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Muriel Siskopoulos's hobby was knitting for her son, three daughters and two grandsons. She made herself a sweater once, but didn't like it and gave it away. She never knitted anything for her husband, Mark, but he didn't complain. "She spoiled them," Mark said. "And I spoiled her. That's the way it went."
Mrs. Siskopoulos, 60, worked as a secretary for Keefe, Bruyette & Woods. A meticulous dresser, she always made sure that her shoes and handbag matched when she left her home in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. She liked to shop, but often bought clothes that were too small just so she could hand them down to her children. She liked to travel, too, but often took the rest of the family along. The Siskopouloses made eight trips to Disney World in the last 10 years, including one last year with their grandchildren.
And no matter where she was, Mrs. Siskopoulos had to check on her family every day. Usually more than once. "She was generous with herself and her time," her husband said. "They were her life."
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September 20, 2023
You are loved and missed. We will never forget you. God bless you and your loved ones with peace.
September 13, 2022
Remembering Muriel on the 21st anniversary. You are missed.
September 11, 2021
Muriel sounds like she was a wonderful lady. God bless her and her family who love and miss her on this 20th anniversary and everyday.
Arline Sussman
September 11, 2020
You will always be in my memories... always be that stunningly beautiful woman I met as a young child. I could not believe my friend TJ's Mom was soooooo beautiful! I'm sad, but mostly angry for your children and grandchildren, who were deprived of you... xoxoxo
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M Wilson
September 13, 2019
Hello, all. I am a student, and we are creating mini biographies for all victims of 9/11. I was born after this tragedy, but Muriel seems like she was an amazing woman. I am posting the biography here for anyone who would like to read it. Commenting is turned on in this document, so please, if there is something you would like me to add if you see this, please, don't hesitate to let me know. I'll be checking the document periodically, so that I can fix/update it if there are any comments from you all. I want to do what I can to create something that honors and remembers Muriel.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1e-LVxTV_P8Oh7TbGn-CVvFcw2O1ttLk4Zuo4q4Bvtus/edit?usp=sharing
Thank you, and I'm sorry if I messed this up at all.
Kerilyn Mac
September 11, 2019
I write this here as a tribute to Murial and also because if there is any family member that sees this could you please contact me at [email protected]
Not wishing to intrude but if possible I do need to speak to a family member about Murial. I know it has been many years but I do feel a need to reach out.
Sending my best on another sad anniversary in 2019.
Blessings and healing to you all.
Kerilyn x
September 11, 2017
We remember
September 11, 2017
Never forgotten
This flag is displayed in our yard in memory of Muriel and all the precious lives that were lost on 9-11. We will never forget.
Evie Stockell
September 10, 2016
zina klein
September 11, 2015
I watched the Memorial service today. Can't believe it is 14 yrs already. I promised myself after 911 that I wouldn't let so much time go by without connecting with family, but it did. After her memorial service life got in the way again. When I saw Muriel's son, I realized how much I want to reconnect with all of you. Muriel was my first cousin. Ann was my dad's (Mac Klein) sister. I loved my Aunt and I loved Muriel. There was an age difference between us but it never mattered when we saw each other. please contact me. I really want to know all of you. I am a nurse at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla New York. I live in Dutchess county. I will be happy to travel to you. My cell phone number is 845 380 8003. You can send a friend request to facebook. Anything you want.
September 11, 2014
God Bless you Muriel.
Remembering you today on the 13th anniversary.
May your memory be eternal.
September 11, 2013
Dear family of Muriel, We will always remember; we will never forget the loss of innocent life on Sept. 11th, including your loved one, Muriel! Although I never knew your Mom, I will think of her and all of you on each anniversary that passes. I recieved an American Flag with her name displayed on the pole which flew the flag on Art Hill in St. Louis, MO on the 10th anniversary of Sept. 11. There was one flag displayed for each person who lost their life that day. An extraordinary display of support and loss at the same time...Truly moving for all who viewed this tribute. Please know I will keep your family in my prayers and hope this message brings some comfort in knowing I care.
