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On Sunday, Nov. 23, Sandy Lang came by her in-laws' home and told her father-in-law, William Lang, that she was going down to Long Beach Island to leave some candles where her husband, Brendan, had proposed to her. "I asked, do you want company, and she said, 'Absolutely,"' Mr. Lang said. So together they drove through a pouring rain. As soon as they got to the beach, the rain stopped.
"See, he's speaking to you," Mr. Lang told his daughter-in-law.
Brendan Lang, 30, was a project manager for Structure Tone, and was doing work at the World Trade Center on Sept. 11.
He called his parents to tell them about a plane hitting the first tower, and that he had a "plan."
They believe that after calling them he went to help his aunt Rosanne Lang, who worked in the first tower. Neither of them made it out.
Brendan and Sandy were married for three years. They had recently purchased a home, next door to Middletown. Brendan was hardworking and ambitious, Sandy Lang said, but family was everything to him.
They had just gotten a puppy, a golden retriever they named Tucker.
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Ed Connors
September 11, 2024
Hey man, can’t believe it’s 23 years. I made a promise I’d never forget and I haven’t. Hope you’re in peace.
Billy Lang
July 20, 2018
Bumble it won't be long now that we will be reunited. I want to thank each and every person was taking time to write kind words of condolence. As your father I could not be more proud of what you accomplished in the 30 years of your life time. The rest of your siblings are doing well and miss you also.
When I saw the aircraft that murdered you and aunt Rosanne the first tower I knew that you weren't coming home. If there was someone needed saving it would be you to do it. Recently your uncle Jamus told me that you died a hero, running into the tower to get two of your workers out. If you stayed at 22 Broadway you would be alive today. I am so glad that your last words to your mother were of love.
September 11, 2015
hey pal, could use your help with grandma, watch over her and wait for her, think she'll be there soon, I know you already know. unc
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S J. Friscia III
April 27, 2014
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
Chris Shelton
September 11, 2012
Hey Brendan,
We had some great times in Colorado eh - I will never forget trying to reach you in the days after the attacks only to find out the sad truth of what happened. R-I-P Man...
Chris
June 22, 2012
alwaysto remember you,your old friend back in ireland..fin
Colin McInnes
September 12, 2011
thinking of brendan and his family. i remember brendan being a funny kid and just nice to everyone. one of my favorite memories was in 8th grade gym class brendan leading a bunch of us boys to run at the same pace so one of the special needs kids could win the race. thoughts and prayers to sean, mr lang and all his family.
Ed Havard
September 11, 2011
I will always remember, my thoughts area with you and your family
Shawn "airhead" Sima
September 11, 2011
Brenden. I remember you as such a sweet kid. Your dad coached us with the Hazlet Hawks. You and Sean would ride your bikes over to West Keansburg to play ball and hang out. So sorry to hear of your passing. I am a twenty year vet of the Air Force and i must tell u that Brenden gives me a comfort in knowing what the fight is about. Coach Lang and Sean I am so sorry. God bless
Lisa Donnelly
September 14, 2010
To the Lang Family,
I never knew Brendan, but my husband, Sean, attended St. John Vianney and remembered him from wrestling. He was so sad upon hearing of Brendan's passing. I was pregnant during that tragic day and when our son was born the following January we named him Brendan.
We will never forget your Brendan or the victims of September 11th. God Bless your family.
Ben Percival
September 11, 2010
Shortly after 9/11 i bought a sterling silver bracelet with the random name of a 9/11 victim. the name was Brendan Lang. unfortunatly i lost the bracelet when i was robbed but the name has stayed with me for years. every 9/11 i pray for the Lang family. I have never seen a picture of Brendan until now, which makes it all the more touching.
God Bless
Geraldine Halderman
September 6, 2010
Brendan Lang, this year at the September 11, 2010 ceremonies I will be honored to read your name. God bless you and your family. We share the same sorrow.
Ed Connors
September 11, 2009
To the Lang Family,
It's been 8 years but I want you to know that I still think about working with Brendan. He was a good guy who should have had a chance to grow old.
I can tell you that as long as I am around I will always remember him
Ed Connors
Sean McCarthy
March 4, 2009
I'll never forget playing football and stickball with you and all the kids from Cornell Drive. Every day that I worked at the landfill I hoped I would find something to give back to your family.
P Tabbernor
December 2, 2006
In memory....
Kristine
November 2, 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.
Jeannie Gambino-Markey
October 20, 2006
Brendan could always make you laugh. He was a very special person and always put his friends and family before everything. He will always be an inspiration.
