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For the last eight years, Frank Koestner was a stock trader for Cantor Fitzgerald, leaving home at 6 a.m. and trying to leave his office by 7 p.m. At 48, there was never enough time for jogging or skiing or hiking or biking or whitewater rafting.
Since his divorce two years ago, there was never enough time with his 5-year-old daughter, Carolyn. He would spend alternate weekends with her. In summer, they would go to a park or zoo or swim in a backyard pool he put in for her. In winter, they would shovel snow together, even if there had been only flurries, because she thought it was fun.
He was planning to marry Michelle Stabile on Oct. 28. During the week of Sept. 11 they were supposed to close on a three-bedroom house in Massapequa Shores on Long Island. "He was articulate and educated and ethical," said Dominick Schook, his friend for 31 years. "He was the type of person where you could go away and leave a million dollars on the coffee table and when you got back there would be a million dollars plus interest."
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John Kahn
September 4, 2021
FRANK - I STILL THINK OF YOU !
We met in our High School teens unloading trucks part time after School, at Bohack. We went about our lives after that job, and were not always in contact. However, when you called me or I call you it was like we had just been out the night before, at a club in NYC.
You were so happy at the dinner / drinks we had just a few nights before 9/11. I was just leaving my home for my meeting at Columbia U. when Mark H. (TV-CNBC) made the statement that a plane had just hit the WTC. I called you and for the first time in our friendship you didn't pickup.
i was looking forward to meeting you for a drink after work at Windows on the World. I can see this maybe some time before we get together again, but i am looking forward that meeting.
SEE YOU THEN,
John
Amanda
September 11, 2014
Never forgotten.
S J. Friscia III
April 20, 2014
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With Honor & Respect.
P Tabbernor
November 26, 2006
In memory....
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Kristine
November 7, 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.
John G Wheelock
September 10, 2006
Carolyn -
Your father's love for you will endure through eternity. Know that in your heart and mind ...
Respectfully,
.
CAROLYN KOESTNER
March 23, 2004
Dear Daddy,
I LOVE YOU, I MISS YOU, and
I think of you every day.
Please continue to watch over me.
Love and Kisses,
Carolyn XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO
September 20, 2002
Dear Frankie,
You are always in our hearts.
Your spirit shines through your
loving Daughter, Carolyn. She is
an amazing child.
We see your smile, your charm,
your determination, your beauty,
your expressions, and your
strength in her.
Continue to watch over her and
guide her. She needs you.
-- A Friend
Glenn Stahl
September 10, 2002
I lost a true friend on that horrible day. I remember the good times we all had hanging out together, Dominic, Steve, Manny, Frankie I., Frank and I. I guess this would be about 20 yrs. that I have the honor of calling Frank a friend. I lived in New York most of my life, growing up in Brooklyn and Queens before moving to Florida. Mere words can't appropriately express the sadness I felt on that horrible day, trying to understand why Frank. Please God give Frank's family & others he has touched the Strength & Wisdom & Love to get through this as we approach the One Year Anniversary of that horrible day. I will never forget our friendship and will treasure the memories forever. Your friend, Glenn.
Hilda De Nigris
May 24, 2002
I knew Frank thru my brother, Manny Kropf. We hung out together during the late 70's early 80's and had some good times going to the Hamptons, Long Beach Island & clubs (then disco fever) and it saddens me to know that this man's life is no more. I am deeply touched by this tragic lose of a man who was just starting to live life. My heart goes out to all who have crossed his path....
Angie Campbell
May 3, 2002
Rest in peace..........forever.
February 14, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN FRANK J.KOESTNER AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY...DAUGHTER ...FIANCEE AND MANY FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY GOD AND ST.FRANCIS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN..AMEN
Teresa Jahn
December 26, 2001
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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