Sincerely, Evie Stockell, Wildwood, MO
Deb Rademacher
September 11, 2013
In the days following 9/11, Idaho State University gave out the names of those lost that day for teachers and students to remember. At the end of that ceremony, I left with your name and Toyena Skinner. From that day and until I cannot again, I will wear the pendant I had engraved with your names and will pray for your families and for peace. May God Bless you all.
Julie Gouveia
September 11, 2013
Still never forgotten... Always in our hearts
Laura
September 10, 2011
10 years ago I went to sleep, not knowing how drastic my life would change after I would wake up. I wish all the time that I convinced you to play hokey on the 11th and I would not have this gaping hole in my heart. I miss you Mommy, more than words could say. You were my best friend, my rock and more important, you were my Mommy. I wish everyone is this world would have a Mommy as special as you.
I love you...
Your little girl
Jennifer (Hodgens) Furia
September 10, 2011
I have thought of you every day for the last 10 years. Some days I think of how beautiful your smile was, how your hair was never out of place, and how your nails were always painted the most beautiful colors. Some days I see a Disney movie or a picture of Mickey Mouse and think of the vacations you would take with Uncle Mike to Disney. When I walk by a beautiful ring, bracelet or earings I often think Muriel would have loved that. (you always had the most beautiful jewelry) When I stand in my closet and look for a pair of shoes I am remnded of countless stories you would tell of shopping. And when I cuddle with my children under a hand knit blanket I am reminded of you. I pray for you and your family every day. I love you and miss you.
Debbie Henderson
September 9, 2011
To my sweet friend, Muriel, I miss you so much.I am so glad that you and Margaret are together again. I will never forget your kindness and your sweet sweet smile. Debbie Henderson
Bart Ross
August 15, 2011
Muriel: It is now almost ten years since the tragic events changed all of our lives. I was there with you that day, and somehow lived. You were such a special lady and I thought of you as family. I often think about you and how kind you always were to me. I remember going to temple with you on one of the jewish holidays, we had lots of laughs that day,you will never be forgotten. God Bless you, Love Bart Ross
Laura
August 15, 2011
love you Mommy....
September 11, 2010
Dear Aunt Muriel, I sit watching TV waiting for them to say your name. It is so hard to find the words to say how much you are missed. I speak of you to my three children and how many memories I have of being with you all. Donna used to take me roller skating and getting chinese food (the long stringy stuff I loved) for dinner. Just want you to know you are never forgotten and live in all those who knew and loved you. Love you always, Jo
debbie henderson
February 26, 2010
I am so happy i found this site. igrieve so much for muriel and margaret. i loved her so much. she was also my aunt. she was just the best. i loved her so much and will never forget her.
Terri
February 6, 2010
Miss you more and more everyday. I love you!
Nancy (Jackson) Dill
September 11, 2009
Dear Muriel,
We've only met a few times but my mom, Virginia (Ginny), always thought the world of you and Mark, as I remember that Mark was her childhood friend and teased my grandma Sylvia Carbonaro by tilting the paintings on the walls in her house. That always brings a smile to my face.
I remember that day 8 years ago when I finally got in touch with my mom. The first thing out of her mouth was, "My God, I pray Muriel is safe." I will never forget that for the rest of my life. I heard your name announced today and I thought of your family. I was so honored to have known you.
Love,
Nancy
Philip Rosenblatt
July 6, 2009
Dear Muriel,
It been almost eight years since that tragic world changing event. Time has stood still as far as my feeling of love and devotion to you as my sister. I think of many things growing up with you especially all the sacrifices you made. For example, in 1957, when you should have had a sweet sixteen celebration, you passed on it, so I could have an even grander bar mitzvah celebration. All you got was a cake and a candle. I could always look to you as my protector as we grew up together. Then you grew to be the most wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and best friend to all you have known you. You will always be alive as long as we are alive and as generations are told about you, you will remain with them.
We don't know why tragedies happen and assuming there is a God why he doesn't prevent it from happening. We are told that we are put on this earth to make our own mistakes and if so we can learn from them. What is certain though is that you were put on this planet and you made it a much better place for all who know you. We will never forget you and I know that your husband, chidlren, grandchildren, Annalee and myself (and our children) think about you everday.
