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Jake Jagoda Obituary
Right from the beginning, Jake Jagoda believed that he had a special knack for fishing, and so he was willing to put up with certain inconveniences. For instance, he was scared of worms.
He got into fishing when he was about 4, but those worms! When he was 9, his sister Mary, who was 3, had to attach the worms to the line. Of course, before she did, she tormented him with them.
He moved on to other lures. He became proficient at fly fishing. "If he saw feathers on a hat of mine and he liked the color, he would take one off and make it into a fly," Ms. Jagoda said. He went deep-sea fishing. He went ice fishing. He trapped lobsters.
Mr. Jagoda, 24, grew up in Huntington, on Long Island, and every chance he got he grabbed his pole and went fishing. One Mother's Day, his gift to his mother, Anna, was to take her to Connetquot River State Park to fish. Afterward, he complained that she didn't care enough about catching a fish — she just liked the scenery.
When he was 13, he started working on a fishing boat. After college, he became a tackle salesman, working weekends on a party boat that took groups fishing off Long Island. "This last year, Jake was sort of growing up," his sister said. "He wanted more of a regular job that you would commute to and where he could have more of a future." So, at the beginning of the summer, he became a trader at Cantor Fitzgerald. For the first time, he learned how to use a computer. He continued to live in Huntington, and every chance he got he went fishing.
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Valerie Schultz
September 11, 2022
Thinking of you today as always! I keep your family & friends in prayer. Jake you are not forgotten!
Valerie
September 12, 2020
Just wanted to let you know you are not forgotten! I was thinking about everyone, but especially you and Angela Rosario who worked at Tradespark who I called daily to confirm trades, with from Houston, Texas. Last night as I have done for all these years, I prayed for your family and friends who suffered the loss of you. May God continue to be the light in their eyes and the hope they need to know that they will some day see you again! God Bless! ❤
Evan Jagoda
September 11, 2020
I am still so sorry for your loss. I feel somewhat of a kinship as my last name is also Jagoda. I was at the 9/11 Memorial Museum in September 2019 and first learned of a Jagoda that was one of the many who perished on 9/11. I pray for God to ease your pain.
Ward Keeler
January 26, 2020
Jake, I never had the pleasure of meeting you. But your mother and late brother were wonderful friends and mentors to me when I was a high school student. I knew that you were a big Wagner enthusiast, so I think of you, as well as your family, every time I see a Wagner opera. I am deeply saddened by the tragedies that have afflicted your family and can only hope that life brings other joys to assuage the pain of losing you and your sister and brother. Dona eis requiem; dona nobis requiem.
Ward
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September 11, 2019
Jake, Im thinking about you as always, but especially today. I so enjoyed confirming trades with you @ Tradespark each day. You always put a smile on my face even though I talked to you from Houston, TX. Prayers for your family even though I know you are with them in their hearts still today. Valerie
September 6, 2019
RIP...
Never forgotten
deb MOISAN
February 13, 2019
Think of you and your mom and dad so often
The Lucas Family
December 22, 2018
Sending our heartfelt condolences to your family. May God always give the needed help and support everyday. Words will never remove the pain but they show that others still do care about your loss. Jake is still missed and will not be forgotten.
September 12, 2016
I continue to remember Jake and his funny playful personality. It was a joy to talk to him daily at work. I continue to lift up his family in prayer. He's unforgettable! Hugs to all from Valerie in Texas .
deb gordon-moisan
September 11, 2016
Never forgotten
William (Bill) Nixon
September 10, 2016
It was always a pleasure when I fished on the James Joseph while Jake was the mate. We still miss him. I put up a tribute to Jake every September 11th on my Facebook page. He truly was a cool dude.
