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Ronald Gilligan Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Nov. 28, 2001.

Ronald Gilligan, 43, of Norwalk, Connecticut, an employee of Cantor Fitzgerald.

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September 12, 2020

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September 11, 2020

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September 11, 2020

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Carol Covell

September 12, 2020

Oh Ron....I miss your sense of humor, your endless pots of coffee and our meals together when we'd drive back to Connecticut. You and Liz have been wonderful friends to us. May you rest in peace. Ken has since joined you. My love to Liz and the children.

David Gilligan

September 11, 2020

Absolutely broke my heart to hear Ron's name called out during the memorial today. From all the Gilligan's here in Ireland: 'Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis'

Veronica Spuehler

September 11, 2020

Today is now 9/11/2020 and I have just found this site.

Many years ago, I work with Ron at James River in Norwalk and then in Richmond (for a year). I remember him well as being incredibly nice, incredibly smart, and incredibly hard-working. I did not know his family well but I remember my husband and I playing with Ron's 3 lovely girls at a James River picnic. I pray that his girls and his wife are all happy and doing well. May Ron rest in peace. I am thankful that I had the privilege of knowing him.

Steven Gilligan

November 5, 2019

Finally made it to the 9-11 mermorial as I walked around I felt such mixed feelings from anger to a serene inner feelings so hard to explain.My family and I walked mostly in silence we finally made it to the Freedom Tower and looked down to see the name Ronald Lawrence Gilligan it seemed to just jump out at us as Gilligan is my last name also immediately I felt a connection,we prayed as a family for him and his family God Bless may you all find peace

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Carol Covell

September 10, 2011

Ron & Liz Gilligan go back with me to Greenwich, CT. Ron worked with my husband Ken in Stamford, CT at James River Corp. We both moved to Richmond, VA together in May, 1992, in fact, we shared our first Memorial Day together in a new city. When we went to England in 1988, we shared time with Ron and Liz's families when we stopped in Liverpool on the way to Scotland. I miss his jokes and remember his love for his wife and family. Ron took care of people...He was so good at it. My prayers go out to Liz and the kids. May you rest in eternal peace, dear Ron. I will NEVER forget.

Charlotte

January 4, 2010

Although I only met you a few times, you definitely made me smile, you gave me a gift of a teddy bear which I still treasure today! You have truly inspired me with what I want to do with my life, while I am studying similarly to you, Auntie Liz is helping me along and hearing the funny stories about your life, career and family, makes me realise why you were always so happy and dedicate! Ash, Ainz, Desz are lovely cousins so witty and make me laugh!! You are truly missed by all the family Ron, I'm just so grateful that I got to meet you and thank you for inspiring me.
Charlotte xxxxx

Pat Souers

September 11, 2009

Happy 8th Anniversary in Heaven. Know that you are thought of often and missed much. My thoughts and prayers to Liz and the children. We'll never forget.

Ann Crisci

September 11, 2007

It's 6 years today - it seems like 6 minutes.
While we try to forgive, we will never forget. Ann.

Kristine

October 30, 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.

P Tabbernor

October 20, 2006

In memory....

Veronica Jayne Cook

September 10, 2006

I never met Ron but I had gone home to the UK for a week and was there 9/11. I got a flight the first day they allowed us out and the newspaper I bought at the airport had a photo of Ron and his beautiful daughter. I could not forget his smile. It said he was missing. I prayed for him on the flight from London to NY and hoped he had been found. That was not to be. Every time I go to the Trade Center I say a prayer for Ron and his family. I will continue to do this.

Veronica Jayne, Liverpool/New York

sidney owens

August 31, 2006

i'm truly soor for this loss ronald sounds lke a grat guy and i strongly sympathize. R~I~P.

Juliette Bradley

September 19, 2003

It's hard to believe that 2 years have past... I think of Ron and his family so often. I worked with Ron a number of years ago at Grolier, and he was one of the best people I have ever had the privilege of working with. We became good friends and I always admired his deep dedication to his job, but more importantly, to his family. I remember so many things:

- the time I harassed him about not coming to our Holiday party and his answer was simply "if I'm not working, I want to be with my family"

- the time I brought in a bit of carrot cake but he made me share it with the whole team, even though it had the cream cheese frosting he loved

- the time he stole my favorite pencil and made me bring in donuts for the team

He was always such a team player and he taught me sooo much. I will never forget him, his love of his children, and his adoration for his wife. With deepest respect and sadness ...

