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Joseph Della Pietra Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 13, 2001.

Joseph Della Pietra, 24, of New York City, an employee of Cantor Fitzgerald.

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Tiktok Bec

September 14, 2024

I landed here after a tiktok from a former co-worker of Joes and just wanted to share that he´s now in many more hearts and thoughts. Illy shared a story that brought her memory to life and painted a delightful picture of a good, kind, stand up, and fun guy that we´d all have been lucky to hang out with after work. I hope memories of him coming to light after all these years can be seen as a blessing.

Che' Spesaison

September 1, 2024

Almost 23 years now and I think about you every day. I miss you Joe.

Che'

Thomas Cannon

March 29, 2023

Happy Birthday! Thinking of you!

NAA

February 22, 2022

My deepest condolences to your family. I learned of Joey´s death while looking up his big brother whom i went to school with but didnt know well. Read all the messages here and wanted everyone who wrote them to know they are being read and his soul is kept alive in them. I am so very sorry for the loss of your son, brother, cousin, friend, loved one. May God be with you all.

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Cindy Roe

September 7, 2021

Remembering Joseph on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...

Chani & Simon Friedman

March 31, 2020

Joey, its almost your birthday. You brightened the world for 24 years and then left a dark hollow. But light prevails and we remember those sparkling moments when we think of you.

We were next door neighbors on E 19th Street. We adored your family and grandmom.
You were charming, helpful, sensitive, and just adorable.

I'd love to get in touch with the family; can someone from the family contact me?

A.L.

October 4, 2019

My sincere condolences to your loved ones, Joseph. Rest in wonderful peace.

Monica

September 17, 2016

Sending love and light to you and all of your family members. We went to high school and college together, and every fall I am reminded of how you were gone too soon. Our few exchanges were delightful and I have a distinct memory of laughing with you and a few of our friends right outside of campus, about nothing in particular, but you left an imprint of joy after speaking with us that day.

May you rest in peace.

Linda Clayton

September 10, 2016

On this 15th anniversary of 911 I want you to know I am thinking of your love one. Each year since 911 I wear a bracelet with Joe's name on it. I hope his family is doing well and that you know Joe is not forgotten. God's blessings on you.

Linda Clayton

September 10 2016

David Miller

December 26, 2015

This is David Miller. I went to Cunningham JHS with Joseph. We were in the same class growing up. Always a friendly guy, but most importantly, everyone's friend. RIP in heaven.....we will all see each other soon there one day

December 22, 2015

I have a picture of you from what seems like a million years ago. We were all together, having fun and dancing without a care in the world. You touched so many, without you even knowing. I can still see your face like it was yesterday. You touched my heart and will always be a part of it.

March 5, 2015

Hi Joe,
Just thinking about you and missing you.

September 11, 2014

Joe, you are always in my thoughts...
Love,
Sandi

April 7, 2014

You are always in my thoughts...SM

April 7, 2014

A lot of time has passed and I think of Joe often. We worked together at Cantor Fitzgerald and we were good friends. We spent many nights out together and shared a lot of dreams. Joe, you are dearly missed. I will never forget our last conversation on that dreadful day. I will always miss you. Sandi

Peter Della Pietra

March 31, 2014

Happy Birthday Joe.

December 31, 2013

Every time I catch all the green lights on the west side highway, I think of you and smile. I miss you. I miss you so much. Please watch over me and guide me so I can finally have what I wish for. You know exactly what I'm talking about. Remind me that it's worth struggling for. You are always in my heart.

December 2, 2013

Joey, I know you see where I am and what I am doing. I know you think I am crazy for what I am doing. But I do know that if you were here with me we would be having the greatest time and you would be stuffing your face. So many years have past, so many things have changed, so many things have come and gone. As hard as it is to admit, hardly a day goes by that I don't think of you. I get a bit of a smile thinking of you because we had nothing but fun. Then, I get sad that you are not here with me. That I can't tell you stories and that I can't tell you how lucky I was to have known you and been able to spend so much time with you. They say time heals all wounds, I beg to differ. My heart is still broken. I know you know I think about you but wanted to say it any way. I know you know I miss you and hate to admit it. I can't imagine what kind of man you would be today. My guess is probably the same but a bit older. I can find some solace in that. Take care Joey and keep watching out over your sister and mom. I know they have been strong because you are in their hearts. Always thinking of you and you will always be my younger brother. Take care, be good, The Farmer

