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Eric Steen Obituary
Eric Steen spent his days as a bond trader for Euro Brokers in 2 World Trade Center. But he had a secret desire to make his mark in the arts, and that is why he was working on a screenplay, finishing a novel and launching a film-production company in his spare time. "He didn't want to divulge that until it was all finished," said his friend David Hegarty, who attended Garden City High School with him. "He was a pretty deep thinker, and he was very well read, so that was a whole other area where he could feel fulfilled outside of Wall Street."
Mr. Steen, 32, who had moved from Cantor Fitzgerald to Euro Brokers earlier this year, was also an athlete who ran five miles a day, skied, kayaked, snowboarded and surfed, said his mother, Blanche. Surfing was a recent passion, and Mr. Hegarty said he had been teaching him in the waves off Breezy Point in Queens. "He always wanted to try new things."
Mr. Steen took a line from "Fast Times at Ridgemont High" and made it his own. Whenever they made plans to do something together, Mr. Steen would finish up by saying, "I'll pick you up in the van, dude."
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Lauren Vella
November 27, 2023
Gonebut never forgotten ❤
April 1, 2017
Eric buddy, it was great knowing you all those years and all the stupid crap we did in school as kids growing up. You will be missed and tears shed whenever I think of that tragic day. Still cannot believe it is real.
James Bria
Nashville, TN.
L B
February 8, 2017
Hey Kitten, whatcha doin'?
Wanna play the guitar?
You say, what's that sound
Coming out of the hole in the wood?
You say, what's that sound
Coming out of the hole in the wood?
You say, what's that sound
Coming out of the hole in the wood?
It's the guitar
Hey baby, whatcha doin'?
Playin' with your rattle and plastic car?
You say, what's that sound
Coming out of the hole in the wood?
You say, what's that sound
Coming out of the hole in the wood?
You say, what's that sound
Coming out of the hole in the wood?
It's the guitar
Hey mama, where ya goin'?
I hope you're not going very far
Because what's that sound
Coming out of the hole in the wood?
Tell me what's that sound
Coming out of the hole in the wood?
Hey, what's that sound
Coming out of the hole in the wood?
It's the guitar
It's the guitar
It's the guitar
It's the guitar
It's the guitar
It's the guitar
It's the guitar
It's the guitar
It's the guitar
It's the guitar
It's the guitar
Leonard Steen Jr
September 7, 2016
Just wanted to share this. I visited the memorial on a cold cloudy day in November 2014 with my family and friends. I found the only open spot around the crowded fountains and only spot in the sunshine, as we started to reflect on the awe of it all, my sons friend ask me if there was any relation. The only open spot on the crowded wall and Eric's name is right there in front of us. I was not aware of Eric before that day but maybe he wanted us to know him. Don't really believe in stuff like that but it was hard not to that day.
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Henry Steen
September 11, 2015
RIP Eric
Cindy Steen Petti
July 17, 2015
The Steen cousins are visiting the memorial next week. You, cousin George and Aunt Bunny are forever in our hearts and prayers. Say hello to your Uncle George, Uncle Whitey and Grandma & Grandpa Steen . . .
September 10, 2014
I remember talking with Eric in the Loyola Library when he was 1st studying for his series 7 brokers exam as he was starting his career. When you spoke to Eric 1 on 1 you could tell how intelligent and what a truly solid geniune guy Eric was... and will always be in the hearts of his friends Dave Hegarty Mike McQueeney Kurt Petersen Dave Stricker John Goles and more friends than can ever be listed
Best Regards,
Mike Cleary
Robin Steen
September 11, 2013
As we continue forward; you are in our thoughts and hearts. God bless this nation and keep us safe.
Tea Udden
September 11, 2012
My parents new you, i was only one year old, but when i saw the light in my parents eyes when they talked about you tonight, i knew you you would be important to me
QVC UK presenter...Eric would be amazed!
Kayko Andrieux
September 11, 2012
Hi Eric...i am so sad again on this day and want to make sure you know that you are never forgotten and you are always remembered with lots of love!
Rhonda Hayes
September 11, 2012
Rest in peace Eric and may a veil of prayer surround you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 11, 2011
I can't believe it's been 10 years. Rest in peace.
M L Tinelli
September 13, 2010
Eric,
We were kids who got our brokerage starts together here and ended up working in Manhattan___Your sense of humor and friendship back then made a life lasting impression__ A wit that elicits an involuntary smile as I write this now.
