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Joseph Amatuccio was hired by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey as a toll collector right out of high school. For some people, that might be a dead-end job. For him it was only a beginning. Over the years, Mr. Amatuccio, 41, moved from toll collecting to carpentry and from there to management. He used the agency's education plan to get an undergraduate degree in business management, taking classes at night, and was 18 months from a master's degree at Baruch College.
As a manager of operations and maintenance at the World Trade Center, he was on the phone every weekend from his home in Ozone Park, Queens, making sure that things were being done right, that subordinates were treating his beloved towers just so. "I'd argue with him, `What do you think, you're going to own those buildings?' " said his wife, Debra.
Mr. Amatuccio was seen on the street outside the twin towers at one point on the morning of Sept. 11. Someone yelled, "Let's run!" Ms. Amatuccio was later told. He ran back in.
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Rick Herbert
September 11, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Anna
September 2, 2024
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Diana
September 12, 2021
I can’t believe it’s been 20 years. My heart is still broken.
Dorene Killard
September 12, 2021
On the 20th anniversary, yet seems like yesterday. I never met you but I know your daughter. I pray you are resting in peace and watching over your beautiful family
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Chip Amatuccio
September 12, 2021
Dear Joseph,
Yesterday was a particularly hard day. 20 years have come and gone and it doesn't seem real. I miss you more every day but my heart hurts with the knowledge that you're not here. Love you and miss you.
Your Big Sister
Louise Scalzo
September 11, 2021
Rest in peace
Cindy Roe
August 31, 2021
Remembering Joseph on the 20th anniversary of 9/11....
The Kindred Family
December 12, 2019
Our heartfelt sympathy we send to your family. Always may God and your loving memories be of some help day by day. There will never be any words that will remove your pain of loss but please remember that others still do care. Joseph is sadly missed and will always be remembered with love and appreciation.
Vinny Di Marzo
September 15, 2019
Wow 18 Years you are in my memory every day. You will never be forgotten. I remember the last time we saw each other Super bowl Sunday at Perrys house sharing great memories RIP Brother cross buck left on 2 lol
September 13, 2019
Think of you always. Miss you terribly. 18 years without seeing you...my heart is still broken!
Chip Amatuccio
September 12, 2019
Well, another year has passed and the pain never goes away. Missing you more every day. Please pray for me, Joe. I need your help. Love you always, your big sister.
August 29, 2019
Gone too soon. Condolences to Josephs family & friends
Xzaveon Norvell
September 12, 2018
I would like it if a Friend or Family Member of Joe's can email me my Email Address is [email protected]
Xzaveon Norvell
September 12, 2018
Hi, My Name is Xzaveon I'm working on a school project and we had to dedicate our story to one of the Victims and I choose Joseph I am so sorry for the loss of the loved ones you are in my prayers
Diana Guzman
September 12, 2018
Joseph, 17 years of seeing you only in my dreams. I still miss you terribly. My heart will forever be broken.
September 12, 2018
True Hero
Antoinette Amatuccio
September 11, 2018
Dear Joseph, 17 years! 17 years of tears, 17 years of missing you, 17 years of thinking "how could this happen?" I miss you every day. I pray for you every day, please pray for me. Love, your big sister.
Tom H
September 11, 2018
Today, 09/11/18, we remember you Joseph. We will never forget you. To your family and friends, we wish you all nothing but the best. Much regards.
Peggy Childers
September 11, 2018
To the family and friends of Joseph Amatuccio:
Joseph 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.
Antoinette Amatuccio
March 19, 2018
Hi Joseph, it's been a while since I've sent a note but I guess you know everything that's going on. I'm not perfect, I've made a lot of mistakes but I'm really trying to do the best I can. I could really use your help. And tell Mommy, Daddy and Rita I could use theirs too! Love you, miss you all the time.
