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Peter Mardikian Obituary
Peter E. Mardikian had both good and bad timing: good, because he met his future wife, Corinne, at Ohio State University, where they lived in the same dorm; and bad, because, try as he might, after graduation, there never seemed to be a good time for her to move to New York to be with him.
Mr. Mardikian, who worked at Imagine Software, traveled a lot in his job after college. Corinne Mardikian ‹ graduated after him and did not want to be in New York unless they could be together.
"It was very tough to live apart," said Mrs. Mardikian. "The time was never right to actually be together."
But Mr. Mardikian, 29, had grown up in Princeton, N.J., dreaming of living in Manhattan and working on Wall Street. Though he never made it to Wall Street, less than two years ago, the timing was finally right, and his future wife moved in with him.
"His closure was her coming to Manhattan," said his friend and former roommate, Eric Boucher. "He wouldn't have been complete without getting married to Cori."
On Sept. 11, Mr. Mardikian was attending a conference at Windows on the World. He had been married for six weeks.
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Kathleen Koelsch
April 16, 2025
My family (Snow) remembers the Mardikian Family, especially Monica and Peter from much earlier days in Portage, MI. I can´t recall exactly how and when we met, however I do have a strong recollection of your family´s kindness and genuineness. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Please know that when my husband and I are in NYC in May to visit our daughter, we will certainly be paying our respects to your son, brother, husband, and uncle.
With Peace & Love, Kathleen Koelsch (Snow)
Jess
September 11, 2024
Thinking of you and your family, Pete. Twenty-three years and still so hard to fathom.
Denise O'Brien
September 10, 2024
23 years you have been gone in a few short hours from now. Still thinking of you and your family.
Jackie Mardikian
September 14, 2023
Dear son,
Twenty-two years have passed and life continues to be a struggle without you in it. We all miss you so much. We tell Monica´s children about you. Emma and Tyler love to hear stories about their sweet uncle Peter.You will never be forgotten and will remain in our hearts forever. Love forever
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Mary-Ellen Mullen
September 12, 2023
Remembering you and your family ❤
Cindy Casserly
September 12, 2023
Never, ever forgotten.
Denise
September 11, 2023
Pete, I cannot believe it has been 22 years since you were taken...still thinking of you...
Denise
September 11, 2022
Pete, the thought that you have been gone for 21 years blows my mind. I am so happy to have known you, worked with you and were friends. You are still so missed...Your family is in my thoughts...
Patrick Hadden
September 9, 2022
I still remember playing tennis with Pete and Steve on the upper East side. Great guy. Still missed.
Mary-Ellen Mullen
September 12, 2021
Thought of you and your family yesterday. Always remembered❤
Jack Salvi
September 12, 2021
Hello, my Dad is Alex Salvi. He is a friend of the family and he told me the story of Peter. I am 11 years old and I've started to recognize this year how bad 9/11 was. I'm so sorry about Peter. I can't believe what happened, but he will always be in our hearts.
Jess
September 11, 2021
Thinking of you and your family still. Especially today. That twenty years have gone by boggles my mind. I was recently reminded of a particularly funny exchange we had, and I just could not stop laughing. That's what it was like back then and I'm still so thankful I got to know and work with you.
Cynthia Casserly
September 12, 2020
Every year I think of Peter and his family, say a prayer and never forgetting all we lost on that day. God bless and protect the USA.
Mary-Ellen Mullen
September 12, 2020
9/11/2020
I will always remember meeting your mother at the Ground Zero Memorial and hearing your story.
My most sincere sympathy to your whole family
Jess
September 11, 2020
19 years, it's hard to believe. Thinking of you and remembering fun times at work when things felt so carefree.
Judy Hagey
September 10, 2020
While I never I as Peter as an adult, I remember meeting him at an Upjohn International open house. I worked with his dad, Alec. Peter colored a picture for me that Alec gave me. My thoughts and hugs go out to Alex and Shaken every year on 9/11.
October 11, 2019
Gone too soon, RIP.
Jess
September 11, 2019
I was going through some old things last month and came across an MLA guide for business letters that you had given me... on a 3.5" floppy!! It gave me a laugh, and brought me right back to those times. How I wish you were still here. Thinking of you and your family often, especially today.
