What is your first memory of Robert? Share a favorite memory you have of Robert. Tell us about a special moment you shared with Robert. Describe a time when Robert made you laugh or smile. What is something you will always remember about Robert? Talk about a shared experience you had with Robert. What is something you did together that you enjoyed? Describe a place or activity that reminds you of Robert. Tell us about a personal story or anecdote involving Robert. What is something you learned from Robert?

Add a Memory

Send Flowers

Make a Donation

Share Obituary

Robert Francis Mace

Obituary

Guest Book

Robert Mace Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 8, 2001.

Hoping to Be a Novelist
This was the dream for Robert Mace: retire by 50, buy a little place on Nantucket and write novels to rival those of John Grisham, the Mississippi novel-writing lawyer. Mr. Mace, 43, also a lawyer, had collected his share of stories over the years, first as a lawyer with the National Labor Relations Board and most recently as a labor lawyer for Cantor Fitzgerald. The tales he would use to regale his family and friends at dinner parties and golf outings. He especially loved to tell friends about the various circuit courts in which he had a chance to argue cases, making sure to point out that he planned to visit them all before retiring.

"He was in his glory being an attorney," recalled Mr. Mace's brother, Ken. "Even his girlfriends over the years knew he was married to the law. Nothing could beat it for him." Except a Philadelphia Eagles game. But only if his childhood team was winning.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign Robert Mace's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

Recent Activity

July 20, 2019

A.L. posted to the memorial.

September 11, 2014

Sean Ahearn posted to the memorial.

September 10, 2014

Leon Sendecki posted to the memorial.

31 Entries

A.L.

July 20, 2019

Rest in peace.

Sean Ahearn

September 11, 2014

I worked with Mr. Mace as I called him a long time ago at Winston & Strawn. He was always a nice guy. I was an IT tech and you didn't mind fielding a call from him because he was always cool. It was sometime after the attacks that I found out he was in the towers but I remembered him instantly.

Leon Sendecki

September 10, 2014

Rob and I graduated from Boyertown in 1976 and played baseball together. He was a great guy and teammate. Back in 1975, we were in a baseball tournament and had a day off. The team went to Dorney Park. I was terrified of roller coasters and got through the day without riding on one. As we waited for our bus to head back, we had time for a "team" ride on the roller coaster. I made all the excuses for not going on, but ended up in a seat with Rob. Despite my panicking, almost falling out of the car, my screams, Rob got me through it. And immediately afterwards, soaked in sweat, thoroughly exhausted, he asked me if I wanted to go again. There was good timing on his delivery. Every year on 9/11, I tell my students that story and have a good laugh. Thanks for the fond memory.

Fred LaPoint

June 8, 2014

We Will Never Forget

How you can show support

Donate in Memory

Make a donation in memory of your loved one.

Add photos

Share their life with photo memories.

Plant trees

Honor them by planting trees in their memory.

Follow this page

Get email updates whenever changes are made.

Send flowers

Consider sending flowers.

Share this page

Invite other friends and family to visit the page.

SJ. Friscia III

June 7, 2014

In Memory
With Honor& Respect.

Reginald Rogers

April 2, 2014

I am a classmate of Rob's at George Washington Law School, Class of 1984. We will celebrate our 30th anniversary of our law school graduation with a reunion in June 2014. Rob was a great guy. We were housmates our last year of law school in Arlington, Virginia. Rob was very smart - he was on the GW Law Review. We lost contact with each other over the years but when I heard that he was in the Towers , I was devastated. I wear a US flag lapel pin everyday at work since then in his honor. Rob will be remembered at our reunion and always. May he rest in the Peace of Christ! Reg Rogers

