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Anthony Peluso Obituary
Whenever Anthony Peluso pulled out the saxophone and played his favorite song, "I've Got the World on a String," his listeners could only nod in agreement. Successful and athletic, good-looking and in love with life, he seemed to have everything — except an attitude.
"He was so gorgeous, but he never strutted around," said his fiancée, Ann Marie. "I couldn't believe it."
Yet the bigger surprise was how silly he could be — making Ann Marie, who can be prim and proper, walk down an up escalator or help him crash a wedding. "We laughed every time we wondered what the newlyweds thought when they saw us on their wedding video, dancing with drinks in our hands," she said in her eulogy.
Mr. Peluso, 46, worked long hours as a construction supervisor for Structure Tone, but he always found time to check on his mother, Lillian Peluso. He was overseeing work at 2 World Trade Center on Sept. 11 — a Tuesday, so he had his sax with him for his weekly music lesson. At his memorial service in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, his teacher, Vincent Della Rocca, played the old standards Mr. Peluso loved, like "My Funny Valentine" and, of course, his favorite:
Life is a beautiful thing,
As long as I hold the string
I'd be a silly so-and-so
If I should ever let it go.
I've got the world on a string . . .
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Eddie
February 3, 2025
Hi friend, sorry it took time for me to reach out. I couldn't find you on legacy.com. Now that I have it has been a long time. I often think of you and our childhood adventures., they are fond memories that I will cherish forever.We will meet again on the other side. I hope you caught up with Joe and are having a good laugh. GOD BLESS. Your dear friend Eddie and Marie
Danielle
September 13, 2024
Uncle Anthony,
I miss you every day. Everyday we think about you and how magical you were both inside and out. We love you so much.
Ed Connors
September 11, 2024
Anthony, we met briefly, I was leaving Structure Tone and you took my place down at the trade center. I have lived with guilt for 23 years, thinking had I never left you would still be alive. Please know I have never forgotten and never will
Edward Regina
October 11, 2023
It is now 2023 you wouldn't believe how the world we once cherished and enjoyed many good times has changed.
Again, I think of you often even as time passes and memories fade.
I hope you and Joe have found a better place. God Bless. Ill see you on the other side.
ER
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Danielle
September 11, 2022
We Love you Uncle Anthony....watch out for Grandma for us
Albert Bajaio
September 10, 2022
Every September 11 rings in , your memory flashes in my mind to think of you as a very responsible person during your employment for my company I will miss you dear Anthony
Danielle
September 11, 2021
Missing the best uncle ever like it was yesterday. We love you....take good care of Grandma for us.
Antoinette Peluso
September 11, 2021
You will never be forgotten. Each generation will be told of this day. May this day bring us together as a nation, as a community, and as a family. Take time today to honor those who are no longer with us with an act of kindness to others.
Regina Edward
September 12, 2020
Another year we sit and remember what was. Life as you new it has changed. Your memory remains.
Until we meet again. Love from your friends Eddie and Marie. By the way give Joe a high five for me.
Danielle Anderson
September 11, 2020
Can't believe we have been without you for almost 20 years. We miss you Uncle Anthony.
Love you xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
Danielle, Nicole, Ralph, Stephen, Mom, & Dad
Danielle Anderson
September 11, 2020
We miss you everyday Uncle Anthony. Love you.
Danielle, Nicole, Ralph, Stephen, Mom, & Dad
Doris Chong
September 12, 2019
Sadly, we didnt have a chance to meet but I think our families are related. Would have liked the chance to meet you.
Doris
Miami, Florida
Danielle Boeninghaus
September 12, 2019
Love you and miss you always.
Ed Regina
September 12, 2019
Its now 18 years and seems like yesterday. Over the years I have lost many dear friends. You realize how friendship touches ones life. I am especially glad that you were one of them. Your sense of humor and laughter can still be felt and heard. I hope you and Joe are sitting on a stoop looking down and watching over all of us. God Bless !
Your friend Eddie.
Frank Politi
September 11, 2019
Thinking of you always my childhood friend. Sleep in peace
The Lucas Family
October 19, 2018
Sending our continued heartfelt condolences to your family. Words can never remove the pain of loss when it comes to someone loved deeply but may these words show that others still do care about your loss. May God continue to give needed help and support. Anthony will always be fondly remembered.
