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At 24, Dianne Gladstone, the meticulous young tax official, followed her romantic instincts. She would marry this fellow who had offered — on a blind date no less — a pricey dinner at Maxwell's Plum, in Manhattan's archetypal 1970's singles spot. A year later, she was a Mrs.
And as in her public life — 37 years at the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance — her instincts were right on the money. She and Herb Gladstone, a crane operator, skied, hit the Broadway shows, traveled. Each year they celebrated the holidays at the Queensboro Hill Jewish Center, where they were married, and then it was off to the Caribbean.
Even at home, she was, "organized, maybe too organized," Mr. Gladstone recalled. In their Forest Hills home she had tax files going back to when they had met, he said, recalling her fondness for her tax work as section chief in Tower Two, 86th floor.
Yet in her favorite photo, on the beach at Provincetown at sunset last Labor Day, Dianne Gladstone, at 55, looked as happy as Mr. Gladstone could ever remember, perhaps because her thoughts were far away from tax codes, the paper shredder and the job she treasured. She had decided to retire — to their new house, near the water, on the north fork of Long Island. The moving date was next April.
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Sami Weir
October 19, 2024
I was a classmate of Dianne’s in Russell Sage Junior High School. I knew her as a kind wonderful young girl. I am deeply saddened for the tragedy that took her life with 3,000 other souls. We should never forget.
December 23, 2019
Take care...
Alex
Alex
October 23, 2019
In memory of 9/11 victim Dianne Gladstone...
The Kindred Family
November 7, 2018
We send our continued heartfelt condolences to your family. With each new day may God give the needed help and support. Neither the passing of time or words can always remove the deep pain of losing someone that we love. May the happy loving memories that you will always have be of some comfort. Dianne will always be fondly remembered.
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Michele Nutter
September 10, 2017
Miss you today as we did that horrible day 16 years ago. For me, personally, I love being able to call you Auntie and I loved that the girls allowed you to be shared. I wish you could see their families now and I wish you could see mine as well. I know you would be taking tons of pictures. Tonight I sat with my daughter to share precious memories of you. You are still apart of all of our hearts
Melissa Bernstein
September 11, 2015
I believe I used to take step class with Dianne at the Central Queens Y in Forest Hills back in the early 90s...I can still picture her stepping lively during class! My thoughts are with your family on this 14th anniversary. We will never forget.
September 11, 2014
Remembered. God bless your family
July 23, 2013
I knew Dianne at NY Community College. I'm sure she would not remember me but our small "click" had fun and I did not know of her passing until a mutual friend told me.
It was nice to hear that she was enjoying her life with her husband and that she was about to end a very successful career and begin her well deserved retirement.
May she rest in peace and may her family know that their loss is shared by many ....She was a gentle person....jerry DiAntonio
September 10, 2012
It was the first anniversary of Sept.11 I was on my way to the mall and a church was handing out cards Mrs. Gladstone's name was on this card I received. Letting Dianne's family know I am praying for you and I will never forget.
Dennis Shires
September 12, 2011
I attended the SF Giants vs. LA Dodgers game yesterday. When you walked in the stadium, they handed everyone a card with an American flag on one side and the name of one of the victims from the attacks on 9/11 on the other. My card had Dianne's name. I was able to find stories about her online. I wish her family the best, I cannot even imagine the pain they must have went through. God bless!
Gail Mitgang
September 11, 2011
I can't believe that it is 10 years. I hope that you are at peace. We will always remember.
Dale Gladstone
September 11, 2009
Not for the first time, I was struck by hearing this name on television today, 9-11-09. I pray you all receive the strength to heal as much as anyone can.
Diane Landau
September 11, 2008
On this the 7th anniversary of 9-11, I would like send my continous sympathy to Herb and the whole family on the loss of Dianne. My husband Arnie and I lived in the same building with Dianne and Herb in Forest Hills. She was part of the co-op board and actually interviewed us when we wanted to buy our co-op in the building. It was such a shock we found out that Dianne had perished on 9-11. We will always remember her!
August 6, 2008
I remember you well, and thought of you while seeing "Man on Wire" yesterday :)
Kristine
October 26, 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.
P Tabbernor
October 21, 2006
In memory....
Marcia Kern
September 11, 2004
It's been three years but we remember Diane and always will. Her love inspires her family still, and our hearts are with them, especially on this day.
Marcia and Marty
Barry Landfield
October 30, 2002
I only met Diane once. She and Hash joined me for dinner in San Francisco many years ago. Her intelligence, charm, and sweet good humor were radiant and I know will shine forever.