Peter Della Pietra

September 11, 2013

Joe
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Luke asked me last week to see your picture. I showed him and then he said my middle name is Joseph like your cousin . I said that is who you are named after . Guess now that he is 9 he is realizing who he was named after .
Love you Joe
Peter Michael

Linda Clayton

April 2, 2013

I think of Joseph often and especially on 911 when I wear a bracelet with his name on it. Now I will remember him on his birthday since that is my son's birthday. God's Blessings on you, Linda Clayton

Peter Michael

March 31, 2013

Happy Birthday Joe

March 31, 2013

Happy Birthday Joe

Peter Della Pietra

September 21, 2012

Joe , I got your message . Thank you

Love you cuz
Peter Michael

Judith Carlone

September 12, 2012

To the Della Pietra family, I just found out about Joseph... I recgonized his name while watching this years memorial service. I am so sorry for your loss... Please accept my deepest sympathy.. I was at your house in Brooklyn a long time ago, took pictures with Sandra,Joseph and Chris.I was a singer that worked with August..I don't know if you remember me,,, Judy Briggs. May God Bless you all and comfort you and may Joseph Rest in Peace.

April 29, 2012

Peter DellaPietra

March 31, 2012

Happy Birthday Joe. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you. Miss you

September 11, 2011

I still live around the block from where joe grew up on 19th street. We went to elementary school and junior high together. He was a nice kid. He stayed out of trouble
and always did the right thing.
When I found out he was gone
it saddened me. Today is the 10th anniversary from when
many lives were taken away unfairly. Joe you are in my
thoughts today. My prayers go
out to your family and friends.

Che' Spesaison

September 10, 2011

Hello my cousin. Ten years has passed and not a day passes that I don't think of you.We all miss you so much. Thank you for my gift which I know you made sure happened. I love you past, present and future.
Love,
Che'

Lauren Mancuso-Lattinelli

September 10, 2011

Joe, you would have been so happy to see all of us together the other night. We came together to celebrate you, to remember you. You were the link that kept us all together..it hasnt been easy over the years to keep the group together, but we are trying and your memory inspires us.
You would be so proud of your sister and your mom...they are the strongest women i have ever known and i know you protect them everyday. It doesn't seem like its been 10 years since you left us, but then again it feels like eternity since i last heard your voice. I still know exactly how it sounds and i still see that big smile of yours bright as day. You were like a big brother too me, always looking out for me..that can never be forgotten.
I love you and miss you
-Lauren

Linda Clayton

August 8, 2011

I live in Jackson,Tennessee and since the day after 9-11 I have worn a silver bracelet with Joseph name on it. Our city did this as a fund raiser. You could choose any name and I chose Joseph name because my bother knows his brother. I pray for his family as the 10th anniversary draws near. Linda

August 6, 2011

I've had a lot of friendships since you left this earth but none have been or will be like the friendship we shared. I don't know the exact reasoning and I don't wonder why. I wonder what life would've been with you around. I still think you will be walking through that door any moment. A "great" friend is not enough- you were my family and I miss you every damn day man.

May 4, 2011

For us, Joey, it's just another day. Another day without you. It doesn't bring you home. It doesn't mean I no longer miss you. It's just another day of me missing and loving my boy.

xo
Lisa

April 1, 2011

People often ask me why my heart is so big. So, I tell them. I tell them when Joey left this earth, he gave me his.
And as sure as the sun will rise, I will keep it safe for the rest of my life.

I toasted you tonight. And, I celebrated your life. Happy birthday, Joey.

I love you. I miss you.

Lisa

March 31, 2011

JOE
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CUZ.MISS YOU.

PETER MICHAEL

March 19, 2011

JOE HAPPY ST.JOSEPHS DAY.

February 26, 2011

I've been thinking about you a lot this week. It's during these difficult weeks when I wish I could pick up the phone and talk to you because you always knew how to make me feel better. I miss you so much. Xo

January 15, 2011

I miss you. xoxo

October 23, 2010

Joe,
You are never too far from my thoughts but tonight I just really miss you.
xoxo
-EA

September 13, 2010

My Joey,

You shine brightest when I'm at my darkest.
I love you so much. And, I miss you.

Lisa

leyla calabretta

September 12, 2010

Although we were never close friends I think of you at this time every year since that day. We shared an interesting time in our lives in junior high school. Sort of our "wonder years" I guess. Sending love and peace to your family.

Linda Clayton

September 11, 2010

MY heart is very sad today as we remember 9/11. I chose Joe's name to be engraved on a silver bracelet and I wear it every 9/11. I pray you and your family are doing great and know that you are in our prayers.I chose Joe's name because you know my brother Larry McGee. Take care and know he is not forgotten.

