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Gregory Trost Obituary
Whenever he was at a party, Gregory Trost would invariably be asked to perform "The Creep."
The dance he invented involved shrugging his shoulders, slithering across the room and other aspects of creepiness rendered with bellyaching hilarity by Mr. Trost, said his sister, Jeanne Trost. Mr. Trost, 26, was a research analyst for Keefe, Bruyette & Woods.
"He had a sense of humor that set the gauge for everyone else," said Ms. Trost, who is two years younger than her brother. "What he found funny, it somehow always became funny."
Ms. Trost, who described her brother as her best friend, said he was a natural entertainer, a "human jukebox," who could recite the words to just about any song, from his favorite musician, Neil Young, to Johnny Cash.
Mr. Trost "loved everything from Broadway shows to Nascar racing," said his father, George Trost, who added that he and his son had begun a tradition three years ago of going to the auto races every year on Father's Day.
"His smile was one of the best characteristics," Ms. Trost said. "He had this laugh that came from so deep within him. I know everybody who has lost somebody ‹ they were special. I don't know, not to be clichéd, but he really was the most unbelievable person. He was just a really caring, generous, loving person, son, friend, brother."
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RUDD BUDD
September 11, 2023
We Rembember...
Rudd Budd
September 11, 2022
Never Forgotten...Ever
Ginger Otis Vance
September 12, 2021
I loved reading about Gregory. I wish that I had the pleasure of knowing him as a 'human jukebox'. I think the first time I met Gregory and Jeanne was when Marie was playing bridge with my mom at our apartment and maybe you couldn't get a babysitter? Not sure but I remember vividly when my parents told us that Gregory had passed. It was the same day I learned one of my Stuyvesant classmates also did not make it. A dark day indeed. My thoughts are with you all.
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Rudd Budd
September 11, 2021
Remembering...As Always. We will never forget.
Rudd Budd
September 11, 2020
19 Years...Never Forgotten.
Dave Canaris
September 11, 2019
Hi, I visited the 9/11 memorial site a month ago. I had a short amount of time to spend, so snapped a few pictures. One was with several names carved in the granite, one being Gregory. I didnt know him, but he was a small piece I took back from my visit. Thought I should finally look up who I got in the photo. It doesnt like the file type for some reason so I did not add here unfortunately.
A day I will always remember.
TH
September 11, 2018
Always remember on this day
TH
September 11, 2016
Remembering Gregg today as always
Robert Trost
Joanne Ericson
September 10, 2016
Greg,
I know you are sitting with Grandpa, Grandma and Ariel as you read this. I know you are enveloped in love. This Tuesday we formally say good bye to Grandpa, but I know he is already there with you. It gets harder every time one of you leaves us. You are missed every day. Even though there were miles between us there was never a lack of love and respect. Look down on your family and know that you are always here in spirit. Know that we never forget your laugh or the way you kept your dad smiling.....the tenderness you showed your mom....and the wonderful brother you were to Jeanne. Your aunts, uncles, grandparents, cousins all felt the sting of losing you. One by one we will join you again. Until that time you are in my heart.
Love you,
Aunt Joanne
September 9, 2016
Mr. and Mrs. Trost and family,
I was in the same freshman dorm as Greg at W&M and swam with him freshman year. He had such a kind, gentle spirit and loved to laugh with the other goofball boys on his freshman hall. :). I can just hear the other guys saying, "TROOOOST," which is what they called him, and see him laughing in response.
I still think of him and pray for him and for you.
With love,
Ann Marie Housel Hynes
Raleigh, NC
Barbara O'Connell
September 12, 2015
14 years have passed and on this day, I still think on some of those lost who passed through my life and changed it for the better. I still remember Greg, the student in my sophomore class at Regis who could bring a smile to everyone's face. May God's light continue to be with you and blessings to your family.
Rudd Budd
September 11, 2015
Remembering Greg today and lifting up his family and loved ones in prayer.
