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Thomas lopez
September 5, 2024
R.I.P
John Micich
September 12, 2021
Pete and I worked together at Hygienetics in the 90s. We shared a house in Boston during our training period, then spent weeks together in Delaware at a job at Dover AF Base which was one of our first projects. I picked him up at their apartment before driving to the job, and like the happy and proud father he was he invited me up to meet Peter (only a few months old) and Leila. Prior to the job he would show me pictures sometimes, while the family often being the main topic of discussion at the job, let alone weekends coming home while sitting in bumper to bumper traffic on the Tappan Zee Bridge.
In 92-93 we worked together almost exclusively for the Port Auth, mainly at WTC. Later they offered all us subcontractors fulltime employment which Pete and others accepted. Since I refused the offer our brief time together ended and we would only see each other on a few occasions. At work Pete was always correct, honest and always took his job passionately and very seriously. We always got along great while on the job and also during all the free time we had together. 20 years ago Pete you gave your life to help save many of my former colleagues and friends, but I suppose that’s what heroes and friends like you do. I’ll never forget you brother. Meet up with you one day.
This is from the Hygienetics / H+GCL Spring 1993 publication. The photo in the middle was from the NY Times 3/1/93 page 5. Thats me up front with the hard hat, and Pete is sitting directly behind me. After that 1st WTC attack, Pete and I and 2 others were
John Micich
September 11, 2021
Fred & Eileen Brown
September 11, 2021
Thinking of you and your family, today, 20 years later, and every day. We will never forget.
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Cheryl Howell
September 10, 2020
Never Forgotten
You are a Hero.
Your Family is
Always in our prayers.
Kareen Kennedy
September 11, 2016
My fondest memory of Pete and Leila the day they for engaged at the park where they first met ( I was waiting back at Judy's mom apt with my then fiancé Ralph (Pete's bff$) to surprise her (surprise engagement party )...its just sad beyond words every year when I reflect on all the lives lost and be ruined and the personal stories for each person gone ...may they all be in our memories and hearts forever and we never forget
S J. Friscia III
May 22, 2015
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
Manuel Domenech
September 11, 2014
you will always be in my heart
your cousing Papo
Monique Montanez
September 10, 2014
It's been 13 years! I can't believe it's been that long :-(. You are greatly missed and I know you would be so proud of your boys! Peter is a grown man in college, Austin is 15!! They are good boys and both so beautiful. I know your watching over them :) love you Cuzo and miss you so very much!
maria cintron
September 20, 2013
I will always love you to me you wher like my kid my baby .I think of you everyday of the rest of my life you did get to enjoy life like you should have.
September 11, 2013
RIP, Peter. Gone but never forgotten and truly missed by your love ones and the many people you touched in your life.
September 10, 2013
WE MISS YOU
Monique Montanez
September 10, 2013
Miss you so much Pete! Love you <3
Yolanda "JoJo" Garcia
January 12, 2012
I met Pete when we were 17 and worked for the summer youth program at Orchard Beach in the Bronx. It was the best summer ever. I think we hung out more than cleaned the beach like we were suppose to. Pete was funny and a really good friend...the ones you never forget. May God have you in his glory.
October 9, 2011
When there was the attack on the WTC in September 2001, I was an Italian girl of 10 years. I was old enough to understand how all the images that television showed, would change the course of history. Undoubtedly the tragedy struck America, but had a strong impact in the rest of the world. But above all, has had a powerful impact on my growth. Every year for 10 years, reviewing the images so sad and distressing, I cried thinking about all those victims who have been wrongfully removed to life. I casually saw the speech of the young Peter at the 10th Memorial. At that moment I experienced strong emotions. See a boy of my generation talk like that of his father and make him proud as he wishes, it gave me a lot of hope. And the comments I've read about Pete Negron I am not surprised that his son is so mature, willing and respectful with his family and neighbor. Mr. Negron was to be a wonderful person. I hope that his family can have a life full of satisfaction, and I pray for them so that they can continue to have all his love and support to better enjoy their life. Rest in peace Pete Negron.
ps: I hope that my thinking has come to the family despite my English inaccurate.