Christine Ziembicki

September 17, 2002

Dear Liz, It's been over a year since I heard the news. I did not accept that Ron was gone until I heard his name on September 11, 2002. Carol Covell and I spent time that day relfecting on how wonderful a man Ron was. I will never forget how much he loved you and the children. I was so lucky to have worked with Ron at James River. I will never forget him, his smile, his positive attitude. He never ever complained about anything. I remember him going home to eat, see you and the children and return to work because he had so much to do. He was so dedicated to all that he loved. I will never forget him and the bright smile on his face when he spoke of you and the children. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Christine

Janet Kilby

September 13, 2002

Dear dear Elizabeth,

It has been a few years now since we last met. But when I heard it seemd like yesterday when we were at work together. Rons love of life, his family and children was oh so strong. Know my prayers are with you and your family.

All my love

Janet

Kaye Laud

September 12, 2002

Today, 9/11/02, I sang the Mozart Requiem as part of the Rolling Requiem project. Each participant was given a pin bearing the name of an individual who died during the terrorist attacks. I received the name Ronald Gilligan. I have been moved by the tributes to this fine man and saddened to learn of the family he left behind. Although I did not know him, I paid my respects to him today as I sang. It isn't much, I know, but I offer my music and my voice to the chorus of thousands who will never forget.

Carol Covell

September 11, 2002

My husband, Ken, and I have known Ron and Liz since 1982. We will always have a deep fondness for him, his love of family and his deep respect for life. We spent several days with Ron, Liz and their families in Liverpool in 1988. It will be forever etched in our minds. Liz, whenever you need us, we are here for you and the children. All our Love..

Linda Rowan

September 11, 2002

I was so sad when I heard of Ron Gilligan's passing. Lost touch with him for so many years! He was actually one of the very first consultants I placed at James River 20 years ago! I remember his wit, smile and unbelievable work ethic. To his family, know there are many people whom Ron touched in his life and I am so sorry.

Bob Morehouse

August 29, 2002

I worked with Ron at Grolier in Danbury, CT in the mid '90s. Ron was my mentor and I'll never forget him. We worked hard but had a lot of fun. He was devoted to his family and will be sorely missed by all who knew him. I wish we kept in touch more.

Patti Keckeisen

August 11, 2002

The horror of September 11 became personal the morning I received the news of Ron's passing. What profound sadness I felt.

As others have noted, to know Ron was to love him ... How could you not? He was kind, considerate, bright, energetic. His love of family was paramount. But the word that comes to mind most of all is: Integrity. Ron always did the right thing ... in a respectful way ... and with a smile.

To Liz and the children: I hope it brings you some small measure of comfort to know that the spirit of your husband, friend and father will live on in the hearts of those whose lives he touched.

Patti DeMilia

July 16, 2002

I worked with Ron many years ago. He adored his wife and children.

Besides being brilliant and friendly, Ron had a great sense of humor. I still laugh about a prank that Ron played on our co-worker Bob. Bob had a plastic judo Smurf in his office. Ron would tie a string around the Smurf's neck, hang it from the ceiling, and then continue with his daily work. Bob would arrive later to find his Smurf hanging in the middle of his office. It didn't happen every day, just often enough to keep us all laughing.

David Cherin

April 11, 2002

Ron became a customer of ours (White Sands Technology) in 1998. I had the opportunity to work with him during his evaluation of our product(s) and later by providing him with Technical Support. He also worked with others on our staff. Ron had a great personality and sense of humor. Our staff really misses you Ron.

David L. Cherin

Andrew Hesford

April 1, 2002

I first met Ronnie through my brother Alan, sometime during the early seventies, and had the privilege of working with him from 1978-9. I was even at the office party where he met Liz (21.12.1978), and later went to his wedding. Unfortunately, we lost touch over the years, but I always hoped we might have met again and been able to laugh and talk about glory days. My thoughts and wishes go to Liz and her family. May God give you the strength you need to carry on. Andrew Hesford

PHYLLIS KOPELMAN

March 21, 2002

I HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING AND WOKING WITH RON AT JAMES RIVER CORP. WHAT A WONDERFUL PERSON. I FONDLY RECALL THAT GREAT SMILE AND THE TWINKLE IN HIS EYES. MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH HIS LIZ AND HIS CHILDREN.

PHYLLIS KOPELMAN

Mayra Figueroa

March 18, 2002

Elizabeth,

I was the assistant for your dental office and I found out about this tragedy through Joanne. My heart goes out to you and the kids, and I pray that everyday that goes by gives you more strength to keep going. I was devastated to find out about Ron, he was such a happy go lucky guy, always a pleasure to see. I just wanted you to know that my prayers are with you and the kids.

kathi curioli

March 12, 2002

Liz: Be strong and live life as your husband would want you to do, even if at times we find it hard o bear. We are climbing a mountain and things make us slip but we have to continue because you know we will all meet again and he will be proud of you for what you have accomplished, reaching the top of the mountain. I'll be there for you liz.

