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John Henwood Obituary
A lot of the young bond traders at Cantor Fitzgerald were looking forward to earning enough to move on to a more relaxed life. John Henwood, 35, was one of them. He had met his wife, Concha Munoz, in Spain when he was in Madrid for I.B.M., and the couple, married for nine years, had already begun making plans to move back, perhaps to a Mediterranean shore front, with their two children, Alejandro, 5, and Claudia, 2.
"Every year they'd go to Spain for four weeks, and those were probably the best days of John's life," said David Keefe, a friend. In the meantime, the Henwoods lived on Manhattan's Upper East Side. "I think the most important thing I could say about John is that he was the guy you looked forward to being with," Mr. Keefe said. "When we were in Boston and right out of college and working three or four different jobs, no matter how tedious something might be, if John was there, it was fun."
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Keirdan Henwood
September 5, 2024
He's my great uncle
Dan D'Allara
July 24, 2024
As a 9/11 family myself I have come to realize that we meet people in life and we mee the memory of people in death through their loved ones.
Such is my case with Mr John Henwood.
A young man standing on the threshold of all tha life had to offer.
Like my self a sibling I had the privilege of meeting Johns sister Mary and her son Aiden at a recent 9/11 "outing"
Meeting Mary and Aiden has once again affirmed my contention that that the 9/11 families are some of the best people that have come into my life,
Another fine family it took a tragedy to meet.
Your Friend Forever,
Dan D'Allara
still the twin of NYPD ESU John D'Allara LODD 9/11/01 North Tower
Christina McKinley
September 11, 2023
I hope each of John's loved ones has been able to find a path forward that transformed their grief, their angst and no doubt their repeated disappointments into personal resolve to love life to the fullest. My distinct memory of John's big, warm smile is likely shared by all who knew him. I hope others memories of his smile have guided and comforted their journey towards peace and happiness.
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Christina McKinley
September 11, 2021
I learned that your life had been taken on this day just five years ago. I quickly realized how much emotional pain I had been spared years prior. The personal accounts shared each year have had far greater impact since 2017. I've found every consideration is deeper and includes you and your family members; though I’ve never known them. I’ve hoped each one of them has found the strength necessary to find peace, move forward and been able to embrace opportunities for joy as they came. I believe what remains after grief is gratitude. If you are lucky your life path crosses with people who leave you with life long, happy memories. I am grateful for the snapshot in time I knew you and that memories of you can still make me smile
Christina McKinley
September 11, 2020
On this day of national grief and remembrance thoughts of you, and all those who loved you, inspire me to really focus on the impacts of this tragic day. I hope those closest to you, and those closest to others who died, have found ways to positively impact our future.
Christina McKinley
September 11, 2019
I purposefully pause every year to consider the loss of life, loss of innocence and heroism that occurred on this day. Remembering John today I hope his family has found peace and perhaps purpose from their tragic loss.
Kathy
September 11, 2018
Never Forgotten!
Christina McKinley
September 11, 2018
Thinking of you today. Keeping all those who loved you, who have had to rebuild their lives without you and who will forever miss you in my thoughts. Our nations pain is great today but cannot compare to your family's. Wishing you all peace.
September 13, 2017
Dear Concha and kids: Wherever you are, my prayers are with you. Time passes , but the memories of John and you at St Ignacious of Loyola, where our children studied together, are always in my heart. As John always said : " Casi , its always going to be OK"
Casi Balmaceda ( Casilda)
Christina McKinley
September 11, 2017
As an American citizen I've set aside time to reflect on the tragedy of this day every year. I would remember where I was and what I felt as the horror of the day unfolded sixteen years ago. I believed no one destroyed by this tragedy was personally known to me and so my sadness was broad. This year is different. In April I learned that John perished in the World Trade Center. I have a more personal reason now to continue to remember and to question many things. While a Northeastern University student in Boston John worked at a gourmet shop I managed, Wine-Berries & Cheese, in the Copley Place Mall. I have a mental image of him walking through the front door of our store, with his big smile, that is not hard to retrieve. I always looked forward to John's shift in part because he was reliable and a hard worker; traits not often associated with students. Most of all however I remember he was a gentleman beyond his years and always a joy to have around. I was not surprised to learn John had many personal and professional successes after college. Since learning I've thought often of his children, their mother, John's parents and siblings. I hope the entire family has found a path through what could only be unimaginable and unrelenting grief. I would like to express my belated but heartfelt condolences to the entire Henwood family today.