Love, your big sister
Chip Callori
September 11, 2017
Well, Baby Brother, another year has come and gone. It's almost September 12 and I needed to write you a little note. You are missed more than you know and I know you know what's going on in my life. Sounds like an Abbot and Costello routine -- I know you know I know!! So, it's time for you to pray for me and help me get through this rough time. Also, ask Rita, Mommy and Daddy to pray, too. I need all the help I can get. Miss you more every day. Love, your big sister
Carol Fowler
October 14, 2016
At my church in Red Bank NJ, we picked names to pray for from a basket and Joseph's was listed, along with two other 9/11 victims. I've been praying for him and then I got curious what was he like? So I googled his name and have loved reading all about him on here. Thanks to all who've shared their wishes on here so I can have a picture in my mind of the type of man Joseph was while I pray for him still.
Michele
September 12, 2016
R.I.P Joe you where always a great person helping others all the time .
Chip Callori
September 11, 2016
Missing you every day for 15 years! Not fair.
Love you always,
your big sister
John Carrozzella
September 11, 2016
I had the absolute pleasure to work with Joe for 4+ years at the WTC. I was a supervisor for the Observation Deck in Tower 2. Joe was ALWAYS there to help me when we had elevator problems, even when it was extremely inconvenient for his department. I had moved to Las Vegas in January 2000, so I was very lucky to not be there that horrible morning. I considered Joe much more than a rival department head, I considered him a friend, and was devastated when I found out days later that he did not make it home to his loved ones on that horrible day. It was an honor to know him and work with him on a daily basis. To say he was a great man would be a gross understatement! He was truly one of a kind, and the world is absolutely a much worse place without him here! Prayers always to his family, friends and loved ones! May he continue to RIP and watch over you!
October 3, 2015
I am so sorry for your lost. It is very difficult to lose a one. but their is real hope for the future. Please read Roman 16:4.
Chip Callori
September 12, 2015
Dear Joseph, another year has come and gone. Miss you always, love you always. Your big sister
January 30, 2015
Joseph, I think of you and miss you every day...we're moving back to the World Trade Center today. It's bitter sweet, nervous about going back, but happy that we'll be closer to you and Arlene.
Chip Callori
December 31, 2014
Dear Joseph, well, another year comes to an end and it was a doosey. I wish you were here with us. Love, your big sister.
Diana
September 12, 2014
13 years and it doesn't get any easier. I miss you terribly...
Marlene Adair
September 11, 2014
I didn't know u but tears came to my eyes when read the story u r very brave and caring man I hope u r enjoying heaven :)
September 11, 2014
13 years! Not fair. Not then. Not now. Not ever!! Missing you more every day. Love, always, your Big Sister.
Yesenia Gonzalez
September 11, 2014
Wow, Can't believe I'm seeing your face again since that sad day. My final memories of you. I just started working with you it was only 2 or 3 months and I worked as your Office Manager in the twin towers. You loved sushi haha and Starbucks Frap's and would send me down to get one and you would say get one for yourself too. You would lean over and speak to my good ear with a cute smirk. You would always talk about your son. You was proud of him. IYou gave me a book 12 Laws of Leadership. On that day I had it with me and ran like the wind with it when we receive the call on our walkie's to evacuate the building. I still have that book and think of you often. You will always be in my heart! Say Hi to my brother he passed away at 31 tragic accident too. Well I wish there were more bosses like you in this world. Happy 13 years with your Lord in Heaven. I will see you when my time comes.
*(please excuse the typo's)
Chip Callori
May 26, 2014
I wish you were here to share some hot dogs and beer with us. Miss you more every day. Love, your big sister.
March 19, 2014
Happy Birthday Joe!
Forever in our hearts and minds. Love you xoxoxoxox
Diana
March 18, 2014
Joseph, Happy Birthday (3/15)...I still think of you and miss you, every single day!
Nick Begonja
March 15, 2014
Happy Birthday Joe! Just want you to know I did everything I could.... Say hello to Bella patty and Bella for me. Love Nick
Dan Murphy
February 28, 2014
Joseph,
I never met you in life but I was an NYPD Detective-Sergeant in 2001 and responded to the WTC as we all did. I have long since retired and moved out to Minnesota where I recently had the privilege of meeting your brother Anthony. He has told me about you and I wish I knew you in life. I am sorry for the terrible loss to your entire family and wish you peace in the arms of Jesus Christ in heaven. You are missed and respected by many. God rest your soul.
Chip Callori
December 30, 2013
Another year without you here. :(
love, your big sister.
