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David Wiswall Obituary
David Wiswall was a nice, easygoing guy, but he could get very excited about a patch of lush green grass.
"When he wasn't out playing golf, he was out in the yard," said his wife, Pat Wiswall. "He was just a fanatic about his lawn."
One time when the Wiswalls were getting ready for a party at their house in North Massapequa, on Long Island, their son, Keith, looked out the window and saw his father vacuuming the lawn. Berries from a tree on a neighbor's yard had been falling onto the grass.
"Being married to him so many years, I understood," Pat Wiswall said. "He liked things a certain way."
Recently, with their two children grown and out of the house, the Wiswalls had been making the most of their empty nest. They played a lot of golf, both on Long Island and in North Carolina, and went out to dinner often with close friends, most of them people David Wiswall had known since grammar school.
Mr. Wiswall, a senior vice president at Aon Insurance in the World Trade Center, was 54. He and Pat were looking forward to his retiring in about six years so they could move down to North Carolina, where they planned to play even more golf.
"We were enjoying it so much," Ms. Wiswall said. "Just the fact that we were free to go out and do things. It's just another nice stage of life."
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Kenneth Cynar
September 12, 2024
Pat: Donna texted you today and you answered back. Happy to see things are well with you and your family. Ai this time of the year we remember You and David and the good times we had as a "soccer family" watching games and traveling around. When night comes we say our prayers and have always included you all. May God continue to hold you in the palm of his hand.
Ken Cynar
Irving Wiswall
September 12, 2021
As I'm sure you know Wiswall is a relatively uncommon name and that we are all, in often distant ways, related. I often look in a variety of places to see if there is a Wiswall - sort of a scavenger hunt. Some years ago I looked to see if any of those distant relatives lost their life on 9/11. I was so sorry to see his name.
I have a fairly extensive Wiswall genealogy going back to the early 1600's in this country and earlier in England. but I could not find David in it. I'm sure we are connected but I don't know how.
Joe Stephan
September 11, 2021
I always remember and looked forward to the moments Dave and I spoke on the sideline of our boys soccer games. For what ever reason we gravitated to each other and distanced ourselves from the others and to the tensions of those soccer games! What a wonderful friend. God Bless!
Holly Waite-Schwartz
September 11, 2021
When I was visiting my grandmother (who lived on Wexford Terrace or 87th drive as it was called in the 1980's) I used to play with the children who lived across the street. When I recently saw a list of all the victims of 911, I saw the name David Wiswall. He was one of the children. While reading his obit, I discovered he lived in Massapequa (I lived in Massapequa Park, and now live in N.C.) My sympathy goes out to his family.
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Tina Eletto
September 12, 2018
Dear Pat and Family,
Hello Pat, I know it's been forever and I have never written before but non the less I do think of you and your family's loss often.
I just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers always.
You have a Beautiful Family!!!
Love Tina
Chalmas STEWART
September 25, 2017
My wife and I were recently at the 9/11 memorial and happened to take a picture near the name of your husband. I was led to look up his name and discovered we have some things in common. We love North Carolina (we live here near Pinehurst ), I enjoy golf, and my wife has the same passion for her lawn. The vacuum will probably be her next yard tool purchase. God bless you and yours.
Never met Mr. Wiswall but RIP fellow Long Islander! Just visiting the memorial for the first time
Dionica Shepherd
January 17, 2016
September 11, 2015
Thinking of you on this day so many years later.....
Sue Vanderberg
September 18, 2011
Hello! I enjoyed reading about David. I received a flag in his honor at our 9/11 memorial service in Broomfield, CO this year. We were encouraged to research our person and pay tribute to them. I am very happy I did. I lived in Huntington, NY when I was in HS (so not very far from your hometown). I also had several friends on United Flt 175. I was a flight attendant based in Boston at the time of 9/11 but had just moved to Denver. I am very sorry for your loss and hope you are finding some peace in your hearts at this very difficult time.
All my best to you,
Sue Vanderberg
September 11, 2011
Pat, Amy, and Keith,
Its been a while since I've posted to the guestbook but wanted the three to know that I think you all and Dave often. Its wonderful to have a way through this guestbook to let his family know that many remember him and the goodness he brought to everyone he came into contact with.
