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Yvette Anderson Obituary
Here are dishes Yvette Anderson might have served someday in her dream restaurant: corn pudding, barbecued chicken, fried chicken, turkey wings, collard greens mixed with kale and turnip greens, banana pudding, lemon meringue pie, peach cobbler. And her daughter Rasha McMillon's favorite, yellow and green squash with onions.
For years, members of White Rock Baptist Church in Harlem, where Mrs. Anderson prayed, praise-danced and tended to the elderly, were nourished by her feasts. Mrs. Anderson, 53, hoped to give the public a taste soon after she received her bachelor's degree in hotel and restaurant management next May. In the meantime, she was saving her earnings from two jobs: as a waitress at a soul food restaurant on weekends, and during the week, as a keyboard specialist at the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance, in the World Trade Center.
Orphaned at 15, Mrs. Anderson pressed upon her children the importance of self- reliance and hard work. But she was also a joyous, generous woman, animated by faith. On the night of Sept. 10, she braided her daughter's hair, saying, "I don't know why, but I have a nervous feeling." Then, Ms. McMillon said, "She called a friend from church and talked about loving God."
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Laura
September 11, 2024
She sounds like she was an exceptionally kind and fun person. May her memory be a blessing to her loved ones.
Anthony Diaz
September 11, 2024
Such a beautiful soul and a giving heart as a young man starting in the work force you helped me adjust and mentored me on my birthday you barely knew me but gave me a gift (a shirt) that I wore till it fell apart yvette the world lost a beautiful person inside and out on 9/11 I will hold you in my heart for the rest of my life
Anthony Diaz
September 11, 2024
Yvette you were a great person.
When the summer youth work program started you helped to adjust and supported me greatly. My birthday came around not knowing me all that much you brought me a shirt that touched me greatly. Your were a Beautiful soul with a warm heart and great smile.
I will always miss you my friend thank you for everything in that time of my life
Louise Scalzo
September 11, 2021
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Cindy Roe
August 31, 2021
Remembering Yvette on the 20th anniversary of 9/11....
Sean Kennedy
September 11, 2015
Hi..I snapped this picture a couple of years ago..very random. I then looked Yvette's name up to learn more about her. While I never met her, I will never forget her. My deepest condolences to your family.
September 20, 2014
shawnhenderson
September 14, 2014
Yvette and Family, Our sorrow will never completely heal until we meet again in the heavenly place God has made for brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus. I look forward to that glorious meeting, my dear friends. I will never forget.
Leyla Badillo
September 12, 2014
Dear Yvette,
Today I honored you by running the same amount of stairs that I would have had to run in the World Trade Center to save your life on the tragic day we all will never forget. As you body lays peacefully in our Mother Earth, I know that your spirit that has ascended into the heavens is watching over your loved ones- caring for them as they care for you. You're very much still among us. You were in my heart today. We will never forget. I look forward to meeting you :)
Donnie Herrera
September 11, 2013
Mrs. Anderson,
I never knew you and only heard for the first time your name today. But I felt compelled to write to you. We love and worship the same Lord, Jesus. You are my sister in Christ. One day soon I will have the honor of meeting you and, just maybe, have the pleasure of enjoying one of your specially-prepared meals.
Roxanne Santoro
April 30, 2013
It took me this long to compose myself to write anything-Roxy misses you,my "crab eating" partner-Love You.
Barbara Boam
February 7, 2012
Barbara Boam & Kim Rogers walked a mile for you (mile #64) on 2/7/12 as a dedication to your life.
November 18, 2011
To The Family,
As I continue my effort to reach all families of persons who died in the World Trade Center on 9/11/01, I'm very sorry to learn that your family experienced the pain of losing a loved one in the tragedy of 9/11. With sincere sympathy and empathy may these understanding thoughts help to convey that others care. “Precious in the eyes of God is the death of his loyal ones.” (Psalms 116:15) May God comfort you at this time of sorrow and bless you through the days ahead.
