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Vacations were big in William Esposito's life. When he was a boy, his family had a summer home in Budd Lake, N.J. And the summer he was 10 he met a girl named Stevie, whose grandparents also had a home there.
For a while, Billy avoided Stevie, sensing that she liked him. Finally, she told him, "I don't like you," and their friendship blossomed. By age 15 they were dating, by 23 they were married.
Mr. Esposito, 52, of Bellmore, N.Y., became a partner at Cantor Fitzgerald, where he was known as Scoop.
"He was pretty ruthless in the business world," his wife of 29 years said.
But when he was on vacation with his family, he could leave that behind. For many years Mr. Esposito, his wife, son and daughter would go to Florida over Passover and Easter. "It would be just the four of us — no phones, no friends, no nothing — so we'd play cards," Stevie Esposito said. "And by the end of the vacation, the kids would owe him or he'd owe them like a million dollars. Of course, they never played for real money. As long as we were all together that was really all that mattered."
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Larry Raiford
September 11, 2023
I knew Billy. Stevie was our dear friend and next door neighbor in Brooklyn, as were Stevie's parents. I knew Stevie's Grandparents. When Billy was killed in the World Trade Center, we were devastated! Billy was a great spirit and friend who loved his family and friends very very much! Billy, You will NEVER be forgotten!!! Love - Larry and all of the Russo's and Silverman's
Cindy Roe
September 11, 2021
Remembering William on the 20th anniversary of 9/11....
C.T.
September 11, 2021
Met Billy once on a vacation that our families were on together in Lake
George. I remember sharing a couple of drinks together at a patio bar poolside with both of our families present. I was heartbroken to hear that his was one of the lives lost less than a month later. Upon meeting Billy I could tell instantly that he was a decent man whose family meant everything to him. My thoughts and prayers are with them on this sad day
god bless
October 6, 2016
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Mallory
September 29, 2011
Even though I am too young to remember the attack on September 11th, from what I have read William Esposito sounded like he is a very caring man. Somebody that everbody loved to be around, and an all around great person. At our school we have done a Balloon Release and a Memorial Garden in honor of the brave heroes and victims. Everytime I think back those events, I will remember all the victims of 9/11, espicallly William.
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
September 17, 2011
Frankie De Ligio
April 14, 2011
You wrote to Billy on my birthday! Isn't that something?
Thinking of you and your family and, now that spring seems to be arriving, remembering the lake and the benches and the long ago sunset conversations.
Miss Billy and you and the gang and all of it today.
Hang in there, Rags.
Frankie
stevie esposito
April 13, 2011
I will miss you and love you forever. The article in newsday was great but not as great as you. You would love Billie and Isabella more then words can say. It is such a loss for them to not have you in their life. I tell them all about their Poppy Billy and they know who you are. I love you and miss you soooooooo much Love Bunny (Stevie)
Frank De Ligio
September 12, 2009
And again a day so gloomy. Maybe that is how it should be from now on.
Once more we remember the day, Billie and Stevie, the family, the old friends and the perch atop the white bench on the beach at Budd when the sun was setting.
Robert Weintraub
September 11, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Doug Abraham
July 21, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Frank De Ligio
September 11, 2008
9-11-08
Another gray 9/11, so unlike that day.
That day was one of the clearest and sunniest ....
until the darkness descended.
Still thinking good thoughts of you & Stevie and your kids seven years later, B.
Once again, summer is gone.
brian oshea
April 11, 2008
I often think of the kind generosity
Billy and the family always showed me- i miss you guys more than you
know-peace & love
Frank De Ligio
September 11, 2007
A rainy one today, B. Reminds me of those dreary September days in Budd Lake that always made the end of summer sadder. We'd sit on those white benches on the empty beach smoking cigarettes and remembering the highlights of the past summer and wondering what the fall and winter would bring.
Even memories of teenage angst are good things, B.
William A. Esposito
January 31, 2007
May
God bless you and watch over you as he accepts you into heaven with
open arms. Father please watch over williams family and loved ones as
they experience the process of grief.Help them remember all the good
and all the love that he shared.
Amen.
Kristine
November 2, 2006
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
P Tabbernor
October 3, 2006
In memory....
Frank De Ligio
September 12, 2006
On the day after the 5th Anniversary, it is good to know that people are still remembering you, B. Your kids and your wife are doing a great job of keeping you prominent in the memories of everyone who is paying any attention. You would be very very proud!
