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James Cartier Obituary
Forget about taking it easy. James Marcel Cartier loved to work. Five long days was never enough to satisfy him. He insisted on six long days. "He loved to come home dirty," said his brother Michael. "It meant he had worked hard. He had no problem with that."
Mr. Cartier, 26, was a deep-dimpled, happy-go-lucky electrician who had been assigned to a job at the World Trade Center just two weeks before the attack. He lived in Astoria, Queens, with Michael, and was well known in his neighborhood because he had worked at so many different places. If he couldn't get enough overtime doing electrical jobs to fill up six days, then he got behind the counter at the A & F Deli.
Before becoming an electrician, starting when he was just 13, he had a succession of jobs at a mall in Jackson Heights. It would take too long to list all the stores, but he worked at a stationery store, a pizza place and a drugstore. He just worked.
So many people in Queens had encountered him on their shopping trips that they wrote in shoe polish on their windows, "We will miss you, James."
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Melanie Alia
November 22, 2024
This week I got to visit New York I went to the memory pools found your name gave a little rub and said a prayer I heard your brother tell your story years ago I never forgot and always knew I would find you and pay respect
James Castoro
September 14, 2024
I would first like to say my thoughts and prayers are with your family and you everyday.. I often think about you James, since we share the same name.. I was blessed to have met you in Monsignor Mc Clancy High School and always be there for you when you needed any help with homework questions or anything for that matter.. You lit up any room and I will always remember your smile and personality.. With Love, James Castoro. Oh I forgot to mention you sat right in front of me in homeroom.
Adina Williams
September 10, 2024
Dear Cartier and Farrell Family,
After all these years, I found myself for the first time at the memorial this past Spring. Seeing all the sacred names etched into stone on a rainy day and with so many people around me, I almost turned back. The names seemed to line the circumference of the Earth. The gravitas of the moment made me breathless and in awe but in a troubling way. I said to myself, “No. You are going to move forward and locate beloved James’s tribute. It is time. You could not bring yourself here for decades. This is the time-it has to be today.” I thought I would not be able to find what I came for-to see the brick and mortar of such a tribute to so many and in particular for your dear brother, son, uncle, cousin, friend. I wanted all the crowds around me to clear their path and miraculously, I found myself solo, in a quiet place and it was in the center of it all—at James’s remembrance marker. It seemed to me the placement of James’s stone was at the confluence of the world, with the largest falls I’ve ever experienced (with the exception of my hometown Niagara) giving so much energy to all the tributes--in my mind’s eye, though, the heartiest cascade going right through to the mid-way point—to James’s name. I hadn’t expected to make it there that day so I had nothing with me, no flower to adorn the marble and granite. I pressed my lips together and kissed my peace sign fingers and then as gently as I could smoothed them across each letter of your dear one’s name. I hope that was enough.
James’s light is strong and still guidesis a constant. I viscerally realized more than ever that James is not defined by that stone or place (a proud forever young Queens son) but by the enduring love that you all have for him.
I heard from John last year around this time. He and all of you are in our prayers.
With Love and Joy for a Brighter Day,
Adina & Sandi (Putnam Co.)
Hubbel Rickel
September 11, 2023
Another year has come and gone. Throughout the day, I have thought of you and prayed for your loved ones as they go through this day. You’re the true definition of a hero.
May God richly bless your family and loved ones on this day.
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Adina Williams
September 10, 2023
Dear Jenny and Family,
Mother Theresa's words lead me to James...
"Every time you smile at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing."
Among his many gifts to this world-courage, humility, strength, character-perhaps it is your beloved brother's smile that continues to be his greatest jewel to us. From the many, many precious recollections as graciously shared by you all, James’s cherished family, co-workers, friends, neighbors, it seems to me that it his smile that shines ever-bright from above, bolstering us just when we need some lightness, some unexpected yet oh, so appreciated joy.