September 6, 2015
Greg, I know I'm very late in writing. You now have a new uncle, our anniversary (1 yr) is tomorrow. This past year has been wonderful and devastating at the same time. Glenn is a great guy, the two of you would've shared lots of laughs. The devastation come from losing Ariel, Glenn's 23 yr old daughter 1/31/15. I know you are protecting your new cousin and letting her know how special she is. Thank you so much for that. You are in my thoughts every day, no one could replace you but in my heart I know, only the good die young. God bless you and your family.
Tammy Lasley
September 11, 2014
Hugs, Love and prayers to your family. You may not be on this earth but you are NEVER forgotten. We will see you in heaven. Enjoy the races up there Rudd bud.
TH
September 10, 2014
13 years later, we will never forget you, Greg. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family members.
Richard Park
May 6, 2014
In my thoughts...you, your sis, and family...
Joyce Post
September 11, 2013
My prayers are with your family. I know that you are in heaven with our lord.
Denise (Merrill Lynch)
September 11, 2013
As I reflect on this day,Greg always comes to my mind. My son is 16 now and I still pray that he will have character traits like those of Greg. You are missed so much!! To Greg's family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. We will never forget!
gricelle cruz
September 11, 2013
Gone but not forgotten!..
September 11, 2013
12 years and it seems like yesterday. God Bless Rudd bud.
September 11, 2013
How can this much time have passed? Life becomes so busy....I haven't seen you parents in a long time, but I send my love to them. I have never seen Jeanne's baby's in person but in pictures they are beautiful and I'm sure spectacular. I wish you were here to make them and all of us laugh. You are missed always but particularly on this anniversary. You are in my thoughts and I know someday I will laugh with you again. Until the. I send my love.
Aunt Joanne
Laura Bopp
September 10, 2013
I think of Greg every year. His smile, his easy laugh and his kindness.
Clara
September 12, 2012
Thinking about and praying for your family near this 9/11 anniversary.
Joanne Ramirez
September 11, 2012
Time swiftly passes, yet on days like this it stands totally still. My mind darts from the day we lost you to the last time I saw you. It's rolls back time to you as a toddler sweetly kissing Jeanne in front of the Christmas tree. Always picturing your smiling face, your playful ways, your patience...You are an Uncle, a brother in law, a beloved son, a brother, a special nephew, an adored grandson, a cousin, and a close friend to many people. Although you watch us from afar, your presence is real. You are love, laughter and peace in all our lives everyday.
Rhonda Adams
September 11, 2012
Every year I think about Greg on this day. I always say a prayer for a family whose loved one I only knew through words and postings and our love for our favorite NASCAR driver! Keeping all families and friends of those lost in my prayers and especially as always on this day, the Trost family.
As Tammy said a few postings down...Rest in Peace Ruddbud!
Nancy Campbell
September 11, 2012
The first missing poster I saw on 2nd Avenue in the 80s on 9/12/2001 was Gregory Trost. I am truly sorry he was never found. I will always remember him though I never knew him.
Mick and Susie
September 11, 2012
George, Marie, Jeanne and Brendan, we remember Greg today with sadness and yet with joy for the love and fun he brought into our hearts and the hearts of all who knew him. We are with you in spirit today, and sending you much love. We will never forget.
Steve Jolley
September 11, 2012
Always in our thoughts and prayers, Greg will never be forgotten.
Tammy Lasley
September 11, 2012
Here we are 11 years later and time stops and its 2001 all over again :( GOD Bless and know you will never be forgotten. R.I.P. Ruddbud.
Denise Duell
September 10, 2012
It seems like yesterday, we were all working those late nights at Merrill Lynch and Greg would say something to make us all laugh. We cherish those times and memories our ML FMR team had together. Greg will always have a special place in our hearts. I think of him often and continue to lift you all up in my prayers. It is so true that when I think of Greg, a big smile comes on my face and oh how he touched all of our hearts.God Bless!
Sonia Boushell-Swartz
September 7, 2012
Dear George and Marie
My parents adored you as well as Greg. My Mom cherished a picture of Greg modeling a sweater made from Minerva yarn. I can still see that picture.
