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Maxima Jean-Pierre
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Maxima Jean-Pierre Obituary
Sometimes those big guys on Wall Street needed to be handled like babies. That is where Maxima Jean-Pierre came in.
In spite of her maximum name, Ms. Jean- Pierre was not tall and gorgeous. She was short and gorgeous, about 5-foot-4, a size 2. But when she walked into the 105th floor executive offices of Cantor Fitzgerald, watch out. "She was very small, but so are hurricanes until they start," said her husband, Michael Zinkofsky.
If Ms. Jean-Pierre, a food-service administrator, noticed that one of the executives had not eaten all day, she would bring him a plate with a note on it saying, "Please eat this. You might get sick. When I come back, it better be gone." They always ate it.
"They knew who was boss," her husband said.
Ms. Jean-Pierre, 40, and Mr. Zinkofsky were both on their second marriages, and had been together for two years, sharing a house and six children in Bellport, New York. Naturally, the big shots became very attached to her. Once, Howard W. Lutnick, the president of Cantor Fitzgerald, was in London during a videoconference. On the screen, he noticed Ms. Jean-Pierre walk into the room in New York. He paused for a beat, said "Hi, Maxima," and calmly went back to business.
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Esther Munoz
September 11, 2021
I will never forget Maxima. She was so kind and loving to everyone. I will always remember the last time I saw her. She was dancing at her wedding, so full of life. Even on her special day, she wanted to make sure everyone was enjoying themselves. Her beautiful smile is forever a reminder of human kindness. That is how will always remember her.
A.L.
August 13, 2019
Gone too soon. May the love of friends and family help you cope with your grief.
February 20, 2016
Maxima was on my front deck drinking coffee and reading her Bible. She told me that she was ready to meet her creator and a month later she was gone.
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Maria Muriente
September 10, 2014
"What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch. We may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget." Anonymous
In loving memory of your beautiful mother.
Giselle Carrillo
September 9, 2014
I'm lighting this candle in honor of both your parents! May they continue to Rest Easy.
eric garrett
September 9, 2014
I was young but I remember the love I would feel everytime being around even when she scared me,I will always love her.
Lupe Garcia-Rivera
September 11, 2012
The Far Rockaway Spanish SDA church holds a special place in my heart. Many childhood memories of my church family include Maxima. The memory of her beautiful smile will forever be in my heart. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family & friends and our church family. May God give us all the peace in knowing we will see you again soon!!
Granddaughter
Nelly J. Pierre
September 10, 2012
I wasnt born to see 9/11 but now that ive seen I cry everytime I might have not know her but I feel like shes right next to me 24/7 the point is even if I know her or not I love her with all my heart she will always b my grandma who is an Angel in Heaven. I luv u God Bless us all.
Granddaughter Nelly
Nelly
September 10, 2012
nelly jean-pierre
September 8, 2012
i wasnt born to see 9/11 but now that ive seen i cry everytime i might have not know her but
i feel like shes right next to me 247 the point is even if i know her or not i love her with all my
Donna-Mike Raab
September 9, 2011
I remember Maxima, even though I never personally met her, whenever I think of her mother-in-law and father-in-law Barbara and Marty Zinkofsky. They also have left this world but of natural causes, not man made ones like the terrorists brought us. And of course whenever I think of the terrible event that occured in our country on Sept 11, 2001 I think of her and the Zinkofsky family and all they went through. We will always remember. Our love and prayers are still with her family and children. On this 10th Anniversary we wish you peace in the love you shared.
P Tabbernor
November 17, 2006
In memory....
Kristine
November 6, 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.
Margaret Healy
September 12, 2006
I did not know Maxima Jean-Pierre, but I made her block in the Memory Quilt. I read as much as I could find and did what I thought would honor her, with a small garden scene and she now has a place in my memory forever. On this 5th anniversary please accept my sympathy that your family suffered such a loss.
Rachel Jean-Pierre
August 31, 2005
I wanted to take the time to thank everyone who has signed this guestbook,for your support,your prayers, and for your love towards my family and i. we all know that my mother was an angel sent down from heaven ,who loved her kids dearly, and today i am proud to know that her presence will still be carried on through her children,the rest of the family ,and friends.may god bless each and everyone of the people who took the time to sign the guestbook, and once again thank you!