With Love and Light in Our Hearts,
Adina (Stamford) & Sandi (Buffalo)
Adina Williams
September 11, 2022
Dear Jenny and Family,
James is not forgotten. Angels navigate through this world in mysterious ways. On a daily walk through my new town, passersby tell me, “Don’t worry. Just find your way through the fire station down the block.” Well, I see this place of uncommon dedication and courage glimmer on this bright day—and as I get closer and closer, I see a man with massive hands and muscle, treating something in the distance ever so gently, then hauling the huge firehouse hose to clean the environs around whatever he is delicately handling with what seems to me a great sense of pride. I now see why the gentle Ben of a firefighter is taking such effort. For 21 years, this modest town station has displayed a fairly large-scale (for a small patch of lawn) Twin Tower replica.
I thank the fireman for his efforts—and those of his fellow brothers and sisters in arms for their bravery all those years ago and every day—to erect this monument annually. He gently replies, “We put this up, 365 days a year.” He went on to say that they will hand paint all the names of area fellow firefighters of which they know lost that tragic day—but please give them a little time. “You sweet man, and firehouse family, have all the grace you need,” I think to myself. When I asked him if any of his brothers or sisters from this station were taken, he said they were not but no matter, every year, the community gathers to remember all those beautiful souls who were taken from this Earth. They try to remember as many loved ones as possible, etching their names on to their simple but sturdy fire station sign for all to see and pay homage. I feel it is safe to open up and relay to him your brother James’s incredible, selfless life narrative. I say with love in my heart your dear one’s full name and the tower and floor he once blessed. We both take a beat, a moment in silence, his fire hose still in hand.
With a well-earned sweat on his brow, the Statue of Liberty tattoo peeking out from and emblazoned forearm to upper arm, the firefighter invited me to the commemoration today. I will bring James’s poem and will read, or simply speak James’s name if asked, so we all remember a local, homegrown hero in our midst, in our thoughts, prayers, now soaring high with the everlasting songs and wings of an Angel.
With Love, Lightness and Music in our Hearts,
Adina & Sandi—Stamford & Buffalo
Linda Morrissey
September 11, 2021
Thinking of you and your entire family Jennie, especially today. I hope that somehow, you find a measure of peace and comfort. Know that you are being held in thought and heart.
Adina Williams
September 6, 2021
Dear Jenny and Cartier and Farrell Family,
In the midst of such precarious times, I think of James's selflessness, sacrifice and heroism. Without a doubt, I believe in my heart that dear James would be at the forefront of saving lives today, this very moment, going door to door to ensure that his immediate family and neighbors and those well beyond were well taken care of and helped.
James remains for so many of us in this region, country and across the globe, a great inspiration and model of day-to-day, mindful activation of the precious Golden Rule. James is still giving, still hard at work...from the lofty heavens and with his fellow angels.
Praying you all are safe, healthy and well—and together,
With Love and A Song in Our Hearts,
Adina (Westchester) & Sandi (Buffalo)
Cindy Roe
September 4, 2021
Remembering James on the 20th anniversary of 9/11....
Adina Williams
September 11, 2020
Dear Jenny and Cartier and Farrell Families,
These unprecedented times paired with this day every year seems too much. Your family serves as a beacon of hope for those who may not have that much sunshine in their lives in this uncertain moment. For almost twenty years, each of you has lovingly kept close a precious jewel of sunshine in your hearts—all these many years. James’ brilliance radiates your every day, your each day.
May we all learn from your strength, your courage and enduring faith, all inspired by a young man who bravely sacrificed everything for what he knew was right and just. His example has not been forgotten, nor, I am sure, his beautiful joy of life and laughter.
With love,
Adina (Brooklyn) & Sandi (Buffalo)
Del Newberry
December 10, 2019
From what I read about James, it looks like the world lost a wonderful person on that horrible day. Such a tragedy to lose this handsome, young man in such a tragic way. I lift up his many friends and family today in prayer and ask that God bless you in a special way and let James' light shine through you in a special way to help encourage this world. With love from Texas,
Kay Riviello
September 13, 2019
9/11/19: My parents that were so fond of you are with you now. We will all be together again. When you left us, my Mom dedicated a song to you at church, On Eagle's Wings and likewise we played it for her when she left us as well. Of course you left a piece of you with us and we carry you in our hearts.
On Eagle's Wings: And he will raise you up on eagle's wings, there you are, the breath of dawn, make you to shine like the sun,and hold you in the palm of his hand. You would dwell in the shelter of the lord
who abides in his shadow for life. Say to the lord, "My refuge" "My rock in whom I trust". He will hold you
in the palm of His hand.
