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Thomas A. Casoria waited almost five years, after taking his exam, to be called to his job at the Fire Department. After almost three years on the job he was with Engine 22 on East 85th Street.
Firefighter Casoria was last heard from, according to his father, Carlo, when he radioed his captain to say that he and two other firefighters were helping a paraplegic down the stairs from the fifth floor of 1 World Trade Center and, a little later, when he radioed that a fireman was down.
Firefighter Casoria, 29, grew up in Whitestone, Queens. At Holy Cross High School in Flushing, Queens, he played second base and was captain of his baseball team and was an all-city football player. Once in the Fire Department, he switched to softball and played second base on the department team. He "made plays they can't believe he made," his father said.
Tommy's brother, Carlo, who is also a firefighter, was in the same class at the academy. "He was my go-to guy," Carlo said. "He would be there for me."
With his firefighting career under way, Thomas Casoria had time to think of his future and make his mother, Judy, happy. He was engaged on Oct. 22 a year ago and was set to be married on Oct. 13.
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Carlo Casoria
November 24, 2024
Hi Tom,
Thanksgiving is coming and of course I even think of you more when a holiday is coming
I miss you terribly
Dad
Barbara and Dean
September 11, 2024
We think of you often, especially on this day. Keep them laughing in heaven! Continue to rest peacefully, Barb and Dean
Lisa Royal
September 11, 2024
Dear Casoria family,
I had the honor of walking for Thomas this morning at the 911 tower challenge in Tucson, Arizona. I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I had the opportunity to have met him but it was truly an honor carrying him through the Tucson Arena.
With sincere condolences,
Lisa Royal
If you would like to text me and send me your address I would be happy to send you my lanyard with his picture. 520-609-1701. God bless you!
Christine Casoria
September 11, 2024
Thomas I miss you all the time. It is always on my mind that you are not here with us. Love you Cuz Chrissy
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Judy Casoria
February 26, 2024
Happy Birthday,Tom. We love and miss you very much. Love Mom
Marci Maurer
February 25, 2024
Dear family of Thomas Casoria,
I am from Atl ,GA and Have been holding your son and brother's card since 9/11/2001. At our Cathedral of Christ the King in ATL we picked cards of those who died. My Card said your son was a Firefighter for the NYFire Dept. World Trade Center last scene...I have prayed so many times for your son and his life cut short.
May eternal rest be his and perpetual light shine upon his soul .
God Bless each of you in your loss.
We will NEVER forget 9/11....
Pax to you all , Marci Maurer. Feb 25,2024
Carlo Anthony Casoria
February 24, 2024
Hi Tom,
I hope that you had a happy birthday wherever you are. I wrote something to you on Facebook yesterday and many people still remember you. Carlo is down here in Florida with us and he, Marie and I drank a toast to you last night. Today Carlo went to have breakfast with your cousins Joey and Joanne.
You are always missed and you will always be loved.
Love you always
Dad
Cara
February 23, 2024
Thank you for your brave and ultimate sacrifice, you sound like you were a great man and I hope you are happy and celebrating your special day where you are. Thomas and I share the same birthday. Happy heavenly birthday Thomas, you are never forgotten.
Mona Marie
September 5, 2021
20 years this 9.11.21 and seems just like it was yesterday. Thank you for your service and all your bravery that day Mr. Thomas Casoria. We will NEVER FORGET.
Cindy Roe
September 4, 2021
Remembering Thomas on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Carlo A. Casoria
February 23, 2021
Hi Tom,
Happy Birthday in Heaven!
Marie and I are down in Florida for the winter, we are hoping that
Carlo might come down.
In a couple of weeks Uncle Vinny, cousins Catherine and Jo-Ann will be down here and
We will all get together.
We always miss you and hope that you are happy
If Carlo drives down here, please ride with him?
Love you
Dad
Laura
September 12, 2020
Hello Tommy, once again it's Laura from Texas. I knew your Uncle Vinny. I was best friends with his wife, Margaret, who is with you in heaven. Uncle Vinny called me to say that his son, your cousin Michael, had also left us to join you in heaven earlier this year.
I watched again with sadness, all the videos and recordings and voice messages left on that fateful day from all the victims calling out to their families one last time. I will never forget that day, even though I have been living in Texas for over 35 years. NYC always will be called home.
