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Two weeks before Peter Mulligan and his wife, Sara, were married, his entire trading desk and other friends — about 40 people — took him to Las Vegas for his bachelor party. There were duffel bags printed with "Pete's Bachelor Party." There were key chains and cocktail stirrers. One trader had spent six months taping stickers on cigars for the occasion.
"It meant the world to him that people would travel that distance for him," his wife said.
For the wedding, Mr. Mulligan, 28, an associate vice president for international equity at Cantor Fitzgerald, thought about having fewer groomsmen but could not get below 14.
"That was just him," Mrs. Mulligan said. "Our friends meant the world to us. It was a lot of fun. We had two full large stretch limousines, and two guys walked down the aisle with every girl. So it was very funny, but it worked out."
That was May 5, 2001. They had a two- week honeymoon in Hawaii. He stayed home from work for a few days in August after hurting his back. Mrs. Mulligan keeps wondering, what if that had happened a few weeks later.
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Allison Zeinoun Ferrier
September 11, 2024
As an English teacher, I find storytelling is one of the most beautiful ways to build connection and to come together to better understand one another, especially when processing grief or tragedy. Today, on 9/11, I invite you if you wish to share or to read. I wanted to share about my memory of 9/11, along with a call to ask you all to remember my college friend, Peter James Mulligan, on this day.
Pete was one of my first (of many! lol) college crushes. He was good friends with my Kennedy HS pals, Kevin Duffy and Dan Johnson who also went to school at Boston College with me. Pete had the WARMEST smile, a contagious laugh. I had wanted to invite him to our freshman Sadie Hawkins dorm dances on Newton Campus, but he was already asked by my future roommate, Michelle. He was a true light.
On 9/11, I remember him. He worked at Cantor Fitzgerald on the top floors of the North Tower of the twin towers.
I think of you every 9/11, Pete, and I send your soul our love. Keep watch over us. Our school houses a flag of honor, and seeing your name on it yearly reminds me of wondeful times at BC. Sending your whole family love.
Joshua Jakob
September 10, 2023
Remembering those lost today.
Bev (Jamieson) Mulligan
September 11, 2021
The year after it opened, I visited the World Trade Centre Memorial. I live in Ontario, Canada. Being extremely sensitive to my intuition and energy /vibrations around me, it was an extremely upsetting visit. When I approached the wall, I was at S17. Then upset upon seeing a "Mulligan" on the wall, I moved away. I walked kitty-corner to N-29, only to see another "Mulligan". Trying to rationalize why, I guessed that there must have been several Irish Mulligan firemen lost that day. On September 11, 2020, I learned that there were only two Mulligan's killed at the World Trade Centre. Today, I will honour Dennis and Peter so that others can remember their names.
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Christopher Murray
September 11, 2020
Pete,
Although I have never posted before ,I think of you every year on this day. I always will. May your family take comfort that despite the passage of almost two decades, many people they may have never met feel the same way that I do. You left an impression. Boston College - 1995
DJ
September 11, 2018
keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Today and always.
Lauren Willis
September 11, 2018
Always remembered <3
Anthony Martinez
August 31, 2018
I never knew you personally Pete but I have the privilege of working with your brother TJ everyday. He talks fondly of you as well as your dad. I know that your family is doing well and most certainly is in good hands. Rest well brother!
Lauren W
September 11, 2017
Always thinking of you our friend <3 I'm always glad I had the opportunity to know you!
May 11, 2016
Dear Peter,
Today we mourn the loss of your Dad who joins you in Heaven. Mom and TJ will need you to watch over them and send them signs that all is well. We remember you everyday and know you are welcoming Daddy with open arms. Rest in Peace, Gentle, Strong-Hearted men.
Sincerely,
Helen Reyes
Lau
May 10, 2016
Peter, How sad a day, but your father is full of joy I'm sure as he is now reunited with you. I think it makes it a little easier knowing you both have each other. Keep looking out for us down here. <3
Helen Reyes
September 12, 2015
Hi Pete,
Everyday is September 11, 2001 to your Mom, Dad and TJ. All who knew you loved you and you live on in their hearts forever. TJ and I hugged it out yesterday and he is so happy about the METS doing so well. I lost my sister this year so TJ and I share this experience as well. The Staten Island Advance ran your bio two weeks ago.
Peter, we will never understand why! We believe and trust in the Lord and continue to seek consolation. We are grateful for the time we had together.
Rest in Peace! Till we meet again!
Stephen Mabry
September 11, 2015
Pete. Keeping you in our hearts and prayers. Steve and Megan Mabry.
Lauren Willis
September 11, 2015
Seems like yesterday! TJ is doing great and shows up to every "PCM" game, now the team is named PJM after you! Our friend Watch over us!