David Briggs
September 13, 2011
Pete: I have never done something like this before - either leaving a written message or gone to the internet to try to find out more about a person. But I was so moved by your touching tribute to your dad at the 9/11 Memorial that I felt compelled to look further. You are an incredibly poised and composed young man, and there is not a better or more poignant tribute that could have been given for any father than the one you gave for yours. You symbolize the loss for all children of those who died on 9/11. You made us realize that it is the very simple things a father teaches his child that are most important. Clearly, from what you said, the years you actually had with your dad had a deep and lasting impact on you. And this comes from a man of your father's generation. Continue to be strong and to live the life your dad wanted for you. Continue to be a good and guiding influence on your little brother. Be good to your mom - she has been through so much. Grief is the price we pay for love. You have paid that price at much too early of an age. You have honored your mother and father by the man you have become. Feel your dad all around you, and know that he still loves you and is surely very proud of you. Last, be happy for deep in your heart, you know that, above all, your dad would want you to be happy!
Isabel
September 11, 2011
I can tell that your father has influenced you greatly the way you speak about him. A horrendous, unspeakable thing happend to your father and that makes someone feel as much of the memory of them them that they can can possible indulge in. It prompts someone to reflect. But despite that, I see in your eyes, your demeanor and in your words that he meant more to you than the world and I'm sorry that that happend. It is unfair. To see and hear you speak about how you have grown and helped you family grow speaks infinate volumes of your strength and future success. Nothing will stand in your way. You make me want to appreciate more of what I have and worry less about what I dont. It didnt take much to see that you not only cherish your father and family but that you have the strength of a leader and honor of a real man. My blessings ans wishes go out to your father and your entire family. God bless you. May you have eternal happiness and love.
Sincerely,
Isabel
Kareen KENNEDY
September 11, 2011
I remember waiting with Ralph Mercado back at the apartment while Pete proposed to Leila in the park where they first met. It is one of the few memories I have of Pete *and Leila* and to think their union was cut short 10 years ago with two beautiful little boys...words cant describe. I pray that God watches the family and Pete as you look down upon your sons, know that in that short time you were with then you left an impression that is evident in the young men they are becoming today..God Bless..
September 11, 2011
Sometimes the world is a dark, scary and confusing place, but your son brought light to it in his speech today. I know the world is proud of him, as you are. Peace be with you. Yousuf, England
Melissa Mesinas
September 11, 2011
Pete,
I just heard your son's reflection of what the past ten years have been like for him and your family, and from seeing that I know you are watching over them. Hearing Peter speak made me feel warm and strong, as I am the same age as your son. I know you are proud of your family, please keep blessing them as many others are happy for the strives they've made in their lives. I know they will never forget you, and neither will we. God bless you and your family.
Brian Pfister
September 11, 2011
Pete,
I wrote this song after hearing you talk about your dad after the tragedy on 9/11. I hope you like it. The link is to my You Tube page.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHyo_qhSfsc
Nalini & Vonrick Alexander
September 11, 2011
May god continue to bless you and your family. My advise for you and your brother, is to stay in school and graduate with PH.D's. Go all the way with your education. You can both do it. Continue to make your mom proud and our great nation too. We suport you with all of our love.
Love, The Alexander Family
James Medina
September 11, 2011
I saw your son on TV speaking about you. You would have been very proud of your son. GOD Bless. You did a good job in raising him. Your wife took care of the rest. GOD BLESS you and your FAMILY.
September 11, 2011
As we grow up, we realize how important it is to live up to our parents expectations...and listening to young Pete tells me how PROUD Pete Sr. and his mother ought to be...but this is only the beginning...keep it up and become a MENTOR to the next generation...you are positioned to make a difference in life!!!
Bob Segarra, SJ,Puerto Rico
Daniel Matarazzo
September 11, 2011
I saw your son- now a young man- speak at todays Memorial ..he did a terrific job being strong in dealing with such sorrow.
You have much to be proud of Pete Negron, father, of Peter Negron, your son.
May God Bless you all
sneha jha
September 11, 2011
There was sadness and a sense of pride in your son's voice. You must be proud that he had grown up in to fine young lad and has taken responsibilities of his family members like a very mature man! RIP Pete, you are your son's guardian angel.
Leonardo Brandolini
September 11, 2011
I heard today your son's touching speech at the WTC memorial site and I was deeply sorrow for your terrible loss. I am sure you are so proud of him. Thanks a lot for your son beautiful and moving words. I will never forget you.
Stella Scarafoni
September 11, 2011
I heard your son's speech on the screen and I feel something strong inside of me. I wish you all the best, love and peace from Italy.