My prayers and love to your family as you grieve.
Greg was loved by so many, especially by your Mom and Dad, his grandparents and my parents Della and George Boushell.
We will never forget Greg. He will always be in our hearts.
Joyce Post
September 12, 2011
Dear George
Thinking of you and your family this weekend. May God bless you
Sincerely, Joyce
September 11, 2011
I only met Greg once about 10 days before his loss at Marty O'Briens. I was visiting a friend from Canada. Your son was having so much fun, and clearly had a joy of life. He was singing Chicago, Chicago and I videotaped him. I hope you received the tape. My thoughts are with you and your family and friends on this tenth anniversary. I think of him often with a smile. Ann Farquharson, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada.
Vincent Hevern, SJ
September 11, 2011
As I do every year, I remembered you at Mass today and asked the congregation to join me in that prayer. Your smile and laughter continues to lighten our hearts. You will always be in our prayers and memory.
Ruddgirl
September 11, 2011
GOD BLESS you Rudd bud, you have not been forgotten. I saw your smiling face today and it made me smile as usual. I almost got to see you, but God said not yet. When I do get there, it will be race time.
a rudd budd
September 11, 2011
Always holding Greg and his loved ones in our hearts and prayers.
He will never be forgotten.
Sarah Sykora
September 11, 2011
There are things all the time that remind us of Greg; while his absence still makes us incredibly sad, our memories of him always make us smile and often even laugh out loud. We will always love and miss our dear friend.
Colleen Azeez
September 11, 2011
Greg
We at Merrill Lynch think of you all the time. You were only part of our life for a short time but left a permanent mark in our hearts. Your kindness, character, sense of humor, and smile will never be forgotten.
Your friends and colleagues at Merrill Lynch
Joanne Ramirez
September 10, 2011
Tomorrow is the 10th anniversary of the day we lost you. The news has talked about it for months. It's painful to watch the replay of that day. I can only imagine how difficult it is for your mom, dad & Jeanne.
Grandma came up to be with you this year too. I'm comforted in knowing she's with you. I know you'll take great care of her. She loves you very much.
They are erecting a beautiful memorial in New York. When it's complete next year I plan to take a trip to visit it. It looks like it will be a place of peace, a fitting tribute.
I love you and miss you,
Aunt Joanne
Denise Duell
September 10, 2011
I think of Greg often and our good times at Merrill Lynch. My son is 13 now and I have tried to teach him to be like Greg. Kind, compassionate and funny. These r just a few of his wonderful qualities. I told Greg and you all in that letter that I pray that Evan, my son will be like Greg whe he grows up. I pray for u all and miss Greg. May u all continue to feel Gods loving arms as they are wrapped around u all.
Niki O'Keeffe
September 9, 2011
Your family continues to be in our prayers.
Peter Corritori
August 25, 2011
Always thinking about you and your family around this time of year. God Bless you all.
Greg Zak
May 30, 2011
To George, Mrs. Trost and family,
I’m sending you my heart-felt condolences on the loss of Gregory James. While I never met him, I wish I had. From what was said on the Legacy site he sounds like an outstanding person.
Recently a client told me about losing a good friend on 9/11. His description of his loss drew me to the list of those lost on the internet. Out of nearly 3000 names, the Trost listing jumped out. I used a search engine to see if I could get more information. The search led me to Legacy.
George, I don’t know if you remember me from Leucadia, Calif. Back in 1962-63 I was proud to have you and Mick for friends. Your dad was one of my recruiters that led me to join the Marine Corps.
Contact me if you want to catch up after nearly 50 years, if not I understand, this is a painful way to have a reunion.
Joanne Ramirez
May 3, 2011
The news has been filled with stories about the demise of the villain that took you from us. He was only a weak, worthless man......... he will fade to his deserved nonexistence.
You and those like you will shine like the thousands of stars that you are...... your radiance will remain everlasting.