Danielle
September 11, 2018
We miss you Uncle Anthony. Grandma is a strong woman...gonna be 101 in February. I know you're looking out for her and all of us. I wish our kids got to meet you. We love you.
September 12, 2017
Again I bear the sorrow of your lose. Years come and go and I can still see you in my mind and feel for you in my heart. Our good friend Joe past this year, keep a eye out for him, welcome him to Heaven, show him a good time and have one on me.
Your friend Eddie
September 11, 2017
We miss you Uncle Anthony. I wish our kids had gotten to know their awesome great uncle. Grandma is a strong person and misses you every day. We love you.
S.J. Friscia III
May 17, 2017
In Memory with
Honor & Respect.
September 10, 2016
Here we are again old friend. I can still see your face and smile in my memories. God Bless.
Childhood friend Eddie
September 10, 2016
Although it's been 15 years it absolutely feels like it was yesterday. We miss you so much and grandma's heart breaks for you every day. Nothing is the same without you. We love and miss you.
Danielle
Kathy
September 9, 2016
We Will Never Forget!
Beverly D
March 25, 2016
RIP Anthony Peloso. Remember your mom Lillian from visiting her sister on Third Place and from walking along Court Street. Last 7 years or more from working and now retired from Eileen Dugan Amico senior center. Her warm smile and kindness lights up the center when she walks in. We admire her beautiful fashions. I also went to school with Nicholas and Anthony Caputo.
September 12, 2015
As an aunt, grandmother and great grandmother of 3 boys named Anthony Peluso, this really tears at my heart strings. I also had an uncle by marriage named Anthony Peluso. And the only Peluso killed in the Vietnam war was from our hometown of New Castle, PA. May you RIP, dear Anthony.
September 10, 2014
Our hearts will remain broken and empty fore ever,cannot believe it has been 13 years. Hopefully you and Gabe are together. Nothing has been the same since both of you left us. We think of both of you every day. love, camille
September 7, 2014
We love you Uncle Anthony. Don't worry..we are watching out for mom and grandma for you. Everytime I see my baby daughter smile and point at the sky I know she is speaking with you. Me, Nicole, Ralph, & Stephen love and miss you forever.
Love, Danielle
Robert O
October 7, 2013
I had the great pleasure of working with Anthony on the Rainbow Room Project.
He was such a happy , care free loving guy. I miss him.
Karen Mack
September 13, 2013
I am a special friend of Camille, your oldest sister; she and I shared so many stories about our families over the years. The love she has for all her family is obvious; thankfully love always lives on - we know you are an angel in heaven Camille's favorite "little" brother~
September 12, 2013
Anthony I think of you always, our childhood days. Who would ever have thought that this is how it would be. Rest in peace, may God be at your side.
Eddie Boy
Tammy Peluso
September 11, 2013
In our hearts forever....
September 11, 2013
We miss you so much Uncle Anthony. I am so sad that my kids will never know what an awesome great uncle they had. I am so proud that my son has your name as his middle name. You were and will always be our favorite uncle. We love you!!
Love,
Danielle, Nicole, Ralph, Stephen
camille (Peluso) Conte
September 11, 2012
Here we are ll years later, it feels just like it happened yesterday. He went off to work and in our hearts we are still waiting for Anthony to return home. He was the light of our lives and life has not been the same without him. We will love and miss him forever.
KATHY SCHLOTTERBECK
September 11, 2012
WE REMEMBER RIP
Cousin Anthony
September 11, 2012
Miss you!
Bart Peluso
September 12, 2011
It took me ten years to hear The Peluso name read yesterday during the 9 11 ceremony. I had no idea. I dont know if we are related to Anthony or not but a decade later, realty stuck home more than ever. what a good looking young man ... Our hearts go out to his family
Bart Peluso formally fr NYC now in cooper city Fl
Salvatore DiCostanzo
September 9, 2011
I knew Anthony ,we both lived in Carroll Gardens. He was a true gentleman (a gentle giant). He played ball in the league I ran for 30 years (C.S.L AT P.S.32'S ) . He,Lou Valentino(IN HEAVEN) and John DeMonte were the 3 best centerfielder's to ever play on that field. He was not only a great ballplayer ,he was a great person whom was loved by all of us.You are truly missed. Rest in peace. you will never be forgotten my friend.
JAMES VITALE
September 6, 2011
I just out about Anthony in facebook and was shock to hear. Anthony was a great person and a great ball player we used to play stoop ball and stick. Anthony R.I.P. and God Bless you.