Fred LaPoint

September 11, 2011

I didn't know Robert personally but I rode in his honor this year in the America's 9/11 Foundation Ride. I kept his memorial card on the windscreen of my motorcycle right next to the person my wife was riding for. To kick off the ride a ceremony was held in Somerset Penn. just outside Shanksville and I was asked to share my thoughts on remembrance with those present. I would like to share those thoughts with you as well but first and foremost I would like tell you that I get it. That I sincerely and deeply appreciate the sacrifices made by Robert and the ones still being made by you...Robert's Family and Friends. The title of my message that evening is A Reminder Why We Must Never Forget.
A Reminder Why We Must Never Forget
All of us can probably recall exactly what we were doing and where we were doing it on that fateful day that befell this great nation ten years ago September 11th, 2001.
We don’t need CNN nor Fox, nor do we need any Republican Party, Tea Party, Democratic Party or No Party politicians reminding us of what happened or how many lives were lost that day.
We know what was lost. The price paid in blood and tears is seared into our collective psyche.
While it is true, there may be those people out there who may not require reminders of that terrible day and the aftermath that followed… there are those murmurings of a few, who speak of being tired of being reminded of such a sorrowful time, or even those who would say that reliving this tragedy serves no useful purpose;
I think we as a people, as a nation undivided, would be morally bankrupt and ethically corrupt if we failed to pause in remembrance of all of those souls who gave all that day so that we may enjoy the freedoms we do, under the flag of freedom which flies so proudly over this great nation that we call our home.
While the attacks that day on the peoples of this great country were unlike any war the citizens of the United States have ever encountered before, 2977 Citizen Solders, warriors unlike any others before, gave their lives that day that others may live. To be sure, there has been no greater act of heroism or patriotism by regular people in my lifetime and they are truly the greatest heroes I know.
Remembrance though, is not just for those who made the ultimate sacrifice that day.
Remembrance is also hugely important for those left behind. In many ways, their sacrifice is just as great as the Fallen, as their sense of loss and sorrow continues for many years or even a lifetime afterwards. They need our consolation to ease their suffering and help the healing.
More importantly however, they need to know that as a society we understand and value the sacrifices made and that the death of their loved ones was not forgotten or in vain.
Remembering the dead, burying them with honor in beautiful and hallowed places makes the point tellingly, that this country recognizes that these are her best people and we care deeply about their memory.
But this is only a starting point. Remembrance is more than just the act of recalling to active memory those who gave the full measure of devotion, so that we may live.
It should be a clarion call to action, part of the social contract, our commitment to those who served and continue to serve this great Nation. It was once said by John F Kennedy, “a nation reveals itself not only by the citizens it produces, but also by the citizens it honors and the citizens it remembers!” This was the point Abraham Lincoln was trying to make in his Second Inaugural speech during the Civil War: “Let us strive on to finish the work we are in, to bind up the nation’s wounds, to care for him who shall have borne the battle for his widow and orphan, to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and lasting peace among ourselves and with all nations.”
So let us, the participants of America’s 911 Ride 2011, and the nation as a whole, pledge that on this, the tenth year anniversary of the terrorist attacks on our great nation, and each and every day here after, we shall commit ourselves to remember all the Fallen and their families together, just as they were unwavering to answer the call to advance our freedom and protect the national interest to the last full measure of their being. May we also never forget our nation’s first responders (Fire, Police, EMS) as well as our nations defenders – the men and women of the armed forces of the United States of American and all veterans. May we never forget those who have served as freedom’s guardian’s standing their watch on Lady Liberty’s shores.
Thank you for allowing me to share this with you. May God Bless you all and may peace and happiness be with each of you.

Mark Elis

September 11, 2010

Rob, you were one of the first people I called that morning, and every 9/11 I listen for your name when they read them alphabetically. You were a good roommate and friend, and I silently greet you whenever I walk past your old apartment building on 92 Street. Rest in Peace.

Kaleigh Mace

June 17, 2010

I wish you could see me all grown up.

Ken Mace

September 10, 2007

You are missed my brother, you are missed each and every day.....

Doug Abraham

August 18, 2007

Happy Birthday!!!

P Tabbernor

December 17, 2006

In remembrance....

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.

Sharon

February 2, 2006

I too did not know Robert but I had the pleasure of meeting Robert's brother Ken, albeit online. I want to say if Robert was anything like his brother the world has indeed lost a very special person. When I saw what happened on TV here "down under" I got a sick feeling in my stomach and tried to contact Ken but to no avail. I did weeks later and I felt every bit of pain he was going through. This is a tribute to you Ken, for once again you have had another challenge in life, and once again you are coping like a true hero. God Bless you and your family and rest in peace Robert.

Chris Caputo

September 11, 2005

I do not know Robert however reflecting on his brother Ken you must of had great assests to the world. May you rest in peace and your in our families thoughts and prayers. God Bless RFM.

Audrey Dessauer

January 29, 2003

I went to the same high school as Robert. I graduated 2 years behind him. I don't believe I knew him. I was looking on the alumni website of my high school at the entries for the class of 1976 when I saw that Robert had died on September 11, 2001. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. I read the entries in this guest book and the entries indicate that Robert was a wonderful person.

Judy Despian

October 21, 2002

I worked with Rob for 5 years as his Administrative Assistant at Cantor Fitzgerald. He was the best boss anyone could ever have. He was funny, intelligent, kind, generous and thoughtful. I miss him and think of him often, the funny things we use to do at the office, the laughter. He was a good hearted person and very well liked. Rob I miss you so much! To his family, his mother, brother, sister-in law, nieces and nephews you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Guy Francesconi

September 28, 2002

I worked with Rob at the NY office of Winston & Strawn in the early 90s. I learned yesterday through another former co-worker, that Rob was one of the victims of the WTC attack. It made me profoundly sad.

I lost touch with Rob but we would occasionally bump into each other at the WTC concourse in the late 90s.

