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Thomas Hobbs Obituary
When she turned 40 last summer, instead of a present for herself, Allison Hobbs said she wanted to go on trips with her husband, Thomas A. Hobbs, and their three children. "There were a bunch of things we had planned that we said we had wanted to do for years, and never did," she said.
So in August, Mr. Hobbs, who was 41 and worked at Cantor Fitzgerald as an energy trader, took his family to the Bahamas. On another excursion they went kayacking. And they went out to Flushing to take in the United States Open Tennis Tournament.
An athlete as a youngster, as an adult Mr. Hobbs passed on his love of sports to his daughter Jacquelyn, 12, and his sons Steven, 10, and David, 8. "He really liked coaching his children," Allison Hobbs said.
But a sense of foreboding hung over his life in the office. He did not like working on the 105th floor of the north tower. "He told me repeatedly that if there was ever a terror attack on the World Trade Center he was not going to survive," said Anthony Giaimo, a friend for nearly 30 years.
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Debra Wallis
September 12, 2019
So sorry for your loss. I did not know him. I just wanted you to know that we as Americans will never forget him. Bless your hearts.
Kolby Kettler
September 9, 2011
Hobbs family,
When I think of 9/11 I only think of Tommy. For the limited time that I knew him, while he was my broker, he was an outstanding man that had a wonderful heart. I remember talking to him over the broker box after the first plane hit, but more importantly I remember the last astros-mets game where we had a great time. God bless my friend... god bless the Hobbs family.
September 30, 2010
To the Hobbs family, I'm so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies. May the wonderful memories of your loved one continue to provide a measure of comfort to you--until God's promises are fulfilled. Matthew 5:5; Psalms 37:11, 29
Julia Giaimo
January 28, 2007
When im sad....your on my mind
When im mad....your on my mind
When im sad mad at happy put together your the #1 thing on my mind!.....<3
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Julia Giaimo
January 25, 2007
I miss you so much no one can ever replace you as a uncle as a godfather or anything else i miss you so much! ill visit you in heaven ok? there is not one moment in my life that im not thinging about you i was crying today and my teacher told me that it's ok and it's good to cry.I might take a class for kids that are having problems with people that they lost in the world trade centre i love you!!! you are the number one thing on my mind everyday i just want you to know that !!
Julia Giaimo
January 25, 2007
Merry Christmas I miss you so much! i love you and ill visit you in heaven ok?
P Tabbernor
November 8, 2006
In memory....
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.
Deborah Pitezel
September 26, 2006
Tom,
Now your Aunt Opal has joined you in heaven. I know you will make her welcome
Tonya Hobbs
September 25, 2006
I pray for you every day. My husband name was Thomas Asa Hobbs. He died on Nov 3 1997 in an auto accident. I know your pain and will continue to pray for you.
Deborah Pitezel
September 10, 2006
Your Aunt Opal and Aunt Madge still think about you and your St. Louis cousins.
MAUREEN SCHOJAN
September 15, 2003
ALLISON 2 YEARS HAVE PASSED AND MY HEART STILL ACHES FOR YOUAND YOUR FAMILY. THERE ARE NO WORDS THAT CAN TAKE AWAY YOUR PAIN. PLEASE JUST ALWAYSKNOW YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. WE LOST 11 PARENTS AND YOU ARE THE ONLY ONE I FEEL FOR AND THINK OF ALWAYS. LOVE MAUREEN FROM DR JODIS OFFICE
Maureen SchoJAN AT DR JODI
September 15, 2003
ALLISON 2 YEARS HAVE PASSED AND MY HEART ACHES STILL FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILDREN. I WISH I COULD SAY THE RIGHT WORDS OR TALKE AWAY YOUR PAIN. PLEASE REMEMBER I WAS ONLY A FRIEND FROM WORK BUT YOU ARE VERY SPECIAL TO ME. CALL ME ANYTIME 24-7 516 902 0788. I TRUELY CARE
maureen schojan
September 15, 2003
allison another year has passed and my heart aches for you all just the same. we lost 11 parents in 9-11 and you are the only one i think of all the time. you are all very special to me. allison if i can ever do anything for you i am here 24-7. you were always one of my favorite patients. please i am a phone call away 51690200788 any time 24-7 love maureen at dr jodis
ginny reyer
September 11, 2003
Dear Allison and Family
I've thought of you often after hearing about Tom. I had hoped to see you when I came back to Baldwin for a visit, I wanted to share my memories of him. I remember this gentle man who loved his family deeply. A man proud of each of his children. A man so very concerned about his child that he searched for what would help his son to succeed in school. I saw a man who loved his wife and treated her as his best friend.
Some people wait a life time to meet a man like Tom. Some people only hope for a fathers love, like the love Tom shared with his children. Tom was a wonderful gift to all who met him. His smile could light up a room and his eyes were warm as toast.
God bless you all.
Ginny Reyer and family
Larry Hobbs
September 11, 2003
Tom, It's been two years since that tragic day. Rest assured you are always in my thoughts & prayers. I speak for all who knew you, we will never forget!
phyllis oliner
September 12, 2002
Dear Allison,
living down the block from you,i will always be there if you need anything.the boys have my kids to play with and you and the children will always be a part of our family.you and the kids are always in our prayers. god bless you and the family. love,phyllis oliner and family.