September 15, 2013
peter basile
September 14, 2013
dear joe....think of you always...you are a true hero in every sense of the word. Thank you for being my friend and until we meet again i love you and miss you very much. See you on the other side...Love pete
Mike Genova
September 12, 2013
Thank you for your selfless story. Incredible.
September 11, 2013
my name is james I met joe back in the 80s when we worked at LaGuardia airport.i was a temp at the time he was a proud father his daughter was a baby and that was all he talked about .I was hurt when I found out about joe ,I left the port Authority in 86 but I never forgot the friend he was .I guess we clicked because we were pisces .but what I'm wanna say is that you will never be forgotten thank you...
jackie rodriguez
September 11, 2013
Joe was a class act, and an extraordinary father, husband and granddad. He was very loved by all his friends and family, and it was an honor to know him.. May you rest in Peace, Joe... and may the family be in Peace on this day of Remembrance...
Melissa McGrath
September 11, 2013
Dear Joe,
I think about you all the time, especially today. I know you are looking down and have to be so proud of Dina. Your new grandson is an absolute angel! There are so many good memories from our time working together at the WTC, and I'm forever grateful that you introduced me to Dina. She is a true friend and I love her to pieces. I will always be here for her and I hope you can see that. Xo
Dorene Killard
September 11, 2013
I have just met your grandson , he is so beautiful. Dina and Nick are doing a wonderful job. He is so loved, I'm sure you are looking over them like an angel
Hope Somma
September 11, 2013
Dear Joe,
Missing you and think of you all the time.
We love you, Hope & Frank
Chip Callori
September 10, 2013
Dear Joseph, There are no words. I miss you every day but, at this time of year, it becomes almost unbearable. My love, always, your big sister.
September 10, 2013
12 years goes by so quick but i know you are watching over all your family and friends. On this holiday Yom Kippur I always say a prayer for you and your family. We worked together many years at the WTC. If others remember I was the general manager of Everything Yogurt and Salad Cafe.
William Waxman
Orlando Florida ([email protected])
Diana Guzman-Hall
September 9, 2013
Joseph, it's been 12 years :( I'll be at the WTC Memorial Golf Outing on Friday with Paulie and the gang. It's always fun when we get together and tell "Joe stories". ...I still think of you and miss you every single day.
Chip Callori
February 28, 2013
Dear Joseph, Congratulations on becoming a grandpa. You must be so proud of Dina. Little Niko is absolutely gorgeous. I know you will be looking over him and guiding Joel to be the best big brother ever. Love, your big sister.
February 11, 2013
Joe u r missed greatly,grew up with Joe , I lived on 88st / 103ave , played much basketball with Joe and Mike masarro. You will always be remembered,my thoughts and prayers go out to u and your family
Danny Donovan
dorene killard
September 19, 2012
I did not know you..but I have the pleasure of knowing your daughter Dina...and she is a wonderful person...I'm sure u are looking down at her and are very proud
September 19, 2012
Hi Joe, Just wanted to say im sorry for missing the memorial at point lookout but i was thinking of you all day, you are in my heart, you are missed so much.love (junior) kathy
September 18, 2012
hi joe,
sorry i am a little late this year....just wanted to tell u that i miss u and will always remember you and all the good times we had growing up. me and roe went to your grave on 9/11 and i actually found it on the first try lol. i said a prayer and asked GOD to watch over you and he assured me that you, my friend are watching over us and running things in heaven lol. till we meet again I LOVE YOU and YOU ARE ALWAYS THOUGHT OF.
See you on the other side
Love Peter A. Basile
dawn tepper-disefano
September 12, 2012
you were a hero
Hope Somma
September 12, 2012
Missing you and think of you every day Joe! Lots of love and hugs, Hope & Frank
Chip Callori
September 12, 2012
Another year of missing you. Love, always,
your big sister
Diana Guzman
September 12, 2012
11 years later and I still miss you and think of you every day.... :(
Michele Scarpinto Giamundo
September 12, 2012
R.I.P. JOE GONE TOO SOON,YOU WHERE A HERO AND NOW YOUR A SAINT..
