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Martin Morales moved from a small Mexican village to New York City three years ago, seeking the storybook American life. Living in a cramped basement apartment with a half-dozen relatives in Elmhurst, Queens, he scoured Spanish-speaking newspapers for jobs, working here and there until about a year ago, when he landed a job as an assistant chef at Windows on the World, said his brother, Gonzalo Morales.
The picturesque views of Lady Liberty and Governors Island allowed Martin Morales, 22, to reflect daily on the mission ahead of him. He wanted to learn English and earn enough money to build a house in the countryside back home, his brother said.
His 9-year-old niece, Diana Narvaiz, said she will miss playing soccer with her uncle and his sense of humor. "He would always say he was going to Mexico," she said. "It was funny because he was really going to work or the store."
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S J. Friscia III
February 24, 2015
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
P Tabbernor
January 7, 2007
In remembrance....
Kristine
November 17, 2006
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.
J M
November 13, 2002
To the Family of Martin
I am sorry for your loss of such young man. While watching the horror of that Tuesday Morning, I prayed for all the people who were trapped in the towers. I know that GOD is with Martin and that he is watching over his family.
You must keep living and never forget Martin!
GOD BLESS YOU!!
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March 11, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG MAN..MARTIN MORALES AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS..STAY CLOSE AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA ..NEW YORK AND THE GOOD PEOPLE OF MEXICO..MAY JESUS AND ST.MARTIN GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
manuel morales
March 9, 2002
Sólo les deseo a sus familiares que el recuerdo de Martín, sirva para no olvidar que el terror y la maldad nunca podrán imponerse a las
ganas de vivir de las buenas personas. Mi más fuerte abrazo a tí y a tu familia; porque par mí sigues viviendo.
Samantha Blair
February 5, 2002
Thank you for coming to America and helping us be the best we can be. We miss you and wish you could have lived out all of your dreams. Peace and love.
Teresa Jahn
December 19, 2001
So very young. We are very sorry for your loss of Martin. 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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