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Hector Tirado Obituary
Of his three jobs, Hector Tirado Jr. liked firefighting work the best. A former emergency medical technician, he was lured to the New York Fire Department less than two years ago by the excitement and the opportunity to help people, said his uncle, Robert Tirado.
The divorced father of five children, Mr. Tirado, 30, also worked as a waiter and, occasionally, as a model. His latest shoot was posing in casual clothes for a Latino firefighters calendar that was due out sometime this year.
His uncle said, "I'd walk on the street with him in the summer and the girls would give him their number."
Mr. Tirado, who lived in the Bronx and was a member of Engine 23 in Manhattan, did not shy away from the attention, but was blasé about it, his uncle said.
His main focus was to support his children ‹ a 7-year-old daughter and four boys, ages 11, 10, 6 and 5 ‹ who lived in Ohio with their mother. Mr. Tirado visited them every month, and they spent summers with him in the city.
"As long as it's legitimate and I make money for my children," he told his uncle about the modeling, "I don't care."
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Rosa Lara
September 13, 2024
Hola my name is Rosa Lara today I did the tunnel to tower 5k walk for the first time in Columbia South Carolina..in honor of Hector Tirado Jr..
Patricia, Kevin and Grace Beham
September 11, 2024
Patricia, Kevin and Grace Beham
September 11, 2024
Patricia, Kevin and Grace Beham
September 11, 2024
Remembering Hector Tirado. We are from Toledo, Ohio, and remember him every year, as was requested in the photo on the World Trade Center temporary wall in 2001.
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Agnes Rivera
September 11, 2019
I remember you from throgsneck as a young boy with a paper route. Always smiling and very dependable I always had my newspaper. Rest in peace my friend and I will never forget you.
The Lucas Family
November 8, 2018
Sending our heartfelt condolences to your family. Words will never remove the pain of loss but they do show that others still do care after all of this time. May God continue to give the strength needed (Ps.94:19) to cope with such a very sad loss. Hector will always be greatly missed. May the time finally come when these kinds of violence will no longer exist.
Roberto Tirado
July 8, 2017
A;ways loving you..your birthday yesterday...I recall when you were born....miss you siempre...Uncle Robert
Another Time Another Place
July 7, 2017
Happy Birthday Hector! You are always in my thoughts. You will never be forgotten.
Another Time Another Place
July 7, 2017
Happy Birthday Hector! You are always in my thoughts. You will never be forgotten.
September 13, 2016
May God richly bless your family with unyielding peace and comfort the hearts of those who suffer in your absence. You are remembered with respect and your sacrifice honored. We will never forget. May you rest eternal in the arms of a loving God
Ryan Rodriguez
September 11, 2015
Today at school were given ribbons with victims names and I was given Hectors, as I wore it all day I felt as if he was with me when I discovered who he was and what he did it was as if he was my hero for the day as I'm sure he is yours.
Keith Smith
September 11, 2015
Rest in peace sir. You will not be forgotten. My K9 partner TTirado and I will continue to honor your name.
Robert Tirado
August 28, 2015
I miss you more than words can say.
Christina Loza
August 27, 2015
On Sept 5th 2015, my husband, Hector, will climb in your honor at the San Deigo 911 Memorial Stair Climb.
Linda Burgo
August 19, 2015
I have never met you Hector, but on September 5th I will climb to honor you for the third year in a row at the San Diego Memorial Stair Clmb. You will forever be in my heart. Not forgotten.
Linda Burgo
Fiona Anderson
May 27, 2015
From Scotland I want to send our love and thoughts to your family! Each time we visit NYC we find your name on the memorial round the waterfall! It's at this spot we remember the terrible tragedy! We also thank you and your colleagues for your bravery! I am sure you are looking down on your family proud of all that they do xxx
Robert Tirado
September 12, 2014
Blessings always from your uncle and family....
