David S. Lee

David S. Lee

David Lee Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 10, 2001.
Expectant Father
David S. Lee's wife was three months' pregnant when he died on Sept. 11.

"He was so excited about the baby that he actually bought almost the whole collection of Warner Brothers Beanie Babies," said Angela Lee, his wife. The child was going to be the couple's first. "He tried to talk to the fetus. He would say: 'Hello! Can you hear me? I love you.' He came up with two names, one for a girl and one for a boy."

Since Mr. Lee's death, a sonogram has shown that his wife will have a son. The Lees, both Chinese, did not care much about the sex of their child, but traditional Chinese families prefer to have at least one son to carry on the family name. "Under the circumstances, it is a joy that I am carrying a son," Mrs. Lee said.

Mr. Lee, 37, a senior vice president at Fiduciary Trust, was looking forward to taking time off and helping his wife when the baby was born. "He wanted to give our children what we didn't have as children," she said. "You know, the Chinese generational thing. They will learn swimming at a much younger age, interact with other children early on and have a lot more toys."

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In Memory
With Honor & Respect.

Linda Tracey

September 11, 2012

This summer I visited the 9/11 memorial site. While I was there I took this picture. It brings a tear to my eye every time I see it. Thinking of your family today.

Iris Rooney

September 12, 2011

I placed a flag in a memorial yesterday in Watsonville, Ca. with David's name on it. It was very moving and I wish the family my sympathy and prayers for healing.

Karen Davis

September 10, 2011

I had worked in the financial industry, and spoke to David from time to time. I am deeply saddened by the loss of David to his family and friends and those on 9/11. RIP, David. We will never forget.

Esteban Morera

February 14, 2010

Ever-the-gentleman; a truly good human being; haven't seen nor spoken to him in over a quarter century, yet I am saddened beyond words. I will pray for your family, David.

George Kuonqui

May 27, 2008

I am in total shock to hear of Davids death! I grew up with David, Eddie and Richard and have many fond memories of them. We played baseball, basketball, football, all sports together and not only was he a great athlete, we all knew how smart and driven to succeed he was. My warmest thoughts and heartfelt sympathies to the Lee family.

P Tabbernor

December 5, 2006

In remembrance....

Kristine

November 2, 2006

As I 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.

Joanne Quan Stein

November 16, 2002

I grew up a few houses down the block from David and his family. As children we had a lot of fun. I found out about David's death when I drove by the old neighborhood and spoke to his mother. My condolences to his family. May God Bless them all.

Gary Gumbrecht

September 13, 2002

I worked with David for many years. He was very intelligent and a role model in my career and above all a great guy.



In 1997, David purchased my home and he was very excited about it.



In the summer of 2001, we got together for lunch one day after finding out that we worked in the same building.



I am glad I had the chance to know David for a long time. I will never forget you my friend.



Gary

Lori (Kohn) Neiman

September 12, 2002

I went to Penn with David, although we did not know each other during college. We met shortly after graduation when we both joined the Prudential Accelerated Career Entry (PACE) Program. David was extremely bright, and also one of the nicest guys in the program.



David's picture, held high by a friend at yesterday's memorial service at Ground Zero, was featured prominently on page 18 of today's (9/12's) Chicago Tribune; that is how I learned he died.



Although I had not seen David in probably 12 years, I cried over his loss. David impressed me with his intellect, his ambition, his sincerity, and his desire to be the best he could be. David, you will be missed.

Arthur S Moy

September 11, 2002

May the good Lord Bless you and your family with his everlasting love.

1982 Classmate

September 11, 2002

On this anniversary of the terrorist attacks, your Stuyvesant High School classmates remember you David, and will miss you at our reunion next month.

Matthew Tomasulo

August 11, 2002

Standing only seven blocks from the World Trade Center site, Transfiguration School on Mott Street deemed itself extremely fortunate not to have borne any of the burden of personal loss among family and friends. Learning of David's loss hit home. I last remember wishing him well as he left our class of 1978 and moved on to fulfillo mhis long-time aspiration of attending Stuyvesant High School. Transfiguration School and Church - clergy, student, faculty and staff - join Mrs. Lee, all of David's family,and the Stuyvesant H.S. and West Orange communities in grieving at his loss. He was a fine young man and will be remembered in our prayers always.

Matthew Tomasulo, 8th Grade Teacher and Assistant Principal

Angie Campbell

May 3, 2002

May God Bless you and keep you always.

George

April 14, 2002

My deepest condolences to David's family. I too just found out from the Stuy reunion. I also have a new baby coming soon. God bless you.

Louis Griffel

April 2, 2002

I am so saddened to hear of David's death. I just found out today while checking the Stuyvesant Class of 82 reunion site. David was one of my dearest friends in high school and I was looking forward to seeing him at the reunion. My sincerest condolences to his family and my very best wishes for his new son.

Philip DiDio

March 11, 2002

David was my freshman roommate in college. We accidentally met on the streets of Manhattan a few years ago, where he greeted me with warmth and a polished maturity gained over years. His professional and interpersonal development was striking, and after five minutes I walked away smiling.

Mark Paulson

March 11, 2002

I did not know David but I am sad that he was not able to be present for the birth of his son. I pray that God will continue to comfort his family during this difficult time. As a resident of West Orange myself, I hope our community will be able to help David's family whenever we are needed. God bless the Lee Family and all of the families who lost loved ones in the 9/11 attack.

Anonymous

February 20, 2002

DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN DAVID S.LEE 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

Neal Hurwitz

January 23, 2002

We are so sorry to lose David Lee. Our heartfelt condolences to his wife Angela. We pray for her and their child to be born.

David was one of eight Stuyvesant HS alumni/ae lost, all wonderful, talented people. This awesome tragedy took the lives of all New Yorkers, one way or the other. We have all lost a part of ourselves.

But for the wives, and mothers, and fathers and sons and other family and close friends, this is just awful. We hurt with you. We pray for you.

God bless and be well.

Neal Hurwitz, SHS '62,

The Stuyvesant HS Alumni & Friends Endowment Fund, Inc.

Teresa Jahn

December 25, 2001

We are very sorry for your loss of David. May his life and love live on in his baby to be and in all who love him. 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

A Friend

December 23, 2001

Rest In Peace, David and may God and his Angels watch over your loved ones you left behind! I am so sorry for the loss your family has suffered and I pray you are not forgotten!

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