New York, New York
At Long Last, a Broker
Mark Petrocelli toyed with the idea of becoming a guidance counselor, a teacher or a firefighter like his father. But he got hooked by the hurly-burly of the commodities trading floor and chose a raucous occupation that members of his close- knit circle in Staten Island say seemed out of character for a kindhearted man who loved entertaining his friends and family. "People would say, 'I can't believe that's what he does for a living,' " said his wife, Nicole.
After six years as a phone clerk delivering orders to the brokers in the pit, Mr. Petrocelli, who was two days short of his 29th birthday, had finally become a broker himself, starting in his new position just days before the attack.
The Petrocellis normally had breakfast together before he left for work at the World Financial Center, where his job with Carr Futures was based. But on Sept. 10, Mr. Petrocelli told his wife that he planned to leave the house at 6:30 a.m. the next morning to go to the World Trade Center. It was his first brokers' meeting, he said, and he did not want to be late.
Happy belated birthday my friend. You are always on our hearts and minds. Give your dad a big hug for me. We love you and miss you. -Anthony
Anthony Nuzzolo
September 30, 2024 | Friend
22 years ago today.....seems almost unbelievable so much time has passed. The memories of that awful day are forever etched in the minds of us who witnessed it. Sending love along with wishes for God's continued blessings and peace to all who knew and loved Mark.
Patti Boyd
September 11, 2023 | TX
Well, I don't know you, but I had read every entry in this guest book a year or two ago, remembered Mark's story today, and here I am back again. Seems Mark has touched my life, yet I never met him. I'm so, so, so sorry he was there on that dreadful day. My heart is so heavy with sadness at this special life that was senselessly lost, and all the heartache suffered by his loved ones since. But, as you know, the soul is forever. I'm sure he has been guiding you since he crossed over into the...
Sara
September 11, 2022 | Westchester, NY
23 years ago today I married my best friend. I wish you could have stayed with me forever. I sometimes still can´t even believe it. It´s been such a very long time but when I see your picture I am right back there with you. I love that feeling. I will hol
Nicole LaMorte
December 04, 2021 | New York City
Ginger , I’m so sorry to hear about. Al may he Rest In Peace Father an son are together ! Love. Missy
December 03, 2021
Remembered By
Missy the. Hairdresser Pelinkovic
December 03, 2021 | Brick, NJ | Friend
Mark & The Gang LBI
Well, it's been 20 years and it still sucks. I found this picture and tried to brighten it up for ya. We miss you and not a day goes by where we don't think about you or hear that cackle-like laugh of yours. Hopefully, someday we can all laugh together again. We all miss you brother. The world needs more Mark and Al Petrocelli's right about now. Happy Birthday.
Love Always,
Your old pal Ant.
Anthony Nuzzolo
September 13, 2021 | Matawan, NJ | Friend
Thinking of you all, as I so often do. I always think about Mark's laugh. That's how I remember him. I think about Ginger and Al's grace and faith. And I think about the deep love you all had for each other and for those of us you invited into your home and hearts for so many years. I heard the StoryCorps recording this AM and I loved hearing your voices.
Angela Stassi
September 11, 2020 | Friend
I heard a story about Mark on NPR this morning and it was very touching. To hear a father and mother remember their son this way really spoke to my heart. I am History teacher in St. Louis MO. I was very sorry to hear of the passing of Mark's father due to COVID. My prayers are with Ginger today as you remember these two men in your life.
Please know that today my students will all be choosing a person who passed away on 9/11 and writing on their legacy wall and praying for...
Scott Akerson
September 11, 2020 | Saint Louis, MO | Acquaintance