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Laura Longing Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 17, 2001.

Laura M. Longing, 35, of Pearl River, New York, an assistant vice president with Marsh USA.

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S J. Friscia III

May 18, 2014

In Memory
With Honor & Respect.

September 11, 2013

Remembered

Marian Griffin

September 10, 2013

When I was a child growing up on Secor Blvd in Pearl River I was lucky enough to become best friends with Laura's older sister, Peggy when they lived up the street from my family and we became almost inseparable. I adored Laura who we called, "Little Laura" as she tagged after us with her blonde curls. She was the cutest little girl that I had ever seen. I loved her and her family. I will always remember her in this way as this is how I knew her. My prayers and blessings go to her family at this time of the year and always. Much love to the Pettis family always~~

Marian

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Marian Griffin

September 10, 2013

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Marian Griffin

September 10, 2013

September 11, 2011

I had the pleasure of working with Laura in the New Jersey Johnson and Higgins/Marsh Offices. Laura was an extremely hardworking and intelligent woman. Occasionally we would go out to lunch and we would discuss family etc..I had two young children at the time and she and Chris hadn't had children. She would say I don't think I ever going to have children and I would say of course you will in due time. Of course she went on to have her boys and was very sadly seperated from them. She wanted those children more then anything. Laura was a very special person and I know her spirit with live on through her children.

Daniela "Buffy" Valmer

September 11, 2011

In Memory: Laura Pettus:
I remember when your sister Peggy was injured and paralyzed, while we were growing up. We were carefully when we went swimming at Teresa W. house.
I remember playing marco polo at Teresa's W house and always losing, because you caught me opening my eyes.
I remember playing spoon (card game) with Teresa W., Karen L and you at my house, Karen's and yours. I learned to tolerate spicy foods. Again, I always lost.
I remember playing contact sports with you in middle school and practicing soccer at your house. You mentioned to "Listen" to coach's instructions. You were right. I did have a problem. I have a mild to moderate hearing loss and lost my childhood because I couldn't hear what people were saying. I wear hearing aids now. It's sad, that they took me off the team because of my eyesight, instead of dealing with my hearing loss. You were wise beyond your years at this time. I received hearing aids when I was 22 and 25.
I remember in middle school when we had to create a project for Mr. K and we were at the bus stop and you asked me about mine and I said in my bag. I was ashamed because I didn't even try. You were very talented and artistic at this age.
I remember competing with you for Pat G's attention and he liked you better. (it was your smile, friendly manner and outgoing personality). Then I wrote a stupid letter out of jealousy. I hope and pray you forgive me. I was only thirteen.
Kick the can, hide and seek, red light, green light, Mother may I etc. will always be in my memories. We were neighborhood kids who graduated in the same year. Thank you for making middle school tolerable for me. I felt like I belonged somewhere, because I didn't belong anywhere in high school. I know this is long, but it's the ten year anniversary of your death. I don't want to remember how you died (it's too sad for me to go there), but how you lived and how you influence my life. Thank you.

Doug Abraham

May 3, 2009

Happy Birthday!!!

Doug Abraham

May 3, 2008

Happy Birthday!!!

Doug Abraham

May 3, 2007

Happy Birthday!!!

Cassandra

January 25, 2007

I didn't know you, Laura, while you were alive... but the things I know now.. inspire me.... you were strong and full of courage... motivated and good... I feel blessed to know your memory and.... when I get to Heaven... I would love to meet you for a drink and share some laughs....

P Tabbernor

December 12, 2006

In memory....

Kristine

October 30, 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.

Dorothy Maguire

September 13, 2006

It's now five years later and I still miss you everyday...

Until we meet again,

Dorothy

Christine Duggan ( Stolecki)

September 11, 2003

To the Pettus and Longing Families,

I knew Laura growing up in school and playing softball together. I remember her laughter and smile and the joy people felt when they were in her presence. My prayers are with you now and always for your great loss. I know that her 2 boys are lovingly being watched by their mother who has always been their angel.

