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Catherine Nardella Obituary
On Sept. 10, with her parents about to return home from a senior citizens' bus outing to Atlantic City, Catherine A. Nardella stopped by their home in Lincoln Park, N.J., to the make sure everything was in order. She knew it was their habit to have a cup of coffee as soon as they got in the door, but the electricity was temporarily out. So she went to a Dunkin' Donuts for a carafe of hot coffee, and had it waiting for them.
That's the way she was about her large Italian-American family. "Cathy always thought of others," said her sister Grace Samek. Another sister, Lavinia Wilson, said Miss Nardella "was the kind of person that just gave and didn't think she was going to get anything in return."
Miss Nardella, 40, was an insurance consultant at Aon Corp. Single, she owned her own house in Bloomfield, N.J., and was active in her local parish. She was a member of the choir and a regular lector, distinguished by her professional manner of dressing and speaking, and by a certain gentle kindness.
"Every Sunday after Mass she'd wait for this old man to come out and she'd help him walk down the steps of the church," said Msgr. William Hatcher, pastor of St. Thomas the Apostle.
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Leanne Fosbre
September 11, 2023
Cathy’s thoughtful ways will never be forgotten. Her cruel and violent end does not diminish the lovely, kind person she was. My thoughts and prayers are for her family today.
Nancy Salus
September 11, 2023
I think of Cathy often, on her birthday in November, on 9/11. I think of her brothers and sisters, and especially her mom. Her family will always be in her heart and prayers. With love, Nancy Supple Salus xoxo
Sandy Vild
September 10, 2023
I didn´t know Cathy, but I think of her every year. Where I work we had a memorial for all the lives lost on that horrible day. Every flag that was present had a name of a person who had died and I picked Catherine´s name. Any time I´m reminded of that day and especially on 9/11, she is always thought of and prayed for. I also pray for family too, every year, so I hope that brings them some comfort. She is not forgotten! God bless her family.
Bruce Rhodes
September 11, 2020
September 11, 2020
I worked with Cathy at Prudential in Parsippany in the mid-80s. She was a colleague and a friend. She was smart, funny, and always thought of others. My housemates and I held many large gatherings at our place 5 minutes from the Prudential campus. Cathy would always show up with many bags of food and then would help clean up afterwards. That is who she was. I lost touch with her after we both left Prudential and found out years later that she was a victim of the 9/11 attacks. The world became a darker place without Cathy but for those of us who knew her, her light will shine on forever.
God Bless all the victims of 9/11 and their families. We will, indeed, never forget.
Bruce Rhodes
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Richard HEYMAN
October 23, 2019
I think about Cathy any time a reference to 911 comes up, and always on the anniversary. I worked with her as a vendor and always enjoyed our interactions together, as well as an occasional lunch out. Cathy treated me and everyone she met with the utmost respect and digbity. She is missed and will always be in my thoughts. Thoughts & prayers to her family and those who loved her. Richard
Leanne Fosbre
September 11, 2016
I think about Cathy quite a bit. We worked together at both Prudential and Aon. I will never forget how Cathy rushed to my side and held me when I learned at work that my father had died. She was more than a co-worker. She was my friend.
July 15, 2016
To all the Nardella family: I think about Cathy often. I pray for all of you often. I have fond memories of playing and hanging out with Cathy. I remember "sneaking into" Leonard's room to listen to his records. Gary Lewis and the Four Seasons songs still remind me of Cathy. Seeing her at Holy Cross church years later was such a nice surprise. She was always so sweet and funny and kind. I wish the family peace and know your faith will sustain you.
Much love,
Nancy Salus (Supple)
XO
Judy Silliman
September 13, 2015
Still think of Cathy so often. Those times that the images of that day come on the TV or a magazine spread etc. my heart aches with pain for the way we lost her. My sweet cousin Cathy, you will be missed and thought of as long as I have breath..
September 11, 2015
Always remember and always in our hearts my Prudential rfiend.
Robin Sader
September 10, 2015
love and miss you
Barbara Santoro
September 10, 2015
Thinking of Cathy and the Nardella family today as I do every year during this time, xo
S J. Friscia III
May 21, 2015
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
Janet
September 12, 2014
Several years passed before I found out that Cathy was one of the many victims of 9/11. I worked with Cathy for years at Prudential before accepting a position in NYC. The picture here is so beautiful and just as I remember her. She was fun loving and I enjoyed many social times after work and at the beach. She always was happy and had that great smile. Peace.
And if I go, while you are still here.....
Know that I live on
Vibrating to a different measure
behind a thin veil you cannot see through
You will not see me, so you must have faith.
I wait for the time, when we can soar together again
both aware of each other.
Until then, live your life to the fullest,
And when you need me, Just whisper my name in your heart
..... I will be there.