He was always a class act and all around good guy - personable, bright, professional, unassuming- a person who always made you feel better after encountering him. It is truly tragic that he is no longer gracing the earth with his presence.

I express my deep condolences to his family and close friends. Please know that I am one of the many people who were touched by Rob's kindness and positive nature.

Jeff Benfield

September 11, 2002

I graduated with Rob in the same class in high school and I will always remember how academicly and athletically gifted he was, but he just acted like like anyone else. He usually had a pretty good story to tell and there were not to many dull moments either. So it was know surprise to me at all that he was a lawyer. I only seen Rob a couple of times since high school but I'll never forget him. I've been praying and continue to pray that God will bring comfort to Rob's mother , Ken, and his family. Not only will September 11th, but also August 19th will never be the same for me because it was on that day Rob and I came into the world together. It really saddens me that he is know longer here.

Reiko Tomii

September 11, 2002

To commemorate 9/11, my mother, who lives in Japan, participated in the memorial concert held in Nishinomiya (near Kobe), singing Mozart's Requiem at 8:46am local time. She faxed me that her memorial name tag carried the name of Mace, Robert Francis (each participant wore a name tag of a deceased). I was curious who he was and looked him up in the NYT profiles (I am faxing her the print out).

Here, I would like to add my condolence, together with my mother's.

Judy Despian

September 11, 2002

To Rob's Family:

I worked with Rob for 4 years. I was his assistant. To me he was the best boss in the world. I miss him dearly, our talks about life, love football and movies. I think of him everyday and want you to know that you are in my prayers.

LeBron Arnwine

September 10, 2002

I am so happy that you made it out safely. I also appreatiate you being there for our country. I love you very much and your family as well.

Lisa Mednick

September 5, 2002

My husband, Steve Owen, and I were classmates of Rob's in law school. We only just heard he was lost at Cantor (we had lost touch over the years). We both have very fond memories of Rob. We wish to send our sympathies to his family and loved ones.

Angie Campbell

May 5, 2002

May God Bless you and the family and friends that you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in his loving peace forever more.

Donna Clemens

March 21, 2002

I was greatly saddened by the horrific events of 9-11-01. Although I didn't know Rob, I did graduate from the same high school. With that, it brought things a bit closer to home. There is little to say that could even come close to the grand loss to society,family and friends of these victims. My prayers are with all the people who've had their lives shattered by this unthinkable tradgedy. Godspeed to y'all. Donna

February 27, 2002

DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN ROBERT FRANCIS MACE AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY GOD GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN

Roberta DeCaprio-Lemke

February 25, 2002

I was looking through my Billy Graham magazine a few weeks ago, and came upon an ad by Grayson Co. They were selling silver bracelets with a victim's name from the 9/11 terrorist attack engraved on it. The Mercy band, (Band standing for BEARING ANOTHER'S NAME DAILY),was to remind it's wearer of the person who perished and to pray for their family.

I purchsed a bracelet and when my Mercy Band arrived it had Robert Mace's name engraved on it. I wear this bracelet proudly and keep Robert and his family in my prayers. I know God meant for me to pray for this family, because my name is Roberta, (the female version of Robert), and I am a writer of historical romance novels, (Robert wanted to be a novelist too).

I believe there are no coincedences in this world. As a Christian I know that there is a reason for everything. As a person who was born with a walking disability and struggled through life to live a productive one, I know that the grace of God is always with us. I have two children, and two grandchildren, and I know how precious family is. So, I extend my condolences to Robert's family and would love to correspond with them....and perhaps meet them one day. You are all in my prayers! God be with you all!

Elliot Schnapp

January 16, 2002

Rob was a Tuesday night tennis buddy of mine for at least five years. He loved sports, was hard on himself, but easy on his team-mates and opponents. A fun loving, decent human being if ever there was one.

Teresa Jahn

December 23, 2001

We are very sorry for your loss of Robert. 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

David Bradford

December 14, 2001

I knew Rob. He was a good guy. I worked with him at the the law firm of Shearman & Sterling in Manhattan in the late 1980's. In fact, he was the very first person I met in New York when I arrived from Kentucky to interview for a job in late 1985. He escorted me around my first day there, introduced me to everyone, helped convince me to move to New York and, once there, helped counsel and advise me on both personal and professional matters. Everything from how to do the job to where to buy good ties -- I trusted both his taste and his judgment. Rob was a class act and a good guy. Moving to New York changed my life and Rob had a lot to do with that. I can't say I knew Rob really well, but he affected my life and I'll always remember him.

Moira Parsons

November 27, 2001

I live on Nantucket and when I came across this tribute to Robert I thought how sad it was that he will never be able to get his dream house on Nantucket. As a resident of this small island, I am saddened that our paths will never cross. God bless all of Roberts family and friends. The nation WILL remember.

Showing 1 - 31 of 31 results