU UNDER HIS CARE. TAKE CARE BUDDY. PETER CAROLLO
BARRY EMAS
February 2, 2004
Even though it's been more than 2 years, the loss of a friend is still a tremendous loss. I hope that Eddie's wife and family are still able to cope as best as is humanly possible.
Barry Emas
[email protected]
4224 W. Brigantine Avenue Apt. 14 Brigantine, NJ 08203
609-266-4249
I was a Hofstra University student from 1979-81-That's where I met him.
JOSEPHIN E PERROTTA
December 6, 2003
TO ALL OF MY FRIENDS AND EDDIE'S FRIEND AND FAMILIES, MY SINCERE THANKS TO ALL, MAY THIS X'MAS BRING YOU ALL PEACE AND JOY, AGAIN THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR SUPPORT TO US IN 911 FAMILIES.516-729-2300
barry emas
September 10, 2003
I KNEW EDWARD AT HOFSTRA UNIVERSITY. I MET HIM ONE DAY DURING THE START OF MY FRESHMAN YEAR. HE SAW ME STANDING THERE LOOKING LOST AND ASKED ME IF I NEEDED ANY HELP. HE THEN PROCEEDED TO TALK TO ME FOR ALMOST 45 MIN TELLING ME WHERE EVERYTHING WAS AND HOW TO FIND IT. FROM THAT TIME ON, ANY TIME I SAW HIM ON CAMPUS, HE'D ALWAYS SMILE AND ASK ME HOW I WAS DOING. HE BECAME MY FRIEND RIGHT THEN AND THERE. THAT WAS THE TYPE OF PERSON HE SHOULD BE REMEMBERED AS: ONE WHO ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE AND WAS ALWAYS WILLING TO HELP WHENEVER AND HOWEVER IT WAS NEEDED. THE WORLD LOST A GREAT HUMAN BEING ON THAT TERRIBLE DAY, ONE THAT WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. IF MORE PEOPLE LIKE EDWARD WERE AROUND TODAY, THE WORLD WOULD BE A MUCH BETTER PLACE. GOD BLESS THE ENTIRE PERROTTA FAMILY. MY ADDRESS IS 4224 W. BRIGANTINE AVE APT 14 BRIGANTINE, NJ 08203 609-266-4249
Nancy Di Francesco
September 11, 2002
I want to express my deepest sympathies to Eddie's family. I knew Eddie about 20 years ago when we took the LIRR and I'll never forget his kindness when he helped me with my car on a very cold night. He was a very friendly and kind person. I have been out of touch with him for the past ten years and I didn't know he was working at WTC until I saw Newsday's booklet, "Remembering the Lost". Eddie may you rest in peace...your friend forever, Nancy.
Andrew Waranch
September 11, 2002
Eddie was my broker and my friend for many years. He taught me a lot about trading and life. He will be missed.
Jordan & Emily Jed
September 8, 2002
A tree has been planted for Edward as a living memorial here in Sloatsburg. Our thoughts are with you.
Chris Fanning
August 23, 2002
I knew Eddie back in Junior High school In Smithtown, even way back then he was a good friend and fun guy to be around. We were pretty good friends back then, but unfortunate for us, we lost touch as the years went on. It wasn't until I read his story in the Newsday did I know that he was a victim and perished. I understand your hurt. My family as well has lost a member to this tragedy. He was a firefighter. So, I wanted to let you know, that my thoughts are with you and of Eddie, as we approach the 1 year anniversary of this terrible day that has effect so many.
Josephine Perrotta
August 8, 2002
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the many friends, family members, and acquaintances for your kind thoughts,wishes, and support in this my darkest hour. Remembering Eddie's last words to me "I love you sweetheart take care" and the support from so many has helped me survive. Thank you for showing me how Eddie was loved by so many.
Irene Grunert
August 8, 2002
Knowing Eddie was an experience that I will not forget. He was a gentle, kind, man who will be missed by many.
To Josephine,my dear friend and Eddie's wife, you have my life-long support and love. I will always be there for you.
BARRY EMAS
July 17, 2002
EDWARD WAS SOMEONE I MET WHILE A STUDENT AT HOFSTRA. HE BECAME A GOOD FRIEND OF MINE AND WAS SOMEONE WHO ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE AND ALWAYS HAD KIND THINGS TO SAY TO EVERYONE HE MET-TO HIS FAMILY, EDWARD WAS A GREAT HUMAN BEING, ONE WHO WILL BE SORELY MISSED.
Kevin Crafts
July 3, 2002
Please accept my family's and my deepest condolences.
Kevin Crafts
Esther Don
May 30, 2002
I run a Ballroom Competition in Stamford Connecticut call the
Tri-State Challenge Every March at the Stamford Marriott Hotel. Edward and Josephine were one of the vendors for Margarita Fashions.
He was wonderful kind happy men who love the art of ballroom dancing and was involved in the costume designing. I did not know that he also worked at the WTC
I only knew him in dance world. I found out in March when I tried to email mail him, it was to late to extend
To the family my heartfelt sympathy I would like to take this opportunity to do so.
And to let the family know that in the Ballroom community he will be missed as well as Margarita Fashions
Dear Lord Heavenly Father.
Have mercy on those suffering, hurting and in fear, or in anger and give wisdom and strength to those who are assisting. May the forces of evil be broken by your power and may we be humble before you. In the knowledge that you are our strength and in only you we can take refuge. May the Holy Spirit speak to us! Bring us your comfort and peace. Help us reach out to those that have been affected by this tragedy. Glory to the Father and to the son and to the Holy Spirit
Amen
Esther Don
Angie Campbell
May 9, 2002
May God Bless you and watch over you forever more.
March 25, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL GENTLEMAN..EDWARD J.PERROTTA 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 AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY JESUS AND YOUR MOM GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN..AMEN
Theresa Maresco
March 11, 2002
Edward Perrotta was my cousin and a wonderful person who will be missed by all. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family.
Davis Dillard
January 17, 2002
My heart goes out to the Perrotta. He brokered power for me when he was at Natsource. He was a delight to talk to and a strong working willed man. My prayers are with you all and everyone involved in this horrific tragedy.
Carole Loveless
January 4, 2002
To the family of Eddie, I am so very sorry to hear about Eddie. I rembember his wonderfulsmile and bright eyes.He was a great kid and you are a great family as well as neighbors. I cannot imagine the heartbreak and sorrow you are all feeling. My prayers are with you all as are the prayers of my sons Bob and Jim Alario.
Carole Loveless
Teresa Jahn
December 16, 2001
We are very sorry for your loss of Edward. 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
Richard Perrotta
October 23, 2001
Dear Perrotta Family:
I found this site by accident and while looking through the list of names, came upon Edward's. Seeing the last name Perrotta hit home for obvious reasons and I thought I just had to say something. I'm very sorry for your loss and I pray for everyone who are the victims of the tragic events that unfolded on 9-11-01. Please remember, that God will not give you more than your family can handle. I pray that your family finds the strength to endure the loss of your son/brother. Please
remember that your family isn't alone, and that God is with you all. Thank You for allowing me to write this. May God bless your son Edward, and your entire family.
Sincerely,
Richard Perrotta
Unionville, CT..
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