Anita
May 27, 2015
When I was about 16 years old and living in Ohio, I took a trip to NYC. We visited Ground Zero, and there, somewhere in at the temporary memorial, I saw your name. I promised to remember you and pray for you and your family. I'm now 23 years old and am coming up on my one year anniversary since moving to the city last July. And I have never forgotten you. I feel you watching over me as I begin my life in a city I'm sure you loved. Now that I am older, I wanted to tell you what you've meant in my life and to let your family know that I have been thinking of them often and praying for their peace. Even though I never knew him, I will forever keep Peter James Mulligan in my heart.
S J. Friscia III
April 27, 2015
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
Mom
November 5, 2014
Happy Birthday Baby Love and miss you terribly It is just as painful today as it was 13 years ago love you Mom
Josh Maxfield
September 11, 2014
Pete, thinking of you and your family today, as I often do. I was in NY recently and saw your name at the 9/11 memorial. I paused there for quite a while thinking about the good times we had at BC, on the rugby pitch, at your grandparents' place at Boca for a couple spring breaks, etc. You were one of the kindest people I've known. Rest in peace, bud.
Sara
September 11, 2014
It has been 13 years since we said good bye, I love you. The last words we said to each other. Life goes on, but the whole left in my heart never mends. My tears that I do my best to keep from flowing, flow like a river today. Missing you, your wife
Helen Reyes
September 8, 2014
Hi Pete,
It's Helen. The anniversary is Thursday. Thinking about you. Hope you are shining your goodness and light on our sad world. TJ had the surgery and is doing remarkable well. I know you are near by helping TJ, Mom and Dad.... GEC is praying for a speedy recovery and that TJ returns to WOW program soon. We will never forget.. we will always remember you..... Love, Helen
stacey nipoti
September 11, 2013
Oh my dear friend Peter, we grew up together in staten island, houses away from eacother, we played manhunt and our families where so close. Time got to us and we grew up...I wish u where still here to continue to grow. Bless your family for their strength...and I hoope they see this and know I haven't forgotten all these years! I hope you are at peace and I want you to know you where a great friend (even through the halloween tricks) and you are truly missed! Stacey N. Xoxoxoxoxo
Joseph
September 11, 2013
It is often said that "time heals all wounds". It is not true. The prayers keep coming your way. Hold us in the palm of your hand Pete.
Caroline Mansuetto
September 11, 2013
May God bless you and your family and give you peace.
Alison Nixon
September 11, 2013
Pete, you are missed. All of your BC 95 classmates are thinking of you. Our thoughts and prayers to your family.
Helen Martin Reyes
September 8, 2013
Hi Pete,
Remembering you as we mourn the 12 years of your absence. Mom, Dad and TJ are safely back home after being displaced by that awful Super Storm Sandy. TJ is enjoying his worksite and really loves helping and volunteering at the Norweign home. I know he misses his big brother to share all the football games and stories. Watch over us. Until we meet again on the other side.
Lee Samways
January 16, 2013
Hi Peter and his family,
You all don't know me and I don't know any of you. But, this January I did something I've wanted to do for years and that was travel to NYC. I visited the 9/11 memorial site and I stood there for quite some time looking up at the new Freedom Tower. It is an amazing and beautiful building. When I looked back down the first thing I saw was your name "Peter James Mulligan" engraved in the metal in front of me. I don't know what it was about it but I then stood there staring at your name for a while. To read it emptied my head, and as I ran my fingers over each letter I wondered who you were. That's when it really hit me. For many years, to me 9/11 is a terrible thing that happened in our history. Now after sharing a moment with your memorial it is a lot more devastating than that. I felt like I had to know more about you, and I apologize for snooping around. I needed to put a face to the name, a story, a person. I'm deeply saddened by the tragedy that took place, it leaves me speechless. I always remember that all things great and small come and go with the passing of time, but emotions, true emotions, the kind of emotion that I felt with you this January as the sun set will never be forgotten. I can only hope that everyone who visits that site has an experience like mine. It means more to me than words can express, and while it may sound odd I miss you.
Lee Samways
January 16, 2013
sylvia
September 19, 2012
years ago i clicked on your name ...dont know you personaly .. but reading the comments you must have been such a great guy .. loved by so many ...9/11 not just in the minds of all americains but also in those all over the world!
Helen Reyes
September 17, 2012
Hi Pete,
Sorry I am late with getting back to you.
TJ is doing so well, he is full time now in Without Walls Program where he works in the community at various worksites. TJ has really grown and matured, he is more expressive. He talks to me about how his favorite times were spent playing basketball with you. He wears and treasures the gold id bracelet which bears your name. Pete, please pray that all goes well with the new site the Guild is developing at Quentin Road. Watch over us and shine your heavenly light on the darkness of this world. Take care my friend. Until we meet again..... Rest...