Vincent Hevern, SJ
September 11, 2010
On this 9th anniversary of Greg's death, I can only offer my fond memories of a wonderful Regian whom I knew through the Hearn Speech & Debate Society. His impish smiles, great laugh, and penetrating intelligence made him one of the most lively and remarkable guys in his class. His loss is immeasurable and I can only offer my own prayers once more for him, his family, and his many many friends. RIP
Tom Haggerty
September 11, 2009
My thoughts always turn to Greg on this day, our old swimming days growing up and how he made everyone laugh. My thoughts and prayers to the Trost family.
Mimosa McNerney
September 15, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family!! My memories of GAK swimming w/Greg will always be with me...
sue trost
September 12, 2008
Each year we are all reminded, but Greg lives in our hearts every day. His spirit is still strong and we smile when we think of his laughter and the amazing love he shared with his family and friends. Live on, wonderful spirit, and remind us to never take anything for granted and to always appreciate the people we love.
Love to George, Marie, Jeannie and Brendan,
Sue and Mick
Josh Glantz
September 12, 2008
To the Trost family and to all of his friends: my thoughts and symptathies are with you. I'm sure that we will all remember Greg with a huge smile!
Joanne Ramirez
September 12, 2008
Where does the time go? I guess the passing of it is a blessing which allows us, as humans, to heal. Or at least to be capable of going through the motions of living our lives. But every year at this time we must endure the reminder of this loss. Greg I'm sure you are smiling down on all of us ... telling us to shape up if we expect to join you up there. You were such a loving guy, that's what I always remember. Sweet words and a big smile. What a legacy .... what luck to have had you in my life. I love you.
Aunt Joanne
Rachel Delia (Hahn)
September 11, 2008
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Trost and Jeanne,
I think about you often not only on this day-Greg continues to live on in all of our hearts and memories-as everyone says he always made us laugh in any situation...one of my favorite stories was when I was driving him to a swim meet and he was in the passenger side and we are at a toll and he said "I got it-don't worry" then continued to roll down his window and toss the change all the way over the car from his side...also still have images of him pulling up to practice in his little green car w/ head phones on jamming to music...Greg touched everybody he came in contact with and will always be remembered. My heart goes out to you and your family.
John Waters
September 11, 2008
Always remember Greg as my fellow swimming redhead and that he was always able to light up the room. Will keep the family and all victims in my prayers.
September 11, 2008
"May the Lord keep you in His hand and never close His fist too tight."
- Irish Blessing
Courtney Morrall (Friedman)
September 11, 2008
He was the reason we laughed (instead of cried) at swim practice. A truly warm hearted guy. Much love to his family. I know he is sorely missed.
Regina Neto
September 11, 2008
Jeannie...I have been wanting to reach out to you for a while now. I know that my words offer no solace at a time like now but I just want you to know that you are in my thoughts...often. I would love to see or talk to you its been a long time. I am still in Mt Kisco and hoping that you are in Dobbs Ferry so we can get together.
Liz Pizzi
September 11, 2008
Greg, I said a prayer for you today. I have SO many childhood memories of you that I hold close to my heart. Growing up with you and Jeanne made life easy and fun! I miss those times. I miss going to the "Club" together and hanging out with you guys during all of those summers when we were young. I miss hearing you sing "Gloria" with your Dad, blasting the music so loud that the entire house that you lived in Dobbs Ferry would vibrate! Those were good times! It was an honor to know such an amazing, funny, and caring person. I will never forget you. I will cherish our memories forever. With love always, Liz
Margo Diamond
September 11, 2008
Dear Jeanne, Mr. & Mrs. Trost,
I think of you every year on this day, and at various times throughout the year. Greg was like a brother and I will always miss him. My heart goes out to you.
Love,
Margo
nichole ramirez
September 11, 2008
"People have stars, but they aren't the same. For travelers, the stars are guides. For other people, they're nothing but tiny lights. And for still others, for scholars, they're problems. For my businessman, they were gold. But all those stars are silent stars. You, though, you'll have stars like nobody else."
"What do you mean?"
