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James Quinn Obituary
Since childhood, when he sneaked train rides to the hotel where the ball players stayed, James Quinn would find a way to be at the center of the action, and he had dozens of photographs to prove it. There was Jimmy with Wayne Gretzky, Jimmy with Michael Jordan, Jimmy with Will Smith. "You never knew how he would get in," said Noreen Quinn, his mother. "He would just walk in like he belonged."
But he was interested in less famous people too, and closely followed the basketball career of his younger brother Joseph, a West Point cadet. Though James, 23, loved the excitement of being a fledgling trader at Cantor Fitzgerald, he did not mind entertaining a young cousin or an elderly aunt.
Late one night when he was a teenager, his mother remembered, he called to say he had gotten a ride to the end of the Marine Parkway Bridge. When she arrived to pick him up on the Brooklyn side, she discovered the bridge was closed for construction. But there came Jimmy; he had persuaded the workers to radio to those on the other side to let him across, telling them his mother was waiting.
"I really thought he would come out of the darkness this time," she said. "I really did."
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Memories and Condolences
for James Quinn
S.J. Friscia III
January 19, 2020
In Memory
With Honor & Respect.
Carol Williams
November 1, 2016
I "met" Jimmy Quinn on a bitter cold morning in 2001 when my eye was drawn like a magnet to a piece of bright green poster board containing a happy birthday message.
Jimmy is remembered each year on September 11th, and on occassions when I hear that last name. This past week's episode of Blue Bloods used the name Jimmy Quinn, and seconds later the camera focused on a photo of the twin towers - I doubt it was a coincident. This caused me to again look up his name in a search engine, which resulted in my reading an online article by Joe (Joe, thank you for your service). I continue to pray for the hearts of Jimmy's family members.
Quinn Hayes (great great grandson of Jimmy's great grandmother) in his 15th Annual Mets Game shirt salutes Jimmy.
Douglas F Korves
September 13, 2016
September 12, 2016
So sad, so many lives lost. You are in our thoughts.
Barbara and Jack OConnor
Thomas Quinn
September 11, 2016
Maybe us "Quinn's" should stick together. I saw James' name in granite at the NYC site ON TV on ESPN on 9/11/16 @ 10:14 am MDT. I got to thinking about his life, because my first cousin has nearly the same name: James Eugene Quinn. I, too, had been a stockbroker for 12 years. Thomas Patrick Quinn, Lakewood, CO born 1954.
Blaise Grippa
September 11, 2016
God Bless You, Jimmy!
Charles Quinn
September 11, 2016
GOD BLESS!
March 16, 2016
I posted a tribute to Jimmy on Sept. 8, 2002. Tonight I was thinking about 9/11 again and remembered all of the senseless victims. As time recedes I hope we always remember.
Barbara & Jack OConnor
September 12, 2014
Another year has passed . . . .we think of you still.
Jimmys Flag in Georgia
Bob Quinn
September 11, 2014
Thinking of you cousin today as we always do. Treys High School, Cambridge High, here in Georgia, has a name on a flag posted in the Memorial Garden for you. You are always in our thoughts and prayers! By the way, you must have lost a bet with Saint Peter twice now, as the Met's lost this year as well as that twenty inning game last year for your remembrance game. Don't tick him off too much, the rest of us Quinns would like to get into heaven someday! Until we meet again, know we all love you!
John Bradley
September 16, 2013
I rode for you James on September 11th 2013. Your name proudly displayed on my helmet as I rode in the 2 Million Bikes to DC ride. You are and will not be forgotten.
September 12, 2013
Remembering your life on this sad anniversary. Prayers for your family and loved ones.
Trisha Lanese
September 11, 2013
Time has passed but you are not forgotten. We all miss you and would do anything to hear another famous Jimmy Quinn story. I feel fortunate to have called you my friend. May you rest in peace. Until we meet again JQ #1
James Detamore
September 11, 2013
James Francis Quinn. We celebrate your life every Sept 11th by flying your Freedom Field Flag, and also on other special occasions. You will continue to be an inspiration to many, thanks for being an inspiration for me.
Barbara & Jack OConnor
September 11, 2013
Thinking of you and your family, Jimmy. Our daughter Erin named our grandchild Nora Quinn, in your memory.