Rest in peace and watch over the Casoria Family.
Carlo A. Casoria
September 11, 2020
Tom,
It has been 19 years and in some ways it seems like last year. I think it helps that we often feel your presence, especially when we need you.
We are having a great time with Carlo and his girlfriend Lynda. They spend a lot of time with Marie and I out at our house in the a Hampton Bays.
Today Carlo posted the photos when you were cleaning out the dry well in the back yard. We had a great laugh talking about that and many “Tommy” stories. It helps us miss you less. However you are now and always will be missed.
I love you.
Dad
Mona Marie
September 11, 2020
Never forget your brave soul and the souls of all who left us on 9.11.01.
Photograph taken February 23, 2020
Trevor Dreiling
April 2, 2020
I was sitting in a high school classroom that morning watching the world change before my eyes. Who knew that my second visit to the city some 18 years later would lead me to taking this photograph on the evening of February 23, 2020. My condolences to the Casoria family.
Elizabeth Eversfield
February 24, 2020
happy birthday
Carlo A. Casoria
February 23, 2020
Hi Tom,
Happy Birthday.
I received a new picture of you today from Carlo who got it from Anthony.
I was glad to see it since I dont seem to have too many pictures of you.
Carlo also posted the victory photo of Uncle Vinny carrying you after you made the final putout at Home plate
After being knocked over by Anthony Feld, but tough 8 year old Tommy held on to the ball and we won the Championship!
There are so many memories of you and an you are missed so much by all of us.
I know that you are looking after us and you will be with all of us in St. Maarten when Carlo comes
To be with us.
I hope that you are taking care of your cousin Michael who left us too soon,
Be well and God Bless you
Love Always
Dad
marie casoria
February 23, 2020
Happy birthday Tommy...you are loved and missed so much by all your family and friends...but I know you watch over them...As you know your cousin Michael left us last month...I hope you two are together and that you are taking care of him...may god bless you always... Don't worry about your Dad...I will always love and take care of him....Love Marie
Del Newberry
January 13, 2020
We will never forget. Praying for Thomas' family and friends and thanking him for being a hero to the very end. Much love from Texas,
Elizabeth Eversfield
January 10, 2020
God Bless xxxxxx
The Kindred Family
January 9, 2020
We send our sincerest condolences to your family. Tom is still dearly missed and will always be remembered fondly. With each new day may God give the comfort and support needed to try to cope with your very great loss.
Elizabeth Eversfield
September 14, 2019
God Bless You and your family
Carlo A Casoria
September 11, 2019
Hi Tom,
Marie (ReRe) and I were very happy to get a sign from you today.
As were going out we both got that strong scent of smoke and burning wood
That we always get when you are around us.
Your cousin Jo-Ann and her boyfriend Brian also got a whiff of you, so you must have been making your
Rounds.
Although it is a sad day we get so many messages from family and friends that makes us feel good
that you are not forgotten and you never will be.
It is nice to know that Olympic Gold Medal winner Jim shea who won the Skeleton race wearing a
bracelet with your name on it, tells his family the same story every 9/11 and we still keep in touch.
Please keep watching over us and we will feel better knowing that.
Love you and miss you terribly
Dad
Mona Sala
September 11, 2019
Always and forever will remember this day. It does not seem like it was 18 years ago this morning...We will never forget your sacrifice and those of so many on that fateful day. Rest in Heaven Thomas.
Laura Bowe
September 11, 2019
Tommy,
18 years today. They did not find you til months later but you were already in heaven watching over your loved ones. Rest easy, hero. We will never forget.
Norma Mastropoll
September 10, 2019
On the the 18 anniversary of 9/11 I still remember and will always remember. Rest easy.
Carlo A. Casoria
March 18, 2019
Katia,
I am Carlo Sr., Thomas Casorias Father. My Grandfather Felice Casoria came to New York Circa 1903 from a small town in southern Italy called Cicciani which is about 20 or 30 KM from Naples.I believe that his father was named Anthony and that he left a sister still living in Italy. He had 6 children, My father Anthony being the oldest and his second son Carlo visited his fathers sister (name unknown) circa 1944 when he was in Italy fighting the war. We know little abut the family in Italy except that some cousins came to visit my grandfather Felice, a Simone and an Anthony circa 1935 and I believe that a least one female cousin (name unknown) came to visit Felice circa 1955 about 2 years before he died in April 1957.