Ronald Naylor
September 6, 2011
I just found out from a connection on facebook about Anthony.He wasnt 100% sure but I googled it and I found out I lived 2 doors down from Anthonys cousins on 3rd Place. I lived at 102 and they lived at 98 3rd place. We all played ball and hung out when we were young. Nicholas & Anthony Caputo and Anthony Peluso all played ball in the neighborhood. Boy was he fast. We use to have races all the time with Louis Rauso and I and his cousins. I remember your sister Frances and your mom. I believe your mom Lillian and Tessie Caputo are sisters. I am so sorry. I hope and pray as we approach the 10 yr anniversary all his family and friends find peace.
September 2, 2011
RIP MY FRIEND
September 11, 2010
Im writing this message to Anthony from my husband. He was a childhood friend of his in Red Hook Brooklyn. They went to St Mary's Star of the Sea together. My husband remembers Anthony as always being happy and upbeat. He just wanted to write a few lines to remind himself of how lucky he was to have kown Anthony. God Bless you always. Heaven is a better place. Rest in Peace.
February 26, 2009
My son's name is Anthony Peluso, and on the first anniversary of 9/11 while watching the CNN telecast, I noticed on the tickertape on the bottom of the screen my son's name and I stopped what I was doing and listened to the comments by the announcer, this was my first knowledge of Anthony Peluso, 9/11 victim. It was an erie feeling for me to see my sons name going across the screen on the day of remberance. A couple of years later, when my Husband and I had travelled to NYC, we went to the site to pay our respects and there was a chain link fence around the area, and on that fence was a black banner, and on that black banner were all the names of the victims, both my Husband and I looked up at that banner and we both saw the name, Anthony Peluso. This banner was pretty long and for us to be standing and looking up at our sons name was a strange coincidence, although we are not related the events have caused me to believe that there was a reason for me to know of him. I can only hope in my heart that he is resting in peace and watching over his family, and anyone else that had the honour of knowing him.
Patricia Peluso
Connie Cors (Peluso)
January 6, 2009
I came across Anthony's name at Ground Zero when my husband and I visited New York, in October 2002. Even though I did not know Anthony, just the fact that we share the same last name gives me a connection to him. May God keep him close to him.
SUSAN RAIO
September 13, 2007
I DID NOT KNOW ANTHONY ONLY OF HIM. I WORKED WITH HIS MOM OVER 25 YEARS AGO IN A BANK IN MANHATTAN, AND WHAT I REMEMBER MOST ABOUT LILLIAN WAS HER DEVOTION TO HER CHILDREN. FROM HER TALKING ABOUT THEM ALL THE TIME I FELT LIKE I KNEW THEM. BEING A MOTHER OF 5 MYSELF NOW I CAN UNDERSTAND HER FEELINGS ABOUT HER CHILDREN. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE ANTHONY, AND TO LILLIAN AND HER CHILDREN MAY YOU FIND PEACE AND COMFORT IN EACHOTHER. I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOU LOSS.
SUSAN (PROVENZANO) RAIO
Angelo Gallotta
April 4, 2007
I was a childhood friend of Anthony's growing up in Red Hook. We used to play punchball on clinton street with a few of his cousins and my friends on a team we named "The Roadrunners". The year was about 1965. I knew Anthony about 10 years after that and every time he'd see me he say "Hey Angelo, Remember the Roadrunners?" and we would laugh. While working as a VP for CSFB at the beginning in 2001 I attended a project meeting and who is across the table but Anthony. I had not seen him in about 25 years His eyes lit up. We talked later and he had this big smile that I always remembered as a kid. He said "Remember the Roadrunners?" After that we worked on several project's together including 1 Madison Ave. We had just finished a complete reconstruction of one of many floors and I went to visit the site for inspection. As I walk in, about 40 feet from me is Anthony with his arms out and that big smile. He had his arms with his head shaking up and down as if to say "look at this thing of beauty". Some one called to him and he stepped away. That was about two days before that horrible day and the last time I saw him. It broke my heart when this happened and all I remember is Anthony with his arms out and that big smile. It is embeded in my head like it was yesterday. My sympathy to all of his family, Anthony C, Joey, etc. I miss ya Anthony, "Remember The Roadrunners!"
P Tabbernor
January 29, 2007
In remembrance....
Kristine
November 29, 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.
