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Curtis Noel Obituary
Curtis Noel loved to tease his mother. Once Theresa Noel dropped some chicken on the floor, and her son shouted, "Nasty, nasty!" Then he said that was where he got his clumsy genes. That sense of humor got him voted class clown at James Monroe High School in the Bronx. He also loved his job as a switch engineer at General Telecom in the World Trade Center.
The company had sent him to training courses, and was always calling him in on weekends when something went wrong.
Mr. Noel, 22, could never bulk up. He would go to the gym, or eat a lot, but he was always skinny. So he would tell his husky friend Garvin Richardson, "You're my bodyguard." He had got Mr. Richardson a job at another office of General Telecom, but they rode most of the way from the Bronx to work together.
The last time he told Mr. Richardson about bodyguard duty was the morning of Sept. 11, when they arranged to go to the bank at lunchtime. They shook hands when Mr. Richardson got off at the Brooklyn Bridge stop on the No. 4 train.
Mr. Noel and his girlfriend, Aisha Harris, were thinking of getting married. She worked at General Telecom, and she died that day, too.
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Matthew Reilly
July 10, 2025
I never met Curtis, I wasn't even alive when 9/11 happened. However, stumbling across his and Aisha's story made me realise the innocent lives lost that day who had their whole life ahead of them. These two beautiful role models of what a human should be will never be forgotten. From across the pond sending love to Curtis, Aisha and their families.
Jacquella Bratcher
September 16, 2024
Hey cousin . Not a day goes by that I don’t think about you . The good times we had in the house . You was such a beautiful soul inside and out . Always full of life and laughter . I remember I use to be so eager to get to my dad just to go your house to see you every weekend . Lord knows I miss you . You was my FAVORITE . And will forever be my favorite cousin . I love and miss you sooooooo much. Til we meet again .
Ps. I’m going to make it my mission one year to go and say your name. You deserve that . I promise you that .
Erin Lynn
September 11, 2020
Hi, my name is Erin and in my history class we are looking up one person that died in 9/11. My history teacher and I just want to see we're sorry for your loss, and we understand your mourning. I hope you can have a good day.
August 24, 2019
Rest in wonderful peace.
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Dayan Novas
September 11, 2018
Farewell my friend. Thanks for making me smile on those days when school seemed the wrong place to be at. Thank you for bringing a little ray of light to our dark days. May God continue to shine His light upon your loved ones, and give them the strenght to help them cope with their loss.
Natasha Fleming
September 11, 2016
May you and your girlfriend forever Rest In Peace
Darlene White
September 11, 2016
We will never forget you! Rest in peace Curtis!
S J. Friscia III
July 23, 2015
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
Antoinette "Neddy" Wilson
September 11, 2013
Curtis I will always remember the days when you would D.J. in my house on Fteley for my brother Dashown's parties. You were one of the most funniest people that I have ever met. We all use to spend so much time together. Playing football on sundays with my brothers, sitting on my stoop, or chilling somewhere at somebody's house lol. Gone way too soon and miss you so much. S.I.P. Curtis
Kate Sapadin
September 11, 2011
Theresa, I don't know if you remember me, but I am thinking of you on this day. I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful son. I send you love and peace.
September 10, 2011
Curtis you are truly missed. The enjoyable times were when we played basketball down the block on Noble. Your Friend Shareika
Les
September 11, 2009
May God bless and comfort Theresa and the rest of the family. Curtis is missed and loved by all. May he rest in peace. I'll never forget you.
Your Uncle Lester....
Jesus Rodriguez
September 13, 2008
Curtis I met u in kinder at C.S. 47 and join u at Monroe High School a couple of years later. The funniest guy i ever met and was proud to know. 2soon2young never4gotten
your Friend&Brother
Jesus(goldo)
John Bayreaux
September 11, 2007
As a customer of General Telecom I had the pleasure of working with Curtis. He was an excellent and dedicated technician.
P Tabbernor
January 17, 2007
In memory....
Kristine
November 17, 2006
As I 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.
