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Boyd Gatton Obituary
Boyd Gatton moved to the United States in 1992 and was still discovering new interests. An operations officer at Fiduciary Trust who was born in Paget, Bermuda, he spent his free time practicing tai chi in the park near his home in Jersey City, doing carpentry work, reading and indulging his nieces when they visited from Bermuda with his two sisters.
"He just spoiled them to death," said his sister Pauline O'Connor, who has learned what kind of an impression her brother left on people while she has been settling his affairs.
He was the type of person who could walk into a store and leave with a new friend, like Wilfred Garcia, a photographer who works at a camera shop in Jersey City. "Not only was he interested in photography," Mr. Garcia said, "but just about anything in the world."
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Queen LaWanda Asuquo
September 11, 2024
May We Never Forget! #STLBlackWoman rest in power #BoydGatton!
Monique Gould
September 12, 2023
Rest in Love. You will always be missed.
1011 River Dr.
September 12, 2023
Continue to rest well Godpa you are always in our thoughts.
Stuart May
September 11, 2023
Thinking of you today, remembering the great times catching fish. RIP good buddy.
Stuart
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Denise Dowling
September 14, 2021
It's been 20 years since the world was shattered by evil. Boyd we continue to pray for Paulie, Kandaree & Rukiya. Your memory will live on in them & their respective families. I wish I could've met you when you lived in Bermuda. I've heard many stories of your kindness & by the tributes, you were loved so much. Continue to SIP until that great getting up morning when you will see your loved ones. #wewillneverforget
Linda Little
September 12, 2021
Cousin, I will never forget you. Ive Sleep in peace.
2o years Later! We still miss you like it was yesterday! #STLBlackWoman
LaWanda Asuquo
September 11, 2021
n Honor of the Student I lost during 911. #STLBlackWoman
20 years later... #BoydGatton Fiduciary Trust Company
"Boyd Gatton moved to the United States in 1992 and was still discovering new interests. An operations officer at Fiduciary Trust who was born in Paget, Bermuda, he spent his free time practicing tai chi in the park near his home in Jersey City, doing carpentry work, reading and indulging his nieces when they visited from Bermuda with his two sisters.
"He just spoiled them to death," said his sister Pauline O'Connor, who has learned what kind of an impression her brother left on people while she has been settling his affairs.
He was the type of person who could walk into a store and leave with a new friend, like Wilfred Garcia, a photographer who works at a camera shop in Jersey City. "Not only was he interested in photography," Mr. Garcia said, "but just about anything in the world." Published by The Republican on Oct. 17, 2001.
Rest in peace now our brother!
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Denise Dowling (Outerbridge)
September 12, 2019
Praying for Pauline and the rest of the family. Continue to SIP Boyd!
Linda L
September 12, 2019
Boyd, I'll always love and miss you. Rest in His arms my cousin.
Tina Martin
September 12, 2019
I will never forget.....
Monique Gould
September 11, 2019
Friends always. I miss you still.
July 25, 2019
I am so sorry you were taken from us because of a needless tragedy that struck New York. RIP Boyd.
LaWanda Asuquo
September 11, 2016
15 years of missing you! ❤
Denise Dowling
September 11, 2015
Remembering you Boyd and praying that God will continue to bless your soul. Pauline and your family are doing ok. They have lots of family and friends looking out for them. May you forever SIP!
Monique
September 11, 2015
Even after all this time and as life has taken up its usual routine you are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Floyd Pitcher
September 13, 2014
Whats up Brethren, Been quite a long time since you left us but truth be told your fire still burns bright in the hearts and minds of those who knew and loved you. Some would think this would get easier after so long but I still need time to gather myself when you come to mind. Wish we could share a moment and rap like we used to share a joke and laugh about Scrufferie, Sea Cadets and life on Shinbone Alley like old times. RIP old friend and remember your memory is cherished and always will be. Selah
Denise Dowling & Family
September 12, 2014
May God continue to bless you and just know that your family has a lot of love covering them. Forever SIP Boyd...we will never forget!
Tony Wiersielis. PM
September 11, 2014
May me meet again, my brother.
WE WILL NEVER FORGET!
LaWanda
September 11, 2014
This is still very painful for all of us! We miss you and think about you daily. You were my first online IT student and had so much to offer to this World! May your soul continue to Rest in Perfect Peace! Keep smiling upon us. LaWanda
September 11, 2014
Boyd,
Think about you and how you touched the lives of so many!!
