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Jeannine M. LaVerde
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Jeannine LaVerde Obituary
When the snow comes, the real stuff, deep enough to keep most Staten Islanders indoors, the hardy few on skis or sleighs in the hills of LaTourette Park will remember a joyful Jeannine M. LaVerde on her sled. Her dream, she said, was to tackle some real snow, Alaska. She was fearless, her Aunt Janet recalls. Her response to the fiercest of snowstorms was to trudge out to take somebody fresh bread and milk.
Ms. LaVerde drew on her courage last year to take a tougher job, in new accounts at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, on the 89th floor of 2 World Trade Center. So high, her mother-in-law fretted. "Don't worry," replied Ms. LaVerde, 36. "I can run down the stairs. Any problem, I'm out of there."
She had a son, Christopher Sodano, 10. The whole family would gather each Labor Day at Daniels, a Poconos resort, where she would cheer as Christopher socked home runs on the softball diamond. When he took home this year's batting trophy, she pronounced the vacation "the best ever."
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The Kindred Family
December 2, 2018
Sending our deep sympathy to your family. With the passing years may God continue to give the needed comfort and help to cope with such a sad loss. Jeannine is still missed by many. May the time finally come when such violent acts that separate family members from each other is ended forever.
melissa
September 13, 2016
missing you :(
S J. Friscia III
April 30, 2014
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John Eddy
October 9, 2013
I still remember you passing by my house on Gower Street as you walked home from Wagner HS. Tommy's little sister that everyone watched over. You were always so happy, laughing....you are thought of often and always sure to bring a smile with that thought
Donna Hoahng
September 11, 2012
I think of you often
Christine Barton
September 11, 2012
Thinking of you always.
always in our prayers
Steven
September 12, 2011
I watched the 10th Anniversary and I heard and saw your name and picture on MSNBC and so I googled you and found this guest book. Your last name and mine are very similar. My grandfather changed one vowel and I think your mother will know which one. I don't know you or your family. I don't rule out however being a distant relative some how because having this last name we all have to be related somehow. My grandfather came over from Italy when he was a young boy all by himself and made a good life for himself here in this great country of ours. He came through Ellis Island made his home in Pittsburgh. He has relations, he told me in New York and Chicago and Italy of course. Because of you, this has now turned this day into a personal loss for me. I now know that at the waterfall reflecting pool is a (relatives) name. I'm so sorry that this happened to you. God Bless You and Keep You.
SLL
melissa sutain
September 11, 2011
I miss u..thinking of u.. good bless
sheila pisciotta
August 5, 2011
Happy Birthday in Heavne Jeannine Miss you so much
August 4, 2011
Happy Birthday Jeannine, Love and Miss you Bernadette
Christine Barton
May 2, 2011
Thinking of you and your Family always.
Christine Barton
September 11, 2009
To Jeannine's Mother,
WE'RE ALIKE, YOU AND I
We're alike, you and I.
We've never met
Our faces would be those of strangers if we met
We would barely perceive the other's presence
If we passed on our walk through the mists
We're unknown to each other
Until the terrible words have been spoken
"MY CHILD DIED"
We're alike, you and I
We measure time in seconds and eternities
We try to go forward to yesterday
Tomorrows are for the whole people,
And we are incomplete now
The tears after a time turn inward
To become invisible to all save you and me
Our souls are rumpled from wrestling with demons.
And doubts and unanswerable prayers.
"GIVE ME BACK MY CHILD"
We're alike, you and I.
The tears that run down your face are my tears
And the wound in your soul is my pain too.
We need time, but time is our enemy
For it carries us farther and farther
From our lost child
And we cry out;
"HELP ME"
Rest in peace to all 911 victims
Christine Barton
September 10, 2009
Rest in peace Jeannine always thinking of you and your family. never a day goes by when you and all the lost are not on my mind and in my heart. 8 years it seems like each day is the first day.
August 24, 2009
I miss you so much.
Bernadette
August 4, 2009
Hello Jeannine,
Happy Birthday!!! I planted sun flowers infront of my house. I know they were your favorite flowers. When I look at them I think of you.
Love
Bernadette
August 4, 2009
Hello Jeannine
Happy Birthday!!! I know that you are watching over us
Miss you
Love
Sheila
christine Barton
August 4, 2009
Jeannine,
Happy Birthday sweet one and I hope you know you are not forgotten, I know this is a very hard day for your Mother and your son. please continue to watch over them as I know you have done.
August 3, 2009
Hello Jeannine,
I know you are with us. We all love you and think of you all the time. Hope somehow Jake is with you as we all will be with you one day. Happy Birthday in Heaven.