Bob Atanasio
September 11, 2012
Hey Pete,
Sorry I haven't written in awhile but I think about you every day and how you are missed by everyone.Can't believe it's 11 years since that horrible day which is so etched in my mind and the minds of every New Yorker and every American! Even after all this time the pain and the sorrow of you not being here still lingers in me just like so many others who lost a love one that day.
They say life must go on and it does but with that pain and sadness in our hearts. Hopefully the memories we have of you will turn that sadness into happiness as time goes by.
We know you are happy and watching over us especially Mom, Dad and TJ and some day we will be together and have a beer!!!
Love,
Uncle Bob
PS: maybe you can put a word in and help the Yankees to a World Series win!!!
Judy Bohms
September 12, 2011
For Peter's Family:
I'm from Lansing, MI, and sang yesterday, in the Rolling Mozart Requiem, honoring all of the people whose lives were carelessly taken on 9/11. Peter's name was printed on the inside of my program and I wanted to let you know what a profound effect singing the Requiem was for me and the rest of the 150 voices who sang. The church was overflowing with audience members...over 500 in attendance. My thoughts go out to your family. We will never forget!
Tommy Vincelli
September 11, 2011
Pete,
You were one of my brother Mike's best friends but you were also a great friend to everyone in my family. I always remember how nice you were to me and my younger brother John. We were like your little brothers. I remember finally being able to play ball with you guys during the week on wednesday nights.
You were a great guy and I am glad that I got to know you as well as I did. You are and will always be missed.
Lauren Willis
September 11, 2011
Hey Peter.. I'm Sure you just saw Sarah Speak in honor of you at the new site.. You are obviously still missed, and will never be forgotten. I'm so glad i was old enough to remember you! Thank you for wathching over all of us down here. Keep Smiling
Sam Dwyer
September 11, 2011
Pete,
So many memories of you, it's hard to know where to begin.
9-11 brings tears, but lingering on thoughts of you always leads to a smile.
Playing rugby, hanging out in the mods, maybe a night or two at MAs. I'm thankful for my time with you.
Josh called me the day after. Told me you were gone. Duffy's messages of strength helped make sense of tragedy. It was a team effort for me, and I know you could appreciate that.
One of our frequent laughs was about getting fit to play rugby. You always said that you didn't need to run to get in shape, you were just in shape. Always made me laugh.
I'll have a run for you today, Pete. Rest well. You live on in all of us.
sylvia liebrechts van peursem
September 11, 2011
Peter, today i was given your name by 9/11 memorial on Facebook! We never met .. but from now on the memory of 9/11 for me is connected to a very special person .who will be in my thoughts, my prayers .. Rest In Peace Peter .. Sylvia, Parzac,France
Adrienne (Crowley) Morrow
September 10, 2011
I did not know Pete but was in his class at BC and passed him on campus all the time. He always smiled and said hello and I think of that happy face often, and especially around this time of year. May his loved ones live in peace.
Anita Hill
November 25, 2010
Hello,
My name is Anita Hill. I am 18 and a freshman in college, and there's something I'd like to share. Three years ago, as a sophomore, my drama club took a trip to New York. While we were there, we visited Ground Zero. It was such a life-changing and emotional experience. I was looking at list of names of all the lives lost, and I told myself that I needed to find one person on that list to remember. And to keep them and their family and friends in my thoughts and my prayers. And it was your name i found. Peter James Mulligan. It just stuck. And for the past 3 years, I've kept you and your loved ones in my heart. I have loved living on campus this year, but now that I am back home for the holidays, I also realize how much I love and appreciate having my family in my day to day life. It's something I don't want to take for granted. And it made me think of you. Because I know how much everyone must miss you. They never thought they'd lose you. To this day, the holidays just aren't the same without you. So, on this Thanksgiving morning, I'd like to say that I am thankful for having seen your name on that list. And all those whose lives you have touched are thankful for the time you shared with them, and the love you gave them, and the memories you made together. Rest in Peace, and may the hearts of your loved ones find comfort this holiday season, knowing you are alive within them. Always.
Peace and Love
Helen Reyes
September 10, 2010
Pete,
Here we are on the eve of September 11th. Nine years ago and the emptiness is still so profound. TJ is doing well in his program and the Peter J. Mulligan Day Habilitation is growing and the folks are happy there. Everyday when I think of you I say a prayer for your family. Your legacy is making a difference in the lives of people with development disabilities. Your family dedicated a leaf on the tree of life this year in the main building and I know your spirit is watching over us and protecting all of us. Bob is planning the Golf outing celebrating your life and the impact you have had on all your friends this year on October 1st. We will never never forget. Rest in Peace.
