Robert Frank Tipaldi

Robert Frank Tipaldi

Robert Tipaldi Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Nov. 20 to Sep. 13, 2001.
Eager to Share the Wealth
At 25, Robert Tipaldi was generous in success, his relatives say. Two months ago, he bought a summer home in New Jersey, where he loved to entertain family and friends. Next year, he planned to buy a boat for his 40-foot dock at the house. "He wanted to enjoy everything and have everybody enjoy his fortune as well," said his stepfather, Gerard Lombardo.

Mr. Tipaldi rode a motorcycle, went skydiving, played ice hockey and planned to become engaged to his girlfriend next year. He lived in Bellmore, N.Y., with his mother, Stella Lombardo, and his stepfather. Mr. Tipaldi was an assistant trader with Cantor Fitzgerald on the 104th floor of 1 World Trade Center. He cherished the job for its intensity and excitement, Mr. Lombardo said. On the morning of the attacks, his mother heard from Mr. Tipaldi one last time. He told her he loved her and to tell everybody he loved them, too.

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April 10, 2025

Marisa posted to the memorial.

March 24, 2025

Armando AKA Mondi posted to the memorial.

September 12, 2024

steven savino Queens/Masten lake posted to the memorial.

273 Entries

Marisa

April 10, 2025

Hi Rob,
I haven´t written in a few years. Came across this site randomly and wanted to say how much we miss you! Joe and I wouldn´t have each other or our family if it wasn´t for your insisting. U made sure to play match maker before your amazing life was cut short with the guys.
Our boys are doing amazing and they been honored by you to be blessed with your scholarship at school. Thank you! We had laughs and lots of fun and always keep you dear to our hearts. Love and miss u.
Marisa

Armando AKA Mondi

March 24, 2025

Thank you Robert, thank you for that ride home from Bally's gym on 86th st with your new White Acura Type S after our workouts. I'll never forget how happy you were with that car and it's Euro-shifter. Thank you for those laughs on Halloween night at Enigma night club with your suspenders, highwater pants, and poindexter glasses with the white tape in the center, nerd costume. You were always happy with those pearly white teeth. knowing how I worked two jobs, would offer me a job at Cantor Fitz with you and I never found the time to make it. Your generosity and love to help others is what I remember most. And again thank you. Mom did a great job raising an amazing man. RIP & God Bless your soul.

steven savino Queens/Masten lake

September 12, 2024

just had to stop by for my usual hello....nothings changed . miss ya brother...

Eric

September 11, 2024

I don´t know Robert, but I took this picture while visiting the memorial. I read his story and he sounds like a truly amazing and accomplished young man. I just wanted to share this photo with his friends and family. Gob Bless.

Stephen

September 11, 2024

Hi Uncle Rob. I never met you, but, I've heard stories, and I feel like I know you. I miss you every single day. I will remember and miss you every single day. I love you forever and ever.

Bobbi-Anne Brennan (Lombardo)

September 11, 2023

Thinking of Rob and the Tipaldi Family today. I had the pleasure of meeting Rob as a teenager on Masten Lake. My family (The Brennan´s) owned a summer home only a few houses down the road. We lost one of our own on this day as well. Sending love to all who Rob touched.

Deana freed

September 10, 2023

Rob tomorrow will make 22 yrs without you momma and I miss u terribly I love you cuz and always will keep watching over us my guardian Angel xoxo

Celeste Sacino

August 30, 2023

love and miss you everyday

steven savino masten lake

August 29, 2023

it's just about that time of year again and again, not a week goes bye where I don't think about my boy Rob, he's always on my mind , I can't stop thinking about what it would be like to still have him in my life in the year 2023....simply put Rob was pretty much the koolest dude I ever met. the charisma he had was infectious, no matter who you where or what're you were, you just loved Rob
miss you so much my brother.... what a total loss to this messed up world we all live in now , Rob all on his own could of made it a much better place... and that last sentence, sums up who robber tipaldi really was , a total loss for humanity.... miss you and love you my brother

STEVE SAVINO

February 19, 2022

its over 20 years and I never stop thinking about rob , I miss him so much and wish I could talk to him right now, Rob was my brother from another mother..