The Gordon's
Tina Martin
September 12, 2013
I continue to think of you and miss you always. Rest in paradise.
Monique Gould
September 11, 2013
Still missing you... Continue to rest in peace.
Linda Little
September 11, 2013
Cuz, I still miss you and the laughs we shared. I know you're resting in peace and that eases my mind. God bless you and the family.
Denise Dowling (Outerbridge)
September 11, 2013
Remembering you today Boyd. Blessing upon Paulie, Kan & Kyia and the rest of your family. May you continue to RIP!
September 11, 2013
Even with the pasting of time , it is still difficult. The toddlers are now teenagers. Always in out thoughts...
Gordon's
Miss'Ebony Jones Kimlee Hewey
September 11, 2013
To my Godpa
, and to my Friend you will forever live in our memories and hearts never forgotten R.I.P
Diane Thompson
September 9, 2013
Boyd, may you continue to rest in peace. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Remembering always....
Joy Reed
June 1, 2013
still in pain behind 9-11-01 we will always remember and miss you much
Maya Atta
May 14, 2013
I went to the 9/11 Memorial yesterday; refused to leave until I found your name. I still miss you, and I'm still glad that you were a part of my life. Continue to rest in perfect peace, my dear.
April 23, 2013
Uncle Boyd, you are and will always be in our thoughts. We love you very dearly.
Your Sister and nieces,
Yvonne Little
Dorlisa Nazario
ShayVonne Tartt
Linda
April 22, 2013
Boyd, we now have a "Little" family page on FB and you are included. You weren't adopted into our family b/c you were our god-cousin but you were absorbed and infused into us. I will miss you always.
Betty Jean Jones
September 19, 2012
Uncle Boyd, As the years pass and i grow closer to my bermuda family i miss and wish you were here. I love you and all family connected to you Love your niece, Betty Jean
carol german
September 12, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 12, 2012
Still in Awe....
September 12, 2012
Missing you!
Denise Dowling (Outerbridge)
September 11, 2012
Always remembering you Boyd. May you continue to RIP.
Monique Gould
September 11, 2012
You are still with me. You were a friend through it all. Love you.
Tina Martin
September 11, 2011
Well 10 years have not changed the pain and hurt that people go through because of the loss of a wonderful man that has touched lives all over the world. Your love radiates through your sister and nieces. Visiting this summer and sitting by the pool looking at your picture makes you feel your presence. No one will ever forget you and the love you left behind. It hurts to know that you lost your life to something so senseless. I love you and miss you.
Corazon Fisher
September 11, 2011
Boyd, It was truly a great honor to have known you. We will always treasure your kindness and great friendship. Rest in Peace my dear friend. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless ! Earl & Sony Fisher
Corazon Fisher
September 11, 2011
Boyd, You will forever be in our thoughts. Rest in peace my dear friend. Thank you for your kindness and humility. Earl & Sony Fisher
Denise (Outerbridge) Dowling & family
September 11, 2011
Boyd, 10 years have passed and you're still in the hearts of those who loved you. I did not know you personally, but Pauline & I are friends from school. May you continue to RIP and just know that you're family is in good hands. God bless you today & always.
September 11, 2011
Boyd,
Looking toward 295, I think we are going to meet up and head toward the PATH to work. We shall never forget !
Gordon
Monique Gould
September 11, 2011
I was so blessed to have known you. You will always be remembered. As the years have passed the tears have gone away but thoughts of you remain.
Danielle Johnson
September 10, 2011
I wish we could have been part of your life! I think that you would have enjoyed knowing us. We love your family! We are doing our best to take care if your sister just like we think you would have. May you rest in peace.
Betty Jean Jones
September 9, 2011
Uncle Boyd You will be in my heart always. I wish I would have got to meet you but instead I have the rest of the family now to tell me stories of you. I love and miss you. Love your Niece Betty jean
Ron Johnson
September 9, 2011
Wish i could of meet you uncle Boyde.
Steve Gatton
September 9, 2011
Brother Boyd, we share a last name and a Masonic Heritage. As we approach the ten year mark of the time you left us, you are not forgotten.
John McKeever
September 8, 2011
Brother Boyd,
On behalf of your Brethren at Cincinnati Lodge #3 F. & A.M.Ten years later you are not forgotten.
Monique Gould
September 12, 2009
Remembering you yesterday, today and always.
