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Jon A. Perconti Jr.'s prize possession was a green oval-shaped backyard grill that he called the Egg. As a boy, he spent hours watching his grandmother in her kitchen. As a man, Mr. Perconti, a 32-year-old trader at Cantor Fitzgerald, had become a great cook.
"He was just a natural," said Tammy Perconti, his wife, who is expecting the couple's child next month. "When we ate out he would taste something and say 'I can make this.' And he would come back home and make it even better."
Mr. Perconti's cooking became high art on the Egg. At Christmastime, he cooked prime rib on it. In the summer, he used it to smoke the perfect rib.
"I am getting hungry just thinking about it." Mrs. Perconti said.
Outside Giants Stadium, people would stop and gape, lured by the sweet smoky smell of Mr. Perconti's ribs cooking on a mini Egg. "Most people do hot dogs at the game," said Alfred Savastano, a lifelong friend. "He was doing roast pork, deep-fried turkey, London broil, ribs, steaks anything. It was crazy and it was good."
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Karen Howard
April 20, 2020
In 2001 I picked Jon Percanti as my prayer person. I was working in a small catholic schools food services in Rochester NY Holy Familywhen 9/11 occurred. Since then I look at his picture daily and pray for him and the family he left behind. Jon you are never forgotten.❤
S.J. Friscia III
May 17, 2017
In Memory with
Honor & Respect.
Kathy
September 9, 2016
In Remembrance
Jon A. Perconti, Jr.
May 17, 2015
"Happy Birthday in Heaven Dear Jon. Love & miss you.
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Nikki Santor
May 17, 2015
Dear Jon Happy Birthday in heaven. I miss and love so much.
Nikki Santora
September 10, 2014
Dearest Jon, Thinking of you and how much I miss you, your smile, your generous heart. I miss your Mom too my dear friend so very much. I know you are together again in heaven. You both are forever in my heart and prayers. Rest now Jon & Lucia. With all My Love Nikki
Nikk Santora
May 16, 2014
Wishing you a Happy Birthday in Heaven Jon. I cannot believe that you and Mom, my dear friend are not here with us. I miss you both terribly, not a day goes by that I don't think of you both. Love & hugs to you and Mom.
Nikki Santora
September 11, 2013
Thinking of you & Mom Jon words cannot express how much you both are missed and loved. You are forever in my heart & prayers.
Joan Gatto
May 22, 2013
Thinking of you
May 19, 2013
Happy birthday Jon. You may be gone, but you are not forgotten.
Nikki Santora
May 17, 2013
"Happy Birthday in Heaven Dear Jon"
Miss you so much.
Nikki Santora
May 17, 2013
"Happy Birthday in Heaven Jon"
Miss you.
Shwa the Kid
October 2, 2012
I miss you brother.
Nikki Santora
September 11, 2012
Dear Jon, Eleven long years have passed I still can't believe that you are not here.
I know Mom is with you. I love & miss you both.
Kathryn Talanian
September 11, 2012
You are greatly missed. Thank you for being the best friend ever to my brother. We love you! xo KT
Jon Perconti
May 17, 2012
Dear Jon
Happy Birthday honey I miss you and Mom so much. You both are forever in my heart and prayers.
With All My Love Nikki
Mackiel Savastano
October 10, 2011
Dear Tammy, I just wanted to write to say how very proud I am of you not just for the wonderful tribute to Jon at the fundraiser but for all you've done over these past 10 years. I know Jon is looking down on you and Julia and I know how proud he must be also and how much he loved and loves you still. Remember that you, Julia and Jon are always in my thoughts and prayers - I love you and Julia and will never stop loving Jon and Lucia. I miss them both more than any words could ever express. God Bless you and Julia and may you find some kind of peace and happiness in your life as Jon would want you to. Love, Aunt Mackiel
Shana Trawinski-Parent
September 11, 2011
Dear Tammy, We were only coworkers but I want you to know that even after 10 years, you are still in my prayers .
Shana
Nikki Santora
September 11, 2011
In loving memory of Jon a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. You will forever be in our hearts and prayers.