Thomas Tacopino

September 8, 2021

It might be 20 years but our feelings don’t change no matter how long it’s been. When 9/11 comes around it feels like it was yesterday. You along with the other 2,996 lives were taken to soon. Your family thinks of you all year long. We know your at peace and not in pain after that tragic day. You are an Angel. God bless you Robert and continue watching over us all ❤ Cousin, Thomas

Celeste Sacino

September 4, 2021

I always remember the wonderful memories of joyful times together I love and miss you Robert Frank

Deana freed

September 3, 2021

hey Cuz just wanted to say I miss and love you I miss u more every single day ik in a few days it will be 20 years since u been gone I still wish u were here so I can hug you and tell u that I love you I wish I could hear your voice everyday I miss you so much my heart still aches to know your gone I will always love u cuz btw I got a bf hes sweet funny loving and caring oh rob I wish u could meet him my bf makes me smile everyday rob he makes me happy and I know u want to see me happy oh momma is doing okay she misses you a lot too anyway cuz keep watching over us


love you always
-deana freed xoxo

Deana Freed

February 14, 2021

I miss u so much rob I’m still thinking about you every day I still hold u in my heart I hope I keep making u proud your little cousin isn’t so little anymore I’ll be 20 years old in two weeks I wish u were here for my birthday and to watch me grow up I love u

Momma and uncle Thomas and aunt Stella and me miss u lots keep watching over me love u always - cousin deana
Xoxo

Kindred Family

October 19, 2019

We care about you and your family and send our heartfelt condolences. Everyday may God give the needed help and support as you try to cope with such a sad loss. Words can't remove the pain but they do show that others still do care. Rob is still missed greatly and will be remembered fondly.

Celeste Sacino

September 19, 2019

always thinking of you

September 18, 2019

Ive been thinking of you, Richie & Jude and cant find the words even after all these years. I speak to you often but I want you to know that you helped me be a better person. You made me smile and brought so much laughter in the short time I knew you. I had the utmost respect for you then and will always cherish the memories. You were a class act my friend, one in a million. xo

Deana Freed

September 10, 2019

I miss u Robert even though we never met I love u Rob u will always be my cousin in my heart

Tony Farina

May 1, 2019

Rob,

You were always a great guy. We all had fun together in Xaverian and the times after graduation. Now my our dear Friend John Riccardi has joined you. May your soul shine I the afterlife

Stella Lombardo

May 6, 2013

My dear son, Robert,
Happy Birthday in heaven. Another year of heartache and pain missing and loving you so much. Today we will celebrate your life and the wonderful and special young man you were. I know you are with me everyday, and I need you to help keep me strong. Please watch over our family, your brother, sister, and their families. Love you always and forever, Mom

Lauren Saraniti

May 5, 2013

Happy birthday my brother... You will always be 25...I know you sing and dance with us, and you are laughing and crying when we do! Thank you for looking over your nephew!! He is amazing, and brings so much joy and happiness everyday!!! We love you and miss you so much! Love laur

Celeste Sacino

March 1, 2013

Always thinking of you

March 1, 2013

Hey Rob -
Just wanted to let you know that I have been thinking of you lately....watching your nephew grow has been amazing, and its nice to know that he has an angel looking over him wherever he is.

Jon

Paige Tipaldi

February 28, 2013

Hey Rob, I have started this project for my school called a memory book where we have to write chapters about certain topcis, this week i am doing how i became, and you are in it and how you made me become the beautiful person i am today, basically i miss you and i think about you all the time. I hope you are keeping uncle Ronnie company and Nanny, i miss all of you soo much. I wish you were still here so i can smile as big as I did as a kid. I miss you big bro. You are always in my heart.
LOVE
PAIGE <3

Stella Lombardo

February 25, 2013

Dearest Robert, I was thinking of you and missing you this morning, as I do everyday. It seems as the years pass, the memories of 9/11 fade for some, but not for me, your family, friends, and those who loved you so much. It's been a rough few months. Your house in brick was affected by "Sandy" and we are in the process of rebuilding. It will be beautiful again when it's done. It's amazing how we lost so much but the things with your name remained in tact, untouched. The yard was trashed but the little memorial for you was still in place. I guess you couldn't save everything but managed to guard all the things that mean alot to us. Anyway, the house should be done by late Spring, and we will enjoy our special place once again. Love you always and forever, Mom

Joseph Puzio

September 14, 2012

I knew roband worked out with him at ballys on 86th st rest in peace buddy can't believe it's been 11 years I remember u just bought a white Acura and gave me a lift home and I also know his brother richard

carol susinno

September 12, 2012

I feel I know you from all I hear from your loving family.You are among the brave and the strong that is the glue that holds our beloved country country together .You do REST IN PEACE!

