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R. Mark Rasweiler bought a canoe about a year ago -- a 14-footer, fiberglass -- partly because he wanted to get out on the water more, and partly "because he wanted to spend more time with me," said his 18-year-old son, Michael.
Mr. Rasweiler's daughters -- Caryn, 27, and Lindsey, 24 -- had their own lives, but Michael was still at home. So father and son would take the canoe to a tributary of the Delaware River near the family house in Flemington, N.J., and head out for the Delaware, fishing for smallmouth bass and the occasional trout.
"We took the canoe out a couple of times," Michael Rasweiler recalled, "went fishing a couple of times, but I was so busy -- and he was so busy in his job" -- a vice president at Marsh & McLennan on the 100th floor of 1 World Trade Center. The floor plan shows that Mr. Rasweiler, 53, sat exactly where the first plane hit. "It's sad," his son said, "we didn't have the time to take the canoe out more."
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February 4, 2022
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Dan Mahoney
September 11, 2017
Remembering the Springsteen concert we went to together in Philly and all of the projects I worked on for you thru Marsh.
Hilary Miller
September 11, 2017
Thinking of your entire family at this time..
Hilary Krell
Aka Hilary Miller
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Rebecca Walters
February 3, 2012
As I celebrate my birthday today, I think of a friend missing you.. on yours. Happy Birthday in Heaven.
Rebecca Walters
November 14, 2011
I chose to honour your name not only on 10th anniversary this year, through Facebook page I had started "Remember Me"... but always. I had not taken the time to come here until now... if there is anything I would wish to say it is that I keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. It makes me sad to think that you never had a chance to see your grandbabies grow and your children have to miss you so much. Always in my thoughts and prayers, Caryn.
chris french
September 12, 2011
i attended the sf giants vs la dodgers game on september 11th 2011. there were many tributes and remembrances throughout the game. they touched me for the vary obvious reasons they would touch others but also fir personal reasons that would take up too much space here. i was however given something that i will hold onto forever, a placard with mr. rasweiler's name. having a single name and being able to learn a little about him meant so very much for me. my deepest condolences for someone who i may never of known or met, but who i will now always remember.
Caryn Wiley
September 10, 2011
An entire decade.. Does not seem possible.. I miss you tremendously and love you so very much! Tim, the kids and I are going to send you some balloons in heaven. We hope you enjoy them! Love you always Dad, Caryn
Dan Mahoney
September 9, 2011
I recall singing along wtih Mark and Susan at a Bruce Springsteen concert in Philly. I am glad we had those moments together. Mark was a great business partner and fun to work with.
Dan Mahoney
Caryn Wiley
February 3, 2011
Happy 63rd Birthday in Heaven, Dad! Love you and miss you so very much~
Barbara Clark
September 13, 2010
At the end of the day on 9-11, as I struggled to make sense of it all, I saw two young adults on TV searching for their father. The image they carried of their dad has indelibly stayed in my mind since then. The raw emotion you showed - two children desperately searching for their father - along with his smiling and kind face, made what happened that day not just a news event to me, but a human event. Please know that your father, and you yourselves, have touched the lives of people you've never even met. I've thought of you often in the years that have past, wishing you comfort.
Caryn Wiley
September 10, 2010
Thinking of you today and always, dad~ Love you and miss you always. 9 years... Seems like just yesterday..
Caryn Wiley
February 4, 2009
Happy belated 61st Birthday in heaven, Dad!! I love and miss you~
Doug Abraham
February 3, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
Caryn (Rasweiler)Wiley
September 10, 2008
How can it be 7 years already? The pain is as strong as it was 7 years ago... Love and miss you more than words can tell~ Labor day weekend Lindsey and I were surrounded by butterflies, we were convinced one was you. Love always, Caryn
Bob Brown
April 9, 2008
Dear Rasweilers,
That Tuesday night I was watching coverage on TV. It was the first time that I had been alone all day. As I sat on my couch trying to put the day's event in perspective I saw a brother and a sister on a mission to find their dad. As my eyes filled with tears the only thing I knew was that had I been in your shoes I would have been in the same place that night.
Still thinking about you guys,
Bob
Doug Abraham
February 3, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
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 9, 2007
In remembrance....
DH Rasweiler
February 4, 2007
Mark, happy B-Day #59! There is a very brightly shining star in the direction of Santa Cruz and I have come to think of it as "Mark's star" and I think of you. So glad you will be the big 6-0 before me. Remembering how you always emphasized you were 16 months older, not a year! Still hearing your chuckle in quiet moments... "Dar"
Simone Thomas
September 11, 2006
Lindsey,
I only knew you for a short time when we were both living in Germany, but I was devastated to find out that you lost your father on September 11. I think of you and your family often, and send you lots of love and warm wishes.