Keith Smith
September 11, 2014
Another year has gone by and there's not a day that passes that your name is not spoken by me. My K9 partner Ttirado is still upholding your name and you would be proud of him. As of May this year we have transferred from Honolulu to Indianapolis. With us on the mainland, there is going to be much more travel opportunities for special events. I definately would like to bring him to your firehouse if we ever have a detail to NYC but my open invitation is always available for any friend or family member of yours if they would ever like to meet him. We are stationed out is the Indianapolis International Airport. He has the most up beat loving personality much of what I have read about you. Thank you once again for your sacrifice sir! [email protected]
Jeanette Gause
September 11, 2014
Hello my friend,I know your smiling down from heaven at all your beautiful children & saying to yourself, WoW, I'm to young to be a grandfather; well, lol. I was saying the same thing, we all are to young to be grandparents. I miss you Handsome, continue to S.I.P. You'll never be forgotten! Love you
Reinaldo Tirado
May 2, 2014
Years have gone NEVER Forget, my Brother
I born in the Bronx now in long Island,6 years volunteer fire fighter, Honor Guard Commander, and honored to share the same last name. Rest my Brother
Roberto Tirado
September 13, 2013
As time goes by, I still have you in my thoughts and prayers. I always knew that you were special to all of us; but to me, most of all because of your sincerity, your wisdom, and your unconditional love for me as your uncle. Even when I chastised you at times for something you may said or done, you always came back to me with a gift or just to tell me you loved me. How can I ever forget that? 9/11 is just an anniversary: you are with me 365 days a year. Your uncle, Roberto Tirado...."whatever, whatever"....
Nicky
September 11, 2013
I still and always will remember you. Rest In Peace dear Hector
Explosive Detection K-9 Ttirado working at the Honolulu International Airport.
Keith Smith
June 18, 2013
Aloha
My name is Keith Smith and I am an explosive detection canine handler. For those unfamiliar with the TSA K9 program, dogs that have been bred within the agency follow a naming system where each puppy is named after a hero of the 9/11 tragedy.
On November 23, 2009 the “T” litter was born and an amazing male black labrador retriever was bestowed with the name Ttirado (The double T is part of the naming system). This dog was named in honor of Hector Tirado Jr.
Ttirado moved from the puppy program into formal training and in March of 2012 I was assigned and paired with Ttirado. Ttirado is now a fully graduated K9 working at the Honolulu International Airport as a Passenger Screening Canine. Ttirado's job is to detect explosives amongst the people and luggage transitioning through the airport. Ttirado works to keep the traveling public safe and prevent another tragedy like 9/11.
Ttirado has an excellent nose for detecting explosives and excels at his training. At home, he has a wonderful personality. He is a very energetic guy with a charismatic loving personality in the office. Every handler loves giving him attention and he loves giving it right back.
I am not only honored to be working with such a great partner but I am also honored to uphold the name he bestows. I have researched what I could about Hector Tirado Jr. on the internet and he apparently was a great charismatic guy, a loving father, and a real hero for our country.
Hector, I wanted to let you know of his namesake and that every time I speak or see my partners name, I am reminded of the ultimate sacrifice you made for this country.
If anybody from the Tirado family or Engine 23 would like to contact me, I would gladly like to share more information about my partner. I can be reached at [email protected].
Caleb Gross
September 19, 2012
My name is Caleb Gross, I'm in the academy in Austin, Texas. On September 11, 2012 I carried dogtags with your name and engine on them while me and the other cadets in the academy with me did the 110 stairs in your memory. We owe you for so much, thank you. We'll never forget.
Teresa Iglesias
September 11, 2012
Hey Hector, another year but in essence time stood still since that tragic day in 2001..we miss you just as much as we did that first day, my prayers are still with you and your family....Rest in Peace brother!!!!
Melissa Stephens
February 29, 2012
I didn't know you. I wish I could have, I have had the opportunity to meet one of your sons. I saw his tattoo in memory of you and I asked him what had happened. I could see the love in his eyes when he spoke about you, but I could also see the pain and the hurt of losing you. He said how great of a man you were and a fighter. I wish I would have had the opportunity to meet you, because if your son is anything like you, then you were one amazing man.
