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Steve D
December 6, 2024
Rich and I knew each other in college. We were in multiple classes together.
James Osborne
May 23, 2024
I hope you are resting easy.
jack
September 12, 2021
I didn't know Richard, but my condolences to his friends and family.
You'll never be forgotten, rest in peace Richard.
9.11.21
John Reinhard Dizon
September 11, 2021
He was one of the little kids on Butler Street and his mother's favorite child. He wasn't big enough to play with the big boys, so he refereed our street games. He was a mainstay at all the Butler Street Blues street hockey games. Our routine was when I sat at the second-floor window of my parents' home and he would pass by. He would tease me until I jumped out the window and chased him. Somehow he would make it to his house and manage to lock the door behind him. He always had that engaging smile and that sense of humor. I cannot ever remember him having a bad day.
Of course, there was 9/11. Even then, I'm sure he never saw it coming and left us with that same smile. The man in the picture left a daughter behind. His hair had grayed, but those were the same eyes. And that smile. I never met that Richie, but the one I knew stays in my heart forever.
Let us raise a glass to Richie Aceto, never to be forgotten.
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John Reinhard Dizon
September 11, 2021
He was one of the little kids on Butler Street and his mother's favorite child. He wasn't big enough to play with the big boys, so he refereed our street games. He was a mainstay at all the Butler Street Blues street hockey games. Our routine was when I sat at the second-floor window of my parents' home and he would pass by. He would tease me until I jumped out the window and chased him. Somehow he would make it to his house and manage to lock the door behind him. He always had that engaging smile and that sense of humor. I cannot ever remember him having a bad day.
Of course, there was 9/11. Even then, I'm sure he never saw it coming and left us with that same smile. The man in the picture left a daughter behind. His hair had grayed, but those were the same eyes. And that smile. I never met that Richie, but the one I knew stays in my heart forever.
Let us raise a glass to Richie Aceto, never to be forgotten.
Cindy Roe
August 30, 2021
Remembering Richard on the 20th anniversary of 9/11.....
Lesley Weathers
September 11, 2020
Prayers and remembrance to this family especially today!
September 12, 2019
We will never forget. Rest in peace.
August 7, 2019
Terribly sorry for your untimely passing on 9/11/2001. God bless you, Richard.
Ally W.
September 19, 2018
I read the sweet letters left for you in the family room. You are obviously very loved and missed. Thinking of you and many others this September 11th.
Jessica Hughson
January 31, 2017
God bless you
December 4, 2016
Rest in Peace Richard, God Bless Your Family and Friends.
September 11, 2016
We will never forget. Rest in peace.
Ruth Thompson
September 11, 2016
Dear family of Richard Aceto, may God's peace heal the wound created when your dear husband and father was taken from you.
With love,
Ruth
Melissa Locast
September 10, 2016
Christina and Christy, I just want you to know I hold you both in my heart. Richie was a wonderful man and a loving husband and father. How he loved you both! You could just see it in his eyes!
Much love,
Melissa
Gary Butterworth
January 10, 2016
I am from England, and visited the 9/11 memorial in January 2016. When I came home and looked at my photos, I decided to look up a person from the memorial, and find out who that person was.
RIP Richard
kristine hanson
September 11, 2015
I wanted to share with your family and friends on my completed cross stitch project that includes all who were killed. May God continue to bless your family.
Melissa Blue
September 30, 2014
Sometimes words aren't enough to express loss. Never forget our
9-11-01 dead. Always remember them.
September 11, 2014
Never forgotten
September 11, 2014
You are remembered today. And I am sure, missed by family and loved ones. May God bless those hurting with peace. We will never forget
Daniel Morgan
January 9, 2014
Richard, I didn't know you but today I think about what you'd being doing at the age of 55. Probably planning your retirement years and that makes me sad. You were just an innocent sole tht didn't deserve to perish this way. God Bless You...I pray you are at peace. I'm hoping God is blessing and keeping your family in his arms.
Aggie Hall
September 12, 2013
If I ever have children I will share Richard's tribute with them. Future generations need to know of such a quality individual. God bless your family.
Peggy Childers
August 26, 2013
To the family and friends of Richard Anthony Aceto:
Richard will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not allow those we lost on 9/11 be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you.
