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Sarah Khan Obituary
She worked high atop 1 World Trade Center, but Sarah Khan was happiest at sea level. Her idea of a day well spent centered on a trip to Jones Beach with her husband and their two daughters, ages 11 and 13, where they would play volleyball and listen to music over a picnic lunch. The surf would crash and the birds would call, and the Khan family would enjoy every minute of it. "She would make her stuff, and I would go get my ice bucket," said her husband, Nazam. "I have so many pictures of her, out at the beach."
A cafeteria manager for Forte Food, which ran the Cantor Fitzgerald dining rooms, Mrs. Khan, 32, emigrated from Guyana in 1992, arriving in New York where her husband had settled two years earlier. They coordinated their schedules to maximize their time with the children; she worked early and got home when school let out; he went in a little later, after getting everyone ready for the day. On weekends the Khans liked to go to the movies or to the theater, all together.
Mrs. Khan had dark eyes, dark hair and a warm smile, which she lavished on family and friends. "Her pretty smile," her husband said. "That is the first thing you will see."
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Koshi B (Niece)
September 11, 2024
Thinking of you today my beautiful aunt. Our family miss you so much
Vimla B (Niece)
September 11, 2024
Thinking of you today, wishing you were here. Today marks 23 years since you left us. We love you and miss you so much. Always in our hearts ❤
Dad´s wedding- you looked so pretty in this dress
Vimla Budram (Niece)
September 11, 2023
Today mark 22 years since we lost you. Koshi and I would always look at dad’s wedding photos and wonder how life would’ve been if you were here with us today. You’re always in our hearts. We love and miss you so much. ❤
Koshi Budram (Niece)
September 11, 2023
My beautiful aunt, it’s been twenty two years since we lost you. We miss you so much, and you’re always in our heart. You're not forgotten. Love you always
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Sarah Khan (Garcia) - California
September 11, 2023
Remembering Sarah Khan and others on this day! May they all enjoy God´s heavenly glory.
Budram
September 11, 2023
Remembering you today. You´re always in our thoughts. We miss and love you so much.
Shaneeza Pillai (daughter)
April 26, 2022
Thank you everyone for taking the time to write these wonderful messages. Myself and my family truly thank you for keeping her in your thoughts and prayers. She was our angel whose time was cut short. Now she's in heaven watching over us
Patricia Schaber
September 11, 2021
Prayers for your family today
Sarah Larsen
September 11, 2020
The name I was best known by when the planes hit the twin towers was Sarah Khan, my maiden name. That morning, the morning of 9/11 my parents home received calls. That morning many of my friends thought I was in NYC because they knew I had signed up for a course that took place in the towers.
I was not in the towers because of a "knowing">
Before this day, I heard a voice in my heart while meditating and I was guided to not join the course at the time. I took the time to be with my parents instead. I had a deep knowing that I couldn't put into words that I should be in New Orleans and not NYC during that time.
As the course was beginning and time was moving forward in the summer, I forgot about the voice. I was disappointed in myself before that fateful 9/11. Why why was I not pushing myself. Why did I give myself a break? Low levels of anxiety, not-enoughness, and a lot of self-criticisms before the phone rang that morning..
My dad answered, my friend Vanessa on the line. "Is Sarah okay?" My dad asked, "Why, yes, she is upstairs in bed."
"Turn on the TV," she says.
We turn on the TV and see the second plane. OMG. And I remember the little soft pure voice that spoke to my heart earlier that summer.
Tears, Prayers, and shock.
As we watched the news, there was a flash on CNN News of "Sarah Khan" that was missing and thought to be in the tower.
That was the first time I saw a picture of Sarah Khan, worked in the towers, mother happily married presumed dead.
She looked so much like me. How was that possible? I was in sobbing tears... my Dad went to the Red Cross to donate blood and money.
This is when I began to study timelines and multi-dimensional realities.
This is when I did what that "Be Still and Know" Voice inside me and it became louder and louder.
The part of "Why why was I not pushing myself. Low levels of anxiety, not-enoughness, and a lot of self-criticisms still exist.
I often think it is because I want to accomplish so much. I have dreams -Galactic dreams - Vertical Peace Garden Healing Education Center - Traveling the Cosmos ~ and Radical Life Extension for all beings to complete Ascension... LOVE! ONENESS! WHOLENESS!
It is when I get tired or disconnected from my purpose that I become self-critical!
That criticism can get even louder if I do not connect with my Angels. SO I connected to Angels!!!
I remember the Angel Sarah Khan that was in the towers and I send a prayer to Heaven, many prayers to her family ... and I thank ~ STILLNESS~ THE UNIVERSE ~GOD.
I am so grateful to be with you all still... and my heart connects regularly to Sarah Khan and her family that is living! She is a grandmother (Her Daughter had a daughter!!!)
Prayers for Peace! Prayers for all of the over 3000 Angels we have from 9/11! It didn't just end the physical forms of those in the tower, it forever touched the lives of everyone connected to them. I remember feeling the whole world in prayer around that time because the Twin Towers was filled with people of every race and creed.
Prayers and LOVE and RIGHT ACTION! Transparency and so much more...
Yearly on 9/11 I recommit to that STILLNESS WITHIN ME~ and to shut down the critical voices inside of me!
I commit the day to Angels!
I challenge myself to LOVE EVEN MORE! I serve and find Sarah Khan in the ethers.
I love you all so much! I challenge you to recommit to the stillness!
I challenge you to write your dreams here!
I challenge you to get on your best TIMELINE NOW!!!!
I challenge you to Love yourself as a service to that which is most HIgh!!
So much love to Sarah Khan, Shaneeza, her family...
Her words are below!