September 11, 2015
To our dear friend the jagodas, today we sit and remember all the wonderful times jake and Joseph played together, what a kid, and of course beautiful Mary. We are praying for all of you. Love Kathy alemany
Michael Vassallo
April 23, 2015
Jake, it really was an honor having you in my graduating class from Chaminade, man. It's terrible that you're not with us anymore. This year marks our 20th anniversary. We have our reunion coming up, and you won't be there physically. However, I will be thinking of you that day, as I'm sure our whole class will. I wish things could be different and that you were still alive so we could connect on LinkedIn or better yet meet up for a few laughs. You were always a great guy, Jake. I didn't get to know you as well as I could have at school, but your presence made me appreciate our awesome class even more. I still remember you drew graffiti on your overhead sheet in Bro. Karl's math class freshman year! Silly guy! Plus all those times you would come up behind me at lunch and flick my ear! You were always such a good sport, and I hope you are enjoying your afterlife. Hopefully I'll get to heaven some day, and we can meet up and bond and laugh about the days we were classmates together at that magnificent Chaminade. In the meantime, enjoy your rest, brother. You are in my thoughts.
deb moisan
September 12, 2014
As always... thinking about you!
Marie Kiernan
September 11, 2014
Jake.. you are dearly missed, I admire your love for fishing and the water. I never knew you personally but I will remember you on every anniversary.
Krista Harrell
September 10, 2014
I keep Jake in my heart everyday and on the day we lost him, celebrate the spirit of my first friend. Rest in peace.
September 12, 2013
I will always remember your love of the water Jake. How you and the boys played in Keys during one of the school breaks. God bless you sweet man..
September 11, 2013
You will never be forgotten.
Valerie Schultz
September 11, 2013
Jake ... I think of you and Angela Rosario who worked for Tradespark several times a year, but especially on this day. I didn't know you personally but I spoke with you daily at work, confirming trades when I use to work at Entergy-Koch. You were always so fun to talk too. I lift your family & friends up in prayer whenever you cross my mind. Prayers to your family. I just wanted to let them know that even 12 yrs later you are NOT forgotten! God Bless!!
A truly spiritual experience standing here.
Robyn Reading
December 11, 2012
Dear Jake, I never knew you but visited America for the first time Sept 12. I stood at the 911 Waterfall & saw your name which is in a photo of mine. I wanted to find out about the guy behind the name. My son is 24 yrs & I can't imagine the loss your family has felt all these years. You sounded such a lovely young man. My love to you and your family. Rest in peace Jake x PS. We loved America & the people!! So, so friendly.
Kat Miller
September 12, 2012
Remember you on every anniversary and think about you often when going out on the fishing boats.
Brian Mark
September 11, 2012
We had so many good times at Chaminade. I will never forget our friendship or our classic english papers senior year. I still don't know how we didn't get in trouble for those! I also remember one day that stands out when we were studying for finals. I remember picking you up in Huntington, where I had never been before, and driving to Locust Valley to study with a group of our friends. I don't recall much studying, but we sure had fun. I will always miss your friendship.
Reilly Zoda
September 13, 2011
I sang in the "Rolling Requiem", on 9/11,'02. We were each given a heart button with a name of a 9/11 victim. I got Jake's. This year, on the 10th anniversary, my sister and I served food to the volunteers doing the Habitat for Humanity 9/11 "build", held in Tucson each year on 9/11 since 2002. I wore my heart button with Jake's name on it on my regulation T-shirt. Jake's been in my life for 10 years now... I never knew him but I grieve his loss and I hope his family has come to peace.
deb moisan
September 12, 2011
Never forgotten.
Mary Nace
September 11, 2011
I live in Iowa City, Iowa. Each person who attended a service in one of our many churches this a.m. was given a card with the name of someone who lost their life on 9/11. I received a card with Jake's name on it. Please know that your family was in my prayers this a.m. and will continue to be. Jake sounds like he was a very special person. I'm sorry for your loss and I will remember him and keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
michael beall
September 11, 2011
I didnt know jake at all, but here in st louis there is a flag standing for each person that died in 9/11. I walked through the thousands of flags and just came upon jakes flag. Please know that his memory lives with us far away from the grounds of the wtc.