Stella
September 11, 2011
The followind message is dedicated to Pete and his family. I saw Pete's name on the New York memorial during a program on French television, for the 10th anniversary of the tragedy. You might find my attitude inappropriate, but I just wanted to know more about you, and I started searching your name on the Internet. Maybe I needed to identify personnally to someone during this special day. Please accept my deepest sympathy. From France. Vincent.
Dorian Mecir
September 11, 2011
Pete, you would be soooo proud of how your son just spoke at the 10th anniversary 9/11 memorial, broadcast on national television for all to hear! Wow...so beautiful and touching. Leila, we are thinking of you and the boys....we'll "Never Forget" Dorian, Steve, Chris & Steffie
Dennis Lamers
September 11, 2011
Pete,
I never knew you, I heard your name on the television here in The Netherlands. You were a brave person, sadly you never made it home..
Rest in Peace Pete.. you will be missed very much..
Kari Mabus
September 11, 2011
I just watched your son, Mrs. Negron on that stage, speaking of his father. The Lord is taking care of you. He's had you in His loving arms through all the pain and suffering. What a wonderful testament to the fine man, I'm sure your husband was, in that you both produced such a fine boy. May God bless you and keep you in His care.
Ellen
September 11, 2011
I listened to your son speak at today's memorial - what a tribute to a great Dad. You can be so proud.
J. Johnson
September 11, 2011
I just watched the eldest son of Mr. Negron deliver a speech at the WTC Memorial site. What and awesome and courageous act and tribute to his father's legacy was given by his son.
richard h. cosme
September 10, 2011
pete,
tomorrow marks the 10 year anniversary of one of the most cowardly and senseless attacks on america that i've experienced in my lifetime. although we weren't close friends, i knew a great deal about you, and what kind of person you were, and what you stood for. you were truly loved by all who knew you, both family and friends. after this horrible day in american history, i received word from my cousin michelle, who is leila's best friend, that you never made it home. immediately, i had a lump in my throat, and for a moment, it felt like my heart stopped beating... the feelings were quite indescribable. how could this happen on american soil? how could anyone do such a thing? having worked down at the world trade center site shortly after the attacks, the emotions i carry with me, the visions of what i saw, and the memories of that day, will play on in my mind forever. every year since then, i try to make sense of it all, and it's just not possible. i see all the pain and suffering that your wife leila, and your boys peter and austin have endured, and all i can do is pray? trust me when i say, that although you and everyone that was taken away from family and friends on that day, you all left your mark! you are loved! you are missed! and, you all, "will never be forgotten!". tomorrow, after 10 years, i will be present at your memorial, to once again pay my respects. every year since 9/11/01, i have always had to work, or made some sort of excuse, not to revisit the site. to avoid the painful memories, and all the visions of what i saw. i can't hide from it anymore, i refuse! i need to begin my healing process. tomorrow, it will be "my honor" to be at your memorial. to a great man, son, father, husband, dad, friend, and most importantly, "an american hero!". i love you pete! my brother from another mother! may god bless all of you! rest in peace, and we'll see you on the other side! your friend, richard h. cosme.
Hope White
September 8, 2011
I never met you. People in my community are placing flags in front of a local business to honor all of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. Every person who places a flag receives a certificate bearing the name of an individual who lost their life that day. I was given your name and personally placed a flag in your honor on the lawn today.
Leila Negron
August 31, 2011
I cannot believe 10 yrs has gone by without you. It still feels like it was yesterday that I saw your face. You would be so proud of your boys. I miss you and love you, always & forever your wife
Always had lunch with Pete while in JFK HS.
Kenneth Mercado
August 29, 2011
I just found out about Pete. My heart goes out to the family and friends. Pete and I were in school together. I found out about him when i posted pics of our JHS 143 and JFK. That is when people told me what had happened to him. You may see his pics that i posted of him on my Facebook page. I love Pete. Love hanging out with him during lunch period and thoughout our time in JFK.
Manuel Domenech
February 17, 2011
It has been ten years now and we miss you with all our hearts. You will never be forgotten! We know that you are watching over us and everyday we pray for you and are grateful that you were a part of our lives. You are one of the greatest people that has walked this earth and will never leave our hearts. Your footprints have left a beautiful mark with everyone you touched. We love you and miss you! PAPO AND BELKIS
Barbara Ford
February 1, 2010
Pete,
I hope you will always rest in peace. I will always miss you.