September 11, 2010

Joe, I left some flowers and a note for you at ZBT today. I just had to go back to where we spent so much time together, to the place where the person who took care of me through high school and college always made me feel I could go. I miss you more than I could ever say. You were the closest thing to a big brother I ever had, and will ever have. My heart hurts, I miss your voice and your laugh and your smile. But what you gave me in life, and which I carry with me everyday, makes me smile inside because I know you are still watching out for all of us. I love you.

E.

September 11, 2010

My friend... my heart... and so much more. Joe your are missed today and everyday.

September 8, 2010

This evening I was walking home, I looked up, and the memorial lights were on-shining brightly during a crisp fall night in NYC. You would love the weather right now. It reminded me of the many nights we would run to L&B for some pizza and spumoni. I know you are watching over me, your family and friends, protecting all of us, but around this time of the year, it is so hard to accept that you are not here. I miss you more than words can express.

September 6, 2010

9/11 is only five days away and it never gets any easier brother. I was driving through Bay Ridge the other day thinking about when we used to set off the fireworks at weddings from Mr. Basso's. And the 2000 Mets/Yankees World Series at 101. So many memories were made and so many could've been made. I miss you man...9 years later and it still hurts kid.
Love you bro-
Keith

August 14, 2010

As I sit here, I realize why it is I can't fall to sleep. You. In less than one month, I will be paralyzed in thought...reminded of that day nine years ago, that changed our world and ended your life. Still, nine years later, the thought reduces me to uncontrollable sobs and tears. And, the only thing that consoles me, is the memory of your smile.

And, time passes.

I love you and I miss you.
Lisa

July 14, 2010

I went to the WTC the other night...to sit with you for a while. And that night, I had that dream of you. And now, it all makes sense. So, again, you made me smile. I just wish you were here to smile with me. I miss you, Joey. I miss you every single day.

By the way, I had a Black last night. I toasted to my favorite man. You.

All my love,
Lisa

April 28, 2010

Just missing you...and loving you.
And, wishing you were here. As more and more days pass, I realize the only thing missing in my life is you, Joey. Only and always you.

I love you,
Lisa

April 2, 2010

Ali Wojtusiak

April 1, 2010

Dear Joe
I always remember you with a smile on your face... you are missed and are loved by so many.. god be with you and all the other angels..
Ali

Orlando Bishop

April 1, 2010

Dear Joe,

I got a special kick out of coaching you after knowing your brother and sister when I was a student at Poly. I see this page and am struck by the impact you had in so few years. I guess we should measure our lives in terms of quality not quantity. And you, my friend, obviously lived a full life.

Orlando (aka Mr. Bishop)

DENISE LA PLACE

April 1, 2010

Dear Joe,

I had the pleasure of meeting you through your sister, Lisa...what an inspiration she is, and I am quite certain you were and would continue to be as well... Rest In Eternal Peace...Now you are our Angel up there taking care of us down here...God Bless you and Lisa and your Mom as well.

Denise La Place

Adam Dresher

April 1, 2010

Joe,

I cannot believe how long it has been. A day does not pass I do not think of you. You will always be loved and missed! Happy Birthday!

Adam Dresher

April 1, 2010

People who never met you celebrated your life yesterday, Joey. It amazes me that people who never had the honor and privilege to meet you, miss you.

I spent so many hours yesterday wondering what you would have been like at 33, and as I write this, I cry at the thought that I know you would have been all that more wonderful than when you were 24.

I love you and happy birthday,
Lisa

March 31, 2010

MARCH 31.2010
Joe I just want to wish you a happy birthday.Not a day goes by that I dont think of you.
PETER MICHAEL

February 25, 2010

So the other night as I was driving home, I stopped by the WTC for a while. It still amazes me that almost ten years have passed. Ten years. That's a long time. Somehow, it still feels like yesterday. It was strange to be at the site with all the construction, but somehow late in the night, it was quiet...almost peaceful.

I miss you, Joey. I really miss you.

Love,
Lisa

Dusty DeStefano

February 17, 2010

Joey D.

Sorry its been awhile but you have not been far from my thoughts. It seems like it was just yesterday when you threw ice tea in my face at the dinner table just for laughing at you. That was the first time I ate dinner at your house. It was then I knew that this kid had a fire and passion. It was great when Chris and I would mess with you but the older and bigger you got, we knew we couldnt pull those stunts anymore. I have so many great memories with you and your family and although we are not blood related I always felt like part of the family. take care my brother, and know you have made a positive impact on me and help me to stay focused and motivated when life seems to beat you down.

