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Nichola Thorpe Obituary
"She was very loving," Syreeta Thorpe said of her younger sister, Nichola, 22, an accountant at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods. They lived together with another sister, Vermylin, who recently died of cancer.
"All three of us did things together, when we had time," Syreeta Thorpe said. "We'd go to Manhattan, watch a movie, you know. We were close, very close." She added that they had not had much time, after moving in together, before Nichola Thorpe was killed in the World Trade Center.
"She would take my nieces and nephews when a movie came out, and encourage my nephew," Ms. Thorpe said. "She'd say, O.K., if he passes his exam, she would get this for him. She was interested in his work."
"She was quiet, always in her schoolwork," Ms. Thorpe said of her sister, who was attending college. "I think she had night classes. From work she just goes to the school, and on weekends she just had time to study. She listened to music. She loved Michael Jackson. Before she passed, she had ordered the Michael Jackson album because she loved Michael Jackson. She didn't even get to listen to it."
"She was a loving sister," Ms. Thorpe said. "She was a loving sister."
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Kaidian Wright
September 11, 2022
Rest Well Cuz
Kadine Myles
September 14, 2021
Cuz...I miss u..and I hope u will continue to R.I.P...Its kind of surreal but I kno its tru so we have to deal with it. R.I.P my dear
Syreeta Thorpe
September 13, 2021
My sister, you will always have a place in my heart ❤
September 12, 2021
We remember Nichola on the 20th anniversary. You are loved and missed everyday. We will never forget. RIP
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Rochae Clarke
September 11, 2020
Last year I sat at work and cried after realizing that I was 22, the age you died. I was hurt that I never realized how young you were. You had accomplished so much and were going to rewrite the family’s history. I’d like to say you left pretty big shoes to fill and honestly sometimes I feel like I’ll never be able to. I’ve heard so much about you. I wish I got the chance to explore the brilliance of your mind. Your family feels the void of your abscence every day. We love you
January 10, 2020
Its never easy to loose a love one , especially in a tragic way.I pray that God will give u( Syreta) and the family strength to go on. Keep the faith n press on .
Syreeta Thorpe
January 10, 2020
Things are just not the same with you being gone. After all these years, a couple of weeks ago was the first time I went to ground zero. I just couldn't find the strength to go before now. You are greatly missed!!
Yvette Thorpe
January 8, 2020
Miss you like crazy
The Kindred Family
April 4, 2019
We send our continued deep sympathy to your family. With the passing of time we never forget those dear to us. May God continue to give the help and comfort needed. Nichola is still sadly missed and is not forgotten. Finally may the time come when these violent acts that cause so much pain to family and friends are ended.
Kelly Raile
September 11, 2018
Today, as part of 9/11 Acts of Kindness, I performed my random act of kindness in memory of you Nichola. I was the same age the day the towers fell. As I sit here writing this, I think of all the things I would have missed out on in those years. You shouldn't have had to sacrifice your life that day, but I hope you know how much you're missed and that even though you're gone, you still have an impact on the world. Thank you and condolences to your family on this sad day of remembrance.
Syreeta Thorpe
September 11, 2016
"LET IT SHINE,. LET IT SHINE,. LET IT SHINE"
Syreeta Thorpe
September 11, 2016
Loving memories....miss you daily
Rah-jah (rahln) McCalla
September 14, 2015
R.I.P. daughter of Zion. Your are free from the physicality of this wicked world , no one or nothing can stop you now from enjoying life eternal.
Rah-jah (rahln) McCalla
September 14, 2015
R.I.P. daughter of Zion. Your are free from the physicality of this wicked world , no one or nothing can stop you now from enjoying life eternal.
Syreeta Thorpe
September 13, 2015
Miss u little sis. I wish you were here.
Syreeta Thorpe
January 3, 2013
You are the light in my day that never goes out.
Miss U!
Syreeta Thorpe
January 3, 2013
Every time I look in the mirror I could see a piece of you looking back at me. Saval miss you alot. I know you, mama and Bujju are together now in heaven. Keep being our guiding light.
Miss U
Michael Harris
September 12, 2012
It's rainin' but there ain't a cloud in the sky
Must have been a tear from your eye
Everything will be okay
Funny thought I felt a sweet summer breeze
Must have been you sighing so deep
Don't worry we're gonna find a way
Geraldine Marriott
September 11, 2012
From Gee, Tatyana and Scotty May your soul rest in peace
Geraldine Marriott
September 11, 2012
You will be sadly missed
serita
March 10, 2012
nicki my best friend and sister i miss you. i wish you could have met your nephew Dontae. I show him your picture and told him your name once and he never forgets it (aunti Nicki). May your soul rest in peace. I lov you sis
Bill Thorpe
September 12, 2011
sorry this should not have happened
April 11, 2010
Hey Nichola...you will be truly missed..i know its been a while since high school..but i have never forgotten you..R.I.P.
I H
September 11, 2009
Hi Nichola,
I wanted to sign your guestbook in rememberance of your life on this day. I did not know you personally but found myself touched by your story and life. I see your sister said you were a fan of Michael Jackson. It is nice to now that the both of you are now in Heaven and maybe Michael is teaching you some of his moves. And maybe you could help him out with some dancehall remixes of his songs.
God Bless.
August 31, 2009
to my dearest cousin ,you were in ny so long , so sometimes it feels as if your still alive but away, I remember you and I will see you soon. I love you Nicky
Dillon Chan
January 6, 2009
Hi Nichola - Its been 8+ years and I haven't forgotten you. You were a dear friend - I can still remember when we spoke on Saturday, September 8, 2001 you came to see me at Academics (Berkeley College) regarding classes - We will all miss you early - God Bless
kristine
November 11, 2008
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.
Inner City Sports Little League
September 12, 2008
It's rainin' but there ain't a cloud in the sky
Musta been a tear from your eye
Everything'll be okay
Funny thought I felt a sweet summer breeze
Musta been you sighin' so deep
Don't worry we're gonna find a way
Remembering what we cannot forget:
September 11, 2001
Michael Harris
March 22, 2008
It's rainin' but there ain't a cloud in the sky
Musta been a tear from your eye
Everything'll be okay
Funny thought I felt a sweet summer breeze
Musta been you sighin' so deep
Don't worry we're gonna find a way
P Tabbernor
March 31, 2007
In remembrance....
Dillon Chan
June 28, 2003
As a friend of Nicola, god rest her soul. She is and will always be a sweet angel..
Angie Campbell
May 29, 2002
May you rest in peace forever more!!
May 14, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS LONELY NAME..NICHOLA A.THORPE AND MAY YOUR SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS.GOD BLESS YOUR LOVING FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK..MAY JESUS AND ST.NICHOLAS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Teresa Jahn
December 10, 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
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