Love you--Barbara Ford
Monique Montanez
September 11, 2009
Pete,
Just wanted to say that ur truly missed. Your Godson is in his senior year in High School. Hes doing so good you would be so proud. Your boys are so big...Austin is so beautiful and so smart. Peter has grown into a fine young man..We speak of you all the time and they are always great memories. You are an angel now in heaven looking down and watching over your loved ones. I'll see you cuz when i get there :) I love you
Leila Negron
March 24, 2009
Just wanted to say I miss you my husband. You were the best thing that ever happen to me. Your boys are fine and healthy. We talk about you all the time. You watch over your sons and me first and foremost. Till we meet again my love. Your wife
Ralph Mercado
November 18, 2008
To this day I miss my friend as though I lost him yesterday. His loss has taught me to appreciate those around me more. 20 was the number he always wore.
Judy Abreu & Family
September 11, 2008
Pete,
It has been seven years now and we miss you with all our hearts. You will never be forgotten! We know that you are watching over us and everyday we pray for you and are grateful that you were a part of our lives. You are one of the greatest people that has walked this earth and will never leave our hearts. Your footprints have left a beautiful mark with everyone you touched. We love you and miss you!
Monique Montanez
September 11, 2008
You are missed and not forgoten..You will always be in my heart.
Natalie Urena
September 10, 2008
[ R.i.P PETE ] what is there 2 say
iz been 7years n istill cnt belive Yur really qone. imy so muchh . there's so Much iwish icould have told yu. ihate the fact that yur not here Anymore & it kills me. Yu where my bestfriend my like my Second dad:'( wen iwas down u where there for me . ijust realli wish icouldve said qoodbye.
quess thinqs happen for a reason
resttt in peaceee. pete neqron
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LEILA NEGRON
September 14, 2007
Every now and then I come and check this page. I am amazed at how people still think of my late husband and miss him. I know he was loved very much. We still grieve for Pete but we also know that he will be waiting for his family with open arms when the time comes. HIS SONS ARE DOING JUST FINE AND WILL CONTINUE TO SO BECAUSE PETE (THEIR FATHER) IS ALWAYS WATCHING OVER THEM 100% OF THE TIME. HIS CHILDREN ALWAYS CAME FIRST AND I KNOW THEY STILL DO. To my love I miss you and love you ALWAYS & FOREVER. YOUR WIFEY LEILA NEGRON
monique montanez
September 11, 2007
I cant believe how the years have gone by so fast...You will always remain in my heart and will be greatly missed..
Judy Abreu
September 11, 2007
We love you and miss you so much Pete. We will never forget you and always think of you. You were an angel here and now you are one up in heaven. I know you will be waiting for us with your wings spread out and ready to embrace us like you have always done. We love you. Love Judy Abreu & Family
Jesse Urena
July 16, 2007
Pete u were like a second father to me.We were best friends. U and me always spent time together,like when we went to get red hair spray;those were the days.I loved u and still do.i know u are in a better place with God.
Adrienne
April 22, 2007
WE WILL NEVER FORGET...
P Tabbernor
January 15, 2007
In memory....
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.
Melissa C. Quinones
September 13, 2006
Pete, I know that you are watching over your family and friends. You will always be in my heart. Please say hello to my dad for me while your there....
Your sister
Jacqueline Negron
September 12, 2006
No words to express the way I feel ......big brother? Your sis Jackie
chassity castanon
September 12, 2006
a message for pete,leila,peter,and austin.
first this message is for pete,i dont really no what to say its been 5 years now and it
feels like yesterday and i guess i never had a chance to really say good bye and express what i
feel about what happened to you and the people of the world trade center.and that your not here
because you did not deserve to be taken away from your family and friends who love you very much. you were like a big brother to me and i wish you really were, you are and were the funniest man i know, i know this because the last time i saw you was on my 24th birthday march 2001 and i have a video of you and you were having a ball and thats how i will always remember you laughing and smiling you have the most encouraging smile by this i mean that when some one is upset and down,and you walk in with that big smile on your face and just light up the room know one can help but to smile with you and laugh with you i also remember you and leila being there for my sister michelle through her good times and bad times and for that you are an inspiration to us all. i also remember as a child that you use to come around with leila and i was just about 6 years old and as a child everyone seems so tall and even now because im short, but when i grew up and i notice that he was not so tall it was so funny to me because he seem tall to me as a child, but what i know is that he was tall at heart thats what i loved about you pete, there is nothing you could not do, nothing that you would not try when you put your mind to it you did it, i wish i had half the guts you had, you were so spirited and loving and warm hearted you will live on through your sons peter and austin and your wife leila and your family and friends you will always be loved and missed by all may you rest in peace, i love you pete we all love you thanks for being you and for implanting your love in our hearts for all eternity till we meet again,i wish you could had been here to meet my daughter daisy she would have loved you. to leila i love you so much thank you for being apart of our lives thank you for all you do for us i wish you the best in life with your family you are like a big sister to me and im here if you need me.peter and austin i love you guys like my own nephews and i wish you guys the best in your lives im sure your father is very proud of you guys, im proud of you guys you have grown up to be very smart and spirited just like your dad and im here if you need me love always chassity and family.