Paul, Laura, Alexandria, Alayna and Jordan Wojenski

September 11, 2012

We never knew you personally Robert, However, we know your family and that is a testament to who you are.

September 11, 2012

Dear Rob,

Thinking of you today and your family. I cannot believe it has been 11 years. Rest in Peace my friend Josephine

Herbie

September 11, 2012

To the loving memory of Robert Frank Tipaldi... Robert you were and always will be remembered, loved, and missed so very much by your family & friends!!! 9-11-01 changed the life of your family & friends forever!Robert you will always live in the hearts of those that loved you so much!!!R.I.P Robert...

Celeste Sacino

September 11, 2012

Here we are again, it seems like it was only yesterday..I am so glad it is a beautiful day for all the people today..love and think of you always, Celeste..

Kevin Krogstad

September 11, 2012

Robert,

I want you to know that you and your family are in my family's hearts today. 11 years ago and I still get the same feelings of sorrow and anger when I relive what happened that day. Reading your mom's and sister's posts tears at my heart each and every time I read it. I did smile when I read that you became an uncle again. I'm sure your family will never forget about you and your nephews and nieces will grow up knowing all about you.

Rosalie Pinto

September 11, 2012

Rest in peace, Robert. You have a wonderful sister, and I am sure you were a wonderful person! Sincerely, Rosalie Pinto

Heidi Settimo

September 11, 2012

Hey there cuz!
We think of you every day, you're Great Uncle Philly is up there with you now too.. I can only imagine the cooking & baking he's doing so you could eat! Please keep watching over your family, and if it's not too much to ask, give my mom & dad a hug and kiss and tell them its from me.. tell your Uncle Philly to keep sending me little signs.. they make me smile...

Nicole R.

September 11, 2012

Rest in Peace

Nickie Piermatteo D'Angelo

September 11, 2012

Dear Rober,
after 11 years my family and I had the possibility to come to ground zero. While I was standing there praying for you
and realizing that you where there... it chilled my blood... and I could hardly stop my tears, but after I looked up to the sky and I knew that you, now are an angel watching down to all of us. We love you and we will never forget. Cousin Nickie, Ida and Francesco

Lauren Saraniti

September 10, 2012

My Dearest Brother,

So much has changed since you were taken from us. I have a light in my life. My son. Stephen Robert gives us such joy. Even with these last few days of attending mass and memorials, he has managed to keep me smiling. He knows your picture and your name. We pray to you every night. I could only imagine what kind of Uncle you would be. Stephen has that fire in his eye.. I know I am in trouble. Good trouble. We love you so much and miss you. You are part of us every day.
Love you Always,
Your Sister..

Chris Rosado

September 10, 2012

Dear Robert, you are always in my thoughts and my prayers. I looked up to you when I was a kid and I still look up to you today and I know your are smiling down at your family, friends and my sister Rose. I love you bro.

Stella Lombardo

September 10, 2012

Dearest Robert,
It's been eleven years since you left us. In some ways it seems like yesterday, and yet it feels like eternity since you were here with us. I miss you so much and my heart always aches for you. I pray that you are at peace and happy in heaven. I love you always and forever, Mom

Lauren Saraniti

May 6, 2012

Rob,
Another birthday we celebrate your life, this year Stephen will be apart of the reminiscing and I promise that he will know you, you live on through all of us. Happy Birthday in heaven! I am sure if you were here you would have some gray hair!! ( you would probably ask me To cover them up for you!!!) I love you!

