New York, New York
A Thing About Cats
"She had this thing with cats; she'd pick up stray cats and she'd bring them home, and she'd make them into house pets," Daryl DiMiceli said about his friend Chantal Vincelli. "She'd keep them in the bathroom until they got used to her, and then take them out to meet the other cats. She'd kind of rotate them through."
Ms. Vincelli, 38, was at the World Trade Center setting up for a trade show for DataSynapse Inc., where she was director of member services. But there were two jobs she dreamed about, another friend, Barry Lamm, recalled: personal assistant for Bill Clinton, and talk-show host.
Mr. Lamm spent New Year's Eve 1999 with Ms. Vincelli in her native Montreal. "Everyone was screaming `Happy New Year,' but she carried around a big apple that read `Happy New Year, Times Square. We love you!' "
After Sept. 11, Ms. Vincelli's friends found homes for the 17 cats found in her Harlem apartment.
Hello again, Just to let you know after all them years, I still think about you at this time what else can we say, You will always be miss and rememberd
Ginette Cournoyer
September 10, 2025
I did not know her, but she helped an elderly downstairs neighbor with the cats. I helped a little. This was the building on 95th street. Since then, I have rescued 75 cats and this time of year, I always think of her. Many condolences to family, I know the pain doesn't go away.
Anon
September 09, 2025
Hi again Chantal. This year I made a trip to New York City on vacation and It was very important for me to visit you and find your name on the mural. Very touching moment. A few tears were shed, Well even though it has been that many years, i Will always remember you. Rest in Peace my friend
Ginette Cournoyer
September 11, 2024 | Saint-Constant, QC | Friend
I remember you Chantal every time I make that same sound you made describing your cats, with mine. You are a unique soul that I imagine where you are caring for our beloved kitties, along with yours, until we all meet again. You are loved, and remembered.
Lisa MacDonald
September 13, 2023 | San Francisco, CA | Friend
My GUARDIAN ANGEL ...... I think of you everyday of my life. You saved my life and my best friends life ( Steven ) that day by telling us to leave at 8AM. Love you Chantal !!!!
ralph silvestri
September 12, 2023 | Coconut Creek, FL
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Ginette Cournoyer
September 11, 2023 | Saint-Constant, QC | Friend
Remembering you today Chantal. Feeding the strays. I hope yours are all with you now. Your beautiful spirit is not forgotten.
Sherry
September 11, 2023 | MO
Every year I remember
Antonio vincelli
September 10, 2022 | Friend
Tu ne seras jamais oubliée. ❤ ta phrase magique que j'utilise encore: " And you are?" LOVE it.
Isabelle Rivas
September 12, 2021 | Shawinigan, QC | Coworker