Jean Mathurin
August 31, 2005
I'm sorry it took so long for me to share my feelings on this Angel of ours.
I didn't know Ms.Maxima Jean-Pierre nor her husband. I know her kids and one of them happen to be my sweet beloved girlfriend. She told me stories and showed me pictures of her mom and it's by that i come to find that she's very lovely and was loved by many at her workforce. It hurts me deeply knowing that i'm so close in asking her daughter to take my hand in marriage and she won't be apart of it.
Maxima Jn-Pierre, i want to say thank you for bringing a fine, lovely, sweet, person on this world of ours. I wished i had met you and had to come and asked you to accept me to be your daughter's boyfriend. I wished a lot of things were different but i know you're in god's hands and can nothing take that away. Just promise you'll save a place in you're kingdom for me.
Anjunelly Jean-Pierre (Gartrell)
August 30, 2005
Thank you everyone for taking time and writing something about my mom.
I know she lives throught each and every person she came across. thank you for your prayers for our family. you can reach me by email [email protected]
God Bless everyone.
Maureen Cooper
January 27, 2003
I was given a remembrance braclet with Maxima Jean-Pierre's name on it. I wear it proudly, and even thou I did not know her, I think of her often, and feel sorry for her loss to her family and friends.
Margaret Morales
September 27, 2002
When I met Maxima I was working on the 105th fl. She was my sister in Christ. She was a spirit filled person bringing encouragement to me and those she meet. I came to know her and her family very well. I will miss her dearly, to her husband Mike, she will be alive always in the memories you had together. To her children stay strong in The Lord for if you continue to holdfast you will be renuited again. God Bless you all.
april potenciano
September 11, 2002
You were not only my best friend's mother, you were also like a mother to me. You never failed in your generosity, kindness, and love. Andy, Ajax, Anjunelly, and Rachel were very lucky to have you, and are still lucky to have you watching over them. You will always be missed and live on in the hearts and minds of those who loved you.
Mike & Donna Raab
September 11, 2002
We never met Maxima, in fact have not seen Michael for years, but we hear she was a wonderful person. We know and remember the fun we had with Michael when visiting New York, he is our cousin by marriage and know the pain he is suffering at the loss of his wife,through his Dad Marty (and Barbara). We pray that there will be peace in the memory of her love and that her love will live through her children and Michael. God Bless You, God Bless New York and God Bless this Country. Mike & Donna Raab & family
Tameka Bezue
September 10, 2002
In remembrance of the 9/11 tragedy, the employees of Wilmington Assembly in Wilmington, DE have elected to wear name tags in honor of the victims. I was chosen to proudly display Maxima's name in honor of her memory. My thoughts and prayers are with the family she left behind.
Joëlle Debruche
July 16, 2002
With all my heart I'm going to stitch your name on the Memorial Flag.
Vous êtes partie mais vous vivrez toujours dans le coeur de ceux qui vous ont aimée.
Joëlle
Ancris Munoz
July 11, 2002
Maxima, your love, smile, intelligence, and integrity is missed. But all these things live on in your beautiful and loving children. God bless them and be with them always.
Lori Ozdal-Leeb
April 15, 2002
I met Maxima about 2 years ago. I'm very good friends with her husband Mike. When I saw him with her she just brought the best out in him. After his marrage ending I never thought he would be able to bounce back but when he met Maxima she just brought light to his life. My heart goes out to the entire family and will always be there for them. She will be in our thoughts and hearts always.
Susan Sciangula
March 6, 2002
I met Maxima only once, at a high school basketball game. I used to drive her daughter Anjunelly home from the games. I know Maxima must have been a special women because it showed through her daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
February 6, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL WOMAN MAXIMA JEAN-PIERRE 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..AMEN
Teresa Jahn
December 28, 2001
We are very sorry for your loss of Maxima. Sounds like she was a great person, the world will miss her tremendously. May Maxima's personage, her life and love live on in those who love her. 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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