Love,
Mom
Doug Abraham
August 2, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
Alyssa Adzemovic
October 2, 2008
may your soul rest in peace and we miss you
Christine Barton
September 10, 2008
Always thinknig of you and your Family, I wish I would have met you as you must have have been a wonderful person as I know your mother is.
August 13, 2008
Jeannine:
I was just thinking of you today :) To me it feels like just yesterday, that you left Ernst & Co. to go and work at KBW. All I say is that I hope that you are in a much better place.
Donna
Bernadette
August 8, 2008
Hi Jeannine
Happy Birthday, I miss you so much
Love
Bernadette
Dolores LaVerde
August 5, 2008
My dearest Jeannine,
Another birthday passes and our hearts remain broken. We miss you so much and think of you every day. I can't wait to see you again when this life is over.
Love always,
Mom
SHEILA PISCIOTTA
August 4, 2008
HAPPY BIRTHDAY WITH GOD JEANNINE REST IN PEACE
Dolores LaVerde
September 11, 2007
My dearest Jeannine,
We love and miss you more than words can say. It's hard to believe that it has been six years since I last saw you. I think of you all day long. I see your face in Christopher's face. He looks so much like you. Until we meet again, please God keep Jeannine safe.
Love,
Mom
Christine Barton
September 11, 2007
Thinking of you today as I do always rest in peace and watch over the wonderful family that needs you . this should never have happened
SHEILA PISCIOTTA
September 11, 2007
IT HAS BEEN SIX YEARS NOW AND WE STILL WONDER WHY? I PUT A SUNFLOWER BY YOUR NAME TODAY I AM SURE YOU CAN SEE IT THERE. REST IN PEACE DEAR FRIEND
sheila pisciotta
August 3, 2007
Hi Jeannine
I know you see me every morning and evening. Keep watching over us, your friends and family miss you more with each passing day. Happy Birthday in Heaven Dear Friend
Doug Abraham
August 2, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Dolores LaVerde
August 2, 2007
My Dearest Jeannine,
Happy Birthday in Heaven. This special day is forever carved into our hearts. I hope you are in a happy place with lots of flowers and birds. I know you are with us and watching and waiting for the day when we will all be together again. Until then, we love and miss you more than words can say. You are the best mother and daughter in all the world. Chris is growing into a handsome, young man and I know you are proud of him.
Much Love,
Mom
Christine Barton
February 23, 2007
You are always thought of and I think of your mom and Son everyday as I think of Jeanmarie .
I feel so bad for what Happened and I hope you are watching over your Family as they do need you .
P Tabbernor
December 4, 2006
In remembrance....
Kristine
November 10, 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.
Ana
October 18, 2006
I am sure that Sweet Jeannine is so proud of her loving family and is always protecting them with her beautiful Angel Wings.
Christine
September 11, 2006
All my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family .rest in peace
Donna H
August 11, 2006
Hi Jeannine:
I was just thinking about you.
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Bernadette
August 2, 2006
Hello Jeannine;
Happy Birthday in Heaven!!
Gone but not forgotten.
sheila pisciotta
August 2, 2006
Hi Jeannine
Happy Birthday to you
Keeping watching from above we love and miss you so much
shelia pisciotta
December 24, 2005
Hi Jeannine
I guess you see me walking by you eveyday now. I say good morning and good night as I walk by.
I wished you a Merry Christmas up in Heaven. I know you loved this time of year. I thought they had a Christmas tree at Ground Zero but I dont see it this year.
We miss you more and more each day
Love
Sheila
Christine Barton
November 10, 2005
where to start is always the hardest part for me.
I am always thinking of you you are part of us now and I think that you know this . and I know that your Mother loves you so much
for I can hear the pain in her heart when we do speak even though
we dont speak much anymore and maybe that is so we do not have to feel the pain even more ,the only thing I know is that you and all the rest of the angels are very much missed and I can tell you one thing more , your mother is a wonderful person and she is doing well watching your son Chris I know you are proud.
Patricia Grandy
October 4, 2005
Dear Jeannine,
It's been quite some time since I wrote you but that's not because I haven't thought about you. It breaks my heart to read all the sweet messages left for you because it truly makes me realize how wonderful you really are. I hope you know how much you are loved and greatly missed!
I speak to your mom all the time and she fills me in on how she, Chris and Jake are doing. Please continue to watch over them from Heaven.
Love your friend,
Pat
sheila pisciotta
September 10, 2005
Hi Jeannine
Thinking of you so much today and wondering if you know how much we miss you and love you.