Denise Outerbridge & family
September 11, 2009
Pauli, Ken & Kiya, thinking of all of you today. May God continue to keep you in his loving arms. RIP Boyd!
Joanne (Cooper) Hawksford
September 11, 2009
Still thinking of you Boyd. You will never be forgotten.God bless.
Peter Alford
April 19, 2009
I am just finding out of your passing on the day the world was watching. More than seven years after and the pain and sadness is as if it was that day. We didn't know each other well...at all. We met when my family moved to Bermuda in 1971. We were classmates for three years at East End Elementary. I really only remember you from our last year there when our teacher would give us a test each week to rank us in the class. You were always one of the top three students. And that's how I'll remember you...a brilliant human being.
Kanderee Gatton
September 11, 2008
Well uncle it has been seven years, seems like yesterday. I miss you so much, there is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. Love and miss you with all my heart.
Kan
Denise Outerbridge
September 11, 2008
In remembering you on this day, I pray for your soul, and know that Pauline, Kendaree & Rukiya are in my thoughts.
May God continue to bless you all!
Joanne (Cooper) Hawksford
September 11, 2008
Thinking of you, my friend, as I often do. Hoping you're resting in God's smile.
Monique
September 11, 2008
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole that made up you.
Kanderee Gatton
November 14, 2007
Please always remember my uncle, he was the most outstanding person I have ever known. I will always and forever miss him.
Monique
September 11, 2007
Another year has passed yet your spirit remains with me. I still miss you, much.
Kristine
October 31, 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.
P Tabbernor
October 13, 2006
In remembrance....
Murray Keiller
September 11, 2006
I dealt with Boyd when I worked for Deutsche Bank - I was in Scotland and we spoke a lot on the phone. He made an impression and I think of him and his family every year at this time. You were a helpful, warm and friendly person taken from this world well before his time. God bless
LUIS LUCCA
August 17, 2006
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL OF BOYD GATTON'S FAMILY AND FRIENDS. I FELT LIKE I KNEW BOYD FOR SOOO MANY YEARS. MY WIFE REBECCA WORKED CLOSE WITH BOYD AND IS STILL SUFFERING TODAY FROM HIS DEATH. LIKE I SAID I NEVER MET BOYD BUT I WAS PRIVILEGED TO SPEAK TO HIM OFTEN ON THE TELEPHONE. WE OFTEN SPOKE ABOUT COMPUTER TECH STUFF AND WHEN HE HAD SOME TIME TO KILL, WE WOULD JUST SHOOT THE BREEZE AND TELL STUPID JOKES. LIKE I SAID I NEVER MET HIM IN PERSON, BUT I FELT LIKE LOST A DEAR FRIEND!
GOD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS BOYD!
Linda Little
September 9, 2005
Boyd, my cousin, I miss you. All the times we laughed at Grand-daddy's house will never be forgotten and neither will you. Your spirit lives on.
Much love, your cuz,
Linda
Monique
September 10, 2004
I will never forget. At first I remembered you with tears, now as time passes I remember you with laughter and smiles. You remain with me always.
Teresa King (Martin)
October 18, 2003
You will never know how much I admire you. When I was a young girl I had such a crush on you. Your presence always made me smile. I will remember you through Kan, Kia and Pauline (my mom) You are now a gaurdian angel protecting them just as you did when you were here.
With Loving Memories,
Teresa King (Martin)
TINA MARTIN
September 11, 2003
YOUR MEMORY HOLDS DEEP IN MY HEART JUST TO MENTION 9/11 MAKES MY HEART SKIP A BEAT AND BRINGS A TEAR TO MY EYE. THINKING OF THE HURT THAT MY MOM (PAULIE)GOES THROUGH ON A DAILY BASIS TOUCHES ME DEEPLY YOU ARE SORELY MISSED. YOUR FOSTER NIECE TINA
LaWanda Armstrong
September 11, 2003
September 11, 2003
It has been 2 years since your life was taken away for us. The tears still flow as if it was yesterday. You were my first and last student taking a MSCD courses online at QuesTech Institute in GA. Boyd, you believed in us and invested in our school. We no longer have you or the school but I truly believe you’re in heaven teaching classes. Please smile on all of your family and friends that you left behind. You’re our falling Hero and we Miss you so! Rest in peace my brother and I will never forget you! LaWanda Armstrong former CEO/President of QuesTech Institute.
