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Stephanie McKenna Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 27, 2001.

STEPHANIE MCKENNA, 45, of New York, worked in the accounting department at Reinsurance Solutions Inc. "There are people who do a million things," said friend Ellen Pavia. "But she went to work, came home, and took care of her son. She just loved being with him." Brian, 11, made his mother especially proud when was elected to his school's student council last year. "The greatest time in her life was when she was expecting her baby," Pavia said. "That was the most important thing to her, and it gradually grew into what had meant the most to her."

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Ann marie dawes

November 4, 2024

My maiden name is mckenna.i just wanted to pass on my condolences.as we could have been related family went to new York from Ireland so you never know rip stephanie xx

Andrea Mateo

October 26, 2024

I´m looking up a few names that stood out to me today as I took pictures at the 9/11 memorial yesterday. A little squirrel was nibbling on a pink carnation in the name above Stephanie´s, and it was absolutely adorable. It brought joy to the somber moment. I hope these pictures brings a smile to whoever sees them. My 12-year-old daughter, who is my world, was with me when I took this picture.

S J. Friscia III

October 17, 2014

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With Honor & Respect.

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December 28, 2006

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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.

Kristin

September 12, 2003

Dear Sweet Brian,

I saw you on television and read about you in The Advance and wanted to let you know that your mom will not be forgotten bec. of you. I have a son, too, and hope he'll one day think of me the way you think of your mom. She would have been so proud of you. You spoke so sweetly. God bless you always.

Stephanie McKenna-Gilfillan

September 11, 2003

My maiden name is Stephanie McKenna. It's very surreal to see someone with my name who died at the World Trade Center. May Stephanie's family be free from suffering. I know that she is.
Stephanie A. McKenna-Gilfillan

C BR

September 11, 2003

WOW, GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR SON. I HEARD YOUR SON TALK TODAY AND HE SAID THAT YOU WERE HIS STAR AND ALWAYS IN HIS HEART. WOW IS ALL I CAN SAY! MAY YOU ALWAYS BE WITH YOUR SON AND GUIDE HIM AND BLESS HIM. I ALSO HAVE A SON AND HE IS MY WORLD. SMILE IN HEAVEN AND UPON US.

GIVE HIM THE STRENGTH HE NEEDS.

LOVE, PEACE, HAPPINESS.

QUIETLY WHILE YOU WERE ASLEEP THE MOON AAND I WERE TALKING, I ASKED THAT SHE'D ALWAYS KEEP YOU PROTECTED. SHE PROMISED YOU HER LIGHT, THAT YOU SO GRACEFULLY CARRY.

GLOD BLESS US ALL

Annamarie Giordano-McPherson

September 11, 2003

Dearest Stephanie

We were truly blessed with the love of family...it was my honor to be your "Aunt"..even tho we were the same age...(Laughing)...Brian is a true blessing and you would be very proud to know he has your strength and will become anything he sets out to be....you are truly missed but live in our hearts always...

Love always your family,

John~Annamarie~Jamie~Patri ck

Joseph Denora

July 23, 2003

Stephanie and I were married for 8 years and while it did not work out we parted wishing each other always the best. About a year before 9/11 I told a friend I wanted to track her down and just kind'a say hi and let her know I hoped all was well with her. Unfortunately, I got busy and I never got to do that. I will always regret that. I wish her son all the best and want him to know that he is in my prayers. Stephanie, I wish you peace in heaven.

Joe

Kathy McKenna

June 1, 2003

I didn't know Stephanie, but I have a Sister-In-Law with the same name, so this remembrance caught my attention. I was stuck by what I read about her love for her son Brian, as my daughter is so precious to me. I will be praying for you, Brian. I'm sure you will grow to be a man she would be proud of, with a mom who loved you like that.

Roseann Fornito

September 26, 2002

To the McKena family,I read in the SI Advance the letter that Brian wrote to his mom and my heart broke. I am a mother of 2 boys and I know that a mother is everything to a child. I just wanted you to know that from our family to yours, our thoughts and prayers are with you. I am sure that your mom was very proud of you and I am sure that she will be watching you everyday to help guid you through lifes difficult times. May God Bless You Brian and keep you safe. Rest in Peace Stephanie.

Jane Weinstein

September 13, 2002

I was very saddened to learn of Stephanie's passing on 9/11. She and I use to work together on capital budgets while she was at AIG in 1995 and 1996. The one thing I remember about her was the love she had for her son. As soon as our discussion of work was over, she and I immediately started talking about our children. Just the look on her face whenever she spoke of him, told me just how much she loved being a mother. The other day I was cleaning out my file cabinet and came across a file from 1996. I started looking through it and came across several memos from her as well as a telephone message with her name on it. I started to cry. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and with her son. Stephanie will always be in my prayers.

LAOH Division 17

September 12, 2002

On September 11, 2002, The family of Stephanie McKenna is in our thoughts and prayers. May God watch over you and guide you through this difficult time.

