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Kiran Gopu Obituary
No matter what cellular telephone plan he had, Kiran Gopu exceeded the limit of allowable calls. He talked to his friends constantly, and when his younger sister, Deepa, came to the United States from India, he called her every day.
As a foreign graduate student studying at the University of Bridgeport for his master's degree in computer science, thousands of miles from his home in southern India, Mr. Gopu, 25, was intent on maintaining ties with his friends. When his former roommate Vamshidhar Velpula did not get into the graduate school of his choice, Mr. Gopu applied to Bridgeport for him.
"I was really down when the schools rejected me," Mr. Velpula said, "but Kiran told me `You shouldn't be down.' "
As a roommate, Mr. Velpula could say candidly that Mr. Gopu "wasn't a perfect human being." But he said that what most characterized his friend was his pursuit of personal advancement. Mr. Gopu practiced meditation and read widely. He was devoted to classical Indian music. And he studied hard. His plans started to come together in August when he was hired by Marsh & McLennan as a software engineer.
"His dream was to work at the World Trade Center," said Deepa Gopu. "He called me to say, `You wouldn't know how it feels to be at the financial center of the world.' "
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AJ
September 11, 2015
My thoughts are with your family today
Madan
September 11, 2011
10 years passed by, but every sep-11 reminds me of your sudden loss and how much your family miss you. Rest in Peace.
muralidhar singu
September 11, 2011
Kiran Reddy, whereever you are may your soul rest in peace.
September 10, 2011
10 years today. How many memories would we have had together in these 10 years. Miss you so so much. My heart aches so much. Love you and may god give all the peace.
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September 10, 2011
we miss u . . .
Satish Dwarsala
September 10, 2011
Raghu Sagili
September 9, 2011
I live in Jacksonville,FL. I met Kiran just days before the attack. I still had his message on my voice mail box. Unfortunate and Cruel. A young man who worked hard and about to enjoy the fruits of his hard work suddenly disappeared. I couldn't stop tears when I heard the news. I was in Connecticut at that time.
AO3(AW) Proctor
September 9, 2011
I am apart of the worlds greatest NAVY, and today we had a 5K run in honor of the fallen and the 9/11 victims. We recieved name tags for the victims and I recieved Kirans name and wanted to see who I was running in honor of today. After reading a little about this great man, our personalities are much the same. To the family, sorry for your great loss, because of this tragic day that Kiran lost his life, his sacrifice gave America the warning that we needed to act before another tragedy like this happend on American soil. Kiran Reddy Gopu, gone, but not forgotten. I will take a moment of silence in your honor today.
January 20, 2011
Wish you were here today. Something that i really need to talk to you about...Of all the people that I know, the first one I thought was you and only you, no one else...If only life can rewind
deepa
January 20, 2011
Wish you were here today. Something that i really need to talk to you about...Of all the people that I know, the first one I thought was you and only you, no one else...If only life can rewind
Deepa Gopu
September 22, 2010
Remembering you a lot today annayya.Miss you so badly. There are some things I can share only with you and wish you were here today.
subba reddy gopu
September 11, 2010
kiranwhereever you are may your sole rest in peace. we never forget you.
Satish Reddy
September 14, 2009
Kiran Reddy, whereever you are may your soul rest in peace. Your are a hero!
Sivarama Reddy Gudur
September 12, 2008
My deep Condolences to Deepa and family.
Padma Reddy
September 11, 2008
May your soul rest in peace. May God Bless your family and give enough strength and support!
Always in rememberance
brian haisch
March 13, 2008
rest in peace
Satish Reddy
December 27, 2007
Mr.Kiran Reddy Gopu,you are the most wonderful person I've ever met.May your soul rest in peace.God bless you.
September 11, 2007
My deep condolences to deepa and her family
July 28, 2007
My heart goes out to your family.
Deepa Gopu
February 16, 2007
Annaya Please please read this message..We miss you..My life is incomplete without you..Please do come back
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 23, 2006
In remembrance....
Naresh Guvva
May 29, 2004
Kiran Anna,
I watched you so closely from my school days in Proddatur that I cant imagine that you are nomore. Deepa All I can say is just be bold and take life as it comes.
Amit Khare
September 11, 2003
Dear Kiran, You were a wonderful person, wherever you are, be happy and keep spreading happiness as you always did. Warm Regards, Amit
viswam paturu
September 11, 2002
deepu we are very much grieved. nee annayya
ekkadikki poledu nee mannasulone unnadu.nee swaasa lone atanu nindi uunnadu.donot worry. we are all for u. ur uncle.
Shad Haque
September 11, 2002
God bless Kiran.
May God give more strenght and happiness to Kiran Gopu's sister. God bless.
deepa gopu
August 29, 2002
annayya, we love you... hope u can read this... I want you back... You know i keep reading this site and i will keep posting messages on thid untill you reply to me....annayya i love you...you are in my every thought and moment...annayya, thondarag araa...please annayya...I miss you so much
Sai
August 20, 2002
My heart goes out to you brother and all the indians who crossed thousands of miles in search of great career in this beautiful land of opportunities..
your life didnt have to end like this, but i know you are enjoying the serenity of heaven. just watch us brother...
god bless you & your Strong-willed family
Jagadeesh Deva
April 30, 2002
I wish I had called you on the night of sept'10 from JFK....We miss you....
Angie Campbell
April 26, 2002
May you rest in peace..........
Carolyn Cocola
April 9, 2002
Kiran, May you have peace and eternal rest. Your family loved you deeply, you will be truly missed. It has been a great honor to speak with Suresh and Deepa. God Bless, Carolyn.
Krishna Kishore
March 11, 2002
May your soul rest in peace and you are with us forever.
Annayya.....I love you
Deepa Gopu
March 10, 2002
Annayya, We are still waiitng for you....Please come back.....We love you....
deepa gopu
February 11, 2002
annayya...I love you...please read this message and come back to us
January 26, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON KIRAN REDDY GOPU 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.,.GOD BLESS
THE GOOD PEOPLE FROM CONNECTICUT.AMEN
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
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