David Shamoun
September 11, 2013
Red - I knew you as a youngster (JHS). You were the kid from Good Shepherd that hung out with us St. Thomas boys. You were immediately part of our team. When I heard you passed in the Trade Center collapse, my heart shook... you were a bright light in a dull place. 12 years after the attacks, I still think of you . RIP.
September 11, 2013
I am in a classroom in North Carolina, we are doing an assignment on different people who passed on 9/11/01. I chose your name. Prayers go out to you and your family. God bless you.
September 11, 2013
Miss you Jimmy...was blessed to grow up with you, if only for a little while...RIP
Leilani Farol
September 11, 2013
Always the smiling face on campus. Your smile will never been forgotten Jimmy.
God Bless.
TJ Munday
September 11, 2013
Thinking of you and your family today. God Bless
September 11, 2013
Jimmy!!!!!!!!!!! I miss you! xoxoxoxo
Blaise Grippa
September 10, 2013
Jimmy,
God Bless you my friend.
We will never forget you.
Howard & Sue Goldberg
November 29, 2012
My wife and I were in NYC 12/21/01, and we went down to the site. There were pictures of loved ones everywhere. We saw Jimmy's photo on a green background, someone wishing him a happy 24th birthday. We took a photo of the shrine, and we have put it into our screen-savers. Anytime we get a glimpse of that green background, we always say, "There's Jimmy." He is in our thoughts every day.
We just want his family to know that others are thinking of Jimmy. I can guarantee we will never forget him.
All our love,
Howard and Sue Goldberg
Cambridge, MA
Dave O'neill
September 4, 2012
a moment for James.
Anne Detamore
May 25, 2012
My husband, Jim and I paid our respects at the Healing Field held in Grand Rapids, MI this past September 2011. Afterwards, we received the flag that honored your son on that field.
Please know it is flying proudly outside our home and we will continue to remember James who was,by all accounts, a wonderful young man! We so love his spirit for life.
If I can send pictures of the field, I will. We know he is dearly missed by all his family and friends. I hope it helps to know he continues to touch the hearts of people. He certainly has a place in ours.
Sincerely,
Anne Detamore
Trisha Lanese
January 1, 2012
Quinny, it's 1/1/12, I'm sitting here thinking about how many people miss you. We were the lucky ones who got to be apart of your life. Wishing you were here! Xoxo
Dottie Berzins
September 12, 2011
I had the honor of singing the Mozart Requiem yesterday with a community choir of 150 singers who came together to remember those who died on September 11, 2001. At the bottom of the last page of each program was the name of one of the victims, with a request to keep that person in your prayers. James Francis Quinn was the name on my program. It seemed only fitting to see if I could learn a bit about him.
Although I never met him, he seems like a young man who loved life and lived every moment to the fullest. There is no doubt that he has been greatly missed and will continue to be by family and friends.
Please know that I will keep James and his loved ones in my prayers.
Shannon Quinn
September 11, 2011
On September 2, 2010 while in NYC on business, I visited St. Patrick's cathedral for Saturday mass. It was beautiful as usual, but a little emotional for me as I was going through a tough time in my personal life. While praying at mass that day I asked God to give me a sign that everything was going to be ok and the decisions I made were right. After mass I went to meet some friends at the World Trade Center visitor building for a tour. What an emotional experience, not to mention while looking at the list of people who lost their lives, I spotted the name of James F.Quinn. That stood out of the list because "QUINN" is also my last name and Jimmy was the only Quinn on this list. I said a short prayer and proceeded to the check out to purchase a book for my boys. While checking out the cashier had asked if I would be interested in purchasing a "Memory Bracelet" She also expressed that you can not request a name on the bracelet and that only one had been made for each person that lost their life on 9/11. I grabbed a blue felt bag that had the bracelet in it...made my purchase and left. While standing outside , I opened the felt bag and became speechless when reading; James F.Quinn on the bracelet. What were the chances? It was that moment that I knew God was giving me the sign. I have worn this bracelet every day since September 2,2010...and I wear it with pride. I've read a few articles online about Jimmy, what a loss, but what a tremendous impression he made on people. and what a great person he was. His love for baseball, friends and family. I couldn't be more proud to wear this bracelet everyday in honor of him . Today I think about Jimmy and pray for all his family and friends. May God Bless you all!
Douglas Korves
September 11, 2011
Hello Noreen and Family,
This day changed so many.
I touch his name on the subway tile in the Union Square Station transverse every time I walk through. The first time I saw the tile, I lettered DKNY on it so that it was special.
