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Greta L.
February 18, 2023
Dear Robert,
I learned about your bravery while reading the book 102 Minutes based on what happened that day within the towers. I was very moved by your actions: you managed to survive the impact of the second plane and stayed on to help others and risk your own life. You were in the center of chaos and suffering on the Sky Lobby, and you went above and beyond your duty by staying until the very end. I am in awe of you and you are one of heroes of that horrible day. I can only imagine what you went through. I know you are in heaven, and I wish your fiance and your son peace and a good life.
Greta
Debbie Morello
September 11, 2019
To Robert in Heaven, Through your honorable death you inspired so many. Your heroism will always be remembered. I am grateful that I was able to connect with your beloved Lisa after you died. Your Spirit lives on through her and through the many people who love and respect you.
Debbie
Jessica Tijero
September 10, 2019
May your brave soul continue to rest peacefully amongst our Lord. RIP Cousin
Jessica Tijero
September 10, 2019
It leaves me with a heavy heart as I read through all of the deep messages left for you Rob.. I remember when my Dad called me to let me know you had passed from 9/11. He sent me a picture of you carrying me when I was no older than 3, you were my cousin Robert from Queens. Although I was too young to really know you, I remember after your passing Jonathan, your son, would always come to my mom's house in Long Island with Gabriel and Marie. I was like 10 at the time. We spoke of you every time we would play. I would ask him so much about you. I am so proud till this day to have had known you. To say that you were a part of my life, even though briefly, that you were a family-friend. Bless your brave soul. I hope that I can live my life to be as half as brave as you were. You are ALWAYS in my prayers cousin.
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The Lucas Family
December 29, 2018
We send our deepest sympathy to your family. Daily may God always give the strength needed to cope with such a sad loss. Robert is still missed by others.
Debbie Morello
September 12, 2018
Thinking of you and your concern for others.
L M
September 11, 2018
I will always love you.
L M
July 6, 2018
Miss you my love
Debra Morello
July 5, 2018
Lisa, Please email me at [email protected]
Thanks! Love, Debbie
September 11, 2017
Lisa, Please send me your email. I am still at [email protected] Love, Debbie
Leonard N. Di Vittorio
September 15, 2016
Robert was one of my students at PS 76 in Long Island City, Queens, NY, back in the very early 90's. He was a "runner" and I would be called upon to chase him down and have him sit with me in my classroom. Upon his leaving PS 76 - I did not have contact with Robert until one day, years later, when I was at the Tequila Sunrise Restaurant in Bayside, NY. I was sitting with friends when he came to my table and re-introduced himself to me - he was working there at the time. He said he recognized me right away when I sat down. He told me how thankful he was for my efforts in taking care of him when he was at PS 76 - and how grateful he was to me for never giving up on him. His words humbled me greatly. That was the last time I saw him. The next time I heard his name was when my sister, who worked and still works at his former High School - L.I.C. - told me not too long after 9/11/01 that Robert had been killed in the attack on the Twin Towers. My heart was torn in two. The pain associated with the loss of one of my "kids" was and is impossible to put into words. It has been 15 years since that horrific day and I have never forgotten you "My Son" or your heartfelt words to me. You are kept in my daily prayers. Thanks for letting me know my career was a success. God rest your young soul.
Mr. Leonard N. Di Vittorio
Mr."D"
September 20, 2015
once long ago i am to left of with the mustach
james puglisi
September 20, 2015
knew him in high school and went on a few reactments with him also came to the memorial on Steinway when he past good pal thought i would share one of his pictures i had of him and me at the reenactment. brave man when he got out of the towers i was shocked her ran back in to save others
Debra Morello
September 11, 2015
Dear Lisa, I got your email and emailed you but never heard back. Please contact me again at [email protected] and send your phone number so I can call. Thinking of you today ...Love, Debbie
Chasity DeLeon
September 10, 2015
Although it has been 14 years since you were taken from us it still feels like yesterday. You will never be forgotten and will forever be in our hearts. Until we meet again.
June 29, 2015
My name is Roberto Bustamante a Peruvian News Reporter. I am writing a story memoring Robert Gabriel Martinez. I would like to contact Lisa Martinez or his parents. My email is :[email protected] In loving memory of Robert Gabriel. Thanks.
S J. Friscia III
August 19, 2014
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
September 11, 2013
Lisa Martinez, You are still in my heart after all these years. After Robert died we spoke and corresponded. You sent me poems in your grief. I hope we can reconnect. My email address is [email protected]
Jonathan H
June 14, 2013
Today I visited the WTC Memorial.......
I remember Robert from high school (LICHS) back in 1994 -95. Cool dude lthough we never hung out we had mutual friends and always said Wassup.
I remember after 9/11 opening the newspaper which had pictures off all the people that passed during the tragic event. While flipping through the pages I saw Roberts picture, I couldn't believe it. Even though we weren't close friends it wasl an empty and sad feeling. I immediately said a prayer for him and his family.
Today I visited the WTC Memorial with co-workers, it was incredible the amount of people visiting the site. While going through the names in the big squares where WTC 1 and 2 use to stand I saw Robert Gabriel Martinez. I was unsure if this was my classmate - so I googled the name and found this site. I was glad to see that there is a place share thoughts, prayers, and remebrances for Robert.
My thoughts and prayers to you and your family Robert.
May you Rest in Peace!