Javier Gella
September 13, 2016
No te olvido, amigo.
Gary Milton
September 11, 2016
Thinking of my old friend today and wishing peace to John's family.
John and I were friends during our high school years. We worked together and he introduced me to his vast circle of friends in his town of Wilton. I see his smile, hear his laugh and his overall upbeat personality when I think of John.
I am grateful for my time and memories with John.
Rest in peace my friend...
Prayers to the Henwood family
Philip Schneider
September 9, 2016
John did not know you. Just an American who after 15 years still grieve for all lost and the families. May god bless you and your family.
Javier Gella
January 30, 2016
To Johnny, my beloved american bro. Ill never forget you.
Javier Gella
January 30, 2016
John and I were roommates during his time in Madrid. He spend a few days in my hometown, with my family, and we all are very sorry about John's tragedy.I didn't notice of this until today, after years not knowing about him. Im devastated. My condolences to his family, to his wife Concha, I introduced you John, don't remember? My heart will always be with you all. Bye Johnny, my dear friend.
Matt Hudson
September 11, 2013
I am thinking of you today John, and of Tara and all the Henwood clan, and of Concha, Alejandro, and Claudia. I hope time has brought them all some peace.
Casilda Balmaceda
July 4, 2013
This message is for John and Concha and Alejandro and Claudia. My name is Casi Balmaceda and I met John and Concha when our kids went to school at St. Ignacious of Loyola. John: i rember having dinner one night and you always telling me " its going to be allright". Concha: I admire your fortitute. There is not a single day that I dont pray for you. Casilda Balmaceda M.D. 660 Church St, Oradell NJ 07649
June 14, 2012
John, I really remember you everyday, I pray for you constantly and for your wife Concha and your two children Alejandro and Claudia. Please help us from Heaven.
Rachel Henwood
November 11, 2011
Hey John,
Today is 11/11/11. So cool!! I made a wish at 11:11. I wished to see your kids soon. I have a bad sprained ankle. I also sprained the main muscle in my calf. It hurts! I'm in a boot and on crutches. Oh yeah! I almost forgot to tell you that I have my permit. I get my license in April and Julia gets hers probably in March. At least you won't have to deal with our driving although you would have probably been the pone to teach us because that is what uncles do! Dad is turning 50 this years. It sucks that you won't be here. It was really hard when you weren't at Grandma and Grandpa's 50 anniversary. You were deeply missed. Ben is getting so big! He talks like no other:) I really wish you were here so I could call you and talk to you once a week. Me and you would have texting wars:) I would totally win. I can type really fast so I am told by your sisters and nieces and nephews. Fiona has a phone! Julia, Alejandro, and I will be juniors next year. Weird, right!! I really wish I could see Alejandro and Claudia. Its not fair. I just want to say that every since going to the memorial on 9/11/11, there is not a day that goes by that I do not think about you. I always blow you a kiss when I go outside at night:) Im pretty sure you get it because I get this warm feeling after. I can not wait for Christmas! Snow!!!! By the way, just so you know your getting old, Daniel is going to be 20 next year!!!:) We are all growing up....and you are not here. This sucks! I really wish you were here just to tell you about my high school career and you could help me drive and just do everything with me!!! Daddy really misses you! He loves you so much! Just send him his angel and somehow send a message. I love you soooo much! I miss you like crazy!! What color balloon do you want this year!? I was thinking green:) may be i can find a green shamrock;) i love you!!!!!!!
September 16, 2011
To the family of John Henwood: On Sunday, September 11, 2011 our city had a memorial program honoring the victims of that tragic day. It was a beautiful and heartfelt ceremony. At the front of the pavillion was a huge flag consisting of 6,000 red, white and blue ribbon roses, two roses to a name attached to the wall. At the finish of the ceremony we were invited to pull a pair of roses from the flag. I pulled the name of John Henwood. Somehow, seeing his name and knowing where he was that day made it very personal for me. Your family has been in my thoughts and prayers since that day and will continue to be so. God bless and keep all of you.
Leslie Kelley
April 1, 2011
For the 10th anniversary of this senseless tragedy, my daughter is creating artwork (a flag and prints) through Seattle Voices to honor John... She is the same age as Alejandro is now. We plan to travel to Europe this summer and hope to visit Spain. We will think of John and his family. Our thoughts and prayers are with them.
