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For the 14 years that he was a maintenance worker at Aon, Anthony Luparello called his wife, Geraldine, every day at 1:45 p.m., the end of his lunch break. "Just to let me know what's going on," Mrs. Luparello said. " `What are we getting for dinner? What did you do? Who did you hear from?' "
And when the evening buses got him home to Corona, Queens, later than usual, he would be very upset. "He felt it was his time home to be with me, and he shouldn't be sitting on a stupid bus," she said. "I would tell him, `What's the matter that you are home late? You came home safe.' "
Mr. Luparello, 62, was equally serious about his work. Every morning, he got up at 3:30 to start work at 6 a.m. "He'd rather be half an hour early than be stuck in traffic," his wife said. "He would never take a day off. Headache, flu, cold, you name it. He went to work.
"I would ask him, `Tony, is the tower going to fall without you?' It was just a joke. But you know, it came down with him."
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Carmela Tolento
September 10, 2021
I knew this wonderful man as a child. He and his family lived on the same block as us. I remember he always had a smile that would light up a room. He was a generous man and he loved his family beyond words. It’s been 20 years however is feels like 20 minutes. It was an honor to have grown up with him in our lives. May he continue to Rest In Peace and Tony..please continue to watch over your family. You would be so proud of the legacy that you left behind. Say “hello” to Laura Dean.
Linda M
September 9, 2021
Uncle Tony always joking with Nana and Popa and never came over without dessert. We had the best of times in Corona with our huge family. You are missed by so many and loved dearly by your family.
Denise Salituri
September 9, 2021
Tony you were a great man, father and friend. You were thoughtful, kind and generous. The world is not the same without you. My heart breaks for Your family . I remember you taking my father fishing to Rockaway Beach and you took all of us with you. What a day, thank you I can still see you smiling sitting outside your house. I cannot believe It’s been 20 years since you went to heaven. You are truly missed. ❤❤❤❤
Sharon
September 7, 2021
I remember the day of Joe and Maria's wedding. He was so nervous. He just wanted the day to be perfect for his daughter. He didn't want to be the one to do anything wrong. It was so cute. Btw, as most know everything was just perfect.
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Joe D
September 4, 2021
May your light continue to shine on to all those you ever loved,r.i.p.
Carmela Wanser
September 4, 2021
I miss you l love you. You were always a gentle man uncle Tony I never will forget you ♥ ❤ ♥ ❤
Mike Giovingo
September 4, 2021
Tony, I will never forget you and the morning greeting everyday when I came into the bakery, "Good Morning Mr. Mike, Cuomo si?"
Kristen Canillas Wahl
September 3, 2021
Even on the 20th anniversary of the 09/11 terrorist attacks. I must say, this doesn’t get any better to live and deal with just easier. You will always be missed grandpa. May you rest peacefully always. You will never ever be forgotten. I love and miss you so so so much! More than words can even explain. You will always live on and have a place in my heart. Continue to watch over us. My angel forever. Much love. Your granddaughter, Kristen XO
Arlene Sposato
September 3, 2021
Was a great husband and father and grandfather died way too young remember him from when I was a young girl
Richard Lando
September 3, 2021
Tony loved his family and loved children. He was a fixture at FM Corona Park to watch the St Leo teams compete. For me who’d umpire games, he’d be at the backstop to chat between innings. He was generous with his talent and time and is very much missed by all of us. May he shine forever in the light of the Lord, until we meet again.
Lori Carbonaro
September 3, 2021
I only met Mr. Luparello ...once. At Maria and Joe's Wedding. I have to say the best time to meet the man. He was smiling non stop, he was laughing, he was funny and he was...proud. Ken knew him better, he remembers his smile, his accent...and his gestures...much like a man of the old country. I wish we knew him better but happy we knew what we did know....how he loved his wife, his kids, his job, his community and his country! Our thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends always but more now during this time of year.
Love the Carbonaro family
Cary and Peter Stasko
September 3, 2021
He was a great man and we miss him very much
Mary Okeefe
September 3, 2021
I remember him well he was a good man gone too soon
Maria Fredericks
September 3, 2021
Rest easy Mr. LuparelloKeep watching over your family they are amazing people..
Fran & Jose
September 3, 2021
You are very loved by your family.may you continue to Rest In Peace and keep watching over your family
Enza & Sal Alessi
September 3, 2021
Rest in Eternal Peace Mr Luparello
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with your Family
Laura Rivelli
September 3, 2021
In honor of my friend Gerri’s father, Anthony Luparella on the 20th anniversary. May he Rest In Peace and may the constant grief of his passing ease as he sits at the foot of our Lord. Amen.