I lettered his name on a white ribbon that said "Remember To Love" and hung it from the gates at St. Paul's Church this year.
He will always be missed, but always loved.
Elizabeth De Luca
September 11, 2011
I remember the energy you created as an MC for our Manhattan College basketball games. I remember your energy and drive-I am sorry you are gone.
September 11, 2011
As I am listening to the names being read on the 10th anniversary of this tragedy, the name James Francis Quinn was read. It was takin aback because this was the name of my grandfather, I do not know if we were related but I feel compelled to send my sympathy to your family and would be proud to have called you a relative. You sounded like a wonderful man. My deepest sorrow. Loretta Leary New York
peter russo
September 11, 2011
Quinny I remember like yesterday I would mess around with you in the hallways of Xaverian & watching you taking jumpers in the gym. You were the smallest one out there but you had the heart of a lion. RIP my man.
KATHLEEN THOMPSON-CAHILL
September 11, 2011
I WATCHED THE TOWERS GO DOWN ON THAT AWFUL DAY ON THE TELEVISION. OUT OF RESPECT FOR ALL I WATCH THE MEMORIAL EVERY YEAR FROM BEGINING TO END. WHEN I HEARD THE NAME. I THOUGHT HE MAY HAVE BEEN A NEPHEW BY MY FIRST MARRIAGE THE AGE WAS NOT RIGHT. GOD BLESS JAMES AND ALL THE FAMILIES OF THOSE WHO SUFFERED THE AWFUL LOSS. GOD BLESS US ALL AND AMERICA EVERY DAY.
September 11, 2011
Jimmy - On the 10th anniversary of incredible sadness and loss, we are thinking of you.
Uncle Jim, Susan and Mary Catherine
Trisha Lanese
May 3, 2011
I can see Quinn celebrating the death of Osama by throwing #1's, I miss him
Shelly Gurosko
August 25, 2010
I am so sorry that you are gone but I feel comforted knowing that someone so wonderful is watching over us all.
Paul Berger
September 11, 2009
Miss you Jimmy.
Melissa Deierlein
September 11, 2009
So it's been eight years now, JQ. Thinking of you today...and missing you.
Prayers for the Quinn family, today and every day.
Mike Buckley
September 10, 2009
Jimmy - You are always in our thoughts and minds buddy.
Bob Quinn Jr.
April 12, 2009
I don't think a week goes by, that I don't think of you and the last conversation we had at Peters Wedding. We keep a picture of you in the main house in Georgia next to Grandma and Grandpa. I tell my kids every year we will attend your Memorial game at Shea Stadium, and every year shamefully we missed it. Either because I could not get leave from the Army or Trey had his therapy camp. This year, I am now fully retired from work and Treys therapy has been pushed into July, so we are finally going to honor you and your family by coming to the Memorial Baseball game this year. I have always gone by the Trade Center and have quietly left flowers and a card when I have travelled home to NYC. I have also lit a candle at Saint Patricks and attend mass, then I usually walk down and past Madison Suare Garden and think about the way you attend the Sports dinner. Jimmy, there is always a smile in remebering you. You will always be missed and you will always be in our hearts as your spirit, your zeal for life, lives in all of us. Remebering you cousin.
Veronica Roberts
February 26, 2009
I just want to let you know that we remember Jimmy Quinn every year when I attend The Cadets Baseball Awards Dinner. I tell the kids to remember my son Michael and Jimmy Quinn, both former Cadets who lost their lives on September 11, 2001. I am honored to say his name.
Sincerely, Veronica Roberts,
Mother of FF Michael Roberts,
Eng 214
Dear Quinn family. I am a police officer in Ohio who was recently assigned to the k9 bomb detection team. My k9, Qquinn, was named after James. Please feel free to contact me for additional information. God Bless
Mike Lawson
October 18, 2008
September 11, 2008
Jimmy was so energetic and eager to live life so early on. Seven years later Jimmy's energy lives on.
Jenny Maloney
September 11, 2008
Jimmy was a person who cherished his life. I think of Jimmy every day to remind myself to always cherish my life.
MPS
September 11, 2008
Jimmy and Family- Always remebered, forever honored.
May the road rise up to meet you!
Teresa McPherson
September 11, 2008
Thinking of you today. May you know your child, brother, loved one will never be forgotten.
Melissa Deierlein
September 11, 2008
Thinking of you today Quinny! Miss you....God Bless!!