John Spadaro
September 18, 2006
May god bless your family and your memory will not be forgotten.
John Spadaro - First Place
michelle peluso
August 25, 2006
God bless Anthony's friends and family-
Danielle Anderson
April 12, 2006
I am so lucky to have been blessed with such a wonderful and caring uncle. My mom (your sister Frances) loves you so much, and you went out of your way to care about her, my dad, me, Nicole, Ralph, & Stephen. I'll never forget playing baseball with you outside, you giving me my first Police CD when you heard I loved their songs, and how you used to try to make me laugh at the dinner table. You are the most wonderful uncle I could ever ask for and we miss and love you so much. I know you are watching over us here, especially mommy. We love you.
ED REGINA
March 28, 2006
I was day dreaming today and you came to my thoughts. Every so often I think back on our younger days and the childhood games and fun we shared. I just wanted to let you know that even though we hadnt spoken in some time memories will always remain, along with a heartfelt friendship. I am sure all your friends from 3rd Place have moments of reminising. From all of us Joe,Patsy,Anthony G, Anthony C,Robert, Marie, Joann, Angela and all the others that you touched.May God be at your side. Until we all meet again.
Michael Mignano
January 8, 2006
I met Anthony in Carroll Gardens, where we played for the Pirates in the league at PS 32. Anthony was like a gazelle in center field lean and muscular, clearly the best player on the field. As years went on we played on many teams together and he was a great teammate and friend. I don't know why I waited till now to write on this page, but since I have I will echo some of the sentiments already noted. He was funny , kind and always had a positive word for me. The world is lesser place without him. I know he is playing softball in heaven with Firefighter Lou Valentino who passed a few years earlier in the line of duty. Heaven has some middle of the order!
Michael Mignano
"Miggsy"
September 11, 2004
I just wanted to remember Anthony on the anniversary of 9/11, 3 years later. I worked with Anthony at one of the jobsites. I will never forget what a great man he was and all of the laughter he brought to so many of us at work. It seems like yesterday that he was sitting across from me and will miss him dearly. My thoughts and prayers go out to Ann Marie, his family and friends today and always. God Bless.
New York, NY
(September 11, 2004)
phyllis pournaras
January 30, 2004
Anthony I still remember you as a young boy - I remember your mom calling you into the apartment on Henry St. and I am so deeply sorry that your life was so tragically ended on 9-11. May God Bless You and may you rest in peace. - Phyllis
James Chapman
September 11, 2003
I only knew Anthony for a couple of months, I met him whilst he was working on a job for us at the Rainbow Room. I only found out recently that Anthony was in the WTC, but immediately, his smiling face came back into view.
God bless all of you.
LuAnn Pellegrino
March 14, 2003
Anthony use to live upstairs from us on Second Place. He was soooo funny. When we were kids, he would come down to our apartment, my brother Joe, Anthony and I would turn our bunk beds into a tent. It would be dark under there and we would try to scare each other. My father would sneak in the room and scare the pants off of us - it was hilarious. To Lily: You were a great mother to Anthony and as a mother myself - My heart is breaking for you. To Frances, Gabe, and Camille - It's been a long time and again my sincerest condolences - LuAnn Pellegrino
Millie (Carmela) Lungo Gordon
February 18, 2003
My mother and Anthony's father were brother and sister. I never had the chance to meet Anthony, but seeing his picture and reading what others have wrote about him, I find he would be easy to love.
My mother passed away in 1969, and his dad passed away in March,1970. I wish I could have had the priv iledge to have met my cousin Anthony.
My prayers are with his family and Ann Marie.
September 9, 2002
To the Love of My Life
What a love affair we had! You promised you would never leave me, but fate had other plans for us. You've always been a part of me and now you live in my heart. If I concentrate really hard, I can hear you play your saxaphone. What a sweet sound you had.
So on this silent night,
I call your name and suddenly
All time and space between us disappear.
I see your face in firelight.
I hold you close in memory
And even though I know you're gone,
I know you're here.
As sure as there's snowfall in December,
Your love lives on in everything.
Summer, Winter, Fall or Spring
Every thought of you will bring us closer.
Until we meet again, my Darling...
