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Tribute submitted by Erin Konstantinow.
A Present That Will Live On
Brent J. Woodall always loved kids and looked forward to having his own. But when his wife tried to announce the good news subtly a few weeks ago, Mr. Woodall missed the point entirely. As a surprise for their first wedding anniversary, Tracy Pierce Woodall gave her husband a book about what expectant fathers should expect. ''He was like, O.K., thanks honey,'' said Annalisa Fredrickson, a friend visiting the couple's home in Oradell, N.J. ''That will come in handy someday.''
Mr. Woodall, a trader at Keefe Bruyette & Woods on the 87th floor of the south tower, spoke with his wife three times Tuesday morning. In their last conversation, he said he was headed downstairs. ''He is someone you always turned to in a jam, a really reliable guy,'' Ms. Fredrickson said. ''He probably stopped to help someone.'' Ms. Woodall is now eight weeks pregnant.
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Rose Ann Davis
September 10, 2021
Love you cousin. 20 years later, and I am still remembering the last time we saw each other like it was yesterday. Miss you so much big guy!
Pala Konstantinow
March 13, 2018
Dear Uncle Brent,
I'm sorry I never got to meet you. Mom or Erin misses you. No one should ever make fun of 9/11. I lost my uncle, you.
Kara Krmer
September 11, 2014
Remembering 9/11 I had the opportunity to visit the memorial and I have a photo with your name on the memorial today I remember who your were I never met you and pray for you wife and childish googles your name now your son would be 13 . God bless your family
Monica Parsons
September 12, 2011
Dearest Brent, May your legacy live on in your beautiful daughter who is now the same age as my baby girl Savannah. We met on a flight to San Francisco with my sister Emily back in 1993. You were so kind and willing to extend a smile and an invitation to a UC Berkley game you were headed to see. We all spent the weekend togther laughing and having a good time. When we returned from the trip we stayed in touch while we both worked in Kearny Mesa. Your life is our legacy and we miss you dearly. Well wishes have been sent to your parents and wife from my sister and I and I know God will Bless your litle girl and look after her. Your memory and legacy will now remain in all of our hearts forever.
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Bill Smith
May 5, 2011
Dear Brent:
I had the opportunity of meeting you when you were in your last year @ La Jolla High School. I was the San Diego contact for the University of Pennsylvania Football program.
I knew when I met you that the the Univ. of Penn would be the beneficiary of not only an excellent football player, but a great person.
Our loss was the Golden Bear's gain. Good for them! Great school!
I just wanted you to know I will always remember you. God Bless you & your family.
James Carter
May 3, 2011
Mr. Woodall;
The local news just interviewed your mother. She misses you very much, but she knows you're at peace and reunited with your father. The news also showed a picture of your daughter whom you never met. She is 10 years old now and you would be very proud of her. Rest In Peace.
GAVIN MILLAY
October 12, 2009
Brent.
I knew you in high school. You had a rare combination of tremendous athleticism, good looks, intelligence and kindness. It was an honor to know you and your wonderful family.
Warmest Regards,
Gavin Millay
Doug Abraham
July 20, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
P Tabbernor
April 22, 2007
In memory....
Erin Woodall Konstantinow
December 23, 2006
Hello and thank you to everyone who participated by donating a buck or more to our campaign...we raised the money (!!!) and are choosing a site for Brent's memorial bench in January. Check www.brentwoodall.com for updates and pictures.
The bench should be done around mid-March. We'll have the exact location mapped out on the website when we know where it will be!
G. L.
September 24, 2006
Please visit www.brentwoodall.com to see more pictures and information. Brent's family is currently embarking on a grassroots campaign to raise money to adopt a bench in Central Park, New York, as a memorial to him. The campaign is called "Just a Buck" because they are asking for people to send just ONE DOLLAR toward their ultimate goal of $7,500 to adopt the bench. Please consider being a part of this by sending a dollar and/or spreading the word! Details are on the website.
Again, the address is www.brentwoodall.com
Karen Bell Chandler
December 27, 2005
Hello Tracy,
I have a very obscure connection to your family. I went to High School with Erin's husband, George.
I lost my husband in 2001 from a horrible form of cancer. The pain is palpable. I know what it's like to wake up and reach over for someone who is no longer physically there. But I felt his spiritual presence holding me and comforting me whenever I was at my lowest. I pray you had/have that comfort as well.
We lost our only child in 1992, and we told ourselves that as long as we had each other, we'd be okay. But Katie (our daughter) and my husband, Charles, are together now in a very profound way.
I have since found another lovely man, Gary, who brings me great joy. There is more joy to be found,even in a world where 9/11 can happen. I hope you remember that.
Take good care of yourself and your precious baby girl. I wish for you peace that passes all our earthly understanding.