July 26, 2012
Hi Joe,i went up to see debra last week, Really had a nice time. Miss You
love Junior (kathy)
March 15, 2012
Today is always difficult for me. Hard to send good wishes so I'll just send my love.
your big sister
Barbara Boam
January 26, 2012
Barbara Boam & Kim Rogers walked a mile for you (mile #58) on 1/26/12 as a dedication to your life.
Nick Begonja
January 6, 2012
Joe im down at the site everyday helping rebuild it, its my home away from home, its a awesome project to be involved in and i must of written your name in every elevator shaft ive been in! My hard hat has your dog tags glued to it! sooooo many people knew you! Especially the elevator guys! Some of these guys knew you very well they tell me stories! I love you Dina & Joel so much!
David Price
January 5, 2012
Miss you much, had fun building Aunt Chip's deck together, and visiting you at the WTC. Love and miss you always.
December 27, 2011
Another Christmas has come and gone. How I miss the holidays we shared. Love you much!
Your big sister.
Arlene Evans
September 19, 2011
Yesterday at my church, The Salvation Army in Piqua, Ohio, I received two cloth rosettes containing Mr. Amatuccio's name. These were part of the flag made of rosettes containing all of the names of the victims of September 11, 2001, displayed during our remembrance service on September 11,2011. We were each asked to take a name and pray for that family. I hope and pray the Amatuccio family is doing well. God Bless You.
Robert Striffler
September 13, 2011
Joseph and I were friends in Ozone Park as well as the rest of the family. I worked on the 99th floor ,however I wasn't in the office that day. Sunday reminded about the many friends and colleagues that perished. I hope the entire Amatuccio family is doing well.
God Bless, Bob Striffler
Goerge Loose
September 12, 2011
Yesterday, September 11, 2011, I had the honor of placing a flag in a memorial ceremony for Mr. Joseph Amatuccio. The service was held in Hopewell Township, Cumberland County, southwestern New Jersey at Cumberland Value, NJ. It was sponored by Mr. Bruce Riley. It was a very moving event. My sincerest condolences, George Loose
September 12, 2011
You are always remembered. you are watching over us and your new building
William Waxman
Orlando florida [email protected]
September 12, 2011
you are a heroe to your wife, your children's & your grandchildren's they miss you so much & you will be in their hearts forever always & forever
Rita Amatuccio
September 11, 2011
Uncle Joe,
I cannot believe ten years have past. Everyone misses you so much. I am truly proud to have you as my uncle, you are such a brave man and you will always be with us in our hearts. Watch over us.
Love you,
Rita
September 11, 2011
As a commercial property manager, I have often thought about a disaster at my building. You paid the ultimate price, Mr. Amatuccio, while trying to help your tenants. You are as much of a hero as FDNY and NYPD. I understand why you did it. God speed.
Kymberli Colbourne
September 11, 2011
We hold you in our hearts.
Dana Wu
September 11, 2011
Dear Chip and family -- sending you love on this day -- can't believe that it's been 10 years. I will always remember Joey with a smile. Peace -- Dana Wu
Peggy Taggart-Mahoney
September 11, 2011
My husband and I only met Joe once. It was at Eddie Money's benefit show for P.O. Chuck Schwarz at the Roseland Ballroom, not too long before 9/11. Eddie is my brother-in-law. Like everyone is saying, he was always smiling. Joe is definitely a true hero. He had the opportunity to walk away safely but chose to go back in and save lives. May God Bless Joe and his family.
September 11, 2011
Dear Joe,
The memories we share will stay with me forever. You were such a good friend to me and I miss you very much! My love always, Hope xoxoxoxoxox
Nick Vataj
September 11, 2011
10 years and I still think about and miss you all the time brother.. I will always love you and you will always be my true friend.
Vincent DiMarzo
September 10, 2011
Dear Joe my old friend not a day goes by that i dont think of you. Wish we were still playin football on the conduit.You were our star running back cross buck left lol. RIP till we meet again your friend Vinny
September 10, 2011
Dear Joseph, Well, in less than ten minutes it will be September 11th, again. In less than ten hours I will lose you, again. I love you and miss you every moment of every day. Love, your big sister.