Thanks, Love D-Ball

February 16, 2010

Joe,
I've been thinking about you a lot and wish I could just pick up the phone and talk to you. You know why I'm writing and I'm asking you to point me in the right direction. I wish there was a way for you to tell me that everything will be okay. I miss you. Love you always.

November 6, 2009

Joe,
The Yankees are World Champions! I know you were looking down from heaven and loving every second of the series. This week has been sad and I hope that you, God, and my other loved ones will give me the strength to know that all will be okay. I miss you more than you know.
xoxoxoxox

November 4, 2009

Some days are worse than others...some seasons are harder than others, and some days I hurt with no limitations. I'm pretty sure that you're tired of listening to me, Joey. These last few weeks have been filled with that numbing pain. I know you're there to guide me, to listen to me, and just hear me. You have always been that constant I need. Days like these, I miss you more than ever and I pray you give me the same amount of strength you would if you were sitting here beside me.

I love you,
Lisa

EAG

September 11, 2009

Joe,
You were one of a kind...
Miss'ya

September 11, 2009

Joseph,
It has been 8 years since you have been gone and we all still cry. We miss you terribly. Not a day goes by that we all don't think of you and talk to you. Please look after all of us and make us stronger and always remember how much we love you.

Che'

September 11, 2009

JOE I CAN'T BELIEVE IT HAS BEEN 8 YEARS ALREADY NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT I DON'T THINK OF YOU.I KNOW YOU HAVE BEEN WATCHING LUKE SWING THAT BAT.I AM HOPING HE WILL CARRY ON THE DELLAPIETRA TRADITION AT POLY. LOVE PETER MICHAEL

September 11, 2009

Lisa our thoughts have been with you for days. I am certain that Joey is with you in all the phases of your life. Continue to do good in his honor, you are a special person. We are so happy to know you. Love Todd and Paula

September 11, 2009

I can't believe that it is 8 years. I think of you often and smile... how lucky I was to have you in my life.
RIP my special friend. I will love you always.

September 9, 2009

I cannot believe that 8 years have passed since I've heard your laugh and have seen your smile and I still cannot believe you are not here. I really cannot accept your passing. It's such an aching pain. I've tried to describe it, even to myself, and I still cannot find the thoughts...the words to explain it.

You were always right here for me and even though I keep you with me, I miss you. I'm sure you know just how much, Joey.

I love you.
Lisa

Keli

September 8, 2009

Joey,

I love you & I miss you...I think of you always but especially now....you are so terribly missed.

oxoxo
Keli

September 4, 2009

Joey,

These first few Fall-like mornings are so hard. And, they came so early this year. I used to love waking to that first day when you knew the summer was ending and the new season was just starting. And now, all I think is it's the time of year I lost you. Now, it's the time of year when one life ended and another began.

Today is a week before everything changed 8 years ago. And all I do is think back to that week leading up to 9/11 and cry.

I miss you terribly every day, Joey, but this week is unbearable. The pain takes my breath away.

I will do all that I can to focus on all the good but I can't help but resort back to reliving those last days with you in my life.

So, be patient this week. And, as always, know I love and miss you today as much as I did on 9/11.

Lisa

Keith Striano

September 3, 2009

9/11 is next week and I think writing this week will be somewhat easier, but who am I kidding? Someone I hadn't seen in years asked about you the other day- they had no idea. I talked about you as if you were standing right next to me. I'll be making my way downtown on 9/11. You're thought of everyday bro and from time to time, I still think I see you walking down the street, running the bases, driving a car or just hanging out on the terrace. Miss you brother.

Keith Striano

March 31, 2009

Happy Birthday brother.

PETER DELLAPIETRA

March 31, 2009

MARCH 31,2009
JOE JUST WANTED TO WISH YOU A HAPPY BDAY.MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU.
PETER MICHAEL

Doug Abraham

March 31, 2009

Happy Birthday!!!

March 16, 2009

It's been a while since I've written but not a day...an hour..a minute goes by that I don't think about you. I never thought it would be possible to miss someone as much as I miss you, but I never thought I would have to miss you...because you were always supposed to be with me everywhere I was, and everywhere I went. No one but you knows the unbearable pain I suffer everyday...missing you was something I never imagined. And, I keep you with me every moment of every day, Joey.