Helen Reyes
July 20, 2010
July 20, 2010
Hey Pete,
Just wanted to touch base with you. TJ is 40 years old now. Thanks for your help in making him well and able to come back to Peter J. Mulligan tomorrow. We missed him..like your Mom, Dad and TJ miss you.... Please continue to watch over us and whisper in the Lord's ear to send benefactors to help the growth of The Guild for Exceptional Children. I know you are just a breathe away. Friends and family will be gathering to celebrate your life at the golf outing once again. Years cannot change what the memories keep.
Peace, Pass it on.
In sibling friendship,
Helen Marie Martin Reyes
Christine Leo
May 23, 2010
Hey Pete,
It has been a long time since I last wrote and so much has changed! The one thing that has not changed though is how much I miss you. I think about you everyday. Please continue to look after all of us.
Love Christine
Bob Atanasio
September 12, 2009
Hey Pete,
Another year has gone by and the pain and saddness still exist and not a day goes by that we don't think about you. Although the sorrow remains the joy of those happy memories help bring a smile to our faces. Whether it was playing basketball, softball, marching in the Mardi Gras parade or just hanging at the beach with everyone, you loved life. We miss you and love you!!!!
Uncle Bob and Aunt Kathy
PS: See what you can do about the weather for the golf outing on the 25th!!!
Joseph
September 11, 2009
Pete: Not one hour, not one day, not one week...goes by that you are not in our thoughts and prayers.
Stephen Mabry
September 11, 2009
Pete,
You are always in our thoughts and prayers.
Miss you,
Steve and Megan Mabry
Helen Reyes
September 11, 2009
Hello Peter,
We never met in person, however, I see your brother Thomas every day at the Peter J. Mulligan day Center. I am looking out for him but no one can ever ever replace the bond of love TJ your Mom, Nancy and Dad, Tom had together, it is eternal. We are sad today because we miss your presence. Your smile and enthusiasm is your legacy that we try to live. Hope you pray for us and know how very much you are loved.
Tenderly,
Helen Reyes
Sara (Mulligan) Wightman
February 23, 2009
Pete:
So much has changed in my life and the lives of those you cared about since that dreadful day, but there is not a day that goes bye that I don't think of you. You will forever and always be a part of my life.
all my love,
sara
Mike Bosco
September 16, 2008
Hey Pete - thinking of you always - miss you and thanks for being a great friend.
Mike and Katie Bosco
Kevin Duffy
September 12, 2008
Hey Pete --
You are always in my thoughts and prayers buddy. You were missed at my wedding a few months back - You would have been standing up there with me. I know, I know - - it took a while but Rachael was worth the wait and you would have loved her.
Your parents were there and had a great time. It was special having them there for the celebration.
Continue to watch over us and we will always keep your memory alive.
Kevin and Rachael
Chris Balch
September 11, 2008
Hey Pete,
You are always in our thoughts and prayers, my friend. We spent those most precious years together at BC and I reflect on them often. My wife and I were just talking about your 21st BDay party - one of the best parties ever (put together by your family in Boston). I remember the shouts as if it were yesterday: "Pete's a Legal Screaming Eagle"!!!
You hold a bright and everlasting spot in our hearts and you are so dearly missed!
Chris and Michelle Balch
Joel Malo
September 11, 2008
Pete,
I think of you often, particularly on this day. You will always be remembered as a great friend.
Joel
Brigid Duffy
September 11, 2008
Although we did not know Pete and the Mulligans that long, our friendship was deep and everlasting...we have so many wonderful memories of our times spent together at BC when we met....room mates blossomed into great friends and the parents enjoyed the seed of that friendship sparking ours...which has been a cherished bonus. God Bless Tom and Nancy and TJ and extended family and friends...we all share this terrible loss.
Love,
Brigid and Pat Duffy
(Major Kevin Duffy, USMC's parents)
Patrick Duffy
September 11, 2008
Thinking of you today Pete. You are missed dearly and thought of often. Thanks for being a great friend to Kevin and our family.
Lauren Willis
September 11, 2008
Peter
The memories we have of you.. Are still in our hearts.... Your golf outing is this weekend.. You trully can tell how much people care and miss you pete..
Until we Meet again...
September 5, 2008
hey buddy,
Just thinking about you. Melanie and I saw your parents at Duffy's wedding. We had a nice conversation.
Keep God's grace upon us Pete, and help me to remember how precious life will always be. You are always in our prayers.
Dan
Joseph Mulligan
May 8, 2008
Pete:
This is yet another bittersweet week for the Mulligans. Your wedding was one of the last times we were all together...happy, healthy and full of life. It was a terriffic day and we cling to that memory...and force a smile. You are still, and always will be, part of our lives.
Doug Abraham
November 5, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Mary Bennett
September 11, 2007
Dear Peter, and Sarah and Mr. and Mrs. Mulligan and Family,
A wonderful son was born into our world. Thank you for Peter!!!
