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Taimour Khan Obituary
As a child in Woodbury, N.Y., Taimour Khan doggedly practiced his BMX bike tricks until he could balance on his front tire, on his back tire, and even essay long bunny hops. One day he raced his brother Shaan so fiercely down Fairbanks Boulevard that their pedals tangled, they crashed, and went flying "for 20 yards," Shaan said. Later, although Taimour weighed but 150 pounds and stood 5 feet 11 inches tall, his determination propelled him to the captaincy of the Syosset High School football team and a celebrated 90-yard touchdown run. It was this drive that made Mr. Khan, 29, a commodity futures trader at Carr Futures, heading his own desk on the 90th floor of 1 World Trade Center. "He has the determination to be a really major player," his brother said, "and he cannot be taken down. I know that he's going to make it."
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Judy Trotta
September 11, 2021
I never knew Taimour but have thought of him and prayed for his family for 20 years. I wear a silver bracelet with his name engraved on it to remind me of his and others tragic loss on that day. Thinking of you all, especially today.
Jarrod Newman
September 11, 2019
Never forgotten and always in my heart.
David Adler
August 10, 2012
thinking of you and missing you.
anonymous
September 10, 2011
We often walk through Maple Grove Cemetery and have occasion to pass Taimour's gravesite. We always pause in silent meditation. As the 10th anniversary approaches, we remember the families of those who died and we wish them peace.
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Rossanna Catter
September 12, 2007
My Prayers are with The Khan Family! I am so sorry for your loss and wish there was something I can do to make your pain go away.
With Love,
An Old Friend,
Rose Catter-Nicolaides
Denise Samide
September 10, 2007
Time marches on, but your memory never fades. I will never forget your wonderful smile and beautiful sense of humor. We shared our passion for sports and humor and for that, I am forever grateful. May god bless your family and friends! Forever in my thoughts and heart.
P Tabbernor
November 24, 2006
In memory....
Kristine
November 7, 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.
Marnie Alexenburg Prisand
September 12, 2006
You will always be the face I think about on this day. You will forever be a childhood friend of mine who made me laugh, who I got into mischief with and who always made me feel special whenever I saw you. I look forward to telling my daughter one day about the amazing guy with the amazing smile who I knew and lost on this horrible day. My thoughts go out to your family today and always.
Henry Koo
September 11, 2006
Tai, you are in my thoughts and prayers constantly. I miss you, bro.
Jonathan
April 18, 2003
I was wandering in Central Park today, April 18 2003 when I cam across a park bench overlooking the Great Lawn. The plaque that your friends and family had placed on the bench shows how much they still love and miss you. I was touched by the words. I did not know Taimour, but I thought I would try and find out more about him. I will never forget that day. Rest in peace Taimour.
Tanu
August 30, 2002
After the unfortunate incident happened , I saw Mrs Khan( Taimour's mother) on television crying for him saying she wants him back. Ever since I havent been able to get that picture out of my mind. My deepest and sincere condolence are with the whole family. I cannot express more how saddened I am . God bless you and give you the patience and strength to go through it.
May 10, 2002
To the family of Taimour Khan - Please know that you are in the prayers of this stranger and millions like me. Your loss is irreparable, your grief incomprehensible but we pray for God to soothe and bless you and for Taimour to have a very special place at His side.
zara khan
May 2, 2002
Everyday of my life for the past 8 months has been a struggle without you here. I wish you knew how much I loved you and what you meant to Mommy and myself. I never realized how happy I was until you left us. I have been blessed for the past 29 years of my life to have had such an innocent and pure Saint in my life. I will remember you everyday of my life and remember how truly happy I once was. Life just doesn't make sense without you.
If anyone has any information regarding my brother on Sept. 11th, please contact me. We need to know everything.
salman khan
April 19, 2002
we miss you more every day. we love you.
slim
April 17, 2002
You are deeply missed and will forever be.
April 17, 2002
Syed(shahjee) Hussaini
March 11, 2002
I want to send my deepest and heart felt sympathy to his family especially to his mother. May god bless his soul.
Syed,
Joseph Isserles
March 10, 2002
I graduated Syosset High School with Taimour. I can remember how much of a good person he was. He used to help others out. He will be missed greatly. I want to send my deapest sympathy to his family and close friends. Taimour will always be in our hearts.
February 11, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG MAN TAIMOUR FIRAZ KHAN AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS.GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY GOD GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN..AMEN
Ana Padilla
February 6, 2002
I worked with Tai for about three years at Carr Futures. I sat right next to him when we were at Two WTC and then just a couple of desks away when we moved to One WTC. He was the greatest guy in the world. No matter where we were in the office or what we were doing, he always managed to stopped by and tell me hello or ask me how I was doing. I'll never forget how pleasant he was. I will miss him. My condolences go to his family. He will always be in my prayers.
Erica Ignell
February 3, 2002
Im so sadden @ what happend. I knew Tai when he was a little boy. I grew up in Miami Springs , Fla were he & his Mother & Father lived. I remember his little brother when he was just an infant. We were so young when we knew each other. If mom & dad read this , Please contact me . I lived on the corner house. My Prayers are with you .
Teresa Jahn
December 27, 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
Barbara Bosch
December 27, 2001
I am honored to wear the Mercy Band of Taimour Khan. I want his family to know that I pray for them and wish them strength to get through each day.
December 12, 2001
Many of my co-workers remember Tai, who worked at Carr Futures, who we do business with. I never knew Tai, but his name was one of the first I heard spoken at our office after the collapse of the towers.
One of our accountants was on the phone with Tai when the plane hit. He said, "Something's happened," and the line went dead. That's the last anyone in our company heard from him.
What everyone consistently said about Tai was how nice he was. He was one of those people you were always happy to hear from on the phone.
I hope his family knows that he was admired and respected, and that he will be missed.
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