August 11, 2012
To the Aceto family,
May the wonderful memories of your loved one provide solace for you during this difficult time; and may God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved ones again in Paradise. John 17:3
Kat B
November 6, 2011
May the God of all comfort be with your family in these sad times.
Kymberli Colbourne
September 11, 2011
We hold you in our hearts.
Barbara Boam
September 9, 2011
Barbara Boam & Kim Rogers walked a mile for you on 9/9/11 as a dedication to your life.
August 22, 2010
May you rest in peace.
Jacqueline Aceto, SCN
September 11, 2009
You and your family are in my prayer, may our loving God bless you all as you journey in life and in death. Much peace to you all.
Rebecca Walters
August 25, 2009
May thier memory never be forgotten. Until we all meet again~
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glint on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you wake in the morning hush,
I am the swift, uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the soft starlight at night.
Do not stand at my grave and weep.
I am not there, I do not sleep.
(Do not stand at my grave and cry.
I am not there, I did not die!)
Text by Mary Frye
Kemeshaya
March 5, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Doug Abraham
January 2, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Keely
September 11, 2007
Bless you and all families that don't have their loved ones with them. My heart and love goes out to you, and Peace to those that suffered this intolerable incident. Thankyou Richard for creating this guest book.
g d
September 10, 2007
god bless your family.
Kendra Williamson
April 26, 2007
I wish there were a picture of you. I want to see all who were taken too soon. We will never forget. God bless you. God bless you.
Denita
March 13, 2007
Hi Christina,
I just wanted you to know, that we still feel your pain. Your father will never be forgotten.
SANDY HICKS
January 23, 2007
GOD BLESS YOU. WE WILL NEVER FORGET.
aj
October 23, 2006
god bless
Kristine Furstenberg
October 10, 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 vane. We will always remember.
September 15, 2006
May your family remember the wonderful times you shared during your brief stay on Earth.
tiffany coleman
September 12, 2006
we will never forget the wonderful presence you have showed my thoughts and prayers are with your family .god bless
JB
September 10, 2006
We will never forget. Our thoughts are with you, Richard's family
Christine Barton
September 9, 2006
I am sorry for your loss please visit a new site I have made in honor of the 5th anniversary it is for all victims as well as my Daughter Jeanmarie Wallendorf who I lost in the Trade Center.
P Tabbernor
August 17, 2006
In memory...
Adrienne Settle
May 15, 2006
We will never forget!
P Tabbernor
November 4, 2005
You live on in your family's hearts and memories
Doneea Kindred
October 25, 2005
My thoughts go out to the family at this time of loss. I am very sorry that you lost your loved one. My faith has taught me that we will be reunited with our loved ones again.
kiearra edgeson
September 12, 2005
your family is in our prayers
Gerard Family
September 8, 2005
To the Aceto Family: We will never forget the tragic events of 9/11/01, we never had the pleasure of knowing Richard, but, we know you will NEVER FORGET and you want you to know you have our prayers and thoughts for Richard, and for God to continue to give you strength and courage to get through everyday.
With Heartfelt Sympathy
Christina Aceto
June 11, 2005
I am the daughter of Richard Aceto, and it makes me feel so good to see that others loved him as much as I still do. It's been a while since 9/11/01, but I know my daddy watches over me at night as I sleep, and I know he guides me through every aspect of my life. I am now 14 years old, and I have grown SO much. Not only on the outside, but on the inside as well. I love you daddy, and I will never forget you for as long as I live. Love your "baby girl" - Christina
Peres Owino
December 22, 2004
May the Good Lord bear you hence always with flights of Angels.
lara h
August 1, 2004
So sad...
I met Christina and Christy in the Turks and Caicos this year. I hanged out with Christina alot. She is so nice, kind, pretty,veryvery smart and loving. She told me many neat facts about her father. She loves him greatly and he will never be forgten.
God Bless
Lara
Anthony Aceto
January 4, 2004
Since we share the same surname, I share the great tragedy of your loss. I can speak for all of my family when I say that we pray for Richard and have you in our thoughts and prayers.
Anthony Aceto
Kathy Swaringen
October 11, 2003
1 mile was walked to honor the life of Richard and all the family, friends and loved ones he left behind. May you find some comfort in knowing that he will always be remembered, and that you do not grieve alone.