James Lowther
September 11, 2011
Jake and I shared lunch tables our entire sophomore year at Chaminade - you are a good man Jake. To this day I still can't believe it. God Bless you and your family.
Kathleen Alemany
September 11, 2011
To Jake and Marys parents, On this tenth anniversary of 911 Im sitting here watching the memorial.Hope this will bring some comfort to the both of you.Love Kathy Alemany
tina holmes
September 11, 2011
I will never forget that cute little Jake on the bus with me every day, He was my buddy ,and friend He will never be forgotten.Mr.and Mrs.Jagoda you had quite the son much love and prayers. Tina {Palumbo} Holmes, Jefferson Elementary School K-6th grade with Jake.
Beverly Spear
September 11, 2011
Jake you will always be the happy 12 year old boy water skiing with my son in Key Largo..You will always be in our hearts..God Bless your family...
jennifer kozhemiakin (alemany)
September 9, 2011
we will never forget, each day you are remembered. so many wonderful memories we will always carry with us.
Gia Cerone
July 29, 2011
There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about you Jake. I can't even begin to tell you how many times your presence has pulled me through dark days. I try to live life in a richer, more carefree way because of you. My family and I miss you and laugh at the memories we shared with you. Every time I'm in or on the water, you are there with me. I have conversations with you about the beauty of the ocean, and all it's glory. I hope you're having a blast up there. When I arrive someday (if? Hee hee), do me a favor and meet me so you can take me out fishing. But, we have to throw that sucker back! You laugh, but you know how cleaning them made me nauseous! Stop laughing mister!! I love you.
July 15, 2011
Jake Jagoda was my student at Empire State College, and I am just as deeply sad today about his loss as I was when I first learned that he was a victim of the 9/11 attacks from his mother, AnnaMay. He was a wonderful young man- bright, funny, respectful, and full of promise. Although he was younger than most of our students, he had the motivation and skills to undertake guided independent study. I can still see him, with a twinkle in his eye, arriving for a meeting with his fishing boots on. As everyone knows, he was passionate about the sea, but I recall that he was also excited about his new job in the city. Thankfully, he earned his degree in history, a subject he loved.
I will always remember Jake and his sister, Mary, both of whom were lovely young adults. As the tenth anniversary of 9/11 approaches, my thoughts and my support are with their parents, Anna May and Louis.
Professor Barbarie Rothstein
SUNY- Empire State College
Krista Harrell-Blair
May 13, 2011
Many of my first memories as a child are with you. We were innocent and carefree. I will always think of you and that time with love in my heart. Rest in peace my oldest friend.
Brendan Jordan
April 25, 2011
As freshman, in the fall of 1991, Jake and I were assigned adjacent lockers at Chaminade High School. We remained neighbors for the following three consecutive years. As my last name also begins with "J," alphabetically, the two of us were always placed together . . . in homeroom, during assemblies, masses, etc . . . I suppose I knew Jake as well as anyone knows a high school acquaintance, so the attacks of 9/11 were made all the more personal to me when I read that he had been there.
In 2001, I'd been working at Kinko's in Melville, on Route 110, just to the south of Huntington. I went to work the afternoon into evening shift that day. I honestly didn't know what else to do. I hadn't really considered that the families of those missing in the attacks would be coming in to create the, soon to be ubiquitous, "Missing" fliers. The scope of the loss hadn't really hit until that moment. I was faced with the raw realities of the day's events, just as they were escaping the confines of network news coverage, and washing over NYC's surrounding communities. Further inescapable reality came in the following days and weeks, as we began to help the same families layout the memorial programs.
I myself now work in the Financial District; I have for the past five years. I still think of Jake, and each of the others I knew who were lost that day, every single time I find myself passing the site. The Jagodas, are still often in my thoughts and prayers.