I still just want all of you...and all I have is a part of you.

I love you,
Lisa

January 17, 2009

Joey... I love you so much and miss you terribly. How I wish I could see that smile just one more time.

I love you,
Lisa

January 16, 2009

Joey, i wish i had met you. I know we would have had a great time. i am glad to have met Lisa, she ALWAYS speaks of you.....ALWAYS!!!!

Rocco Liggieri

January 7, 2009

It's been so long my brother. I was watching my wedding video the other day and there you were, just as I will always remember you. As you know, I miss you profoundly, but we have spoken about this before. I will never forget what was taken from us all on 09/11. Still, I will always wonder what was taken from you. What could have been. We had big plans. Unfortunately they were cut short. I will speak to you soon. I love you.

I would like to thank everyone for their beautiful messages on this shrine.

January 3, 2009

Dennis Lombardi

December 31, 2008

Seven years since and I have never known that Joseph Della Pietra had perished in the WTC till this year. I saw the name and couldn't believe it. I have not seen joey since I was probally 10 years old. We met in a pre school called montasouri in brooklyn. He became one of my best childhood friends. I lived in sheepshead bay and he lived in bay ridge. My mother would take me to his house and we would hang out and play atari. Sometimes we'd watch his brother play football although I have no idea what school it was, I was young. I remember I used to have a crush on his sister(I was like seven). Our parents used to drive us back and forth to each others neighborhood and we would hang out. As it goes we slowly drifted apart, he had his neighborhood friends and I had mine, until we stopped visiting each other. Like I said i was probally 10. Last I herd he was in polyprep and was excellent in sports. I think I saw it in the paper a long time ago. I was at the WTC the day this happened. I am in the military and was called there that day and did not leave till january. I saw alot of pain there and experienced it. I am terribly sorry for the loss of Joe. My heart and prayers go out to his family. I'm sure the would is less of a place without him. The other day I was looking in a photo album my mother had and there was a picture of us. Well, it was of me him and this kid billy. It was a haloween party in the pre school and we were dressed up. He was a clown, I was a pirate, and the kid billy was a business man. I had to laugh. I wish I could post the picture, we had to be like 5 years old. I will make sure I never lose that picture. Again, my deepest sorrow for his loss and I'll keep his family in my thoughts and prayers. Thanks for all the memories Joe.

November 29, 2008

I love you, Joey...and miss you terribly.
I don't know what that dream meant, but thanks for visiting me.

PETER DELLA PIETRA

November 27, 2008

HEY JOE, JUST WANTED TO WISH YOU A HAPPY THANKSGIVING.TELL GRANDMA AND GRANDPA THE SAME.
LOVE PETER

Che Spesaison

September 17, 2008

Hey you,

Been thinking about u alot lately. I miss u.

Ladybugs forever,

PETER DELLAPIETRA

September 11, 2008

JOE CANT BELIEVE ITS BEEN 7 YEARS.NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT I DONT THINK ABOUT YOU.LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU

PETER

Keith

August 20, 2008

It was nice having lunch with you the other day. I broke out the chair, had a hero and an iced tea. The weather was nice too. Remember when you bartended at Indigo in the city and we basically took over the place? Good times...I can't believe it's been almost 8 years. I still feel you will show up unexpectantly like nothing ever happened and say "COME ON, I was away for a while! Let's go out." It's very difficult to explain to people what I am feeling when they never experienced something like this. One day I want to print out these writings and make a diary/journal in your honor. By the way, I took #10 for my softball team. You better bring me some luck! I have to ask, why #10? Either way, I'll wear it proud. I'll be out for lunch again soon kid. Later bro.

Keli

July 15, 2008

Joey,

It's been so long since I've written, I'm sorry. I have NOT spent a day without regretting the loss of you since the day it became. I hope you and my sister are sharing your beautiful spirits and watching over us while we try to go on in this life without you. Just wanted to take a second out of my ridiculously crazy life to say I miss you and I love you still - no chance that will ever change whether it is written or not. Ladybugs and butterflies!
oxxoxo

Keith

May 7, 2008

...if TEARS could build a stairwell and memories were a LANE, I'd walk right up to HEAVEN and bring you HOME again...

Some days are easy, most are hard. There's a little 9/11 in my everyday. I don't know where to begin; just that you're thought of everyday and missed tremendously.

We played baseball in little league and dominated and were on the same team together 20 years later playing softball and had back-to-back homeruns...memories bro...that's what I got now to keep your soul alive.

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