Then shall the dust return to the earth as it was: and the spirit shall return unto God who gave it. Ecclesiastes 12:7
Monique
September 11, 2003
The lessons you helped me learn and your spirit live with me everyday. You will always be missed.
Michael Gordon
September 10, 2003
We miss you. We will not forget !!
Michael Gordon
September 10, 2003
Man I miss you.
Ralph S. Gatton
October 9, 2002
I'm a musician from Iowa. Recently I had the opportunity to play and visit New York. While in NYC I visited ground zero and saw Boyd's name on the list of casualties. Sharing the same last name I felt compelled to write something in your guest book...
My heart goes out to Boyd's family and friends.
Sincerely,
Ralph S. Gatton
Melvin McCoy
October 8, 2002
As professional associates, Boyd and I shared conversations about philosophy and business.
Always a warm and talkative guy.
PAULINE O'CONNOR
September 24, 2002
It is with the most deepest and sincere heartfelt appreciation that I send this greeting to all of Boyd's friends and loved ones.
I am his sister, my name is pauline and I on behalf of my mother and family would like to take this opportunity to say thank you for allowing my baby brother to be someone special in your life.
we lost my sister Sharon seven weeks after Boyd died so you could imagine the double loss we are living with.
But, it is most truly people like yourselves who have made it easy to get through the days.
my baby brother was a phenominal human being and I thank God that I can remember him as a baby as a child as a youth as a man.
I love him even more than ever and he will always be here inside my heart and I will teach my grandchildren and their grandchildren about the gift that graced this earth.
Sweet dreams baby brother.
I will be forever loving you
your sister
pauli
Rukiya O'Connor
September 24, 2002
Boyd's family would like to take this opportunity to thank every one for their thoughts and prayers. It means so much to us to know just how many people were touched by my uncle's life. He was definitely a one in a million. He will be truly missed by everyone who has ever encountered him.
My Uncle was a very kind and gentleperson who loved to take time to make sure that everyone's day was going great. He always knew what to say to put a smile on your face. He could hold a conversation on any topic, because he knew about everything under the sun. As some of you will know, His nick name was "The Professor".
September 11 was a sad day for everyone in the world, not just for the families that lost loved ones. This incident affected everyone in some small way and that day will be remembered forever. Our family is doing fine, taking everything one day at a time. It is difficult knowing that we will never see him again, but it is comforting to know how many friends he has left behind to remember him and keep his spirit alive. My uncle was a very easy person to meet, but he will be a very hard person to forget. Once Boyd A. Gatton made an impression in your life, he was there forever.
Once again, thank you for your comments and prayers, you are also in our prayers.
The Gatton Family
Paul Caleca
September 24, 2002
I'm sorry to hear about your pasting. I knew Boyd when he use to work at Adler, Coleman. He not only was a good worker but a friend has well. You will be missed my friend.
I now work in Jersey City were your name is now craved in granite. You will be remembered to all those who will read your name. God Bless You.
Deana-Marie Gilbert
September 24, 2002
May condolences go out to Rukiyah O'Connor (niece of Boyd) and family Gone but not Forgotten.
Rena Violenes
September 15, 2002
To Boyd's Family and Friends
I only worked with him briefly at FTCI, but found him to be very intelligent and helpful. He would make me laugh and was a very good friend during the short time we shared there. I could talk to him about things other than work, which was great for a person in him position. He was very proud of being a Mason and enjoyed the reunions. I pray for peace of soul and mind for everyone, especially his family. He will be sorely missed.
Rena B. Violenes
MLC
September 11, 2002
Boyd was a great friend and so much more. I can still hear his voice and I know that he is with me always.
Without you here I strive to be all that you saw in me. You are supremely missed.
James Adams
September 11, 2002
My Buddy BG,
He brought so much light and laughter. And over this past year, I saw much that spoke of those who lost their lives so tragically and their importance to friends and family but very little about BG. What a loss to all of us. Be at peace Boyd, and know that those of us who knew you will never forget the joy you brought.
Randy Gatton
September 11, 2002
I never knew Boyd but seem connected because we share the same surname. Prior to living abroad I lived in Charham, NJ and most of my neighbors commuted to NYC every day like Boyd. Chatham lost a number of people in the community on that terrible day in September. I extend my condolences to Boyd's friends and family.