Love and light to all of you,

Christine (Duggan) Stolecki

grew up in Pearl River, NY

currently reside in Paramus, NJ

ROSE MARKHAM

September 14, 2002

I RECEIVED YOUR NAME AT A 911 CEREMONY AT CHENEY STADIUM IN TACOMA, WASHINGTON. I HAVE LEFT A DONATION IN YOUR NAME. YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES ARE IN MY PRAYERS DAILY. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.

Maureen Blair

September 11, 2002

Dear Annemarie, Kevin and family, You are very dear to us and we are with you in spirit from across the country and from Sicily. We hope that the love of family and friends will bring comfort to you.

Love,

Maureen, Heather & Isaac

The Dowd Family

September 10, 2002

To the Longing and Pettis family: Our love and prayers go out to you every day. We hope God grants you the strength to get through the hard times, and to always remember Laura for the happiness she brought to our lives.

Patricia Marsalisi-Pope

September 9, 2002

Our brothers were best friends, you were in the same grade as my sister, I saw you at my house once & in school. I was 2 grades below you. On Sept 11, when I heard you were in the tower, I instantly pictured you, although I had not laid eyes on you in over a decade. now I think of you constantly & your face is embedded in my mind as if we were best friends instead of our brothers. I pray for your family constantly. you will never be forgotten

September 4, 2002

I remember the day that you told me you were going to marry Chris, even before your first date, when we all worked together at such a young age. You told me you surely believed in love at first sight and when you saw him for the first time you felt a way that you never felt before. I remember the first day the two of you first held hands, and it was clear you two were meant for eachother, both of you could not stop smiling. I remember that so clear, like it was yesterday. So many people in this world never experience true love and you were so fortunate to find Chris and have your two beautiful boys. I know you will live on in them Laura, and in Chris. You will be their guardian angel always. I know there must be a better place and your just up there early setting everything up for Chris and your family so everything will be perfect when you are joined together again.

Take care, my friend........You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers always.

Pat Di Vasto

September 1, 2002

I never knew you Laura, but your sister Peggy worked at our school for awhile. I always pray for Chris and the boys (I know you are heaven praying for us!).

There are two pine trees that stand as part of the 9-11 memorial at the front of our school and I always think of your sons when I look at the trees and say a prayer for the boys, including your husband Chris who I hear loved you very much.

Wendy Blackledge

August 14, 2002

I havn't seen Laura since I was a kid. I grew up in Pearl River. Wendy O'Connell.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Pettus family, and the Longings.

God Bless you all!

Angie Campbell

May 4, 2002

May God Bless you and keep you always.

Margie Raboni

April 4, 2002

to the longing family and the Pettis family members. Laurawill forever be remembred in our hearts. her candle was exstinguished on 9-11 . but the afterglow lives in the life of her two beautiful boys. she nowresides in the arms of the angels. I thank God for the miricale of knowing Laura. I'll miss your smile and our talks. With loving tribute to you my friend always margie raboni

Jackie McCracken-Houck

March 7, 2002

To Chris, the baby boys, and the Pettus Family:

When I think of Laura, her LAUGH and SMILE are what I remember most.

May God bless ... I am very sorry for your loss.

February 25, 2002

DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL YOUNG WOMAN LAURA M.LONGING AND MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01.MAY GOD GREET YOU WITH ALL HIS SAINTS AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN

Eileen McDowell (Lync)

January 14, 2002

May you rest in peace. Our thoughts and prays are with Chris and the kids.
Love
Eye

Teresa Jahn

December 24, 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

Susan Lankford

December 2, 2001

Through the Marsh Mac Family Fund I have become aware of your loss. I am praying that God will continue to console and comfort you through this difficult time.

Sarah and George Lennon

November 24, 2001

We wish to send our condolences to the Longing family. We are cousins of the Creegans in Moyvane, Co. Kerry, and we were sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our prayers.

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