Anthony Perez
September 14, 2011
Tirado Family,
I am a member of the Charlotte Fire Department in North Carolina. On Sunday September 11, 2011 our fire department hosted a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. Our 343 FDNY brothers were honored and remembered by climbers carrying their picture up 110 stories. It was my honor to climb along with Hector, it was b/c of him and 342 other firefighters that I do what I do today. We didn't climb on Sunday to show our strength or for glory, we climbed for all those who like Hector made the ultimate sacrifice trying to save as many people as possible. I would like you to know that even though I didn't know Hector, through these messages I've been able to see the kind of man he was and how loved he was. It was an honor for me to carry his picture, I hope that I have made him, your family and his crew from Engine 23 proud.
Respectfully,
FF Anthony Perez
Charlotte Fire Dept
aurora tirado-de gonzalez
September 11, 2011
sorry for lost.
Ed Anderton
September 11, 2011
Dear Hec,
This is Ed Anderton, we go back to days of growing up in Throggs Neck Houses. I just want to let you know I paid close attention to the 9/11 memorial just to see your name and face. I just want to let you know, that you are well represented by the community you called home. ED, REDD, SANDY, THE TWINS, MOE. ONE LUV
Ernest Reyes
September 11, 2011
Hector has impacted many lives he has shown me what it is to be responsible, reliable, and trusted friend. Thank you Hector you will be missed but never forgotten.
Nancy Harmon
September 10, 2011
To the Tirado family my prayers to you all on this anniversary. Hector will never be forgotten! He was a hero before 911. Thank you Hector for loving Jennifer like your sister! A hero forever and never forgotten.
Jess M
September 10, 2011
To the family of Hector Tirado Jr., I didn't know Hector or anything but I recently read that he attended my school (Borough of Manhattan Community College). I was sadden that a fellow BMCC student died in the attacks but somehow proud to go to the same school as a hero! I will never forget what Hector or the other heroes did that day! Thank you Hector for the sacrifice that you did that day!
Tara (Johnson) French
September 10, 2011
10 years, seems like yesterday. When I heard you were a victim of this attack I couldn't stop crying. when I looked at your picture today the tears came right back. It's so unreal to think of what you endured in those moments. Just know you were a blessing to those you helped and a great dad to your child and awesome brother to you siblings. Continue to rest in Paradise.
ashley tirado
September 10, 2011
hey cuzzo!! i just wanted to let you know that i miss you and i stay in contact with your kids threw fb..we all miss you but we all know that you are watching over us..and we will all be together very soon..te amo mucho.
Tee
September 5, 2011
Hey Hector,
I just want you to know that You are my inspiration. When times get really tough I think about you and your smile and I know that I will make it. You give me that strength to go on. I miss you and Luv you so much. Until the next time we meet. You are Always on my mind and will forever be in my heart.
Kassandra Tirado
May 5, 2011
Hey Tio Hector I miss you even though I was only 2 years old when you past I still I wish you could see me now I really think you were a inspiration to The whole Tirado family and the world whole family .You know what when ever my teachers ask me who is my inspiration I tell them it is my uncle and you are the greatest person and most thoughtful person I ever met I guess met becuase you know I dont emember but you the ironic thing is I remember your smile always cheerful.
isaac moran
May 1, 2011
Today i heard the news that Osama bin Laden was killed by our American troops. Thought of you and my little brother U.S
Marine Pfc Andres Moran . May you both rest in peace.
Kat
January 2, 2011
Mr. Hector Tirado I recently went to the Ground Zero site and bought a braclet with your name on i. I give thanks for the sacrifice you made to help all who were fortunate enought. Thank you and you and your family are in my prayers
September 10, 2010
To the family of Hector Tirado , I was an Aux. officer with Hector at P.S.A 8 before he became a firefighter.I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing on 9-11. My memories of him are of him always smiling and laughing, He was always in a good mood and talked of his family when ever we talked. I will never forget him.
Isaac Moran Jr.
Michael
April 2, 2010
Hector you are in my thoughts. I recently met your father at a local diner in The Bronx while I was working EMS (assigned to FDNY EMS Battalion 20). He is very proud of you!
Sean Eaton
September 12, 2009
To the family of Hector, my name is Sean and I'm a fellow firefighter brother from Louisville, CO. For the past two years I've participated in the 9/11 memorial stair climb in Denver Colorado. This year I carried around my neck a picture of you son to honor him and remember all of those we lost that day. My heart goes out to you all and know that your son will always be honored and will never be forgotten.