Maureen Schojan
September 10, 2002
Dearest Allison, My heart aches for you and the children tonight on the eve of September 11. You are all in my prayers always and I know your husband is watching over all of you. He is resting in peace. Take care of yourself as you know your husband would want that. Love and friendship Maureen (Dr. Jodi's office)
Allison Hobbs
September 1, 2002
Almost a year has passed - There has not been a day or minute I haven't thought of you. You will stay forever in my heart. I love you!
Debbie Pitezel
August 22, 2002
I can't believe it's almost a year since Sep 11th. I still remember when you visited us when we were kids and we all went to a Cardinal baseball game and the times we came to New York. Just know that your Missouri relatives will be thinking of you and all your family this Sept 11th and keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen Bluvas
April 15, 2002
My husband, Joe, works for Tom's brother, Larry Hobbs, at UPS in Atlanta. I have hesitated visiting this site because I did not know Tom personally and didn't know what I could add in the way of thoughts or a tribute. But as the days have gone by I've had a constant feeling I needed to stop by. Tom is in my thoughts and prayers always. To remind me, and everyone around me, of the loss suffered September 11, 2001 I wear a bracelet with Tom's name on it. I've pretty much adopted him as my guardian angel and he is with me wherever I go. He's with me on the tennis courts and golf course. He was with me in Aruba and at the Salt Lake Olympics. He and I just returned from a week at the beach in Florida. Always with me. Always remembered.
Brothers Forever
Larry Hobbs
April 10, 2002
Until the day we will again be at each others side, I will always fondly remember you as a great brother.
Steven Walker
March 11, 2002
When I came to N.Y.from Europe more than twelve years ago Tommy, then a currency broker at Bierbaum, was one of the first friends I made. We remained so over the years,through changing jobs and changing times.
Every time we met, the ritual was always the same. We pulled out the latest snaps of our kids, and bragged about them for fifteen minutes.
It was my privilege to call Tommy Hobbs a friend.
February 2, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG MAN THOMAS A.HOBBS AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY JESUS AND ST. THOMAS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN..AMEN
Emma Byrnes
January 10, 2002
I was sitting at a table in the sun, reading a book. Suddenly Uncle Tommy came over, wearing brilliant white clothes and sat down across from me. I looked up and was completely surprised. I tried to talk to him, but he just looked at me and smiled.
Every time I step onto a soccer field, I think of my Uncle Tommy's love for the game. I think of my cousins Steven and David, and how they would call with exciting soccer stories. I rememeber the time Uncle Tommy got a red card for yelling from the sidelines of one of Steven's games. When I play, I think of my uncle, and I miss him greatly. Everytime I step on the field, I miss him. Hopefully, we'll meet again in Heaven.
Larry, Michele & Lauren Hobbs
January 6, 2002
Tommy was as generous, kind,easy-going and laid back as anyone could be. He seldom raised his voice in anger because few things truly upset him. He was an avid sports fan, a loyal friend, a great brother and a loving and caring son. Most of all Tommy was a family man. A wonderful husband and the best father any child could ever want. Tommy, you are one of the true hero's of September 11th because you were there not for love of your work but because you loved and supported your family. For that you'll forever be loved and missed and never forgotten.
Caroline Pisani
January 3, 2002
Tommy may u rest in peace. Working with u toward the end of my carrerI got to know what kind of person u were and even though the business was starting to get to us all u still made me laugh, and we always managed to make it thru the day. I know how much your family meant to u and God will comfort them. Your're a good man Mr. Hobbs. Your friend Biggirl
David Hobbs
January 3, 2002
Sometimes I am feeling bad,
Sometimes I am feeling glad,
Sometimes I am feeling sad,
But when I am sad, I am just
crying out loud,
I am just crying out loud.
But the only thing that makes me happy is when I think about my Daddy.
Debbie Pitezel
January 3, 2002
You were my cousin and even though I didn't see you very often, you always welcomed my family with open arms. I will always remember how kind and thoughtful you were to my mom and aunt when they visited you and I will never forget running around with you and Allison that summer Mike and I visited; and the time you came to St. Louis when we were kids. I didn't see you very often, but I know you were a kind and loving person who has gone on to a better place.
Your cousin Debbie
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
We love you Tommy
Johnny and Ellen Caputo
December 23, 2001
Tommy you will be missed tremedously,
but there are so many great memories of you that will live on.
What a long and close friendship we had. From little grade school kids to Husbands and Fathers.
Truly a once in a life time friendship I will always cherish.
Tommy was without a doubt the salt of the earth.
Lisa Gonzalez
December 21, 2001
Everytime I look on my fridge and see those two pictures of Tom from his memorial service I'm so sad. He was so unassuming and devoted to work and family that to have such a fate was unfair. He, I'm sure, is at peace and will always be remembered for his good sense of humor, his innocence, his good nature, his generosity and his friendship. He is a hero to be honored for all time. I wish peace and comfort to his family who I love very much. We will look for you in our dreams, Tommy Hobbs, until the time we are together again, for eternity.
Allison Hobbs
December 17, 2001
To those who knew my husband knows what kind of person he was. A man of few words yet his presense was worth more then words. A devoted husband and father. He loved nothing more then to be on the playing field with any one of his three children. He was truly the childrens protector. I do honestly believe he is watching over all the children at this moment because that was always his roll. I love him more for taking a few minutes during all the chaos to call and tell us how much he loved us. He will be a man very much missed.
I love you, Tom.
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