From The Love of Your Life
September 11, 2002
ED AND MARIE REGINA
September 4, 2002
MY HEART WAS CRYING WHEN I HEARD ABOUT AND OLD FRIEND WHO WAS TAKEN FROM US ON 9/11. ANTHONY AND I GREW UP IN DOWNTOWN BKLYN, SHARING MANY GOOD TIMES TOGETHER. ESPECIALLY THOSE CHILDHOOD GAMES, STOOPBALL, TOUCHFOOTBALL AND THOSE SPECIAL FISHING TRIPS TO SHEEPSHEAD BAY. TODAY ME AND OTHER FRIENDS TALK ABOUT THOSE DAYS AND HOW THEY SLIPPED AWAY. YOU REMAIN IN OUR HEARTS AND THOUGHTS.YOUR FRIEND EDDIE BOY.
Thom Peluso
August 28, 2002
God bless Anthony and all those lost on that horrible day. This part of the Peluso gang from western PA tender our deepest sympathy to his immediate family and fiancee.
Warmest Regards,
Thom Peluso
Barbara Giuffre
July 15, 2002
I knew Anthony many years ago (I grew up in Carroll Gardens, as well). Years after (in about 1996) I was working at the Chrysler Building and Anthony was working at a site across the street. We chatted for a while, caught up with what was happening in each other lives. He was always so positive, so optimistic. I had a feeling many months ago that this was indeed the Anthony that I had know, however, until today I never saw a picture. Now I know for sure, it is him. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Janet Peluso Page
June 29, 2002
I am also a Peluso, and the same age as Anthony. I grew up near Boston. My heart goes out to Anthony's family and to his beloved Ann Marie. With all the prayers that went with all those souls on that terrible day, I have no doubt that they are all in God's Heaven. Mother Teresa said that we are all made to go back to Heaven, for that is our true home...and there in Heaven your Anthony has found joy and he will be there waiting for all of you who love him. Take comfort in knowing that you will see him again and that you are blessed to have had him touch your lives..and he still does...love never ends. I will keep this "brother" of mine who shares my family name, in my prayers from this day forward. May God grant him mercy, and bring you His peace. God Bless you. Janet Peluso Page
camille peluso
June 18, 2002
On behalf of my family, I sincerely thank all of you who signed the Guest Book for Anthony. He was dearly loved by our family, a very devoted son and beloved brother.
Karen Hanna
May 13, 2002
I am making a quilt block for Anthony to be part of the quilt for all of the victims of the combined disasters ( it has 3,000 blocks ). This quilt will tour the country after 9/11/02. Please look for Anthony's block! I did not know Anthony but he seemed as silly as I am!!! God Bless you, Anthony.
Angie Campbell
May 9, 2002
May God Bless you and keep you always.
Michael Iezzi
May 7, 2002
Father we entrust our brother Anthony to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
April 9, 2002
I just wanted to say that I worked with Anthony and will miss him dearly. He always knew how to make you laugh. My heart goes out to Ann Marie and his family. I am still in a great deal of shock as well. May God Bless him.
March 23, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG MAN...ANTHONY PELUSO AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FIANCEE..LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..STAY CLOSE..PRAY..AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK FOREVER...MAY JESUS AND ST.ANTHONY GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Theresa Brooks
March 11, 2002
Anthony was my second cousin. His mother married my grandmothers brother Al. Unfortunately, we never got the opportunity to met except in passing. I pray for my aunt and all his brother and sisters every day. Ann Marie, my sympathies to you also. We are still in a state of shock over the entire tragedy, the loss of so many lives and the fact that it hit close to home. May God watch over you and hold Anthony in the palm of his hands.
Theresa Brooks
(Jennies Murphy Grand daughter)
Anthony Peluso
March 2, 2002
They say that things happen for a reason. I am still searching for one.
May you carry on with the wonderful memories and that you find happiness in the years to come
God bless you.
Ashley Mason
February 14, 2002
If Ann Marie's last name is Medici--you used to cut my hair when I lived in New York, and I remember that your boyfriend worked in construction. Please accept my deepest condolences if you're the Ann Marie I think you are, and even if you're not.
Teresa Jahn
December 16, 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
Mary Jane Peluso
October 17, 2001
It's strange to see your last name on this list...and that Anthony and I are the same age and from New York. I don't know if we are related by blood but we are by many other things. God Bless you.
Mary Jane Peluso
Philip Peluso
October 16, 2001
I never knew Anthony. We share the same surname and I am an Australian. We were probably not even related. I just want whoever reads this to know that I express my respect for his memory.
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