Forever Sorry
September 11, 2008
Praying for you and your family! You will never be forgotten!
January 27, 2008
Dear Quinn Family,
James's face is so full of goodness and love. I could see that he was someone who was graced with the Holy Spirit. He certainly knew the secret for being winner in the game of life.
I was very sick one year for the 9/11 service and while my family attended I recall lying in bed feeling hopeless and full of sorrow. There was much talk about the memorial being compromised. As I looked wearily at the T.V. James's brother came up to read his name and shouted and "Don't worry James we are taking back the memorial!" My God I thought how extremely proud James would be. You were still able to give him a voice. In fact, you gave every victim that day a voice. It seems that all of the Quinn's appear to share the same winning spirit. I wish you all many blessings. May Jimmy's purity and enthusiasm for life continue to live on in others.
With warmest regards,
Nicole Tzemis sister of beloved Jennifer Lynn Tzemis
Kristine
March 5, 2007
As I cross-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.
P Tabbernor
February 6, 2007
In memory....
Dana Lama
October 20, 2006
I met Jimmy through my sister and I didn't know him very well but from what I could tell he was a very special person. He truly enjoyed making people smile. I lost my boyfriend 9/11 and I know how painful this must be for his family. I just wanted to let them know that Jimmy, his family & friends will be forever in my thoughts, prayers and heart.
God Bless.
Melissa Deierlein
September 11, 2006
I miss you quinny! 5 years later I still can't believe you are gone...you will forever be in my heart!
Teresa McPherson
September 11, 2006
I listened for Jimmy's name this morning, but never heard it. You are still in our prayers.
Kevin Farrell
September 10, 2006
God bless Jimmy and the entire Quinn family.
Mark Peress
February 23, 2005
Spring Training is underway.
Mets are coming to town.
Quinny - you come to mind.
I miss that you youthful optimism you always brought.
Jared Joven
February 23, 2005
Michael,
My thoughts and prayers to you and your family for Jimmy.
--Jared
Christina Spalla - McMeel
December 23, 2004
Even though I never met you, I still pray for you and your family along with all of the other victims and their families. I will be lighting a unity candle for you at X-Mas Eve mass.
May the road rise to meet you,
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm on your face,
The rain fall softly on your fields;
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of his hand.
Christina Spalla - McMeel
Don Pollard
September 21, 2004
You are truly missed Quinny.
Teresa Bell
September 11, 2004
I am Hayden Quinn's grandmother,Sue's mother. You meant so much to him. He always speaks of you as a loss in his life he can't understand. I feel so much for his family.
Lori Bell-Montgomery
September 11, 2004
My sister Sue Bell is married to Tom Quinn Jr., Jimmy Quinn's first cousin. Although I only met Jimmy Quinn briefly at Sue and Tom's wedding, he is family that I am proud to be connected to. After reading all of the beautiful words and tributes here, we are all connected.
Much love out on this day and always...
Lori, Jim, Jenna Montgomery
Teresa McPherson
September 11, 2004
Dear Quinn family,
I, too, visited NY in July, 2002 and saw the picture of your son and brother, Jimmy, with a message wishing him a happy birthday. I, too was compelled to take a picture of it and is in my 9/11 scrapbook. Today, as I do every year, I listened for his name as it was called out at the memorials. Maybe it is because he was the age of my nephew as my nephew worked in a large high rise building in Chicago on 9/11. Maybe it is because I have a brother named Jimmy. Maybe it is because I have a face to go with a name that represents all we lost that day. For whatever reason, he and your family will always be on my mind. My prayers and thoughts go out to you today.
Kevin Farrell
September 10, 2004
Be good Quinny. You and your family are in my thoughts tomorrow and everyday.
Joseph Quinn
March 16, 2004
I found the web site on which your son was listed and found the small biography. I was raised in Rutherford NJ and am the son of John Quinn and Rosina McDermott both immigrants in the 20's. I attended Seton Hall and noticed your son went to Manhattan. I am so sorry for your loss and felt your words about his coming out of the darkness that day.
Thank you for raising such sons. I am a fomer Naval Officer and served in Vietnam. I assume by now your other son has graduated from West Point. May God bless you and your famly. I am so sorry for your loss.