Arielle Lipton
September 13, 2018
In memory of Anthony Luparello. May god bless him and his family. I saw his name on a photograph from the news, and read his story. He will not be forgotten.
Kathy - Aon
September 13, 2016
We were blessed to see Tony's beautiful smile each day while at the WTC. Best wishes to the Luparello family.
Toon De Groot
September 11, 2016
I wish Anthony's family lots of strength on this difficult day. God bless!
Pat Pasick
September 11, 2014
Thinking today of Anthony Luparello and his family, especially Kristen. Hi Kristen; I think of you and hope you had some fond memories today of your grandfather.
Gina Pell
September 11, 2014
I never met Anthony but just say his name scrolling on Fox news..it's sept. 11th 2014. I looked up his name and read all the kind things written. His wife wrote such touching things. Just a note from me to say this lovely man is not forgotten...even by those who never met him. God bless you all. Gina
S J. Friscia III
May 24, 2014
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
Karen C Morgan
September 12, 2011
To my fellow ABM employee Hero, we the "ABM family" will always remember our co-workers and understand how you loved your buildings. Take pride. God Bless.
Kimberly Lynn Horrigan- Chandler
September 11, 2011
One more thing I would like to add, you were so kind to me and opened your home up to me along with your wife, while I was visiting from Florida to see your son Anthony Jr. I was so touched that you shared your "garden with me" and you showed me all the hard work involved with that.I was kid about 20 or so, but I will Never forget that visit with your family 18 years ago!!God Bless Your Family.
Kimberly Lynn Horrigan - Chandler
September 11, 2011
I am thinking of you today Anthony and your family! I saw first hand what a wonderful soul you were to your wife and children.Even though I only knew you for such a short amount of time, I saw your LOVE for your family and others around you. I will always have you & your family in my heart and prayers!
Rebecca Walters
September 2, 2011
I have started a memorial facebook page, called Remember Me. Each member who joins, receives the name of someone who died on 9/11. I have just given a member Anthony's name. Your loved one is not forgotten and prayed for.
Lorraine Basile
September 11, 2009
Remembering Tony today, 8 years after that tragic day. He memory will live forever.
Pat Pasick
September 11, 2008
On today's anniversary, I pay tribute to those lost on 9/11. I never met Anthony, but I did come to know his grand-daughter. I helped her visit Ground Zero, when I came to NYC with the Red Cross. God bless all.
Doug Abraham
November 24, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Lianna Kelly
September 11, 2007
Maria and family,
We think of you often and wanted to send our love your way.
Lianna, Lynda, and Becky (11yrs old)
Jim Luparello
September 11, 2007
I'm so sorry... God bless.
P Tabbernor
December 15, 2006
In memory....
Kristine
November 14, 2006
As I cross-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 vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
My Dad at work his home away from home!!
September 11, 2006
Jim Luparello III
September 11, 2006
I never knew Tony but when you see the list of names from 9/11, you can't ingnore hearing someone with the same family name. This isn't a Smith or a Jones. This was a Luparello from Sicily, the same as my great-grandparents. Now on the anniversary of this horrific event, I am reminded of a "relative" that I was never given the chance to know. I am truly sorry for the family and their loss. I would like to get in touch with anyone of Tony's family memebers to express my great sorrow. I never knew you Tony but from what I've read I am sorry that I never will.
Lorraine Basile
September 11, 2006
I said a silent prayer for you this morning. I think of you often. I think of your family, too although I may not speak to them as often as I should. Rest in peace, dear friend.
Gina Judd
April 3, 2006
I live in California and I will probably be one of many who will read the newly released transcripts that will feel a need to show respect to the heros of 911 like Anthony Luparello. To all his friends and family, my thoughts, prayers, and love.
Maria Koutsidis
September 11, 2005
I may have not have known you, but I knew your son Steven. My thoughts and prayers will always be with you and your family.
Sal Gjonbalaj
May 9, 2005
I can't stop thinking about the times when my father and tony used to joke over the phone when they got home after work.
They were such good friends, they both are in in a better place looking over there families
God Bless.