4 years and we still speak of you everyday. And we still ask why?
We love and miss you Jeannine oh so much
Love
Sheila
sheila pisciotta
August 8, 2005
Hey Jeannine
No I did not forget you on your Birthday. Bernadette and I went to see the Postcards in Staten Island
We think of you everyday and we wish you where here
We miss you and love you so much
Sheila
Dolores LaVerde
August 2, 2005
Dear Jeannine,
Today, August 2, 2005, is your birthday. I miss you so much I could just scream. It's still so hard to believe that you are not here. Chris is doing well and is a very active boy. He's here with me every day as I know that is what you wanted. As you used to say, "take care of my boy". We all miss you terribly and love you more than words can say. I can't wait to see you again in Heaven. You are the best daughter and mother anyone can possibly have.
Love,
Mom
Christine Barton
December 31, 2004
Have not had a chanve to write anytihng here for a long time wanted to say you are still in mt thoughts everyday
and your son is always on my mind as is your mom .
i will always be thinking of you even though I personally did not know you and have just heard things form your mom and your friends and I know if my daughter Jeanmarie liked you then you were a wonderful person .
and I will always know you and Jeanmarie are together watching over your famlies .
sheila pisciotta
December 4, 2004
Hey Jeannine
Well it's that time again Christmas.
I remember how everyday you would come in and count down the days and make sure everyone knew how many days to Christmas was left.
We hear you voice everyday and speak of you always. Love you Jeannine Watch over us
Love
Sheila
Jesus (Isaac) Molina
October 11, 2004
Hello Sweetcakes:
How are you Jeannine? I know that you are doing great. The rest of us are just trying to get by day by day. So much has changed since that horrible day. I miss the good 'ol days. Things seem "easier" back then. Chris has gotten so big. Your mom appears to be holding up well. Jake seems fine. You are tremendously missed Jeannine. I can't believe that it's been 3 years already. Time flies. I wish you were physically here. Not so much for myself or your pals, but for Christopher and your mother Delores and Jake. I certainly hope we meet again.
Patricia Grandy
September 14, 2004
Dear Jeannine,
I'm sorry I didn't get a chance to write to you on Saturday, the 3rd anniversary of you leaving those who loved you so.
I watched the ceremony on TV and saw the hurt and pain still so fresh on your mother's face as she read your name and my heart broke all over again.
I attended the 6:30pm memorial ceremony at Richmond Ballpark with your mom in your honor. The monument was beautiful. As I went to put roses in the "postcard" that is inscribed with your name I discovered there was already one rose there. That proved to me how very much you are loved and missed by so many people.
I gave your mom a statue that day that reminded me of you. It's God's hands holding a little girl with a rainbow over her. I hope that made her smile just a little bit as she goes through yet another year without her little girl.
Always thinking of you!
Your friend,
Pat
Bernadette Ciraola
September 11, 2004
Dear Jeannin;
Today is the third anniversary of your death. I miss you so very much. Sheila and I keep a picture of you picture on our desk. A day does not go by that I don't think about you, your mother, Christopher and lets not forget Jake. Jeannine I miss not being able to talk to you when I am having a bad day,or your help when I need advice. I miss not having you sit next to me like we did for 10 years at work. I miss not hearing your voice or your laugh. I love and miss you so very much.
Love Always
Bernadette
The Alaimo Family
September 11, 2004
Dear Jeannine, We just want you to know that you are on our minds everyday ,but today especially. The whole family was watching the Memorial service together and were pleasnatly surprised to see your mom reading your name. Jeannine rest in peace and always know you are on our minds.....Always.....
Love your cousins, Paul, Rosanne,Nicole Rose,and Natalie Marie Alaimo xoxoxoxo
Dolores LaVerde
September 10, 2004
My dearest Jeannine,
On this the eve of the 3rd anniversary of that terrible September day, I would like you to know I love you more than ever, I miss you more than ever and I will never rest until we are reunited in Heaven. Jeannine, I'm going to be one of the readers at the ceremony at Ground Zero tomorrow. I will be reading a group of names starting with "L" and will include your name as well. Glad I was picked to do this. It's a tribute to you. Life is so different without you physically here, but I know you are with us. I feel your presence often. Chris is doing well, but again a different boy and hiding a broken heart - as I do. Thank you to all your friends who have submitted their thoughts on this website. Take care of my Jeannine, dear God. Take care of all the victims of September 11th.
Love,
Mom
SHEILA PISCIOTTA
September 7, 2004
Dear Jeannine
I don't have to tell you how much we miss you. As the 3rd date of you
leaving us arrives.