Hubbel Rickel
September 11, 2019
Another year has come and gone and my prayer for you and your family remains the same. May God bless and keep you all as we remember the horrific attack and your loved ones mourn a great loss. You and I never met, but your story aired years ago on TV and you made a major impression on me. You're a hero and a true American, Mr. Cartier. Ay God be with your loved ones today.
Adina Williams
September 11, 2019
We always feel blessed to have had you dear Jennie and your beautiful family join us upstate, as all those schoolchildren sang with full voice and hearts Jamess favorites from the musical stage. With pureness of spirit and joy for life, each childs every note lifted high to float up to an angel never forgotten named James Marcel Cartier.
Prayers, strength, hope, lightness and always, love,
Adina NYC & Mama Sandi Buffalo
Cathy Cartier
September 12, 2018
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
September 11, 2018
We remember
Hubbel Rickel
September 11, 2018
Another year has come and gone. R.I.P. hero. May God bless and continue to watch over your loved ones today as they get through their day.
Adina Williams
September 10, 2018
Dear Jennie and Cartier Family,
It's in the everyday moments, the in-between moments that can be the most stirring, beautiful and compelling. Again, off to a new adventure, a little hesitant and unsure of myself, I noticed out of the side view a Harley rider. He seemed to accompany my way, we traveling side by side. I seem to recall it was the one sunny day that broke relentless days of rain and I started to smile and my lips said, James. Fearless and feeling lighter, I turned to the biker and gave him a smile and a thumbs up as we cruised the West Side Highway together. He did the same. Gone in a flash, James brought us together, bonded our humanity, if only for a moment, an in-between moment that I still feel.
You are always in our hopes and prayers.
As always, with love,
Adina from Brooklyn and Sandi of Buffalo
Cristy Babcock
September 11, 2017
Thinking of you and your family today. Thoughts and prayers
Maria Ragonese
September 11, 2017
Jennie, Michael & Family ... your sweet brother will always be remembered with our Beautiful Laura and remains in our prayers faithfully. The Ragonese Family sends love, peace and comfort to you on this day and always ✝❤
Adina Williams
September 10, 2017
Dear Jennie and Cartier Family,
James' courage was felt again...just last week. I felt it and so did the man I relayed his story to--a fellow biker. A little wary about a brand new job and community festival to produce, I was caught by my engineer's colleague who cut a rather stark figure--tall, heavily bearded and adorned in a well-worn Harley jacket--who arrived at the crack of dawn to build out the stage for the day's festivities. Throughout the wee hours, he worked nobly in silence, hauling huge platforms to and fro, and with no smile in sight. I finally asked if he was a rider and he responded in the positive. As we were embarking on a new adventure together, James' brave life narrative bonded us--and he began to open up and I noticed compassionate blue eyes, laser-focused on the story of James' selflessness and strength. Needless to say, we both felt empowered all day (and he smiled!).
Blessings to you all.
Always with Love and Peace,
Adina (Harlem) & Sandi (Buffalo)
A Neighbor
October 23, 2016
Never forget. R.I.P.
Maria Ragonese
September 12, 2016
To Jennie & Family:
After all these years I still hold your family dear to my heart. Your brother Michael was one of the first connections I made as he lifted his voice as an advocate for the 9-11 Famillies. Then you and I connected as we prayed for Laura and James who were lost to us that day. God brought us together to finally meet at the We Remember Walk in New York City. Hard to believe we stand on the threshold of 15 years.
Lifting up prayers for James on this anniversary and hoping that you and your family have found peace over the years.
Blessings to you all.
Cathy Cartier
September 11, 2016
Although I did not know you I am sure the world is a darker place to many without you in it. And it is my loss for never having known you. RIP
Marie Starr
September 11, 2016
Thinking of James Marcel Cartier on the 15th anniversary of 9/11.
I never knew James but saw his brother John searching for him in a 9/11 documentary which really touched my heart. James you seemed like such a wonderful, caring, kind young man and I am so very sorry you were taken from your loving Family and the world is such a tragic way. You had such a lovely warm smile and the world needs more people like you. I pray God watches over you and your Family and I know God will reunite you all one beautiful day.