Kelly Powers
September 11, 2003
Jimmy, I knew you for a brief time at Manahattan College, but you left a lasting impression on me. You were the sweetest guy I knew. I did not find out of this tragedy until recently. And, even more recent, I found out you worked with my cousin, Marisa, at Cantor.
I will be lighting a candle in your memory tonight at the Los Angeles tribute @ the Museum of Tolerance.
Lisa Langsdorf
August 12, 2003
For the year that the memorial was posted at the church on Broadway, I would purposely pass on my way to the subway on my way home from work to look at the pictures and to deal with my own grief of having experienced 9/11 so closely. I would often pass by your photo--it would always catch my eye, because you had such a great smile on your face. I could tell that you were the type of person that left a wonderful impression on people, and you still are, even after you are gone.
Manhattan College Friend
June 15, 2003
"No Farewell words were spoken
No time to say goodbye
You were gone before we knew it
and only god knows why
our hearts still ache in sadness
and secret tears still flow
what it meant to loose you
no one can ever know"
Jimmy I miss you and Love you! There is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you!
CHRISTINA SPALLA
April 9, 2003
To the Quinn Family - I was in NY visiting the fenced area by Ground Zero where I came across Jimmys picture. I thought I would be able to be strong but as soon as I saw the picture I broke down, it was so moving. I took a picture of it and when my mother was looking through the pictures of my NY trip, she bursted into tears as well. Someone so beautiful and full of life, the same age as myself. That is one of my pictures I will always cherish the most. Although I may not know you just know strangers as far as Chicago feel your sorrow. Im so sorry for your loss. Your family along with all the other families will always be in my prayers and never forgotten.
Love, Christina Spalla
Colleen Corrigan
April 2, 2003
Dear Quinn Family,
My name is Colleen Corrigan and I am a teacher with Jame's brother Mike Quinn. Mike and I have shared many stories about James and my father-in-law, also named James and who also lost his life on 9/11. I was on my honeymoon when the disaster happened and it wasn't until weeks later that I returned to NY to work. I remember seeing pictures of people all over the place and the one I remember most was James Quinn. I remember his face because he was so young, so beautiful and he looked like the person who would always be the life of the party. When I saw his picture, I remember thinking that he looked like someone my friends and I would have been friends with -- and then I thought about how many friends he must have left behind. Mike recently showed me a picture of him and I clearly remembered that day as if it were yesterday. I also read a beautiful article that Mike had written about his brother and I was moved to tears. I am glad that I have gotten to know a little bit about James through Mike. It truly is a small world. May God Bless James and your family.
Liz
January 8, 2003
I would like to express my condolences to the Quinn Family I did not know Jimmy but he sounded like a wonderful person. I was visiting New York in May of 2002 and during my visit I came across Jimmy's picture on the fence a few moments later his brother had arrived to make sure his brothers picture was in good condition that touched my heart. As he spoke of his brother he brought tears to my eyes. I would like to express my condolences to you and your family.
James Walsh
December 22, 2002
Dear Quinn Family,
I wish you the best of memories during the holiday season. Jimmy was the best gift in the world, he was a unique individual who would light up the room with just his appearance. Anyone that ever had the luck to know Jimmy Quinn knew how truelly special he was, Jimmy you live on through our hearts and memories. God Bless the Quinn family and all those that need the comfort during the holidays.
James Walsh
Cindy Kawie
November 26, 2002
My daughter works across the street from the wtc. I went down to visit her two weeks ago and we walked around the site and came to a fence where Jim's picture was posted. As I reached out to touch it, for a brief moment, a feeling came over me as if I knew him. I have thought about him many times in the past two weeks and felt I must send my sincere condolences to his family. I am so sorry he and all the others are gone. I hope you take some comfort in knowing how many people think of you daily. God Bless You.
Robert Trihy
November 7, 2002
My deepest sympathy to the Quinn family. You're in my thoughts and prayers often. May God continue to shine his light and love through you, and keep you safe.
anonymous
November 6, 2002
I think it’s obvious by the letters on this site how many people wish they could have known you. I was one of the lucky people that came across your path 2 or 3 times. The second time I saw you, you wore a light blue button down shirt with khaki pants. We were both going to the same end-of-the-year party for some grad students, it was May, 2001. I knew who you were and never expected that you would remember me. And to my surprise, you came right over to me and gave me a kiss on the cheek and said, “Hello, how have you been?” I smiled and thought, wow, what a sincerely caring person, you remembered me only from having spoken to me once briefly. Jimmy, I didn’t know you well, but learn more and more about you every day, you’d be amazed at how famous you’ve gotten down here! Seems everywhere I turn there’s a picture of you (I’m the one that waves to you in the morning in Union Square), or an article or a comic strip in the paper about you, or a baseball or basketball game or a golf outing dedicated to you, or a street being named after you. You are loved and missed by so many people; I am so happy that I had the chance to know you, even if it was only for a short time. I hope things are going well for you up there, Happy Birthday!
