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Kathy Dawson Knight
September 11, 2021
Thinking of you Patrick - what a great tribute for you and your family today at Penn State. You are smiling I know. You were great man among boys when I knew you at college - our Chi O man! Passionate about your college, fiercely loyal to your friends and a legacy to those who knew you.
Angela Centeno
September 11, 2021
Dear Family of Patrick,
On September 11, 2001 I was engaged to be married and working in Chicago. A few days, or perhaps weeks later, I went to noon mass at Holy Name Cathedral. As mass ended, Father shared that he had the names of those lost on 9/11 on strips of paper at the altar, and invited the congregation to come up, take a name and pray for that person and their family. I will never forget the looks on people's faces, nor how I felt, as we walked up, took our name, and left the Cathedral. Today, as I was watching the coverage of the 20 year anniversary I heard the name Patrick Thomas Dwyer, which was the name handed to me on a blue piece of paper 20 years ago. I continue to pray for you all. God bless.
Maria-Teresa Perez
September 11, 2021
À toi mon ami Patrick, sois béni dans la Lumière et l’amour de Dieu. Tu es toujours dans mon cur et dans mes prières. ❤❤
Rayna
September 11, 2021
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Maria-Teresa Perez
September 10, 2021
Toujours dans mon cur pour l’éternité, tu es dans la Lumière.
Albert Henske
September 10, 2021
How I remember the years we commuted together and transfering at Huntington each day. I enjoyed being the "Old Man" with the three of you Pat, Bob H, Bob D. like it was yesterday. Looking forward to seeing you in Heaven.
Tom Henske
Cindy Roe
September 9, 2021
Remembering Patrick on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Maria-Teresa Perez
November 2, 2016
Patrick sois dans la Lumière et dans l'Amour de Dieu.
Tu seras toujours dans mes prières.
Veille sur ta famille comme tu l'as toujours fait.
Maria-Teresa Perez
November 2, 2016
Repose en paix, tu es dans la Lumière maintenant, de là-haut veille sur ta famille, tu seras toujours dans mes pensées
Aileen and Chris Johanson
September 11, 2016
We miss you Pat
Rayna
September 11, 2015
I knew Patrick since elementary school. When I heard his life was taken on 9/11 , it broke my heart. He was always such a nice person and kind to everyone. I have thought about him and the loss to his family every anniversary of 9/11. May his family find peace and let his soul rest in peace.
Bryan "Woody" Jenner
September 11, 2014
Missing and reflecting about our days with the LI Kingsmen. God Bless you Patrick and blessings to your family.
Susan Perfect
September 10, 2014
13 years.......we will never forget!
Marie
September 5, 2014
I was raised in Smithtown, and attended high school with Patrick at Smithtown West. He was a the gorgeous jock who sat behind me in English class. He was intelligent, funny and very kind to everyone. He was also my high school crush. Patrick was just one of those people that radiated "that light of life" and it drew everyone towards him. He is cherished and missed, and my thought and prayers are with you and your family. Rest in Peace.
Peter Dresser
September 20, 2013
Just returned from NY where we were lucky enough to spend our 30th wedding anniversary. We spent some sombre reflective time at the memorial gardens as my wife and I had been due to fly to NY three days after 9/11 but never got there.
For whatever reason both of us separately took pictures of Patricks name whilst at the memorials and so I felt compelled to put a face to the name.
There are just so many names and behind each lies a tragedy for all those that loved and knew those people.
We send our most heartfelt condolences to all of the victims loved ones and friends, but especially to Patrick's family and friends.
Stay strong and remember the times you shared, nobody can ever take that away from you.
Our love and best wishes
Karen & Pete
September 12, 2013
I think of you so often especially when I'm on the LIRR. Said prayers for you and your family at the memorial service I attended last night. Thought about the crossword puzzle you were doing that morning and our last dialogue as we got off the train in Penn Station. I enjoyed each morning for six years talking sports and current events. You were like my own son being a jock and the same age as my him. I will never forget!
Tom Henske, retired
Lauren Araneo
September 11, 2013
Thinking of you today Joann, Brendan and Sarah! My thoughts and prayers are always with you and hope you are enjoying your new home. Jack misses you Sarah! Love, The Araneo's (Lauren & Joe) Jack & Alec
September 11, 2012
It's been 11 years since you left us all Patrick. My childhood with the LI Kingsmen, and spending it with you, Eddie and Erin was enriched by your presence. God Bless you my friend.