Sincerely,
Mr. Terry of NC
(a concerned Bible Student)
Kymberli Colbourne
September 11, 2011
We hold you in our hearts.
Julius Hudson
September 11, 2008
Yvette, I only heard of you and your Peach cobbler. They say we were related. I never got around to checking it out. I know the Lord will see us as bredda & sista. You're in a better place.
RIP
Carmen Pedrosa
September 10, 2008
On this 7th Anniversary of the World Trade Center terror I will remember you . I use to remember you singing all the time. I especially remember in the ladies room. We were in different departments but I use to go and visit at your department..Rest in peace Yvette. You are missed alot.
ebby adams
March 22, 2008
Oh lord I will love thee, you are my rock and my fortess,my strength in whom I will trust, and I will call your name with praise and awake into a heavenly glory delivered inside your marvellous arms. Away but safe in the arms of the master. bless you
Doug Abraham
February 3, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Toni Edden
March 22, 2007
happy easter im sorry for your lost god bless
Toni Edden
December 19, 2006
GOD BLESS U HAVE A HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND IM VEARY SORRY AGOUT YOUR LOST
JENNIFER HARRIS
November 24, 2006
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
aj
November 16, 2006
god bless
Pat Reed Sircy
October 27, 2006
Very sorry about your loss! Sincere sympathy, Pat - R.N. in TN
Kristine
October 11, 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.
Leon Allen
September 11, 2006
Mrs. Anderson seemed like a very nice woman and from her profile and how we know she loved god and always went to church we know she is in heaven right now remembering what happened 5 years ago.
GOD BLESS...
Julie An
September 11, 2006
Although I do not know Mrs.Anderson personally, I assume that she was a loving and caring person. I pray for her family and friends. God bless.
B Deguzman
September 10, 2006
even though ive never met you, you seem like a very nice,intelligent, and loving person. may God bless you and may God watch over your family
B DeGuzman
September 10, 2006
Even though I've never met you, you seem like a very bright, intlligent, and loving person. May God Bless you and may God watch over your family.
CLAUDIA ANDERSON
September 6, 2006
I DIDNT KNOW HER BUT GOD BLESS.
P Tabbernor
August 19, 2006
In memory....
Sandy Smith
September 11, 2005
To Yvette's Family,
It's been 4 years tonight and I can still weep as it was yesterday. But of course I know Yvette is enjoying the glories of heaven that are so wonderful we cannot even imagine. Be encouraged - Our heavenly Father watches over you.
Yvette Warren
June 13, 2005
Even thogh I've never met you I will always remember the day I seen Yvette Anderson. You are a special woman, from the grave you inspire me to go on in life!!! Thank you! R.I.P. God Bless you and your Family!!!
Darryl smith
May 10, 2005
God blees you
Freddy De Schutter
December 11, 2004
It does heart pain what has happened on 11 September 2001.
Our sympathy is prayed and with you.
TAMEKIA HAYNES
June 6, 2004
MRS ANDERSON,
I'M SO SORRY THAT YOU HAD TO GO BUT I TRY TO KEEP IN MIND THAT YOUR IN A BETTER PLACE,GOD MAKES NO MISTAKES AND GOD TAKES ONLY THE BEST I'M ALL THE WAY DOWN IN ORLANDO,FL AND I WISHED I WOULD'VE KNOWN YOU . I LOVE GREENS AND ALL THAT SOUL FOOD .WHEN I CATCH THE LOTTERY I WOULD BE HONORED IF YOUR FAMILY WOULD LET ME NAME RESTUARANT AFTER YOU AND I'D SELL THE SAME FOODS YOU COOKED.YOUR FOREVER IN HEART AS WELL AS MIND REST N PEACE.
Laura Carter
September 12, 2003
My families prayers are with your family. Strive on and continue to achieve your dreams just as Yvette would have wanted you to. May god contiunue to shed all the blessing of the world upon your famlies. I did not have the pleasure of meeting her, but through this memorial I feel so connected. May you Rest In Peace.
