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Steven H. Berger may have seemed daunting to some people. He was a supervisor of corporate tax auditors at the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance. On top of that, he knew a little about everything. His wife Susan says he always got the answers right on "Jeopardy" and "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire."
To Ms. Berger, her husband was a good man who enjoyed the everyday things of life.
Mr. Berger, 45, was a big reader of encyclopedias when he was not rooting for the Dallas Cowboys or working on his cooking. At the office he was known as Emeril, a reference to the well-known Food Channel chef. He was ribbed for taking his leftovers to work.
He pampered his daughter, Melissa, 12, and they did many things together, including raking leaves and shoveling the snow. He was also the repairman around their New Jersey home.
Mr. Berger also loved his job. He spent almost four hours a day getting to and from his job at the World Trade Center, his wife said, who is an auditor for New York city. "He was pleased by little things," his wife said. "He did not need any of the big things that some people do. He loved working in the Trade Center. He had the view of the city."
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Cindy Roe
September 1, 2021
Remembering Steven on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Enid Bush
September 11, 2019
Dear Melissa & Susan.
Its been 18 years since that horrific day. Memories of Steve and the our outings together make me smile. Steve will remain in your hearts forever. Sending you love and birthday wishes to Melissa. Love, Enid, Jeff & Jenna
Del Newberry
September 15, 2017
Praying for Steven's family today. We will never forget. Much love from Texas,
Katrina Gabriel
September 11, 2016
Dear Melissa. I think about you every year on your birthday today and will always remember you frozen in time as the amazing CIT at camp and how strong you are. Stop by and say hi one day. I would love to see you all grown up. As always so sorry for your tremendous loss. Warm regards Katrina at Country Roads Day Camp.
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September 10, 2016
Dear Janet,
Thinking of all of you this weekend.
It does not feel like 15 years have
passed at all....
Love to you & your family,
Susan from CT
Paul Wollman
September 12, 2015
my heart goes out to all of you, always.
Susan
September 11, 2015
Dear Susan, Melissa, Janet & family,
My thoughts are with all of you today on this 14th Year Remembrance....
Paul Wollman
September 13, 2014
My prayers & thoughts are forever with all of you. Wish u would contact me.
Paul Wollman
September 13, 2013
Steven was my mothers godchild. He will never be forgotten.
Barbara Boam
February 5, 2013
I walked a mile for you (mile #172) on 2/5/13 as a dedication to your life.
Susan
September 11, 2012
...May God Bless All Of You...
~Thoughts are with you today~
January 16, 2012
To The Family,
It's been almost 10 1/2 years but 9/11 is a day that still pains our hearts very much. One can only imagine the pain that you feel when this day is even mentioned. May you be comforted to know that others care and hope that God somehow brings genuine comfort to you through His Word the Bible which tells how the Almighty will bring comfort to all of us when He brings an end to death, pain, sorrow,and brings righteous dead ones back to life with the opportunity of living forever.
Sincerely,
Mr. Terry of NC
Paul Wollman
December 31, 2011
Dear Susan, Melissa, Janet, & Family,
My deepest thoughts are with all of you during this 10th anniversay and as we continue to heal we shall never forget Steven's loss and 9/11.
September 10, 2011
Dear Susan, Melissa, Janet & family,
Tomorrow will mark the 10th year Anniversary of September 11th.
Through the years I have, so
very often, thought of all
of you and tomorrow is no
exception. There are no
words that can ever be
enough. It is only the
love in all our hearts
and souls that will
always be living on
forever....
Love,
Susan from Connecticut
September 11, 2010
Dear Susan, Melissa, Janet & family,
Many thoughts & now many years later you are still so often in my thoughts and prayers. It is that day in 2001 that there was not one bird in the sky and may we never experience that type of tranquility throughout our country again....only the peace that God and His angels can give you, your family & so many others forevermore.
Love,
Susan from Connecticut
August 31, 2010
To the Berger family:
May the consoling words from family and friends continue to strengthen you during this difficult time, and may you find comfort in the words found in the Holy Scriptures: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."
May the wonderful memories of your loved one continue to provide a measure of comfort to you--until God's promises are fulfilled. Matthew 5:5; Psalms 37:11, 29
Lisa Weisser
September 11, 2009
Thinking of you and Melissa and remembering Steve......
Doug Abraham
March 27, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Susan
September 11, 2007
Dear Susan, Melissa & Family,
Sending special thoughts & prayers
to all of you especially on this day.