Cynthia Casserly
September 11, 2019
Thinking of all of you and sending continued prayers. Peter was a bright, talented man gone way too soon. As a nation we grieve for the tragedy and loss that changed our world forever.
Mary-Ellen Mullen
September 11, 2019
We will never forget Peter ❤❤
Denise
September 10, 2019
Still wishing you were with us...18 years...this boggles my mind.
Kindred Family
April 18, 2019
We send our continued sincere condolences to your family. Daily may God give the needed strength and comfort. Pete is still fondly remembered.
D Tallman
April 13, 2019
Pete, recalled vividly a memory at OSU, your roommate from Syracuse, cant remember his name, just his raspy voice and his long white anorak he always wore... we were eating at Morrill cafeteria... they served up what was certainly yesterdays spaghetti mixed with pizza from the day before, gave it the name Johnny Marzetti on the menu list... Pete was washing down his 3rd bite of the mix, when his roommate outed "how is the Marzetti?", milk shot out of Pete and his contagious laugh made us all laugh, and not get mad that he soaked our meals... thanks again Pete... some memories last forever
Jess
September 11, 2018
Seventeen years ago sometimes still feels like just yesterday. I think of you often, remembering all the fun and laughs we shared. I'm still so thankful for having known you, and for the kindness and friendship you showed me from the start. You might not have realized the impact you would have, but one thing in particular you told me once when I was having a rough time was something I continued to think of whenever I would start to doubt things throughout the years. It kept me hopeful, and it turned out you were right all along. I'll never forget that, or you.
Erin
September 11, 2018
Thinking about you and your family, today and through the year.
Denise
September 10, 2018
Even though 17 years have now gone by, still think of you often.
Anonymous
February 17, 2018
I am so, so sorry about the loss of Peter. A life was taken too soon. I imagine he must have been an amazing man. May God comfort you always. He will never leave your side. I can not even begin to imagine what you go through on 9/11 and now. He is never forgotten. Words must can not describe the sadness I feel for your family. He will always be remembered. May God be always with you. May the road rise to meet you, may the wind be always at your back. May the sunshine warm upon your face. May the rain fall softly on your fields. Until we meet again. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. God bless you all. My prayers are with you, Corine, Mr. And Mrs. Beskid, and family.
MaryAnn Soja
September 11, 2016
My husband, son (who was 4 months old on 9-11-01), and I were making our first visit to the memorial on Peters birthday. We did not know him, but have read his story since taking a photo with the rose placement which brought particular attention to him. Many prayers for his family and friends.
Robert, MaryAnn, and Shea Soja
Naples, Florida
Mary-Ellen Mullen
September 11, 2016
We will never forget
Denise
September 10, 2016
After all these years, many things have happened that have been wonderful, that I almost forget, but never do. I still still miss you and hope that your family is doing well after all this time. You are still truly missed!!!
September 12, 2015
Watched some of the documentaries yesterday and repeatedly thought of Peter and your family. Sending prayers. The world will never forget or ever be the same.
Mary-Ellen Mullen
September 11, 2015
Never forgotten
Denise
September 10, 2015
14 years have gone by so fast and yet so slow at times, but still missing you...
Mary-Ellen Mullen
September 12, 2014
Remembering
Lauren Gillian
September 11, 2014
Remembering a fellow buckeye today... Rest in peace.
S J. Friscia III
August 13, 2014
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
January 8, 2014
God Bless you Peter. You are never forgotten!!!
Mary-Ellen Mullen
September 12, 2013
I told your mother that I would always remember you. I included your name in a remembrance ceremony yesterday in Rhode Island. Peace.
Herman Facchinelli
September 11, 2013
Peter,
We never met but I married your cousin Jennifer. I have heard many wonderful stories about you from Jen and her family. Based on everything I have heard and all the postings here, you seemed like a great guy and you will definitely be missed. Rest in peace
Mary
September 11, 2013
GOD BLESS YOU!!! NEVER FORGET!! MAY U REST IN PEACE!!
Brett Adelman
September 11, 2013
Gone but not forgotten.
PJ Cosgrove
September 11, 2012
Pete, and family,
We are a decade plus one away from that terrible day. The members of our pledge class (LSD) are getting older, but the passage of time just underscores the promise and loss that was Pete's life. I try to live better knowing this everyday. That is one way we all remember Pete and it is a part of his legacy. Thank you to Pete and you for that. You are in our thoughts and prayers, and after dinner tonight Pete is now in my kids' prayers. They may not know you, Pete, but they will know of you. Peace be with you.