Kerryann "Kizzy" Hamm
September 11, 2006
I can't believe it's been 5 years already. I met Curt through my cousin Loydis who went to High School with him. Curt was a comedian, always cracking jokes and smiling. He loved his family, his friends and i'll always remember him pulling up in his Money Green Acura. Keep the angels laughing in Heaven, I guess god needed to smile more, so he called Curt home. I wish he was here though.
Kimberly Green
September 11, 2006
So much time has passed and I still can't believe that you are gone. So much has happened in my life and it saddens me that I can't pick up the phone and tell you about it, but I know that I can tell you in my prayers. I graduated from college on 5/5/05, thanks for all of your encouragement, wish you could have been there. I miss you so much Curtis. I still have the letter you sent me about my Jordan's that was to small. My prayers are with your family. Miss you and love you much.
Kisha Hampton
September 11, 2006
We miss you Curt.
Kisha Hampton
May 3, 2006
Man...I know I already signed this guest book but my mind ran on Curtis today....I haven't forgotten you "Curt Flirt!"
Elliot Miller
September 12, 2005
I only met Curtis one time. My best friend Conrad warner is the uncle of Curtis's best friend Garvin. Curtis and Garvin were thinking about getting into music production and Con wanted me to give them some advice on what equipment they should buy. Well we ran into them one night in the Bronx and I got the chance to kick it with them. I already knew Garv But I'll never forget How Humble Curtis was, He was a real cool cat. My heart goes out to Mrs. Noel and Garvin. Your son was a great man Mrs. Noel who touch everybody who had the pleasure of meeting him. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
Kisha Hugh-Hampton
September 12, 2004
I will never forget how I use to look forward to the weekends when I would spend time with my cousin Lisa Dalrymple at her house on Croes Avenue in the Bronx, the reason being was because I knew that I would see Curtis aka "Curt Flirt". Curtis was just so funny and he made me laugh constantly, even when he was serious he was funny. I can see him passing through the block stopping by say "Was up Yo!" I will always remember you Curtis.
Love,
Kisha
Curtis, Theresa and his Godmother Pam
Lisa Bynoe
November 1, 2003
The last time I saw Curtis was on the day of my baby shower (August 18, 2001). Who would have ever thought that would be the last time. My sister kept in touch with him more often than I did. But I miss him just as much. For the woman who said that she was looking at the pic of Curtis and saw a cross, I just want you to know that he is an Angel. He is his mother's guardian angel. He's with her all the time. I have a picture to prove it. I just want to thank Curtis for joining us that night and letting his mom know that he is always with her. She misses him so much it's unbearable.
We miss you Curtis, thanks for hanging around.
Love,
Lisa
Shirley Crawford
September 11, 2003
Curtis the whole family misses you very much. It's sad that your life had to end this way, but god is love and he watches over your family. You and your girl friend are angel in heaven. You will not be forgotten. Peace and Love.
Your Cousin Shirley
pamela stanley
September 11, 2003
im sitting here looking over all the souls that were taken 9-11 looking at there faces trying to imagine how they felt that day 2 yrs ago how they felt that morning when they woke up and my final thought about them is there in heaven and that makes it all right
Darlene White
September 4, 2003
I have a picture of Curtis at my daughter's 10th birthday party. Curtis and my daughter Kiana are the same age. He was such and intelligent young man. Thank God for the time that we had to share with Curtis. God bless Curtis' mom Theresa and the rest of the family.
"I will lift mine eyes to the hills from whence cometh my help..my help cometh from the Lord".....Psalms 121
SHAWN CARTER
May 6, 2003
SORRY TO HERE THE BAD NEWS I WAS STATION WITH HIS SISTER AT FORT LEE VA. AND I HOPE THE FAMILY IS DOING GOOD. SPC NOEL I WISH YOU LUCK BABY BE EASY OK SHAWN YOU MIGHT NOT REMEMBER ME BUT I'LL TRY TO HELP YOU OUT CARTER, THOMPSON ,ALLEN , MATHIS ETC I WISH YOUR FAMILY THE BEST OK HOPE TO SEE YOU AGAIN .