Linda Abraham
September 12, 2003
To the family of Yvette Anderson and her daughter, I did not know her and never met her, but as I read her memorial tribute and Guest Book entries, what a wonderful, fascinating and loving Woman of God, it makes me want to love Jesus and live for Him, even the more, because He is coming back, and I pray and do believe that Yvette's greatest wishes must have been for her family to see Jesus in peace, so, get ready to see her, she's waiting for you! May God continue to bless you and keep you!!
A Peace Lily - May Yvette rest in peace.
Gretchen McKissack
September 11, 2003
To The Family of Yvette:
It's been two years, but we will never forget Yvette and the other Angels who went to heaven that day. God Bless and Keep Your Family! I pray for your peace and an end to the conflict so our men and women in the armed services will safely return to us soon.
Myra Hollinshead
September 11, 2003
I am blessed to have know Yvette personally and she was truly a pleasure to know. Her work at White Rock Baptist Church inspired me to drive the church van for the seniors on Sunday morning. Yvette was one of the best cooks to have at any church function. I will always remember her lemon meringue pies. They were to die for. Her love for her family and her husband Marvin showed. Yvette was not just a talker she was a doer and I truly do miss her. Rest in peace Yvette. We will see you in the morning. To God be the Glory. God makes NO MISTAKES!!!.
mchael tinch
September 11, 2003
i did not know yvette anderson but one thing i do know is that i think she knew that god was coming to take her home .dont worry about her because i think she is in a better place.
Marva Morris
May 29, 2003
To The Family,
Yvette loved the lord and I know he will take good care of her. God Bless the daughter and the ones that loved her. Marva Morris
Melissa and Kayla Korth
April 28, 2003
My daughter and I are sorry for your loss. I know for us, family is everthing. I don't know what I would do if I lost my child! Are prayers go out to your family. We know Yvette is in a wonderful place full of love, and warmth!
Del Newberry
January 2, 2003
Yvette,
I praise God that I will be able to meet you in heaven someday. It is evident from the other entries in this guestbook that you are well-loved and are sorely missed here on earth. My love and prayers go out to your family and friends.
Olivia Slaughter
December 20, 2002
Yvette i know we didn't know eachother, and i apologize this happend to you. My heart goes out to your family and friends. And may your soul rest in peace.
God Bless America!!!
Sincerely,
Olivia Slaughter
Kevin Mason
November 22, 2002
It was August 27,2001 just 2 weeks before the tragedy that finally met Yvette. My aunt Wylene O. Woodruff of NYC,NY had known her for over 20 yrs. My wife and I had came all the way from Clovis, NM where we were living at that time to surprise my aunt on her 50th birthday party. That Monday morning my sister and a cousin of ours wanted to go down the WTC before we left NY, aunt Wylene told us about Yvette who worked there. She made the arrangements for us to meet her on the 87th floor to help us in getting around in the WTC. I will never forget how nice she was when we met her and how glad she was to meet us. She will be missed dearly by the Woodruff family.
Karen Gilmore
October 31, 2002
"Trust in me says the Lord and I will take care of Thee" May she forever rest in peace. May warm memories bring a smile to those who loved her so dearly.
Cheryl Edwards
October 20, 2002
My prayers go to the family and friends of Yvette. What a remarkable American she was and will always live in the memories of those she cared for and those who care for her.
Cheryl Edwards
Shawn Mason
September 13, 2002
good bless you and you family. my prayers are with you and your family.
Mae Thomas
September 11, 2002
To the Family of Yvette Anderson:
My heart goes out to you, especially her daughter. My prayers are with you. Even though I was thousands of miles away on September 11, 2001, I felt the pain of those who lost love ones on that tragic day.
May the love of God embrace you and shine upon you and comfort you and give you peace.