Erin Richards
September 11, 2012
Thinking of you and the other victims of "9/11". Your family is forever in our prayers.
Marguerite Mardikian
September 11, 2012
11 years ago, we lost our sweet nephew Peter in the north tower of the WTC.
We will always cherish and remember the wonderful memories of your kind and caring nature.
Bob
September 11, 2012
Pete: My FM tennis teammate, Limestone co-worker, driver's ed partner... RIP my friend. Mardikian family, peace.
Mary-Ellen Mullen
September 6, 2012
I met your mother at the WTC Memorial Site on August 26 2012. She touched my heart as I saw the unending grief and love in her eyes. I told her I would always remember you and I will. I wish your family the peace that comes with remembering the beautiful young man that you were. Your spirit lives on through them.
Dean Catlett
August 12, 2012
I did not know Peter. I am just a stranger who wants to express his condolences. I am so sorry that this happened, to Peter and everyone else who died. Rest in peace.
Ara Ghorghorian
September 12, 2011
My Condolences to Mardikian Family
Asdoudzmov mekhitarvik.
Hilda Derartinian
September 12, 2011
My condolences to Mardikian family. We pray that these violent acts will no longer happen in our country.
Melissa S
September 12, 2011
<3
Mac Tyler
September 12, 2011
My prayers are with your family! I love you!
Daniel Gueuzubeuyukian
September 12, 2011
Dear Loved ones,
After 10 years of thinking, researching and meditating about 9/11, today, September 11, during the reading of the names of the victims, I just found out that an Armenian was lost in the world trade center.I am sorry I am 10 years late, but never the less I would love to talk to you and even meet you folks, and exchange a hug and a kiss, from Southern California with Love
September 11, 2011
Pete, what a great man and ao much to offer. Love you brother, your PHI TAU Brother Billy Barrow
Benson
September 11, 2011
G-d bless you and your family. May your memory be a blessing.
Andrea (Hinds) Patrick
September 11, 2011
I am thinking of you, Peter, and your family today. God Bless all of you!
Colin Powell
September 11, 2011
Thinking of you today, Pete, and at least once a week for the last ten years. Wish you were still around, but you and your friendly spirit will never be forgotten.
Colin
Dan
September 11, 2011
Thinking of you.
Cindy Casserly
September 11, 2011
Thinking of you Peter and your wonderful family on the 10th anniversary of this tragic event. Heard over the years that you were in the Twin Towers and often sent thoughts of prayer and healing to your family. Today, as I watch the Memorial programs I was moved to google search your name. I came across pictures of you, your sister, your mom and dad. Brought back fond memories of being neighbors and friends in Point-O-Woods. Remembering you and our son, Chad, playing soccer together. I also enjoyed reading the articles about your accomplishments and great talents. Ten years after the attach, you and your family are not forgotten. God Bless America. The Casserly Family
Brian Murray
September 10, 2011
God Bless Pete - Think about you and your family every year at this time - Take care up there - keep making people laugh :)
Denise
September 10, 2011
Peter,
Just wanted to let you know that I am thinking about you and your family. I just wish you could have been here to meet my family -- Matty and Abby would have gotten a kick out of you. Miss you still.
September 9, 2011
I'm certain there are hundreds of people around the country that will be keeping you and your family in their thoughts and hearts this weekend.
BA
RPB
September 4, 2011
Dieker,
Miss you buddy!! I know you are watching over all of us and I think of you all the time. My time with you at OSU made me a better man. Your stories were one of a kind and your passion for life was contagious!! 10 years and u still make me smile!! Love u !!
May 2, 2011
They got him Pete. I know that matters little right now but thought you should know. I can only image what you are saying right now... God bless and I will always remember how you made me laugh!
Billy C.
Erin
May 2, 2011
The world is a little less evil today. Osama Bin Laden is dead. God bless America, God bless the Mardikian's.
stranger
November 25, 2010
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!