chassity castanon
September 11, 2006
pete, you are an angel up above as you always were in our hearts; will never forget you, never forget for pete negron you are the sweetest man in heaven as you were on earth we miss you and love you so till we meet again may u rest in peace go yankees !
KIM GONZALEZ
September 11, 2006
It has been 5 years now since 9/11 and we all will never forget such a great man that you where. Your memories will always remain in our hearts and soul. Time goes on and time will heal us. As the years past on, you will be held in great honor to all those you came in contact with. God Bless Leila, Peter, and Austin. Your CuZ, KIM
Chelsea Gardner
August 21, 2006
I also just watched Camp 9/11. You would be so proud of your son. Such a fine example and a great young man.
Mary
August 20, 2006
I just watched Camp 9/11 on TV and was very impressed by your son, Peter. He's a brave young man and will carry on your legacy by helping others. I'll pray for your family.
Christina Hamilton
August 4, 2006
Pete,
its now 2006, so many years that you have been gone. me and natalie are remembering that terrible day, the day that, though dubbed a hero, u were taken from us forever. Pete, i miss you dearly. The way you used to make fun of my curly hair, the way you always had a smile on your face. Remember how much fun we had in pennsylvania? I do, and know that I will never forget. So, till that day that we meet again in gods heavanly kingdom, i want you to know that I care. Your light hearted grin, your way of making everything fun. You are truly missed. Anytime I get, I make sure to pray for you, to make sure god is holding you close. Pete, when i see you, i know the first thing i will say to you is 'WASSSSSSSSSSSSS UPPPPPPPP!"
*does ur signature hand motion!*
LOVE YOU
Pete Negron R.I.P i love you miss u so much!!..
Natalie Urena
August 4, 2006
Pete waz my bestfreind like my second father its been 4 years now since the death and i just wanna say i miss him so much and he waz so peaceful and kind i rember every day he use 2 come 2 my house and bring me lollypops and one day i called him short and he brang me fruits and he showed me he cared ive nown him all my life and may he rest in peace i love u pete with all my heart!!! R.I.P Pete Negron!!! we all love u the abreu family and ur family and peter and austin i miss you guys!!
Love:
&
lt;br>Natalie Marie Urena
Kim Gonzalez
September 17, 2005
Cuz(Pete),
You are missed by many, but still remembered in our hearts. You have made your family and friends proud to have known you and be a part of of your life. You have showned bravery and compansion to those you helped on that tragic day. You had given your life for many that you had saved. You left an everlasting image of a giving, loving, and caring man for both your sons to follow. God had blessed you in so many ways and you touch many in return. God has once again turned you into an Angel to guide us forever.
Your Cousin, KIM
ADRIAN RUIZ
September 11, 2005
I REMEMBER THE FIRST TIME I SAW PETE
I WAS WITH MY DAD AND BROTHER WE WERE ON THE SIDE OF WALTON HIGH SCHOOL PLAYING PITCHIN IN. HE WAS COMING HOME FROM WORK AND HE STOPPED US FROM PLAYING HE INTRODUCED HIMSELF ASKED US IF WE WANTED TO PLAY SOFTBALL WITH HIS TEAM WE SAID SURE HE CHATTED WITH US A LITTLE WHILE BUT FROM THAT LITTLE CHAT WE KNEW WHAT TYPE OF FRIEND HE WAS GOING TO BE A VERY GOOD FRIEND BIG HEART SO ALIVE
LOVED THE GAME . PETE WILSON,ADRIAN,DAVID,ANGEL,DENNIS
MISS YOU BROTHER WE HAVE NOT PLAYED SINCE YOU BEEN GONE NOT THE SAME
Johnathon TORRES
September 11, 2005
The day od sep 11 was avery hard day for alot of people. I was in school while all of this was going on. When i had found out that Pete was working there was was at the tower at that moment i had froze. I really had spent no time with you because i would just hang out with your son. I miss you and i will always love you and your family. You will always be in my heart. Rest in peace.