His life was a gift, not long enough... But he made a statement and he made a difference.
His legacy will live on...
Much Love, Mary, Neal, Paul and Mary Beth Bennett Stines, Molly and Eddie Stines.
151 Bedford Avenue. BPC
Sara
September 11, 2007
Pete:
Life has changed so very much since that horrible day, but one thing remains constant and that is; not a day goes bye that you are not on my mind and in my heart in some way. I treasure every moment that you were in my life. Please continue to look after everyone that you cared about so deeply.
Love always,
Sara
Bob Atanasio
September 11, 2007
Hey Pete:
On this day when our pain and sorrow fills our hearts, I like to remember our last meeting. Mardi Gras, Breezy Point, 2001. You marching in the parade in that Leisure suit, powder blue if I'm not mistaken. What a sight!!!! I wonder if dad realized it was missing from his closet? That's how you need to be remembered, although the grief will never go away, we can turn our saddness into joy with memories of moments like this one.
Love and miss more and more each day!!!
Uncle Bob
Lauren Willis
September 11, 2007
Miss you Peter.. I'm tired fo sayign that but thats all i can do i wish i couls say hello again but in time that what I'll do....
P Tabbernor
January 10, 2007
In memory....
Kristine
November 17, 2006
As I 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.
Gulbins
September 12, 2006
WE ALL STILL MISS YOU DEARLY
Lauren Willlis
September 12, 2006
Hey Pete Just Wanted to Stop by and Say hello I know you can see Us all and you see how happy We try to be even tho we all still miss you so much. I know your looking down on us from up above and im glad to have you as Angel up above.. you will always be missed pete I'll never forget you Even as the years Pass.. Love ya
Joe Henry
September 11, 2006
5 years to the day and you are still sorely missed. You had a way about you and a smile that would light up a room. The Yikes! miss you.
Joseph
September 8, 2006
Peter: It does not matter if it's been five years or five minutes...it still hurts the same. Keep looking after your mom, dad, T.J. and the rest of the extended clan. You are forever in our thoughts and prayers.
Terrence Mulligan
September 7, 2006
Pete, just wanted to say hello and that I miss you. Coming up on five years since that horrible day. Keep an eye on mom, dad and TJ. I think of you all the time and know that you are keeping tabs on everyone.
Lauren Willis
September 11, 2005
Pete,
i havent written to you in a while but i havent stoped thinking about how great of a person you are and how i grew up with you on the p.c.m bench Ill never forget that you always made me laugh.Well They just said your name on the t.v.... Wow I cant help but smile at your happy face but also frown because i know how much everyone misses you we will never forget... P.C.M. won the championship again heres to you pete... love and miss you forever
watch over us please...
With love. Lauren
(Annmarie Espositos Daughter)
Christine Atanasio
September 11, 2005
Pete,
It's been a while since I last wrote....I think about you all the time and miss you very much. You are always thought about and I count on you to keep an eye on us and give us strength. Always, Chris
Joseph Mulligan
November 5, 2004
Peter: Back again with birthday wishes. We'll be raising "a pint or two" in your honor this evening and remembering the happier times when we were all together. Keep an eye on your dad and pull a few strings for a speedy recovery for him! You are greatly missed and loved.
joseph mulligan
October 1, 2004
Peter: I've never written but I know you hear me talking to you all the time. Today is your golf outing and although you delivered a perfect day I'm sure everyone would trade it all in a second just to see you one more time. How I wish we could turn back the clock and give you back to T.J.,your mom and dad, and all who miss you deeply. Keep us safe Pete. Love you.
Dennis & Marti Robards
September 19, 2004
The City of Northglenn, Colorado, for which I (Marti) work, just hosted the Healing Field. Over 4,100 flags were displayed, each with a name of a victim of 9/11 and of the War with Iraq. We purchased one flag and it has Peter James Mulligan named as the victim. We've been surfing the Web for information and have found out quite a bit about Peter, even a picture of him and also one of his wife, Sara. We want you to know that we will keep Peter's family in our thoughts and prayers. We are very sorry for your loss. May you find peace in knowing that others care -- even those you have never met. Sincerely, Dennis & Marti Robards
Brian Flanigan
September 11, 2004
Hey Pete,
Well today marks the 3rd anniversary of that tragic day when all of our lives were changed forever. The days go by and now years, but not without the wonderful memories of you and so many others.
I think and pray to you day in and day out, for your guidance and love to strengthen us all as we cope with the loss of so many great people like yourself. My prayers are continuously with your family, that each and everyday they gain the strength to live their lives as best they can without you here with us.
You are forever in our hearts and prayers. I continuously reflect on the joyous times we spent together and the times we will spend again when we meet in heaven
I love you and forever miss you!!
