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Gregory Richards just could not stay away from New York. He was born here, grew up in Greenwich Village and went to Stuyvesant High School.
When he went off to the University of Michigan, he longed to come home. When he went to Florida to work for a hedge fund, he wanted to come back.
Even after he left Cantor Fitzgerald, moved to Michigan in 1998 to live near his wife's parents and started his own real estate investment business, he dreamed of concrete, skyscrapers, Central Park, the trading floor.
"He missed the pace of Wall Street; he missed the camaraderie of being around the guys all the time," said his wife, Erin. "He was a true city kid. All the things that made people crazy about New York, he liked."
So Mr. Richards, 30, returned to the city in 2000 and rejoined Cantor Fitzgerald, this time working for eSpeed, its electronic subsidiary. He now had a son, Asher, 2, and could run in Central Park on a weekend morning and meet Asher and his wife at the playground.
Mrs. Richards, who is spending time with her parents in Michigan, said she will also return to New York. But the city, she said, will be empty without her husband. "He had New York's cocky charisma about him," she said. "He was cool."
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Brad Howort
September 12, 2016
Greg and I were friends from Wagner JHS and Stuyvesant. We spent many a day getting ourselves in trouble and being typical teenagers. RIP, Greg. Still can't believe you're gone.
September 10, 2016
I am so sorry about the loss of Mr. Richards and all 911 victims. I visited the memorial in 2014 and took some pictures and his name is one of the names in my picture. So I looked him up, out of respect, because everyone who lost their lives that day deserves to be remembered.
G. Montana
September 21, 2009
I babysat for Greg and his siblings a long time ago. He once locked us out of the house while his yunger brother and sister slept inside. When I tried to take the blame, he stood up and took his licks. Even as a young boy he showed glimpses of the man he would become. My prayers are with his family.
Lewis Lefkowitz
September 18, 2008
my buddy at camp, he was the best friend a camp friend can have, seriously, we went to raquette lake many summers, I loved that kid, sad what happened.....
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kristine
April 17, 2007
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.
P Tabbernor
February 16, 2007
In remembrance....
Mary Barber
February 27, 2004
Greg Richards was a smart and astute businessman. I am pleased to have known him and learn from him. He was always generous and kind in his dealings and yes, he was very cool. I know he loved his wife very much, he talked about her.
erik borchardt
September 11, 2003
Greg was a great guy I think about all the great times we had. I think about his son asher and his wife erin. your friend erik borchardt
Lisa Brandes
September 11, 2003
Although, i did not know Gregory, I do know his mom. She is a classy "city slicker'. I have grown to be friends with her and often hear stories of joy about Asher.....it is those moments that i know Greg's spirit is alive and brings his mom much joy. I know all your family misses you and I pray that you are at peace.
andrew meltzer
September 13, 2002
my prayers go out to the family and friends of greg richards,
a friend
Lisa
August 27, 2002
Greg,
We miss you so much. Almost a year later and you are constantly in our thoughts. You were such a great person, such a great friend. Nothing will ever be the same. Love and miss you forever!!
Angie Campbell
May 13, 2002
May God Bless you and keep you always. Rest in peace forever more.
Anonymous
April 5, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN..GREGORY RICHARDS AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS...GOD BLESS HIS WIFE..AND SON..FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..STAY CLOSE..PRAY...AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK HE LOVED SO MUCH..MAY JESUS AND ST.GREGORY GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Neal Hurwitz
January 7, 2002
The Stuyvesant HS Alumni & Friends Endowment Fund, Inc. mourns Gregory's death. We have lost a great alumnus!
Our deepest sympathy and warmest thoughts to his wife, child, and family members.
Thank you.
Neal Hurwitz SHS '62
Teresa Jahn
December 15, 2001
Seeing Gregory's huge warm smile in his picture made me smile so he is still affecting people's lives in a posititve way. He must have been a wonderfully happy person with a smile like that. We are very sorry for your loss of Gregory. 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
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