Love,
Britt Pavelonis
September 11, 2006
To the Family especially Mike:
I did not get to meet your father, however, from the way you talked about him Mike in our month together at the Ranch, I realized how much he meant to you and what a good person he must have been. I am sorry for the tragedy and it makes me thankful for each day. I hope that you and your family are well and that you are enjoying the life that you should. I hope to speak to you soon. You are in my mind and prayers always.
Caryn Wiley
September 8, 2006
Hi Dad~
In a few days it will be 5 years since you were ripped from our lives. I remember 5 years ago today, you, mom and I went to the townwide yardsale in Annandale. We had so much fun! Your feet hurt cause you were wearing new sneaks but you knew mom and I wanted to keep "shopping" and you never complained. I can still see you standing there all proud of the bicycle helmet you bought for mom for $2. I can't tell you how many smiles that memory has given me.
You now have 2 beautiful grandbabies. I wish so badly you were here to see them but I know you are (I believe it was you who sent my angels to me). They will grow up knowing all about their grandpa.
I love you and miss you everyday.
Love always,
Caryn
Caryn Rasweiler-Wiley
March 20, 2006
Happy Spring, Dad!!! So much has happened since you've been gone.. You now have 2 grandbabies who will grow up knowing all about you! I wish so badly you could be here to see them grow up. I miss you so very much!!!!!
love always
caryn
Steve Fantus
September 11, 2005
To Mike: Every anniversary of 9/11.. I think of how you're doing and hope that you are OK. Knowing your Dad has connected us to 9/11 in a personal way. I hope that you are pleased that Ryan, by having been so affected by the tragedy... enlisted in the Military and is now at Ft. Bragg, NC ready to go overseas as an Arabic Translator. Take care, and best wishes to you and your family. Steve
Caryn Rasweiler-Wiley
February 3, 2005
Happy 57th Birthday, Dad!!!! We miss you more and more each day. I wish you were here to see your 4 month old grandson ~ he looks just like you! His middle name is Mark after you. Love you and miss you!!
Rebecca Chisum
December 2, 2004
The Rasweiler Family:
My heart goes out to you.......this is the first time that I came across this website, though I do have an "In Memoriam to those we have lost, Never forget" picture of the twin towers in my office. I was absolutely shocked and sickened by what happened to so many fellow Americans on that day....it still disburbs me terribly. I was born and grew up in Flemington, NJ and am an Alumni from the Class of 89' at Hunterdon Central Regional H.S. I also went to Robert Hunter and DKR. It's amazing how many memories it brings back, just to read your guest book. May God bless you and your family.
Love,
Rebecca
Mary
August 31, 2004
For Mr. Rasweiler;
Hi--I feel a little strange posting this since I never met you or your family, but here goes: on 9/11, I was very far away from NYC but my heart and mind were reeling from what I was seeing on the television. In the midst of the chaos, I saw your kids on TV, carrying your smiling picture and trying so desperately to find you. I'm not sure why, but it really hit me harder than anything else had that day--your children reminded me so much of my brothers and I, we're about the same age--and for reasons I'm not altogether aware of, I wrote your name down on a post-it note. I don't know why--I just felt like I should. Maybe at the moment, I thought I would be able to help, somehow. I really don't know why.
Anyway, I've had that post-it note on my fridge for almost 3 years now, and even though I didn't know you, every day I see your name. And well, it sounds kind of cheesy, but it kind of reminds me to "seize the day". It reminds me to keep on doing as much good as I can, and to be as good a daughter/sister/friend as I can do the people in my life.
I know that I didn't know you, but I wanted to say thank you for inspiring me, and that I hope you and your family have found peace. I'm not really a religious person, but in my own way, you're in my prayers every day.
Caryn Rasweiler-Wiley
December 24, 2003
Merry 3rd Christmas in Heaven, Dad!! We miss you so very much and wish you were here to do the Christmas poppers with! I can see you wearing the silly hat with a big ol' smile from ear to ear. God, we miss you.. Love you always~ Rest in peace, dad.
Love~
Caryn
Caryn Rasweiler-Wiley
September 12, 2003
Dad~
"Fare thee well, I love you more than words can tell"
May you finally rest in peace. Thank you for watching out for me! I love and miss you so much.
Tom Wellen
September 11, 2003
I worked with Mark while at Marsh. He always responded to my questions by telephone and always willing to share his knowledge and guidance. I enjoyed his company at meetings and training. He will be missed.
Rosemary Molloy
March 9, 2003
Until I retired in May, I was manager of employment at Rider University, for which Mark was a consultant. We worked on a project together a few years ago and I was struck by his warmth, humor, and good sense. What a terrific guy he was and what a husband and father he must have been. Wish I could have known him better.