Laura Dean-Bondi
October 25, 2004
Tony,
I saw your wife a few days ago, and I had seen a number of times since the tragedy, but the last time I saw her all I could think about was you and how you loved her. I couldn't get you out of my mind and decided to search for you on the internet. As I read each tribute, I couldn't believe how each person had captured your essence, they felt you, they went inside you. Everything, from Melissa's reference to the snails "the babluca" (I remember when you showed us the snails in the grocery store next to the bakery.) I remember Gerri with the two boys in the stroller walking to the bakery "down the station" and you rolling the breadsticks. It seems like yesterday, but it was a lifetime ago.
You are a beautiful loving man, and the way you placed your wife and your family before yourself is an inspiration to me. Your light shines on all of us. I know you can hear us. My sister captured you so in her entries, you left all of us with vivid pictures of you. The last time I saw you, you were letting your grandaughter comb your hair, you were tired and you really didn't need your hair combed, but your expression said "if it makes her happy."
Well, you made me happy tonight, just thinking of you and I know it's been said before, but the way you lived your life is lesson and an example for all of us.
My love to you always and forever.
Laura XOXO
Margaret Walsh-Ammar
May 18, 2004
I didn't know Mr Luperello but my sister Elizabeth went to St. Leo's with his daughter Geraldine. I remember you Geraldine and send my prays to you and your family. I am so sorry about your loss.
Margaret
Julianne Lachick
November 24, 2003
Dearest Tony,
Happy Birthday in Heaven! I miss you so much each and everyday and still can't believe your gone from this world. Heaven is so lucky to have you as a special angel and I was so lucky to have you in my life. I hate to be selfish but I wish you were here with your family and friends.
You're always in my heart for eternity!
All my love,
Julianne
Lorraine Basile
September 11, 2003
On this day I am writing to honor the memory of Tony Luparello.I was fortunate enough to know him since I was about 3 years old, and raised my two children in his home. Tony as well as his family always were an inspiration to me thru good times and bad. Their strong family values helped me thru many difficult times in my life. God bless Tony, may he now and forever rest in peace. And God bless and always watch over Gerri, her children and grandchildren.
Lorraine
johnny conetta
September 11, 2003
dear tony,
once again it was a pleasure to know you. you are deeply missed in our neighborhood. you always seem to be the subject at the bakery,or even just a simple conversation.may you be happy in heaven.god bless your family. geraldine,your always in my prayers. the conetta family
MELISSA BASILE
April 2, 2003
I have known Tony Luparello since I was 17 months old. I lived upstairs from him and his family until I was 17 years old. He watched me grow from a little brat to a big brat and I always considered him a part of my family. I remember spending holidays with them and always having a great time and eating the great food he cooked.When I was little, he made me eat a snail and I will never forget that. I remember him telling me that it was going to make me big and strong if I ate it. Tony was such a good hearted, loving, friendly person. He didn't have a bad thing to say about anyone. He loved his wife and family more than anything else in the world.I have a lot of memories about him and they will stay with me forever. He was a great man and I am very proud to say that I knew him and had the chance to have him in my life. May he rest in peace and God bless his family.
Julianne Lachick
September 11, 2002
Dear Tony,
I can't believe it's been a year since I've seen your smile and heard your voice. I think about you every single day. I hope you're in a better place but I wish you were here with us.
My thoughts and prayers are with Gerri, Maria, Geraldine, Anthony and your family at this very sad time.
God Bless You!
All my love,
Julianne
Christine Laino
September 11, 2002
I knew Tony all my life. I saw him as a hardworker and a total family man. He was a lot of fun to be around and could always catch him smiling. He was a good person that you only would wish the best for.
Some memories are coming over his house and always finding fun conversations and family to eat and chat with.
I always heard that Tony was great at decorating cakes. That is something I have always had in interest in. I always told my nana that one day I was going to ask Tony to show me some of his decorating tricks. My nana thought the world of him. I loved the way he pronounced his wife's name "Gerr-rall-dine" with that Italian accent. His always said it with such feeling.
No family should endure the pain that you have had to go through. I pray for you every night and wish every day that you will find peace in your hearts.
I remember the great time he had at our wedding.
Tommy & Vannesa Stultz
September 11, 2002
Geraldine and the Luparello family, We are so sorry for your lose. I remember Anthony most from meeting him at the many family weddings, one could instantly tell that he was a kind man that loved life and his family. I'm so sorry, Love Tommy Stultz
Jennifer Lando
September 10, 2002
Dear Luparello's,
With tomorrow's anniversary approaching, I can't help but think about Tony and your wonderful family. Tony was such a terrific man who is sorely missed by the people of Corona. I am thinking about you all, and you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Jen Lando
Ronald Luparello
May 16, 2002
My families thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Luparello's of Merrick, N.Y.