My love and best wishes to John Cartier (you did your brother James, yourself and your Family proud in your relentless search for James) and the Cartier Family
Love and best wishes for strength and peace from England xxx
April 5, 2016
R.I.P.
September 19, 2015
Dear Jennie and Cartier Family,
Thinking of you all and dear James...
You know, sometimes, while riding along on a highway, a street, a back road, whether it is in my hometown, in the Badlands or out of the country, when I'm feeling in a melancholy mood, seemingly out of nowhere yet everywhere a lone biker will come by and look so free and happy. I start to feel such lightness and peace...and I thank James and smile ear to ear.
With Love and Lightness,
Adina and Mama Sandi, NYC and Buffalo
September 11, 2015
My sweet brother, James, you are in my heart every day ...wherever I am ...loving and. missing you. God bless you always.
Love,,
Jenna
VIDAL RIVERA
September 11, 2015
I'm sure he was a GREAT guy !!!!
Marie Starr
September 11, 2015
Thinking of you James and your family on this terrible, terrible day. My heart bleeds for you all, may God bless all of you.
I never knew you but wish I had, you seemed like such a wonderful, truly good person. Your family must be so proud of you. You were helping others, selfless and caring, what a testament to the amazing man you were and the loving upbringing you must have had. God bless you. Love and rememberance from England.
Nick
September 11, 2015
Wishing peace upon the Cartier family today on this sad day.
James was such a great person and had a wonderful soul. We miss him in local 3.
God bless
John Schaefer
September 10, 2015
James the rain doesnt stop.Havent seen you since we were kids but the few times I have seen your mom with my mom in the past few years reminds me why the rain doesnt stop.I miss the little polite kid I grew up with for a bit.Havent seen you since 88 but you are in the heart of mine for life.
Michelle Zayas-Ron
August 26, 2015
James Cartier I remember being a fine boy.. He attended school with my sister Nadelia in Jackson Heights. He was so polite and loving. May he rest in peace such a loving soul! God Bless.
Fern Black
August 25, 2015
Marie
Was just at the 9/11 memorial and was thinking of you
Please give me a call 516 521 9524
A long time friend fern
June 23, 2015
Happy Birthday in heaven.
Dwight Smith
April 20, 2015
To the Cartier family, we have never met, and I did not know James. Yesterday, I was in New York and visited the 9/11 Memorial Museum. I did not have a great deal of time due to my return flight to California. However, I did not want the trip to seem rushed and purposeless. I went to the In Memoriam room and sat in the darkened central area as the names of those we lost were stated one at a time and projected on the wall. i decided I would take a photo of the next name that appeared on the wall so I could later spend some time learning about this individual and his or her story. It was important to me to put a face on this horrible sea of tragedy. The next name that appeared was James Marcel Cartier (photo attached). I returned to California late last night and have spent this morning reading about James and have been incredibly touched by what I've read. He sounds like an amazing man who was loved by a wonderful family. My heart breaks for all of you and what you endure to this day. Your loss is our entire country's loss. I will hold you all in my thoughts and prayers as I continue to learn about James story. Sending best wishes from California.
Marie Starr
September 13, 2014
I have never met James or his family but saw his brother John on tv here in England on 9/11: Ground Zero Underworld.
John described how he searched for James at Ground Zero. It broke my heart and when John said he had always been there for James his whole life but the one time he really needed him he wasn't there I just wanted to get in the tv and hug him.
I'm sure James knew how lucky he was to have you as his brother John and he knew you would do anything for him.
Your family were also so lucky to have had James in your lives. What a wonderful smile he had. I smile every time I see his picture.
I wish I could hug you all and do anything I could to help you through your pain.
I pray God looks after you all and I truly believe you will all be reunited with James and his beautiful smile once again through the power and love of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
I hope you can find comfort in that and you remember all the good times with him.
God bless you all
Love from England
Marie xxx
Adina Williams
September 11, 2014
Dear Jennie and Cartier Family,
By speaking of your dear brother James' warmth of spirit and courage, my work colleague felt inspired to open up and share for the first time her own cousin's strength all those years ago in the adjoining tower. James' story lifted her up. I found myself today also telling a composer about James' unique love of motorcycles--and the Sound of Music. Again...James was the source of her smile. When I shook the hand of the local fire station lieutenant, I mentioned James and he shook my hand tighter and softened his gaze, telling me how he missed his brothers and created a tribute of over 300 flags at the Bronx fire house he served out of 13 years ago. Complete strangers then embraced.
