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David Agnes Obituary
Carmen Agnes sat in her home in Flushing, Queens, wondering what to say about her son, David. "I don't want to make him a saint," she said. "He was just a good man."
His photograph sat on her desk, and she described it. He wore a blue shirt and a mustache and stared straight ahead with a half-smile. The photograph, though, did not speak of his good nature, the devotion he showed to his daughter, Adrienne, 24, the intimate friendship he had with his sister Leslie, 43, the days on end that he spent at the side of the hospital bed of his father, Frank, 81.
Mr. Agnes, 46, was an assistant vice president at Cantor Fitzgerald. That's what his card says, a small, token leftover from a decent life. Perhaps, the possession that speaks more to the soul of her son, said Mrs. Agnes, 71, was a lock of his daughter's hair found in his safe deposit box. "That's the sort of thing a woman keeps," she said. "But that tells you what David's daughter meant to him."
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Stan Gwinn
September 11, 2024
I worked with Dave at AIG and was in the AIG/Alico subsidiary. I´d travel up to NY for meetings and Dave and Angelo Brattoli took me under their
wings. My son and I came up to the US Open tennis tournament, and visited the 9/11 memorial and found Dave´s name. I told my son all about you Dave and how you looked after me while I came to NY. May God
bless you and your family Dave.
Stan Gwinn
Angelo Brattoli
September 11, 2024
The years roll on, my friend. They seem to blend one into the other. Until this day brings me back to those simple times we shared. The memories make me smile. Until the thought of all the times lost intrudes. But, those memories will never fade away completely. Ever. You were my dearest friend. You will always remain my dearest friend. I miss you, brother.
KEITH
September 13, 2023
I worked with Dave at AIG many years ago. Such a dynamic great energy guy. ALWAYS made me smile. We always talked about our beloved NFL RAMS. Rest peacefully my friend. You will NEVER be forgotten!
Angelo Brattoli
September 12, 2023
Another year gone by, my friend. I miss you every day. Rest easy.
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Angelo Brattoli
September 11, 2022
Twenty-one years. Never forgotten. Never will be. I miss you, my friend.
Angelo Brattoli
September 11, 2021
What can I say, my friend? Twenty long years. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you and miss you. You taught me so much about life and how to live it. I cherish those lessons and our friendship. Rest well.
Felice Berger
August 31, 2021
A year ago, my grandson Ethan was born on Dave's birthday. Remembering Dave's 46th birthday dinner on the night before he passed. What a lovely evening to celebrate, and how the next day he was gone. He taught me that life is short, and you have to enjoy it to the fullest. Don't put off doing what you want to do. Missing you always.
Felice
Cindy Roe
August 30, 2021
Remembering David on the 20th anniversary of 9/11....
Prayer for you!
ROBERT WERDANN
September 12, 2020
A special prayer for you!
Angelo Brattoli
September 11, 2020
After all this time, the sadness still lingers. I miss you and always remember. I remember the good times. I remember the friendship we shared. Peace to you, my friend. My deepest condolences to all you left behind.
The Kindred Family
December 12, 2019
Sending our sincere condolences to your family. Many years have passed by but there are many that still do care about your loss. May God continue to give the support and comfort needed. Dave is still sadly missed and is not forgotten.
Angelo Brattoli
September 28, 2019
18 long sad years. You are always on my mind, my friend. I've never forgotten, nor will I. I miss your counsel and your friendship. Rest well.
Cousin Butch
September 11, 2019
18 years! Wheres the time gone cuz? Pray for us Dave, youre always remembered, we miss you!
Keith Romano
September 3, 2019
Remembering you Dave as NFL season approaches. We talked NFL all the time at work. You always made me laugh and treated me with respect. Miss you dude!
August 29, 2019
In memory of 9/11 victim david agnes.
Alex Lai
Louise Scalzo
April 2, 2017
Rest in peace David, God Bless your family and friends.
KEITH ROMANO
February 1, 2017
We used to work together at AIG and I remember he was on the 19th floor. Always had a smile and always made me laugh. A special dude. Won't forget you Dave.
Jessica Hughson
January 31, 2017
God bless you
January 27, 2016
Agnes is a very unusual last name; many times when my husband and I traveled around the U.S. I looked for the name in the local phone books but never found it. My husband is gone now and I like to think Tom & David are swapping stories in the big beyond. My prayers to the Agnes family on the east coast. His roots started in Ireland and settled in Iowa.