Karen Bell Chandler
Michael Weaver
July 7, 2005
Hello Tracy, I like some of the others posters have finally gotten around to sending you a note. I don't know if you remember me, I was with your high school buddy Nicole in NYC a few months before we lost Brent, we went to the Knicks game and out and about afterwards. Nicole told me of Brent's passing a few days after 9-11, honestly it was a extremely sad moment. It seems that Brent had the same effect on me that he did with others, a really nice, genuine, and outstanding person. I was in NYC last weekend with my 2 sons and it really hit home to see Brent's name up on the Heros list down at the WTC area. I'm so glad to hear that Pierce Ashley is in the world as a legacy to Brent. I guess Pierce is about 3 now, I hope she is as pretty as her mama. If you get this message please send me an email and let me know how and what you are doing. Good luck in the future Tracy.
kelli woodall
March 11, 2005
i know about pain ilost my young brother in law two months before his daughter was born its a horrific pain but the one thing that helps is to look into his chids eyes and know that he is still with us god bless all that were lost that day and the love ones left behind thoughts and prayers always kelli
Robert Wong
September 7, 2004
Dear Tracy,
I was a friend and former co-worker of Brent's sister, Erin. I happened upon this site and was saddened to hear of Brent's passing. I did not know him personally (we may have been introduced at Erin & George's wedding) and can't imagine what the loss of his presence in your lives has been like.
Up until now, I had no direct or indirect connection to the events of that day except as an American citizen. When I saw his name, made the connection to Erin and then read about your pregnancy, I was brought back to my feelings of anger and sadness on that day and felt as if I had been punched in the gut.
Though I do not know you personally, you and your family have my deepest condolences.
Sarah Mitchell
October 8, 2003
Dear Tracy,
I have often felt a close kinship to the pregnant widows of 9/11. I too was newly pregnant when that horrific day unfolded.
As my pregnancy went on I would think of the babies and moms and pray for them every night. In Spring 2002 my husband and I were blessed with a beautiful baby girl. We named her Piper.
On 9/11/03 I tuned in to watch the Primetime special you and your daughter were featured on. I was struck by the fact that we both had baby girls the same age and each had unique "P" names :). I was and still remain awed by your courage and strength. Pierce is a beautiful baby and so much of what I saw of her reminds me of my own sweet Piper.
I want you to know that I prayed for you and her both long before I knew your names. You remain in my prayers and thoughts and every time I look at Piper I am reminded of how truly blessed I am to have her. Brent lives on in Pierce...how lucky you are to have her.
By the way anytime you want to share Pierce's latest feat feel free to tell me. I will gladly listen and share with you in your joys and sorrows. You have a friend in Florida and so does Pierce.
With Love... Sarah Mitchell
Karen Strickland
September 21, 2003
It took me 2 years to write this but when 9/11 happened and later I found out that a fellow La Jolla High alum was one of the victims, I was just in too much shock to say anything. As a La Jolla alumnus, I want to say God Bless You to Brent, his wife Tracey and daughter Pierce Ashley, his parents Mr. and Mrs. Woodall, and the rest of his family, friends, and LJHS classmates.
Amber McElveen
September 11, 2003
Thank you for writing such nice things about Brent. He was a very extrodinary man. He seemed to love everyone he met. I am proud to be his neice. I love you uncle brent!
Paige S.
October 8, 2002
I was very young when I knew Brent, but my father was his college football coach and has always admired Brent.I have heard such wonderful stories about what a gracious and inspiring man Brent was. My prayers are with the entire Woodall family.
bennet manning
October 8, 2002
My son, Bing, played football with Brent at La Jolla high school. Brent was a wonderful young man. I visit this memorial site often and am always moved seeing Brent's picture and reading the testimonies to Brent. Tracy and the baby are in my prayers. God bless you.
Anna Lundberg
September 11, 2002
I also remember Brent from La Jolla High School, and All Hallows. I wasn't in the same grade as him but I remember he was a really nice person. A lot of people thought so.
I just saw today that he was one of the victims. I had no idea. I don't know what to write really, when a senseless act such as Sept 11th happens there are no words that can follow. May God help to heal the Woodall family.
Anna Lundberg (now in Sweden)
Heidi Woodall
September 10, 2002
I just wanted to say that I am sorryt that sep 11 happend and that brent had to be there that day, but there is one thing to keep in mind and that is Brent is alway with you as long as you let him be. He is now wacthing over everyone from heaven where Brent is a Angel. I do not think it was right that Brent was taken from you. I wish Sep 11 never happened but if you ever need someone to talk to I am here.