monique montanez
September 11, 2005
You will always be in my heart. I miss you so much.
greg rastetter
September 11, 2005
may GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
MAYRA FERREIRA
September 11, 2004
Pete,
I know you are with God, because a man like you belongs there, so helpfull, cheerfull and hardworker. Thank You very much for all your help while I was your intern. I learned a lot from you.I will always remember you.
jody kocurek
September 13, 2003
My name is jody kocurek I worked at the trade center for 7 years doing asbestos removal.Pete was my environmental inspector for the time i was there. when i left the trade center i became an environmental inspector for the housing authority. pete taught me alot about the job.i returned in 2000 to work for another company and i contacted pete and he got me my pass to enter the building.to this day i still where the pass close to my heart to remember pete god bless you and you will always be next to my heart
Renato Camacho
September 12, 2003
Whether it was playing softball in the Port Authority league or running into him at one of the lobbies of the WTC, Pete had this humble, remarkable charm that spoke volumes about his character. His demeanor was always one of 'how I can help you today?', to those who crossed his path.
He will never be forgotten. God Bless him and his wonderful family always.
Mark Edwards
September 12, 2003
Pete, everyone knows how great of a father and person you were, but not everyone knows how serious you took your job. Pete was an Environmental Inspector for the Port Authority of New York/New Jersey. I could remember as the abatement contractor supervisor Pete would perform numerous of inspections, he was always fair but diligent in performing his job. The love and dedication for his job and (family) had shined every day in his job. Now I am an Environmental Inspector for another Agency and I will always perform my duties as you did and let your light shine through my work, Pete I hope I make you proud. You will always remember.
vinny urena
September 11, 2003
i really dont know what to say other then "i miss u". for a long time i was upset cuz u left without sayin goodbye..i didnt understand that u had a better place to go to, i didnt understand dat u didnt MEAN to leave us all without sayin goodbye.But i know now,so i wanna say goodbye, and i love you, and i miss u so0o much, but i try to member the good things.Hey member how u allways used to correct me and say "polish not paint"..i still say paint sometimes but i remeber u everytime i do. u were a great man,father,friend see you soon!
Fred Brown
September 10, 2003
Although the loss of Pete Negron is such a burden for his family to bear, I hope that they can take comfort in knowing that this hero died trying to help others. Peter and Austin have the best role model possible, and a mother with the strength to help them grow up to be like their dad.
Lloyd Huxtable
September 1, 2003
I am inspired by the love and devotion Pete showed to his family, mother and sister. His legacy is that he provides an outstanding role model for his boys to follow. I am forever blessed with the memories of the good times we shared together. Your memory helps to make me, the best that I can be. Thank you and rest in peace my friend.
Blanca Gomez
August 16, 2003
Pete, I never met you, but through you wife and friends, I see how special and what A wonderful man you were. I was with your friend Michelle when she got the call that they found you. I prayed with her that this was some cruel joke that someone would jump out and yell "gotcha"! but it didn't happen. I hope you are resting in peace and take joy in knowing your family is being taken care of. Blessings to you in Heaven and your family and friends. I hope when I get to Heaven, I can finally meet you.
GILBERT ECHEVARRIA
November 22, 2002
Fill not your hearts with pain and sorrow, but remember Pete in every tomorrow. remember the joy, the laughter, the smiles. He's only gone to rest a little while. Although his leaving causes pain and grief, his going has eased our pain and given us relief. So dry your eyes and remember him, not as him now, but as he used to be. Because he will remember us all and look on with a smile. Understand, in your hearts, Pete has only gone to rest a little while. As long as he has the love of each of us, he can live his life in our hearts of all of us.
Nidia Abreu
November 4, 2002
Pete,
You are now safe and free in God's ambiance and divine Kingdom. May the Lord embrace you with his heavenly love and may his angels shield you with their enchanting wings of love. It is there where you will find refuge and peace Pete. Thank you for coming into our lives and God bless you Pete Negron. Remember that the Abreu-Rodriguez family loves you 4 ever, Tommy and Ralph too. You will forever live in our hearts and minds and there you are safe.