Angelo Brattoli
September 14, 2015
Has it really been this long? I miss you, my friend.
Keith ROMANO
September 14, 2015
What a great guy that I will never forget. We worked together at AIG and he was always a great guy to be around. Always smiling. We were both Rams fans so we always talked NFL. Miss you Dave.
Kim Davenport
September 12, 2015
It is yet another year that has passed and I found this article with a video that shows this man in Florida who is painting a picture of you and all the 9/11 heros and thought your family might like to see that it features your photo.
http://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2015/09/11/florida-man-puts-faces-to-the-names-of-every-9-11-victim
A adrienne Agnes-pearl
September 11, 2014
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September 11, 2014
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September 11, 2014
Angelo Brattoli
September 11, 2014
I miss you and think you of you every day, my friend. I remember and cherish our friendship. I will for all of my life.
Anne DePiro
February 28, 2014
My maiden name is Agnes and I wonder if somehow we are related. In any case my heart goes out to family and friends.
Christine Nicholas
February 26, 2014
David,
I will never forgot all the laughs and good times we had commuting on the LIRR together! You were a great friend to me and I will never forgot you! I'm so sorry and sad you are gone.
Peggy Childers
September 11, 2013
To the family and friends of David Agnes:
David 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.
Keith Fowler
September 11, 2013
David: As promised to you twelve years ago I honor your memory. I chose to honor you because you and I were the same age on 9/11/01. You will never be forgotten and I wish only comfort for those you left behind.
Joseph D. Agnes
September 11, 2013
A distant cousin I never got to meet. We will never forget.
Angelo Brattoli
September 10, 2013
Another year has passed, my friend. I remember and will always remember and cherish our friendship.
Jen Stanek
September 11, 2012
Dave,
It was an honor knowing you. So many movie extras came in and out of the office but you were a gem. A truly special person. Your kindness, generosity, thoughtfulness and loyalty is something I will never forget. I often use you as an example of how someone special lives on in the hearts that he touched.
I think about your daughter and how you would always talk about her all the time and how much love you had for her. I wish for her peace.
You will always be remembered friend. God Bless.
Kim Davenport
September 11, 2012
As we remember 9/11 and those individuals who lost their lives we will never forget you. Your smile, incredible bravery and most of all caring way to stay with those left behind and to comfort them. You are missed every day and thought of often.
Angelo Brattoli
September 11, 2012
Has it really been this long, my friend? The ache has never gone, and I'm sure it never will. It's a reminder not only of the great friendship lost, but also of the great friendship gained. A friendship that has has kept me smiling through trying times and reminds me that in life some things do endure.
You set an example for me that I have tried to remain true to. I hope that in your eyes, I've succeeded.
I miss you. I always will.
Felice Berger
September 11, 2012
To the man who loved and lived life to the fullest. His heart was open. His family was the number 1 priority, along with friends. Most of all he loved me. He made me laugh, dance in his arms in a pool to besame mucho and taught me how to grip a golf club. He gave his life true meaning and everyone he met was better off for knowing him. He was loved and is truly missed today and everyday.
Keith Fowler
September 11, 2012
David,
As promised, I will always remember you. I know you are looking down on us today. I will never forget...........
Anthony Scarrone
September 10, 2012
Dave,
You were the one that always made us smile and laugh about the things we thought were important.
On your birthday and always you remain in my thoughts and prayers. Although so many years have passed that day is as clear in my mind as the sky was on that horrific day.
Robert Werdann
September 10, 2012
Leslie and my granddaughter Alyssa were talking about what happened 11 years ago. She is 8 years old now. Leslie told Alyssa that David would have Loved to know her and her brother Brian. Alyssa responded that she Loves him. Leslie asked why?
Alyssa said he is family.
August 12, 2012
To the Agnes 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
Barbara Boam
September 29, 2011
Barbara Boam & Kim Rogers walked a mile for you (mile #26) on 9/29/11 as a dedication to your life.
September 26, 2011
My maiden name is Agnes and when I saw David Agnes's name I wondered if there was any relation to David. I'm originally from the east coast and have relatives there. My home phone number is 214-348-5864. Please accept my condolences.
