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John Levi Obituary
Debralee Scott walked into the Greenwich Village bar Hogs & Heifers on Dec. 15, 1995, and there he was ‹ a cop who rode a Harley. The rugged, tattooed man who wore a cowboy hat asked her to dinner. "It was love at first sight," said Ms. Scott, an actress.
Five years later, on a cross-country trip, John Dennis Levi, a police officer with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, proposed to her in a hotel room in Winslow, Ariz., the town mentioned in an Eagles song. It was to be a March wedding.
But he took the call for overtime at 6 a.m. on Sept. 11, because he liked to be with her on the weekends. He called her when the first plane hit. He called again from the basement of the World Trade Center, as he searched for evidence.
He was thoughtful like that. He even made a beauty parlor for his mother, Joanne Priavity, below her Brooklyn home. He loved his children, Dennis, 23, and Jennifer, 26. "He'd like a lot of bikes at his funeral," said Michelle Dell, the Hogs & Heifers owner. "He'd really like that."
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K
February 15, 2025
We will never forget. Thank you for your service and bravery.
J White
August 16, 2024
Never Forget. Thank you for your service.
RETIRED PO Billings
April 3, 2024
Never forgotten.
M
June 28, 2020
For His Wife Debralee & Family. I'm very sorry . I saw that horrabul year it was very disturbing too me as well. All my Prayers too all the Polices & Firefighters even People who passed away I'm sorry. This upset me more then ever.
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January 24, 2020
Not forgotten..
Clenton Rambin
November 19, 2018
Rest In peace brother in blue. You are a hero and will not be forgotten.
Taken today... 23.02.18 never forgotten
Mark Hellyar
February 23, 2018
William Propsner
October 9, 2017
God is holding John and Debra Lee in his arms. God Bless all those lost souls from 9/11 and those still suffering.
Richard Wrenn
September 11, 2015
JD your not forgotten and the memories are those that I will never forget.
cymthia williams
February 17, 2015
RIP Brave Officer
Peter Sullivan
December 13, 2014
I wish him rest and peace.
S J. Friscia III
May 8, 2014
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
linda radcliffe
September 13, 2011
my father's name is John. my husband's name is Dennis and my son's name is Levi.. Iwish you peace and comfort
September 12, 2011
Looking for JD's son. Have things he might wish to have from the home upstate. Contact [email protected]
David Harrison Levi
September 9, 2011
With the ten year anniversary of the cowardly attacks on the New York World Trades Center bombings fast approaching, I am sure that throughout the world the sadness, death & destruction with such massive force of hate on our people is fresh in our minds & will long be remembered as though it was yesterday by so many generations to come. Watching the videos, photos & reenactments of 9/11 ? ? In loving memory of the 2,983 men, women, children and pets - dogs, cats, birds and fish and the brave and heroic untold stories and lives of firefighters, law enforcement, port authority, paramedics and military who unselfishly gave their lives to save others to keep America free! I am blessed, honored & PROUD to be an American! My deepest thanks & gratitude & lifelong respect for those who continue to keep 9/11 alive and fresh in our hearts and in our memory forever! May God Bless America - May God Bless Us All! Thank You for once again reminding me the "real" importance of what "truly" matters! To my beautiful, caring, kind & loyal friends on Facebook, MySpace & Twitter I thank You for giving me the opportunity to share my thoughts with You, your family & friends on so sad a day in American & global history & I offer You my lifetime, unconditional friendship ? ? I salute each & everyone of You as we move on to a brighter tomorrow filled with a most positive & optimistic outlook! Kindest personal regards with Peace & Love always; Respectfully ? ? David Harrison Levi - STARMAKER?
Carol McGovney
August 31, 2011
As 9/ll approaches I think of you JD and of Debralee who also left this world in 2005.. she called me after you called her from what is now ground Zero...the last time you spoke to her..you are missed JD, you were a wonderful host and a brave man
Patrick Medrano
September 10, 2009
Rest in peace brother.
May 12, 2009
god bless
[email protected] Terammer
April 25, 2009
Very sad
Basi Terammer
[email protected]
richard wrenn
September 11, 2008
Jen,
May god bless you. I will never forget that day. I still think of you and your loss. JD was a real man and a true father.
Rich (Wayne) Wrenn
david loop
July 24, 2007
Jennifer sorry to hear about your lose i was at PN a School with you when you were in the navy godnless you and take care.
P Tabbernor
December 8, 2006
In memory....