JOSE A. DELVALLE
October 9, 2002
my cousin pete was a great person, he was a always a happy clown. the day my wife called me at work about pete,I was hoping and praying it was not true.pete and I had many similar features,his life had just begun to be taken away so soon. we will always remember pete for his silly smile and joyful ways. and the day he shot betsy's spoiled dog with a watergun after it was groomed.may he rest in peace and god give him the biggest wings he has. we love him always& his family leila, peter,austin.....god bless you all. keep your spirits up
Maribel
September 14, 2002
I remember Pete walking home from school. He always had a smile on his face. I didn't know him personally, just by a quick hello or good-bye. As the years went on I pumped into him on Kingsbridge Road and again there he was with that nice friendly smile which is the same smile I am sure he now has as he watches over his sons and wife. When I recently saw his picture in the NY Times (9/11/02 issue) I was sadden to learn that he was one of the thousands that lost their lives on 9/11. May he rest in peace and may his family be blessed by God.
Barb Cross
September 10, 2002
To Pete's wife and family
Our son-in-law is a teacher of 7th graders in Salem Oregon. As a project for his students to understand the impact of the 9/11 loss, he had each of his student's make a flag with a name of a victim. When they were finished, students could take home a flag to honor a person. Pete's flag was with our family at Thanksgiving and Christmas 2001. We will continue to bring his flag to our table so our children and our grandchildren will never forget. He has touched our lives - and now your family is a part of our family. Wishing you healing energy and peace.
Maribel Arce
September 10, 2002
To the family of Mr. Negron,
I'm a resident from your town and I would like to express my condolences to all of you. I'm very sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers go out to your family as well as everyone that lost a love one that day.
Maribel
Iris Milagros Gonzalez
September 9, 2002
I was so sad when I heard that Pete Negron, Leila's husband and father to two beautiful boys had his life cut off by the disaster of the events on September 11, 2001. I was on my way to New York on that fatal day and was grounded for 3 days in North Carolina. When I finally reached New York on September 15, my daughter, Carmen, informed me that Pete Negron was missing. I tried to locate Leila or her mother Edith to offer my support but was not able to contact them. I sent my love and support to them through Leila's uncle William but I never got to see them. I want to let Leila and her family know as well as Pete's family that my heart and prayers are with them. Pete is in heaven because he was a caring and giving person. God Bless You All.
Charlotte Senecal
September 5, 2002
A friend of mine received 30 tree seedlings from a memorial project. As I understand it, there is a tree for each person lost on September 11, and these trees are being sent to volunteers nationwide who will plant them. One of the trees that I obtained bears Pete's name. We will plant it in his honor next Wednesday outside our home. It is a white spruce seedling.
My heartfelt condolences, from our family to yours.
Carolyn Staub Bilelis
August 18, 2002
I remember Pete from the ages of about 10-16, when a group of us on Sedgwick Avenue were going through those very awkward pubescent years. It was Pete, John and Gil on the boys side, and me, Natacha, Lori and Diane on the girls side. Pete was always the "cute" and "cool" one that everyone had a crush on! But the boys were always busy playing softball. I was also good friends with Pete's sister Betsy, so I would go to their house sometimes and listen to music. I remember running into Pete many years later to learn that he was happily married with children, and was also successful in his career. While I was not surprised that someone like him would find such success, I was very, very happy for him. And now my heart is heavy, as I am so saddened at Pete's untimely passing, as I am for my brother Craig Staub, who was also there in the WTC that fateful day and who is with Pete now. I hope the two of them find comfort in reminiscing together about the good old days on Sedgwick Avenue. My deepest condolences to Pete's family and friends. May you find comfort in knowing that Pete is still with you every day of your lives.
Suzi Filak
August 1, 2002
My husband is a police sergeant in upstate NY, and after the 11th, his entire department received bracelets with the names of NYPD and PAPD lost at the Trade Center. My husbands bracelet says Pete Negron on it. I wanted to find out more about the name on the bracelet that my husband has not removed since he got it. I found it's not just a name, but a man the same age as my husband who also had a family that loved and cherished him as I do mine. I cannot express how sorry I am for the loss of Pete. I want Pete's family to know that we think of them often and feel they are now a part of our family.