Blinky
Curtis Romboli
September 6, 2004
Pete,
There is nothing significant about today; no special amount of days since your passing, it's just another day that I continue to feel a deep void in my life without you. So many memories fill my mind...I wish I could tell them to the world...so many stories that come out of my mouth begin with "my buddy Pete from BC..." I know that you are in a better place...I truly believe that. But I can't help but share in everyone's sorrow that you are not right here right now. Another Cowboys season is about to start and hopefully the Sox can one-up the Yanks this year (is there anything you can do about that...for the Sox?), but it is all so trivial without you here. Take care....we'll talk soon
Curtis
Brian Scarpa
March 4, 2004
The Scarpa family continues to pray for the loving memory of Peter Mulligan. May he rest in peace with our Lord Jesus Christ.
Christine Fallon
September 11, 2003
Dear Pete,
Thinking of you today and always, you are missed so much by so many..Keep watching over your mom, dad, T.J and Sara.
Remembering all the great memories we all had with you today and smiling.
Love,
Christine Fallon
Brian Flanigan
September 11, 2003
Hey Pete, well it's two year's to the date and it still feels so surreal. There's not a day that goes by, that I don't think about you and how much it hurts that you are no longer with us physically. However, it is the love that we all had for one another that allows us to carry on. Your presence is with us everyday and that is what eases the pain for me. I know you are our angel now and it feels so good to know that. Your family is forever in my prayers and our memories together will never be forgotten. I love you pal. Watch over us today and all the days to follow, allow us to get through it with tears of joy that you are now in heaven. Take care buddy and I'll speak to you soon. Thanks for all the great memories and I look foward to the day we meet again.
Susan Collini
September 10, 2003
As we come to 2 years since that terrible day, we will be thinking of you, Peter, and your family.
Heather Leonard
July 22, 2003
Hey Pete,
Well a lot has happened over the last year. Bobby and I got married this past May. Yes, I know what you are thinking Finally!!! It was a beautiful day besides all the rain. We made a donation to the Guild in memory of you. We think about you everyday. It never will be the same without you. You are definately one of a kind. Well keep us all strong and never forget us!!! Until we meet again.
Love,
Heather Leonard
Belle Harbor, NY
nancy mulligan
June 15, 2003
Hi Pete...It's the second Fathers' Day without you...Our hearts are broken...We love and miss you so very much...Please help us get through today and everyday...Your Father's Day bar-be-ques were the best...They will be greatly missed forever...We love you....Mom
gulbins
December 14, 2002
It's been about a year in a half since you have left us. What can we say the Gulbins miss you. You know when people say that this or that person is my family, but not related? Well you were and are. We have known you our whole lives since you were born. You have been a brother and a son to all of us. Thinking back:
Going to Dr. McGinn's with Michael to get shots so that you can use them as swirt guns or to drink your orange juice.
The Tube- the Hanna's had thier hands full with the gulbins, jamins and you. The worst was when Michael Jamin or John Hanna tried to push us all in the "black hole" (the middle of the tube) when a huge wave was coming- bullies(kidding)
The beach parties- Jamins, Gulbins, Mulligan,Hanna's and Atanasio's - begging my dad to be able to drive down to the beach with the back door down with Micheal, Christine and Robert, of course my mom would not have it. The minute we were out of her sight the door went down and we all sat on the back with our legs swinging.
Stickball- playing stickball with Michael, Denise and Jimmy on utica walk, trying not to hit (can't remember the people
s name) the pink house with the grumpy people, of course it would hit about a million times.
NH- Building forts, pillow fights while our parents were at the contry club living it up
X-Mas Vacation Florida- for the two years that we went it never stopped raining. The tennis competions that my dad would arrange and make us play even if it was raining.
Gosh, we could go on and on.... We want you know that we miss you terribly, and love you with all our hearts and souls.
Not a day goes by that we don't think about you or TJ, your mom and dad. You will always be a brother and a son to our family. We are a family and we promise you we will be there for TJ, your mom and dad . Until we meet again WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU!!!!
The GULBIN FAMILY
ps. you will be happy to know that my dad is still annoying TJ.
Terrence Mulligan
November 18, 2002
Pete,
I just want to write to you and let you know that I miss you. It still seems like yesterday and I will never get used to you being gone. Ellie and Serena are getting big, I have the direct TV. They watch the Cowboys with me every Sunday. I know there is not much to watch but we remain loyal and I know you are watching. We were down at your new house in Breezy for the Dallas Giant game. I like the patio out back with the fridge in the shed. Fully stocked of course! Sara has done alot with it and you would be proud. I miss you and will talk to you again soon.
Dan Johnson
November 6, 2002
Pete,
It still seems so unreal to me. Not a day goes by without Melanie and I thinking of you, Sara and your family. We were so excited that you and Sara married. Just two terrific people. Nothing more need be said.