Stella Lombardo

May 6, 2012

Dearest Robert,
36 years ago you entered this world, my world, with your curious nature, bright eyes and beautiful smile that lit up a room. You grew to become a wonderful young man and at 25 you were enjoying your life and success, but always with room in your life for family and friends. Then suddenly you were taken from us, but not without leaving an impact on everyone who knew you. For us, its not about the day you died but about all the days you lived, and today we will remember your life and celebrate all the great memories. We wish you a Happy Birthday in Heaven. I was blessed to be your mother and I will love you always and forever. Mom

Audra Rauso

March 20, 2012

Hi robert
Its audra rauso. U are deeply missed by so many people. May u rest in peace.i remember u as a little boy. U were so adorable. u became a handsome man. Ur parents n friends were so blessed to have you here on this earth. Watch over everyone because I know u became a special angel. rip robert.

Stella Lombardo

March 20, 2012

Hi Robert,
It must be pretty busy up there in heaven. You have so much family there, and I'm sure there was a celebration when Uncle Phil arrived; beautiful music, lots of funny jokes. I can only imagine what its like and I hope its as awesome as we believe. It doesn't change how much I miss you here. Stephen Robert's Baptism was perfect, and he was a very well behaved and happy little guy. But you know that because I am sure you were there. Richard did a great job as Godfather and gave a beautiful toast.
Anyway, you are with me everyday and I love you always and forever, Mom

March 20, 2012

Hi Rob, I read your entries all the time, but today I decided to write you. Your Uncle Philly is up there with you now too. I couldn't help but smile when I thought of you & him sitting up there enjoying a giant table full of crabs! Oh what wonderful dinners you all must be having up there! Hug your Uncle tight and tell him its from me ok? Love you, Heidi

March 19, 2012

Hey Rob - thanks for watching over Stephen Robert yesterday....we are going to give you all of the credit for him being such a good boy all day! Your mom gave Stephen your ring and he wore it around his neck yesterday. Love, Jon

celeste sacino

March 18, 2012

Hey Robert, Joanne and me were just sitting and talking about all the fun times we used to have in the country..and how you made them fun at the lake, or at bingo or down the road, how you turned us on to tocos and cool ranch doritos...we were always so glad to be with you, you always made us happy cause you were always a happy person...thinking and missing you..love always, Celeste...

Sunny Joseph

March 13, 2012

Hi Bob,
I have known you only through Lauren....I can just imagine, how important you were/are for that family.I envy you for being in their heart and mind for so much and so long.

Lauren Saraniti

March 13, 2012

Robert,
3 months ago you became an uncle again. Your nephew Stephen Robert is a happy, healthy, and a hungry baby!! He makes me smile all day and brings so much joy to our lives. There is no other feeling like being a mom. He has been a true gift. Hearing mommy laugh at him makes me feel so good that Jon and I were able to create that little bit of happiness. I know it doesn't fix her hole, but it certainly makes her heart smile.. I miss you and wish you could hold him. I know you do in your own way. I know you watch over us. I know you will be very present on Sunday when he is baptized and welcomed into the community of Christianity. I promise to make sure he knows his uncle.. Love you

Stella Lombardo

February 25, 2012

My dearest Son Robert,
Always thinking of you but it seems more than usual lately. You now have a beautiful new nephew Stephen Robert. He is so cute. He loves to eat, just like you did and he is always happy and smiling. Being around my 3 grandsons (your nephews) reminds me of you and Richard. I think back to when you were little boys. I've been doing that alot these days. Robert, Damian and Stephen are great little guys and they bring me joy and make my heart smile. I hope you can see them from heaven and watch over them. I miss you so much and my heart always aches for you. I will love you always and forever, Mom

Jon Saraniti

September 11, 2011

Thinking about today, just like every other day.... I could only imagine how much fun we would have had as brothers.
I promise to look after your sister - and we will get your nephew on skates as quickly as possible!

Love,
Jon

Paula DiMango

September 11, 2011

Thinking of you and your family Rob, you always put a smile on my face, God Bless.

Irene Huerta

September 11, 2011

"The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever. Psalm 23"

September 11, 2011

Hi Rob! Thinking of you and remembering your family today. I bought the Daily News and saw your name in the paper today. I cannot believe it has been 10 years already. You are greatly missed!

