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Laurence Abel Obituary
Laurence C. Abel was a sports enthusiast — he played as much tennis, basketball and golf on his Sony PlayStation as he did on the courts — and a car lover. In 2000, Mr. Abel, 37, bought a Honda Accord Coupe in shiny black. "We must have gone to 10 different car dealers in all five boroughs and the tri-state area," said his companion, Beverly C. Williams. "That car was half his heart, or a quarter of his heart."
Mr. Abel, a bond analyst at Cantor Fitzgerald, still officially lived in the same Upper Manhattan apartment he grew up in. But as his relationship with Ms. Williams progressed, he all but officially lived with her in Jamaica, Queens.
Ms. Williams recalled the moment when she felt that her relationship with Mr. Abel might be something special. Mr. Abel gave her a card for her 33rd birthday a few years ago in which he wrote: "It's difficult to find a friend, a companion and a lover all in one person. And I truthfully think that I've found that in you."
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James Osborne
May 23, 2024
I am sorry for the love ones that loss someone special that day. I hope they are healed now I never knew him but he still had people that cared and loved him.
SJB
September 15, 2023
He was a good man so sorry RIP
Kim Reeves
September 14, 2021
Never forgotten in America’s hearts and minds.
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jack
September 12, 2021
I didn't know Laurence, but much condolences to his family and friends. You'll never be forgotten.
9.11.21
Cindy Roe
August 30, 2021
Remembering Laurence on the 20th anniversary of 9/11....
Beverly
October 28, 2020
Happy heavenly born date. S.I.P
Lesley Weathers
September 11, 2020
Prayers and remembrance to this family especially today!
Dionne Wyatt
September 11, 2019
Every Year...
I Am Blessed To Remember My Friend. Abe Your Smile & Laugh Is Still With Me. Still Can't Think Of You As Gone.
September 11, 2019
We will never forget. Rest in peace.
Diane Miller
September 13, 2018
God Bless You
Sharon
December 21, 2017
It's been over 16 years since that terrible day, but it's still a pain in the hearts of many. We look forward to the future when terrorism, suffering and death will be gone forever. It will be when God's KIngdom will be the only government and it will bring about peace and security, and a life without end. (Daniel 2:44; Psaims 37:10, 11, 29)
Louise Scalzo
December 4, 2016
Rest in Peace Laurence, God Bless your Family and Friends.
mitch hobbs
November 18, 2016
September 11, 2016
We will never forget. Rest in peace.
Yglette Charles
July 30, 2016
Your loved ones truly missed you
B.C.W
October 30, 2015
Another year has come and gone and you are still talked about and missed. you will always remain in our hearts. love and miss you very much. XOXX
Rene Kaiel
September 26, 2015
To your friends and family - gone but never forgotten! My heart goes out to those who lost loved ones on that horrible day ~ rk
Wendy Taylor
September 11, 2015
Rest in Heaven. The world will never forget
Beverly
September 11, 2015
Always thinking about this man, I really miss him. He is the wind beneath my wings.
kristine hanson
September 11, 2015
I wanted to share with your family and friends on my completed cross stitch project that includes all who were killed. May God continue to bless your family.
Tyler George
September 11, 2015
Will always miss you
Olivia Battles
September 11, 2015
Thinking of you and your family.
Techla
September 11, 2015
You are still remembered. Missing you always
Robin
September 9, 2015
Gone but never forgotten. Every year I post your photo so that others will ask about you. Praying for everyone who loved you
August 4, 2015
never foget
Greg Callender
March 22, 2015
Thinking about you...
Beverly Williams
October 27, 2014
Happy Birthday!!!! thinking and Missing U dearly.
Melissa Blue
September 30, 2014
My heart goes out to his girlfriend Beverly Williams to have lost such a man as that one. Know you must still miss him & remember his kind heart. They'll always be remembered those who lost their lives on 9-11-01. Never forget them.
Christina Mastandrea
September 11, 2014
Never to be forgotten
Mary
September 11, 2014
Another year and never forgotten.
September 11, 2014
I am sorry for your death how old are you now
Kobe Starr
September 11, 2014
Hey I'm sorry
Tec Nesbitt
September 11, 2014
Its another year.. Would you believe I now work right across from the WTC memorial, I look down at it everyday. Still haven't walked over there to look for your name. Will never forget you.
B.C.W
September 10, 2014
Another year another day still missing U
camden willis
September 10, 2014
sorry adout what happend
BEVERLY
October 28, 2013
HAPPY BIG 50 WISHING YOU WERE HERE WITH US.
mb
September 30, 2013
We will continue to remember the life of Mr.Abel. Our heavenly father also continues to remember him.
1 John 4:8
Joseph Damiano
September 12, 2013
Prayers for the family from The Damiano Family.
My Dad's car--he would go crazy over it :) I hope he gets a sweet ride in Heaven.