Please know James is never out of sight, mind or heart. Positive, bright energy emanates.
In Peace, Love and Lightness,
Adina NYC and Mama Sandi Buffalo
sue brennan
September 11, 2014
Dear James, happy heavenly 13th anniversary in heaven. I have known your sister, Jennie many many years and I pray that time eases her pain and the pain of your parents and many of your loving siblings. I was at eaglelake this past weekend and saw your touching memorial. God bless you James and you will never be forgotten.
Hubbel Rickel
September 11, 2014
James,
Here we are on another anniversary of the horrendous day. 13 years have come and gone. I have never been prouder of my Country and for Heroes like you and all the others that gave their lives to save others on that horrible day. It was the ultimate sacrifice. I never met you but your display of courage and selflessness comes to mind a lot. What you did for those people on 9/11/01 shows what America is supposed to be about. Thank you and may you rest in peace forever. Today, I pray that your family feels peace and love from those surrounding them.
Kay Riviello
September 11, 2014
Hi James :) I now bow to you as you did to my parents for so many years. Your beauty and elegance and respectful manner was a gift to us all the years we knew you in Jackson Heights. I am so sorry for your family that they do not have you among us. Their pain must be unbearable only comforted by knowing that you are with the Lord and we all be together again!
Jennie Farrell
September 10, 2014
It doesn't get easier James. We miss you so very much. I still have moments when I cannot believe you are gone. But, your family and all those who love you will never allow you to be forgotten. We hold you close in our hearts and live each day for you my sweet brother.
I know you will help us today..the 13th anniversary as you do each and every day. Love you always...we are forever 7.
Jimmie Vazquez
June 16, 2014
I was an Apprentice in LU#3 with James. In fact, I sat right next to him in Electrical Theory since TA1. Seems so long ago, but I remember his laugh, still. He was a real Union Man, and more importantly as class representative, James always carried himself to the highest standard. He stressed the importance of sticking together and getting involved in our Union. I was elected as class rep. after the 9/11 attacks and had to relay to our class that we had potentially lost a Brother of LU3. I remember the day James announced that he got to work at the WTC, and how excited he was to be there. I had the Honor of meeting his family at a service in OL of Fatima, and also had the Honor to sit in their living room and tell his Dad about how much James impacted my life and the lives of every other apprentice in that class. After a while, Mr.Cartier hugged me and I cried some more, and he told me to be strong and thanked me for the time I spent with him. I will Never Forget the friend his son was, and the short time we spent together as Brothers. Truth is, James will always be my BROTHER, and I will never forget him or the Cartier Family. God Bless James and the countless other victims of this tragedy. My deepest sympathies and condolences 12+ years later...
Jimmie V.
Local Union #3
IBEW NYC
Dena Ajamian- DeMita
May 15, 2014
I grew up arond the corner from you and your family on 87st and 30th ave. in Jackson Heights ( I was friends with your sister Michelle). I pray your family is granted with the comfort and strength every day to carry on. May you rest in peace.
My deepest sympathy,
Dena Ajamian- DeMita
Adina Williams
May 15, 2014
Hello Dear Jennie and Cartier Family,
May the opening of the museum today be full of light and healing.
James remains in our hearts and prayers,
Adina (NYC) & Mama Sandi (Buffalo)
September 27, 2013
Dear Jennie and family,
The beautiful children of Cambodia (royal sacred dancers sent here by the Princess and King of their land) on their first trip outside of their village of Angkor, came to Ground Zero and felt so moved that they gave a blessing of peace to all our angels. I met them today and they hope this honors and gives peace to you. I remembered how you told me James loved music and dance. I belive he heard them. With Love, Adina
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=di0JgUXNjpc&feature=youtu.be
September 24, 2013
May Your light shine on. I know it always will as you look over those you love and love you back. RIP
Maria Ragonese
September 17, 2013
Jennie ... Please know I am praying for James during this difficult time of year. I hope you and your family are well, and as always, I wish you all peace. Rest assured James (and our Laura) are with God, doing marvelous works in heaven.