Mary Ann Glinbizzi
September 11, 2014
God Bless you....rest in peace..smiley girl....you touched me although it was brief...you were a gift...
September 11, 2014
May God Bless you and keep you always.
September 11, 2014
Dear Kathy, i just wrote something on facebook and i think I will post it here as well: Happy "remembering 9/11 day" everyone! Be strong, and have courage to live life while the deceased ones watch over you. Today is a day to show emotions so whatever you are feeling, let it out wherever you are. Everyone in the U.S remembers this day and understand what the world went through and still is recovering from. Dear Catherine A. Nardella, My mom and your entire family miss you and will always remember your bravery you showed on 9/11! There is an online guestbook dedicated to you and i will write something that you can smile about forever! - Joe Gygax & Family
Robin Storey-Sader
September 10, 2014
Not a day goes by that I don't think about Cathy.
We grew up together. We lived across the street from each other. I remember her smile and her love for her family. I was and will forever be thankful the good Lord allowed me to meet this Angel. She's with him now. No more sadness or pain. We'll all see each other again When the Lord brings us home
Tom Anderson
August 5, 2014
I went to school with Cathy from kindergarten to 8th grade at St. Joseph's in Lincoln Park. We rode the bus to and from every day - Cathy & Joleen and me and Mike. She was quiet, shy but fun! May she rest in peace and may her family find peace in her memory.
ET
May 15, 2014
With the opening of the WTC museum I thought about you. I lived across the street from you. We never spoke much but I remember seeing you outside shoveling the neighbor's walks. From what everyone says, you were a kind and loving person, a shining example of the goodness in humanity.
Even though we didnt talk much every year on 9/11 I think of you and I say a prayer for you. I know you are at peace. You will not be forgotten.
September 11, 2013
I worked with Cathy back at Prudential in New Jersey in the late 80's. She was a wonderful person, friendly, vivacious, good at her work. She was my friend. I left Prudential in the early 90's; and lost track of her, but in 2000, I took a job at Aon in Chicago. After 9/11, I was shocked to see Kathy's name on the list of Aon employees that died that day. She truly deserved so much better. On this anniversary of the tragedy, I am one of hundreds whose life she touched in a positive way. Rest In Peace.
Michael Ricardo
September 11, 2012
I sang with Cathy in the St Thomas choir. I flew back from Atlanta 3 weeks after 9/11 to sing at her funeral. She was a wonderful person and a joy to be with. Always that beautiful smile. We have a 9/11 poster with this picture. I say a prayer for her whenever I look at it. Rest in peace Cathy. I know you are singing with the angels.
Elaine Milko-Mesuk
September 17, 2011
I live just around the corner from Cathy's home in Bloomfield. I had the honor of wearing her choir robe at church, though I joined the choir after Cathy's death. I feel touched and moved by someone I never met by reading how wonderful a person she was. I keep Cathy in my thoughts and prayers because she is still a presence here in Bloomfield. May God hold you in His ever-loving hand, for you were raised up on Eagle's Wings.
Kari Colangelo
September 11, 2011
Forever. Even my 11 year old knows about Cousin Cathy. We will never forget.
Vinnie Wilson
September 11, 2011
Forever in our hearts.
Gretchen Helle
September 10, 2011
It's hard to believe it's been 10 years since we lost Cathy. She was a classmate and a classy lady. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this difficult time. May God keep you in His tender care.
Fred Zimny
September 9, 2011
10 years hasn't faded the memory of Cathy. She was a good friend and classmate.
Judy Silliman
September 2, 2011
How can 10 years have gone by so quickly. We thank God that we were blessed to see you just two days before you were taken from us. Always in our hearts for the beautiful person you were. We miss you.
Robin Storey-Sader
July 26, 2011
I grew up in Lincoln Park with Cathy. I was her sister's Grace's friend.I have been gone from there many years but had a chance to go home last year for my son's wedding. The first place I went when I came to Lincoln Park was to the Nardella house. I will always remember the love that was in that house. Cathy was a sweet person. She always had a smile and could brighten any room just by walking in. I would see her and Grace walking from school everyday and sure enough there they were smiling and laughing. My thoughts,prayers,and love with always be with each and every one of the Nardella family. Cathy is in a much nice place now. One day we will all be together again in Heaven
Gail Guerke
February 19, 2011
I worked at prudential in the parsippany office many years ago in the PIP Dept. and remember Cathy's warm smile. During a search for old friends, I was stunned to learn of her fate. My prayers go out to her family and know that heaven's angel will always be with you.
Meg Markovich
September 24, 2010
Another year running the Tunnel to Towers run in your memory. Even though I never met you, I feel you in my heart with each step I take.
Chris Leech
September 10, 2010
Miss you Aunt Cathy
Cathy Berger
August 12, 2010
Rest in Peace Cathy. I would have liked to get to know you better, but I will never forget you.