Cara DePaul
September 8, 2011
Tammy- I just want you to know how often I think of you and Jon and wish you both peace in your worldly and heavenly journeys. Ten years have passed and as I sit and reflect on it now, it seems like just yesterday. I hope you have gentle grief and warm memories as you look back this weekend. Know that so many of us are thinking of you and being present with our families in honor of both of you. - Cara Starling DePaul
Nikki Santora
May 18, 2011
My Dear Jon
Happy Birthday Jon.
Words cannot express how I feel and how much I miss you & Mommy. May you both rest in peace.
With all My Love Nikki
May 4, 2011
Tammy,
I saw you on Oprah just after 9/11 occured. I never met you or your beloved Jon, but you left such an impression on me from that show and you have remained in my thoughts and prayers so often. My heart broke for you as you sat on the show grieving. I've read thru a few of these entries and learned that you had a beautiful baby girl - she's not such a small baby anymore ... I hope your pain has eased slightly over the years and i hope that you and your daughter are making your ways thru the world now along with the rest of the members of the family. You will continue to stay in my thoughts and prayers. Blessings to you ... Suzanne
Joan Gatto
May 3, 2011
Jon,
Thinking of you now that your murderer has been taken off the face of this earth. May you and your Mom Lucia now rest in peace.
Nikki Santora
October 15, 2010
In Loving Memory Of Jon & Lucia
Natalea Honeycutt
September 11, 2010
Remembering & reflecting on your wonderful life you lived until this day, 9 years ago. You are thought of quite often - wondering what you would be doing today, if 9-11 had not happened. We do remember that we will see you again - one day. Keep smiling down on your daughter & protect her as she goes through life. Jon, you are missed.
Nikki Santora
May 18, 2010
Dearest Jon
Thinking of you on your birthday.
Miss you so much.
With All My Love Nikki
Matt Furlong
September 28, 2009
May you rest in peace.
Karin Annunziato
September 11, 2009
You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts. God Bless all of you.
Nikki Santora
September 11, 2009
Dearest Jon,
I can't believe eight years have passed without you we miss your smile your warm loving ways. Jon I know that Mommy is with you now she missed you so much. I know she is at peace with you.
Miss you both.
With All My Love Nikki
Nikki Santora
June 11, 2009
May 17, 2009
Dearest Jon,
Happy Birthday in heaven. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
With all My Love
Nikki
Nikki Santora
September 12, 2008
In loving memory of Dear Jon. You are so loved and sadly missed.
Nikki Santora
September 12, 2008
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 1998-2008
September 11, 2008
It has been seven years ago today that you were taken in the Towers. You are thought of quite often and my brother Dave, misses you so very much. I often think what y'all would have done over the last seven years. You, Dave, Tammy....you with your daughter. She'll be seven this year. I know you would have been a great father and I hope everyone keeps telling her all about her wonderful dad. Dave often thinks of you and all of your times together. It is still hard on everyone and will always be. You're not forgotten and never will be. You are greatly missed.
Natalea Rhea Honeycutt
Midlothian, Virginia
Nikki Santora
May 15, 2008
Dear Jon,
Happy Birthday in heaven honey. Miss you so very much. There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. I know you are near all of your loved ones. Jon your daughter is so sweet, bright and so beautiful you would be so proud of her. Tammy is a wonderful Mother you would be so proud of her too.
Jon you are so loved and missed by everyone.
Rest in Peace
With all My Love....Nikki
May 14, 2008
Happy B- Day bro!!! Man I miss you!!!! Not a day goes bye! Not 1! I will never forget you!!!
Mario Perconte
November 3, 2007
To the Perconti family my heart goes out to you. We never met, I feel like a part of me is missing.
It saddens me to lose another member of my family.
Jon May You Rest In Peace.
Mario Perconte
DOLORES PERCONTI
September 11, 2007
ALTHOUGH WE DIDN'T KNOW YOU ON EARTH, FROM THE TRIBUTES TO YOU WE KNOW WE WOULD HAVE LOVED YOU TOO.