Sydney
September 29, 2011
We are planting irises for all the 9/11 victims. We have prayed for all the familes that have lost loved ones. Here at our school we have held a balloon release for the 10th aniversary. My step dad, Chris, spent a year in Iraq for 9/11. He is leaving for Afganistan soon. We pray for the families every night. Our school has been doing a lot of things in memory of the victims of 9/11. You are in my prayers.
william selby
September 18, 2011
The name of your loved one is featured in my video (A Visit to the WTC MEMORIAL). I thought you might want to take a look. It's a peaceful tribute to those who lost their lives that day. Thank you and God Bless...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKA1VZsU7Jw
kcin oicruc
September 12, 2011
Sounded like a great man. god bless you, and your family
Ruth McDonald
September 11, 2011
September 2011
I worked with Patrick's Mother and always remember her speaking of her Patrick with Great Love. My Heart goes out to his mother Joan and his father and siblings. Much Love and I Pray That He Rest in Peace
Ruth McDonald and Family
Steve Aronson
September 11, 2011
My prayers go out to Patrick's family and the Dwyers from a fellow Kingsmen. I had the pleasure of marching with Patrick in the Kingsmen drumline during the late 70's and 1980. I'm sure the rest of us who marched with Patrick will remember him as a great drummer and a great person to know.
September 11, 2011
Thinking of Patrick and the Dwyer family with affection on this sad day.
Marisa Mandracchia
Turney Duff
September 11, 2011
Much Love...
Paul Dwyer
September 11, 2011
Never forgotten
Daniel
September 11, 2011
Patrick was my cousin. I remember when I was young going to his house and sitting on the couch and just talking with him. I was so young at that age I was probably just rambling on about nothing, but he sat there. Patrick was one of the greatest men who has ever lived. And I miss him to this day.
Bryan "Woody" Jenner
September 10, 2011
I had the pleasure of marching in the Long Island Kingsmen with Patrick, his brother Eddie and his sister Erin. Patrick was the nicest person and a good friend. I miss him and wish him God's blessings. I pray you have found everlasting peace.
Kim T
September 9, 2011
I grew up in Smithtown and attended High School West along with Pat. He was a senior when I was a freshman. He didn't know me, but I knew him. He was the cute boy that had a gentle smile and sunshine surrounding him. He was the boy all the girls had a crush on, but he wasn't arrogant and he was known for being a nice person. We probably passed in the hallways a few times, but it says a lot that I have a clear memory of his smile. When I saw the picture in Newsday, I hung it up in my classroom and told my students about him (I am a high school teacher). I told them that life is fragile--and that what matters most is how we treat others. In the end, that is our legacy. So, I remember your son, your brother, your husband, your father and your friend as a warm human being who will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Susan Perfect
September 9, 2011
10 years---we will never forget!
Gavin Archibald
September 8, 2011
I never had the honor of meeting Patrick Dwyer. In the last three years of knowing his great sister Erin, now my partner for life, I have heard many stories about him from her and her family. God Bless You Patrick and all the Great Dwyer Family.
A.Thomas Henske
September 2, 2011
I think of you often, Pat, having commuted with you for so long. I'd alway look to see when I got on in Northport and stood opposite you in the doorway that made the transfer at Huntington much easier. I sat with you and the our other four buddies into NY, as the old man of the group. I remember our last conversation when you were doing your crossword puzzle. You asked "What was the name of the movie with John Wayne down on the Rio Grand". As we arrived in Penn Station the morning of September 11, 2001, I turned to you and said "Give 'em hell, Patty! The days and years of missing your upbeat personally and smile has confirmed how beautiful human beings can be. The tenth anniversary is next week and to this very day I miss you big guy. Tom
August 17, 2011
Pat was the first person to make eye contact when I got on the bus. It was our first day of school ever; September 1969. This is what came to mind when I heard. Great guy.....
Robert Simeti
May 24, 2011
Pat, I'm going to make you proud. I earned an award in your name from Smithtown during my senior year in 2007..I just graduated Sunday from Fairfield U and planned on doing institutional trading since I entered college..Your award will always be on my desk, and will always be the driver behind my success..You are a hero to me, and even though I never met you, you hold a special place in my heart. I will follow in your footsteps, as you had a reputation of being the best at your job, I won't let you down.. God bless your family.