My father had 5 Children, Philip, Vincent, Anthony, Carlo (me) and our sister Maria (Casoria-Supino). Philip and Vincent are over 80 and the rest of us are in our upper 70s.
We all have children, Phil has 4, Vinny has 3, Tony has 2, I had 3 before I lost Tommy and Maria has 2.
We did meet another Casoria family a few years ago and they are all descended from a Simone Casoria (not believed to be the cousin that visited Felice in circa 1935) However that family also come from Cicciani and that family settled in Scranton Pennsylvania, however most of that family is now in southern Florida.
My email address is [email protected]
In God We Trust
Carlo A. Casoria. P.E.
Katia Casoria
March 16, 2019
My family name's also Casoria and I would love to get to know his family in NY. I am from Brazil.
Elizabeth Eversfield
February 27, 2019
God Bless you and your family and friends
Mona Sala
February 25, 2019
Happy Birthday in Heaven Mr Thomas Casoria
Carlo A. Casoria
February 24, 2019
Hi Tom,
Happy Birthday! I am late in writing to you because I have a new computer since I
last wrote to you and I was unable to get to this site until Marie wrote to you and
then the site writes to me to inform me that someone wrote to you. I also noticed that
The Chiropractor Gail Wasserman also wrote to you. You introduced her to me and I still use the
Chiropractors Dr Syat and Dr Segal who took her practice over and now they moved to
Bayside and are across the street from Carlos Fire House.
Of course you know that Carlo had his Hip replaced because he told me that you gave him
a sign that you were with him. We would like you to keep giving us signs that you are
around.
We miss you and love you always
Dad
marie casoria
February 23, 2019
Happy Birthday Tommy..God Bless you
Carlo A. Casoria
September 12, 2018
Hi Tom,
This year we didnt go to the Mass that your Firehouse has every year because we are having our Whitestone Co-Op renovated. Thats right, all of the hard work that you and Carlo (Under Roccos direction) is being changed.
After all it has been 21 years and it was time. We still get a ton of well wishes from everybody and Cousin Jo-Ann who is taking Uncle Tonys house which I think you already know, because Jo-Ann found a some dimes on tails, so you are letting her know that you are there. She released a bunch of old pictures of you and they immediately brought back so many good memories of you.
We all miss you terribly and that has not changed a bit since you left us.
God Bless you!
Love Dad
Gail Wasserman
September 11, 2018
Hi Tommy,
I watch the specials ever year and cry and think and about you and all the others who we lost that day. You were one of the most special people I have met and I think of you every year. I know you wouldn't have had it any other way but I'm sure you are really.missed. sending love to heaven! Your friend and chiropractor
Love
Dr Gail Wasserman
Jupiter fl (whitestone ny)
Marie Casoria
September 11, 2018
Tommy,
I can remember this day 17 years ago as if it was yesterday....though I never had the honor of meeting you, I feel I do from hearing your dad your brother and your family talk about you...You are loved and missed by so many...Your niece Jackie spent the summer with us working and you would be so proud of the beautiful caring young woman she has turned into...Andrew is in his last year of high school and doing what he loves most, playing football and wearing your number 22...Tommy you will always have a special place in my heart...May God Bless Always.....
We Will Never Forget
Mona Sala
September 11, 2018
17 Years ago and it still feels like just yesterday. I will never forget. We will never forget. Watching the Memorials this morning brings it all back home. I hung my flag outside this morning and I thought about Thomas and his entire family. When I took this picture this morning I thought it was amazing how the light shined clearly across his braves name on the bracelet his father sent me long ago. Thinking of you and all those whose lives were taken away so suddenly. Rest in Peace to all the warrior angels in Heaven.
Justin verbenec
September 10, 2018
FF Casoria,
Yesterday I participated in the Kansas City 9-11 memorial stair climb in your honor. This was my 8th year carrying your name to the top. I could not be more proud. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice and your selfless character. I will never forget your courage and I will always honor your legacy.