It has been a blessing having you as my sister and I love you dearly.
Philip
Ilyse Rosenblatt
June 24, 2009
I love you Aunt Muriel.
Maria Papadopoulos
June 6, 2009
Sounds like a great lady.
RIP
Joe Reichsfeld
September 11, 2008
Terri, Laura, Donna and Tommy Joe,
You may not remember a lot about me but I remember you, my cousins. We are all grown up now with kids and lives of our own but I still remember xmas eve at your place with grandma gert and grandpa irving as well as the twins as babies and lots more fun spending time with Donna and TJ at holidays and during the summer. I found this page today and felt it is a good place to pay my respects on this heart wrenching day. I feel terrible for your loss and reading your past entries was very touching. I hope when you read this that it finds you all healthy happy and well. I'll never forget you or your mom and her cooking. I was just telling my 2 boys a story the other day about something that happened at your house once when we were all very young. We came over because we were all going to some dinner honoring grandma gert and were all dressed up because I was wearing a suit. Donna and I were playing in the back when I ripped my suitpants on a nail. Since there were 3 girls in your family, the only patch your mom had was butterflies. So she and my mom sewed a butterfly over the rip in the front of my suit pants and a larger one on the shoulder of the suit coat to match so we could go to the dinner and look nice. I remember being really embarrassed because of the butterflies that day and every time after that when I wore it, however it is one of those things that you never forget. Your mom looks just as I always remembered her...we can never forget! Take care and God bless! If you come across this, please contact me if you choose
Terri
April 4, 2008
Happy Birthday Mom!!!!
Mary Cutrupi
September 11, 2007
Dear Muriel,
I feel cheated because i've never got to meet you. My mother (Zina Klein) tells me all the time how you were an amazing lady. Every year it saddens me more and more because its an other year passed that i've never had the chance to love you like so many have. I want you to know that you are always in my heart. May God bless your soul.
JILL MUTH (CASTALUCCI)
September 10, 2007
I STILL CAN NOT BELIEVE THAT YOU AND DADDY ARE GONE. I NOW IN MY HEART THAT YOU AND DADDY ARE LOOKING DOWN ON ALL OF US AND MAKING SURE WE ARE SAFE. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART.
LOVE JILL
kristine
August 19, 2007
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.
Terri
April 18, 2007
Mom,
I can't believe it's been almost 6 years since you were brutually taken from us. So much has happened; so much I want to tell you. On a happy note, I finally became a mom on December 23, 2006 to your little grandson Jason. He is the most adorable, sweetest little boy there is. He was born five weeks early, so you can imagine how scary those first couple of weeks were. But I knew everything would be ok because he had his very special guardian angel watching over him. I promise that as he grows up I will tell him all about his grandma Muriel and what a wonderful woman she was.
I love and miss you more each day.
P Tabbernor
March 14, 2007
In memory....
Laura
January 22, 2006
I miss you - more each day.
Your little baby,
Laura
Terri
September 11, 2003
Mom,
Two years and it still feels like yesterday. Today, like Laura, at 1:42 I waited for my phone to ring and for it to be you wishing me happy birthday, but that never happened.
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. I love and miss you more than words can say. Everyone is starting to believe that you've taken over me because they thought we were alike before, but it has become overwhelmingly evident now. (I just have to learn how to make a straight part and master those knitting needles.)
Love Always,
Terri
Mark
September 11, 2003
Bub,
"You are the reason I am; You are ALL my reasons." You loved me, you comforted me and you gave me purpose. You are my one true love. You are my BEST FRIEND. You gave of yourself unselfishly. You loved unquestionably, not only to me and your children, but to ALL. The smile that was ever present on your face lit up a room and made everyone else smile. Always a kind and understanding word. Always laughing, always giving of yourself. You cared so much for everybody. You've spent a lifetime of trying to care for everyone - and you succeeded. Love - Caring-Giving - a "LADY." All these words are merely defined by one word -
"Muriel"
Love always,
Mark
Nancy Gayle Warren
September 11, 2003
To Laura and the rest of the family, I would like to send my sincerest condolences on this second anniversary of the repose of Muriel. Laura, to you especially I would like to send a message. After reading the beautiful letter that you wrote here, I can tell you that it is through tears I am writing this note. After reading your sweet note to your Mother, I can tell that brought up a wonderful girl... YOU. You are a great part of her legacy. MAY HER MEMORY BE ETERNAL.