Angie Campbell
May 4, 2002
May God Bless you and watch over the family and friends that you left behind. Rest in peace..........
Kelly Karavites
April 19, 2002
My deepest condolences to the Luparello family. I worked with his daughter Gerry years ago. Just a few months after the disaster I was skimming a local paper and saw his name. I had to call Gerry and her Mom and I am glad I did. Gerry was a wonderful person to work with. My prayers to the entire Luparello family.
Sincerely,
Kelly A. Karavites
Woodside, NYC
Mike Giovingo
April 16, 2002
Dear Gerri and family:Your Tony and his dad Santo worked for my family for 35 years at Leonards Bakery in Corona.I am Andy's brother and I saw them both every morning on my way to work.His cheerful deamenor was always displayed as we went thru the bakery and he said "Good Morning Mr.Mike"with a twinkle in his eye.I am truly sorry that Tony had to suffer such a horrible fate,but God has a plan for special people and Tony was special.Please accept the condolences of all of the Giovingo family members and be assured his memory will always be with us.
Ken Hollerud
April 5, 2002
To the family of Mr. Luparello;
I just wanted to let you know that I aslo work for ABM. Anthony's picture and story will always grace the wall of my office for all to see and inspire.
Rosalie Volpe
March 27, 2002
I met Tony many years ago when Aon relocated to the Trade Center. I worked on the 105th floor of Tower 2.
Tony would always stop by my desk and we would share laughs and tell stories of our families. I always had candy or cookies for him. He was such a delightful man. You should be so proud of what a good, hardworking and loving person he was.
I just recently was able to look at the pictures and stories of the many people I worked with and cared about.
I was the woman who gave Tony the Angel Doll. He said that you, his wife, would love it. I hope the Angel brings you some peace.
I haven't been back to work since 9/11. I guess my Guardian Angel got me out of the building that day.
I am truly sorry for your loss and hope this message is of some comfort to you.
May God Bless Tony and his family.
Rosalie Volpe
Phyllis Borgo
March 4, 2002
To the Lupariello Family - I worked at Aon for 7 years and was privileged to know Tony the whole time I worked there. He was always accommodating and sensitive, and never failed to come to my aid when I needed his help. It was always "please get Tony help me..." with any maintenance problem I had -- Tony would come running and always made it right! He was smiling and cheerful whenever I saw him. I was in charge of the Aon Gift supplies and Tony particularly liked the "Aon" pens because he said his family would love to have one to show them where he worked. I gave a few and he was so very thankful. We miss you terribly, Tony! May God keep you in his care and know that your friends at Aon will always remember you with delight.
February 26, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL MAN...ANTHONY LUPARELLO AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGERT 9/11/01..MAY JESUS AND ST.ANTHONY GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Julianne Lachick
December 26, 2001
I had the honor and pleasure of knowing you since I was 6 months old. You and Gerri helped me so much to become the person that I am today. I love you like an Uncle. I will never forget and cherish all that you did with me as a child (Met games, trips to Rockaway Beach and Playland, Bronx Zoo and so much more, I could go on forever). I will especially cherish our dance on my wedding day. We had so much fun.
I was so excited when we were relocated to the Trade Center because I would see you more often. You really loved and took pride in your job. I was always so proud when you would tell everyone our story of how we know each other and it always brightened my day when you would come and visit me at my desk.
You were taken too soon but you touched so many lives, especially mine. The world, your family and friends will never be the same without you. You were a kind, gentle, caring, considerate, compassionate and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to everyone who knew you. You would go out of your way for anyone. I’m so lucky to have had you in my life. Your memory will live in my heart for eternity. GOD BLESS YOU! REST IN PEACE MY DEAR FRIEND!
I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU SO MUCH!
All my love,
Julianne
Teresa Jahn
December 24, 2001
We are deeply sorry for your loss of Anthony. 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
Maryann Petti
November 9, 2001
I worked at Aon for 5 yrs at 2wtc and left in Feb of 2000. Over the course of those years I often saw Tony around. He was such a hard worker. He always took the time out to smile and share a laugh. I am so sorry he didn't make it out safely. You can bet Tony was helping others during this tragedy. His family should be very proud of the life he lived. I pray that he is at peace. God bless such a dear soul.
Debbie Wilson
November 7, 2001
With heartfelt sympathy.
I will never forget this sad and tragic loss.
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