Kristine
November 13, 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.
Scott Knowman
April 10, 2005
And now Debralee is gone too. God Bless both of them.
Christie Hall
September 11, 2003
Without ever knowing who he was, I proudly wear a memorial bracelet bearing with John's name. I am deeply saddened for his family and sad, as well, that I never got the chance to meet such a unique man. My husband is also a Harley owner and exhibits many of the same characteristics as John. We vow to keep John's memory alive. May your family find peace in the Lord and find comfort among strangers, like ourselves, who will always keep you in our prayers. God Bless you. The Hall Family.
Laiya Ruderman
September 11, 2003
Hi Debralee,
We never actually met but I know JD from Brooklyn/Hogs. Peter and I are really good friends. I just want to let you know that I think and speak of JD every time the thought turns to 9/11. I know he loved you very much and the world is a worse off place without him.
Laiya Ruderman
Don Forte
January 7, 2003
Dear Debralee
I was sad to hear of your loss. May God Bless you and his children.
From an old Friend, Don Forte
Lisa Caruso
January 1, 2003
Debralee--
I had no idea you had succumbed this tragedy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Caruso
("Sabotage")
Alex Sedeno
September 11, 2002
I am so sorry. I go to a Catholic high school and today in mass we were given wristbands with the names of people who died in the world trade center. Your fiance's name was on my wristband. May John rest in peace in Heaven with his Harley. God bless you and his children.
Elsa Marrero
September 11, 2002
Dear Debralee:I am so sorry, for a full year I tried to find out who you had lost, very sorry, keep the faith.
James Allen
July 11, 2002
I've long been a fan of his fiancee, Debralee. I am so sorry that this has happened to her and his children.
Angie Campbell
May 3, 2002
**********GOD BLESS YOU**********
Peter Wickes
March 7, 2002
I knew J.D. from Brooklyn Harley Davidson. I remember his jokes, his knowledge and his friendship. Ride free forever, my brother.
February 22, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL HERO...JOHN DENNIS LEVI AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY GOD AND ST.JOHN AND ST. DENNIS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
cas kleczko
February 10, 2002
My heart goes out to the family of this man who I only know from the kindness that he showed to my daughter and our family. During an unfortunate situation in the life of my daughter, in the Port Authority Bus Terminal, he was there to help and assist. While I have never met John, I can never express my gratitude enough for his compassion and good heart. We will never forget his response to my wife who thanked him for his kindness that day in April 2001, "I have children too ". I hope some day I can say thank you !
God bless you John.
The Kleczko Family
K. Melaragni
January 30, 2002
May God bless you John, your family and Debralee. Til we meet again...
A Friend
January 30, 2002
I met J.D. (as everyone called him) on my very first trip to NYC five years ago. I will always remember him with a smile and I will miss his hugs. He was always a true gentleman. He will be missed forever !
James Litscher
January 15, 2002
The victims and survivors of September 11 will truly be remembered forever. The firemen, police men, and all the volunteers who helped in the search effort will be honored for they are the true heros. Their families will also never forget what their loved ones did on that September day. Their families had an extra plate on the dinner table that day. Our hearts go out to the victims families and our joys to the families of the survivors. There has never been this sense of patiotism ever before. We thank all of the troops who are now fighting for our country. We love you and God Bless America.
Teresa Jahn
December 25, 2001
We thank John for dedicating his life as a policeman to help protect others. Such a dedication comes with a brave, warm and caring heart full of love for his fellow man. May John's courage, life and love continue living in those who love him. We are very sorry for your loss of John. 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
Mitch Mallory
December 18, 2001
I don't know John personally, but I feel it is an honor to pray for his loved ones he left behind. My heart is truly broken as I look at his picture and read about his family. Being down here in Florida, this band I wear daily has brought this tradegy close to home. This has made me realize all the families of the victims need prayer also.
I hope that you take comfort to know that John died a Hero, because
our Lord says that there is no greater love a man has than to give his life for another. I pray for peace and comfort for all of you family members and friends.
Cristi
December 2, 2001
I don't know this man or his family, but if his family ever reads this guest book, I want them to know I received his name on a "mercy band" and I'll be praying for his loved ones; for help and healing for them-especially now. God's word says "I dwell in a high and holy place, and also w/him who has a contrite and humble spirit,To revive the spirit of the humble and to revive the heart of the contrite ones." God loves you, mourns your loss, and so do I.
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