Caryn Rasweiler-Wiley
February 3, 2003
~~~Happy 2nd Birthday in Heaven, Dad!!!~~~
Miss and love you forever ~
Caryn
Christine Villafane
October 17, 2002
I remember hours after the national tragedy occured Mr. Rasweiler's son and daughter on the news with a picture of their father. Out of all the pictures showed on the television for some reason Mr. Rasweiler's face stuck out in my mind. I held out optimism and hope that somehow he managed to be amongst the survivors. I was deeply saddend to find out of his passing. My deepest sympathy go out to his family.
Mark
October 6, 2002
i got a flag of him at our school and we all got different people randomly. I know it is a miracle that we have the same name even though they are in different places
Amy
September 19, 2002
Several friends and acquaintances of mine died that fateful day, and though I never met Mr. Rasweiler, I will always remember his posters, which helped put a face on the atrocities for thousands of Americans. I was talking to some friends a few weeks afterwards and someone brought up "the happy man with the grey beard." We all immediately knew, by name, who he meant!
Your father and husband seems to have been a wonderful man, and I hope you know that, even one year later, he remains in the thoughts and prayers of many people.
Katie O'Gorman
September 11, 2002
Mike,
I know I didn't know you all that well in high school, but when I heard that someone I graduated from Hunterdon Central with had a father who died in the WTC on that tragic day, my heart just broke. It really hit home. I watched those towers collapse on TV, and I had no idea that a fellow Flemingtonian was inside one of those buildings. It's such a horrible thing that happened. I'm so sorry for your loss. You're all in my prayers.
Keri Nikolajewski
September 11, 2002
Mrs. Rasweiler, Caryn, Lindsay and Michael:
I think of you often - and especially today. It's been years since I've spent time with all of you, but I do still remember how your home was always open to me and the many fun times that I had there.
Although I don't believe they ever met, I dreamed last night of Mr. Rasweiler sitting down to dinner with my father, who passed away in March 2000. I woke this morning with a sad smile. Yes, we miss them and the memories are bittersweet, but how lucky we are to have had these wonderful people in our lives.
You are loved.
Kristi Eska
September 9, 2002
Dear Susan, Lindsay, Caryn and Michael,
Just want you to know that I am thinking of you as the one year anniversary of 9-11 approaches. I have to say that your husband/dad was a great man. My parents had the best time with him. I love to hear the stories that they have to share. He was a funny man. have you heard about the sunglasses down the shore?? if not ask your mom. I think about Mark everyday and how you are all holding up. Susan you must come and visit again. Be strong. My heart goes out to you.
Caryn Rasweiler-Wiley
September 6, 2002
Hi Dad,
I can't believe next week will be a year since you were so abruptly taken away from us. Sometimes it seems like forever and other times it seems like just yesterday.
I miss you, dad. I keep thinking about how last year this weekend you, mom, and I went to that town wide yard sale. Your feet started to hurt but you didn't ask to go home because you knew mom and I wanted to keep shopping. Little things like that dad, showed your devoted love to all of us. You never put yourself first, always us. You never boasted of the great things you have done nor asked for recognition. #1 Dad, now and always!!!
I love you, dad!
Love,
Caryn
"Fare thee well, fare thee well, I love you more than words can tell.." RH
Debbie Reichert
August 26, 2002
As the anniversary of these terrible events arrives, I just wanted to take a moment and let you, Mark's family, know that you are ALL in our prayers every day! We share in your pain and anger and can only hope that you can gain SOME strength from knowing that your friends and neighbors care about you! Sue, you and I worked together at S. Paul years ago, and I know that your faith in the Lord keeps you going....for all the wonderful stories I've read about Mark since 9/11, you can be very proud of the kind,gentle person he was, and I hope those thoughts give you the strength to get through these days. God Bless you and your wonderful husband and father!
Debbie Reichert
Bill (from the towers)
July 8, 2002
Well my good man, I guess it is about time I face the reality that you are indeed gone. Although to the world you were 'Mark' or 'Mr.
Rasweiler', I always think of you as Roger, which was the only name I ever used for you, much to your cringing (perhaps bemused) annoyance. You were a kind and sweet man and I appreciate the patience you had with me and the ability to see me as a person beyond the physical impairments, which first caused you to stop and offer an assist. When I saw your photo and name first on a lamp post and then in print in various lists,I refused to believe it, and I guess in a way I still hold part of you in my life every day as I am sure your family and friends do as well. In closing, I just wanted to say "thank you for all you gave. You were and still are loved by quite a few."