September 12, 2013
If I ever have children I will share Laurence's tribute with them. Future generations need to know of such a quality individual (young man). God bless your family.
Techla Nesbitt
September 8, 2013
Well another football season is here, Giants won there home game yesterday. Life has moved on, and a lot have changed, one thing remains consistent is that you are always remembered. Miss you L.A.
Mary
September 8, 2013
Yes it is that sad time of the year again, but always a happy time remembering you. RIP
Karen Joseph Robinson
September 7, 2013
RIP Laurence....you will always be missed but never forgotten.
Bev my prayers will always be with you and I miss you...Luv u Sis!!
B.C.W
September 6, 2013
As I approach the coming day I cant help of think of all the days we spent together. specially the morning he left and said see you this evening. Well that was the last time I saw his face and heard his voice. Believe me he still talkes to me but its not the same. The saying is time heels all, well time has done alot but the hurt will always remain. I would like to thank evryone for the support. and all the comments posted. Thank You!
Peggy Childers
August 26, 2013
To the family and friends of Laurence C. Abel:
Laurence will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not allow those we lost on 9/11 be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you.
August 10, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Mary McKevitt
September 11, 2012
Another year gone by but you are not forgotten by all your friends here. R.I.P
Karen Robinson
September 11, 2012
R.I.P LAURENCE my prayers goes out 2 his family....Beverly if u see this contact me ksmart07@hotmail
Techla Nesbitt
September 11, 2012
Another year.. still very much missed.. forever my friend in memory.. never forgotten...
R L
September 9, 2012
Rest in peace my friend.
Camille
September 2, 2012
Even though it has been a while. Grief is so very very difficult. May you draw comfort from the following:At Psalm 56:8 David pleaded to God: "Do put my tears in your skin bottle. Are they not in your book? Like David I know that God is aware of your pain and what you are going through emotionally. He will continue to give you what you need to live each day without Laurence.
August 12, 2012
To the Abel family,
May the wonderful memories of your loved one provide solace for you; and may Almighty God provide you with the assurance that you will see your loved one again in Paradise. John 17:3
B.C.W
July 24, 2012
The love we had stays on my mind, Gone but not forgotten,
Kat B
November 6, 2011
I have been married to my best friend for twenty years now and I know how hard it is to find that. I am truly pained for you in your loss. I hope you find comfort in passage of Psalm 46:1,2 where it says God is there for us in times of distress.
Jill
September 26, 2011
God Bless.
Techla Nesbitt
September 12, 2011
They said with time, things gets easier.. But there are somethings that you can never come to terms with, and this is one of those times. You have not and will not ever be forgotten. I still cry like it was yesterday, when I picked up the phone at 8:50 and called your desk, and cell phone after seeing the smoke coming out the building from across the Hudson. R.I.P my Buddy/Friend. See you in Heaven!.
Beverly Williams
September 11, 2011
First I'd like to thank everyone for all the prays and kind words. I visited Ground Zero this morning it was very hard going back there however after I went down to the water fall it seemed so peaceful I located Laurence name and can finally say he is R.I.P it is an amazing to see. Missing L.C.A each and every day
Marcos Silot
September 11, 2011
Laurence was a classmate of mine back in the 6th Grade at PS 173 in Washington Heights, NY. Although I did not get to know him well, I still remember how he single-handedly took out the last three opponents for the win at the dodgeball tournament for our class team back in 1975. He was our hero then, and he is still a hero now. Rest In Peace buddy.
Kymberli Colbourne
September 11, 2011
We hold you in our hearts.
Bernice Castillo
September 11, 2011
Ten years later and I'm having to talk and describe that tragic day with Anthony as a school assignment. I thought I'd be okay but the tears come as I tell him how Beverly lost a special part of her life and a friend to us. We will always remember through our thoughts and prayers. Love always, The Castillo Family
Bee True
September 9, 2011
Much Love to you Laurence C. Abel
September 9, 2011
I am sorry about the death of Mr. Abel. Me and others are praying for you.
September 9, 2011
I am sorry for the loss and God Bless You and your family
Barbara Boam
September 9, 2011
Barbara Boam & Kim Rogers walked a mile for you on 9/8/11 as a dedication to your life.
McKevitt
September 9, 2011
Well Buddy it is 11 years, it almost seems like it was just last year. No matter how many years you are missed. RIP
K9 Aabel
September 8, 2011
Denver PD K-9 Aabel is a Explosive Detection dog who was named after Laurence. He has a high speed low drag work ethic and is developing into one of the best detection and deterence tools to fight terror. God Bless America
Alexander Trapp
September 8, 2011
I am so sorry about the tragedy that caused Mr. Abels' death. We hold the family in our prayers'.
Cameron Huff
September 8, 2011
Im sorry about what happened that day. I was only 3 years old. God Bless you, and your family. So sorry it had to be like this. I know people that died in the attack as well. They were important to me. Im sorry for everyone that died including you. God bless you and all family again.