Adina Williams
September 14, 2013
Dear Jennie and Cartier Family,
James is never far from our thoughts. He lives...in the music he loved so much, the absolutely cool rides he handled with such mastery, and most importantly in his profound level of compassion and heroism. In his honor, please know you are always invited to the museum I now work at-full of discovery, dinosaurs and stars. Please stay in touch. May all that is good and peaceful give you ongoing strength during this time and every day.
With Love and Joy for Knowing James Through All of You,
Adina & Mama Sandi (from Harlem & Buffalo)
JohnO
September 13, 2013
Love you James
Still looking for you everywhere
September 13, 2013
God Bless You James miss that 5 mile smile you always had. Working with you at Roosevelt Hospital in New York was fun you made all our jobs easier. It was your attitude, you always made everyone feel that they belong. Every year on September 11 I look at the sky above and I know you have someone in haven with a five mile smile. Miss you old friend
jennie farrell
September 13, 2013
In loving memory of our son and brother, James Marcel Cartier, taken from our family on September 11, 2001. God bless all those innocents killed in that horrific day. May the Almighty Father continue to help us heal and find our way. I love you James.
Jennie Farrell
September 13, 2013
I love you...James . You know what is in my heart.....God bless you my sweet brother.
Sylvia Sosa-Leiva
September 11, 2013
No words can explain wht an impact it made on me as his closet friend since 8th grade n on... Meeting in mikey & tony's driveway while my zio gino was on the walky talky!!!! Lol... U such a BIG BIG part of our family lifes... Tht i still believe tht u r here witg me & wathcing over my husband & my kids!! U show up acsionaly in my witch dreams..lol... N it makes me feel SO good the nxt day... We talk all nite... Thn boommmmm its morning!!!!!! N i look over n ur gone.... But i feel a milliooonnnnnn times bttr... So ty for coming threw wen u kno i needdd u!!!!! Xoxoxo
Kristina Strater
September 11, 2013
I never knew you nor do I know your family but after seeing your story and how your family loves you so, it breaks my heart to know you lost your life. I was only in 8th grade when the attacks on September 11th happened but as the years go by, the events impact me more and more. I understand the full scope of everything now. I I am so sorry that you were taken from this world before your time was up. No one should have made that decision for you. You have unknowingly left a legacy behind, through your family. Rest in peace, James.
Kristen Devlin
September 11, 2013
James - Your friends and family miss you daily! I pray that you are resting peacefully on this 12th anniversary of your tragic passing. God bless you.
Lisa Cartier
September 11, 2013
Love and prayers, now and always. ~?~
Patricia Smith
October 2, 2012
Hello,
I didn't know James or any of the family for that matter, but I watched voices from the towers on tv. I was really moved by the story of how James was more worried about his sister than himself. You all sound like a really loving family and I wish I had the honor to know all of you. James looked like a great guy -- dimples and all. You can't look at that picture and not smile. God bless.
Patty Smith
Lisa Cartier Driver
September 11, 2012
Thoughts and prayers are with the Cartier Family today and always...Never forgotten! ?
Nick
September 11, 2012
To the entire Cartier family-
I am so sorry. Every year as this day passes it reminds me of just how sad and tragic 9-11-01 was. I had the honor of working with James in the last months of his life and I will never forget him. I never have forgotten him. For the longest time I was physically unable to watch anything related to that day but recently I have found the strength to watch some of the documentaries and I saw John and Michele on "Voices from inside the tower"
There was always this part of me that needed to know what James' last minutes where like and the film illustrates just how selfless James was immediately thinking about his sister and not his own safety. James is a true hero.
James and I were apprentices together from 2000-01 and we worked in the World Trade Center together previously in the year 2001. I was 22 and James was 26 so at that time in my life I thought 26 was so old. Now being nearly 34 years old I see just how young 26 years is. Wherever I go, I take a little piece of James with me. I don't think much time ever goes by where I am not talking about the Trade Center and James and how he became a good friend of mine. Our bond at work was unique- being two young guys making little to no money trying to climb our way up the Local 3 ladder. James had such a bright future as an electrician. He was already tremendously skilled in the telephone/data part of the industry and he caught on to the electrical side of it very quickly. The kid was a natural electrician. It's been 11 years to the day that James has passed on and I hope the family has found peace and has been able to live their lives to the fullest. Everyone who knew James loved James. He humored all of us with his funny outrageous stories every morning and had the respect of all the Supervision as well. James was a hard working guy who put his family first, never turned down overtime and even worked at his local deli on weekends. He had goals. He lived and loved. He would of been someone so special and he lost his life to a senseless and horrific tragedy.