Love,
Josephine Ambrosino Perez

Richard Sanvenero

September 10, 2011

Dear Robert,

Tomorrow will be the 10th anniversary of the greatest tragedy to ever face the world and our family. I know we didn't see each other too much, but I will always remember the times that we did. Everyone tells me how great of a person you were. I look up to you as a cousin and as a person. You did great things and you still are doing great things in heaven. Your loss takes a toll on everyone, but I take it as strength to get me through my toughest times. I want you to know that I am proud of you and hope to achieve great things in life, just like you. Love you cousin and be well. Dio ti benedica

Thomas Tacopino

September 10, 2011

Rob,

Thinking of you and your family on this 10th Anniversary of 9/11. Love and God Bless.

Cousin, Thomas

Nick Pennachio

September 6, 2011

Every year at this time I remember the wonderful Tipaldi family from their house on Bay Ridge Parkway. Stella and Richard's 3 beautiful children lit up the neighborhood with their wonderful laughter. Robert shall be always remembered.

Nick and Joni

September 1, 2011

We are thinking of you today as always Robert Frank Tipaldi...

Paige

August 30, 2011

Hey rob miss you like crazy 10 years have gone by so fast it is like it happen yesterday . Well just wanted to tell u that I am speaking this year I am hoping you will be proud of me .THe summer was fun except I went to Avalon and I got attacked by two sea gulls and I have a fear of birds I brought this up because I thought of you and to help save me ight the sea gulls off I love u Robert I miss you Robert you will never leave my heart

Paige

August 30, 2011

Hey rob miss you like crazy 10 years have gone by so fast it is like it happen yesterday . Well just wanted to tell u that I am speaking this year I am hoping you will be proud of me .THe summer was fun except I went to Avalon and I got attacked by two sea gulls and I have a fear of birds I brought this up because I thought of you and to help save me ight the sea gulls off I love u Robert I miss you Robert you will never leave my heart

Lauren Saraniti

August 29, 2011

Robert,

10 years have gone by so fast. However, so much has changed.  10 years doesn't just represent how long you have been gone, but how much we have grown, new memories being born, how our lives have changed because of losing you. Losing you was and is still devastating, losing you has taught me to find positive in everything, everyone and  every situation. Even when there doesn't seem like there is any good, dig deep and find it. "life is too short and live with no regrets"  these quotes  seem so typical but they are true. You lived this way, not knowing you were going to be taken from this physical world prematurely. You were so fulfilled for such a young age.  I will always wonder what could have been, where you would be right now. I know you are happy regardless, in heaven you have no wants. 

Jon and I have been blessed with a miracle. He will be born in December, and he will bring new meaning to our life. Your legacy will be shared with him, and he will know everything about his Uncle Robert. 10 years represents a new chapter in our lives, it's a new beginning for us. You will continue to be apart of every chapter, until the end. I love you and miss you! I know you are with me.  Thank you. 

Love always,
Your Sister
Lauren

steve savino

August 18, 2011

hey rob , been thinking of you as always as we get close to september , this page you have here is amazing! so many people miss you so much. it's been so long i have not been in touch with with your family because i just don't know what to say ... you were always a special friend to me and i miss you dearly , love you steve from Queenz

Marisa

May 6, 2011

Happy Birthday Rob!!!
We love and miss you....
We are always thinking of you and always eternally grateful for what u done for us. Thanks to you, our family is growing with our next baby coming in Oct. Always remember celebrating your last birthday on cinco de mayo. It was one of our best times together. Love you xoxo Marisa

Michele

May 5, 2011

You are in my thoughts Robert, along with Lauren and aunt Stella. In all of our minds a lot this week. Love, Michele

Lauren Saraniti

May 5, 2011

Robert,
This year we have a feeling of relief while we celebrate your birthday.hopefully this world will be a better place without such an evil person on it. We celebrate your life and the way you lived it every chance we get. You inspire me in so many ways, Thank You! You are still my big brother even in heaven! Love you! Hugs and kisses!