May God bless you and keep you safe.
Regards,
Sherry Woods
September 11, 2009
On this 8th Anniversary, we remember all whose lives were lost, and we pray for the families who are bearing that loss.
I knew the Wiswall family when I was growing up in Hollis, NY. Barbara was in my class, and Chris was involved in various activities with me through church and school. I always remember David as being a really nice kid who was always happy and who was really loved by his sisters.
It is difficult to fathom what happened to so many on that day - because of the enormity of the tragedy. It becomes more real when you can focus on one person who you knew, even if you did not know him well, and think of him and his family. We can never forget! We are all linked - David and his family as well as all of the 3,000 victims and their loved ones.
Maureen Sitler Ciano
gigi sanchez
May 7, 2008
Hi Pat,
Checking in to say "hello." I hope all is well. I was surfing the net and came upon this site again and thought of you. -Gigi
September 11, 2007
Thinking about the Wiswall, Rothschild, and O'Gorman families today. Our prayers are with you.
Gigi Sanchez
June 22, 2007
Hi Pat,
Thinking about you. How's it going in Florida? Are you beating everybody at golf?
-Gigi Sanchez
P Tabbernor
April 21, 2007
In remembrance....
Gigi Sanchez
November 16, 2003
To Dave,
Your wife's stories about you sure are funny. My favorite one is the one where you fainted in the hospital with "white coat phobia" syndrome.
It is hard for an outsider to hear people suffering and talking about someone who died but I want to say that strangers like myself still think of the people who died that day and really care about the lives of those that go on in pain, trying to make their way. I hope there is peace after this life and that Dave is there and he hasn't fainted.
My best to you, Pat, and your family.
Thinking about you,
-Gigi Sanchez (freelance writer)
Dawn Ray
September 11, 2003
TO TRACY AND HIS FAMILY FROM CHRIS, DAWN, GREGORY AND KRISTEN RAY, EVEN THOUGH WE NEVER MET YOUR UNCLE, OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR WHOLE FAMILY.
Deanna Crouse
December 24, 2002
Dear Wiswall family,
Amy's holiday greetings to Renata arrived this past week. Of course, when her cards and letters come for Renata, I am reminded of the special place in my heart I have for you. Although I did not know your family at all and met and talked to Amy a handful of times, Renata has always said that Amy was the best roommate ever (Towson). And how Renata enjoyed her visits with the Wiswalls on Long Island. After each trip she regaled me with her stories about her visits to your home. I knew from her love for Amy and those stories that made me laugh so much that Amy, of course, was from a terrific family.
So having come upon this website today, I am again reminded of all the love and laugher that is part of the Wiswall household and I know that Amy's dad is in peace knowing that the seeds he and Mrs. Wiswall planted have grown strong.
As the holiday season reminds us, may love and peace be with you.
Deanna Crouse
Renata Crouse-Grodzki
Eric De Sisto
September 12, 2002
Dave serviced our account in A.C. and it was a pleasure working with him . He was a fine person and I am glad to say I knew him.
BARBARA LLEWELLYN
September 12, 2002
DEAR DAVE,
MAY THE ROAD RISE TO MEET YOU. MAY THE WIND BE ALWAYS AT YOUR BACK, THE SUN SHINE WARM UPON YOUR FACE, THE RAIN FALL SOFT UPON YOUR FIELDS. AND UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN, MAY GOD HOLD YOU IN THE HOLLOW OF HIS HAND. YOUR FRIEND, BARBARA
Barbara Curcio Holland
September 11, 2002
I worked at Rollins Burdick Hunter in the same department with Dave from 1984 to 1989. I will always remember what a wonderful and kind person he was and how everyone loved him. I was truly horrified to see his name listed as one of the missing last year. He didn't deserve to have his life end this way and my prays and heartfelt sympathy go out to his wife and children. I know he is truly missed by his family and friends.