Keeping watching over us Jeannine
until we met again
Love
Sheila
plaque
Christine barton
August 12, 2004
I want to tell you that I do not know any of the victims of 911 other than my Daughter Jeanmarie Wallendorf but I have been kepping my promise the I made and will never let anyone forget .
I have been holding memorials for them each year and am planning this one now but I also want to share with you all what was recently done.
I have dedicated a bronze plaque in honor of all the victims and on august 7th 2004 we had a plaque dedication in hobe sound florida
the plaque will always be here for anyone to visit it has been placed in front of my home.
I am trying so hard to keep my promise no matter how hard it is
the day the plaque was placed
it was beautiful in how it rained just over my home and as the plaque was unveiled the clouds parted and the sun shined through and so I take it as a sign form our loved ones that I am doing something good.
I pray for them all each and every day.please feel free to contact me anytime 772 463 1612 or 772 263 6218
Happy birthday!!! always thinking of you
Patricia Grandy
August 10, 2004
Dear Jeannine,
I know it's been a while since I've written but it's not because I haven't been thinking of you. I hope you had a nice birthday in Heaven.
I had a dream about you a few weeks ago. You weren't actually in the dream but I thought I was looking for you and calling out your name over and over but you didn't answer and I couldn't find you.
Two weeks ago I went to Blockbuster to pick up some movies. As I was standing in line waiting to pay for them there was a little girl and her mom ahead of me. The little girl's name was Jessie, the same name as my beloved mother. When I got to the cashier, her name was Jeannine - and she spelled her name same way you do. I thought surely that must be a sign from you and my mother that you two are together and watching over your families who miss you so much. I thanked the two of you outloud - did you hear me? I hope so.
Keep sending me signs, I'll be looking out for them!
I hope to see you again soon in my dreams!
Until next time,
Love your friend,
Pat
Jesus (Isaac) Molina
August 2, 2004
Hello Jeannine (Sweetcakes):
How are you? I know, you are doing fabulous. You couldn't be better. I know it's been a while. I just wanted to wish you a Happy Birthday. I believe today is the day. I'm horrible with dates but Sheila keeps reminding me.
I'm hanging in there. It's so rough. Just taking it one day at a time. You are missed tremendously. I've seen a recent photo of Chris. He's so big. Your mom sounds okay. They miss you. More importantly, we all love you. Until next time...
Bernadette Ciraola
August 2, 2004
Dear Jeannine;
Happy Birthday. I miss you very much.
Love always,
Bernadette
SHEILA PISCIOTTA
August 2, 2004
Happy Birthday in Heaven Jeannine
Happy Birthday to you.
Keep watching over us from above Jeannine.
We are all keeping your memory alive
Love Sheila
Mike De Carolis
July 26, 2004
Hi Jeannine, just wanted to let you know that you were thought of today. I know that your in gods hands and may he continue to hold you in his palms. May he continue to bless your family and keep them strong.
Marsha Laverde
July 19, 2004
I visit Legacy.com quite often, I lost a close friend Joseph Roberto who I realize now use to work with Jeannine. I just happen to be scrolling thru the names when I saw my last name. Aside from my family I have never met anyone with my last name. I read thru the entries & my heart goes out to your family. Although we have never met I want to extend my condolences to you all. Its almost a serreal experience seeing your last name on this list of angels. My god bless you & keep you all close to his heart.
With all my love
Marsha Laverde
SHEILA PISCIOTTA
July 4, 2004
HEY Jeannine
Another 4th of July without you.
Please watch over us Jeannine from above. Everyone misses you so much.
I know you us when we speak of you.
The things that used to go on in the office,laughs that we used to have. All wonderful memories of you.
Love
Sheila
Patricia Grandy
February 24, 2004
Dear Jeannine,
Sorry it took me so long to write to you again.
I'm sure you know by now that I lost my mom just before the new year came in.
I wanted to tell you what my son, Jordan, asked me a couple of weeks ago. We were saying our prayers together and he asked me if I thought you and Grandma met in Heaven. I told him yes. He said that's good because "Jeannine can take care of Grandma for us and Grandma can take care of Jeannine for Dolores and Chris".
I told him I'm sure you two are taking care of each other and watching over those of us who love you both very much.
Please say hi to my mom for me and tell her I miss her dearly, just as Dolores and Chris miss you.
Talk to you soon!