KEITH ROMANO
September 16, 2011
Dave was just an amazing down to earth, funny, cool guy. We worked together at AIG and we would talk NFL football all the time as we were both big fans of the Rams. Always smiling. Always positive. A great guy was lost. Those of us that met you will never forget you!!!!
Robert Werdann
September 12, 2011
I have the Honor of knowing you through your family. You should be proud to know that your Love for them keeps them strong and you are Forever in Their Hearts. I am proud and happy to say to you that on June 25, 2005, I became part of your family and as well as you became part of mine when I married your sister Leslie. I grew to know you through Leslie, your Loving daughter Adrienne and your Mom, Carmen. Mrs. Agnes to me. Soon in time, it became Mom for me. Yesterday, September 11, 2011, I spent the day with our family at WTC and Cantor-Fitzgerald memorial services. I feel that I can share with our family and friends a moment to reflect within themselves by adding a picture taken at the World Trade Center twin reflecting pools. You are Forever in our Hearts.
Kymberli Colbourne
September 11, 2011
We hold you in our hearts.
Angelo Brattoli
September 11, 2011
My dearest friend,
Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. I remember the wonderful times and laughter we shared and will always treasure our friendship. I miss you my friend and am the better for having known you.
Marj and Arnie Lauri
September 11, 2011
Adrienne and Leslie - Arnie and I toasted our friend Dave yesterday 9/10/2011 for his birthday. We love and miss him. I let my boys know what a good man he was and how lucky we are to have been his friends. We hope you find comfort with your family today and everyday. Please give your mom/grandma a hug for us.
Lisa, Brian & kids Werdann
September 10, 2011
David,
Although our family did not have the honor of knowing you, we have heard many beautiful things about you. Your memory will live on through the closest to you, may you rest in peace.
JoAnn & Donald Werdann
September 10, 2011
David, We never got to know you. Your sister came to our family after we tragically lost you. We want you to know we will never forget that day. No one should ever forget. Rest in peace.
Felice Chaifetz-Berger
August 29, 2011
David,
It's almost 10 years and it seems like yesterday. Not a day goes by without the thought of you, and how you loved me. I miss the simple laughter, cooking over the bbq, sightseeing, swimming and peaceful walks where we could talk about anything. You never judged but wanted me to be happy.I look at the photo and it's of your birthday brunch with your family. Such a handsome man. Thank you for your love and devotion and for keeping us safe and protected. I'll love you always. Te amo.
Helene Dean
August 5, 2011
Just thinking about when we did those commercials together. You know.... You really were a pain in the butt. But It was ok. One day when we meet again I'll tell you an unusual story about a Pennysaver. God bless Dave!
barbara knowles
August 4, 2011
david you don't know me but i feel that i know you in some way. i have been wearing a silver arm band inscribed with your name since december of 2011. it helps to keep me grounded when i tend to forget what's really important in life...my family and loved ones. you sound like someone i would want as a friend. rest in peace...may God bless your family
Angelo Brattoli
September 11, 2010
To my dearest friend. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. I miss you and I miss our friendship. I treasure every one of those moments and hope that one day we can meet again.
Adrienne Pearl
September 11, 2010
Dad,another year has gone by but it has not gotten any easier. I miss you more today. You are always in my heart and thoughts. There is not a day that goes by that i dont talk about you or tell a story that involves you. You were an amazing person, father and friend. You were one of my best friends and i relied on you in so many ways. So many times i just want to pick up the phone to tell you something. I miss all our great times together. i miss having you here to share those amazing times with your gandson. He talks about you everynight and knows that pop-pop's "star in the sky" keeps him safe always. we talk to you everynight from the front porch. i miss you more than words can describe. Please continue to watch over me and my family and keep us safe. Our family will never be the same without you.
Your daughter and little girl,
Adrienne
helene dean
September 11, 2010
Still think about you..........
Marjorie Lauri
September 11, 2010
To my dear friend Dave - I miss you very much. To your family, take comfort in each other and be proud of what a wonderful and lasting memory we all have of Dave.
stacy valentine
September 10, 2010
Although I never met you , I just want to say I will never forget that day and the so many innocent lives that were lost. You and so many others will be remembered on this 9 year anniversary. May you rest in peace.
August 22, 2010
May you rest in peace.
Angelo Brattoli
September 13, 2009
Dave, another year. Hard to believe, my friend. I think about you everyday and remember.