DISTANT COUSINS, DOLORES, MARIA AND CAMILLE PERCONTI OF WHITESTONE, NY
Joe Pietsch
September 10, 2007
As is the usual course in life, time marches on. Graduating high school meant a new chapter. You move on, remember a few faces, "Hi, how are you"s around town, keep in touch with one or two friends. I will remember Jon always. He never cared if you were short or tall, skinny or fat. Never judgemental, he greeted everyone he met with the same smile. Although it has been 20 years since graduating Lodi High, and I live in a different town, the memories are still fresh in my mind.
Though events may shred the fabric of time, the energy remains constant.
Nikki Santora
September 10, 2007
My Dear Jon,
Missing you so much. I can't believe six years have gone by. We miss you warm smile and tender heart. You are always in my heart & prayers.
Rest Jon
sherri ciarocco
June 25, 2007
Dear Jon,
We all think of you often. Christmas will never be the same in our house. Every year that goes by we miss you more. You were kind, gentle, and generous. Julia would have been so proud to call you Daddy.
P Tabbernor
January 30, 2007
In memory....
Tom O'Reilly
January 18, 2007
Jon,
I think of you often, and can never make sense of what happened. You and Tammy are always in my thoughts and prayers.
-kai-
Tom
Josette Perconti
December 9, 2006
I dont know if we are related, but I want to express my condolences for you and your family.
Kristine
November 29, 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.
Marie Fortunato
September 12, 2006
To Jon's family:
Perhaps you might remember me as Miss Mac. I was Jon's Psychology teacher at Lodi High School in 1986-1987, his Senior year. That was a particularly difficult year for me as I lost my Dad in January 1987. Jon's senior class was so loyal and wonderful to me. They attended the wake and funeral and I never forgot their consideration and love. Jon was very special. When my birthday came in April of that year, he and one of my colleagues took me to the Manor in West Orange. This generosity I could never forget. I got engaged the following year and he visited me at school to congratulate him. I was devastated when I read of his death and attended the Memorial Mass on September 24, 2001 at St. Joseph's. I think of him and pray for him, Tammie and their daughter. He was so special, a wonderful man who was kind, considerate, and funny. He will live forever in the hearts of all who knew him. I wish Tammie and Julia the best, even though they have lost a beautiful presence in their lives.
Andy Wiener
September 11, 2006
Rachel and I think about you a lot, Jon. Couldn't let this day go by without letting you know.
-kai-
Jean Rossi Wergeles
September 11, 2006
Tammy, we worked together at AT&T years ago yet I often think of you and your family and hope you are doing well. I gave birth to my twins in November of 2001 and remember that you were pregnant at that time as well. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
a Beta Theta Pi brother
September 11, 2006
Thinking of you and your family. May God rest your soul and watch over the beautiful family you left behind. Rest In Peace, brother.
This is Sadie, sleeping in my bed on her first night with us.
Christine Corson
September 11, 2006
Dear Jon,
You never knew me, but I have a special connection to you. Your wonderful Akita, Sadie - she lives with me and my family now. She's a fantastic dog - it's obvious she's been through a lot since you left this world so suddenly, but I want you, and Tammy, to know that Sadie is doing fantastic - we spoil her rotten. As a matter of fact, I just gave her a hug and a biscuit - god, she just loves biscuits... I'm so sorry your family had to be torn apart, to bring her into our lives, but just know that your dog could not be happier or healthier, and that we love her very, very much.
Christine Reiter (Vazquez)
September 10, 2006
To the family of Jon Perconti,
I came across this website today and just want to give my respect to Jon's family. I went to school with Jon. He was a few years younger than me. They planted a tree in memory for him at Lodi High School. God will look over him.
Karin Annunziato
September 10, 2006
To the family of Jon,
I grew up in Lodi and had the privilege of going to school with Jon and Tammy.
On this eve of Sept. 11th, I have this terrible ache in my heart as I have for the past 5 years. The loss of Jon was tremendous to all who knew him. My prayers are with Tammy and Julia as well as Jon's mom and family every day.
I remember watching Tammy on Oprah and just crying my eyes out for her and for Jon.