You brightened this world when you were here and left it way too soon.
Your legacy has been passed to my young children who know the story of you: A Good Man - then, now and forever.
Natalia Orlos
September 10, 2010
I will sing for you
With candles to remind me
Of the warmth in your kindness, your eyes,
Candles burning in my heart.
Thinking of you, I pray. And
I will sing for you.
I will sing your song
Of your inner light that helped me know your name,
Your love and your laughter,
Breaking through clouds of despair.
I will sing for you
I will sing of your life,
Of the gift of your smiles,
Your creative spirit and radiant presence.
Still you inspire, and much are you loved.
I will sing for you, brother.
Your songs will live on.
Kayko Andrieux
August 26, 2010
Eric..you are always in my thoughts and please know that you are still missed and loved!
xx
kayko
August 24, 2010
Stiil think about you dude! Reno
kayko andrieux
December 15, 2009
Happy Birthday Eric...xxx
Natalia Orlos
December 14, 2009
Eric, you are
Remembered every day
In our hearts we
Celebrate your life.
Sharing your smile, you
Took away the tears
Everyone was blessed to
Enjoy your presence, and you are
Never forgotten.
I still think of you often and you will always be in my heart. Happy birthday, Eric! God bless you and your family.
Love, Natalia
Kayko Andrieux
November 19, 2009
Eric--another birthday coming up and you are still in my thoughts ...wow how young we were when we met and lost each other. Happy Early Birthday!! You'll be pleased to know there is the network now called Facebook.. where George and I have reconnected as friends 8 years later! You would have enjoyed it! I know how important your friends and family are to you! Much love xxxxx
Kayko
Anonymous
November 18, 2009
Eric, I can't believe you are gone. I'm so sad. I knew you for 2 of the best years of my life. It was a long time ago but I have never forgotten you. That day I thought of you. I did not know you were still working for Cantor.. I did not know that you became one of the lost. I will miss you and the kindness you always spread. We were so young when we knew each other but it sounds like you became even more of an amazing person as you grew older. I'll miss you and the memories we had so long ago. God bless your mom. You always adored and admired her.
Lauren Vella
July 18, 2009
I was blessed to meet Eric in June of 2001. It still gives me a pain in my heart to think that his life was cut so short. I wish I'd had more time to get to know him. I always thought of him as an Angel and I guess God did too. I will never forget him. xxx
Natalia Orlos
December 14, 2008
Hi Eric,
I just want to wish you another happy birthday. You will always be in my heart and thoughts, giving me light and inspiration. I love you, big brother!
kayko andrieux
September 13, 2008
Just remembering you...forever xx
kristine
April 30, 2008
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.
kayko andrieux
December 20, 2007
Happy Birthday Eric!!!
xx
kayko
Natalia Orlos
December 17, 2007
Dear Eric,
Here is the poem again that I wrote for you and sent on a balloon to you in heaven, on the night before your birthday:
In 1968, a calm December night
Stars glistening, shining bright
A white blanket sparkling
Over a city of gardens
Radiating prisms of light
As night gives way to day
Awake for a new life beginning.
The crisp air is suddenly altered
By the warmth of your birth
Your mother bringing you forth
With her own life and blood
That held you safe
Like sweet rose petals enveloping a precious mystery
The mystery of your sweet life.
There you lay, a sweet baby boy
Who would come to mean
So much to so many
And from whom so many
Received the light of joy
A joy that came from somewhere inside
The light that shown from your being, your smile, your bright eyes
That light was love
Love like a ray of sunshine pouring into darkness
A ray of sunshine that will never be forgotten
And that will be celebrated beyond time.
Your spirit is everywhere
I can feel you.
Your light hasn’t faded
It never will.
We never knew you would someday be
The brother of mine
The brother that fills the void of my heart
And makes me whole.
I wish our paths would have crossed
I feel so much was lost.
But someday we’ll be united as one
And forever you’ll be
A part of my heart.
Happy birthday, Eric. I love you. Your life will always be celebrated.