Denise P
April 23, 2011
I read about Jake in today's paper. My heart goes out to his family through all of their loss. I pray that the God of all comfort would surround them and bring peace in their hearts, as only He can. He is near to those who are brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). May you feel a special touch of His love and presence this Easter...
Gaby Dupre Matthews
April 23, 2011
I think of both Jake and Mary almost everyday. I still have that fluffy black kitty that Jake found on Dune Road about 14yr ago. And I have a sweet photo of Mary pinned up on my cork board in the kitchen. They were both wonderful beings....Bless you Anna May and Louis
April 23, 2011
to the jagoda family-my heart goes out to you-your strength with this adversity has put much in perspective for my own life-i honor you
Steve Castro
April 22, 2011
Went to Chaminade with Jake. He was a good guy from what I can remember. RIP and prayers to his family.
Meg McAuliffe
April 22, 2011
Victor Hugo said
'Life's greatest happiness is to be convinced we are loved.'
With parents like you, Both Jake and Mary never had a doubt. They are both still loved and alive in your hearts and in the hearts of your friends. Jake and Mary will never be forgotten!
Sara Moisan
September 12, 2010
deb moisan
September 12, 2010
Thinking of you Jake, always.
Chaminade '95
September 11, 2010
I went to Chaminade w/ Jake and though I do not have the honor of saying I knew him well, I nevertheless feel tremendous sadness over his loss. He is a Chaminade brother and to an extent we are all the same. I think about how young he was and how truly awful fate can seem at times. I often reflect on how one turn here or there could have led myself or other alum into that building that fateful day. And though I didn't know him well he has been and will always serve as a reminder for me to appreciate what I have. It's been 9yrs since 9/11 and there are countless blessings that have happened to me in those years and I just want his family to know that I cry on this day for him and for others and pray for peace for his family and friends. God Bless.
September 11, 2010
The Jagoda family is always in my prayers. Clearly the ship Jake steered during his life still sails the seas blown strong by the memories of all he knew.
Charles '93 Mineola
and Huntington
September 12, 2009
Words are eluding me. I wanted to come and see your picture.
Vivian Nixon
September 11, 2009
My Brother William wrote this great story about meeting Jake on a fishing boat. I thought Jake's family would like to read it. Here is Bill's story about Jake:
About 14 years ago I was on one of my many fishing trips. I wanted to try out a new boat so I chose the James Joseph out of Huntington. On that particular day it was extremely hot - approaching 100 degrees - and I was woefully under prepared with only a 20 ounce Arizona Green Tea in my cooler for liquid refreshment. The trip was all day (8 hours). So I knew I would have to be absolutely thirsty and wait until later in the trip before I would drink my lone Green Tea. A little bit more than half way through the trip the heat was getting the best of me and it was time to crack open my very inviting very cold Arizona Green Tea. I pull the bottle out of my cooler and turn the top and hear the telltale pop of the airtight sealed beverage. Right before I was about to enjoy my first sip I hear a voice; "Excuse me sir". I look up and see standing there, a kid probably Jr high school age. I kinda recognize him, I believe he was one of the mates on the boat. There he was, 120 pounds at best, and he says to me "Excuse me sir do you you have anything to drink? I didn't bring anything with me and I am totally thirsty." In my head I said "you've got to be kidding me", but my heart said if this kid is asking me for a drink he has to be really thirsty. The boat was packed with other anglers, but for some reason he felt comfortable asking me. I told him "sure thing, just go and get a cup because the only drink I have is this Arizona Green Tea." He gets a cup I proceed to pour half my beverage into his cup. That was my introduction to Jake Jagoda. After that I began going on the James Joseph alot. Captain James is a great captain and the fishing is generally good and always fun. And every time I went on the boat wheter it be with Dwayne and Sybil, or by myself, or with my daughter Nadia Nicole, Jake made sure we were well taken care of. I was never underprepared on a boat again and every time I went on the James Joseph I made sure that if Jake wanted a cold drink from my cooler he was welcomed to it. A few years after that hot day my daughter caught a large Fluke and won the money pool. No one was happier than Jake... he paraded the fish around the boat for all to see and Nadia was beaming with pride (so was I). We had many coversations, Jake and I, throughout those years, He graduated high school and was getting a handle on what he wanted to do. Every time we spoke he was like "I'm going to school and working as a mate on the boat" and he never lost his focus. He wanted to work in finance. Jake always was pleasant with a great sense of humor and showed us such a tremendous amount of respect.