I am angry that we do not honor this day as a national holiday. I hate that tomorrow morning I will have to take my children to school and miss the 8:46 A.M. moment of silence as well as the ones for when the planes hit the buildings. I will have my own personal moments of silence but truly wish we, at least on the East coast, would shut down the schools and pay tribute to these wonderful men and women who lost their lives that day.
God Bless Jon and his family. Know that you will all reunite again.
Nikki Santora
September 2, 2006
Dear Jon,
It is Setember 2, 2006, there is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. It has been five long hard years and we still cannot believe you are not here with us. I will always remember seeing you on September 9, 2001, being so proud of you and all that you accomplished, most of all becoming a fine young.
I can still see your loving smile and feel your hug. I will always admire your love of family and friends, and your heart of gold.
Jon I ask you again to watch over Mommy, her heart is broken, she misses you terribly.
You will forever be in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
May Gold Rest Your Soul
With all My Love Nikki
Mike Scimeca
August 20, 2006
Tammy and Jon,
Our prayers go out to all of you. A sin to see such a good life end so abruptly. Jon will always be with you in spirit Tammy. God Bless
Christine Araco
July 30, 2006
Jon, everytime I think of you I remember how you made your Mother and emily proud. There is not a day that passes that I don't pray for you and your family. Your daughter is your legacy. may God bless her always. You will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
Anthony Perconte Jr
March 25, 2006
Dear John,
We never met but I feel as if I new you. Sounds strange, but it makes sense because we are cousins. Half of our family spells Perconte with an I, and some with the E,but that doesn't matter because blood is blood. Our prayers go out to your family, and we send them our love.
Anthony Perconte JR
Nikki Santora
September 17, 2005
Dearest Jon
Rest in peace my dear Jon.
You are in my thoughts and prayers everyday
Love Nikki
Natalea Honeycutt
September 11, 2005
Dear Jon,
You are missed deeply by everyone you touched. My brother Dave most of all. You were and are best buddies forever. Being Godfather to your daughter is the greatest honor Dave has received and he looks forward to the day he can tell her all about her wonderful father and how he touched everyone's life. He may tell her all about the trips and fun yall had together - he'll probably skip the stories concerning the parties in your younger days. But he will tell her all about you. We miss and think of you everyday and we all look forward to seeing you again - one day.
Nikki Santora
September 8, 2004
Dearest Jon,
It has been three long hard years since you were taken from us. Our hearts are heavy with sadness missing you so much. Jon you had the brightest smile the warmest heart.
Jon watch over Mommy she misses you terribly, for you were her life her heart is broken.
You will forever be in our heart our thoughts and prayers.
May you rest in Peace
With all My Love
Nikki
Michele
April 6, 2003
Jon, I came across this web site today and I thought Id write. There are soo many things I'd like to say but still find it hard to find the words. I think of you often and wish we had never grown apart. We were young and I think it was out of our control but Im still angry at myself because I let it happen. I will always cherish the memories I have of us together as children and someday I will see you again. Rest in peace Jon..Love Shelly
Nikki Santora
January 19, 2003
In Loving Memory of
Dear Jon A. Perconti, Jr.
You are so loved and sadly missed. You are in my heart and prayers.
With all My Love
Nikki
Lisa Pettinato
September 23, 2002
To the Family of Jon A. Perconti,
On this past September 11th, I attended a memorial service at my school, The University of Pittsburgh. There, we each recieved a flag with the name of one of the victims of 9-11. I recieved one with Jon's name on it and I said a prayer for him and for his family.
May God Bless You,
Lisa Pettinato
Gary Peppas
September 19, 2002
Tammy,
I have thought of Jon, you and your daughter so many times. In Hoboken when I worked on your home, I got to meet you and Jon. Jon was always doing for others, so I thought what can I do or what could I say. My heart goes out to you. I now have a daughter Gianna, born May 25, 2001, I hope some day our children can meet. If Gianna would some day come home with a new friend, a little ms Perconti, I would tell her this about her father: Jon was a good man, he always did for others, he was generous, kind, and warm hearted. I'll never forget one evening he took about 10 guys out to dinner. He saw to it that we each had a lobster and a filet mignon and plenty to drink. He will be missed.