Patsy Burnham

September 10, 2002

My name is Patsy and I live in Houston, Texas. My son and daughter attend St. Pius X high school which is sponsoring a remeberance week involving September 11. Included in this week is the wearing of wrist-bands, each bearing the name of a victim of the 9/11 attacks. I received Stephanie McKenna, 45. Although I have no personal connection to Stephanie other than my wrist-band, I still feel sorrow and grief toward the events. I know these feelings can not begin to reach that of Stephanie's family. Stephanie's family and friends will be in my prayers, as well as the prayers of the St. Pius community.

Anna Grace Pastore

May 26, 2002

I remember Stephanie from elementary school. She was always into her books and loved to read. I realize that God only takes the good and loving people to be with Him. Stephanie is now an angel with God and she is looking down at us always. May God bless her son, Brian, and give him the strength to grow up into a fine young man. I will always remember you, Stephanie.

Angie Campbell

May 7, 2002

May God Bless you and the family and friends that you left behind on 11 September 2001. Rest in peace.......... forever more.

Patricia Barraza

March 19, 2002

We Remember Them

From the Gates of Repentance

New Union Prayer Book for the Days of Awe

Author Unknown

At the rising of the sun and at its going down,

We remember them.

At the blowing of the wind and in the chill of Winter,

We remember them.

At the opening of buds and in the rebirth of Spring,

We remember them.

At the blueness of the skies and in the warmth of Summer,

We remember them.

At the rustling of leaves and the beauty of Autumn,

We remember them.

At the beginning of the year and when it ends,

We remember them.

As long as we live, they too will live;

for they are now a part of us, as we remember them.

When we are weary and in need of strength,

We remember them.

When we are lost and sick at heart,

We remember them.

When we have joys we yearn to share,

We remember them.

When we have decisions that are difficult to make,

We remember them .

When we have achievements that are based on theirs,

We remember them.

As long as we live, they too shall live,

for they are a part of us, as we remember them.

In Loving Memory of our Beloved RSI Colleagues, Stephanie, Aida, Bob, Glenn, Bill, Nancy, Sandy, Joe

& all of the other innocents who were the first heroes in the this war on terrorism. May their sacrifices serve to strengthen our resolve, and may we never forget how they laughed and lived and worked and loved. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

Tina Brizuela

March 11, 2002

I first met Stephanie when she came to work at Somerset Marine. It was an inspiration to see how dedicated she was to her son Brian. She always spoke of Brian with great love. It was amazing how she would work all day and then go home and work on all these elaborate projects with her son. I remember how much time she spent helping him create things, especially the Pearl Harbor exhibit.

She also love anything Disney. I remember how excited she was about going on the Disney cruise. I still can't believe she is gone.

She will be missed a great deal. God Bless her family and give them strength.

March 6, 2002

DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS LOVELY WOMAN...STEPHANIE MCKENNA AND MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HER SON...FAMILY AND FRIENDS..STAY CLOSE AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY JESUS AND ST.STEPHAN GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN

Joey Yodice

January 30, 2002

Just want to let you know that you will be missed terribly, and you will be forever in our hearts.

Fran Dore

January 28, 2002

It's still hard to believe your gone. Just the other day Kim was watching a video and there you were. Smiling with Shawn in your arms. You are missed a great deal. I think and pray for your family all the time. Through it all, Brian stood tall and proud. I know your watching him,pulling him through the hardest time.

RoseMary Cassissa

January 14, 2002

I first met Stephanie working at AIG. Stephanie was a very good friend to know. I will never forget how dedicated to her son Brian she was.

I still turn the corner of the aisles in Shoprite on Friday nights and expect to find her and her dad.

I will miss you Stephanie and always remember you in my prayers.

Marisol Serrano

January 2, 2002

I used to work with Stephanie (and maybe even for her when I first started with AIG/AH). I remember when she got pregnant with Brian - how happy she was and grateful. After he was born that was it, he became her #1 reason to achieve her goals and do good by him. She was always so proud of him - you could see it in her face even when she just showed pictures of him like at his birthday parties or just hanging out at home with his mom Stephanie or her mom/his grandmother. One thing I will always remember that Stephanie taught me is that "when you want something really bad and you work hard at it you CAN achieve"... My sympathy to her loving son Brian and her family - love Marisol who will always have you in her prayers.

Teresa Jahn

December 21, 2001

We are very sorry for your loss of Stephanie. May her life and love continue on through Brian and all 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

Annette Tow

October 28, 2001

I first knew her as Stephanie Terzian when she worked at AIG/NUF during the 1980's, and I worked for PNI. It was a pleasure working with her, as she was knowledgeable, always cheerful, and we were both achievers. After PNI was purchased by Guy Carpenter, we lost track of each other until a year ago, when she joined RSI. She saw my name in the Marsh/Guy Carpenter phone directory, and called. During the past year, our working relationship was the same as before. Although, I never met her personally, we had planned to meet for lunch on a 'slow' business day. I regret that the 'slow business' day never came.

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