P.O Velazquez
September 11, 2009
Hector You are in my thoughts and in my heart I miss you very much. My heart hurts everytime i think about our last conversation.You are a great person and god is lucky to have you.
September 11, 2009
july 7th 1971 was hectors birthday. happy birthday my beautiful cousin. i know that u r proviiding many smiles up there in heaven. i love u.
Jeanette Gause
July 8, 2009
Happy Birthday Hector up in heaven! I miss you, I'm planning a trip back home & I always remember running into you, & you always giving me a big hug! :)
Roberto Tirado
July 8, 2009
Happy Birthday in Heaven, my loving nephew Hector. My next record will have a song dedicated to you, "Have You Forgotten?" I miss you and think of you almost every day. My blessings always.
Love your uncle,
Roberto Tirado
[email protected] - my email for those friends and family who remember my nephew Hector.
Doug Abraham
July 7, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
Hector Luis Tirado III
November 14, 2008
I miss you papi! there's not a day thats goes by that I wake up and not think about you and I can't stop thinking about every time I looked at you and thought to myself "I want to be just like that when I grow up". well your be proud of me right now....love you always...your oldest son
kristine
November 11, 2008
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.
Robert Tirado
September 12, 2008
My beloved nephew Hector. Yesterday, 9/11, they were reading the names on the anniversary. I was at work and a co-worker came to my office and said she saw when they said your name and showed your picture on TV. She said she prayed for you and that you resembled me! I had to close my door and grieve for you quietly for awhile. My love for you is eternal.
Uncle Robert Tirado
Hector Jr & cousin Julian January 2001
September 12, 2008
Elizabeth peralta
September 10, 2008
Hector, I cannot believe it still that you are no longer with us. I remember sitting in class with you at BMCC you helped me with my math and i helped you with your spanish and italian (ps i still cant do math) i remember how happy you were always and how you tried to convince me to join the FDNY too. I still remember the last time we spoke you were so happy about your recent trip to italy and how great your kids were. you were such a hard worker i couldnt believe how you were able to work three jobs and go to school. i remember how proud you were of your little girl especially since was your little princess. i still remember your beanie baby yankee game story. I miss you so much Hector your friendship meant so much to me. i wish you were still here, i cannot believe that you are gone. my prayers are always with you and your family. i will never forget you, not a day goes by that i do not think about you or your kids. as i go to work in the mornings i am always reminded of you each time i look at ground zero. i know you are gone but in a way you are still here because each time we think of you i believe that is your way of showing us that you are still here. you will never be forgotten. God bless.
Elizabeth
Doug Abraham
July 7, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
My Nephew Hector Tirado-We Miss you..
April 7, 2008
You Uncle Who Loves & Misses You, Robert Tirado
Robert Tirado
April 6, 2008
I miss you Hector, more than words can say..I still have all the gifts you gave me throughout your brief life, your letters from Panama, your pictures, even some messages on my answering machine. I know many people loved you, and myself as your uncle on your dad's side, my memory of you is always present. It's been 6 years since I last saw you: you came to my apartment a week before 9/11 and I found you sleeping on my sofa. I kissed your forehead before I left for work not knowing I'd never see you alive again. Rest in peace forever. Remember when I sang to you "Toujours Avec Moi" and you had tears in your eyes. I will never forget that day. I will always love you.
Uncle Robert Tirado
Dan Wilcox
April 1, 2008
As a fellow firefighter I salute Hector and great bravery. To his kids I wish you to be proud all your lives of a man who put others first. God's speed buddy and thanks.