I hope James is resting in peace.
We all miss him
Daphne Huggins
September 10, 2012
Hi Patrick:
You have the same smile & dimples as your brother James. Every time I see his picture I think of your smile.
I hope you have had more smiles as time goes by, and fewer reasons for tears. But it's that time of year again - it seems to come so fast doesn't it? I always think about you & your family on this day.
I hope this week is less painful than past years. And I hope all is well with you & yours.
Take care,
Daphne
Eloy Rodriguez
September 10, 2012
I went to school with James, at McClancy High in Jackson Heights. He was definitely someone who I would never forget. My thoughts and prayer go out to his family. May you rest in peace bud.
Michelle Vigil
September 18, 2011
I am so very sorry for your loss,Cartier family! I can't even imagine feeling what you do. Just remember that James is in a much better place with our Lord and Savior. for always and forever in Jesus arms! May GOD bless all of you!
Maria Ragonese
September 13, 2011
James ... Your family and I have been connected since day one which leads me to believe that you and my best friend, Laura are together in heaven. Your family has been a blessing in my life since 9-11 and got me through some very difficult times. I pray for you every day, and ask for God to keep you always.
Paula Belliveau
September 12, 2011
Hello James, Altho we never met, I have heard so many wonderful stories about you. My grandmother was a Cartier and she had one brother. Your aunt Ann was his daughter.
I hope you have found your way and met my grandmother, Elizabeth, she was a wonderful person and would take very good care of you.
Love & Prayer's going your way, Paula
Susan Corette
September 12, 2011
Although we never met, I can feel all the love around you .I saw you on TV , and I cried. I wish I would of met you . My love and support to your family .
Sarrita Montalvo
September 12, 2011
I goto Monarch high school in coconut creek florida,
Today we were assigned random people that were killed in the 9/11 attacks.
i was assigned James. From what Ive learned about him he was a hard working and honest ma.
Im sorry for the loss of him and god bless his family and loved ones.
Frank Colcol
September 11, 2011
10 Years has passed and I still remember working with you at St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital. You always had me laughing all the time. Miss your smile. God Bless
Hubbel Rickel
September 10, 2011
Dear James,
I am sitting here watching your story on TV. I hope you have found your way home. May God bless your family during this 10th Anniversary of the WTC Tragedy.
Kristen Devlin
September 10, 2011
Keep smiling in heaven, James. You are gone, but will never be forgotten.
Nancy and Pasquale Santamarina
July 22, 2011
Dear James,
On September 11, 2011 I will proudly fly my flag with the NY Skyline with the WTC on it in your honor. I have been signing your book for 10 years and as always will never forget you. I lost my brother in law recently to sickness from the WTC and I will do this for both of you. I hope that you have finally found your way home and are at rest.
May 8, 2011
Dear James,
I pray that you are at peace. Surrounded and embraced by God's eternal love. Nothing has changed for us but the relief that we feel knowing that justice has been served helps. I know that you must be so proud of John...of all of your family. We are forever proud of you my brother and we miss you so very much. God Bless you my sweet, sweet brother.
Love you always.
Nancy Santamarina
September 13, 2010
You maybe gone James, but there are plenty of people who hold you dearly in their hearts and minds. May you rest in peace and continue to watch over us.
Jan Boyce
September 11, 2010
The memory of that day is still vivid to me - and I live in London, England.
Thinking of the families.....
The Ragonese Family
September 11, 2010
We hold James in our prayers today as closely as we hold our own sweet Laura. We wish all his family peace today and always.
Me
September 3, 2010
Dear James,
Thinking about you...missing you every day...loving you....life just isn't the same.