Katie Elisabeth
February 18, 2011
Patrick is my cousin. I have to be concise because I remember very little about my cousin. I do know that I love and miss him so much.
Nathan Yacos
January 27, 2011
Patrick and I attended the same High School in 1982, Smithtown High School West. We had brief conversations in the hallway and in classes with Pat.
Patrick seemed to approach life with an easy smile, and was just plain friendly. Smart guy with a quite relaxed sense of confidence. Ironically, this stands out in a High School environment...
I haven't visited the sight yet, too sad and uncomfortable for me to consider, even today. Yet, my thoughts of the tragedy are always felt close to home and in Patrick's memory.
I wish the Dwyer family all my best. Patrick will always be remembered.
Gina Giordano
September 11, 2010
Thinking of you today. All the fun we had trading...
Doug Abraham
June 25, 2009
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Frank Dwyer
September 11, 2008
I have a son Patrick Dwyer and a brother Patrick . The Dwyer family here in Canada always talk about the Patrick Dwyer who died in The World Trade Center, when the subject of the tragedy comes up. We offer our thoughts and hope your lives are better, for having had a Patrick Dwyer in it.
September 11, 2008
We will never forget.......
scott dwyer
September 1, 2008
im ur cusin scotty dwyer thomas dwyers son.u probably dont know me well r.i.p.
Steve Tilzey
May 30, 2007
To the Dwyer family and of course to Patrick. I am Steve Tilzey from Manchester England. I am the son of John and Margo. We think about our distant relatives such a lot especially the boys who were tragically killed in the WTC, Gregory, Martin,Robert, and of course Danny who was killed in action in Vietnam in 68. I am coming over to the US with my son Ruairi next month. Hopefully I can meet some families. Proud to call you family no matter how distant.
Kristine
October 25, 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
September 30, 2006
In remembrance....
Bill Zimmerer
August 16, 2006
I knew Pat from my days at Penn State and that was probably the last I ever saw of him (I graduated in June '86). We always called him "Dwyer". He was always a great guy and a huge sports fan. I moved to California and lost touch with him and all of the boys that we ran around with (Rudy, Russo, etc). Luke T. told me Pat had been in the WTC and I was very saddened. We had some great times at Penn State together. I really wish I had stayed in better touch with everybody and I also wish I had some photos of those days. God Bless you Pat.
Judy Lang-Chiarella
May 24, 2005
My dearest brother-in-law. It has been over 3 years and it is only now that I have read these wonderful words from people I don't even know. You were the brother I never had! My friend! A day doesn't go by that I don't think of you. I hold onto your children and enjoy every minute with them. I always promised you I would watch over them and I keep my promises. Matty misses his God-father. Your pictures are teasured and your memories are with us during each family event. You would be proud.
I love and miss you dearly, Judy
Phyllis Glick
September 13, 2004
Although I only met you a few times because of our business, I have thought about you many, many times and was shocked and saddened when I heard the horrible news on 9/11/01. What a horrible waste to lose such a special, wonderful guy. I guess God has bigger plans for you! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Jackie Lanzarone Fox
September 29, 2002
Patrick Dwyer and I went to the same high school and graduated in the same class. (Smithtown West, 1982) We only shared one class together (Physics) as far as I can remember. I did not know Pat well, but here is a small glimpse of the person I remember.
Smithtown West was a large high school, and Pat played football and lacrosse. Now, I did not hang out with the guys who played football and lacrosse. In fact, I hardly knew anyone in that group. Regardless, Pat always said hello to me, always had a smile.
And get this: after school in the Spring, he would occasionally come in to the gym during practice and try to beat me at badminton. What is most remarkable to me as I think about it now is that high school was a time when image supposedly meant so much, and who you hung out with was supposedly so important, and none of those things seemed to matter with Pat. He was an incredibly friendly person, a football and lacrosse player, who had no problem whatsoever with being seen (and sorely beaten) by a girl on a badminton court.
At our 20th reunion last month, I learned of Pat's death. I never knew the person he grew to become after high school, and my heart goes out to his family and friends.
Thomas L. Patrick Dwyer
September 19, 2002
To the my Name Sake
God bless you and look over your family.