Adrienne Monka
September 11, 2005
My name is Adrienne. I am a sophomore at Rancho Cucamonga High School in California. We paid tribute to 9/11 by wearing American flag wristbands with names of all the people who were taken from us on 9/11. I was proud to wear the name of William Esposito and I will save and wear it, in his memory, for years to come. My best to his family and friends.
-Adrienne
Joseph and Barbara Hackman
October 16, 2004
TO MY COUSIN BILLY,WIFE AND FAMILY: GOD BLESS YOU ALL. WE LEARNED ABOUT YOUR PASSING (BILLY) ON 12-24-03 THE DAY OUR COUSIN FRANCES LEONE CALLED. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY. I (JOE)REMEMBER THE FUN I HAD WITH YOU (BILLY),YOUR BROTHER MICHAEL, UNCLE MIKE AND AUNT SUSIE AT BUDD LAKE. (WE HAD A GREAT TIME PURPOSELY SINKING THE ROW BOAT AS KIDS). WE LAST SAW YOU ON YOUR WEDDING DAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 1972 AT TERRACE ON THE PARK IN FLUSHING, QUEENS NY. IT WAS ONE OF THE BEST WEDDING PARTIES WE HAD ATTENDED. I REMEMBER THE OLD HOUSE AT 6TH AVE, BETWEEN 6TH AND 7TH ST. IN BROOKLYN. I JUST WANT TO SAY IT WAS NICE TO HANG OUT WITH YOU AND YOUR BROTHER MICHAEL AND SOME OF MY FRIENDS WHEN WE WERE YOUNG AND I'LL ALWAYS HAVE THOSE MEMORIES. LOVE, JOE HACKMAN, BARBARA HACKMAN AND OUR DAUGHTERS LISA CORREA AND JOANNE SCHNEIDER AND OUR FIRST GRANDAUGHTER GIANINA MARIE CORREA.
September 11, 2003
Thinking of your family on this day.
Frank De Ligio
October 2, 2002
This is a song from long ago. The tree was in Billy & Mike's back yard in Budd Lake.
I hadn't realized Billy had been lost on September 11th until a year later and haven't been able to get Billy or the song out of my head for days since.
Stevie, so belatedly, how very sorry I am for you and your children.
We spent our summers in the country.
We watched the sunsets paint the skies.
And as the moonlight crossed the water
We played at acting old and wise.
Chorus:
Evergreen, you’re whistling in the autumn breeze.
Evergreen, your limbs are bending heavy with snow.
Everlasting rainfall pounds your branches.
Evergreen, evermore, you grow.
Now we are married to the city.
We hold each other ‘gainst the night.
The sons and daughters of our memories
Are slipping slowly out of sight.
Chorus
If I should wake before the sunrise,
I’ll lay beside you for awhile.
I’ll skip a stone across the winter
To see the spring light in your smile.
Chorus
JOANNE GREENWAY
September 11, 2002
I am proudly wearing your husband/father's name on my ribbon at Lockheed Martin where I work on this day of remembrance. May God bless your family.
Angie Campbell
April 25, 2002
May God bless you and the family and friends that you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in peace forever and ever.
patrick kinsella
April 10, 2002
Dear William: God Bless you and all in your faimly
Suzy M
March 11, 2002
May God bless you all through these tough times. I was never very close with you all, but didn't have to be to know what a strong family you are. What a wonderful example of a close and loving family you are to all of us! You are in my constant thoughts and prayers.
God bless.
Michael Khatchoui
January 28, 2002
I never knew Mr.Esposito, but i knew his daughter susie, we went to John F Kenndy h.s. and she was in most of my classes. I knew how much she loved her dad and how proud she was to be a esposito, she even drove a car with a license plate that said espo kid. i remember when i first moved to merrick she was one of the first friends i made there. They say the apple doesnt fall far from the tree, susie is a kind warm outgoing and loving person, which i believe she obtained all those qualities from her parents, my heart is sad knowing that she is suffering and has to go on with her life without her father, to such a terrific person she deserves much better, susie i wish to express my deepest sympathies to you and your family, know that your dad is resting in a better place, and loves you very much, god bless him and may he have a place in gods kingdom where he can look down upon you and your family forever!
god bless
Michael Khatchoui
Anonymous
January 15, 2002
DEAR LORD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON WILLIAM ESPOSTIO AND MAY HE REST IN
PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS.GOD
BLESS HIS WIFE AND CHILDREN AND THE
REST OF HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD
BLESS AMERICA AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01...AMEN
Teresa Jahn
January 3, 2002
What a wonderful love story. Thank you for sharing it with us. May William's life and love live on in those 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
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