Love your friend,
Pat
Dolores LaVerde
February 19, 2004
When I read all the wonderful entries in Jeannine's guest book, it just makes me cry. I miss Jeannine so much every moment of every day, but it is so heartwarming to know her friends are keeping her in their hearts. Jeannine, we all love you and I can't wait to be with you again in Heaven. Chris loves you and misses you more than he could ever express. I believe he still is in shock.
Love,
Mom
sheila pisciotta
January 26, 2004
I don't know Jeannine but why do I feel like you have something to do with all this snow that we are having? The way I see it you would have taken off from work this whole winter. As much as I dislike the snow, I know you loved it and everytime I see a snowflake drop I think of you. Miss you more each day
Love
Sheila
Michael De Carolis
January 21, 2004
Dear Jeannine,
Well it's been a while since I have been able to get to my pc to say hi to you and for that I am sorry. I just wanted you to know that although we all may not write in your guest book just be aware that you are always thought of. I pray every day for GOD to give your son Chris the strenght to go on. I pray that GOD continues to watch over you mom Delores and your entire family and friends. I just wanted to drop a little note, in your guess book to let you know that you are never never forgotten.
May GOD continue to hold you in his palms.
Patricia Grandy
December 24, 2003
Dear Jeannine,
It's that time of the year again and again, your mom and son are missing you more than ever.
I just wanted to let you know I'm thinking of you today and always. I remember you visited me last Christmas Eve in my dreams, I was hoping you'd visit me again this year but if not, please know that you are always on my mind and in my heart.
Merry Christmas!
Your friend,
Pat
Sheila Pisciotta
December 24, 2003
Dear Jeannine
Thinking of you today and always and wishing you where here.
Keeping watching over us from above
Miss you
Love
Sheila
Jesus (Isaac) Molina
December 15, 2003
Hello Jeannine(Sweetcakes):
How have you been? I know, a lot better than the rest of us. The holidays are here again however unfortunately without you. The snow has even fallen a couple of times. Of course everyone associates the snow with you. You are truly missed and more so loved. I think if you each passing day. More often than not I feel as if you are the lucky one. It's very difficult down here Sweetcakes. So much to worry about. I guess we have to hack it out until it's our time. I just wanted to let you know in writing that I always think of you. God Bless you.
Patricia Grandy
December 1, 2003
Dear Jeannine,
Every time I hear this song, I think of you..............
Missing You..............
Although I'm missing you,
I'll find a way to get through living without you.
You were my sister, my strength and my pride, only God may know why, but I will survive............
Who'd ever know that you'd have to go so suddenly, so fast....
How could it be that the sweet memories would be all that we have left?
Now that you're gone, everyday I go on, but life's just not the same. I'm so empty inside and my tears I can't hide but I'll try to face the pain......though I'm missing you....
Missing You........Lyrics to a song by:
Gladys Knight, Chaka Khan, Brandy and Tamia........
Patricia Grandy
November 26, 2003
Happy 2nd Thanksgiving in Heaven Jeannine.
Just wanted to let you know I am thinking about you. My thoughts and prayers are also with your family on yet another holiday they are spending without you, especially your mom, Dolores and son, Chris.
Love your friend,
Pat
SHEILA
November 22, 2003
The other day as I was getting off the train at Whithall Street. I heard you call my name. I was going up the stairs and I hear you say my name twice. You said it just like you used to when I didnt hear you the first time. When I got to the top of the stairs I stopped to look to see who was calling me. No one was there. Did I miss you Jeannine? I looked but didnt see you. When I went into work I told
Bernadette. She said that you are here with us. Are you Jeannine?
I think about you everyday Jeannine.
And still wonder why? We miss you and love you.
Sheila
Patricia Grandy
November 4, 2003
Dear Jeannine,
It's been a while since I last wrote to you but that's not because I stopped thinking of you. I think of you always, each and every day. I speak to your mom, Dolores, almost every day too. She still misses you terribly and I know she always will. I pray for you every night, pray that you have found peace and that you are in a better place. Please continue to watch over us, especially your mom and Chris.
I forgot to tell you, I adopted a little dog from a shelter in April. The shelter named him Jake and I chose to keep that name for him. Was that a coincidence or did you guide me to save that little dog with the same name as yours from being destroyed? I think you did. He's a wonderful, sweet little guy. Thanks!
Love always,
your friend,
Pat
Dolores LaVerde
November 1, 2003
Dear Jeannine,
I love you more than words could ever say. This Halloween Chris was so not into it. It breaks my heart knowing how much you loved to encourage him to wear a costume and you would wear one as well. We used to either leave work early or take the day off because we had to be home for the trick or treaters. Life is not the same, we miss you and wait for the day for that beautiful reunion in Heaven. Thank you for the "signs". God bless all your family and friends who keep you alive in their thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Mom
sheila
October 31, 2003
Dear Jeannine
This is one of you favorite days.