"When you look up at the sky at night, since I'll be living on one of them, since I'll be laughing on one of them, for you, it'll be as if all the stars are laughing. You'll have stars that can laugh!"
And he laughed again.
"And when you're consoled (everyone is eventually consoled), you'll be glad you've known me. You'll always be my friend. You'll feel like laughing with me. And you'll open your windows sometimes just for the fun of it... And your friends will be amazed to see you laughing while you're looking up at the sky. Then you'll tell them, 'Yes, it's the stars. They always make me laugh!"
December 1986, Disneyland
September 12, 2007
Joanne Ramirez
September 12, 2007
6 years have passed and we have all aged physically and mentally. You Greg will always be a beautiful and handsome young man frozen in time. Your bright face will always come to mind when I think of you. The kindness you extended will continue to be your legacy. I think of you often, I see your pictures everyday. I especially love the one of you and Jeanne kinda goofin' around. On this day each year I wish I could rewrite history, but sadly I cannot. You are always thought about and always loved.
Aunt Joanne
Angelo Liberatore
September 11, 2007
To the Trost Family - Just wanted to let you know that Colleen and I still think of Greg often. It's hard not to when you grew up laughing at the same things, had many of the same small-town experiences, and then even worked in the same field when we grew older.
I remember when Greg left us for Regis after middle school. That summer after his Freshman year we (Hisa Myojin, Erich Kern, Eric Siciliano, myself, among others) planned to meet Greg to play basketball at Gould park (where, by the way, we would destroy any other team that stepped on the court - thanks to Greg and Erich's height!). I remember we were standing in front of DFHS wondering where the heck Greg was, when all of sudden, he jumped out from behind a large tree making this ridiculous machine gun noise with his mouth...his big cheeks blown out and saliva spraying from his lips!! I'll never forget that image, or that time in our lives, when our biggest worry was how many pieces of Bazooka Joe we could buy after we were done guzzling 32 ounces of Coca-Cola.
I miss Greg tremendously. In fact, I pass a Catholic Church every day on my way to work, at which point I recite a quiet Hail Mary and think of both Greg and Erich at least weekly.
Lots of love,
Angelo and Colleen
Liz Pizzi
September 11, 2007
We have not forgotten...your beautiful spirit still lives in our hearts, now and forever!
Liz Pizzi
Ashlee Trost
September 11, 2007
We miss you and always have you in our hearts Greg! <3
P Tabbernor
April 4, 2007
In memory....
Jenn Patch Sandman
September 11, 2006
Mr. and Mrs. Trost, I still remember seeing Greg's picture flash up on the screen on TV coverage five years ago as they showed a missing person paper and I will never forget sitting down smack on my living room floor, sobbing with shock and grabbing my then one and a half year old son. I still cannot imagine your anguish. Greg and I were both freshman together in Yates... even as a freshman he was so full of laughter and delight and funny voices and sunshine! I can't even remember the details of how we knew each other... I swam at William and Mary, did he also for a short while? I cannot remember if that was how we knew each other or if it was the Yates connection... or the fraternities... he lived so full of life with everything, didn't he? Hasn't it all been such a blur? Every year I think of Greg, not just on today but on many days. I tell my three sons about him and his legacy of happiness and laughter, and how he was such a good, good person. They know him so well. I mostly remember his red hair, and his happy cheeks, and his laugh, and his voice. Good memories. I just wanted to let you know that in a small corner of the world, Greg still lives on in a very special way. My thoughts and pain are with you on this day.
A Rudd Budd
September 11, 2006
Remembering Greg, his family, friends and coworkers this day.
You will stay in our prayers and hearts forever.
That great smile.
Joanne Ramirez
September 10, 2006
Aunt Joanne and Greg at the beach.
Joanne Ramirez
September 10, 2006
I just can't imagine how it is for all of you. 5 years and the images are still constantly in the media. Not that we should ever forget, but the reliving must be very, very painful.
I have a bittersweet memory I wanted to share. I remember this day as if it were yesterday. He loved the beach even in the cold weather.
You are in my thoughts.