September 11, 2020
Prayers for your family today.
October 23, 2019
I HAVE WANTED TO REACH OUT TO THE DAUGHTERS OF SARAH KAHN EVER SINCE I READ A LETTER WRITTEN ON SEPTEMBER 19, 2001 BY AMEIZA WHICH WAS PUBLISHED IN THE NY DAILY NEWS. I FRAMED THE LETTER AND HAVE READ IT MANY TIMES AND CRIED. MY GRAND DAUGHTER AND I TRIED SEARCHING FOR SHAZEEDA AND AMEIZA BUT WE WERE NOT SUCCESSFUL. HOPEFULLY YOU WILL READ THIS AND KNOW AMELIZAS WORDS WERE WRITTEN BY A CHILD WHO HAD SUCH A GREAT LOVE AND RESPECT FOR HER MOTHER. MAY YOUR MOTHER REST IN PEACE AND GOD BLESS. DENISE PULERI AND FAMILY (BAYSIDE,NY)
Shaneeza Periana-Pillai (formally Khan)
September 11, 2019
As we honor you and everyone else that lost their lives on this day I remember all the amazing days we had together. Although short lived at only 32 yrs old, you instilled a lifetime of memories, lessons and happiness to me. I remember coming home from school and doing homework as I watched you cook and all the days we spent at the park and at the beach. I remember your warm smile when you were around your family. As I now have a daughter of my own I try to embody your essence and all your teachings so I can bring her up the same way you brought me up. I love you and desperately wish we had more time together. You are in my thoughts and prayers always. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Patricia Schaber
September 10, 2019
Prayers for her family.
Patty Schaber
September 11, 2017
Prayers for her family today.
September 12, 2016
Remembered. You will always be remembered
varsha Devi
January 30, 2016
Those we love don't o away They walked beside us everyday
Unseen unheard but always near
Still loved still miss
And very very dear...
Ryon Parker
April 22, 2013
I saw her name at the memorial and couldn't help but reach out to all. She was a beautiful person.
Hasan Inshanalli
August 24, 2011
I never got the pleasure of meeting Sarah Khan, but I did get the pleasure of meeting and knowing her two wonderful and beautiful daughters, as well as her husband. I know she watches over her family from up above, and is smiling at them everyday.
MARIE .K. LALLY
June 5, 2011
I'M ALWAYS THINKING AND PRAYING FOR YOUR HUSBAND AND CHILDREN WHO LOSSED A WONERFUL LADY NAMED SARAH KHAN. I KNOW YOUR COUSIN ROBIN AND VANIE KUMAR,FROM OZONE PARK,N.Y 11416 "GOD KEEP YOU IN HIS LOVING ARMS. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE TIL, YOU WILL BE TOGETHER AGAIN WITH YOUR HUSBAND AND CHILDREN IN HEAVEN !!
YOURS-IN-CHRIST,Ms.MARIE.K.LALLY,
THE SCOOTERLADY,SACRED HEART ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH,PINELLAS PARK,
FLORIDA 33781-2611
Shaneeza Khan
January 26, 2011
Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to write and remember my mom, Sarah Khan. She is and will continue to always be in our prayers and thoughts.
Ms. Marie .K. Lally
September 10, 2010
I still think of Sarah Khan,who died to young,every day and pray for her family.I was friend of her cousin Robin and Vanie Nankumar.
8/24/69 - 9/11/01... died at age 32
October 3, 2008
typical thanksgiving...her food is always soo good.
October 3, 2008
you are as beautiful outside as you are inside.
Shaneeza Khan
October 3, 2008
i love you mom. you have and will always be my inspiration to move on and always smile.
Life
~~~
I never knew how short life could be
Until the day, god took my mother away from me
I miss her and love her
For her I’ll always care
At 32 years of age
Her death I was forced to declare
I tried to live life as much as I could
I tried to figure out life
For that which I had misunderstood
I prayed she would come back
I prayed for her safe return
From her death, life has given me a lesson, which I must learn
I know she is in heaven looking down at me
Filling my life with happiness, love and prosperity.
MARIE ON EASTER SUNDAY 04/08/2007.
MARIE K. LALLY
April 12, 2007
SARAH WILL SURELY RISE WITH "JESUS CHRIST ",ONE DAY.
I made this image of me,on Meez.com and how I might look in Florida.
Ms. Marie K. LALLY
April 12, 2007
I still have Sarah and her family in my thoughts and prayers. I moved from Flushing,New York 11354 to Tampa Bay Area,Pinellas Park,Florida 33781 in May of 2002. I miss her cousin Robin and Vanie Nankumar.Vanie worked for Adolph C.Lange (deceased,March 03,2002)and me cleaning our apartment for me.
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.
Mona Tinoco
September 11, 2003
Your story made the front page in the Houston Chronicle today. It brought me to tears. I Pray that God will Bless you and your daughters. He has already brought you a sense of Peace and the ability to move forward as we all must do. However, on this day, you are thought about more than you or your girls could ever know. You are Forever in our hearts. God Bless You.
September 6, 2002
Soal high on angel's wings, lovely lady.
God's Blessings and healing peace to the Khan family.
A fellow American
Houston, Texas
Ms.Marie K. Lally
September 5, 2002
I was very sad when I heard about Sarah Khan, from her cousin Robin and Vanie. Vanie works for me cleaning my house. My Prays are with you and your children.
Angie Campbell
May 2, 2002
May God Bless you and the ones that you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in his loving peace forever more.
February 11, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS YOUNG WOMAN SARAH KHAN AND MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY GOD AND THE BIBICAL SARAH GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Bibi Hussein
January 8, 2002
Sadly missed by all your relatives and friends
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
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