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Alfred Vukosa Obituary
His family was from Croatia. Hers was from Guyana. They lived in Brooklyn and met on the floor of the New York Mercantile Exchange.
In the genre of "only in New York," Alfred Vukosa, 37, and his wife, Annette, 34, lived the dream. Their two families were nearby as well ‹ a dense, extended old-fashioned network of aunts, uncles, grandparents and cousins that could be fully several hundred strong when assembled.
Alfred and Annette, along with his parents, Sam and Irma, and his sister Sonja, all lived in the same building in Kensington, Brooklyn. Annette Vukosa's family ‹ including four sisters and a brother ‹ were almost as close at hand, in Queens.
Mr. Vukosa, who worked for Cantor Fitzgerald as an information technology specialist, had to be at his desk in the World Trade Center by 7 a.m. When he would arrive home every day about 4, another family tradition would unfold: a walk with his two boys ‹ Austin, 7, and Adam, 2. "The children would wait for him to come," said his wife.
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September 11, 2015
Remembering you today and the smiles you brought to our class (FDR)- I wish your family love and light on this 14th Anniversary. Lisa Lischak-Zayas
Jose Carlos Vega
September 11, 2014
Think of you every year. My prayers go out to your family on this day.
Elkin Lopez
September 11, 2014
You are truly missed. We were neighbors; On September 11, 2001 my father was the last person to see you alive as you got on the F-Train for the last time. Rest In Peace my friend you are not forgotten...
September 10, 2014
September 11, 2001 - September 11, 2014 ... R.I.P.
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John Trapanotto
September 12, 2013
I meet Alfred through my 1st wife Dawn. They were class mates at FDR HS in Brooklyn, NY.. We soon became very close friends.. Alfred was a very funny person.. Always laughing and jokeing around.. He was also an usher in our wedding party.. He was a great guy and a dear friend.. The news of death was difficult to accept.. He was a wonderful person.. Rest in peace buddy..
September 11, 2013
I want your family to know that I rode today in the 2 Million Bikers to DC rally to remember the victims of 9/11.
Each rider that registered, was given a name of one of the victims. I was lucky to be given Alfred Vukosa. I wore his name proudly on the front of my helmet throughout the day, and it is still there.
God bless you,
Mark Carr
Atlanta, GA
[email protected]
Amalia Reyes
September 4, 2013
September 4, 2013
Marcelle Hohl
September 13, 2011
May he rest in peace. May his life be a source of inspiration.
Marco Vukosa
September 11, 2011
R.I.P.
phil brandon
September 10, 2011
alfred.
my dear friend, on the eve of this terrible anniversary, i am thinking of you.
i know you are in a very much happier place...but we all still miss and love love
Ryan Vukosa
December 7, 2009
This is written in honour of my father Neno Vukosa. He isnt dead but I'm not sure if he knows about this site he wouldn't have enoughtime to do so. May your soul rest in peace.
Danny L.
September 11, 2009
Alfred, no matter how much time passes you are always missed.
Vera Haskaj-Imburgia
September 11, 2009
Alfred, We were not only family friends, but HS classmates. On this eight year anniversary, the pain of knowing your life with your family, children, and friends missing you is still so painful. I would like to let who-ever knew you, that you are always in my heart with dear memories. A perfect gentle person. Love Vera
Doug Abraham
July 13, 2009
Happy 40th Birthday!!!
phil brandon
May 3, 2009
alfred.
i didn't find out you were in the towers until a year later.
i was so shocked and deeply saddened.
i remember you so well/the times you came to toronto.to visit your cousins.
the nights we spent out in toronto with tony and nick.
god bless you my friend.
i think of you often.
phil brandon
Lisa
September 23, 2008
Alfred you will not be forgotten. Each year on 9/11 I think of you and the fun times you, Errol and I had.
Marco Vukosa
September 11, 2008
In the seventh anniversary of the tragedy of the World Trade Center I discover that a Vukosa is expert in that dramatic day. To him and to all the dead my thought goes.
P Tabbernor
April 12, 2007
In remembrance....
Nancy Ryan
November 11, 2006
I live down the street from Alfred and his family. It breaks my heart when I see his family. There are no words that I can say to express my deepest sympathy to them. He'll always have a special place in my heart. It's a pleasure to call him FRIEND!!
Rocio Quesada
January 31, 2005
Dear Alfred, It seems like such a long time, but I always think of you and your family. I will never forget our long conversations about education and how proud I was of you for having fullfilled your goal. I have since then graduated also. I hope that your children will always hear about how wonderful and dedicated you were. I hope that they too aspire to do better for their family like you did. My prayers are always with you and your family.
Your friend and co-worker at CoolWear
Rocio Quesada
Stacy Lalman
September 11, 2003
Uncle Alfred was a very special person to many people especially me! Whenever we had a party he was always there, ready to play with us and he was always ready to hear our problems and give advice! The day the attacks happened and i heard uncle alfred was there, i was very sad, but i truly thought that he would get out because he was a very strong man; but i also believed that if he had the oppertunity, he would rather try to help someone else's life than his own! He was a great person who i really LOVE and MISS!!