Greg Trost
July 15, 2006
Mr. & Mrs. Trost,
Please let me wish you and your daughter the sincerest of condolences on the loss of your son. I never met the man, but for obvious reasons, I am connected to him. Greg sounded like a gentleman who liked to have fun and make the most out of life. Even this many years later, I'm sure the loss is as great to you two as ever before. My hope is that your faith has kept you going every day you feel sadness. May we all never forget.
God bless.
Joanne Ramirez
September 12, 2005
Time does not erase the saddness that fills my heart each year at this time. I still hear the genltleness of his voice on my ears and picture that red hair crowning that smiling face. My love to you sweet boy.
Rudd Budd
September 11, 2005
We think of you and will never forget.
Joanne Ramirez
September 12, 2004
Dear George, Marie, Jeanne and Brendan,
I saw the 2 beams of light against the black New York sky and heard the news report that there will be completed construction next year where the towers used to be. It struck me how life goes on even when we are certain with every fiber of our being that there is no way it possibly can. Losing Greg was a devastation no one should have to endure.
Seeing all of you last October at Jeanne's wedding and the beautiful tribute to Greg made me certain we would all persevere. You set a great example of how to keep Greg with us always. You make it comfortable to talk about Greg; in fact you welcome it. Every year of my life I realize more how precious our time here is.
Thank you.
God Bless all of you.
Love,
Joanne
Another 'Rudd Budd' Ricky Rudd Fan Forum Member
September 11, 2004
We will never forget.
Never
Gerry Male
September 24, 2003
Dear Marie, George and Jeanne,
I wanted to let you know that I have been thinking of all of you and Greg on this second anniversary. Although I never met Greg I feel like I know him very well from the way all of you and others have described him. I think he would have been a lot of fun to be with and a person you could always count on. His spirit lives on in all of you!
Fondly,
Gerry
Anita & John Trainor
September 11, 2003
In memory of Greg, on this second anniversary of his tragic loss, we want you to know that we continue to think of Greg and all of you and pray that God continues to give you strength to endure your great loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Joanne Ramirez
September 11, 2003
Dear George, Marie and Jeanne,
2 years have gone by and in many ways it seems as though time has stood still. I often replay the good times we had at Robyn's wedding and it's bitter sweet. Greg being the great guy that he was has left me with a permanent image of his smiling face. It makes me smile when I picture him in my mind, that's the wonderful affect he had on people. I hope your daily routine is becoming easier, I know the media barage can't doesn't help with that. Take care.
Love,
Joanne
Gwen Murray
September 11, 2003
Greg was such a special guy and always so much fun to be around. I was fortunate to have known him during my time at William and Mary. My deepest sympathies are extended to his family. Anyone who was lucky enough to have known Trost, knew what an amazingly funny and unique person he was. He is be missed by many...
Much love,
Gwen Murray
Denise Duell
September 10, 2003
As the 2nd anniversary of 9/11 approaches, please know that Greg is in my thoughts and prayers all the time. I worked with Greg at Merrill Lynch FMR and miss him so much! He touched my life with his graciousness,wonderful attitude and
friendly disposition. I think of those late nights at ML often and treasure the laughs and conversations that we all shared. I will keep Greg's family in my prayers. May God bless you all!
rudd bud
June 15, 2003
we have not forgotten
Diane Huggins
September 30, 2002
Dear Family of Americas Hero Gregory Trost:
I am Diane Huggins Secretary-Poet of Americas 9-11 Memorial Quilt Organization. I am looking over information about Gregory and getting ready today to write a poem about him. I can see what a great and wonderful person that Gregory was and still is. You have my deepest sympathy and I will do my best to capture Gregory's true spirit in the poem I write. I will be mailing it soon as I get it finished. If there is anything you would like to see added in the poem my email is [email protected]
God bless all of your family and you are forever in my prayers and Gregory will forever hold a peice of my heart.
Diane Huggins-Secretary-Poet
Americas 9-11 Memorial Quilt Organization
Terry Bannon Moreno
September 24, 2002
Dear Marie,
Many times over the past year I have thought of you and mourned your loss. Words are inadequate but time is on your side.