Our Love and Friendship always,
The Filak Family
Saugerties, NY
Michael Iezzi
June 19, 2002
Father we entrust our brother Pete to your mercy. You loved him greatly in this life: now that he is freed from all its cares, give him happiness and peace forever. Welcome him now into paradise where there will be no more sorrow, no more weeping or pain, but only peace and joy with Jesus your Son, and the Holy Spirit forever and ever.
sandra perrone
June 2, 2002
Until now, I considered myself fortunate that I didn't know anyone who was personally affected by the WTC disaster. When I learned of Pete's passing, I felt a sadness in my heart. Althought it's been some years since I've seen Leila, Peter, Betsy or his mom, my heartfelt condolences go out to his family. Pete was a good man, always conscious of his responsibility towards his family. My prayers go out to his family and may God bless you all. Sandra
Paul Geoghegan
May 13, 2002
To Peter, Jr.,
I had the pleasure of working with your father from 1991 through 1994 at a place called Hygienetics, before he went to The Port Authority and I went to the Fire Department. Each morning, your father and I would sit at his drafting table, and he would tell me stories about you. He loved you so much, and he made fatherhood sound like so much fun. It made me want to be a Daddy really bad. I remember one day he came into work with a big bump on his head; it looked like someone had mugged him! I asked him what happened, and he explained that he was playing this game with you (you were about two and a half), where he would put you on a bed and crawl on the floor and yell "Boo". So there you are, sitting on the bad, holding a little wiffle bat, and your Daddy sneaks up and yells "Boo!", and you clobbered him right on the head with your bat! When he told me the story, he was laughing so hard he had tears in his eyes!
Your Dad is in heaven, and I am trying to lead a good life like he did so that someday I will get to see him again. If he could talk to you right now, he would tell you this: He always loved you, your mother and your brother. Take care of them, and always know that even though you can't see him, he is with you always, everywhere.And he always will be, forever.
Angie Campbell
May 7, 2002
May GOD Bless you and watch over the family and friends that you left behind on 9/11/01. Rest in peace..........
March 14, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL MAN..PETE NEGRON 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.PETER GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Stefanie Mercado
March 12, 2002
Words can not express how i feel. Pete was a great man with a good heart. He always made me smile. Pete was always there when someone was in need of help. I love You and miss u.
Love you always Stefanie
GILBERT ECHEVARRIA
March 11, 2002
THAT DAY, SEPTEMBER 11,2001 WAS THE DAY I LOST MY CHILDHOOD BEST FRIEND,PETE. HE WASN'T JUST A FRIEND TO ME, PETE WAS LIKE A BROTHER AND HE WILL BE MISSED. THOSE WHO LOVE HIM AND THOSE WHO KNEW HIM WILL TRULY MISS HIM. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN, LOVE ALWAYS GIL
Carmen Diaz-Arias
March 11, 2002
All the events of 9/11 left my family and myself raw with emotions, as it did for every American that could fully comprehend what happened that day. But it touched us even deeper when we discovered that Pete was one of the victims of this senseless act of terror. My mom, Iris, my sister, Melissa, and my brother, Raul, and myself knew Pete and would always remember him for that bright smile he always shared to those around him (when he and his family lived on Strong Street) and the dedication he demonstrated to his family and friends. Always helful and always smiling is how we will remember him. Our deepest sympathies go out to Leila and the boys. May God bless all of you.
Peter Negron
February 27, 2002
I LOVE YOU AND I MISS YOU. YOU ARE MY HERO DAD. LOOK DOWN ON US AND HELP US DO THE RIGHT THING IN LIFE. SEE YOU ONE DAY DAD. YOU HAVE THE MOVIE AND ILL BRING THE POPCORN:>)
Leila Negron
February 27, 2002
I am at a loss of words but not surprised at how many people love Pete. He was a great man. I was lucky to meet him. we made each other laugh a lot. he was always helping someone out. he was the best thing that ever happened to me. my heart hurts so much. but i say to myself as each day goes by i get closer and closer to be with him. i will see you someday my love and we will once again be as one. May God Bless us all. I LOVE YOU PETE ALWAYS AND FOREVER!
janet abreu
January 24, 2002
Pete was a wonderful man and friend. Whenever you needed help, he was there. God bless you Pete, we miss you a great deal but we will see each other once again.
Love always, your friend Janet!
Hiram Rivera
January 2, 2002
In my six years working at the 2 World Trade I would see Pete every day. He was the most friendliest person you can ever meet. We saw each other on the elevators every day and eventually starting talking. I was there on that day and did not see Pete. The news of his untimely passing struck me hard.
Pete, may God grant you everything you deserve.........
Alvin & Sylvia Negron
December 28, 2001
I am proud of the contributions made by Negrons to the development of this great country. Although I am not a relative (known that is), I would like to pay tribute to Peter Negron for the ultimate contribution: his life.
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