Lori Pencavage-Seabolt
September 12, 2002
Jon and Tammy,
We had a lot of good laughs and fun together in Hoboken. I used to live with Pat G. I am so sorry for your loss. I think about and pray for you.
Lucy Teneyuque
September 12, 2002
To the family of Jon Anthony Perconti,
Today is Sept. 11, 2002 and we just got back from a memorial service in our town, Tinley Park, IL. At the service they passed out flags with victims names attached to them. Our flag had Jon's name on it. We prayed for him and for you.Our hearts are aching for you and all of the families. The Teneyuque Fam.
Stacy Curtis
September 11, 2002
Tammy...
I first saw you on Oprah and from that moment on your story has stayed with me. I then saw you and your little girl in People magazine and actually was able to smile for you....as a mother I know what a child can do for your spirit. You are strong and courageous and I pray for you and your daughter, that you may find happiness and peace once again. God Bless.
September 9, 2002
Jon,
We had lots of fun times at RU. Always brings a smile to my face when I think of them. I pray for the comfort of your family.
-A friend from Rutgers
Deidra
September 8, 2002
I think of you everyday that I work with your mother.She is a very strong person but in her eye's I see sadness..But the joy of when your wife Tammy and your beautiful little girl Julia walks in to visit her at work is the most beautiful thing to see.And I know you are watching over them.Your smile Lit up a room and now your daughter has that same smile.God Bless you Jon Love Deidra
Cathi Daniels
September 6, 2002
Dear Jon,
May God bless you and your family that you left behind. You went to school in Lodi with my daughter Chrissie and your wife, Tammy went to school with my son Jeff, so I had the priveledge of watching you grow up before my very own eyes. May God rest your soul and his light shine on your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Daniels
The William Marra Family
May 22, 2002
Our sympathies to Jon's family. My husband, William Marra, is a distant cousin of Jon and I discovered this site in tribute to the victims.
My prayer is that Our Heavenly Father will restore the loss and grief that Jon's family has in their hearts. May God bless all those who knew Jon and may He lift you up in ways that you cannot imagine.
Sincerely,
The William Marra Family
Henderson, Nevada
Angie Campbell
May 9, 2002
May God Bless you and the family taht you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in his loving peace forever more.
Kathryn Sandlin
April 22, 2002
My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always...I came to visit with my cousins in Lodi, who live just across the street from the cousins of Jon's wife. I must tell you that Jon will live forever in the hearts of those who knew him and even those of us who didn't!
Peace be with you!
Sincerely,
Kathryn Hinds Sandlin
... ???
April 7, 2002
you smile when you feel like crying, you act like your ok when your really falling apart, and you let go... you move on because there is nothing else you can do.
Nikki Santora
April 2, 2002
My Dear Jon
A loving soul that I miss so much and think about you everyday.
jon paul lomonaco
March 25, 2002
Jon
You have left an indelible mark on my life. I always thought that we'd meet again, and share the stories of our lives since the last time we'd seen each other.
I'll miss you.
Your friend
Jon Paul
March 23, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN...JON A.PERCONTI JR. AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..STAY CLOSE..PRAY...AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01...GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK FOREVER..MAY JESUS AND ST.JOHN GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Anonymous
March 18, 2002
I don't know you personally, but I have come to know you through someone who goes way back with your mother. I have heard nothing but great things about you and have been keeping you and your family in my prayers ever since 9/11. May God rest your soul and all of his perpetual light shine on your family, especially your new daughter who will be loved and guided throughout her whole life. I hear she is a beauty.
Amy Walsh
January 17, 2002
Dear Jon,
I just wanted to tell you that I think of you always and hope that you are taking good care of my Stitch up there. He's not as tough as the rest of you! You were a wonderful friend to Stitch and I, and I am forever thankful for all the happy times you brought into our lives. I miss you terribly and promise to to take good care of Tammy and Julia. You have one beautiful daughter J.P.! You will remain in my heart forever. Tell Stitch I love him. Love you always, Amy
Teresa Jahn
December 16, 2001
We area very sorry for your loss of Jon. 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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