I miss hearing about what you and Chris are going to be for Halloween.
I hope you are at peace. I talk to you daily do you hear me?
We miss you and Love you very much.
Sheila
Jesus (Isaac) Molina
September 25, 2003
Hello Jeannine (Sweetcakes):
How are you? I know, better than any of us could ever feel. Sorry for not writing but not a day passes that I don't think of you. You are tremendously missed by me and others very close to you. So much has changed in so little time. I keep our memories close to my heart non-stop. Words can't express how much I miss you. I know that you are in God's hands now and there isn't anything better than that I'm sure. The days and weeks and months go by however you are always on my mind. May God continue to hold you and bless your family and friends. I love you and until next time...
Paul,Rosanne Nicole and Natalie Alaimo
September 12, 2003
Cousin Jeannine, Another year has passed.Another anniversary of the most horrible day in all our lives.Thoughts of you are constantly running through our minds, As well as thoughts of your Mom, Son,and Brother.One would think that time would make it easier to comprehend what happened that day, but the time passes each day and we are left with the same questions.WE know that you are in a far better place now and we know that you are our "Special Angel " In Heaven. So keep watching over your family and friends as you have been doing and we will keep praying to you .Always in our Hearts, Paul, Rosanne, Nicole & Natalie xoxoxoxo
Bernadette Ciraola
September 11, 2003
Dear Jeannine:
Today is your second anniversay in heaven. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. I miss you very much.
When I am feeling sad I often think of the silly things we use to do to each other. Like the day you and Sheila and I put a rubber hand in the filing cabinet and told Alan to go and get a file. When he screamed we all could not stop laughing or the time when you were sitting at your desk and pretending to be a rocker. Then slamed your head into your desk because you could not see with you hair in front of your face. We all laughed as you farhead turned redand had a bump on it. Or the time you and I were talking and you fell off your chair. The memories I have of you are priceless.
I love and miss you very much.
michelle shaffer
September 11, 2003
hello, jeannine its been a while since a wrote to you, but tdy is 2yrs that u were taken from all of us..I cant believe how much has changed in 2 yrs...Little Kevin is 17mos old and he runs the house and so Me & Big Kevin feel like the the kid.....When our b-days passed this year, I had a tough time but got through it because Iknew u were here in spirt like u always will be..I asked God to please watch over u for ever and he said thats why I am here..so after that I knew every day would get easier. I am thinking about your mother tdy and the rest of the gang...Miss you terribly......I hope they r taking special care of you in heaven..will write again...
Michael De Carolis
September 11, 2003
Dear Jeannine,
Well today marks your second year anniversary in heaven, with our Lord Jesus. I know that you are always watching over all of us. I will continue to pray that God continues to watch over your son Chris and your mom Delores and the entire LaVerde family and friends. May GOD keep you, Jeannine in the palms of his hands. May your son Chris be very aware of the love and prayers that go out to him and the entire Laverde family. May god continue to shed his strenght on all that have been affected by this senseless tragedy.
Christine Barton
September 10, 2003
Jeannine ,
sept 11th is one day away and
I am thinking of you and all the others lost on that day .
i will not be able to sign your book tomarrow because I will be busy getting your and everyone elses memorial together and it seems to be going good. I hope you like it and i hope you ar ewatching over us. but mainly watch over your mother and son I know they need you badly .
you are missed so much .
Christine , ps watch over jeanmarie for me she is my little girl .
sheila
September 7, 2003
Hi Jeannine
It is two years since you left us so suddenly. We miss you so much.
We know you are with us all the time. Keep sending us those hints that you are still around.
We love you Jeannine.
Sheila
John Tachine
September 4, 2003
I grew up on the same street as Jeannine and knew her brother Tommy. I always knew her as 'little Jeannine', always walking past my house on her way to Wagner high school. She always had a kind hello for me and my family. I remember her as a shy, friendly, kind & sweet girl. I see she grew up into a wonderful woman who brought joy into others lives. My prayers as well as my families prayers go out to the LaVerde family. Our thoughts are with you ...........