SHAWN CARTER
Cassie
September 16, 2002
I never knew Curtis, and never will. But I just wanted to say that he will be in my heart because of many little acts of kindness that I have witnessed. During my high school's tribute assembly to 9/11, we were asked to take something at the end. What did we take? A name of someone who died on this horrific day. A name to make this tragedy seem real. I recieved Curtis Terrence Noel. And I wanted the family to know that I believe Curtis is just as much a hero as any fireman, policeman, or EMT because he gave his life selflessly. He gave his life so ours could be a little better in the end. I'm sorry for your loss, and Curits will be be in my prayers.
-Cassie
Kimberly Green
September 13, 2002
Curtis and I were good friends all thru high school. We never dated, but 1 week before the prom, he asked me to attend with him. I glady accepted because Curtis was such a great guy. After high school I moved to Savannah, but Curtis and I always kept in touch. We would call each other about once a month or every few months. We would just catch up on current events and our personal lives. The last time I saw curtis, he came to visit me in Atlanta, Ga. were I was attending school. I always new that Curtis was some one I could count on and depend on. It wasn't until the next day, that I realized that Curtis worked in the trade center, but i still can't believe that he is gone. I will always love him as one of my closes friends.
mindy kotell
September 12, 2002
I saw a photo of your girlfriend Aisha,you both made a beautiful couple,it is good to know that you are both united in Heaven. My prayers are sent to you,her & both your families.
Melissa Alvarez
September 12, 2002
I met Curtis through his beloved Aisha. These two were such love birds! He was a wonderful person to be around. He will be missed, I pray that him as well as Aisha will rest in peace.
Lisa Dalrymple
September 11, 2002
THERE ISN'T A DAY THAT PASSES THAT MY THOUGHTS DOESN'T RUN ON CURTIS. I KNEW OF HIM FOR A LONG TIME BEING THAT MY BROTHER JEFFREY WAS GOOD FRIEND WITH HIS UNCLE WALTER AND BROTHER MIKE, BUT WHEN WE BECAME FRIENDS IT WAS A GREAT EXPERIENCE. WHEN EVER I WAS FEELING DOWN OR UPSET, I COULD ALWAYS COUNT ON CURT TO LIFT MY SPIRITS AND PUT A BIG SMILE ON MY FACE. HE ALWAYS GAVE LOGICAL AND SOUND ADVISE AND WAS ALWAYS THERE TO GIVE A HELPING HAND,I'LL ALWAYS MISS HIM FOR THAT. THERE'S ONE THING THAT HE USE TO DO THAT I'LL REALLY MISS A LOT AND THAT WAS, HE'D PASS BY MY HOUSE JUST TO SAY HI BUT HE'D ALWAYS KEEP HIS WINDOW HIGH SO JUST HIS EYES AND THE TOP OF HIS HEAD WOULD SHOW...WOW IT FELT LIKE JUST YESTERDAY. BUT I PRAY THAT GOD MAY HAVE TAKEN CURTIS'S SOUL AND ONE DAY WE WILL ALL MEET AGAIN AND MAY GOD CONTINUE TO GIVE HIS FAMILY AND FRIEND STRENGHT. LET'S REMEMBER THE JOY HE USE TO BRING US. LUV YOU ALWAYS "KILLA" CURT!!
Tonya & Joseph Williams
September 11, 2002
God Bless your family.Psalm 91;1
He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the almighty.
You will always be apart of our family prayers
The Williams Family
Joe,Tonya,Sharla & Kaetlin
Ann-Marie Dove
September 11, 2002
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family. May Curtis and Aisha rest in peace.
Your Cousin Ann-Marie Dove & Family
Hamilton, Bermuda
ESSENCE HIGH
September 11, 2002
Pamela Dove
September 11, 2002
May God bless you and the family Theresa on this anniversary of the tragedy of 9/11
I never did get to know Curtis but I've know you all my life and I could imagine what you're going through and still is going through. Remember that he's in very good hands right now. God bless you all
Pamela Dove & Family both in Bermuda & Rhode Island.
Sammy Perlmutter
September 9, 2002
God Bless you Curtis. May God love you always.
