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Frederic Han Obituary
One night a few years ago, Frederic K. Han called Craig Flinn to go out, but Mr. Flinn was taking his wife out for their anniversary. "In the course of the conversation he asked, `Where are you going?' and I told him," Mr. Flinn said.
"And sure enough," he added, "when we sit down, the maître d' comes over with a fabulous bottle of wine, a gift of the Emperor, as he liked to be called."
Douglas Park became friends with Mr. Han, 45, after meeting him at a wedding. "My idea was one day I'd open up a restaurant and he'd be the perfect maître d'," he said. "He would be a friend with every guest who came through the door."
Bruce Kim, whose sister married Mr. Han, said that as a senior vice president at Cantor Fitzgerald, Mr. Han had to be at work at 7 a.m., but would call his son, Eric, 11, around 7:30.
"Each and every morning he called him. His last words would always be, `I love you, have a good day, be a good boy, and take care of Mom.'"
"I think that kind of like says it all," Mr. Kim said. "He was a man, he was a father and he was a husband, and he said it every morning."
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DJ
August 13, 2024
Freddy loved to talk about big trades he did. Pulling his suspenders and snapping them saying "Freddy goes big and then goes home" He had a great smile and would do outstanding brokerage in interest rate swaps with one of the best brokers Robin his great friend on the other side. I had a front row seat and both were like characters out of an Oliver Stone movie. If you ever went out with him he was bright but also fun. I miss you Freddy and how much bigger than life you truly were.
September 11, 2020
May your soul RIP
Deborah Thorlby-Hall
March 8, 2018
Both my husband and I visited the memorial site today, what a wonderful place to remember such a dreadful tragedy. I didn't know you but seen your birthday rose and thought of you ever since. RIP Frederic and god bless you & your family x
Kristine
November 2, 2006
As I 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.
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P Tabbernor
October 29, 2006
In remembrance....
karrol sampson
September 12, 2006
may you rest in peace,
J Ng
September 11, 2003
We'll NEVER forget.
God bless.
seikeun ahn
September 23, 2002
In my memory, you were one of the warmest people I have ever met, and I am what I am because you were there for me. You really took good care of me, and I thought you were my big brother. I wished I could get a chance to pay you back someday, but God took you in his hand before I got the chance. That makes me really sad. I might be such a coward to show up to your family and say " I am sorry" right now. I pray that your family find peace and be able to cope with such horrendous tragedy.
Angie Campbell
April 30, 2002
Rest in peace..........forever more.
Christine France
February 1, 2002
I am so saddened by the loss of Freddie. He was one of my first mentors back in 92. I always thought it was endearing how he introduced me to people as "his little sister"....and as I got older.. "his kid sister". The world is very different now, especially without Fred. I am sure Fred is watching all of us and when things get brighter, he'll laugh that incredible laugh with us. His family is in my prayers.
love,
Chrissy France
January 30, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG MAN FREDERIC KIM HAN AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..AMEN
J.P. Borland
January 20, 2002
I miss you very much Fred .I still find it hard to believe I will never see you again or hear the famous Han booming laugh. I think of you all the time,I will never forget you,Ming. Love JPB
Teresa Jahn
December 30, 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
Paul McVeety
December 17, 2001
Freddy you were one of the best. The cigars, the cocktails, your big smile and even bigger laugh .. I appreciate everything you ever did for me..I will never forget you my friend... God bless you and your family..
Susan Stehlik
October 29, 2001
I was the head of Personnel at Nippon Credit Bank when Fred worked there. Please accept my sincerest condolences. I didn't know how to contact you, but was thankful for this medium to at least relay my message and let you know I will hold Fred and his family in my prayers.
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