Sincerely, Barbara Curcio Holland
Julie Vasilevich
September 11, 2002
To Dave's Family:
I was one of Dave's co-workers at Aon. I had the privilege of working with him on several accounts, most notably one where we met at the client's office out of state. This would be the one and only time I would meet Dave in person, even though we spoke on the phone often. He was a gentleman through and through. He was very polite, very helpful, and classy. I was honored to work with him and learn from him. I am sorry for your unimaginable loss and pray that you are able to find strength in the legacy he has left you.
Psalm 34:17,18: "The righteous cry, and the Lord heareth and delivereth them out of all their troubles. The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit."
Sally Kaufman
September 9, 2002
I worked for one of Dave’s clients and he was our insurance guru. We all appreciated his professionalism, his sly sense of humor and the respect with which he treated his wonderful staff. He really knew his business and I will always remember his accomplishment and contribution.
Robert, Nancy, Dustin and Laura Sutton
September 8, 2002
In memory of David Wiswall
We did not know David, but my husband is the brother of Cam Sutton who works for Aon. I came across this on the internet and wanted to express our deepest sympathy. I have thought of all the lives lost that day and especially of the ones from my brother-in-laws office and it still hurts deeply. Our deepest deepest sympathy to the family.
Nancy Sutton
Tom Rodriguez
August 26, 2002
Dave: Just a quick hello to a former co-worker while at RBH. My prayers to the entire family...Tom
angel donnelly
June 17, 2002
I heard his name mentioned at Maria Regina, and just had a feeling it was the same sweet boy that was in my 8th grade class at St. Gerards in Hollis. it's difficult to say from the picture posted here (it's been 40 yrs.). however, from the wonderful comments posted here, i'm sure he's the same kind person i knew back then.... i'm so sorry for the family's loss. i'm sure he grew to become a kind, gentle man.... he will be in my prayers...
Gigi Sanchez
June 14, 2002
Pat,
It really was nice talking to you. I went for a walk after our talk and thought about how you are handling this and it's something that will stay with me for a while. Thank you so much for telling me about the hospital story. It's VERY funny and kept me smiling :)
during my walk. In fact, i told my dog about it and she laughed, too. Take care, you and your family are on my mind.
-Gigi
Angie Campbell
June 11, 2002
May God Bless you and watch over the family and friends that you left behind on 9/11/01. May you rest in peace forever more..........
May 24, 2002
MAY THE BEAUTIFUL SOUL OF DAVID WISWALL AND THE SOULS OF ALL THE FAITHFULLY DEPARTED THROUGH THE MERCY OF GOD REST IN PEACE AMEN.
Sherry Woods
February 22, 2002
Dear Pat, Amy, and Keith,
I work for one of AON's clients and am located in Charlotte, NC. I was a newcomer to insurance matters so Dave became my mentor of sorts. I can't tell you enough how much I appreciated and respected him. He was always attentive and glad to help regardless of what else he had going on when I called (which I might add was quite a lot). The last time I saw Dave was at the end of May. We had traveled to Philadelphia for a meeting. I believe that he traveled down earlier so that he could visit with Keith. During dinner we talked quite a bit about our families. I came to know that he was so very proud of Keith and his endeavors to get his degree in the computer field (sorry I can't remember the specifics) and of Amy in her very challenging career choice as a public school teacher. Your Dad's eyes, I swear, twinkled when he spoke of both of you. Pat, I know that Dave so enjoy your vacations with friends to the coast of NC for golf as he often mentioned it whenever we had a chance to chat about vacations and such. He was quite proud that his wife was a great golfer. Please know that I will always be grateful for having the privilege of knowing your husband and father. I will continue to keep the three of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Kind Regards,
Sherry Woods
Anne & Ron Grimes
January 13, 2002
Our son Jim shares an apartment with David's daughter Amy. When we heard Amy's dad was in the WTC, our heart ached. Even though we never met David, because of Amy, we feel like we did. We cannot realize the overwhelming grief his family is going through. Frequently, we ask our son how Amy is doing. The pain is still there but she is going on with her life. Her father would want that.
God Bless your family. Our prayers are with you.
December 9, 2001
MAY GOD BLESS DAVID WISWALL AND MAY
HE REST IN PEACE.GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA
AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01
Teresa Jahn
December 2, 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
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