Vicki Fabricant
September 11, 2010
Hi Peter,
I remember the first time we met our freshman year at Ohio State. I liked you right away because you were from the East Coast like me! I also remember seeing you at the KD house with Cori. I wasn't surprised to hear that you two married. You were meant for each other. God Bless you and your family, Peter. You are truly missed.
Vicki
September 11, 2010
9 years ago today, Peter's life and other innocents were taken away from their loved ones. Prayers and blessings to Peter, his family and friends. May Peter's soul be in peace.
We will never forget.
D Tallman
May 30, 2010
Pete, I am glad I was able to be your friend at OSU. I will never forget your laugh and the way you flattened the front of your shoes. God bless you and your family.
Kris Jordan
September 11, 2009
Pete:
I've prayed for you and your family many times. We had a few late night talks about "life" while we were in college. I appreciated the wisdom you gave to a young fellow like me. God bless you Pete.
Monica
September 11, 2009
Petey, It's hard to believe that 8 years have gone by. So much of my life ended on that awful day with you. I think about you every day and wish that I could hear your laughter or see you smile again. I have a daughter now who's 5 months old. A day hasn't gone by that I haven't told her about the special uncle that you would have been. We all miss you so dearly. Love, your little sis, Monica
Eric Boocock
September 11, 2009
The picture of you on this site is perfect and exactly how I remember you. Thinking of you Pete.
Denise
September 11, 2009
Just want you to know that I am still thinking about you and missing you. I am remembering all of the prank phone calls you made pretending to be irate clients and am smiling...it has been a while since I have been able to smile while thinking about you, but the tears are always right behind.
Brett Adelman
September 11, 2009
Rest In Peace Pete.
To Pete's family, you are in our thoughts once again on this the 8th anniversary of Pete's death.
Erin Richards
September 11, 2009
Hi Pete! I remember you from Freshman year at Ohio State. I am thinking of you and your family always but especially today.
Kevin Golden
September 11, 2009
Peter My Friend,
Everyone who knows you thinks of you all the time. We are all fortunate to have had a friend as unique and cool as you. You left an indelible mark on all of us and your legacy will always live on. Go Bucks!
We Miss You!
Kevin
scott sherman
September 11, 2009
It is unbelievable that you have been gone this long. The profound effect that you had on my life, forgetting the lives of so many others you touched, cannot be measured. I still think of you all the time and I ache deep inside constantly. You were so special, your humor and fun made for a magical time in my life. I thank god for our week in Lake Tahoe for it gave us time to just be friends, and you were a great friend, and, if your parents will forgive me, the son I never had!
Someday, eh? Someday. I can hardly wait.
Scott
Jackie Mardikian
June 12, 2009
Dear Peter,
You touched so many people's lives in your own sweet, kind and funny ways. You wanted the whole world to be happy and to enjoy life the way you used to. Your spirit lives in me forever. We all miss you more than words can ever describe. What can I do with all this sadness??
Jackie Mardikian,
Mother of Peter E. Mardikian
Doug Abraham
December 27, 2008
Happy Birthday!!!
P.J. Cosgrove
October 24, 2008
Pete,
I was thinking of you today. As you said so many times, "how are you doing?" Well Pete, I hope OSU beats Penn State tomorrow, and you are looking down on it.
We miss you.
PJC
Annette Sackman Weersma
September 11, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Colleen
September 11, 2008
Thinking of all the crazy antics in NYC. What a great time and funny memories. Thinking of of you this am and throughout the years..it's our season! Go Bucks!
John Foy
March 23, 2008
I hung out with a couple of the guys from FM this weekend down in Atlanta. There were a lot of laughs about the good times we all had together. Miss you buddy.
Doug Abraham
December 27, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Brett Adelman
November 14, 2007
Pete-
This past Halloween, I couldn't help thinking about the finest homemade pumpkin seeds I've ever eaten. And to think you made them in a crappy little toaster oven in the Phi Tau house! All these years later (that has to be almost 15 yrs. now), the memories of you are cherished by all of us who are blessed to consider you our friend.
BA
Andrea Hinds Patrick
September 11, 2007
To the entire Mardikian Family,
I knew Peter when we were kids playing in our Point-O-Woods neighborhood. I was so deeply saddened when I found out that Peter had lost his life in the attacks on 9/11.
I wanted you to know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm only sorry that it took 6 years to get this message to you.
I hope that you find peace in your warm memories of Peter.