Stephanie
October 2, 2002
I never knew you but I see your picture every morning on my way to work. There is a picture of you on the fence at Ground Zero. When my bus stops at the light, I look out the window and there you are. I say a prayer for you every time.
Blaise Grippa
September 16, 2002
Jimmy,
You are an awesome person! Everybody loved you at Manhattan College. Their wasn't a person that didn't know who Jimmy Quinn was at school. You will be sorely missed...I pray for you and your family everyday...God Bless you Jimmy.
Annie McCarthy
September 14, 2002
My apologies, Jimmy graduated from Manhattan College in 1999, not 1998.
May he never be forgotten.
Prayers to him, his family, and all the victims and families.
Annie McCarthy
September 12, 2002
I did not have the opportunity to know Jimmy since I am a junior at Manhattan College now, in 2002, and he graduated in 1998. But, I have heard and read so much about him that I wish I could reach into heaven to meet him. To picture him walking around this campus, to see him up at Fenwick's, or down on Broadway. His picture is above the door in the Sports Office where he will never be forgotten, as he was the basketball manager. Life is too short and Jimmy sounds like he made the most of every precious minute of it. God bless him.
Erica Disharoon
September 12, 2002
I visited New York in May 2002. I was taking pictures of the memorials that people had left to their loved ones and friends. I happened to take a picture of the memorial to Jimmy Quinn. I also, like someone else mentioned, think of him when I think of this great tragedy. To see the picture of him he is so young and looks so happy in this photo it makes me cry to think of what happened to him and how his family has suffered. God bless all the victim's and their family's. May God bless us all.
E J
September 11, 2002
In April I finally visited the site of the World Trade Centers. I took my camera with me and photographed the thousands of pictures and memoirs left around the gate of the church. The one picture that struck me most was the "Happy Birthday Jimmy Quinn" sign. His face is the first to appear in my mind when I think of September 11th, even though I never knew him. Recently, I have looked at information about him and realized that he was a wonderful young man. I am so sorry to his family and friends and offer all of my love and support. May God keep you safe and help you continue to be strong and keep the memory of Jimmy strong and alive. Only by remembering the victims of this attack and by keeping the spirit of the heros and victims who died strong, can we make it so that we win the war against terriorism. They did NOT die in vain, they died for a cause greater than anything that this nation has seen before. God speed Jimmy Quinn.
lauren (friend's cousin)
September 11, 2002
I didn't know quinn very well but the couple of times that i have met him-he was someone i truly looked up to. The first time i met him was in the cantor box at the garden, he invited my cousin to watch the syracuse/uconn game and my cousin brought me along, he was so full of life and just seemed like he was the happiest in the world, i remember thinking to myself, i hope i am as lucky as him when i graduate to be as happy and successful as this guy. While his luck was cut way too short, he is lucky to have accomplished what he had at such a young age and to be as loved as he obviously was and always will be. Good Bless and Rest in peace
Friend Friend
September 11, 2002
God Bless You! I pray that your family can find comfort. All of you are in my thoughts.
kevin clyne
September 11, 2002
I did not know Jimmy very well, but I remember always being impressed by him. My heart breaks for you and your family today, and my prayers go out to you every day. Your loss is truly the world's loss. God bless you and God Bless America.
ROY KAPLAN
September 11, 2002
MY MEMORIES OF JIMMY ARE OF THE YOUNG LITTLE BOY WHO USED TO VISIT MY HOME TO PLAY WITH MY BROTHER, FRANK. HE WOULD ALWAYS ASK ME TO PLAY A SONG FOR HIM, AND HE WOULD BECOME VERY EXCITED WHEN I PLAYED IT. HE WAS SO ENERGETIC, AND A VERY INFECTIOUS SMILE. ALTHOUGH I HAD NOT SEEN JIMMY IN A FEW YEARS, THESE MEMORIES ALWAYS STUCK WITH ME. JIMMY, STAY IN PEACE.