Your birthday brought back some special memories for me. Remembering those things that are undeniably "Pete" always bring a smile to my face. Your white Cowboy's jacket that you'd wear in our room watching games, the "hands in pockets" episode, and our great golf trip to NC.
Duffy is right; no matter how long it had been since we'd seen each other, it was like a continuation of our conversation from before. I really miss that. Those moments that at the time seemed so inconsequential are so important to me now, but I know someday we'll have the opportunity to again pick up right where we left off.
Matt Dorsey
November 6, 2002
Pete,
It's easy to see how much you meant to so many people when you read this guestbook, you'll never be forgotten.
I was thinking of you when Emmitt rammed his way into the record books and when BC pulled the upset. Not a bad week.
Someone sent us a big popcorn tin for Halloween and it made me think of that one we had at Radnor, of course this one didn't have Duffy permanently attached to it.
Happy Birthday Buddy.
Christine Atanasio
November 5, 2002
Happy birthday Pete. I know you were looking down on us as we had a birthday dinner in your honor. I miss you everyday and I pray that you are watching over us. We need you to keep us strong. I know we will meet again someday....until then I will keep our memories close to my heart and cherish each one. I love you and miss you always. Happy 29th! Love Chris
Lauren Willis
November 1, 2002
Dear Peter,
you dont know how evryone still misses you and will always miss you forever ill miss you always and never forget your smile and your laughter thats you brought to everyones lives and days. Miss you cant wait till we meet you at those golden gates of heaven..
Eileen Sullivan
October 10, 2002
Dear Peter,
Words cannot express your great lost to me and our family. The absence of your presence in our lives and at all of our family gatherings is felt so deeply by all of us. I mourn your passing and think and pray for you everday. Please watch over us especially your Mom, Dad, T.J., and Sara who I love very much. I miss you. I love you. Your cousin, Eileen
Pehaps they are not stars in the sky but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy. (A Eskimo Legend)
Siobhan Frost
September 26, 2002
Dear Sara and the Mulligan Family,
One year past the terrible events of 9/11 and in Santa Barbara I attended the Requiem Remembrance for the victims and their families. It was an incredible evening. As we entered the theatre, we were handed hand-made hearts with the name of a victim on it and we pinned these onto our clothes over our hearts. I was given the name of Peter James Mulligan.
The evening began with tributes to the people in our country who helped so much and who died in the process, then we watched a video of that awful day and finally we listened to the beautiful choirs and orchestra perform Mozart's Requiem. It was a moving evening during which I thought of Peter and you, his family, the entire time.
I believe that we never realise how much we impact others, but Peter certainly will always be remembered by many more people than he thought he knew and I am one of them.
Yours sincerely,
Siobhan.(pronounced Shevon)
Christine Fallon
September 19, 2002
Dear Pete,
I can't believe its been over a year..I think of you often and I always smile. I tell myself that God needed you more then us right now..We missed you on Mardi Gras but the boys did a shot of Irish Mist for you and it made me think of the happiest time I ever saw you,
on your wedding day with Sara.
You are one of the best people I will ever know, and I miss you terribly and pray for you to look over all of us. Until we meet again, you will always be in my thoughts, you are forever pete-pete big feet.
Love,
Christine
Trisha McCann
September 13, 2002
My thoughts and prayers are forever with the Mulligan family. Pete will never be forgotten.
Brian Flanigan
September 12, 2002
Peter, Sara and the Mulligan Family,
You are all forever in my prayers and an imporrtant part of my life. May you Peter with the power of God help protect and strengthen us all for the rest of our lives.
I sit here today, as I do everyday and wonder why, why Pete?? I know I am not going to see one of the greatest guys to have been part of my life until we meet again in Heaven. It is that thought of us meeting again in Heaven that helps me through this difficult time. A year has passed and things are definatly different without Pete.
The boys have an emptiness feeling at times, but we we always remember that Pete is in our hearts and with us every step of the way.
PCM softball needs you, even though "you ran like a duck!!" The team misses you greatly but we know you are on the field with us every time we take the field. Hopefully you can help us take home the trophy. We're trying our hardest for you and you only.
The nights out are not the same, the way you put back Bud Lights as if there were not many left... and never seemed to get drunk. But when you were it was pretty funny, the eyes would blink as if your nickname was "Blinky" and you'd get that funny smile on your face.
The laughs we shared will never be forgotten, the trips we took... Shavanna, Eastover, Carnival Cruise to the Bahama's, Hunter and the Hampton's they are all a part of my cherished memories of the great times we shared.
I miss you terribly and I will do my best to carry on your great spirit of life, your easy going character, but most of all your generosity and love for all that you came in contact with. You simply were one of a kinda that can never be duplicated.