FF Justin Verbenec
Shawnee Fire dept
Carlo A. Casoria
February 24, 2018
Tom,
As Marie told you yesterday, "you came through with the clutch" when you made Alexa go on by itself.
We have been waiting for a sign, perhaps you had given some before, but we didn't notice it, this time we are sure and it feels great to know that you are still here.
Thank you,
Love dad
P.S. I told Carlo about it. I also told Jo-Ann Catherine and Uncle Tony today at dinner and they were happy for me.
Barbara Cormier
February 24, 2018
Happy belated birthday Tommy! You are talked about fondly still and my daughter found your name at the memorial site in NYC, she said it was very moving to be there as she was only about to celebrate her first birthday on that day so many years ago, which seems like only yesterday still. I will never forget that day, or you and your brave brothers that ran to help, as others were running as fast as they could to run away, you are the true meaning of a hero. Dean says hello, continue to rest peacefully. Your friend Dean & Barb
February 23, 2018
Happy Birthday Tommy...thank you for sending us a sign..your dad and I were sitting here and Alexa just started playing a song without us even saying a word to it....
It meant so much to your Dad...
God Bless you always....
Love Marie
Carlo A. CAsoria
February 23, 2018
Hey Tommy,
Happy Birthday! You would have been 46 today.
A few of us can use your help. Aunt Maryanne, is going through a hard time, Carlo is struggling with his hip and Lisa is having breast surgery today.
Please pay them all a visit to cheer them up.
Marie and I are in Florida and we are still waiting for one of your signs.
Miss you, love you
God Bless you!
Dad
Mona Sala
September 16, 2017
sorry Mr Thomas Casoria we were out of power on 9 11.That did not make me stop at the times in the morning to pray for you and all who perished that day. Always in our hearts and prayers. Forever.
Laura
September 15, 2017
Tommy another year gone but never forgotten. Watched all the specials but it seems they are getting less each year. I remember how everyone flew a small flag attached to their cars in remembrance. With the passage of time, people seem to move on which is normal but this day 9-11 should be a national holiday .
Rest easy, brave hero !
Carlo Casoria
September 13, 2017
Tom,
In my effort to tell you who I was talking to about you and also telling you about hurricane Irma that had the country glued to the TV, I didn't tell you how much I miss you and wish that I could talk about what you are doing now and not have to talk about the what you used to do.
I miss you every day of my life!
I also wanted to tell you about the fantastic job your brother Carlo did at our Hampton Bays house. He put up metal peg boards and organized all of our tools in both the garage and in the new basement that was built after our giant flood. I am sure that you are as proud as we are for the great job that he did around the house.
Oh how i wish that you were there to help him.
God Bless the both of you!
Love Always
Dad
Carlo A. Casoria
September 12, 2017
Tommy,
As I am sure you know, this year we had a lot of excitement because of hurricane Irma hitting the state of Florida where our condo is.
fortunately for us the storm shifted west and we only lot power for 2 days and all of the meat in our freezer, which is a lot, was saved.
Marie and I spent the weekend with Uncle Vic and Aunt Trinnie and of course we talked a lot about you. You were well remembered.
We also had dinner last night with Patty and Delores and once again you were the subject of our conversations.
I again want to thank all of those wonderful people who cared your name in the climbing events around the country, particularly are Asley who played the pipes and saw your picture on a quilt and 2 of you out of state brothers FF Justin Verenec who for the 7th year in a row climbed wearing your name in Shawnee KS and FF Matt Brooks in Wichita KS who will climb wearing your name this year.
On behalf of Tommy and the Casoria Family we thank you all and god Bless you!
September 12, 2017
16 years my son, missing you more and more each day. Love and miss you very much.
Love Mom
Terry
September 12, 2017
Wishing you peace during the 16th anniversary. I am honored to know more about this American hero.
Sara Athey
September 12, 2017
I had the honor of playing in the pipes and drums band for 3, 9/11 events this weekend. I found Thomas's picture on a beautiful quilt that was displayed at the Dallas stair climb. His memory lives on, is always an honor to attend these events and carry on the legacy of our fallen brothers. His name is common place in my household.