WALTER Chiavacci
January 18, 2008
HEY BROTHER IT IS THE YEAR 2008 AND WE STILL HAVEN'T FORGOT THAT TERRIBLE DAY TO UWERE THE REAL HERO THAT DAY AND YOU WILL ALWAY'S BE REMEMBERD
henry tirado
January 2, 2008
well i want to say hector was one of my best nephews you could ever have i lived with him for a short time . he was always talking to me about what he wanted for his kids, you are my hero hector, i always talk about you to everybody. i love you always uncle henry peace
Mike Ramon
September 11, 2007
My dear Friend Hector,
Another year has pasted and the memories of the laughs and fun we had still are with me. Thank you for being such a great guy. For accepting me in your life and in your heart. You were and are a true hero. My hat is off to you my friend. God Bless your children, I know your are watching over them from above. Mike
JEANETTE PRAYLOW GAUSE
September 11, 2007
HECTOR:
TODAY IS ANOTHER YEAR THAT HAS WENT BY, KNOWING THAT YOU ARE NOT HERE WITH US ON EARTH BUT YOU ARE DEFINITELY HERE IN OUR HEARTS. WE ALL THANK YOU FOR SACRIFICING YOUR LIFE TO SAVE OTHERS. I'LL NEVER FORGET YOU, YOU'LL ALWAYS BE A FRIEND IN MY HEART. GOD LOVES YOU AND JESUS WAS READY FOR YOU TO COME ON HOME...
LOVE ALWAYS AND FOREVER, YOUR FRIEND JEANETTE
P Tabbernor
April 2, 2007
In memory....
Lauren Owen
March 11, 2007
Dear Hector--
I never got to meet you, as much as i wish i had. I have spent alot of time with your family in the past year. I am good friends with your children, especially Ashley. She's my best friend. I love your family, and i know that you are loved very much by so many people.
From what i have been told, you were an amazing father and i know that nobody will ever forget you.
God Bless You && your family.
NANCY SANCHEZ
September 12, 2006
DEAREST HECTOR,
IT'S BEEN 5 YEARS SINCE YOU LEFT AND YOU ARE CONSTANTLY ON MY MIND. YOU ARE MISSED TREMENDOUSLY!
TO HIS FAMILY I WILL CONTINUE TO KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS.
Ariel C
September 11, 2006
i would never forget hector he help me get my first real job in UPS,he also told the managers that i was his cousin, and that meant a lot to me.hopefully i will become a fire man and continue hector's legacy in the fdny.
Jeanette Praylow Gause
September 2, 2006
HECTOR:
I think about the times we and the whole family spend together at the barbeque you and your wife threw all the time, we had so much fun growing up together; I can't believe its been five years since you went away, just seeing your face, when I went back home to visit, made it just that much more sweeter, our families will always be together no matter where we are! God Bless You! Your friend forever,
Jeanette Praylow Gause
asha conde
April 14, 2006
Man when i found out that you had passed away all i could do was cry i felt for Ashley,hector,and davon and denzel,and ronald and shaneque to i know i didnt know you all that well but that doesnt mean that i cant love my cousin i know all of the kids are going crazy because they lost there father. They miss you so much.All i can Say is god bless you and i love you and we will meet up again one day i love you. Asha,Robert,Valerie Conde
NANCY SANCHEZ
September 11, 2005
DEAREST HECTOR,
IT HAS BEEN 4 YEARS SINCE YOU LEFT BUT YOU ARE OFTEN IN MY THOUGHTS. I REALLY WISHED THAT I HAD GOTTEN TO KNOW YOU BETTER. EVERYTIME I COME ACROSS THE STREET WE MET I LOOK AROUND HOPING YOU WERE THERE. I AM SURE WE WILL MEET AGAIN! YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY PRAYERS AND HEART.
Angie Tirado
July 4, 2005
Dearest Hector,
Today is July the 4th, a day to fly our American flag and to remember all of our heroes! You are my hero! Your birthday will be here soon, 7-7 and I will celebrate your life as you would have wanted me to. I miss you daily, and that smile of yours most of all.
All of my love, prayers and kisses,
Angie
lisa tollens
May 20, 2005
to my beloved cousin,
we grew up together and went through rough times but u always had a smile u always saw the silver lining. thanks for being there 4 me after the fire u r and always will be my hero i love u.
lisa
Jennifer Attanasio
September 12, 2004
Hector,
We worked together for a short time in EMS and I think about you and Sean often. I pray for you and your family. Thank you for all you did on 9/11.
You are sorely missed.
n kaser
September 30, 2003
Hector, I never met you but now your boys have become a part of my boys lives. Denzel and Davon play football almost daily in my yard. Your young children live by us now and remind us daily how precious life is and never take things for granted. Your picture with candles was displayed on the porch of your children's house on the 2nd anniversary of 9/11. A reminder of the sacifice you made that horrible day. Seeing your picture, I see your eyes and smile in Davon. Denzel scored a touchdown last Saturday to help his and my son's football team make it to the youth football playoffs. Your boys show such pride when they talk of you. You would be proud.