Peter, you were and still are a true inspiration to so many of us, may we try and be the person who you were so we can make this world a better place to live.
Forever a Friend.
I miss ya and love ya,
Blinky
Chris Acquaviva
September 11, 2002
I had the privledge of knowing Pete at Boston College. He always met you with a pat on the back, a friendly handshake and a smile. I have thought often of Pete since September 11, 2001. I have read the words of his wife, his friends and his family here and realized that I was truly blessed to know this man for the short time I did. I was around Ground Zero this morning and noticed a strong, gentle wind blowing throughout the day. I travel that area everyday, before and after September 11, but realized that wind was stronger than ever before. I know it was Pete and the rest of the heroes of September 11 letting us know that they are watching over us, telling us to be strong and persevere.
My heart and sorrow goes out to Pete's wife, his family and his friends. Earth lost a man, heaven got an angel.
Thank you Pete, for being a part of my life I will never forget.
Your friend,
Lorie Benjamin
September 11, 2002
Dear Pete's family and friends,
Wanted you to know your loved one was honored today at Gates Chili High School, Rochester, NY. Please know 'We'll Never Forget'.
Deirdre Brennan
September 11, 2002
Dear Mr.and Mrs. Mulligan, TJ and Sara,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all today. I'll never forget Peter. He was one of the nicest guys I have ever known and was so kind to everyone he met.
Bob Atanasio
September 11, 2002
It has been a year since we have been saddened by the tragic events of last Sept. 11th. The loss of Pete has had a tremendous impact on all of us and has left a void that can never be entirely filled. I can not help but sense that this is an everlasting sorrow. In this time of sorrow our only consolation is the knowledge that we were all privileged to have known Peter during his short time on earth. During that time we came to know him as a person of intelligence and integrity, always willing to help, whose life should be an inspiration to us all.
At first, the magnitude of the loss did not register. It was simply too great a tragedy to be comprehended. It was as if shock of the news was so great that we were numb in the face of the event. I remember the silence when we first heard, a shocked, deadly silence that was more devastating than the loudest and most piercing screams.
Then, with time, the full impact hit us head on, and a sorrow beyond words came upon us. A grief that can not be adequately expressed also took hold. We slowly came to understand the true meaning of the loss we had suffered and the emptiness that it left behind.
Then came the question, the inevitable question that mankind has asked from time immemorial-the question that comes from the depths of our sorrow-Why? Why had this happened? Why had Peter and so many others been taken from us? we knew the mechanics of what had happened, but our question went deeper than that.
No one person can say why it happened, but each of us, in his or her own heart must come to terms with it and find an answer in their own way. For some it is slow in coming, for others, it never arrives. If it ever does come, it will come in the sanctity of the individual heart that loved, that cherished and that so deeply felt the loss. It is there and there alone that we will find peace, and it is there that each of us must find an answer.So we come to this day, time has passed and day has followed day. The seasons have changed as always, yet it was not the same, for Peter was not here to enjoy the crispness of winter or the marvel of renewed life at springtime. That has made all the difference!
We pause today in the day to day operations of our lives, to remember Peter, remember him as he was.
There is still sorrow for his passing, and we know that time will never fully ease the pain nor fill the void, but there is always the joy that we had Peter in our midst for awhile and our lives were made fuller by this relationship.
We must all honor Peter by keeping him alive in our hearts and cherish the memories, although maybe few in number but very special to us all for having that brief encounter with him on earth.
Pete miss you and love you!!!
Uncle Bobby
P.S. Tom, Nancy TJ and Sara-love you guys!!!!
Chris Sorce
September 11, 2002
Pete;
When Steve told me about you,I couldn't believe it. I remember fun nights going to your bar the "Prowl", and playing Rugby at BC together like it was yesterday. I always thought of you as a stand up, fun guy that had an irrepressible spirit for life. The world is a worst place without you in it. But I know you are in a better place, watching down on all of us. God Bless!!
Caroline Norton
September 7, 2002
Dear Peter and his Family,
I am very sorry about your loss.
My family and I think of you alot,and you are in our prayers every night. Peters Family, Did you see the beautiful cross on the bay? When I see that cross I remember how special your family is. My grandparents names are Helen And Bob. God bless everyone , God bless america! and God bless Breezy Point!!!!!
Megan Prendergast
August 30, 2002
Pete,
Its almost Mardi Gras weekend and I'm just sitting here thinking about that first year when our theme was "Texas" and we recruited you and all of your friends late Friday night in the Sugar Bowl to go in the parade with us. Every year after that we made sure that we were marching right behind you because you were always so much fun to be around, whether you were dressed in the Adidas sweatsuit, the ballet two-two or that ridiculous bridesmaid gown, you were always the hit of the parade. I know that your spirit, your love, your smile and your laughter will be with all of us in a special way tomorrow and every day.
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