With respect,
Sara Athey
Denton FD
Denton, Texas
Normalea Mastropoll
September 11, 2017
It's been 16 years and we still remember. I still have a bracelet with your name and engine#on it. I will never forget you. Rest easy.
September 11, 2017
Forgive me handsome for not being able to make it to you today. God know's I tried As you know, am battling cancer but soon as I am healthy enough again, I'll come visit and sing to you as I alway's do my thoughts, heart & prayer's are with your family.
justin verbenec
September 11, 2017
Thomas,
Yesterday I climbed in your honor for the 7th year in a row in the Kansas City9-11 memorial stair climb. It has been such an honor to carry your name on throughout the fire service. I look forward to pay you tribute in the years to come.
Thank you for your sacrifice and God bless
FF Justin Verbenec
Matt Brooks
August 30, 2017
Rest easy FF Casoria. I will be given the privaledge to honor your name next week here in Wichita as I, along with my brothers and sisters, climb for you and the rest of the fallen. Thank you for your ultimate sacrifice. ---FF Matt Brooks, Hutchinson Fire Dpt.
liz evers
March 31, 2017
God bless you xxxxxxx
Carlo A Casoria
February 23, 2017
Hey Tommy, Happy 45th Birthday. We all still miss you and wish that you were among us providing the warmth, love and laughter that you naturally did each day of the much too short life that you had on earth.
I occasionally get a sign from you that you are there watching me and that makes me feel good. I hope that you still see your uncles Joe and Ron and Grandma Marden and Grandpa Casoria and i hope that he introduced you to Grandma Casoria, what a lady. the best woman that I ever met. My Marie comes very close. I also hope that you still see Marie's niece Jennifer, you two would make the best couple on earth.
Miss you and love you
Dad
December 15, 2016
You will be remembered always
Lane Moody
Mona Sala
September 20, 2016
I was late with my condolences but never with my thoughts of you and the familia. It did not feel like it was 15 years ago - it felt like it was yesterday. Rest In Peace Thomas.
September 12, 2016
On behave of my son Thomas Casoria, I wish to thank Justin Verbenec for his annual run in Tommy's name. and all of you that have reached out to us, like Laura.
God Bless you all!
Justin Verbenec
September 12, 2016
I had the honor once again of climbing the Kansas City 9-11 memorial stairclimb in your memory. I stand by my word to never forget the sacrifice that you made 15 yrs ago. I look forward to carrying your name in the years to come
Laura
September 12, 2016
Watched all the 9/11 documentaries all day and thought of you. 15 years ago already but you & your comrades will never be forgotten!
Infinite Beauty
September 11, 2016
My Brother;
Loyalty exist in those who cared and care without doubt. Cannot be expressed by words of the mouth... It was seen in the act of the heart-makes loyalty in every part.
We Love you with every ounce of our being! (From all your Albanian Brother's and Sister's surrounding nyc)
P.S.
I'll always sing to you my love :'( my heart is heavy today for your family... rest in peace handsome
marie casoria
September 11, 2016
Dear Tommy,
yesterday, your dad and I attended your firehouse memorial mass which honored you and the 8 other firefighters that serviced with you in your firehouse...
afterwards we went downstairs to the luncheon and your dad spoke with a lot of the firefighters that knew you and shared wonderful Tommy stories...
Tommy you will always be in there hearts...you will always will be remembered..
please watch over your dad during his surgery...I know you will be there holding his hand...
you will always have a special place in my heart...
god bless
Infinite Beauty
September 11, 2016
I will always sing to you so long as there is oxygen in my lungs....I love you
September 11, 2016
Hi Tommy,
Well is has been 15 years and it still don't get any easier. Marie and I went to the Cemetery Friday so we would be able to put flowers closes to your beautiful stone for a change. Yesterday we went to the Mass for the 10 Battalion which your house is the main event.
Because it was the 15 anniversary, more people than usual were there and it was nice to see a lot of both FF families and many of your Brothers that are not always there. Of course Joe Downey, who I think is the only FF that worked with both you and Carlo was there. One Chief, a short guy, I didn't ask his name, but he hugs and kisses me every year, reminisced how you used to mime many celebrities, especially the Honeymooners, because he is a buff with them and he knew that you would go to work early so that you could see all of the guys on the present shift, and would stay late so that you could see all of the guys coming on the relieving shift and that is why all of your Brothers loved you. I will speak to Carlo later and see how his day went. He and your mom will be at Anthony's house today.