I hope that you may some day enjoy life again, content with memories of your son.
My thoughts and hopes are with you, and for you and yours.
With love, Terry Bannon Moreno
Anita & John Trainor
September 18, 2002
At this time of the first anniversary of the tragic loss of Greg, we want to again express our deepest sorrow and condolences to his parents, Marie and George, his sister, Jeanne, and all family members. We have fond memories of Greg as we watched him grow up during the many years at the NYAC/Travers Island, where he was an outstanding member of the swim team with our children, Stacey, Sandra and Anne-Marie. He was a wonderful and cheerful young man who will always be remembered. May God Bless Greg and all of you. You are all in our prayers.
Michael Sclafani
September 12, 2002
Dear Trost family,
I went to Regis with Greg. Many a difficult and trying day was suddenly made easier by Greg simply making me laugh. I never met a person who knew him who was not the better for it, and each one would fight to be the first to admit it.
I consider myself blessed to have known such a good man, and I truly feel sorry for those who never had the chance to meet him.
He will always been remembered for what he brought to that school. My heart is with you.
Pat Masefield
September 12, 2002
To the Trost family,
Our thoughts and prayers are still and always will be with you.
The Masefield family
Joanne Ramirez
September 12, 2002
Dear Marie, George and Jeanne,
I cannot believe a year has passed. Sometimes it feels like yesterday, othertimes it feels so long ago. This year has been more than anyone should have to bear. The relentless media and the lack of answers to this inexplicable horror. I can't begin to image how hard it's been on all of you.
I think of Greg often. I have two distinct pictures in my head...One when he was a little boy just learning to walk and I took him down to the beach. It was cold; we were in coats. We were just exploring and having fun. The other is a sunburned smiling face with his arm slung around me for a picture, before Robyn's wedding.
No words are enough, but I just wanted you to know I wish you peace in the years to come. Greg was who he was because of who all of you are. He was a reflection of the love he received from all of you. Likewise you are a reflection of him. His spirit lives within everyone he's touched but the strongest beacon of his spirit is the three of you.
All my love,
Joanne
Barbara O'Connell
September 11, 2002
To the Trost family,
As a new teacher to Regis, I was grateful to have Greg in my advisement group. He had the ability to make everyone around him laugh out loud. He did make a positive difference in the lives of many. I know firsthand. My prayers will contunue to be with you.
Abby Pellegrino
September 11, 2002
To the Trost Family:
I didn't know Greg personally, I only know him from the fliers that were posted with his picture on them after the attacks last year. But I saw them every day for a while and I came to know all the facts about him. And I still think about him, which is why I looked up his obituary today. I am so sorry for your loss, he sounds like he was a great person. I know that nothing that anyone says will ease your pain, but I am sure he is in a better place and I'm sorry I didn't know him while he was here on earth.
Kristi and Jewell Kngiht
September 11, 2002
Dear Trost Family,
We wanted to let you know that you are in our hearts and prayers. Mike and Sue are very dear friends of ours and although we did not know Greg on a personal level through their stories and comments he seemed like a very special person and friend. We will continue to lift you up in our prayers. Take care and God Bless.
Kristi and Jewell Knight
John Pacor
September 11, 2002
Dear Trost Family,
I am sorry it has taken so long to post this message. I only recently became aware of this site. I am a brother Regian, '92, and a fellow Band/Chorus alum. Since I heard about Greg, he and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers.
On the anniversary of this tragedy, know that Greg has not been forgotten.
Deo et Patriae
Semper Fidelis,
John J. Pacor
Margo Diamond
September 10, 2002
Dear Jeanne and Family,
It has been many years since we've been in touch, but you and your family have been on my mind so much this past year. I still hold fond memories of swimming with you and Greg at Marymount College. Trosty always made everyone smile with his kind heart and wonderful sense of humor. Greg would make me laugh so much that I remember Mr. Butler Jr. banning me from being anywhere near Greg in the weight room hoping the
distance might facilitate some sort of productivity. It never worked because Greg would just make eye contact from across the way and I, along with the rest of his fan club, would start laughing again. Greg was always dropping hilarious comments or making up ridiculous song lyrics about teammates of ours, the exercises we were doing, or anything that popped into his head. He had a truly wonderful gift and made whatever we were doing fun.