Nicodemo, Jr. Luciano Carlo
September 11, 2003
I am deeply sorry for the lost of relative that I never had the chance to got to know him better as a cousin. But I wish to give my condelensces to a person who put his life on the line of duty, in which we call "selfless-service". I too, was called when the nation was in trouble, so I know how it feels like when you leave your family, the most precious thing in life, and I know that his departure was never in vain, I just hope that he can be an example, not only for me, but also, for the rest of the whole family, I know its not easy... it never is, believe me, but with GOD, Everything is Possible. This entry is not for Hector, because he has fought the good fight, but for his family, for their fight goes on... May GOD bless you always and that in times of trouble... you may turn to him, for he is the only GOD that knows your pain and can help you heal the scars you really have, Have FAITH, and courage to keep living.
"So lo los valientes, conquistan la tierra, de los cobardes, no se han escrito nada de ellos."
sharieff/red mckay
January 23, 2003
TO A FRIEND THAT I KNEW FOR A LONG TIME:HECTOR WAS AND IS TO ME THE PERFECT MODEL OF WHAT A MAN IS MADE OF,HONEST STRONG AND SMART , HECTOR IS THEE REASON I LEFT ALOT OF NEGATIVE BEHAVIORS BEHIDE ME AND STAND UP AND BECOME A MAN I WILL MISS YOU ALOT AND I HOPE YOU ARE WITH YOUR MOTHER AND FATHER IN HEAVEN, I'M GOING TO MISS YOU DUNN.FROM A LONG TIME FRIEND, REDD
Elise Hanlon
January 13, 2003
Hector-- it was my pleasure and honor to work with you and be your supervisor at the best FDNY EMS Battalion in the city. Everyone at Battalion 17 will never forget your charm and your smile. I think of your calls of" Hey Loo-- it's me Tirado" and smile.
Rest in piece my Brother- you will not be forgotten.
Forever in my mind and in my heart,
Lt. Elise Hanlon
VICTORIA
September 15, 2002
YOU WERE SOMEONE WHO CROSSED MY PATH AND LEFT A LASTING IMPRESSION. EVEN THOUGH WE WERE STRANGERS THE BRIEF ENCOUNTER I HAD WITH YOU WILL ALWAYS LEAVE A FOOTPRINT IN MY MEMORY. ON WEDNESDAY, WHICH MARKED THE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THAT HORRIBLE DAY - THERE WAS A MEMORIAL AT ONCE WAS THE TRADE CENTER. I WAS THERE FOR MY LOVED ONE AND FELT LUCKY TO BE THERE HONORING ALL OF THOSE WHO SACRIFICED THEIR LIVES TO SAVE OTHERS. IN A SPACE WHERE THERE WERE HUNDREDS - YOU NEVER EXPECT TO SEE ANYONE YOU KNOW - BUT AS MY FAMILY MADE THEIR WAY TO WHAT WAS CALLED "THE CIRCLE OF LIFE" I STOOD RIGHT BESIDE YOUR UNCLE. WHO WOULD OF THOUGHT THAT OF ALL FAMILIES I WOULD STAND BESIDE IT WOULD BE YOURS. I HAD A FEELING IT WAS HIM AND THEN MY FEELINGS WERE PROVEN CORRECT WHEN HE TURNED AND I SAW HIM HOLDING YOUR PHOTO. I WANTED TO APPROACH HIM AND GIVE HIM WHAT I HAD IN MY HAND - SOMETHING I HAD TO HONOR ALL OF THE FIREMEN WHO SACRIFICED SO MUCH THAT DAY - BUT I DID NOT WANT TO INTRUDE. I STILL REMEMBER THAT DAY I MET YOU AND I ALWAYS FIND MYSELF REMEMBERING YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS. YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN ......