Ana
October 18, 2006
I am so sorry for the loss of Brendan, I am so sure he is in Heaven with his beloved Aunt, and both are looking down with pride to their loving family who miss and love them so.
cecily matos
September 11, 2006
In 1983 I was school mates with Brendan. Thats a long time ago and not surprising that I still have memories of him. His charisma was not one to be forgotten. His laugh and smile were then and are now that of an angels.
Ann Davies
August 24, 2004
To the family, friends and loved ones of Brendan Lang, A few days after September 11th, I had a dream. In that dream, someone named Brendan Lang visited me. There was someone else with them although I could not remember their name. I did remember Brendan's when I woke up from my dream. I knew that he had been a victim in the World Trade Center attack. I believe and still believe to this day that his spirit visited me and wanted to share this message with me so that I can share it with those he loved. His spirit is alive and there is hope.
My thoughts and prayers have been with Brendan and his family since that moment. I am happy I have found this site, only so that I could learn a little bit more about his life and share with you his message of hope.
Julie Lamberti Levy
September 18, 2003
To the family and friends of Roseanne and Brendan Lang,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I will pray for both of them. I am sure they are both watching over all those they love.
Let us Never forget 9/11!
God Bless this beautiful country and keep it safe from harm.
Sincerely,
Julie Lamberti Levy
Richard Jones
July 4, 2003
My Dear Friends:
I resided in Red Bank for over 40 years. I lived at 145 Mclaran St., and 69 Leighton Ave. I attended Machanic St. School, River St. School, the old RBRH, and BDCC.
What I remember most about Red Bank is the fire works display at Marine Park every 4th of july. But... Like many people, I never really appreciated it. (Until 911). Tonight, when I take my little girls to the fire works display here, your family will be in my thoughts. God Bless You.
Brian Loudon
February 19, 2003
The Lang Family,
I had the privelage to attend St. John Vianney with Brendan. Although I have not seen him since Graduation day it still hit me really hard to hear the horrible news. Although we never got to be really close friends I always thought highly of him. I hope that this may be some comfort to you.
Diana Gallagher
December 21, 2002
A few daya after september 11,2001 i found out i had 2 distant cousins who were missing in the rubble i soon found out that their names were rosanna lang and brendan lang i never meet them but my mom and grandmother have shared the many stories with me that they could about there lives i wish i could have gotten to know them family means so much more these days after that tragic day i never realized the size of our family until that day and kowing now that 2 precious lives were taken from our family my heart goes out to all the familys who lost their dearest love ones but i just wanted my distant family to know that we love you all very much and our hearts and prays are with you everday as we remeber our love ones we lost on that very tragic day their memories will live on in our hearts and in our minds until the end of time they did not die in vain that day they became heroes in the hearts of many they never signed up to serve our country and unfortunately some one made that decision for them and for that and for the love we have for them they will never be forgotten love always Diana
Mary Bodder
December 18, 2002
Hi im a friend of Kathy Maxson, i work with her at staples im so sorry for your loss.
Arthur Klock
November 20, 2002
To the Lang family, I knew Brendan for many years. I was a project manager for a plumbing contractor. We worked together on several projects for Structure Tone. Shortly before September 11, I took a new job teaching plumbing. On that awful day, I stood on the roof of the school in Queens and saw the towers fall. When the first one fell, I started saying the Hail Mary over and over. I knew that I had lost friends. I thought of Brendan and others. In the aftermath there were funerals(of others)and sadness. I felt overwhelmed and so I never tried to find out about the services for Brendan. I regret that to this day. He was a great guy. I spent years in the WTC, WFC, and around downtown. I have not been down to look at that ugly hole. I can't bring myself to go. I wanted you to know that there are people out her that you don't even know, who miss Brendan and remember him. God Bless You and Give You Strength.
Emily Burek
September 11, 2002
To the Lang Family:
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
janet gjendem/ferrere
September 11, 2002
To the Lang family, we are so sorry for your loss, you're in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. A friend of the family, Janet and family from Norway..god bless
Kaylen and Austin Hunt, 10 and 8 years old
September 11, 2002
Today, our radio station, Q-94, passed out flags with the names of the 9/11 victims on them. Brendan Lang was on our flag. We want his family and friends to know he's being remembered today.