Will Brown
September 8, 2002
I lived in New York until September 18 when I moved to Washington. I remember walking around Union Square a few days after the attacks and saw a picture of Jimmy Quinn. If I remember correctly, the picture showed Jimmy at Christmas, standing on the staircase of a house, and making a "raise the roof" gesture with his arms. He was wearing or holding a New York Subway T-Shirt, which he had presumably just received as a gift. For some reason that picture was the one I remembered more than any from the very sad Union Square scene.
Then, visiting Ground Zero on a bitterly cold December day, I saw the "Happy Birthday Jimmy Quinn" tribute poster, which was incredibly moving.
Then, finally, I was in Las Vegas in August, and saw Jimmy's name on a wall of tribute outside the New York New York hotel.
I worked at the World Financial Center until September 7, 2001. I was spared the horror of being close to the terrible events of that day. However, I was affected deeply by the events and still feel a deep sense of sadness every day.
I know how great it felt to work down at the Trade Center; I had many good times down there. I know Jimmy did also.
I give my sympathy to Jimmy's family on this difficult anniversary.
fred katz
August 24, 2002
To all
Jim's memorial on Broadway shows up
in both of my sets of slides from my 2 visits to New York. Last Dec and in July 2002. He humanises for
all here who haven't been, what 9/11
shattered. I think of Jim, even tho I never knew him as the ONE who sticks out as his memorial is in so many of my pics from both site visits. Rest in Peace Jimmy...
and may God give strength those
who knew you in life that they
may live in peace as well as long as they walk the face of our planet
God Bless you and your family
August 6, 2002
Every time I drive across the Marine Parkway Bridge I think of you and your family.
May God bless you.
Kristina Cashion
July 5, 2002
To the Loved One's of Jimmy Quinn,
On a recent return trip to NYC to look at law schools, I took a trip to Ground Zero not only to see what had done to my heart's home but to bring the reality of what happened home to my friends and family via pictures. When I developed the film, I found that I had taken a picture of a section of a wall covered my by articles and pictures of Mr. Quinn. I decided I had to find out just who he was and carry his memory with me as a reminder of the greatest loss many Americans will ever know. Jimmy was 23, my age. So young and full of hope for what was to come in the future. While Jimmy may be gone, I will never forget his name or face. He has become a part of my life in a most tragic way. It is often said that we live on through the memories our loved ones have of us. I'm sure Jimmy lives on each day in your lives. He, too, live on in mine. May you find strength and peace in knowing that Jimmy's face made me realize that each day is so precious, each life so unique and each tragedy our own in some way.
Veronica Roberts
April 7, 2002
To The Friends and Family of Jimmy Quinn,
I was happy to see the beautiful face of a young man that I have never met. I have heard nothing but good said of him.
I share your pain, I lost my son Michael Roberts,Eng 214, that day. Michael and Jimmy shared two things that I know of, WTC 9/11 and The Cadets Baseball League. I was told that they both loved baseball and they both played for The Cadet's. My prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Michael's Mom
Anonymous
March 27, 2002
DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS BEAUTIFUL YOUNG MAN...JAMES FRANCIS QUINN AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS LOVING FAMILY AND MANY FRIENDS...STAY CLOSE..PRAY...AND NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND THE GOOD PEOPLE WHO WORK IN NEW YORK..MAY JESUS ST.JAMES AND ST.FRANCIS GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN
Judi Fitzgerald (Mandala)
March 20, 2002
To the Quinn Family:
I did not really know Jimmy, However, I was his brother Michael's 8th Grade teacher at Good Shepherd. I saw Michael and was introduced to Jimmy on September 8th, 2001 at the Irish Fair. When I saw Michael a month later, I was stunned at the news. My heart truly goes out to your family. Michael, I think of you often and have prayed for you and your family.
Love, Judi Fitzgerald (Mandala)
greg Heinemann
March 18, 2002
I visited the WTC site on the sixth anniversary of this incredible and indelible tragedy. Of all of the scenes viewed and thoughts that crossed my mind that afternoon, I was struck by the tributes to Jimmy Quinn on one of the tribute walls. Here was a guy with his whole future ahead of him and you could just tell by the pictures and memorials that he was something special. I'm not sure why Jimmy's tribute stood out from all of the others, but it did for me. As a complete stranger, and as a father of two children, I can only send my sincerest condolences and wishes for peace to Jimmy's family and friends for such a substantial loss. Also know that something special, maybe even magical, was being transfered and felt. I would like to believe it was the aura and energy of the individual - Jimmy Quinn. God bless you and may solace be found in the all too short but purposeful life of this obviously wonderful young man.