Sara Darst
September 14, 2002
To all those who mourn the death of Hector Tirado - you are in my heart, and my sympathies go out to you. I cannot even fathom the sense of loss that this family must feel, but I know that there is peace and hope. His memory will live on forever in the hearts of his family and friends. One of his children is in my class this year, and I will do my very best to make sure he feels comfortable and at home in my classroom.
nancy sanchez
September 12, 2002
Dear Hector,
you are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Nancy S.
Bronx, New York
YAJAIRA DELGADO
September 11, 2002
I WILL ALWAYS MISS YOUR SMILE!
YOU ARE MY ANGEL, AND I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU!
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!
Judy Cherbonneau
September 11, 2002
Dear Hector,
It has been one year since you and so many other heroes sacrificed their lives for so many others.
I will never forget you and all the other FDNY Bravest who have certainly fullfilled that title! The whole world knows who the BRAVEST are and who the heroes were and still are.
God Bless you Hector and may you be resting in peace with GOD!
Love Judy
May your family find peace and love on this anniversary. I will always keep your loved ones in my thoughts and prayers!
MARIBEL MARTINEZ
September 10, 2002
To: MY HERO/FRIEND,
I SIT HERE AND I WONDER HOW TIME FLEW BY SO RAPIDLY. THE LAST MEMORY I HAVE OF YOU IS THE DAY YOU LEFT THE OFFICE RUSHING TO WORK, LIKE ALWAYS.IT'S WEIRD, MY WORDS TO YOU WERE BE CAREFUL AND HOW IRONIC, YOUR LAST WORDS WERE I'M ALWAYS CAREFUL., AND IF I GO I GO AS A HERO, AND INDEED YOU DID.
GOD BLESS YOU.....
YOUR FRIEND,
SLIM SHADY
MARIBEL MARTINEZ
September 10, 2002
To: MY HERO/FRIEND,
I SIT HERE AND I WONDER HOW TIME FLEW BY SO RAPIDLY. THE LAST MEMORY I HAVE OF YOU IS THE DAY YOU LEFT THE OFFICE RUSHING TO WORK, LIKE ALWAYS.IT'S WEIRD, MY WORDS TO YOU WERE BE CAREFUL AND HOW IRONIC, YOUR LAST WORDS WERE I'M ALWAYS CAREFUL., AND IF I GO I GO AS A HERO, AND INDEED YOU DID.
GOD BLESS YOU.....
YOUR FRIEND,
SLIM SHADY
Jessie Texeira
September 10, 2002
To My Hero,Lindo
Wow! I can't believe how time has gone by it's been a year since you've been gone and the memories I have last of you is that smile that you always shown. I've searched all my life to find a true male friend and now he's gone 4 ever, and so is
my search.May god be with you always.Love always, BELLA
ANGELA CRESPO
September 10, 2002
HECTOR
YOU ARE MISSED TERRIBLY BY YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS. MY SON JONATHAN AND YOUR SON LIL HECTOR HAVE BEEN BESTFRIENDS FOR YEARS AND I WANNA THANK YOU FOR TREATING MY SON AS IF HE WAS ONE OF YOURS. YOU ARE A TRUE HERO AND I CAN SEE YOU TRYING TO SAVE AS MANY LIVES AS YOU COULD OF BEFORE YOU LOST YOURS AND I WILL NEVER FORGET WHEN YOU HELPED ME WHEN I WAS BURNED, AND AFTER THE AMBULANCE TOOK ME TO THE HOSPITAL, MY SON WAS SCREAMING AND CRYING AND YOU TOOK HIM TO THE HOSPITAL IN YOUR CAR AND BROUGHT HIM TO ME AND SAID
"I BROUGHT YOU A PRESENT"
GOD BLESS YOU, I KNOW YOUR SHINING IN HEAVEN. SAVE ME A SET OF WINGS :)
LOVE YA ANGIE
Richie Tirado
September 10, 2002
I can only imagine the turmoil in the Tirado Family. I am a stranger to all of you, but you are and will be in our prayers. God Bless you and keep you strong.
from the Tirado Family (TX)
Orig, Brooklyn NY
mandy
September 9, 2002
hello my name is mandy and we are having a memorial service for september 11th and we each have to pick someone to remember, at our school. I chose Hector. I am sure he was a great person, i am terribly sorry for your loss. He will always be remembered and on September 11th he will especially be remembered. Thanks! He is with you always, believe that. Stay Strong.