I will sign off now, keep those reminders that you are around
(like when i fell down the stairs) and keep an eye on beautiful Jennifer, (as if that is hard to do).
Love you
Dad
P.S I also wish to thank all of those that continue to carry my son's name with them in their running and walking events, especially Patricia Valle who will be running with tommy today in Texas.
Normalea Mastropoll
September 11, 2016
We still remember on this 15th anniversary. You will never be forgotten and always in our hearts.❤
Patricia Valle
September 8, 2016
I am proud to be running the Corpus Christi Patriot 5k this Sunday in your honor. My prayers and thoughts are for your family and friends. I will not forget the sacrifices of the men and women firefighters and police. God Bless America.
Carlo A Casoria
February 23, 2016
Hey Tommy,
Happy 44th Birthday.
I can't tell you how much i miss you
You lit up the room with your smile
Everyone always gravitated to youto hear you mime some stars or simply just to be near you.
Marie and I had a nice dinner in your honor. We clicked our glasses and sipped some good wine
After dinner we clicked are glasses again with some brandy,
We did this all for you, because otherwise I was on a diet.
Stay well and God Bless and keep you.
Love always
Dad
marie casoria
February 23, 2016
Dear Tommy,
Happy 44th birthday in heaven....may god continue to shine his light upon you always..
Give my Jeni a kiss...I know you are taking care of her....and together you are watching over all of us...
Sara Athey
September 14, 2015
Blessed to have had yet another opportunity to climb in your honor. This time in Oklahoma City on Sept 12. Another year passes but your name becomes more and more well known around the country. Your death was not in vain, your memory lives on and it is so amazing each year to see such an amazing gathering of firefighters and civilians climbing for the same purpose, to never forget. So refreshing in this world of so much pain and violence there are still a few good people out there doing good. We are short 343 good people, but their memory will forever live on.
September 13, 2015
On behalf of the Casoria Family we all thank you for your 5th consecutive year of carrying Tommy's name in your event.
God Bless you
Carlo A. Casoria, Tommy's Father.
Mona Sala
September 12, 2015
I missed lighting this candle yesterday for you and the many many others lost on 9.11.01. We will never forget ever and 14 years it has been but still feels like yesterday. Always in our thoughts and prayers to the family.
Justin Verbenec
September 12, 2015
Brother Casoria
I am honored to be climbing for the 5th year in a row carrying on your memory. Our thoughts are still with you and your family and your courage and bravery will never be forgotten.
September 11, 2015
Tom,
It is 14 years since we lost you and it still feels like it was yesterday.
I have felt your presence these last few weeks and I am happy that you are still looking out for us.
A lot of things happened this past year, mainly that your niece Jackie is in college and your nephew Andrew is in HS and made the starting spot for the first Football game if he hadn't broke his hand today.
We have seen your number 22 I think more times this year than ever, so we are always thinking of you and we miss you terribly.
Love you,
Dad
I would personally like to thank Jimmie Lederer and Sara Athey who acted on behalf of Tommy in their event participation.
Carlo A Casoria
September 11, 2015
Tom,
It is 14 years since we lost you and it still feels like it was yesterday.
I have felt your presence these last few weeks and I am happy that you are still looking out for us.
A lot of things happened this past year, mainly that your niece Jackie is in college and your nephew Andrew is in HS and made the starting spot for the first Football game if he hadn't broke his hand today.
We have seen your number 22 I think more times this year than ever, so we are always thinking of you and we miss you terribly.
Love you,
Dad
Jimmie Lederer
September 11, 2015
Hi Tom,
I carried your picture for the fourth consecutive year at the Red Rocks climb in Denver this morning. They actually made lanyards that we can keep instead of the stickers they have used in the past, so we will be able to keep your picture throughout the year. My daughter is 2 years old now and she rode on my back for the climb. She has been the last two years but she was too young to remember anything last year. You would not believe the number of children at the climb. I'm glad they will all grow up to remember our fallen heroes like you. Thanks again for your great sacrifice and I look forward to honoring your memory again next year.