Janet's friend Susan
Kristine
October 12, 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.
Kelly-Anne Megara
September 11, 2006
Susan and Melissa,
You are in my thoughts and prayers today. Try to celebrate your birthday the way your Dad would want you to. I know it must be difficult but know that he is always in your heart and mind.
God Bless you both.
Kelly-Anne (Gymnastics Club)
September 10, 2006
Dear Susan, Melissa & Family,
Thinking of you on this day.
Janet's Friend Susan (CT)
P Tabbernor
August 23, 2006
In memory....
Susan Mele (Berger)
October 13, 2004
Although we are "cousins" and have never met, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family!
Susan
September 11, 2004
Dear Susan and Melissa,
Thinking of you both on this day;
Many prayers are being sent....
your way.
Janet's friend Susan
Laura Evans
September 11, 2003
Today in school we all wore a star with a name of someone who died on september 11th, I was curious about the name I got and now that I have read about this man my heart goes out to you, I am so sorry for the loss you have had to deal with, he sounds like a wonderful man and I am honored to wear his name today, my prayers are with you.
Kelly-Anne Megara
September 11, 2003
Dear Melissa and Susan,
I know today is a tough one in more ways than one but remember Steven and smile knowing how much he loved and cared for you both. I read the tributes and your dad and husband was loved and admired bt many people. I wish I could have known him too.
God Bless you both, my thoughts and prayers are with you today.
Kelly-Anne (gymnastics)
September 11, 2003
Dear Susan and Melissa,
Thinking of you both today;
My heartfelt prayers always
sent your way....
Most sincerely,
Susan from CT
(Janet's friend)
Susan
December 14, 2002
Dear Susan and Melissa,
My prayers still go out to you both. From reading and knowing
Janet....Steven was a special
person. God Bless You Both,
Susan
(Janet's friend)
Renee Slater
September 11, 2002
Steve, you were truly the sweetest man, and such a good person. I'll always treasure the times you , Susan, and I spent together as close friends back in the eighties. I'll never forget you.
Alan Cook
July 18, 2002
Steven, we have not seen each other for many years, but I have very fond memories of the times we had as childhood friends. I am tremendously saddened to learn that you have left us. I will always remember you as a wonderful person who was intelligent, witty, funny, and with a great headlock.
Barbara Lacher
June 4, 2002
You were a good friend to my brother and always kind and respectful to my family. You are in our nightly prayers. A day has not passed since 9/11 that we do not think of you.
Justin Friedman
May 31, 2002
Steven, rest in peace and watch over your family and friends as you are in our prayers all the time as you were a great father and a loving husband and god bless you as although your physical presence isn't here your spirit is stronger than ever your memories will forever stick
Edith Clark
May 30, 2002
Steven,
May you rest in peace. You will never be forgotten by your beloved family and friends. Your bravery has touched everyone's lives.
FRAN AND STEVEN FRIEDMAN
May 30, 2002
REST IN PEACE; MAY YOUR MEMORY BE FOREVER IN ALL AMERICANS AND DECENT PEOPLE'S HEARTS.
FRAN AND STEVE FRIEDMAN
melissa friedman
May 30, 2002
family. cousin. blood. though you were not a close relative, your absence has touched me in ways you cannot even begin to imagine. you are missed. we will not forget.
always yours, always in our hearts, memories and souls,
the friedman family and the clark family
Angie Campbell
April 22, 2002
I do not know anyone who passed away on 9/11/01, but I have cried and it hurts to think of all of the families that have lost one of their members. May God Bless you and the family and friends that are left behind to deal with the loss. Rest in peace.
Jessica (Janice's friend) Marshall
March 14, 2002
My thoughts are with you Susan and Melissa.
Teresa Jahn
January 8, 2002
May Steven's thirst for knowledge, his life and love live on in those who love him. May the sorrow in your hearts be lightened by golden memories of times together. We are very sorry for your loss of Steven. 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
Allan Katz
January 3, 2002
Rest In Peace...Good Friend
Robert and Susan Favuzzi
January 2, 2002
You are in our thoughts!
IRENE
December 7, 2001
GOD BLESS STEVEN HOWARD BERGER AND'
MAY HE REST IN PEACE.GOD BLESS HIS
FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA
AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01
Catherine Masak Masak
December 5, 2001
Dear Steven,
I know you as Susan's husband and Melissa's father. I will keep you in my prayers. I will always remember.
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