Stella Lombardo

May 4, 2011

Dearest Robert,
As you rest peacefully in heaven, the demon responsible for your death burns in hell forever. Justice is finally done. It doesn't bring you back to us but there is comfort knowing the evil man is gone from this earth. As the world celebrated his death, we were deeply saddened by thoughts of 9/11 and losing you. Our hearts will always ache with that pain, but our precious memories will keep you alive within us everyday.

Friday would be your 35th birthday. So there's lots for you to celebrate in heaven. We will remember you too with your favorite cake and messages of love sent to you with white balloons.

So, my son, Happy Birthday. For us, you are 35, but in heaven, you are forever young. I love and miss you, always and forever, Mom

Thomas Tacopino

May 3, 2011

Robert,

Sunday night we finally heard the news we all wanted to hear that Osama was dead. We greeted that news with great emotion. I was out Sunday night partying early for my birthday coming up which I rarely do when I heard it through a friend and a voice message on my cell and I just broke down thinking of you. I hope this is at least some closure for your family knowing that monster isn't on the face of the earth anymore.

God Bless you and a Happy Birthday. I know its coming up on Friday.

Love,
Cousin Thomas

celeste sacino

May 2, 2011

Hey Robert,
Now you can have a very "Happy Birthday" and finally "Rest In Peace"...love you always,finally got our payback..God Bless..Celeste

April 28, 2011

I first saw the above photo of Robert on the cover of Newsday early in 2002. I read his bio and was deeply saddenend and angered. He's one of the many we lost on that terrible day that I continue to think about, in addition to several close acquaintances. If I ever have a son, his first name will be his paternal grandfather's, as Italian tradition dictates, and his middle name will be Robert.

celeste sacino

March 28, 2011

thinking about you today...and always...xoxoxox

paige tipaldi

March 26, 2011

hey rob it is me becca on vc wit karly going to jacks to play man hunt miss u love so much wish u were here to see it all love you hope u r having fun in heaven

Stella Lombardo

November 25, 2010

Robert,
Just watched the Thanksgiving Day parade and it stirred up so many memories. This is the start of the Christmas season, your favorite time of year. You are on my mind and in my heart, always and forever, Mom

September 13, 2010

Rob,
You have been in my thoughts and prayers my friend. Wish I could go back to those days we use to hang at Masten Lake. I can still see you now cruising on your dirt bike. We will meet again someday buddy. Love, Des Gonzales

raya

September 11, 2010

Rob,
every year on this day i tell my husband the same stories about you from st john's. u are big part of my memories of college days. may god bless you and your family.

Nick & Joni Castrogiovanni

September 11, 2010

Thinking of you today and every September 11th since that tragic day.

September 11, 2010

Hi Rob!
Just wanted to say I am thinking about you and hope you are having a wonderful time up in Heaven! I cannot believe it has been 9 yrs. Prayers for you and your family.

Love,
Josephine

Lauren Saraniti

September 10, 2010

Rob,

It doesn't get easier. Time just goes by and I guess you just learn to deal with it. I know you are with me everyday and thank you. Thank you for all the memories, I hold them dear to my heart and your memory lives on through all your great friends and people that you have touched while you were here. You were here for a short time, but the stories are never ending. I love you my brother. God Bless you!
Love Me

Thomas Tacopino

September 10, 2010

Robert,

Thinking of you and your family. God bless you always. Today we remember all those wonderful memories of you in our heart.

Love, Cousin Thomas

Celeste Sacino

September 10, 2010

Thinking of you today as I always do. Another year is here and it still hurts as much as it did the day it happened. Miss you and love you always with all my heart. Celeste

Gina sellitti

September 10, 2010

Hi Robert,

I think of you often and hold your smile in my heart. You were a little rugrat when I babysat you, but you were always well behaved. Hope you are with my Brother causing a stir up there. xoxoxo Gina Sellitti

September 10, 2010

You are truly missed~
love the lattuga and matusz family

victoria ferrantelli wickman

September 9, 2010

I knew Rob from St. John's. Then I used to run into him when he bartended at Ruby's in Bay Ridge. He was always so happy, and funny and was a great listener. Until the day we meet again...

Stella Lombardo

September 6, 2010

Nine years since the towers fell
Nine years since the world’s eyes swelled

How do we measure nine years?
Do we measure by counting the tears?