In August of 2001, I went Fluke fishing with my best friend Dwayne and Jake was happy as could be. Another mate on the boat Dillon helped get him his first finance position. He was going to be working for Cantor Fitzgerald in Manhattan. He told us that this was a great opportunity for him. I wished him good luck and told him I would miss him on the boat he said that i would probably still see him around.
Unfortunately that was the last conversation I had with Jake. He was in the Towers on 9-11. As we found out as the news unfolded Cantor Fitzgerald was absolutely devestated on that horific day.
I know that there were dozens of people way closer to Jake Jagoda than I was, I could only imagine the grief they feel especially on this day. I just want people to know that a tragedy like this is not lost in a vacuum. I send my most sincere prayers out to the family of Jake Jagoda, his friends, Captain James Joseph, Joey, Dillion and the rest of the mates of the James Joseph. May God Bless you and all those that are still affected today by those events on 9-11.
September 11, 2009
Anna Mae,
My heart is with you today.
Your cousin - Mary Lewis
Sara Moisan
September 11, 2008
Jake was like a big brother to me when we were little. I know you and Mary are watching over us now. God bless the Jagoda family.
deb moisan
August 30, 2008
I'll always see you as that little boy in embroidered coveralls with that huge smile on your face.
Kathleen Miller
July 22, 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
Jon Crosby
September 10, 2007
I always think of Jake this time of year. I went to JU with him. In my mind he'll always be about 18, smiling and hanging out with his friends.The world lost a happy soul 6 years ago.
Mike
September 10, 2007
Jake,
I only knew you a short time, but in that short time you made me laugh and we had some good times. You are not forgotten.....nor will you ever be. Thanks for the memories.
~Mike
P Tabbernor
November 17, 2006
In memory....
Kristine
November 6, 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.
Cris Ayala
September 11, 2006
In August, I realized that I met Jake 11 years ago. We were both freshman at Jacksonville University (FL) and we lived next door to each other in McGehee Hall. Although it's been almost 5 years ago since hearing the news about Jake from a mutual friend, the memory is as clear as if it had been told to me just a few days ago. He and his family are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
Erin Johnson
August 16, 2006
I love this photo. We were in Montauk, sitting at a restaurant after spending the day at the beach. My sister Alanna and I were with you and we were just about to board a boat to go bass fishing. It was a full moon. You bleached our addias sandals when we got off the boat. You and Alanna and I laughed so hard all night. It was one of the greatest days. You are in my thoughts always, and I know you are watching me now, looking over me. And, you are probably responsible for a few things that have happened in the past few years. They had your handiwork all over them. I miss you Jake. Always.
Krista Harrell
September 10, 2005
When I first heard about Jake from my brother I was instantly brought back to my childhood and living on Woodbury Rd. The look of innocence on our face. In these years since the loss of Jake and Mary, I have realized that you can't see what is coming but you must be faithful in love and hope. Thank you for that. God bless Anna May & Lou. ~Krista
Abe Berman
April 8, 2004
Jake,
Ten years ago today we were making plans for the upcoming summer in West Hampton Beach. 16 and 17 years old, we were right on the cusp of it all. That summer working at the tennis club, lying on the beach, waterskiing or just sleeping on couches at the club talking all night, because no-one was around to tell us we couldn't. You and your family were there for me that summer when I needed it and I will never forget it.