Laura
September 11, 2003
It has been 2 years since I have last spoken to you and I am still unsure as to how I should feel. Like Terri, how ironic it is that you were taken away from us on the same day you gave us life. I was waiting for you to call me last night to be the first person to wish me happy birthday, but that never happened. Instead, I fell asleep remembering all the times you did and all that "wonderful" singing.
Words cannot describe how much I miss you. Not a day goes by when I don't think about you, and all the time we spent together. It brings a smile to my face when I think about all the times you would answer the phone at 3:00 in the morning. Who else am I going to call when I am sick? Who else can you hang up on and still laugh about it? Who else can make you smile when you really don't want to? Only your mommy can get away with these things because she knows how to make everything all better. You always knew what to say and when to say it.
I pray all the time that you found peace with Grandpa, Joann and all those who have passed before you. I love and miss you more and more each day. No matter how old I get, I will always be your little baby (even if it is by 4 minutes).
I Love You and I can't wait to see you again. (Someone needs to make sure I am all ironed and my ponytails have little curls in them)
Forever your baby -
Laura
Dimitris Siskopoulos
October 21, 2002
My sincere sympathy for your loss, even if i never meet mrs Muriel F. Siskopoulos, i can feel your pain for your loss.
Dimitris Siskopoulos
(probably a relative, from Greece)
Joanne Hoenig(Castalucci)
September 12, 2002
Dear Aunt Muriel,
I was so devastated when my mom called me in October with the horrible news you were gone. I could not believe it. After time passed from the 11th, you think well no news is good news. Thank God none of my loved ones were injured or taken from us that horrible day. Well, I was wrong. It is so hard to believe you have been gone for a year now. Time goes so fast yet our loss will last a lifetime. I just want you to know how very much I love you and I will always cherish the fun times I spent with you. You always made me feel special. You are a truly wonderful and beautiful person and I am honored to call you Aunt.
All my love,
Jo
JILL CASTALUCCI
September 12, 2002
DEAR AUNT MURIEL,
YOU WILL DEEPLY BE MISSED BUT I KNOW YOU ARE IN HEAVEN WITH MY FATHER LOOKING DOWN ON EVERYONE SMILING
John Karis
September 11, 2002
May her memory be eternal
Eonia H Mnimi
May her memory be eternal
Donna
September 10, 2002
To my dear mom,
I sit here, on the eve before our lives were changed forever, thinking about what tomorrow will be like. I don't feel sad or anxious - I feel cheated!! I think about how unfair and how wrong this whole situation is for us, and so many other people.
In recent days and throughout the past year I have been overwhelmed by the number of people who loved you and the degree to which they do. Your friends, family, and colleagues have have been a tremendous source of comfort to all of us. You surrounded yourself with good people, mom.
I asked you tonight if you knew how loved you were - I believe that you did - You gave so much to so many people - you were a natural at it. The more time that passes, the more blessed I feel for having the best mother in the world.
I pray that you are comforted by the friends and family you saw again in heaven. While we miss you more than words can describe, know that we are close and together.
I love you forever - Donna
Julie Lombardo
September 10, 2002
Muriel,
It's been a year now, you are an angel in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are always with your family and especially my dear friend Laura.
You treated me like family whenever I was around, I will always treasure that. I loved Greek Easter at your house with everyone. We were all blessed by knowing you. Your children were very blessed by having a loving Mom like you. Mark was very blessed as well, you were a wondeful wife. I loved being around you both.