Cindy Woodall
September 10, 2002
When I came across Brent's name and that we had the same sur-name it send chills down my spine.I need to let you know that I know how hard it is to lose someone that you love and to have to go on with your life.Idid not lose my mom on Sept. 11 ,but I had a few more months with her ,she became our golden angel 12-04-01.She was very upset about what happen and told me if there was any way to help to do it for her ,the only way that I know is to e-mail people like yourself to let them know that there is people out here that is thinking of them.
bless the angels in this world that are here to help
CINDY IN NEVADA
Elise Southwick
September 9, 2002
At my high school, our Theology teachers distributed to us wristbands bearing victims' names. I got you, Brent. To Mrs. Woodall and their newborn baby, you are in my prayers along with Brent and all others. My school has less than 700 people, so it's not guaranteed that someone would have chosen Brents' name, but I did. I certainly hope the best for his family and friends.
Eleanor Layton-Ross
September 9, 2002
I did not know Brent, but I have a mercy band with his name on it. I also live in NJ, right across the harbor from Ground Zero. Brent and the others who perished on that fateful day are in my daily thoughts and prayers. I will never forget-or forgive.
Jan van Haaster
August 23, 2002
Just saw yesterday the first part of a special program on Dutch TV which tried to show the people and their families involved. And although focus is on buildings and airplanes it's the fate of people that impresses most. So Tracey, when I saw your story it touched me; and so I sincerely want to wish you all the strenght. May God bless you, and may one day the sun start to shine in your life.
[email protected]
John Orellana
July 10, 2002
Brent was someone I crossed paths with while attending La Jolla High School from 1986-1988. He is one of the few people in life I remember as being truly genuine. For all his human gifts and talents he was never a showoff. I admired him. Brent was a great person. God Bless.
John~
Kristi Dove
June 26, 2002
I first met Brent about 5 years ago. He talked of his family often. I just want you to know I think of him often, he is in my prayers as are you, his family. He was an incredible guy.
Angie Campbell
June 11, 2002
May God Bless you and watch over the family and friends that you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in peace..........
May 24, 2002
MAY THE BEAUTIFUL SOUL OF BRENT JAMES WOODALL AND THE SOULS OF ALL THE FAITHFULLY DEPARTED THROUGH THE MERCY OF GOD REST IN PEACE AMEN..GOD BLESS YOUR WIFE AND BABY.
Lourdes Garcia
May 2, 2002
Dear Tracy and Brent, Though I do not know you, I think often of you. Congratulations on your beautiful baby. I know Brent is with you everyday, offering more protection and love than we will ever know. May God and Brent bless her everyday.
John Wiesemann
April 23, 2002
To Tracy and your beautiful new baby,
I saw your story on channel 11 news on Tuesday April 23, 2002. May GOD bless you and your child. I pray every day for all the families that have suffered through this tragedy, GOD and Brent will be there with you every step of the way.
John Wiesemann
Morgan Stanley
formally of 2WTC 69th floor
Sarah B
March 11, 2002
well i have a Mercy Band and it is Brent J Woodall's.God bless his family and friends and all of the u.s.a!
Rev. Richard Walter
January 9, 2002
We seldom truly know the depth of how our lives intertwine with one another. Nor, do we comprehend how closely connected we are.
Yet, Life is precious ... and in its own wisdom has a way of revealing this to us, and our connection with each other.
It was a true joy for me to have officiated the wedding of Brent & Tracy at the Four Seasons in Las Vegas, August 2000.
Now, I have the humbling honor of presiding at the Memorial Tribute & Service for him that Tracy is arranging ... to be held in New York on January 12, 2002.
In my years as a minister, having met thousands of couples, Tracy & Brent stood out in my memory because they did things with such class ... and exhuberance!
My wish therefore, is for Tracy and their daughter to have lives that are filled to overflowing with joy, fulfillment, love, and peace. Brent's love from "the other side" will be a source of love, support and guidance.
The Life, the Soul, the Spirit, the Essence and Presence that IS Brent James Woodall continues to be a vital life force ... forever.
This I affirm ... because it's the TRUTH!
December 9, 2001
MAY GOD BLESS BRENT JAMES WOODALL
AND MAY HE REST IN PEACE.GOD BLESS
HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS
AMERICA AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET
9/11/01
Teresa Jahn
December 2, 2001
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
Dolores Moss
November 22, 2001
David Moss went to school with Brent and I remember his Mother so well. Always being there at school activities, being really involved..
David lives in La Jolla now and is soon to marry a Tracy too. I remember Brent as an outstanding, extra ordinary person. He just shone at everything he did . We convey our sympathy to you for this outrageous insane act. And especially to Tracy his expectant wife.. David attended his memorial with his Tracy at All Hallows.
How sad and unkind life can be !
We wish your family healing and peace in knowing Brent was loved and respected and touched many lives, ours included.
With sympathy
Dolores Moss
[email protected]
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