Richard, may you rest in peace.
Victoria
September 12, 2003
TO THE ACETO FAMILY,CHRISTY & Christina,
My thoughts and prayer's are with you and your family."No One...even poets have ever measured how much a heart can hold."I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your son.
Christy I am sorry for the loss of your husband.Christina I am sorry for the loss of your father.The world is at such a great loss for the American Heroes/Heroines we lost on 9/11.MAY GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.
Barbara Simmons
September 11, 2003
Heard your son read your name today at Ground Zero. You have a lot to be proud of. A stong bit of you lives on.
Amy
September 11, 2003
This morning I watched the World Trade Center 2nd anniversary memorial on television and was so saddened and moved by Christina's tribute to her father as she read the names of the victims. Christina, you are a beautiful and strong little girl - my heart goes out to you. Take comfort in knowing your father is watching over you and he will always be with you in your heart. While I feel great sorrow for all of the victims' families, I felt compelled to express my sympathy to Richard's family and loved ones.
Christie
September 11, 2003
God Bless You and may Peace be with you on this day.
Joey & Family
February 1, 2003
Never a day as passed that this tragic day has not in some way been revisited. We have made a commitment to remember those who were lost by posting notes to the families. To our neighbors....we share in a small way your personal grief....in a big way the grief of a nation. May you always know that WE as a nation family...remember your loved one as well.
melissa
September 20, 2002
im really sorry about what happend to Mr.Richard Aceto and frinds.He died at a young age. Im really really sorry.
sencerally,melissa
John Brentin
September 16, 2002
My prayers are with you, Richard. Please pray for me until the day we meet.
Nicholas Aceto
September 16, 2002
Dear Mrs Aceto and Family-
As you can see Richard and I share the same surname. Moreover my first son was named Richard but we lost him to brain cancer in 1953 at the age of 8. My first grandson is also Richard Aceto and is a recent graduate of Penn State Univ.
So you can imagine my reaction when I learned of your terrible loss. You may be sure that my branch of the Aceto family will keep you in our prayers!
Beth
September 12, 2002
To Richard Aceto's loved ones
I recieved a braclet with his name on it in school. I would like you to know how much we are all praying for your family. God bless.
Beth B.
Beatrice Burnett
September 10, 2002
You reach to us from heaven. An Angel of God you have always been and it was time for you to fly back to him.
Heather Sowers
September 9, 2002
To the loved ones of Richard Anthony Aceto,
Just know that you are extremely blessed because so many people are praying for you. Richard is now in a better place and God is on your side. Smile, he loves you, and he is watching over your loved ones.
God Bless,
Heather
Kathy Mulvaney
September 8, 2002
Dear Christy & Christina,
I didn't know that this memorial existed otherwise I would have written something sooner. It has been a great pleasure getting to know you and Christina and even though I only met Richie once, I know how much love you all shared. He will be fondly remembered and we will always be by your sides.
Love Kathy (Patty's sister)
robin kern
September 5, 2002
may god be with you all who lost your family and friends.my heart is with you as my prayers are to may god bless you all forever.
robin kern
altoona pa.
Jennifer Williams
August 24, 2002
To the family and friends of Richard Aceto:
I pray a prayer of peace over you, and of healing. May Christ in His great mercy make His presence felt when you are suffering most from this terrible loss, and remind you that you are only parted for a little while.
CHERYL ROBERSON
August 20, 2002
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
KEEP LOOKING UP TO GOD BECAUSE HE IS LOOKING DOWN.
CHEYRL ROBERSON
Madelyn Kennedy
June 27, 2002
We could not imagine the depth and sadness of your loss. In an attempt to help the world remember the great tragedy of 9-11, I participated in the Memorial Flag project that counted cross stitchers are putting together. I stitched the square with Richard's name on it. My husband and I extend our deepest sympathy to you.
Christina Aceto and friend pet a very willing sled dog.
Joel Wasserstein
June 27, 2002
We met Richard and his family on a vacation in Alaska last summer. I took the attached picture of Richard's daughter, and he gave me a business card. I found the card yesterday, and when I saw the address my heart sank.
Dear Christina and Mrs. Aceto, our deepest condolences for your loss.