Jonathan Martinez & Michael Ruiz (Son & Step-son)
September 11, 2012
September 11, 2012
Rest in peace. May the lords light shine brightly for you
Yolanda Torres
September 11, 2012
RIP
LISA & ROBER 1998 <3
Lisa Martinez
September 11, 2012
11 years... after the tragedy of losing you, 11 years after my hopes and dreams continue to fade into obscurity, 11 years after, as I grow to see the world differently, I think back and reflect on this moment...
I've graced my life with broken lovers and lost souls, in a hope to bring some resolution to these awful feelings of longing-ness. But in the end, during this national day of rememberance , where the rest of america declares what they are thankful for, I find my thoughts wishing that I could be thankful for you.
I know I had my doubts during the fallout and freestyle love we had, but as the adage goes, I wasn't aware of what I had until it was gone. And I miss you desperately.
I oh so wish I could just talk to you again... to tell you how much you've changed my life. These blogs, while being therapeutic, only create the continued monster of ramblings of a troubled soul. My secret hope is that I could go back in time...To the beautiful days when my voice made the priority of your schedule.
I just wish I could have you one more time. One more moment to whisper in your ear and see that smile. One more role playing game where we drift the day away in bed, watching the sunlight slowly fade from my window.
And while the tears make their way from my soul to the ground, I know that you're not here anymore. I won't delude myself into the false hope that you will some day return to me in some reincarnated form...
But for these moments when the rest of the world snuggles up with the ones they feel content with, I just want you to know...
My thoughts always drift back to you.
RIP Robert G. Martinez 9/11/2001
Nel
August 14, 2011
I grew up with Robert . We played alot of handball at P.S 10 , and he was a really good player ! A left handed handball player and he was a real good guy . Its been 10 years from the day of 9/11 , and i recently found out that he was one of those unfortunate victims . My prayers go out to you and your family .
jonathan martinez
November 27, 2007
hey dad its me your son i hope that you feel good up there and i still keep in touch with lisa bye
P Tabbernor
December 25, 2006
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.
jasmine acevedo
September 30, 2006
i hope you feel better.i know how it's like having someone die in your family.
jasmine acevedo
September 30, 2006
I hope you feeel well lisa martinez.
February 5, 2003
I don't know what I'm doing. My life is a mess without you. I love you & I miss you, ALWAYS.
@)~;~
robert martinez
September 23, 2002
to the family of robert martinez, my name is also martinez. i learned about robert when my class studied 9/11. i'm sorry that robert died and i hope that everything will soon be better for you...
Bridgette Martinez
September 11, 2002
@)->---- In loving memory of all the Martinez's and all the other lives lost a year ago today. My prayers are with you.
Robert & Lisa Martinez
Lisa Martinez
May 20, 2002
I miss you my love.... I'll see you soon.
Robert Martinez- the day he tatooed my name (Lisa) on his arm.
Lisa Martinez
April 16, 2002
This grief is overwhelming. I think about the first time that we spoke on the phone and how we clicked instantly. I think about how we met and how we became so attached to one another. It was truly love at first sight. I can’t stop thinking about his eyes; the way that he would always look at me and tell me that he loved me. The way that he loved me was so deep and unconditional. He admired everything I did. The slightest little things I did would make him run over and start hugging or kissing me; like my giggle, or if I lied in bed and wiggled my toes, or even as I cooked dinner in the kitchen I could feel him staring at me. He would come up from behind me and give me a big bear hug and kiss my neck. He was always telling me how much he loved me and how beautiful I was to him. He would write me love letters all the time, as a reminder of how much I meant to him; as if his numerous phone calls weren’t enough. He tattooed my name on his arm to show me that he was mine forever. He showered me with affection and when I felt that I was alone, he would rescue me emotionally and was always by my side. At times when I needed to cry, he would sit quietly and listen and just hold me. I never felt that I was bothering him or annoying him with my problems, he always made me feel comfortable to talk to about anything and everything. He was my best friend, my soul-mate, the love of my life. If I had tedious or unpleasant errands to run, he was right by my side keeping me company. The summer of 2001, we went out to eat often, and every weekend we went to amusement parks, pools, beaches, and fishing with his son and my 2 children. We were one big happy family and always together. I went to his softball games and we took long romantic walks in Times Square.
The evening before the tragedy he and I didn’t spend too much time together. I fell asleep early and he stayed up watching the game. The morning of September 11th he said a few things to me about the alarm clock…he was upset because I made him late by turning it off….and then he rushed off to work. I didn't think anything of it at the time because we would have lunch everyday, so I just figured that i would apologize when I saw him. That morning was the last time I saw him. I feel so empty inside, it’s like he took a part of me with him.
His remains were recovered last week, and we buried him yesterday. My heart is now in his grave.
Rest in Peace my darling angel. I will love you forever, and I will see you when I get there.
Love Always, your fiance',
Lisa Martinez
March 1, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON ROBERT'
GABRIEL MARTINEZ AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS SON ...FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY WE HAVE ANOTHER SUBWAY
SERIES FOR ROBERT ....MAY JESUS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN..AMEN
Teresa Jahn
December 22, 2001
America Cries
We see your sorrow-
and our hearts cry....
We can not erase your pain
but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-
-the American people-
are beside you.
We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,
the strength that gives you courage,
and the words to lighten your spirits.
And when we are left speechless
may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts
to ease your sorrow.
May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-
-the American people-
face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn
Dixon, IL
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