You will always be remembered by (ME) Stacy, Briana, Ileen, and Dennis!
Errol Pacheco
July 16, 2003
We met for lunch in front of the Statue/Fountain on the Plaza, you always commented on how "UGLY" it was. You had your regular...tuna fish sandwich with a can of coke. I wasn't hungry that day you asked me if everything was O.K., I said "yeah, I just feel sad, but I don't know why". You insisted we go for a walk, it would cheer me up. We walk to the South Street Seaport, we checked out all the new gadgets at the Sharper Image you loved it, you couldn't get enough. We walked back to the Trade Center you asked if I felt any better, I said "yeah, thanks". You asked if I was coming up for breakfast the next morning, I'll meet you at 8:30am. We said our goodbyes and went back to our offices, you went into 1-WTC and I walked across the Plaza into 5-WTC. That was last time we would ever see each other....Sept. 10th, 2001.
I was running late that next morning......
I check in on your family from time to time, their pain by far out weighs mine...I hope that they feel some sort of comfort with my visits.
God, how I miss you Al. You were my best friend, you were like a brother to me. You are in my thoughts everyday and in my prayers every night.
Happy Birthday my friend.
Maria Jelinek
September 13, 2002
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family on this anniversary of the loss you suffered and the world suffered.
Samuel Singh
September 13, 2002
Alfred was truly a wonderful person. Alfred never stopped trying to better himself. He was always willing to do better for himself and his family. He was making his American Dream come true.
He had a wonderful spirit and was instantly likeable to anyone he met.
My deepest sympathy to his, wife Annette, Sons Adam and Austin, Mother Irma, Father Sam, and Sister Sonja.
Samuel T. Singh (Friend)
Frank Perri
September 12, 2002
To the family of (Big AL) I was a childhood friend of Al. My father owns Buzz-a-rama on Church Ave. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family. He was a great guy. I really wished that our paths would have crossed again as adults.
Steven Shankewitz
September 11, 2002
Hey Alfred you will forever remain in our hearts. May you always watch and protect your family. You are missed dearly. Annette I'm sorry i didn't get a chance to speak to you at the Memorial Services at the Exchange. Whenever you feel up to it,We would love for you to come and visit us.
steven shankewitz
September 11, 2002
Hey Alfred you will always be remembered as a good friend and co-worker. May you always watch over your family. You are missed dearly.
Angie Campbell
May 31, 2002
May God Bless you and watch over the family and friends that you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in peace..........
May 21, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL MAN..ALFRED VUKOSA AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS WIFE AND CHILDREN...FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS...GOD BLESS AMERICA ..NEW YORK AND THE GOOD PEOPLE OF CROATIA..MAY JESUS AND HIS SAINTS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Paula Cuozzo (Lembo)
March 18, 2002
There are no words to ease the pain.I know how it feels to lose the one you love, first hand. But as time goes on, you learn to live on, one day at a time. I will never forget the good times with Alfred, and all of us from High School. We have so many good memories. Im glad we have them. I Pray for his wife and his boys, that they may find the strength to go on. It is possible, I did it. You have to Have faith. God Bless You and your family.
Erol not in picture,Maritza, me, and Alfred. God bless
PEPE RIOMAO
March 15, 2002
THE BUSHIDO WARRIOR,A MAN OF HONOR, DIGNITY, AND STRENGTH.THATS WHAT WE USED TO CALL EACHOTHER IN HIGH SCHOOL, WHEN WE TOOK KARATE CLASSES TOGETHER IN 1979. HE WAS ONE OF THE BOYS, NOT JUST ANY ORDINARY BOY BUT ONE THAT I CONSIDERED IN MY HEART TO BE LIKE A BROTHER TO ME. THERE WAS THIS SPECIAL CLICK WITH ALOT OF US THAT NEW HIM. I REMEMBER AS IF IT WERE YESTERDAY WHEN I D.J.ED AT HIS WEDDING WITH ANNETTE. MY SINCEREST CONDOLENSES TO HIS FAMILY. HE WAS A TRULY AMASING FRIEND. I GOT TO SEE HIM FOR THE LAST TIME IN NOV.- DEC. OF 2000. THEN I WENT BACK HOME TO SPAIN, BUT BEFOERE I LEFT I TOLD HIM THAT I WOULD BE BACK NEXT YEAR. NEXT YEAR NEVER CAME. I WANT TO SAY THESE FEW WORDS TO SOMEONE WHO I WILL NEVER FORGET. MAYBE YOU COULD SEE US NOW, WHEREVER YOU ARE. HOW I WISH WE COULD FIND A WAY TO MAKE THIS WORLD A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE. THAT WOULD BE A SIGN THAT YOUR LOSS ALTHOUGH TERRIBLE, WOULD NOT COMPLETLY BE IN VAIN. FROM ONE BUSHIDO WARRIOR TO ANOTHER GOD BLESS US ALL.
LOVE PEPE
February 27, 2002
You will forever live on in our hearts and in the lives of your sons.
February 19, 2002
You were a joy to your family. Rest well.
Teresa Jahn
December 5, 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
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