SAM WILLIAMS
September 9, 2002
I KNEW CURT A LONG TIME FROM SINCE HE WAS A YOUNG BOY GOING TO PRIMARY SCHOOL,I MET HIM FROM SEEING HIM VISIT HIS GRANDMOTHER WHO LIVES A COUPLE OF HOUSES DOWN THE BLOCK AND HIS UNCLE WALTER, A VERY GOOD FRIEND OF MINE.HE WAS A FUNNY LITTLE KID WHO GREW UP TO BE THE FUNNIEST AND ONE OF MY CLOSEST FRIENDS. I CANT REMEMBER GOING TO A LOCAL PARTY AND CURT AND GARVIN WASNT THERE. CURTIS HAD A WAY ABOUT HIM ONCE HE IS AROUND YOU GOTTA HAVE A GOOD TIME CAUSE HE'S GONNA MAKE YOU LAUGH. I CALLED GARVIN UP THE OTHER NIGHT AND I HAD TO DRAG HIM OUT OF HIS HOUSE. HE TOLD ME ITS JUST NOT THE SAME WITHOUT CURT AND HES RIGHT.
Valerie Creque-Johnson
September 8, 2002
To Theresa & family: May God bless & keep You in his ever present loving arms. THESE THINGS I HAVE SPOKEN TO YOU,THAT IN ME YOU MAY HAVE PEACE. IN THE WORLD YOU WILL HAVE TRIBULATION;BUT BE OF GOOD CHEER,I HAVE OVERCOME THE WORLD. (John 16:33) Valerie & family, niece of Mary Louise Foreman
Sally
September 7, 2002
I didn't have the privilege of knowing Curtis but I had the privilege of making his (and his girlfriend's) quilt square for the 9/11 United in Memory Quilt Project. I chose to do Curtis's square because I connected with him after reading things about him and Aisha from the internet. I hope the quilt will bring some comfort to his family and friends. My heart goes out to you.
Leslie Davis
September 7, 2002
May God Bless you and your family, Theresa
Louise Foreman's Niece, Leslie.
Annette Dickson
August 26, 2002
I never met Curtis face to face, but dealt with him often. The company I worked for partitioned the GenTel switch. Curtis was always friendly and helpful. I always enjoyed speaking to him. I was deeply saddened when I learned that he lost his life on 9/11 along with the other friends I had made at General Telecom. I think of them often and miss them all. God Bless them.
Sarah
May 27, 2002
I would first like to say I'm sorry for your lost. But this accured to me while I was looking through the pictures, I take that back something cought my eye is what it was. Look at the picture of Curtis the first where he is wearing a plad shirt. From his forehead to his nose is a cross. You dont have to look close I can see it from far away. I take it as he's saying he's ok. i just wanted to shared this with his family and friends who didn't see it. God Bless Ya'll.
Monique Williams
May 14, 2002
MAY GOD BLESS AND LOOK AFTER YOU ALWAYS, YOU WILL BE MISSED, AND NEVER FORGOTTEN. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER OUR GOOD TIMES AT MONROE.
REST IN PEACE
Angie Campbell
May 7, 2002
May God Bless you and watch over the family and friends that you left behind.
March 15, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON CURTIS TERRENCE NOEL AND HIS GIRLFRIEND AISHA AND MAY THEY REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS...GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY GOD AND HIS ANGELS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
DARLENE DUPONT
March 11, 2002
I DIDNT KNOW CURTIS BUT I GIVE MY DEPEST SYMPATHY TO HIS FAMILY,FRIENDS,AN LOVED ONES.MAY GOD CONTINUE TO KEEP ND BLESS US ALL.
John Schiavone
February 24, 2002
We worked together at General Telecom. I will never forget his sense of humor or his dedication to his job and friends. It was a privelege to work with him and to have known him. God Bless you Curtis! God Bless your family!
January 31, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON CURTIS TERRENCE NOEL AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS.MAY HE BE WITH HIS GIRLFRIEND AISHA..GOD BLESS THEIR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..AMEN
Teresa Jahn
December 17, 2001
We are very sorry for your loss of Curtis and his girlfriend Aisha. 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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