Dale Eppel
August 23, 2009
I am a former Prudential employee from the old Florham Park office that got to know Cathy through our office's frequent softball games with the Parsippany office. Cathy was the scorekeeper for the Underwriter's team and over time I got to know a really sweet, wonderful girl. We used to chat frequenetly after games and I grew very fond of her as time passed. I loved the way she got into the games and hang with the guys.
John Reilly from the Parsippany office informed me of the shocking news about Cathy a few months ago. I just found this website tonight and would like to offer my deepest condolences to the Nardella family at this much later date. It's hard to believe it's almost been 8 years. Cathy, you are deeply missed. Love, Dale
Diane Prussing
January 6, 2009
Cath,
Spent the weekend in the City. Went to visit the WTC site and then to St. Pauls next door. I miss your friendship my friend!
Love ya! Diane
Lavinia Wilson
September 12, 2008
Our thoughts were with you yesterday Cath!
Chris Leech
September 11, 2008
I love and miss you Aunt Cathy. I know you'll be watching over us at our wedding. Love Chris
Doug Abraham
November 21, 2007
Happy Birthday!!!
Lavinia Wilson
September 11, 2007
My thoughts are with you today Cath.
Jim Sullivan
September 11, 2007
My wife {Kim Sorensen} attended high school with Cathy. On Sept 11th I made my way to the city as a firefighter minutes after the 2nd plane struck and it became painfully obvious the first plane wasn't an accident. I received calls from my wife & from Cathy's friends to look for her, to find her. But no one watching on TV and especially for those of us there could imagine the horror and devastation of the scene. I wanted to find Cathy alive, I wanted to find anyone alive. I wanted to close my eyes and make it all go away. It didn't and now 6 years later, I still avert my eyes daily when I drive or walk past Ground Zero as though 'out of sight, out of mind'. It's never out of my mind, nor should it be. Cathy is a familiar face as are countless firefighters who perished and were friends. But so many others I never knew are gone also, and their families and friends mourn. I hope I never forget, and pray I'm not forever haunted Jim Sullivan
Adrienne Nardella
September 11, 2007
Catherine Nardella was my aunt. She was one of the most caring loving people I have ever met. She was the rock that kept my family together. It's hard to imagine 6 years have gone by since I last saw her. I remember the last time I saw her I didn't hug her very long, I said i'd be seeing her again soon.
Aunt Cath I miss you! Not a day goes by when I don't think of you! Love you so much! <3 May angels lead you in<3
Diane Prussing
August 16, 2007
Cath,
Oh how I still miss you. Would love to be able to pick up the phone and chat.
P Tabbernor
January 13, 2007
In remembrance....
Kristine
November 15, 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.
Lavinia Wilson
September 11, 2005
Remembering you today. Love you and miss you Cath.
Lavinia Wilson
September 12, 2004
Another year has gone by Cath, but I still miss you so much. I know, however, that you are in a better place.
Serena Nardella
January 27, 2004
I did not know Cathy but I wanted to say I'm sorry and God bless to the entire family.. My prayers are with you.
Lavinia Wilson
November 22, 2003
Your birthday was yesterday and my thoughts were with you Cath. I called mom, as I knew she would be sad. We miss you!
Love,
Vinnie
Vinnie Wilson
September 11, 2003
Think about you every day Cath, but especially today. You are missed so very, very much.
Love,
Vinnie
Penny Irwin
September 11, 2003
To the Nardella Famil,
A day doesn't go by where I don't think of your family and say a prayer for all of you. It's so unbelievable to think that just 2 years ago, life so was normal, and we were all dancing the night away at Grace's wedding. I just wanted to let you know that people "still" care and "will always" care. May God Bless you and your family always. Love, Penny
Luisa Prati
September 11, 2003
Cathy was not only a great Associate handling our Company Account but a friend. A day hasn't gone by when I haven't thought of her.
September 8, 2003
Your daughter will live within your hearts forever. May god bless your whole family.
Sandy Koenig
September 11, 2002
Cathy and I met at Prudential many years ago. I was in claims and she was in accounting. We went on a couple of cruises together; both of us loved St.Thomas' Magens Bay. Cathy was in my wedding party many years ago. Unfortunately, we lost touch when she left Prudential.
Of the two of us on our trips and outings, Cathy was the good one. God's angel visiting us for awhile. She is back with God and the angel looking over all her loved ones. Earth is a sadder place without her, but Heaven and eternity are smiling.
Lavinia Wilson
September 11, 2002
Dear Cath,
It has been such a long year, and I miss you so very much. At times I hear your laugh and feel your prescence around me. I will always cherish the memories of our special times together. Love you sister.
Rich McEvoy
August 29, 2002
I worked at the desk in front of Cathy st the Prudential office in Parsippany after moving from Boston in 1983. Even after all these years I easily remember her laugh, her constant smile and how Cathy made me feel welcome in an office of stangers.