Dolores LaVerde
August 17, 2003
I am so deeply touched when I go into this website. Everyone leaves such beautiful messages for Jeannine and I must say thank you to all. Jeannine's birthday, August 2nd, was especially hard to deal with this year. It was always such a happy day for 36 years. I now feel I'm in "wait mode" - waiting for my final day to come so I can be reunited with my wonderful daughter. Each day brings its own chores and tasks, but I still feel like a robot doing them. Keeping busy is important or I think I would go crazy. Whenever Jeannine had to go to a store, or work late or went out to dinner with her friends, she would ask me to watch Chris and "take care of my boy". And so I do, every day. Love to all who have sent messages and love to all the victims of September 11th and their families. Please God, take care of our loved ones and reunite us.
Love,
Jeannine's Mother, Dolores
Michael De Carolis
August 7, 2003
Dear Jeannine, It's been a while since I last visited your guest book, and for that I am so very sorry. But that does not mean that you are forgotten. You are always in our hearts and prayers. May god, continue to hold you in the palm of his hand forever. God Bless and protect your son and the LaVerde family.
sheila pisciotta
August 2, 2003
Happy Birthday in Heaven dear
Jeannine. Happy Birthday to you
Love
Sheila
richard crupi
July 19, 2003
dear jeannine, i know of you from the neighborhood but we never have spoken. I know your brother tommy for a long time.
On that historic day you were taken from us in a tragic way. but you were taken only from us and not from the hand of god. on that day you were chosen with many others to become the messengers of the lord to influence all of us through your spirit.in that i am sad of your lose from us but happier to know peace will always be with you and for all of those people you touched peace within them.
sheila
July 6, 2003
Hey Jeannine
Another 4th Of July went by.
They had the Fireworks in the city.
I know you would have found some, you always did.
The job isnt the same anymore.
the "Family" feeling is gone.
So much has changed. But I guess you can see that. We still speak your name everyday. We miss you.
Love
Sheila
Jesus (Isaac) Molina
May 27, 2003
Hello Jeannine (Sweetcakes):
I know, I haven't typed in a while. That never means that I don't think of you because I do. I think of you every single day of my life. How are you? I'm sure you're great. I trying to get by. So much has changed. Our old company almost doesn't exist any longer. It's crazy the way things have been going. These are very rough times. I speak to your mom here and there. I ask about Chris and Jake. You are missed tremendously. I speak for everyone when I say that we love you and miss you and can't wait to see you again. In the meantime, you're always in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You!!!
michelle shaffer
May 12, 2003
It's been so long since I wrote you a letter...Today is May 12, 2003 and it's this time of the year has always been your favorite time, school ending for Chris, all the holidays you were trying to get on vacation too, whether it was 2 days or three days, you didn't care and then of course our birthdays that r only 2 days apart, we never missed a year to wish each other happy- birthday's and always tried to sneak out for a celebration drink. It is at least 14 yrs, that we never missed a phonecall. I will always call you up in heaven to wish you a happy one.. I was viewing all these letters and I am not the only one who thinks you are a wonderful person, friend, mother...There is not a day that goes by where I don't think of you...I am so glad you were able to attend my wedding in Nov, 2000...I have some wonderful memories.........I thank you for that...Miss you truly,,,,,I hope they are treating you the best up there.......See you again.....Michelle
Christine barton
April 25, 2003
Dolores this below was read by my son christopher at the candle light vigil in 2002 at my home it was meant for jaime but now i am giving it to you for jeanninne .
Since you've gone first and I remain,
to walk the road alone,
I'll live in memory's garden, Jo,
with happy days we've known.
In spring I'll wait for roses red,
when faded, the lilacs blue.
In early fall when brown leaves fall,
I'll catch a glimpse of you.
Since you've gone first and I remain,
for battles to be fought.
Each thing you've touched along the way
will be a hallowed spot.
I'll hear your voice, I'll see your smile,
tho blindly I may grope,
The memory of your helping hand
will buoy me on with hope.
Since you've gone first and I remain,
one thing I'll have you do,
Walk slowly down that long long path,
for soon I'll follow you.
I want to know each step you take,
so I may take the same.
For someday down that lonely road,
you'll hear me call your name.
Dolores LaVerde
December 29, 2002
Dear Jeannine,
I'm glad that you visited Pat in her dream. Thank you, Pat, for telling me about your wonderful dream. Jeannine, I really feel you were sending us a message that you are okay and waiting to be reunited with us. Every day is a step closer to you. You are with me, I know, I feel your presence and can almost reach out and touch you. Please know that Chris, Tommy, Denise, your nephew, nieces and I miss you terribly and love you more than words can express. I hope your friend, Jeanmarie is with you. I speak to her Mother, Christine, regularly and needless to say, we share the same feelings and emotions. I read the letters in the Staten Island Advance and my heart breaks for all the good people who were lost on that terrible day. I pray for them and for all the families. We will never get over this; our lives are forever changed. Please God cherish and love our children more than us. Jeannine, till we meet again in Heaven - I LOVE YOU.