Caryn Rasweiler-Wiley
June 11, 2002
Dad,
I can't believe it has been 9 months today. It feels like I just called you on September 10. I just can't believe you are gone. We all miss you so much. Mom is so incredibly sad (as we all are). I'm trying my best to take care of her, but I know you haven't left her and that you are still with all of us.
I love you so much, dad. Remember the bike helmet you bought for mom? You looked so cute standing there all excited about it! Or all those times you would have me rewrite my papers in school because you knew I could do better? I never told you how proud I would be to hand my papers in because I knew they were good (because you helped me). So many memories, I could just keep writing.. Mets games, Coronas, swimming with Scarlet, the beach, and on and on.., but certainly not enough. Dad, I miss you and I never told you but I have always thought of you as the "Wind Beneath my Wings". You always were there for me no matter how busy you were. You always made time. You loved us all so much and gave so much to us. I was blessed to have a dad like you. When we see each other again I can't wait to hear your hearty contagious laugh! I love and miss you, daddy!!
Love always,
Caryn
"Such a long, long time to be gone and a short time to be there" Robert Hunter
March 29, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN..R.MARK RASWEILER AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS LOVING FAMILY...ESPECIALLY HIS SON..AND MANY FRIENDS..STAY CLOSE ..PRAY...AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01...GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK FOREVER...MAY JESUS AND ST.MARK GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Laura Galante
March 11, 2002
Sue, Caryn, Lindsey, and Michael,
I lived across the street from you on Earl St. and we used to play together when we were kids. I am so sorry for your loss. I saw Caryn on tv looking for Mr. Rasweiler. I couldn't believe what I was seeing. I pray for you all every day, for strength, for comfort and for peace. I remember Mr. Rasweiler as a quiet man and caring father. I can still see him digging a hole in the back yard to prepare for the pool he promised Caryn after she got out of the hospital. I also remember him washing Caryn's mouth out with soap when she said a bad word! I remember playing with the 'hot dog' dogs at Mr. Rasweiler's parent's house and playing dress up at Sue's mother's house. I remember Lindsey's beautiful blonde curls and bright blue eyes. I remember when Sue and Mark brought Michael home from the hospital. He was so tiny he reminded me of a doll. I still have the picture I took of him that day. What I remember most though is a caring, wonderful family whose love for each other knows no boundaries. My love and prayers go out to you.
Melissa Galante
March 9, 2002
This is Melissa Galante, your old friend & neighbor from Earl St, Westbury, NY. I was deeply saddened to learn that Mr. Rasweiler was one of the victims of 9/11. Your family is in my daily thoughts & prayers. I remember the times my sister Laura & I shared with Caryn & Lindsey swimming in their pool. Mr. Rasweiler also helped me learn how to ride a bike without training wheels. You are a wonderful family. I wish you much comfort & peace in dealing with your loss.
Kathy Rowe
February 7, 2002
I watched in horror from downtown NYC on Sept. 11th as the buildings fell. I cried for all those lost. I clearly remember the posters with Mark's smiling face and it has never left my mind. I'm so sorry for your loss. I now wear Mark Rasweiler's name on my wrist (on a Mercy band). I will never let any of the lost be forgotten. God bless them all.
Michael Roy
January 29, 2002
To The Rasweiler Family: Mark was my boss when we worked together at Hygienetics in New York in 1988-1990. He was a great guy to work for. Our prayers will remember Mark and your family.
Michael Roy and Lori Jordache
Jo-Anne (Johnson) Dominik
January 19, 2002
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God hold Mark in the palm of His hand.
John Flear
January 17, 2002
Wanted Mark's family to know that he was a good person, deeply concerned about others. He is and will be missed.
Anne Ruzek
January 15, 2002
Michael,
Your father and I worked together during the 1980's for the Mayor's Office. It was an honor to know him, he was a kind and good person.
Russell Roese
January 15, 2002
Sorry.
Danielle Brown
December 27, 2001
This message is for the children of Mr. Rasweiler - I am so sorry for the loss of your father. My husband and I saw you looking for your dad on CNN in the days following the atrocities of September 11th and we both cried for you. I will never forget how your anguish helped me, hundreds of miles away, put the losses of thousands of families in stark reality. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Teresa Jahn
December 15, 2001
We are deeply sorry for your loss of R. Mark Rasweiler. 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
Mark Sperry
November 14, 2001
My name is Mark Sperry and I am a Youth Minister at Christ Memorial Lutheran Church in Houston, TX.
I recently received a "Mercy Bracelet" with your father's name on it from one of the youth at our congregation.
I just wanted to say that I have and will continue to pray daily for your family.
I pray that God will give all of you the strength and comfort you need in this time of sorrow. And I pray that you will continue to be uplifted with the knowledge of the reunion you all will have one day in heaven.
Ignited For Christ,
Mark Sperry
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