Jimmie
Sara Athey
May 20, 2015
I had the privilege of climbing the new One World Trade Center this past Sunday. Carried Thomas's picture with me to the top and wrote his name on the wall of the 90th floor. Was an incredible experience that words cannot describe. Never forgotten.
Justin Verbenec
February 25, 2015
Happy 43rd Birthday. You have not been forgotten and your legacy has continued to live on. Always looking forward to climbing in you honor this year as I know Sara Athey is as well.
FTB-PTB
RFB
DPT
Carlo A. Casoria
February 23, 2015
Happy Birthday Tom.
Another year has gone and you would have been 43. We all saluted you at dinner tonight, ReRe, aunt Maria and Uncle Tony.
I spoke to Carlo and we discussed your picture that he posted on Facebook when you were at the academy and was climbing down a ladder.
Are you still visiting us? Have you been to our new place in Florida? Please give us a sign.
Love you and miss you very much. I wish you would come to me in my dreams, I rarely see you there.
Love always,
Dad
Laura
September 13, 2014
RIP, Tommy, I wore your tee shirt with your name and pic on it on September 11th.
Mona Sala
September 13, 2014
I wear your bracelet your Dad sent me and was thinking of you and the family a few days ago. Always in my prayers.
Ms Mona
Norma Mastropoll
September 13, 2014
Will never forget. Sorry this is late. I could find the website and just v got this reminder today. Prayer and continued strength for you family.
Carlo A. Casoria
September 12, 2014
Tom,
Well, Uncle another year has gone by since that terrible day that we lost you. We all still mis you terribly.
I haven't gone to your bench in Long Beach but Phil and Andromeda posted it in Facebook.
Marie and I went to the Memorial Museum with Uncle Tony, Cousin Jo-Ann, cousins Bobbie and Elaine, and her two sisters Coleen and Carol and their husbands
And we saw your name on the fountain parapet ad everything there was done very nicely.
Of course you know why your God Mother Aunt Terry wasn't there and we are all hoping that you are taking care of her, we miss her very much.
Marie said that she smelled your presence at our Hampton Bays house, I hope to notice something from you too so I know that you are still looking over for us.
Love you and miss you
Love always
Dad
Barbara Cormier
September 11, 2014
Thinking of you today Tommy...still is unbelievable to me that you and so many are gone for no reason at all. Always so full of life. Continue to rest in peace. Love, Barb and Dean
Jimmie Lederer
September 11, 2014
Today I represented Thomas again at the stair climb in Denver. It is my third year and every year has been an honor. Thanks again for your sacrifice and bravery. I'm proud to take part and represent such a brave man.
Renee M Boles
September 11, 2014
Honoring you on this day, 13 years later.. You heroism will never be forgotten.
XoXxO
Anthony S. Casoria
Anthony Casoria
December 4, 2013
Carlo A. Casoria
September 11, 2013
Tommy,
It is now the twelfth year since you are gone and we all still miss you the same as we always do. I didn't do too much today except think about you and the good times that we always had. Marie and I watched the Memorial presentation and your cousin (Rosanne's cousin, the Police Capt. or Chief from Chicago), gave a great testimony in your behalf. Many people called, texted and emailed me for you.
Saturday Marie and I went to the Mass for your firehouse and we talked with your brothers at the reception afterwards. It was nice. Then we went to put flowers at your grave and then also went to St. Michael's Cemetery where a nice tribute was done for all of the first responders.
A few people carried your name in events in their states, FF Sara Athey , from the Denton Texas FD carried your name for the 3rd straight year at the 110 story climb. Also climbing 110 Stories ( I don't know if it is the same event?) was Justin Verbenec, also for the 3rd straight year. And Jim Lederer from Denver Colorado carried you name the 2nd straight year in a Memorial Walk. So you have been pretty popular and we thank these wonderful people. God bless them all and God bless you too Tom.
Love Dad
Normalea Mastropoll
September 11, 2013
We will not forget! We will not forget! After 12 years we still rember you and those who left with you.
Jimmie Lederer
September 11, 2013
Hi Tommy,
I had the honor of representing you at the Memorial walk in Denver this morning for the second year in a row. I was very happy that I was able to wear your name a second time. I look forward to doing it again next year. Thank you again for everything you sacrificed to help save people's lives and make the world a better place.