Though much time has passed and I hadn't spoken with her in many years Cathy was someone you didn't forget. I only recently saw her name listed as a WTC victim and I was stunned. My sincerest condolences to her family.
I know you're in a better place Cathy.
Halina Kazmierczak
August 4, 2002
I would like to share this Prayer with everyone. My 12 year old son Jimmy, wrote this prayer in memory of Barbara Guzzardo and Frank Niestadt, my co-workers.
“Thank You and Take Care”
Our Father who art in heaven, hallow be thy name
God, Thank You for saving my Mom.
Please take care of two people who were like family to me.
Barbara Guzzardo and Frank Niestadt
They are missing from the tragedy on September 11th
They were very special in my life and I’ll always remember them.
They were really nice people and didn’t deserve to die.
God, please also give their families the courage to move on.
God please help them and my family and friends to succeed in life.
By: James Kazmierczak
Grade 7-2
April, 2002
Lillian Donatiello
July 20, 2002
I knew Cathy from St Thomas Church
we were lectors together and I will
miss her very much. She was a
wonderful person always ready to
help someone in need. I know that
day(9-11) that God him self carried
her to heaven,where we will all
see her again one day.God Bless
You Cathy.
Herb & Helen Sandford
July 16, 2002
We've know Cathy since her high scool years when she and our daughter Susan Sandford Boyle became friends. She would attend many of our families celebrations and parties when we lived in Lincoln Park. She also visited us in our new home since we moved to Wantage 2 & 1/2 years ago. We had the please of seeing her at our Grandson's 1st Communion and then our Twin Granddaughters graduation party last June. Like the write-up said Cathy was always a doer. When something had to be done she was there to help. In fact our last conversation was at the kitchen sink as I washed and she dried during the graduation party. Herb's Mom who was blind was usually at all these functions and Cathy always made time to sit and chat with her whereas a lot of others would just ignore her since she couldn't see. We will miss her, her smiling face and willing to help nature. God Bless her and her family. She is gone but not forgotten.
Eileen Colby
June 12, 2002
I sang with Cathy in our Choir at St.Thomas the Apostle in Bloomfield. She was a speicial person, she is greatly missed. We all loved her.
Angie Campbell
May 7, 2002
May you rest in peace forever more. You will never be forgotten.
Jan Jacob
April 3, 2002
I did not know Catherine - but from what I read she was very a special blessing to those who did know her. I had the honor of creating her quilt square for the national tribute to all who were victims on Sept. 11th. I wish her family to know that every stitch reflects love, tears and a prayer that Catherine is experiencing God's loving embrace now and forever. Jan Jacob.
Diane Prussing
March 20, 2002
"Cathy from Prudential" that's how my kids let me know she was on the phone. We worked together in the Parsippany office until 1985. We have stayed friends ever since, despite my frequent moves. We were going to talk on the Tuesday morning that terror struck. I never got to thank her for the bourdon meatball recipe I shared with friends over the weekend. "Thanks Cath!" I struggle with your loss. Miss you my friend!
Anonymous
March 13, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL WOMAN...CATHERINE A.NARDELLA AND MAY HER SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HER FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS..STAY CLOSE AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK..MAY JESUS..ST.CATHERINE AND ST.THOMAS THE APOSTLE GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
John Nardella
March 7, 2002
I did not know Kathy but Just wanted to let you all know How sorry I am. May God Bless you.
Stacie Johnson
January 22, 2002
I use to work with Cathy in the Parsippany, NJ office. Cathy & I would often talk about great vacations, places we've been to or wanted to go. I know she absolutely loved going to Italy. She was also a very honest person & would speak her mind, which was such a great attribute that I admired. She is greatly missed.
Kim Nall
January 3, 2002
I attended high school with Cathy in Boonton, N.J. Although I moved to Tennessee after our Freshman year, I remember her as a very nice person. My thoughts and prayers are with her and her family.
Melissa mcClanhan
December 28, 2001
I am so sorry about the loss. I 'm not sure exactly what your name is but I am praying for you and I will hope you can find peace as well as i did when I lost my grandmother. I know it is not the same thing but I am really sorry and hope you will be able to recover a little a day. Just remember that God loves you and is watching out for you. Just keep faith. Onnce again I am really sorry.
Grace Samek
December 28, 2001
Cathy,
Beloved Sister - I know you will always be close. Come see me in my dreams. Miss you.
Grace
Teresa Jahn
December 18, 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
Robert Eisenhardt
December 10, 2001
I remember Cathy well, worked on her computer often and everytime I said "hello" to her, the computer caused her troubles. Guaranteed. With humor, I tried to say that not too much, and now I wish I had said it more often. Sadly missed.
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