My thoughts remain with your family, please watch over Mary for us.
Michael Iezzi
October 16, 2003
Father we entrust our brother Jake and our sister Mary to your mercy. You loved them greatly in this life: now that they are freed from all its cares, give them happiness and peace forever. Welcome them now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
My deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Amy D
October 16, 2003
I send strength to your parents. Let them have faith in knowing that their beautiful children are together once again. Watch over them. Hopefully, there is some comfort in knowing that you were there to hold Mary's hand and greet her.
All my love to the Jagoda Family
Casey Grant
October 15, 2003
Jake... I am so deeply touched by the sudden loss of your sister Mary... you and your siblings are now all together, and I am convinced that it is a better place. While you walked this planet, I did not know you or your family, but we share common bonds that cannot be put into words. As a parent who lost his son in the prime of his life, my most profound sympathy is with your mother and father as they try to make sense of this latest challenge in their lives... my deepest heart-felt prayers are with them...
m r
October 15, 2003
Jake,
I know you were there to meet your sister Mary when she went to the other side on Sunday. Watch over your parents as they go through the loss of another beautiful child. My prayers are with you all.
M
Sandra Jagoda
September 14, 2003
On September 11, 2001, my family and I were at Cleveland Hopkins airport ready for a week in Disney World. My husband noticed the televison first. Then as we boarded, people were talking about a terrorist attack. We boarded the plane, then deboarded, evacuated the airport and got a room at the Sheraton airport. We watched in horror and sadness as everyone else did. When I came across the names of those who died, I found Jake. Even though we are not related, our family felt a loss. We pray for his family and on every September 11, we say a special prayer for Jake and his family. May God bless you all.
Kaitlyn Tullio
September 11, 2003
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today. Rest in peace always.
Victor Dezelic
September 11, 2003
Today is September 11, 2003. It is sunny with the temp. around 80 degrees and the wind is out of the northeast at around 9 mph. The perfect conditions for a "drift" on the incoming tide. I would e-mail Jake who would be at his desk at Cantor Fitzgerald and we would devise a game plan on what the weekend would be like and what to fish for. Even though today is a beautiful day, my heart is heavy and empty. Today, I will not be trading e-mails with my good friend about fishing this weekend or when we can meet up for a beer when the boat came in, but I am sitting at my desk and finding it very difficult to concentrate today as I think it would be for alot of people. Obviously I can't help to think about the senseless tragedy that occurred on this day two years ago and impacted so many lives, but most of all my thoughts are filled with how much I miss my friend. Yet there is still a smile on my face since my memories of Jake are all good ones and I quietly laugh to myself thinking about the good times we spent and the funny things he said and did. I often find myself doing that when I think of him and we laugh aloud when he comes up in conversation as he often does. He is definitely not forgotten amongst us and sometimes when we are all talking and he comes up in the conversation it feels like he never left. There isn't a day that goes by without a thought of Jake. Even though he is not with us physically he still manages to bring laughter into my life with just a thought of the times we spent. But as funny as he was he was even a better friend. I can go on and on and write for hours but I will end this note by saying that the world is definitely less of a place without you in it Jake. Thank you for the good times but most of all your friendship. They will be cherished. You will be sorely missed for the rest of our lives and you and your family will always be in our thoughts and prayers as well as in our hearts. Your friend, Victor
Jason s
June 13, 2003
Black fishing at the celtic will never be the same jake may the sun always rise to greet your face and may you always go with God
meredith allison
February 28, 2003
you had a beautiful heart, we miss you and think of you often. heaven must be loving you.
meredith & brandon
Jennifer Briggs
September 12, 2002
To the family of Jake: Please accept my most sincere condolences for your loss. I am an employee at Idaho State University (ISU) and on 9/11/2002 the ISU students organized an event to honor the victims who lost their lives on 9/11/2001. Each participant was provided with a label to wear and on that label was the name of a victim who died as a result of that terrible day. The name given to me was Jake Jagoda. Please know how deeply touched and honored I am to have had the opportunity to wear Jake's name and how much I appreciate the chance to visit this site and learn more about the man he was. May the memories you cherish bring a song to your heart and a smile to your day.