Roy Conley
September 8, 2011
He sounds realy sweet.
GOD BLESS YOU and YOUR FAMILY
kiwanna hampton
September 7, 2011
i was only in 2nd grade, i knew no better but you will always be missed.. and loved by the family you left behind..
May 8, 2011
God bless you all. All my best,
MSG W.D. Chappell USAR
March 22, 2011
I am a Denver Police Officer assigned to the Explosive Detection K-9 Unit. I was recently assigned to a new K-9 partner after my old partner retired. My new partner was raised at Lackland AFB in their puppy program. These dogs are named after the victims of 911. My partner's name is Abel... named after Laurence Abel. Does anyone know the family of Laurence Abel? It would be nice to let his family know and send them a picture of a dog who is protecting America which was named in memory of Laurence. Tech D.A, Denver Police Department.
December 17, 2010
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
B.C.W
October 26, 2010
I was thinking about Greg the other day and decided to reach out to him on how you guys always made your Sunday phone calls regarding the games, Well his dad is with you now so he's all alone but I try to keep him company but I know I cant replace you two guys in his life but we make each other laugh thinking about the good old times. As your born day is in a couple of days I am as always saying Happy Birthday! Missing You Laurence every day
Marilynn
September 13, 2010
Even though I didn't know Laurence. I wanted to send my condolonces for the loss of Laurence. As you return to your normal routine in the days to come may you continue to feel the love and the loving support of family and friends. (Romans 15:4)
Vanessa
September 12, 2010
I'm so sorry your life ended so tradgically, but I can see that you were loved and that is what is most important in life because that's what you take with you and love never dies. My condolences to your loved one, and I'll remember you.
Beverly
September 12, 2010
Missing you its your time of year football and basketball starting I will cheer for your teams, with a tear n a smile Love always in my heart
Mary
September 12, 2010
You always have a way of coming to mind on my birthday, can always count on see a butterfly on my birthday. It has has been that way ever since you past. You and BCW mades my birthdays prior to 9/11/2001 a lot of fun. RIP and you are surley missed.
Meghan McFadden
September 11, 2010
Spending the day in remembrance... you are not forgotten.
Wendy Rund
September 11, 2010
I never met you, but I wish you and your loved ones peace, Especially on this anniversary. Rest in Peace. God Bless.
Techla Nesbitt
September 11, 2010
Laurence, forever in my memory and thoughts, never forgotten.
mr.mrs joe wells
September 10, 2010
This was the saddest day of everyones life,so many lives gone for no reason 9 years ago,this day will never be forgotten,to all the families who lost a love one on this day,you know that God has them now in his arms a better life.may God give you all peace
September 10, 2010
Nine years later and the memory of you remains in our thoughts. Your name still makes its way to conversations. From my family to yours, peace and love. Your friend, Bernice
stacy valentine
September 10, 2010
Although I never met you , I just want to say I will never forget that day and the so many innocent lives that were lost. You and so many others will be remembered on this 9 year anniversary. May you rest in peace.
August 22, 2010
May you rest in peace.
Pamela
June 29, 2010
Yes, one thing that we can count on is that TIME waits for no one. TIME sure do fly by, but memories remain. Laurence, you are remembered. Bev, cus you keep hanging in there. Much Love
Beverly Williams
October 27, 2009
If you were with us you would be grinning with your kool -aid smile and teasing Greg about the Yankees are playing a World Series game on you Birthday. HAPPY BIRTHDAY UPTOWNLA! Gone but not for gotten luv always B.C.W
September 11, 2009
I know this tragic event is sad and i hope that you can get through the pain every day and every night and we pray for your family. i am very sorry.
Benjamin Tures
September 11, 2009
he will be in our prayers a may he rest in peace
St.Mary student Leage City
Robin S
September 11, 2009
I will always keep Laurence in my prayers
Michele Vick
September 11, 2009
You where gone too soon, You sure did love your music. I know you are smiling and jamming to a beat up above.
September 11, 2009
hey, u r still remembered for always.. luv u much.
Mary McKevitt
September 8, 2009
You may be gone but not forgotten. I didn't see any butterflies this year for my birthday, but I still thought of you.
Beverly C. Williams
September 8, 2009
A lot has happend since you left us but we still miss You!
Love Always,
Caleb Anczak
September 8, 2009
I will never forget all these people cut down in there prime. Always remeber 9/11. God bless America.
Sandra pierce
May 19, 2009
I am sorry that you lost Laurence. H e seemed like such a great guy. May you find more memories to remember him by and celebrate those. Mentoring a kid in his name would be a great legacy.
D Wilson
May 6, 2009
I know he is with the LORD.
Jacqueline Braun
October 16, 2008
We will never forget. God bless you
Greetings from Switzerland
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