Christine Estacion
September 12, 2002
My mother Adelina Estacion worked with Dianne until 1998 when my mother was diagnosed with cancer and retired. I am sorry to have missed meeting Dianne at my mother's retirement as I had spoken to her several times as a teenager calling mom after school at work and she would answer the phone. My mother would always mention Dianne nearly every day when she got home from work. I was very upset to hear from my mother that so many NYS employees (including Dianne) were not able to make it out of Tower Two. I grew up hearing all about these people and they will never be forgotten. As an officer in the military, I will continue to serve this wonderful country and preserve our freedoms and will always remember Dianne in a special place. I know that my mother will.
Christina F
September 11, 2002
I am a student at a catholic high school in Texas and I just wanted Ms. Gladstone's family to know that we each get a bracelet of a person from 9/11 and from what I hear Ms. Gladstone was a wonderful person and wife and I just wanted her family to know she is in all of our prayers.
-Christina F
Susan Jeffords
May 19, 2002
We all miss you terribly. This picture is how we will remember you.Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. God bless your family and the very large group of friends who loved you so.
Pat & Dale McKinley
May 10, 2002
This is a tribute to a wonderful woman who I knew for approximately 25 years. Dianne's sister Jayne lived across the street from me for numerous years and being close to Jayne and her family, my children who are adults now, have always known Dianne as "Aunt Dianne" and Dianne and Jayne's mother Norma as "Nana! Our family was also fortunate enough to have fond memories of Dianne and Jayne's Father while he was alive.
What a tragic loss for her family, friends and everyone who came in contact with her. She was such a compassionate and tolerant person who especially "treasured" her nieces Jodi and Keri. They also seemed to be the highlight of her "world!" Fortunately, I strongly feel that both Jodi and Keri realize what a treasure they have lost and what a treasure they were to their Aunt. Dianne adored them!
I feel so fortunate as does my whole family to have known such a wonderful person!
We love you Dianne and always will! We pray that one day everyone will understand why such a special person was lost so tragically! You are so sorely missed by family and friends! God bless you and all your loved ones! We will forever miss you!!!!
Love,
Pat, Dale, Michele, JoAnn and family
Angie Campbell
April 26, 2002
May God Bless you and the friends and family that you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in peace forever and ever.
Katy Doran (neeKelly)
March 29, 2002
Like most NY far from home on Sept 11 we were heart broken and feeling helpless. Our first thoughts were for all the victims and families. Only recently I discovered that Dianne was one of the many precious souls lost that day. I worked with Dianne many years ago when we were young girls just beginning with NYS. She was a wonderful, loyal friend. Smart, caring and a joy to be with. i have many wonderful memories of her. I offer my hearfelt sorrow and prayers to the family and friends she leaves behind. Katy (Kelly) Doran
Anonymous
January 26, 2002
MAY GOD SHINE HIS LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL WOMAN DIANNE GLADSTONE AND
MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HER FAMILY
AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..AMEN
Teresa Jahn
December 30, 2001
What a warm, bright and friendly smile Dianne has in this picture you have shared with us. Such a smile must be a reflection of her heart. May Dianne's friendliness, her life and love live on in those who love her. Our hearts cry with you in your loss of Dianne.
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
Jayne Marx
December 9, 2001
Dianne was my sister and my best friend. She was the best sister anyone could ever hope for and I cherished the relationship we had built over the past 30 years since we had both been married. As children, I was the bratty little sister, but I always knew I could count on Dianne even when she was mad at me because I was such a pest!!
I moved away from NY in 1974, but our relationship got better and closer with every ear that passed. She was very involved with my children's lives and they cherished their "Auntie".
She was just a wonderfully giving person; kind, generous and compassionate to all she knew whether in business or friendship. Those of us who called her family were a very blessed group indeed.
There is not an hour that passes that I do not mourn the loss of her love and her presence in my life. I love you Di and I will cherish our wonderful memories until the day that I die. I know I have been truly blessed to have you as my sister and I hope you are at peace.
Jayne
Fran Monfre-Sprague
December 6, 2001
I met Dianne many years ago when Hash just met Dianne they were holding hands and they both had these wonderful smiles on their faces. I am a friend of the Gladstone family. Not a day goes by sine 9/11 that I don't think of Dianne and Hash holding hands and smiling. I always got updates of their life from Hash's mom and two sisters. Dianne's mother-in-law, Mrs Gladstone looked forward to cooking dinner and spending an evening with Diane and Hash.
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