I measure by the smiles I cannot see.
I measure by the heartache inside of me.

I measure by the laughter I sorely miss.
I measure by the special occasions, too many to list.

Nine years, nine months, or just nine days?
When the towers fell, who was to blame?
What does it matter. The heartache is the same.

Nine years ago, I lost my son.
The pain of that compares to none.
A treasure of memories keeps me strong each day.
And in my heart he’ll always stay,
Because a mother’s love never fades away.

Robert, love you always and forever, Mom

michele

July 16, 2010

Just had you on my mind after looking at some pics. In my thoughts.

Rosemarie Fair

May 6, 2010

Hey,
It's been a long time just wanted to wish you a very Happy Birthday. I thought of you the minute I woke up. Then the strangest thing happened I was with my cousin and I mentioned that today was your birthday. She said no way it's Lucas' birthday today too. Lucas was with us for such a short time he was only 3 years old. When he passed I cried so much hoping you would here my prayers and watch over him. I hope that you both have a Blessed Birthday in heaven. I love you always will.

Jon Saraniti

May 6, 2010

Happy Birthday Rob...man do I wish that I could have had some time with you as a brother-in-law. I could only imagine the amount of busting chops that would have gone down at the family parties...just know that I am looking over Lauren down here, like we know that you are looking over her from up there.

Thomas Tacopino

May 6, 2010

Hi Rob,

Happy Birthday, thinking of you today on your special day.

Cousin Thomas

Lauren Saraniti

May 6, 2010

Happy Birthday
Can't help but think where would you be right now, what would you be doing right now. Our lives move on, and yours stays still. Frozen in time, you will always be 25 to us. You don't get old, gray and wrinkly...(not that you would be at 34)Can't help to think, would you have been a father? A great uncle for sure....It's hard not to think about these things...Forever young you will stay...Love you Miss you. Happy Birthday!

Love you! Lauren

(no matter how old I get I will always be your little sister)

Stella Lombardo

May 6, 2010

Hi Rob,
Happy Birthday in heaven. Your cake is baked, and I'm getting the balloons. Our family will be here later. We always try to remember you in our own special way on your birthday. We'll probably tell funny stories about you that make us laugh, but deep inside, there's always a sadness that never goes away. There's so many questions without answers. Today we just want to celebrate the day you were born, and the 25 years you had with us, and lived to the fullest. Hope you're partying up there with your buddies like you always did on your birthdays down here! Love you always and forever, Mom

Stella Lombardo

April 4, 2010

Robert,
Happy Easter in Heaven! Missing you today, but that's nothing new. I miss you everyday. Love you always and forever, Mom

stella lombardo

March 25, 2010

Dearest Robert,
It was quite a night on Friday, a fundraiser event for a scholarship in your memory. There was over 180 in attendance, all honoring you and remembering you with love and respect. There were funny, loving stories told about you by family, friends, and former teachers. What a tribute to you. Like your sister Lauren said, it's not the years you live, but the way you live the years. You impacted so many lives in a positive way. We are keeping your legacy alive, and you continue to be in the hearts of everyone who knew and loved you. As for me,you already know that you're with me everyday and I will love you always and forever, Mom

Rosemarie

January 11, 2010

Hey Rob,
It's been a while. I have been thinking of you a lot lately. My life is taking another turn and we are moving. I know I'm going to love my new life but leaving the city saddens me. It helps to sit down talk to you and just ask myself what you would do. I miss you so much. The other day we watched the video of you and Uncle Dan bungee jumping it was great to have that memory. Stefani turned sweet 16 and she did a photo montage and there you were on the big screen. I'm glad you are always there for the important stuff. Love you always! Kisses to you and all our family and friends up there.

paige tipaldi

January 3, 2010

hi rod i was watching t v today morrning and it showed us the things in the past and it showed 911 i can't believe that i has been 10 years since you are gone

January 2, 2010

hi rob this is my first time doing this so i miss you dearly and wish you were back

Thomas Tacopino

December 26, 2009

Hi Robert,

Merry Christmas. We all miss you very much. We are thinking of you on this Xmas Day and every day.

Cousin Thomas

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