God Bless You
Elizabeth Oppermann
September 11, 2002
Dear family and friends of Yvette Anderson,
I did not know Yvette and I do not know you, but today, as I looked over the names of those lost a year ago, I remembered this name from the list of names read at the Memorial today. Yvette sounded like a woman of great spirit. This evening when I go to church, I will remember her and her loved ones will be in my prayers. Peace and God bless to you.
Annette Walker
September 11, 2002
Today I sang Mozart's Requiem with the Missoula Symphony Chorale as part of the "Rolling Requiem" tribute. Yvette Anderson's name was on a badge I wore over my heart, and I sang in her honor. My thoughts are with her daughter and her family. I lost my mother when I was a child, so I know there is little that can be said to give comfort. I hope the music has somehow made a difference.
Sincerely, Annette Walker
Jamie Bell
September 11, 2002
Dear Yvette,
I went to Legacy.com, and I closed my eyes to honor you at 846aEST. I looked into your eyes, your picture, as your name was read. Only you, I looked at you and prayed that you are shining down and injecting your family with love and strength. 3 seconds or less before your name was read (or less, I knew it was coming up), a truck drove by a window in my bathroom creating a light flash that spooked me. I could see the flash in my living room. My love to you, and the flash of light was too spooky, I knew it was a truck, but it was you comforting me. I love you and your family albeit we never talked on earth.
To you, to your family, I give you a smile that I hope helps your soul, and your family.
GOD BLESS!
Jamie Bell
Yvettra LEE
September 10, 2002
I'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU FOR YOUR GREAT FOOD. GREAT SMILE AND JUST BEING A GREAT PERSON I'LL MISS YOU BUT WILL SEE YOU AGAIN REMEMBER US YVETTE'S MUST STAY TOGTHER
YVETTE
Domonique Austin
September 9, 2002
I just want to send out my condolences to the family. She had a daughter around my age and I know how tragic it would be for me to lose my mother. Iwant to say I'm sorry and I pray that God would comfort you.
Patricia Barr
September 5, 2002
Keep her alive in your heart. As a mother of a 15 yr old daughter, my heart goes out to her's. I know how my daughter would feel if something were to happen to me being a single mother for more than 12 of those years. God Bless Ms. Anderson's family especially her daughter. Obviously God has a bigger plan in mind for her. To the family, keep the faith and keep your head to the sky for you will see her again. She is up there looking out for you.
Brandi Bell
August 27, 2002
I just want to say that you are definitely in a better place. May your soul rest in peace. And to your daughter, keep your head up, and the Lord will comfort and guide you..
Simone
August 21, 2002
You are a soul of grace and light. No one is without your presence. You are loved and love flows from you. You are not missed because you are still here, guiding and touching and loving in memory and divine presence from beyond. Your strength will empower those who still remain in this struggle. Continue to guide and teach in light and love.
Yvette, you are a true blessing.
Susannah
August 16, 2002
Your stry touched my heart! Heaven has another angel. God Bless!
Terrell Silver
August 6, 2002
Apostle Paul said, "I'd rather be absent from the body and Present with the Lord." I know Yvette is with the Lord and she's happy because she's in a better place. I pray one day I'll see her again because I miss her so much. I can't help but reminiscence about the times we spent together last year hanging out at the wax museum on 42nd St., Great Adventure in July, BB King Club to see Oleta Adams in August and the times I would come to your office and sit and talk to you and Raj. I miss you girl....
L B
July 16, 2002
I've never met you, but my your charisma, I can tell you were an awesome woman of God! Certainly, we make mistakes, but it is what you do to change them that makes a difference. I know you are that shining star and in Heaven you really get to cook up some 'soul' food...I know the Lord likes that very much!!
SELENA TRIPPEDO
May 12, 2002
May God bless you and protect you up in heaven..May you rest in peace Yvette
Marianne Nichols
May 6, 2002
Time has gone by since this awful tragedy, but we haven't forgotten the heros and innocent people that died and Yvette, you truly were a wonderful woman w/ high hopes and to the loved ones she left behind be very proud of your mother, wife, daughter, friend because she certainly seemed like a remarkable woman.. God Bless!