Blessings and Love,
Natalia, your spiritual sister
Doug Abraham
December 15, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Hannah Imperial
September 23, 2007
Eric, I was I think a year younger than you in GC, but later became friends with your fiends with your brother George down in FL when we attended art school together (He was good friends with my boyfriend then Clay McCain) and later met up again when he posted the photos around manhattan hoping for your survival. I lived in Manhattan and watched the towers from my office. I know you were a great person and are surely missed. Though it is many years later. 911 is not forgotten and I pray for all the souls lost that day!
kayko andrieux
September 12, 2007
Choosing to never forget! Year 6 since we lost you but you are always in my thoughts.
xx
kayko
P Tabbernor
March 23, 2007
In remembrance....
Still smiling even though you are not here with us..its what you would want!
kayko andrieux
September 2, 2006
Eric another year has gone by and youre still in my heart and in my thoughts...i have returned to flying and never thought i would do this job again...but i know that i love it and that you are there beside me keeping me safe and then.... i smile...thinking of you..... I miss you Eric
Kristina Stewart Wesselink
September 13, 2004
We hope you are watching over us all. We have not forgotten you. I keep your mom and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Your mom misses you so much.
David
September 10, 2004
another year, still have lots of good memories everyday because of you.
Mark C Gannon
June 25, 2004
I still think about you every day
jenny bradley
September 11, 2003
eric- on this day of all days, i can thinking of nothing but you and how you left us. i try to celebrate your life, and to grieve for our loss. viewing these entries, and those in your other guestbooks, it's so good to read how so many loved you, and that they continue to do so. blanche, george, and estee', you are always in my thoughts and prayers.
-jenny
Anita Foster
September 11, 2003
Many blessings to you all on this day. Blanche, you are still not forgotten.
Anita J Foster
American Red Cross Chisholm Trail Chapter, Fort Worth, Texas
kayko andrieux
September 8, 2003
Another year has gone by Eric and I miss you so much and think of you often. It will be another sad day on Thursday knowing youre not here with us. God Bless your mom and brother and love you always
Jack Provino
September 5, 2003
been awhile bro...miss ya
kayko andrieux
December 10, 2002
Eric--here we are again another year has gone by without you in our lives, but you are always in our hearts and in our minds and will never be forgotten. You are truly missed and will always be loved!!
Thomas McGinnis
October 8, 2002
I have spent a great deal of time over the past year, thinking about the times we spent together at a young age. Eric, Tommy, Timmy, Myles and Marc. Skateboards, Girls, Music and Beer..A special time in my life and a special freind that I will never ever forget. To George: I am sorry I haven't been around to say what I wanted to say to you. I am sure you know in your heart what I wanted to say.............
God Bless
Bart Mruz
September 30, 2002
Once again, a good person was taken too soon; a sign that their goodness touched the lives it needed to before they had to be returned to God. I also would like everyone to know that reading this man's tributes and the article about his writing has made me decide to stop putting my dreams on hold and to go forward. Thank you, Eric, for inspiring me to follow my scriptwriting passion. And if you feel like being my creative angel from above, feel free! :)
dave
September 12, 2002
may be gone not ever forgotten...your friend
Jennifer M.
September 10, 2002
Last Christmas, my best friend purchased for me a bracelet from Wristband Aid, and on it is the name Eric T. Steen. I proudly wear this bracelet every day, continually praying for Eric and for his family. I know that this not only represents Eric's life, but also the unity that our nation experiences due to last year's tragic events. I am thankful that I can be involved, although I was not fortunate enough to meet him, in the rememberance of Eric forever. It is with honor that I wear his name on my wrist day after day, and will continue to year after year. My deepest sympathy, thoughts, and prayers will be with you always.
Love,
Jennifer, 16
David Hegarty
September 10, 2002
miss you every day buddy.
Joe Abbatiello
September 9, 2002
You touched everybody that had the privilege of meeting you! If only there were more people like you? You were one of the good guys. I miss you buddy...
kayko andrieux
September 3, 2002
Eric was my first real friend and confidante when i moved to NYC in 1993, from Virginia. I met him at City Crab in downtown NYC after I worked one shift as a hostess at Park Avalon. He worked at Cantor then and as I was leaving Park Avalon, Eric and some collegues were walking by and he saw the look of sadness I had on my face and asked me what was wrong. I proceeded to tell him about my first and last day as a hostess at Park Avalon and that I was new to the city and a bit lonely. He proceeded to invite me to come to City Crab for a drink with him and his friends. That night is forever etched in my memory because I have met a kinder person nor had I ever had so much fun with a total stranger. I cant explain it but for those of you who knew Eric he had a way of making you feel like he knew you forever and that he cared about you(for real). He had a heart of gold and a smile that could melt your heart. That night Eric melted my heart and I dont think i have ever felt that way about a person again. For Blanche, Estee, and George and all of Eric's many, many friends and family---my prayers are always with you. I know that I am a better person for having known and loved him and for that, Blanche, I thank you for raising an amazing human being and Estee I thank you for having loved him like no other. He deserved it.