LINDA WILKONSKI
September 11, 2002
Today God holds you in the palm of his hands as he does Brendan and Rosanne. Our love and prayers,
Tom & Linda
Rachelle Magee
August 11, 2002
To the Langs,
I knew Brendan when I attended St. JOhns. I also knew Russ and Joe. C. I remember all those guys hanging out all the time...I can still see them hanging out at the lockers.
I am so sorry for your loss. It has taken me this long to search for my friends/acquaintences that were lost. It's almost a year and I finally had the courage to face it.
God Bless You,
Rachelle (Magee) Olson
Matawan High - Class of '88
Patricia Kenny
June 9, 2002
To the Lang Family,
On Saturday June 1st I travelled up from Maryland to attend my Uncle Terry Kenny's Funeral. I parked my car near Brendan's Headstone and was struck by it. I straightened up some of the flowers and said a prayer. Such a difficult loss.... I am truly sorry for you and will always think of your family when I remember my uncle who is buried nearby.
Sincerely,
Pat Kenny
Tom Wootten
April 10, 2002
I met Brendan five or six years ago while managing a move for my company from Mid-Town to the World Financial Center. By a stroke of luck, Brendan was my StructureTone Project Manager, and helped bring my project in on time. I enjoyed his humor, his intellect, his competence, and his presence. We shared memories of his time living in Denver while working for Teachers.
A couple of years ago, I asked Brendan's employer if he was willing to travel and help me manage some projects in the Mid-west and Flordia. While he appreciated the offer, nothing could take him from his family in NY. I respected his decision, and know it to be the right one.
I miss Brendan, and feel for your loss! He and you remain in my prayers.
Renee Caputo
March 24, 2002
To the Lang Family
I knew Brendan growing up. He was best of friends with my brother Russ. Langer (as I called him) and Joey C. spent quit a bit of time at my house - I thought of them as my brothers as well.
It has been a few years since I last saw Brendan. But that did not ease the pain I felt when I heard the sad news. He was a good person, funny, intelligent and loyal to those he loved. I am glad to have shared the time and the laughs with him that I did.
My prayers are with Brendan and all of you.
Constantine Zachariadis
March 12, 2002
To Brendan's Family,
I knew Brendan for only a short time. I worked with him last year at the Trade Center, Tower 1 - 95th floor MMC. Brendan was always a gentleman and professional. I was saddened to hear he was lost on Sept. 11th. My heart goes out to you.
C. Zachariadis
Dean and Becky Margarites
March 11, 2002
To the Lang's
God be with you for now and for ever. We will miss Brendan very much. Sandy we love you. Anything, anytime, anywhere.
Gentile Family
March 6, 2002
We are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and in our prayers.
Richard Murach
March 4, 2002
I had never spoken with Brendan but said "hello" from across the street when he walked his dog. We just moved onto Brendan and Sandy's block this summer and we never got the chance to formally meet but I feel I know a little more of him as our neighborhood is closer due to the tragedy. Stories are told by Bobby Holiday and John and Kathy McGuire,other neighbors on the block. I wish I had a beer with him. I know he was a great guy just from what people say about him. Brendan will always be a part of Red Bank and a hero of this American tragedy. God Bless His Family.
February 16, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS HERO BRENDAN LANG AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS..ESPECIALLY HIS AUNT...STAY CLOSE AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK...MAY JESUS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Narcie Lang Coy
February 13, 2002
To the Lang family. From someone with the same last name. Our entire country mourns for those lost that day in September. None of us will ever be the same because of that, However , for your family our deepest regrets and condolences. May the peace of God rule in your hearts and minds and give you a peace tht passes all understanding. We were in Wisconsin that day and I was not able to sleep the night before, wondering why? I wonder how many others had sleepless nights then. The reason I looked on this list for any Langs, is because of cousins. My cousin Bob/Catherine from Levittown, had eight children. my dad lived in N.Y. years and yrs ago before coming to Chicago.......Sincerely, Narcie
Steve Husbands
February 7, 2002
We have lost a great man.
Joe Clifton
January 13, 2002
To the Langs,
I love you all. Brendan was a great friend. I think about him every day and will miss him the rest of my life. I will always be there if you need anything. He was always there for me.
Love, Joey
Lee Prosser/Taylor
January 8, 2002
Our Family is sorry for your loss. Please know that our prayers are with you.
Teresa Jahn
December 26, 2001
We are extremely sorry for your loss of Brendan and Rosanne. Such a terrible tragedy. Words cannot express are feelings for you. May Brendan and Rosanne's great hearts, kindess, live and love continue living through those who love them.
Our hearts cry with you.
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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