Nick Begonja
September 10, 2011
Dear Joe,
I just want to tell you I'm down at site everyday and I know your right there with me, your always around aren't you! Thanks for breaking my leg its the best thing that ever happen to me, we all love you and miss you so much.
September 10, 2011
Dear Joe,i cannot believe ten years have passed, you are missed so much by everyone that ever met you, you are a Great Man and we are all proud to have known you.I remember you calling me Junior along with someone else Ha Ha.!!!lol and it brings back lots of memories.MISS YOU SO MUCH,Love Kathy(junior)
John Carrozzella
September 10, 2011
I was a supervisor at the Observation Deck in the South Tower and I had the privilege of interacting with Joe on a daily basis from 1996-January 2000. He was truly the NICEST guy in the world. When I heard that he was one of the victims of 9/11 it broke my heart! I will have Joe in my prayers!
Jasmin Crespo-Cajigas
September 10, 2011
Hi uncle Joe
Thinking if you....
Alyssa Willis
September 9, 2011
Miss you so much papa and love you, In just two days it will be 10 years i've been without you :( i'm going to the memorial as i do every year. Love you i will be praying for you and celebrating ten years at the memorial <3 Love you
larry r
September 9, 2011
hi joe
still thinking of you and praying for you. my son's headed to afghanistan flying an apache helicopter. i know you'll be on his shoulder watching out for him.
Diana Guzman
September 8, 2011
Joseph,
Ten years....so hard to believe..I want you to know that I still miss you terribly....you will always be in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Diana
PETER BASILE
September 7, 2011
dear joe...I cannot believe that ten years has gone by. You are truly a HERO to me....and although i may have never told u but you were always a hero to me... long before the rest of the world found out the type of GREAT MAN JOE AMATUCCIO IS.When we were kids growing up in ozone park i always looked up 2 u...THATS HOW MUCH U MEAN TO ME. THANK U FOR ALWAYS MAKING ME FEEL LIKE I WAS WORTH SOMETHING WHEN U PICKED ME TO BE ON UR SIDE WHEN WE PLAYED SPORTS (EVEN THOUGH I WAS NOT GOOD LOL).
I stop by the cemetary and visit u....just to get the feeling that you are in our minds and MOST OF ALL IN OUR HEARTS.
REST IN PEACE JOE...SEE YOU ON THE OTHER SIDE
LOVE YOU ALWAYS,
PETER A. BASILE
Jasmin Crespo Cajigas
May 21, 2011
Joe,
I had no idea, but I always wonder... the last time I spoke to you was at the tower in the spring. I was visiting from Florida and you told me stop by the house that Deb would be happy to see me.... you were so happy, but than again you were always smiling.... and that is how I will remember you with the big smile on your face....
My condolence to the Amatuccio family!
Jasmin Crespo Cajigas
May 4, 2011
hi joe,
just sitting at work and thinking of you, miss u so much
love
junior (kathy)
Diana Guzman
May 3, 2011
Joseph,
Rest In Peace my friend...they got him!
Thinking of you and missing you always...
Diana
May 3, 2011
Joseph,
I just wish you were here to relish in this moment. Everything just came slamming back like it was yesterday. I wanted to hug you so bad.
your big sister
N. V
May 1, 2011
They got him pal
April 24, 2011
Dad,
With pains in my chest I miss you so much, Happy Easter up in heaven! I know that you are with me all the time helping me with difficult choices and guiding me through difficult times in life, as well as sharing happy moments with us. I also learned from you recently, even though your not physically here with me, not to judge. Thank you for all of your great parenting skills and great morals you instilled in me, it definitely made me the person I am today, the person I hope that you are proud to have for a daughter, because I am so proud to have you as my father ... now and always!
Thank you for being so patient!
Love Always, your lil girl,
Dina Marie
(Joel And Nick too)
James & Melissa
Melissa Amatuccio
April 22, 2011
James and Melissa Wedding Pic 12/31/10
Melissa Amatuccio
April 22, 2011
Diana Guzman
March 25, 2011
Joseph,
Just wanted you to know that i still miss you and think of you every day.
Wish i could turn back the clock and it be halloween at Chip's and you were serving me and Debra peppermint shots. :)
Diana
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