Shirley Morgan
September 11, 2009
September 11, 2009
Eight years ago I was on vacation here from New Zealand and watched with horror the Twin Towers collapse. In church very soon afterwards, students from the local Catholic Church were fundraising for the victims of 9/11. With a donation I received a card with the name JOHN HENWOOD along with an American Flag lapel pin. Their intent was for the holder to pray for the name on the card. I have done this in your memory every day since then. May God bless you and your family.
Shirley Morgan, New Zealand.
Sean McLeod
September 11, 2008
Hey John...
Still thinking about you.
Never forget.
Sean (Max) PGP763
Rachel Henwood
September 11, 2007
Hi John
Today is your sisters bithday. I miss you vvvveeeerrrryyyy much. I love you so much. Everybody misses you!!!!!!!!!!!!
Brenda Henwood
May 31, 2007
My sympathy goes out to the Henwood family.
Kristine
November 6, 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
November 3, 2006
In remembrance....
Rachel Henwood
October 15, 2006
Hey John,
I am in fifth grade right now me and my brother miss you.Concha, Alejandro, and cloudia all miss you and so do grandma, grandpa, mary, Mike, fiona, adian, megan, julia, anders, cathy, carl, tara, dan and the rest of the family. Great- grandpa is up in heaven with you . We all miss yo and love you very much. It was a sad trajedy on September 11. The youngest person that died in both of the towers was 2 years old. Well john I was and still are very sad that you are not down hee with us. everybody still doesn't understand that you had to die. You wre they only uncle that I had before any body in our family got married. I miss you very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very, very much Uncle John. I love you so much.
Patricia
September 16, 2006
Desde Madrid rezó por John y le agradezco el cariño que sintió por nuestro país. A su familia un abrazo muy grande, espero que poco a poco hayan podido recuperarse de la pérdida, aunque el amor por él perdurará siempre.
Patricia
September 16, 2006
Desde Madrid rezó por John y le agradezco el cariño que sintió por nuestro país. A su familia un abrazo muy grande, espero que poco a poco hayan podido recuperarse de la pérdida, aunque el amor por él perduará siempre.
Rachel Henwood
August 8, 2006
May God Bless you Uncle John. Hope you are in Heaven safefully.Your wife and two kids are doing well. Love you very much . Miss you very much.
Your neis
Jeremy Henwood
February 23, 2004
I am a Marine, currently stationed in California. I returned back from Iraq after serving 10 months in Operation Iraqi Freedom, and I am heading back to Iraq later this summer for another tour. I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss, I never met John, or anyone in his family, the only thing we shared was our sir name, which was enough for me.
Semper Fi.
Joanne Henwood
November 11, 2003
May God Bless And Watch Over You
Joan & Bob Esslinger
September 13, 2003
We watched John grow up. He always had a ready smile and a wonderful sense of humor. We went to his wedding and welcomed his two lovely children. We will think of him with love always.
Skip Ploss
September 11, 2003
I am sitting watching the memorial service on CNN and felt the need to look up John. God Bless you and your family.
Michael Clark
August 28, 2003
John,
God Bless you and your family.
We played football together at Wilton High School.
I was in Tower 1 when the first plane struck. I was walking through the main concourse towards the PATH train escalators.
I swiped my PATH Quick Card at the turn stile at 8:46AM. I keep that card with me at all times for good luck.
I'm alive today because I continued down the escalators and boarded the last PATH train ever to leave the World Trade Center.
I'd like to help your family in any way I can.
Sincerely,
Michael J. Clark
Paul Henwood
September 13, 2002
Sympathy to the Henwood family from another on the other side of the world.God bless you all..Our hearts are with you.love ,Peace,,to all.
Tom Quinn
September 11, 2002
John,
I walk by where the towers once stood on the way to work each day and I think of you. Kevin is in Boston now at school and your memory provides him with inspiration.
You will always be in our hearts and thoughts.
Tom
Angie Campell
April 30, 2002
May God Bless you and watch over the ones that you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in peace..........
February 2, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL JOHN HUSBAND AND FATHER.MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA NEW YORK AND SPAIN..MAY HIS FAMILY STAY CLOSE AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY ST.JOHN AND JESUS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN..AMEN
Todd Nalven
January 21, 2002
I had the pleasure of working alongside John at MG. It was a joy to know and work with him and heartbreaking to hear of this tragedy. My deepest sympathies and best wishes go out to his family.
Todd Nalven, MG Emerging Markets 1991-94
Teresa Jahn
December 29, 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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