Jessica Hickey
September 11, 2007
Pete,
Thinking of you and your family often.
Jess
Melissa Mayville-Johnson
September 11, 2007
Mr & Mrs Mardikian and Peter's Wife
I went to school with Peter at
F-M in NY. I just wanted to let you know Peter is remembered. The Mardikian family is in my prayers for strength.
Spencer Markatos
August 31, 2007
I miss you Dieker! I know your birthday was this week. Boy would you have been an old timer!
I want to take this chance to say hello to Pete's family as well as it's been a very long time since I've checked in to say hello. I know there is much sorrow still and I think about Pete all the time myself. I miss you all and hope as time goes by the pain of your loss may ease year after year.
I miss you all
Spence
Tom Flynn
July 15, 2007
Peter- we think about you all the time and pray for your family and friends.
Brendan Shaw
February 18, 2007
Mardikian Family,
I wanted to share a story with you about Pete. I played baseball with Pete at F-M for a year or two. As most kids are when they are a year or two younger than their teammates, I was the object of pranks, teasing, etc. Growing up provides everyone with moments where they see the darker side of people and start to think 'I don't have a friend in the world.' It was on several of those dark occasions where Pete's character and goodness made life a little easier for me. Sensing my anguish, Pete was not afraid to step away from his (older) classmates and offer me a kind word, a joke, or something to lift my spirits. Life becomes a lot easier when you feel that, 'ok, maybe I do have a friend.' Pete was able to provide that to me. I have always thought about how he treated me on those bad days and I have always treated others with the same kindness and friendship he showed me.
You don't need me to tell you that Pete was a wonderful person and that he had a generous, kind, and loving soul. But I wanted to share my memory of Pete with you, as I am sure it is a story you never heard before. I have been thinking about telling this story for several years, but it has been on hold due to the losses my family and I suffered on that day. My cousin, Michael P. Lunden, was the hardest of the fifteen or so funerals I attended.
After Pete left F-M, I did not see him again until maybe 1998 or 1999. I ran into him several times while I was living in Manhattan, but I never got the chance to thank him for being so good to me. So I would like to thank you. I believe that Pete's kindness is a reflection of the kindness and love he received from his family. As a benefactor of his kindness, I want to thank you for Pete and tell you how truly grateful I am that our paths crossed.
Regards,
Brendan P. Shaw
P Tabbernor
December 22, 2006
In remembrance....
Kristine
November 14, 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.
Jay Spoerl
September 12, 2006
Dear Pete,
God bless you, and keep you in his warm embrace.
As a father living so far away from New York City, (Wisconsin) I can only say that your loss will never be forgotten. I will hold my children longer, and remember to love them harder. I feel I not only owe to them, but to you as well. Your sacrifice is a constant reminder that the only thins that is forever is a family's love.
Rest in eternal peace!
Jennifer Orchanian
September 11, 2006
Hi Pete,
I can't believe 5 years have gone by since you've been gone. I was thinking a lot about the Labour Day weekend we spent together 5 years ago and how much fun we had laughing on the train ride back to the city. I still think about you every single day- sometimes I think this can't possibly have happened and pray that I'll wake up from this bad dream. I am comforted by the little signs I see and hear from you.
I spent today with Daniel and Lisa, and was just thinking how sad it is that Daniel will never know you in person. I like to think that you are his guardian angel and that you'll watch over him.
Love,
Jenny
brett adelman
September 11, 2006
Pete-
Thinking about you and your family today.
Bless you all.
Brett
eric lockovitch
September 6, 2006
I will be reading Pete's name this year on 9/11. I want to know the story behind each name I read. I will be thinking of all of you on 9/11. I know how it feels to hear their name on that day.
Jackie Mardikian
April 12, 2005
My dearest son,
The best way to describe how I feel is INCOMPLETE. My life was always all about the kids: Peter and Monica. And now you are gone. I do not feel whole any more. I feel joy when I am with dad and Monica, but there is a deep EMPTINESS without you.
How can I bring meaning back to my life!! I will always struggle with your loss.
I love you forever,
Mom
Jackie Mardikian
January 13, 2005
My dearest son,
I keep on praying for inner peace. I miss you more and more each day. I wish you could make me laugh again.
You are with me always.
Love you, mom
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