Love Kathi

Ann Crisci

March 11, 2002

I learned that Ron was amoung the missing when I read petitions aloud to the St. Thomas congregation at a Sunday mass soon after 9/11. I worked with Ron at James River for 7 years, moving and enduring Richmond, VA with him and following each other's family's back to CT. Ron had a dry witty sense of humor and a quick intuitive intellect that made every mundane work project memorable. He loved his family and we often shared stories about Emma and Ainsley who shared the same school, grade and sports stories. Metro North rides were easier to take when we met. I last saw Ron days before 9/11 when strangely, he was eating alone at Duchess. He greeted my family with his usual quick smile - I will always remember him and try to model his work ethic, love of family and joy of life. I miss him very much.

Susan Smyth

March 11, 2002

Ron and my husband worked together at James River for ten years. They both came from England around the same time and were best freinds. Ron loved his family dearly, was a great husband, a wonderful father and a loyal freind. He did things with great passion - as anyone who has ever seen him on the soccer field will testify. Ron, Billy and I miss you, and we thank God for the opportunity of knowing you.

Debi Portman

March 5, 2002

Ron was the best uncle anybody could wish for. I remember being a bridesmaid at his wedding - he made an 11 year old girl feel like a million dollars. Ron also introduced me to the wonderful works of great authors from the Brontes to Dickens. He taught me binary numbers and spent many an evening at my mum's house explaining algebra and other equally complex homework. Ron was a wonderful, funny guy who is loved by everyone and those who didn't meet him have missed out on a wonderful experience.

Goodnight God Bless

elizabeth gilligan

February 8, 2002

Ron, there are no words to express the pain we feel losing you,my husband, dad and best friend,we will continue to make you proud and I look forward to seeing you again one day, look after dad.

always

Liz, Ashley, Ainsley, Dherran

K. Melaragni

February 4, 2002

My family and I just moved from Norwalk, CT one year ago. We lived there for 7 yrs. We didn't know Ron personally, but will always pray for him and will never forget. Til we all meet again!

Ron at the eSpeed/Cantor Holiday Party

James Talvy

January 31, 2002

Ron was an incredible guy and both professionally and personally.

He ALWAYS made time for your problems. I will never forget him for his incredible insight and the ability to discover issues that had not even occurred to you. You would come to him with a plan all worked out in your head and he would listen most attentively and when you were finished he would say something like "yeah but have you considered..." and make an incredible point.

How we used to kid with each other and bust his chops calling him Scottish...

Once he told me "James...you're a really good guy and I am quite fond of you"

I wish that I had the chance to know you better personally. I did not get to see the family man that others got to see.

Ron...I was/am quite fond of you as well. You will not be forgotten.

January 26, 2002

DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS

BEAUTIFUL YOUNG MAN RONALD GILLIGAN

AND MAY HE REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY

AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA..THE

GOOD PEOPLE FROM CONNECTICUT AND ENGLAND AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01...AMEN

Patricia McLean Souers

January 6, 2002

I worked with Ron for 10 years at James River Corp. He was a wonderful guy, a wonderful husband, and a fabulous Dad. When his first child Ashley was born, there was no prouder man on this earth. I took a picture once of Ron and Ashley, which was on the wall of his cubicle from that day forward. Its the picture I see when I think of Ron now. His love for his family was the number 1 thing in Ron's life.....a life that was way to short. I also fondly remember a business trip we took to Los Angeles during which we went to Universal Studios and volunteered Ron for participation in a demo. The next time we saw him, he was in a space suit and flying across the stage on wires....Until Sept 11, that was his 15 minutes of fame. My heartfelt thoughts go to his wife and kids. He will be sadly missed and I will remember that wonderful smile always

Teresa Jahn

December 30, 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

Wendy Crismore

December 28, 2001

I didn't know Ron, but I'm glad I could learn a little about him through the comments of Nicole before me.

I want to let Ron's family and friends know that I wear one of these bands on my arm every day, that bears Ron's name. This is the closest way I can get to helping remember everyone who fell victim to the events of Sept. 11th.

My thoughts and prayers are with Ron's family.

Nicole LeMaster

December 25, 2001

I remember meeting Ron Gilligan a few years ago at Cantor Fitzgerald. My fiancee, Bob, introduced us. Bob respected his intelligence. I really loved his English accent. In the short time I talked to him, he spoke very highly of his wife and children. I could tell he was a dedicated family man. My thoughts are with you and your family. Ron and Bob are sorely missed.

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