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Remembering John on the 20th anniversary of 9/11...
Cindy Roe
September 12, 2021 | Galesburg, MI
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John Fiorito
Stamford, Connecticut
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Send FlowersAttention for 'Little Johnny'
John Fiorito loved the sun and fishing and wide open spaces. He also loved working as a broker at Cantor Fitzgerald. But he loved nothing more than being a husband and a father. At home, his wife, Karen, says, he was meticulous. Each night, he carefully pressed his clothes. Each morning, he used special clippers to groom his mustache.
At 40, he gave the same kind of attention to his 6-year-old son, "little Johnny," who three years ago was found to have leukemia.
He loved trains and boats because that is what little Johnny loved. And when his son needed special care, the family moved closer to a good hospital, where little Johnny would eventually receive a successful bone marrow transplant. Mr. Fiorito -- or "Johnny Fever" as some of his friends jokingly botched his name -- also loved surprises. He proposed to his future wife in 1987, at a dinner atop the World Trade Center. A waiter brought her ring on a silver platter. "John was fidgeting that night," she said. "After he gave the waiter the ring, I think he was worried he'd never come back with it."
And after 11 years of marriage, one of the biggest surprises was that he never forgot how to be tender. "Till the end, he always held my hand," his wife said. "And he always complimented me on how beautiful he thought I looked. I don't know if every husband does that; but he did."
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I was a classmate and friend of John's at Columbia University, Class of 1982.
On the 20th anniversary of the 911 tragedy, John's memory dominates my thoughts. I'd like to extend heartfelt condolences to his his wife and family.
Rest in peace, buddy.
Gregory Tino
September 11, 2021 | Havertown, PA | Classmate
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To The Family & Friends of Mr. Fiorito,
What great tributes have been written about John!
I am so sorry for the loss of such a special person in your life.
When these tragedies occur we often wonder, why bad things happen to good people?
You can find comfort in knowing that pain & sorrow were never Gods original purpose for families!
Soon "His will will be done on earth as in heaven." He will restore peace and unity to mankind!
He will not forget our...
Elvia Ferrell
March 24, 2015 | Manhattan, NY
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You are missed all of the time my dear friend. I will never forget you.
Your forever friend,
Cathy Cerrato
September 11, 2014
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John was a business associate who turned into a friend. I met him when he was just starting his career, went to his wedding, spoke to him as his son went through treatment, and sadly was at his memorial service. I can't say I knew him that well, but the images of his family pulling together to get through the horror of his loss is something that has stuck with me and, I hope, made me a better father.
I still think of John often. He brought energy and a great sense of humor to...
Andy McCormick
December 04, 2012 | Baltimore, MD
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Thinking of you today and always my dearest friend. You are always in my heart.
Cathy Cerrato
September 11, 2012
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I also met John @ WMC while I was a nurse taking care of Johnny. He will Always be remembered by the staff as a loving father and husband. They were and have been one of the most memorable families in my career. We were graced to know him. When I met him I never knew I would meet my husband who was FDNY and also at the towers shortly after. Rest with the angels John.
Pat Calvano
September 11, 2012 | Fort Myers, FL
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i met john when i was working at agip in the 80's. we stayed in touch on and off n somewhere along the line lost track of one another. last year i went home to nyc and visited the memorial with my mom and niece. shockingly, i found john's name on the wall. i was sickened and saddened to know he was gone. he, so full of life and spunk. today i read the tribute and found out about little johnny, and the marriage proposal at the wtc. my heart goes out to karen and johnny. there are no words to...
Michele Rizzo
September 11, 2012 | Houston, TX
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I met John and his wife, Karen, when I was working as a Unit Secretary at the hospital where their son was. I will always remember John and Karen walking down the corridor holding hands. I think of John, Karen, and Johnny every 9/11.
Marilyn Bush
September 10, 2012 | Yonkers, NY
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