My love to you always,
Julie
Marie Benevento
August 6, 2002
Muriel,I can remember times as far back as the Catskills, the Amish Country, having a snack with milk before bed with T.J. when we were little,then I started to grow up, I remember trying to talk you into letting T.J. come out with me to a Club one night, it didn"t go over well. I remember walking to the train station together in the morning on our way to work. There is so much more that I remember. There is so much I'm going to miss,stopping by to see you and Mark on Christmas night,but the thing that I will really miss is having you at my wedding.I now try to tell everyone "I love you" more often, so that they know, just in case,because I can't remember the last time I got to tell you. God........I hope you knew. With that, I LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!! You are now an ANGEL to alot of people who LOVE YOU and MISS YOU. Until we meet again find peace in heavens hands.........and know that you will always be in my heart.
Love, Marie XO
Terri
July 31, 2002
To the greatest mom that ever lived:
How ironic that you were stolen from me on the same day you gave me life. Although your life was cut much too short, I feel fortunate that I had you for as long as I did. You weren't just my mother, you were my best friend. I will always treasure the memories and keep them close to my heart. Our endless shopping trips (Told you, you had those shoes already); Planning my wedding (How you stood there laughing while Marge's head was stuck in my dress); Our trips, the beach, I could go on and on, but the list is endless.
Even though our nicknames were Dr. Evil and minime , you were everything, but evil. When I have children, I hope I can be half the mom that you were, but there is no doubt that I will because I had the best teacher. I will instill the values and morals that you did with me. I will teach them not to wear white before Memorial day and after Labor day; It is o.k. to color coordinate your underwear and you are not being prejudice if you segregate your socks. I pray that you are resting in peace and are with grandpa.
I never got the chance to say thank you for everything that you have done for me in my life, so I'll say it now. Thank you.
Till we meet again..
I LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!!!
Your loving daughter,
Terri
Michelle[Cristophers]
July 12, 2002
To Mark,Donna,Terri
To Mark,Donna,Terri&Laura,
Sorry for your loss.Murial will be deeply
To Mark,Donna,Terri&Laura,
Sorry for your loss.Murial will deeply missed & was loved by all.My prayers are with you.
Jennifer Caroccia
June 26, 2002
Muriel,
What can I say, I have so much to say. I would be here for hours writing but we both know how I feel. I felt so guilty for so long about not being there to help you and Lisa that day. All I have to say is that our memories and good times (too many to mention) and fiendship will live in my heart forever and I will never forget them. I still have some of those memories with Mark and the girls. I feel like you went away on a long vacation and you will be back someday, I know it's silly but it helps. I know someday we will meet again. I love you Muriel.
Angie Campbell
May 16, 2002
May you rest in peace forever more.
April 30, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL WOMAN...MURIEL SISKOPOULOS AND MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HER LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK..MAY JESUS AND HIS SAINTS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Milt Klein
March 11, 2002
Cousin Muriel will always be alive in my thoughts. I have special memories of us spending summer together at grandma's cottage in the Catskills. We were always together at family occasions. She was a very special person and I will miss her.
Christopher
January 30, 2002
Calming breeze, grass so green.
Brilliant sun, warm on my face.
Rolling ocean, a feeling so serene.
Quiet patience, over is the race.
Shallow water, up to my knee.
Sand so pink, my finger I write.
Paradise now, with new eyes I see
Gently tugged by a brilliant light.
Before I go, a message in the sand.
My love, my love is all I ever had.
Forever I hold, the palm of my hand.
Perpetual light, be not sad
Teresa Jahn
December 11, 2001
It sounds like Muriel was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandma. The world will miss such a loving person who taught others through her actions. We are so sorry for your loss. 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
Nancy Makar
November 27, 2001
Muriel, our paths never met, but I know your dear cousin Sandra Sokol. She was a great help to me when I was recovering from a car accident. I know that Sandra and her Oak Park family miss you. Their tears are my tears. I wish that I could have met you, dear lady. My your memory be for a blessing.
This was only one of the smaller pix; the rest tended to take up a lot of computer space
Sam Gardner
November 27, 2001
It's so sad -- you loved your life so much, and were always so proud of your kids and grandkids. You had us (in IT) post pictures of your grandchildren as the background desktop on your computer. I would do no less here.
Felix Matathias
November 26, 2001
I never met you, I did not know you.I read your profile in the New York Times. You could have been my mother.God Bless you. Rest in peace. You are an angel now.
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