With Blessings,
Jennifer
Sharon Lauer
September 11, 2002
Dear Jake,
I am lucky to have known you and I will forever cherish the times that we shared. May God bless you and your family.
Barbarajean Douglas
September 10, 2002
Dear Jake-
It will be one year tomorrow when you were taken from all of us. I will always remember all the memories of you growing up. My last memory will be my wedding last July when you were so excited when I had the band announce your birthday. I still remember the smile on your face like it was yesterday. Jake you are deeply missed by all of us. You will always and forever be in our thoughts and our hearts. We love and miss you.
Stephen Conroy
September 10, 2002
I too was a classmate of Jake's at Chaminade. Similar to what Jim Keane mentioned below, Chaminade also grouped us in classes of similar academic caliber. So Jake and I had classes together sophomore year through senior year. I was in the first row with the Cs and Jake was more toward the middle of the classroom. He was quiet but always had a big grin on his face, like he knew something you didn't. We still talk about some of the classroom antics he was involved in with us and it still brings a gut-busting laugh. Know that his memory lives on through his Chaminade classmates. I'll hook one for you Jake.
Steve Conroy
Angie Campbell
May 2, 2002
May God Bless you and the family and friends that you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in his loving peace forever more.
Doris McAlister
March 20, 2002
Dear Jake Jagoda Family: In memory
of Jake, I am donating a quilt block
to the memorial quilt of 9-11. I am so sorry for your loss. I am doing machine embroidery on the quilt block and I am going to put
some type of fishing theme on the block. I am giving this block in
honor of a son I have named Jacob (nickname Jake) and in memory of your loved one, Jake. May God bless you from now on, heaven knows
you have had enough pain. Love to
you, Doris McAlister
Rhoda Brophy
March 11, 2002
I remember Jake from summers at the Swordfish in Westhampton. He was very quiet, but the nicest guy around. My sympathy goes out to his family.
February 5, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG MAN JAKE JAGODA AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS..STAY CLOSE AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK ..MAY ST.PETER THE FISHERMAN BE AT YOUR SIDE IN HEAVEN...AMEN
James Keane
January 29, 2002
To Jake's family and friends:
I got to know Jake well at Chaminade, as he sat in the seat in front of me in almost every class...his last name starting with a 'J,' and mine starting with a 'K'...everything was alphabetical at that school! I was the guy who was keeping him awake by nudging him in the back, as he was usually up very late the night before working on the charters. I still have a map of some good fishing spots on the North Shore that Jake drew by hand for me in our sophomore year of high school. My condolences to all of those who were lucky enough to know and care for Jake. I feel lucky to have know him.
-Kindest Regards,
james
Susannah Gill
January 16, 2002
I want to give my condolences to Jake's family. I was shocked to see his picture in the Times the day before Thanksgiving and he has been in my thoughts and prayers ever since. Jake and I were good friends at Jacksonville University in Florida.
Matthew DiToro
January 3, 2002
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Jagoda family during this very difficult time in their life. Jake was a classmate of mine at Chaminade High School where we both graduated in 1995. I got to know him by being in some of his classes throughout our four years there. He was a very funny, intelligent, caring person who always had a smile on his face. It breaks my heart to know that a young man filled with so much promise has had his life cut short by senseless, cowardly acts of violence. May God bless Jake and his family.
Teresa Jahn
December 28, 2001
Thank you for sharing such a cute story of Jake's childhood and the worm stories. The story made me smile and giggle, so Jake is still touching lives in a positive way. His warm smile must be a true reflection of his heart. We are deeply sorry for your loss of Jake. May Jake's life, love and even his fear of worms continue living in those who love him. 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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