Uwe Taennler
May 11, 2010
Rest in Peace
Paula Belliveau
September 24, 2009
My dear James, Someday I will meet you and say "hi! I have heard so many wonderful things about you and I can see it in your face. I am your father's cousin, Paula Belliveau and everyone misses you on earth." Now if I can wait in line that long to say this I may ask you for a bottle of water........that is how you will know me. In the meantime, take care, you are missed too much.
Patty Whitehouse
September 10, 2009
Hey James, just thinking about you and I wanted you to introduce yourself to my mom. She is good people as are you. Be good. I am keeping an eye on Mike , Michelle and the kids :)
Alexa Arroyo
July 21, 2009
James,
You, Michael, and your family will forever be in my prayers. I still miss your dimples and the way Michael's face lit up whenever you were around.
In my heart always,
Alexa
June 23, 2009
Dear James,
Wishing you a Happy Birthday in Heaven...I miss you every much. May God Bless you and Keep you close to him and fill you with his love.
Loving you everday...
Doug Abraham
June 22, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
June 22, 2009
Happy Birthday in heaven ! You will never be forgotten.
Rosa Anthony
December 29, 2008
I just read the tributes that were written here. i learned that James called his brother to come and get his sister, how sweet and thoughtful this young man was . i wish i had known this wonderful young man. he is truly a saint and although i didn't know him , i'm certain he was a blessing to all who did. may he rest in peace.
Grace Ann Buonocore-Mitchell
September 11, 2008
Dear James
Just thinking about you as I have done every year.Your smile, those dimples and your laughter. Thank you for being there for grandpa when he called you for a favor. You were a great friend to my brother and like part of our family. I'd like to think that you and my grandfather are hanging out in heaven looking after all of us down here on earth. God takes the good ones! Miss you. You will always be in my heart and my prayers. I am honored to have known such a wonderful kid grow up to be a great man.
Always in my prayers,
michele melchiorre
September 6, 2008
dear james,i came across your name in disbelief,i will include you in my prayers every day and for your family i am so sorry for this loss i do remember you . may your family be comforted by the grace of thier faith.to john cartier i am so sorry for your loss i will always remember james.my heart cries for your family i know how much they always meant to you
Nancy Santamarina
September 3, 2008
Dear James,
Happy Birthday in heaven. As 9/11 approaches I only saw it fit to write to you and to let your family know that you are in our hearts and minds. My flag flies for you and the candle I burn is in the loving memory of you. May God keep you in his sight and someday may you and everyone find peace.
You are in our hearts every waking moment,
Nancy and Pasquale Santamarina
Jennie Farrell
June 23, 2008
My Dear Sweet Brother,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. We miss you so very much...words can never truly express just how much. We spent the day together...loving you and missing you...I still can't believe it.
Love you.
Safely Home
Michael Iezzi
June 23, 2008
James,
Happy Belated Birthday in Heaven. May God hold you in the palm of His hand. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Doug Abraham
June 22, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
Nancy and Pat Santamarina
September 11, 2007
James
It has been six years since I first signed your memorial book and from just looking at your picture I can see how much joy and happiness you have brought and will always bring to this world. There is a candle that will always burn in our home for you and "you maybe gone, but you will never be forgotten". May you go to the light and may you rest in peace.
July 21, 2007
Dear James,
It was a wonderful day to see so many people gathered together to remember you. I know you must be so happy. Especially, to see the fine young man who received the scholarship in your name. We love you James and we miss you so very much. You are in our hearts each and everyday. God Bless you, our sweet, sweet James.
Love you always.
Doug Abraham
June 22, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Tommy Golding
February 23, 2007
I came across this link while searching for my nephew's obituary on Legacy.com. My nephew was taken from us just 5 days ago at the age of 21. Sometimes we say "it's not fair", but we have to believe that God has a plan. May God Bless You.
Tommy Golding
2nd Vice President
Local 3 Motorcycle Club
Nancy and Pasquale Santamarina
February 19, 2007
Dear James,
Your life is still burning in the eternal candle that will always burn for you in our home. You maybe gone but never forgotten.
Kristine
October 19, 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.
Maria Ragonese
October 9, 2006
James:
We remember you whenever we remember our sweet Laura who was also lost on that day. You will forever be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Always ... The Ragonese Family
Molly Casas
September 13, 2006
James
You will always be in my heart. God bless you
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