Angelo
Helene Dean
September 11, 2009
Thinking of you on this day and many, mnay other days as well. I will never forget your smile and upbeat personality.
Grandson Matthew in Montauk July '09
September 10, 2009
Grandson Matthew at 16 months old
September 10, 2009
Matthew- just like grandpa with golf club in hand!
September 10, 2009
Happy Birthday Dad. I miss you so very much. i think of you everyday and all the wonderful memories we shared together. I only wish you got to meet your amazing grandson, Matthew David. He is so much like you- the same amazing deep dark eyes and that amazing smile to everyone he meets. He also has the same amazing personality that you had- caring, charm, joyful, shy at times and so very loving to all. You would be so pround of him!! We talk about you so very often and look at your picture everyday and night. Please watch over and protect us all. I love you so very much. There will forever be an empty hole in my heart.
Your little girl- Adrienne
September 10, 2009
Happy Birthday David. I pray for your mom, Adrienne and Les all the time. It's amazing that 8 years have passed but I will never forget you.
Lolo
Cousin Butch
September 10, 2009
Happy Anniversary Dave! Pray for us!
Angelo Brattoli
January 24, 2009
My friend, never forgotten. I think aobut you every day...and remember. I remember all the great times we had together. I remember all that you taught me about life and how to live it.
I hope that someday we will meet again.
Stephanie Robinson
September 13, 2008
September 11th is a day I will never forget. I never met David personally but I was a co-worker/friend of his sister and I heard all the stories about such a beautiful relationship they had. As each anniversary passes my heart is still saddened because of such a loss. He was a great man that is certainly looking down upon his family from above. God Bless you all.
Keith Fowler
September 12, 2008
Another year gone by and you are still remembered. I "adopted" you because you and I were the same age when God gave you your wings. I thought about you the entire day and just wanted you to know that even though we never met in life, I look forward to meeting you in heaven.
Your grandson, Matthew David
Adrienne Agnes- Pearl
September 11, 2008
Dad,
I am thinking about you today on this 7th anniversary of 9/11. I miss you more today than ever. Somehow things seem to get harder each year and i miss you more as the years go by. Your new grandson, Matthew David, will forever miss not knowing his amazing grandpa, and what a great one you would have been. I know you watch over him and I each night as we pray to you. We all love you very much and i think about you everyday as i look into the eyes of Matthew, who reminds me so much of you. When you get around to it- please give me a sign to let me know you are ok and protecting us. I love you forever. "I'll always be your little girl"
Helene Dean
September 11, 2008
Hi Dave- Just popping in to say that I'm thinking of you and that I will one day tell you the eerie story of how I found out about your death. Your friend, Helene
Marie-Laurence Moriarity
September 11, 2008
I think of you all the time. I have great memories of growing up with you and Leslie. Love you.
Kemeshaya
March 5, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
THE RELLO FAMILY
September 12, 2007
JUST WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW WE WILL NEVER FORGET THAT HORRIFIC DAY . MAY YOU REST IN PEACE
Keith Fowler
September 11, 2007
I told you I would never forget you. I know you are in heaven and looking over us. Save a seat for me. Your friend Keith.
Doug Abraham
September 10, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Felice Berger
September 3, 2007
It's almost your birthday again, and the anniversary of that horrific day. There is no other man like you. Your wonderful heart, great smile and those wonderful arms that wrapped around me that I miss so greatly. Glad to hear that Adrienne married Dan and has moved on in her life, as I have moved on in mine. But not a day goes by when you aren't in my thoughts, and when something small reminds me of your kindness and love. Te amo David, and I know you are watching from Heaven how your life touched us both, and are very proud of Adrienne. All my love, Felice
Joanne Tomikel
July 17, 2007
I am so sorry Felice; he must have been a great guy. I hope you will see him again in the next life.
Gabriel L.
March 22, 2007
Im sorry for what happened, he will always be remenbered.God bless.
aj
October 30, 2006
god bless
Pat Reed Sircy
October 27, 2006
Very sorry about your loss! Sincere sympathy, Pat - R.N. in TN
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.
Jacob Young
September 12, 2006
I never knew you but I think you for sacrificing yourself to save others.
JB
September 10, 2006
We will never forget. Our thoughts are with you, David's family.
P Tabbernor
August 18, 2006
In memory...