~Mandy~
~age:14~
MOLLY CEPEDA
September 9, 2002
Hector,
There isn't a day that goes by that we ur friends at 941 Jerome can't help but think about you. There are times that we cry and then we burst out laughing because we will remember a funny gesture or joke that you made. You always said that you wanted to die a "HERO", and indeed you are one. At least at 941 Jerome, ur our HERO. May you be with God and his wonderful angels.
"YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN"
Your friend MOLLY
Aila
September 9, 2002
I was at the family viewing room at Liberty Street with my daughter and I've seen the photo of Hector. We've lost our beloved Andrew Bailey from the North Tower. My deepest condolences to the Tirado Family. "Nuestra corazon estan partida pero nuesto amores son Angeles del cielo".
Victoria King
September 5, 2002
Dear Hector,
you knew my son Gary, because him and your sister Mirina have a son together. I am sorry i never got to met you. I was in the WTC attacks and i am glad to know you were there trying to also save your sister son (grandmother)I heard so much good things about you from your siblings, children and your wife Sheneque, your Bother Anthony, which you were also their father by adopting your brothers and sister. Hector i really commend you and your wife Sheneque
God Bless you Love (RIP)
Ashley Tirado
June 26, 2002
This is my cousin and i miss him a lot and i feel very bad becuase on fathers day he was not here but he was here in spirit theo i love you and i never got to say it but you know you mean the world to me
love
Ashley(15)
Lashina RHYNEHARDT
June 17, 2002
DEAR HECTOR,
EVEN THOUGH I DIDN'T KNOW YOU I KNOW YOUR CHILDREN ASHLEY,DENZEL,DAVON,AND HECTOR.THEY WERE VERY SAD WHEN YOU DIED AND ALL THE CRYING IN SCHOOL AT WOODCREST ELE. I FELT REALLY BAD FOR THEM AND I KNOW THEY WILL REMAIN FOREVER IN YOURS AND THE SADNEES OF THEIR FATHER WILL REMAIN IN MINE
robin trujeque
May 30, 2002
I DIDN'T KNOW HECTOR, OR ANYONE THERE FOR THAT MATTER, BUT I JUST GOT BACK FROM VISITING NY AND MY CONDOLENCES GOES TO THE FAMILY. THANK YOU FOR BEING SO BRAVE FOR OTHERS. MY FRIEND WEARS HECTORS BRACLET, AND WE WISH WE WOULD HAVE KNOWN YOU. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS,
ROBIN
Angie Campbell
May 29, 2002
**********GOD BLESS YOU**********
May 14, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN..HECTOR TIRADO JR.AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK.MAY JESUS AND HIS SAINTS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
WENDLE RAWLS
March 14, 2002
HECTOR MY BROTHER AND FRIEND. OUR FAMILIES HAVE SO MUCH HISTORY TOGETHER THAT I DO NOT KNOW WHERE TO START. IT IS SO TRUE WHEN PEOPLE SAY."It's hard to say goodbye." My tears fall as i write these simple words because i miss you that much.I will miss some the things all of things you and i and our closes friends and family did together like the Birthday parties,cook outs,field trips,movies,house parties,superball parties,championship fights and the list goes on and on. Yo Hech you know i was never big on writing,but i will not end this without telling we love and miss you very much. Your friend,your brother,your Fam.
Hector Luis Jr. and his uncle Robert- 8/30/01
Dr. Roberto Tirado
February 17, 2002
I want to thank everyone who has left such beautiful messages for my loving nephew,on behalf of our family. I was very close to Hector Luis and miss him more than words can say.Hector was an advocate for peace on earth, however, there continues the strife in the middle east, our country in danger, and worst, the sad split between our own family. Nonetheless, His truth goes marching on. A hero among many heroes on 9/11/01, my nephew will remain in my heart forever..
Edward Anderton III
February 5, 2002
Dear Hector,
Growing up in the Throggs Neck Houses, in the Bronx,N.Y, we all learned survival, and for you size, you were one of the strongest individuals I knew. On behalf of all of your boys; Red,Moe,Sandy,the twins, Keith,Kevin, we will all miss you, and we we love you. ED. Peace.
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