Love
Tom Dwyer
Mary Lou Berry
September 15, 2002
On this past 9/11 the choral groups in the area took part in the Rolling Requiem and performed Mozart's work in the Basilica of San Carlos Borromeo in Carmel, California. We each took a person's name and I was honored to have Patrick's. I would just like the family to know that I will continue to hold him and them in my prayers always. I have his picture from the NYT's and I am going to paste it on my music. May Christ's Peace be with you during this painful time. Sincerely, Mary Lou Berry
Patrick Dwyer
September 12, 2002
May the road rise up to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
And rains fall soft upon your fields,
And until we meet,
May God hold you in the hollow of His hand.
I am not related to you but we share the same first and last name. My heart and prayers go out to you, your friends and family.
Caryn Fiducia Black
September 9, 2002
We met years ago (1989) through a friend at Cantor Fitzgerald. Through the years we lost touch, and I was deeply saddened when I saw your face on channel 5's tribute to those who lost their lives. You were a great person who always smiled. Your smile lit up a room. My heart goes out to your wife and children, and to all who lost a wonderful friend. You will truly be missed.
May your family find some peace in knowing you are now up with the angels in heaven. May God be with you. Rest in peace.
Colleen Dwyer-Abbott
September 8, 2002
I too am very proud growing up a Dwyer. My Father and Grandfather are Thomas Dwyer and Bernard Patrick Dwyer. Us Dwyers we are strong, I wish to have known Patrick Dwyer not only a great name but what I have read a great person. I know Texas is far away but you don't know how proud us Texans are of how strong New York is. Keeping all of 9/11 Dwyer's too in my prayers....like its been said gone but not forgotten...
Kailey Dwyer
August 17, 2002
I have never met you, yet somehow I feel like I have known you. It is a terrible loss and a tragedy to so many. I only wish there was more I could do. Pray and pray some more. Patty it sounds like you were a blessing to your family and friends, and Im proud to share the Dwyer name with you. Go irish.
JOHN BARRETT
August 15, 2002
PAT WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON I WAS VERY LUCKY TO WORK WITH PATTY AT JEFFRIES AND THEN AT CATOR.HE HAD A HEART OF GOLD AND AN ENDLESS SMILEY HE WAS ALWAYS HAPPY THANK GOD BECAUSE YOU WOULDN'T WANT TO SEE HIS IRISH TEMPER.WELL PATTY YOU ARE SO DEEPLY MISSED AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUE AND YOUR FAMILY MAY GOD BLESS THEM ALL..... MISS YA MY FRIEND GO IRISH
PattyAnn Dwyer
June 13, 2002
Patrick was my cousin, we shared many fun times as kids and as young adults. As our lifes became more grown up and filled with careers and family, we would see one and other occasionally, and make a promise to get together soon, I am so sad that soon will never be. I often run the roads of Nissequogue and I recall the mornings he would drive by with the kids,stop and chat or zoom by in the sports car. I would recall a funny time hanging out downtown, how he knew all the lyrics to American Pie, I still cry when I hear that song. I have "faith in god above" that we will see each other again. With love
PattyAnn
Angie Campbell
April 25, 2002
Rest in peace and may God Bless you and the ones that you left behind on that horrible day in September of 2001.
Kevin O'Grady
February 10, 2002
Patrick you are a photo on a piece of paper I took with me from the site I carried your "missing" paper for two months. I didn't want to allow my life to interact with the sadness. I sepperated myself from the pain an suffering. You have brought me to reality you have given me strength I have spoke with your family and because of them you have a wonderful family I am proud of you.Thank you God Bless you and watch over your family. You ar loved by them.
Teresa Piering
January 16, 2002
My heart goes out to Patrick's parents and family. May you find peace in your hearts. And know God is standing next to you to help guide you.
Teresa Piering, a friend of Erin and Marks
January 12, 2002
DEAR LORD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON PATRICK THOMAS DWYER AND MAY HE REST
IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS.GOD
BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..AMEN
Johnny Henley
January 8, 2002
My thoughts and prayers go out to Patty's wife and kids. Patty was my roommates boss and mentor and he will truly be missed.
I'll always remember him for his generosity, I don't think Smith & Wollensky's Grill will ever be the same.
God Bless!
Teresa Jahn
January 4, 2002
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
John Mitchell
December 4, 2001
Joanne,
Nothing I can say will help the pain you are feeling, only time will help. Pat was very well thought of by everyone, his classmates and coworkers alike. You have great memories to hold on to as do I. Pat was a class guy, respected by everyone who knew him. God Bless.
Mitch
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