Adrienne Agnes
April 11, 2006
Sadly enough Dad, my Wedding Day has passed and you were missed dearly by all. I hope you enjoyed my special tributes to you and I know your were there with Dan and I that day. I thought about you evey second of that day and wished you were there to walk me down that aisle. I hope you are proud of me and the things I have done. Dan and I missed you in Hawaii but i know you where there with us in spirit- "i saw the red cardinal"! I love you and miss you more each day. Life will never be the same without you!
Vinny & Jenn Gerard
September 12, 2005
My mother works at AIG forever, and, I came across David's name, I belive that she and David knew one another. I would like to express to David's daughter, Adrienne, and his fiance, my heartfelt sympathy, tears of pain, thoughts and prayers.
May David fly on angels wings; and may God hold David in the palm of his hand.
On this day and every anniversary of 9/11/01 -- we WILL NEVER forget.
deanna boies
September 11, 2005
I am touched by David's tenderness with his family and espcially with his daughter. In a world that sometimes seems black and ugly, I find it refreshing the David was not this way. The many lives he must have touched. I am sure that he will always be remmebered and missed.
Robert Roma
July 17, 2005
I grew up in the same neighborhood as David and was shocked to hear he was one of the victims in the 9/11 attack. We played softball for many years together in the 1980's and always remember him speaking about his daughter.
Hit one down the third base line for me on your new softball team in heaven.
To all of David's family members my deepest regrets for your lost.
There may be one less pull hitter and pitcher here on earth but one more in heaven, with his new team "THE ANGELS".
Your Teamate
Robert [ROBO] Roma
mike hill
March 31, 2005
i'm sorry i never knew you david but please accept my heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy.
may god bless you and heaven keep you forever.
with best wishes and regards;
Adrienne Agnes
December 25, 2004
Merry Christmas Dad! You are always in my thoughts. Christmas Breakfast and Mass were just not the same without you. I miss you more and more each day and I wish I could have you back for just one more day. Love always and forever,
"Your Little Girl"
Adrienne
Orlando Gines
September 11, 2004
Dave, its been 3 years and I still think of the time we spent at AIG. I will forever have you in my thoughts. Thanks for the jokes and time together. RIP!
David Ryzewski
September 11, 2004
Dear Felice Adrienne and Mr. David Agnes;
Sitting here on this the 3rd anniversary of this horrible tragedy I have come across this wonderful story of a man his daughter and his fiance. Although this story is sad, it is not over.
I know that a man of David's character love and warmth, traits that are so visible even when all I have ever seen of this man is his picture here on this web site will never truly be gone. Souls like his never leave this Earth. They stay and watch over the rest of us and answer our prayers.
Adrienne I am so sorry your father had to pay this price for our freedom. I know that he watches over you and that he is at peace. I know he is proud of you and will always be there for you in your time of need.
Mr Anges, I never had the pleasure of knowing you but I want to thank you for your sacrifice for me and for America and I want to wish you a very happy birthday! Your story is not over!
I will never forget!
Thank You David, Felice, Adrienne my prayers and love will always be there for you!
Adrienne Agnes
September 10, 2004
Happy Birthday Dad. I miss you terrribly these past few months. There are so many things I want to talk to you about and tell you but I cannot. I only hope that you are watching over me and guiding me in the right directions. Dan and I will miss you at our Engagement party next weekend, but i know you will be watching over us and sharing our special day. I Love You so much.
Your daughter,
Adrienne
David's WTC Posting
Kelly
December 5, 2003
I always wanted to visit New York, but it was 9/11 that I finally made the time to take the trip. I went during a weekend in April 2002 to visit the site and came across a sign of David posted in the middle of hundreds of others. The simplicity of his posting caught my eye and the idea that he possibly could've been someone's father went through my head. Regardless, the feeling of sadness was deep for someone I didn't know as well as his family.
I took a picture of the posting. As I have yet to know what happened to his posting, I felt a copy of it should be here if anywhere.
If it weren't for my friend who told me about this website tonight, I would've never known the true loss of this man. God bless you, Adrienne, Carmen & Leslie for I can only imagine the depth of the loss felt everyday in your hearts.
Joe & Phoebe Rello
September 11, 2003
We Will Never Forget!!!!!! This being the 2nd Anniversary of 9/11 you and your family are still in our thoughts and prayers always. God Bless You and God Bless America!!!!!!
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