A J
April 18, 2002
I bet your restaurant is really bumping in Heaven. I have a dear friend there who must be dining happy -- her name is Arlyn. She and I agonized over our weight, so imagine her delight when you arrived and she can eat without worrying about gaining weight!
My only consolation when a believer dies is that only the body is really dead - the spirit is alive and well with the Lord, which is the presence all believers aspire to be in. Yvette just earned her reward ahead of us.
Miss her, grieve for her, but do not grieve as those who have no hope, for the believer always has hope in the resurrection.
God bless this family.
Paula
March 13, 2002
Vette,
God Bless you and your family now. I pray that your child and family finds God and peace in this time of trouble. I hope that prayers never end for them.
Shawn Green
March 11, 2002
Six months has not changed the images we viewed
It has made us all look at life more subdued.
Given yet some that gave so much
It may have happened in New York,
But the world it touched.
Lives were lost, stories went untold,
Our bravest and finest, blood ran cold.
Not even Spielberg could have directed this disaster
And how were we to survive all this after
Having these images seared into our conscience
And the immeasurable pain for those that will miss
Their moms and dads, kids and friends,
Relatives, loved ones, could not even begin
To fathom the reality, to wake from this horrible dream
To go back to normality, tattered at the seams.
As a nation we still mourn, a bit less every day.
But the pain is still there, as we go on our way.
To the store, to church, to work, to play
We may catch a glimpse of an airplane and pause to say
A quick prayer for those whose travel is uncertain
As they fly into the rainbow, as God lifted the curtain.
To bless them and remind them that his job is not yet done.
As he closed the curtain, and welcomed them safely home.
Marcia Tanner-Frasier
February 1, 2002
Yvette "Vet" as she was called by her family and friends was not only beautiful on the outside but on the inside as well. She would always brighten any room with her smile. And jokes, "Vet" always had a joke to tell. She always kept people laughing in stitches. I will miss "Vet" at Thanksgiving when she came home to Danville, VA every year. This year was really rough. Thanksgiving will never be the same without "Vet" and Grandma. I miss you so much "Vet".
Your cousin Marcia
Brenda Harvey
January 20, 2002
From what I've read of you, Yvette, you are (not were) a beautiful lady. You can't know how much reading about the zest you had for life has inspired me. I want always to remember you. May the Creator be forever with your loved ones. Bless you, Brenda
Jacqueline Jones
January 18, 2002
I am deeply soory for the lost that you and your family are facing. Just know that god is watching over you and that she will be in a better place than in this cruel world that she lived in before. I hope that her daughter is okay, and know that her mother is looking down on her.
Teresa Jahn
January 10, 2002
We are deeply sorry for your loss of Yvette. May her deep faith, her life and love continue living in you. May the sorrow in your hearts be lightened by precious memories of moments shared with Yvette. 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
Nicole Anderson
December 13, 2001
Your family will forever be in my prayers. God Bless i know you are in good hands with the lord.
Linda Agbaniyaka
December 7, 2001
It has been my pleasure to know and to work with Yvette. May God continue to wrap his loving arms around her in heaven and her family and friends here on earth.
Christina Wagner
December 5, 2001
As soon as I get to heaven, Yvette's restaurant is the first place I'm going to go to... God bless your family. My best wishes for you.
Marilyn Singleton
December 3, 2001
Your family will forever be in my prayers. God bless you for what you stood for. I know you are at home with the Lord.
IRENE STAPINSKI
December 2, 2001
GOD BLESS YVETTE ANDERSON AND MAY SHE REST IN PEACE...GOD BLESS HER
FAMILY AND FRIENDS...GOD BLESS AMERICA FOREVER AND MAY WE NEVER
FORGET 9/11/01
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