Kristen
August 26, 2002
Estee, I think of you so much and I pray for you often. I am so sorry for your loss. It looks as if you and Eric had a wonderful life together. I didn't know Eric, but after reading some of these entries He sounds like a really wonderful and dynamic person. He touched so many lives it seems in so many different ways. I am so glad Karen got a hold of you, we were trying so hard to find you. I hope your comforted everyday in the love you both shared. God Bless you. My prayers are with you and Eric's family.
Marianne Drnek
August 16, 2002
This is a message for Estee. We worked together at HQ 11 Penn several years ago. I remember you speaking so warmly of your boyfriend, Eric. It seems like he was an extraordinary person and that he was loved by so many. I just wanted to let you know that I think of you often and I am praying for you and Eric's family.
KATIE HUNT JOHNSON
August 15, 2002
i HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING ERIC IN GRADE SCHOOL DURING HIS BRIEF STAY IN HOLMDEL AND THE RUNNING INTO HIM AT LOYOLA. HE WAS ALWAYS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND THIS WORLD WILL NOT BE THE SAME WITHOUT HIM IN IT!
I WILL TRULY MISS HIM.
May 29, 2002
I didnt know Eric very well but we did know each other at Loyola. A friend of mine sent this to me. It was a prayer from her husband's med school graduation. He also died on September 11 and it just seems so appropriate for all of those who died and for those who are still here...
My Lord God, we live under the assumption that we are in control of our lives, that we know where we are going and that we know what we are doing. And in fact, we do have the ability to make plans for our future even if we cannot guarantee they will actually come through. We can reasonably plan on career choices, vacations, events, retirement, the number of children we have, and on both the small as well as the large steps down the road. Yet at times unpredictable life events come crashing through our well ordered and planned lives, and we are left standing in the dust wondering if we have any control at all. Often at these times we turn to you asking for guidance and aid, keenly feeling our sense of helplessness.
In spite of our ability to make decisions in our lives, often we don't really know where we are going and we cannot see the road ahead of us. And we don't know where this road will end. Thus, in the face of this, we truly do live in the present moment, in this narrow slice of time.
Whatever valley or mountain top we may walk, O God, we know that you
desperately want to walk our path with us and that you constantly are inviting us into a creative partnership. Help us to nurture the keen sense of seeing the clues you provide, the markings on the trees along the way, to help us find the path. For the history of the people of faith and our own meager experience tells us that you want to walk the way with us.
May 24, 2002
I became friends with Eric during a difficult time in my life. To me he was a light, a truly genuine soul who's incredibly unique sense of humor kept me laughing hysterically even through rough times. I would look forward to the times we would talk ... our conversations were always extremely creative and fun. Eric's sharp wit was unmatchable - only by his gentleness, his sense of calm and his intrigue it seemed about anything somewhat new. I have never met anyone like him and I can't imagine I ever will again ... he was truly special. He will always remain in my heart as someone who has had a lasting effect on me in such a positive way. I miss that I will never get a chance to rekindle the friendship we once had. I think of him every day and will always keep him and his family in my prayers. Sending love to you Eric, and peace...
May 9, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG MAN..ERIC T.STEEN AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK.MAY GOD AND HIS ANGELS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
John Goles
April 5, 2002
The thing that I will always remember about Eric is the passion that he had for life. Eric did not have as much time on this earth as most, but I know that he squeezed more life out of his 32 years than most do in their entire lives. Eric will be missed but lives on in each of us.