I bumped into Greg on New Year's in a subway car a couple years ago and was so happy to see him. It was
great to hear his vibrant recap of the previous few years which included stories of him running across 9 lane highways in Florida and other adventures one would expect dear Trosty to be up to. Greg was like an older brother to many of us who knew him growing up and my heart goes out to you remembering how close the two of you were. I am so very sorry for your loss, Jeanne, and my prayers go out to you and your family.
Greg was loved by all.
Margo
Phill Dearstyne
September 10, 2002
To the Trost Family,
As we approach the one year anniversary of the worst day America has ever had to bear witness to, I regret not contacting you earlier to send my sincere condolances to you. I swam with Greg on the Aqua Kings for many years and the news of his passing caused agreat saddness in my heart and soul. Greg was truely the type of person who could only do good and spread cheer, his laughter caused others to laugh, and his sense of humor lifted many spirits. I am sorry for the painful burden you are now forced to endure and I hope, in time, you will be able to laugh again- somehow I know that he would never want people to stop laughing, even through confusing emotional times like this.
God Bless,
Phill Dearstyne
S. E. Strong
September 8, 2002
TO THE FAMILY OF GREGORY TROST:
After the tragedy on 9/11, my neighborhood, near the armory, was
covered with signs from families beseeching everyone for word of those they loved and lost. These signs broke my heart. They brought the tragedy to a more comprehensible, human scale.
I didn't know your son. His face shone out to me for some unknown reason, among all those photographs I saw everywhere. I came to adopt him as my representative for all the fine innocents lost that day. It's akin to the way people wore i.d. bracelets with the name of a soldier lost or missing during the war in Vietnam.
I hope you don't mind a stranger stepping in to say that your son's smiling face helps me comprehend how precious each person was who was lost that day.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
A Rudd Buddy
September 8, 2002
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
We will hold you in our hearts forever.
Bill & Carolyn Barbieri
September 6, 2002
Dear Marie, George, & Jeanne,
I can't tell you how upset we were to learn that Greg was working in the World Trade Center on 9/11. While it's been many years since we were neighbors in Dobbs Ferry we remember that polite, wonderful little red headed boy that would come to our house selling candy or magazines for one fund raiser or another and how much we enjoyed watching both he and Jeanne become such fine young people.
I found this web site quite by accident through an e-mail we just received and as I sit here in tears thinking of Greg and reading the many tributes to him, my heart goes out to you and your family. Please know that there are many people who will always remember Greg as a remarkable young man who touched so many people in his very short life.
All our love,
Bill & Carolyn Barbieri
September 5, 2002
Many thanks to all of you who signed the guest book, expressed your
condolences and wrote such beautiful tributes to Greg. Greg was a devoted son and brother, and a loyal friend. His kindness, unforgettable smile and wonderful sense of humor brought much happiness to those who knew him.
Our family misses him terribly. We draw strength to go on each day from Greg's life and his joyful spirit. We greatly appreciate everyone's kind words, thoughts and prayers.
George, Marie and Jeanne
Susan Seigle
August 29, 2002
Dear Marie and George,
I was so sorry to learn recently that you lost your son on 9/11. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I heard the news when I had dinner with Pearl, Maggie and Sally and Pearl told us about Gregory.
I hope it helps in some small way to know that your grief is shared by many, especially those of us in the extended
Ricky Rudd Fan
May 13, 2002
To Greg's Mother, Father, Sister, Friends and CoWorkers:
http://rudd.netgarage.net/ubbhtml/Forum3/HTML/011843.html
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On this Mother's Day I just wanted to let you know that "We Have Not Forgotten."
Our hearts and prayers are with you always.
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