Michael Gordon
September 11, 2002
I will treasure the times we talk in front our homes. Riding the path to the WTC, having a last cigarette before going to our offices and meeting back up on York street. We will never forget the good times!!!!
Opal Littleton
September 10, 2002
You searched for family you never meet and you found us. I'm so thankful that we had the opportunity to share a little of our lives with you and wish it could have been much longer. I knew the first time I meet you that you were a good person and I have no doubt your in heaven with the angels now.
(Until we meet again),
Love, Opal Littleton
Karen Haney
September 10, 2002
Boyd, I was at FTI only briefly, yet you made a lasting impression - private and complex, but also warm and outgoing - a special person. God bless and keep you.
Karen
Johnathan and Alana Rogers
September 10, 2002
Boyd,
May your smile forever be etched in the minds and hearts of those who loved you.
Bermuda's loss is Heaven's gain.
Our love and prayers always,
The Rogers' Family,
Southampton, Bermuda
cindy rhodes
September 7, 2002
What can I say about Boyd that many don't already know. Even now as I think of him I have to smile. We called him "The Professor" at FTC. He was so smart, eager, intelligent, witty, and I came to know his caring and humane side. I was only beginning to come to know him like a brother. He would reach out to my children if they needed help while in school at any time day or night. At work he was so willing to give whatever was necessary to make it easier to get the job done. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Boyd believed that those who can take a life will have to one day be accontable to "THE Giver of Life".To Him I pray to watch over Boyd's family and keep them in His Loving arms.
Jehovah's Blessings Be with you.
Stephen McMillian
August 5, 2002
I did not know Boyd but I am also an African American male who lives in Jersey City.
I am deeply, deeply sorry about this tragic event and what happened to Boyd and all of those other people. What happened on Sept. 11 was an act of cowardliness and pure hatred.
I'd just like to say to Boyd Gatton's family that you have my deepest condolences and I hope that in some way you have comfort in knowing that I, as well as many others, care about the pain and sadness that you and the other relatives and friends of the victims of Sept. 11 are feeling. Feel free to e-mail me. I am here for you whenever you need someone to talk to. God bless.
Love,
Stephen McMillian
[email protected]
kenney cattenhead
July 17, 2002
i never had the pleasure of meeting you but i did have the pleasure of assisting your beautiful family with the final arrangements of your remains you have a beautiful famliy that will always cherished the life you lived and the love you shared , god bless you now and may he continue to strengthen your family and friends.
Devie Phipps
July 9, 2002
To all of you who knew and loved Boyd, you know that he was a special person--kind, gentle, patient. My memories of him will be pleasant. I will miss him.
Angie Campbell
April 26, 2002
May God Bless you and the family and friends that you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in his loving peace..........
John McKeever
March 12, 2002
To Brother Boyd, a Brother Mason. A
man who lived his Masonry by doing good to all, always acting on the square and practicing charity. What better way is there to be remembered.
Yvonne Candis
February 3, 2002
To a man who had become like a brother to me. From the time I met you I knew we would always be friends. You are at peace. May GOD be with us all. You will always be in my heart and in my thoughts and prayers. You are loved and sorely missed.
January 20, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THE FACE OF THIS BEAUTIFUL MAN BOYD A.GATTON AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD
BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA AND THE GOOD PEOPLE OF
BERMUDA.MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01.
MAY HE BE WITH THE CARPENTER JESUS
TODAY..AMEN
Monique
January 1, 2002
I dedicate this to you for you are thought of everyday by those of us left without you:
YOU'VE NEVER BEEN WITH YOU
How can you know how special you are
when you've never been with you.
And how could you have known
the ease of our first hello
would transform the gloomy shadows of aloneness
into the heartwarming splendor of togetherness.
Yes, the stirring passion your love brings
delights me, excites me.
So to you I pledge all that I am
knowing without, I have little to give.
Dearest
if only you knew how special you are
but, then again...
you've never been with you.
(by Sophia Litman)
Teresa Jahn
January 1, 2002
We are deeply sorry for your loss of Boyd. May his ability to make friends, his life and love live on in those who love him. 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
Kindra Robinson
October 19, 2001
I will keep you and your family in prayer.
October 17, 2001
Boyd was a much appreciated and respected client. He will be missed. I last saw Boyd in July as he gave a presentation to a large assembly. He was a warm and giving person and his good nature drew many to him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Although I only knew Boyd on a professional basis, his warm personality shined through.
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