Kristina Stewart
April 5, 2002
I graduated from Loyola College with Eric and a bunch of other great guys from LI (Mike, Dave, etc.) I remember him as being funny, a smart-guy and also a nice guy. Seeing all of the guys again at our 10 year reunion was a blast, how many memories and it was like we never left. Attending Eric's memorial service on LI and meeting his mom and other friends was surreal. Mrs. Steen, please know that we are all keeping you in our prayers and thoughts. You are a strong woman and you raised a wonderful man.
melissa gompert
March 28, 2002
To the family of Eric T.Steen.I don't know Eric personally but in some way I feel I do.On Tuesday March 26, My Birhday I Recieved a Mercy Band with Eric's name. I was also given his bio, we had a lot in common. I just want the friends and Family of Eric to know my thoughts and prayers are with you every time I Look down at my Wrist. god bless Melissa
Anita Foster
March 27, 2002
I am writing this message to Blanche. I hope that you will receive it. I'm sure you don't remember me, but I think of you so often. We met at the Family Assistance Center eight days after the attacks. You had arrived to report Eric as missing. I work for the American Red Cross and I talked with you that morning. President Clinton was in the facility and I walked you over and introduced you. You showed me pictures of Eric and told me stories of him. As I said, I think of you often. I must have talked to thousands of family members while I was in New York, but you stay in my mind. My brother is 32 as well. I just wanted to write you a message to let you know that my prayers are with you so often.
After we walked over to the Crime Victim's Board that morning, I went outside to have a good cry and found myself in front of the wall of photos. I recognized Eric's photo immediately and saw that you had written a message to him on his poster. That had such a profound affect on me. I don't believe there is any way for any of us to "get back to normal lives", but I do pray that your days are less painful and that you are moving forward at the pace you need. In short, I just wanted you to know that you are truly not forgotten.
Many Blessings,
Anita J. Foster
American Red Cross
EBI Memorial Website
March 19, 2002
For a more in-depth memorial tribute for Eric and his EBI colleagues lost on 9/11, please also visit:
http://wtc.technologyshoppe.com/
Thank you.
John Byrnes
March 12, 2002
Eric, I'm sorry. I'm sure we'll meet again someday, until then watch over us. You will always be remembered as a great friend.
Jim & Niki Lolis
March 11, 2002
We met Eric at a summer share in Long Beach, NY and he left a lasting impression with us. It wasn't until months after the anguish of also losing one of our best friends at Cantor, that we heard about Eric and were deeply saddened.
We're sure he's surfing those waves on the clouds above us. Hang Ten, Dude.
Troy Peisley
March 11, 2002
Eric,
I am trully moved by the beautiful words written for you. I never met you, but what a great mate you made!
I leave this message for you because I'm the same age as you, I work and play hard just like you. I empathise, perhaps it could have been me and not you.
Tonight I will pray for you, your family and friends.
Troy
Chris Orcutt
February 17, 2002
I never knew him, but having worked at the World Financial Center, I feel as if I did, and I am very sorry for your family's loss.
February 6, 2002
I didn't think I knew anyone who lost their lives at the WTC unitl I was looking through the list and saw Eric's name. I knew Eric when we both attended Loyola College. We were a lot younger then and never kept in touch after college but I remember Eric as such a nice person, fun loving and intelligent. It was so long ago but I clearly remember his love of his mom and New York. I wish we had kept in touch -
Bart Pelloni
February 6, 2002
Eric first showed me how to skateboard on Carl Scampieri's skateboard in the fifth grade. We were good friends until my family moved to florida in the 8th grade. We didn't keep in touch like I wished we had, but I bumped into Eric several years ago at a restaurant in the City. I remember how excited we were to see each other and we got a good laugh discussing the ramifications of our childhood friendship. It's amazing how genuine the conversation was as it had been so many years since we had seen each other. It made me realize how good a friend Eric was.
I recently learned that Eric worked with my Uncle at Eurobrokers, Ed Mardovich, who was also lost in the attack.
I was hoping our paths would cross again.
Jon Asnis
January 25, 2002
Got to meet Eric through one of his best friends, Peter Long. I am thankful for the time I got to know Eric, he was a great person and will be truly missed.
Teresa Jahn
December 11, 2001
From the picture the world sees Eric's wonderful warm eyes and how the eyes reflect what is in the heart. The world will miss Eric. Our hearts are 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
Jason Goodrich
November 29, 2001
I had the good fortune to meet Eric through a mutual friend, about four years ago. While we only had the opportunity to hang out with one another a handful of times, it was apparent to me that Eric was a very wonderful person. I can imagine that each of his family members and all of his friends feel an incredible void in their lives at this moment, but I'm pretty confident that Eric would encourage them to be strong, enjoy what they have and to chase their dreams no matter where they led.
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