Rick Najar
June 13, 2002
God Bless
Kayla D
May 22, 2002
God Bless everyone who has the heart to care let God love everyone of you!!
Lindsey Neubauer
May 21, 2002
Richard will be remembered as a hero. My heart and prayers go out to his family and friends.
God Bless!
Del Newberry
April 23, 2002
I can tell from comments by friends of Richard's that he was a fine, decent, Christian man. His memory will be with us forever and our thoughts and prayers will forever be with his family.
donna prince
April 14, 2002
I hold my children a little closer every night since that day, we will never forget.
Shana
April 5, 2002
May your family take comfort in God and in knowing that you will always be remembered.
Susanne Buckley
April 3, 2002
May god bless and keep you always. Please remember that you remain in my prayers. Never forgotten.
Brooke Frierson
March 28, 2002
God Bless and Keep You.
Peace and Love--Brooke
Patrick O'Beirne
March 13, 2002
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Aceto;
Our belated, yet deepest & heartfelt sympathy on the loss of your dear son Richard. I am sorry I found out so late after the tragedy, yet it immediately brought back endless memories of the many years Richard and I shared at St Paul's Church, working in the rectory and serving so many Masses together -- and always being my sister Mary Ann's partner in St Paul's school. I am so sorry we lost contact over the years but certain that Richard is watching over all of us now as we continue to live in his memory.
Geri Anne & Patrick O'Beirne
Pat & Peter DeRose
March 11, 2002
We are so sorry for you loss. We pray for all who perished. We moved 2 years ago from Wantagh (lived there for 15 years). We lived on Wander Lane. Our hearts go out to you and your family. May Richard rest in peace and may he comfort you from above. After all he is always there especially in your hearts. Never to be forgotten.
Dawn-Elaine
March 10, 2002
Richard, Thank you for all you were and brought to this world. We are a better nation because of your contributions.
Elizabeth
February 18, 2002
My sincere condolences to all who grieve the loss of Richard. May you know that that others are grieving with you.
Blessings.
Beth Cunniff
February 6, 2002
Christy,
You and your family will forever be in my thoughts.
K. Melaragni
February 5, 2002
May God welcome you Richard into His heavenly kingdom! Til we meet again...
Lisa Dedvukaj
January 21, 2002
I know how hard it is to live without your loved one. My brother is also missing and the hardest part is not knowing. I pray for you and your family. May you have the strength and courage to live and to always remember the joy your loved one has given you. God Bless You And Your Family
Michèle et Milenko
January 20, 2002
Amitiés
Peter Matos
January 12, 2002
Richie you were a great friend when we were kids, to bad we grew up and went our separate ways.I'm very sad and heartbroken because we lost touch. May you "REST IN PEACE BUDDY". God bless your family especially mom and dad. I'll never forget you.
Teresa Jahn
January 11, 2002
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
Mark Capper
January 8, 2002
My thoughts and prayers go out to the famliy of Mr. Aceto. The entire world is sadden by this terrible act.
Trish
January 5, 2002
Dear Aceto Family
I am so sorry for the loss you have experienced.
Brenda Gaffney
December 30, 2001
Dear Christy,
It was a great pleasure working with Rich at Avon. He had such a wonderful work ethic that I cannot express the pain I feel whenever I think of him so innocently working on the beautiful September morning when those people took his life.
Rich, along with other friends of ours that were lost, and all the innocent victims, will never ever be forgotten by my husband and myself. My deepest sympathy to you, Christina, and all your family, always.
Cyndi Keech
December 29, 2001
My heart and the heart of all Americans break with and for you all in your time of sorrow...
God Bless and keep you always. My deepest prayer for you all is that you draw near to him in your time of sorrow! He is the great healer :)
Lynda
December 26, 2001
Dear Richard ~
A hero you have become in all the hearts of America. We will become a stronger nation because of you.
God Bless
Meredith Lewis
December 24, 2001
Richard, thank you for the sacrifice you made to protect the freedom I sometimes take for granted. We may have never met, but your loss has been felt.
IRENE STAPINSKI
November 30, 2001
MAY RICHARD ANTHONY REST IN PEACE
AND BRING PEACE TO HIS FAMILY...GOD
BLESS AMERICA...LETS REMEMBER 9/11/01 FOREVER.
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