Love,
Mom
Patricia Grandy
December 26, 2002
Dear Jeannine,
On Christmas Eve, I received the most wonderful present ever - another visit from you in my dreams. This time, you spoke to me. You told me that you are okay now and you wanted me to give that message to your mother. I did.
Although in this life, we had never actually met, we spoke to each other many times on the phone and I felt like we did know each other. I'm glad that you feel comfortable with our friendship to visit me in my dreams. I am, by far, the lucky one. It was a blessing to be friends with you in this life and I am again being blessed with your presence by your visits in my dreams.
I will cherish that Christmas Eve dream for as long as I live! It also brightened your mother's Christmas and for that, I'm SO grateful.
I hope you know just how wonderful you are Jeannine!!
Merry Christmas!!! And thank YOU, for being my friend!
Love,
Pat
SHEILA
December 14, 2002
Hello Jeannine
Well it's that time of year again.
How we miss your daily e-mails telling us how many more days until Christmas.
How we remember you coming back from lunch with your arms full of packages of gifts for your family and friends. And then wondering how you would get all of it home.
I miss you messing with me about my Christmas tree. And the laugh we had when I brought in a blow up tree.
Merry Christmas up in Heaven Jeannine Please watch over us
Love
Sheila
Patricia Grandy
December 10, 2002
Dear Jeannine,
It's been a few months now since I last wrote to you. I wanted to tell you about the two wonderful dreams I had about you.
The first one, you were at a party at my house and I walked you back to your car. We hugged each other so tightly and said goodbye.
The second one, we were in my old apartment by the beach, sitting on the terrace drinking cold drinks and watching the beautiful ocean view. We didn't talk to each other at all. Instead, we just sat there admiring the peaceful ocean.
I told your mom about my dreams. And we both agreed that maybe they are a sign from you that you are at peace. I hope so.
Thanks for visiting me in my dreams. You made them wonderful!!
Love,
Pat
Jesus(Isaac) Molina
November 4, 2002
Hello Sweetcakes. We just had one of your favorite days pass us by, Halloween. The child in you came out on this day for you loved to dress up in a costume and trick or treat with Christopher. You'd plan for months what you were going to be for Halloween. Your costumes were always great. We attended a party once where I was Freddy Krueger and you were a little devil. Remember that? You were the cutest little devil. How ironic. Now the opposite has happened. Even prior to 9/11/01 and continuosly after that, you've been a true Angel. God Bless You Jeannine Laverde. Love, Cupcake
sheila
October 31, 2002
Jeannine
One of your favorite days of the year is today.
Halloween. You would never tell us what you where going to be it was always a surprise. How you loved this day.
Happy Halloween my friend Jeannine
Love you always
Sheila
Christine Barton
October 24, 2002
As time goes by and each day passes I come to kbw's site and also my daughter Jeanmarie's I write my feelings and I also go to other's that wer elost and read but form time to time i want to wirte to the famlies and express my sorrow for them also .
jeannine I know from speaking to her Mother and a friend of hers was a very wonerderful mother and daughter I can not even begin to express what I feel about a child losing a mother but I can say to Dolores that I know what she is feeling and I know she waits for the day that these feelings all go away ,but we both know in our hearts that they will never go away ,we wait to wake up from this terrible nightmare and when we speak Dolores ,you make me feel alot better in some ways knowing that I am not losing my mind or that I am not alone with the feelings i have , or the thoughts tha tgo through my head each passing day ,hoping my daughter will just call and say Hi Mom ! whats up ? how are the boys ? and oh by the way I am coming to Florida soon . but i know this is never going to happen and I am still maybe in shock and can not come to terms with this .
but again I want Dolores and Chris to know how deeply saddened I am for the loss of Jeannnine .
Chris ... I know if you ever read this gueast book you will see how much your mother loved you
and what a wonderful person she was and also how much your Grandmother loves you and is always looking out for you in every way .
Dolores LaVerde
October 23, 2002
Dear Jeannine,
My wonderful daughter, I love you. I miss you more and more each day. This whole thing is still unbelievable to me - I wish I could change it. I look at all your pictures and want to grab you out of them. Day by day I go through the motions of doing my chores, but it's like being in a trance. Nothing is enjoyable anymore - except Chris. He looks more and more like you and he is a wonderful boy. Jeannine, we love you so much and miss you so much. Death will be a blessing - I know you will be there for me.
Your loving mother,
Dolores
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