Roseanne Bambara
September 11, 2013
You are always in our hearts but wish you were still here. Keep watching over us, our hero and Angel in heaven, until we meet again...
Love you always
Mona Sala
September 11, 2013
Thinking of you and all the families of 9/11 that lost loved ones on this day, twelve years ago. God Bless the memory of all of you. Thoughts and prayers are with the families today.
Sara Athey
September 11, 2013
Remembering you and your 342 brothers who made the ultimate sacrifice in this day 12 years ago. You died while helping a paraplegic down a stairwell. You were the face of hope to so many that day. Heroism at its finest. Rest easy brother.
Sara Athey
Denton Fire Dept station 1
September 10, 2013
Dear Tommy,
This beautiful painting was done by Rick Martin who your dad never met...He tells the story of how he was supposed to paint someone else, but how you wanted him to paint you..and so he did... and here you are right next to where your dad sits ....watching over him...
May god bless today and always
Love Marie
Justin Verbenec
September 8, 2013
Thomas- For the third year in a row I will be climbing 110 stories in your honor. Your life was not lost in vain, you will never be forgotten.
Thank you for your commitment
Sara Athey
September 8, 2013
Yesterday I had the honor of representing you while climbing 110 floors during the 3rd annual Dallas 9/11 memorial stair climb. This is my third year climbing in your honor. Me and my fellow brothers from Denton fire dept represented engine 22. Your name and photo were carried up 110 stories and posted on a board along with your 342 brothers. Though I've never met you we will forever be connected through the brotherhood and you will never be forgotten. Rest easy brother.
Sara Athey
Denton Fire Dept
Denton TX
Carlo A. Casoria
June 16, 2013
Hi Tom,
Just spent a wonderful Father's Day at Carlo's house. Of course the only way it could have been better is if you were there.
I still remember two Father's day that were particularly important to you. One was when we all went out to eat at the Clinton House restaurant. You were working that day at the Manhattan house where you finished you probation a month earlier and expected to meet us between 6 and 700PM. However you had your first major fire and didn't get to the restaurant until about 8:40 PM and we were having our dessert. You asked if you can still eat and we all said off course you can and you sat down and told Carlo all of the details of the fire while you enjoyed a well-earned meal.
The next was the last Father's day I saw you. It was at Carlo's house and about late afternoon your radio announced a major fire in Astoria where Engine 62 was, so you knew that your house brothers were on that tough fire and a Rescue truck came their also. It was announced that 4 firefighters were killed and one of the was Joe from your house, he was your baseball coach and you reminded me through your tears that you introduced him to me at some of your baseball games that I came to see.
You had spoken to Anthony and he said that it is traditional for all firefighters to go to the house on the day that one of their brothers was lost. So you left to go there to be with the rest of your brothers. It turns out the Joe was later pulled out of the rubble and survived with a broken hip and some other damage that forced him to go out on disability, but he gets around ok.
The other 3 brothers from Rescue were lost, but I don't think that you knew them.
The FDNY was still morning those 3 brave men when 9/11 happened and we lost you and 342 of your brothers.
We miss you dearly Tommy and we hope that you are taking care of you Uncle Joe and Marie's Niece Jennifer that always admired you since she met me and heard about you.
God Bless you all!
Love Dad
Carlo A. Casoria
June 7, 2013
Tom,
I hear that you were there to welcome Uncle Joe.
I am sure that you will take care of him and show him the ropes.
I saw a lot of your cousins and friends at Uncle Joe's wake and you cousin Susie was telling Marie how you used to meet her with coffee and donuts before you two went on you annual Christmas shopping spree.
Off course as always, we all miss you. God Bless
Dad
lianna messemer
May 15, 2013
heven though i did not know u i still love u i am part of ur family im anthony mardens nince and went to look at ur grave it was bootful
The Maeurer's
December 14, 2012
Merry Christmas Tommy, We love and miss you. Kate, Tony, & Lil Shanny
liannna messemer
November 30, 2012
even though i did not know u i heard alot about you from my uncle tony and my dad kenny u must have been a great person.May you rest in peace. we love you. love kenny,sue,sara and lianna the messemer's
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