Gary Gorman
March 11, 2002
Dear Jimmy:
I knew you many years ago when you were classmates of my daughter Stephanie at Good Shepherd School. You were always such a nice boy. I just wanted to thank you for allowing me to know you. You and your family and those with you are in my thoughts and prayers forever.
Christopher Armada
February 5, 2002
Jimmy,
As my neighbor for 20+ years at home and more recently your neighbor at work at the WTC, i have grown to know you well and appreciate your unique sense of humor. I miss the times we shared and I can still picture you smiling all the time. I wish we could meet downstairs at Moran's for a drink after work one last time. You won't be forgotten buddy.
Chris
LAURIE MAULER
January 29, 2002
I STARTED TO READ ABOUT JAMES ON THE CANTOR WEB SITE & FOUND MYSELF WISHING I KNEW THIS GUY. WHAT AN IMPRESSION HE LEFT ON SO MANY, I LOVE READING THE STORIES AND ONLY WISH I COULD HAVE ONE OF MY OWN TO SHARE. MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE QUINN FAMILY. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL - LAURIE MAULER
Kevin Farrell
January 23, 2002
Jimmy
I miss you. You are a wonderful person and I will always remember the good times we had. You would have been proud of Matt and Johns stories at the mass. Keep an eye on my brother up there and i will keep an eye on yours down here. You are number 1 in our hearts
Lisa Stemkowski
January 16, 2002
jimmy, you made me laugh every time i saw you at manhattan college. your vibrancy and zest for life will last forver. i know you at peace with god above, you will always be missed by all who knew you
James Corson
January 15, 2002
Jimmy
I hope you have found your place like you always have, I will be thinking of you, James
Matthew Hurley
January 3, 2002
There is a song by Elton John with the lyrics “…and I thank the Lord there’s people out there like you” It is a song that I have heard at least 100 times but now when I hear it, I began to think about the things that have happened and how much those words apply to the situation. I thank the Lord there’s people out there like the employees of Cantor Fitzgerald. I had the honor of meeting dozens of Cantor employees over the past 2 years, and they were truly some of the best people I have ever met. They were the type of people who would go out of their way to get to know you. Then a few weeks later when you would run into them again and they would not only greet you with a smile but they would always remember your name and where you worked, which is something I will never forget. My heart goes out to all of the families and friends of Cantor Fitzgerald, we lost a lot of amazing people on September 11th.
I thank the Lord there are people out there like our fellow Jasper, Mayor Rudoplh Guliani, who has shown the strength and courage it takes to be a leader, in a time of crisis. He serves as an inspiration to us all.
I thank the Lord there are people out there like the New York City Fire Department, New York City Police Department, Emergency Services workers, and all who have given their time and in some cases their lives to make this earth a safer place for all of us.
I thank the Lord there are people out there like our armed forces, who are so selflessly protecting us around the clock from any danger that threatens us or our way of life.
And everyday for the past 3 months, I thank the Lord there are people out there like Jimmy Quinn. Jimmy was the type of person that is not easily described by words. To know Jimmy was to love him. He was the type of person that left a lasting impression wherever he went. He always had a smile on his face and he possessed a personality that was truly legendary. Jimmy was always the center of attention and it was commonplace to see Jimmy delivering a story with a group of 5 or 6 huddled around him waiting for that one line that was going to make you laugh for minutes and sometimes even hours. He possessed so many great qualities that it would take me all day to talk about each one. But there is one quality of Jimmy’s that stands out in my mind, PASSION. Passion is defined as powerful emotion such as love, a boundless enthusiasm, or the object of such enthusiasm. That explains Jimmy perfectly. Anyone who knew him, knew that he had a passion for celebrities, a passion for sports, a passion for work, a passion for friends, a passion for his family, and most of all, a passion for life. I can honestly say that I have never met anyone who was so happy to be alive each an every day. His zest for life was truly amazing and his passion and charisma were contagious to all who’s path he crossed. He touched more people in his 23 short years than most can hope to touch in a lifetime. That was him. Living for others, and not himself. At 23 years old, he had just passed his Series 7 and was well on his way to being very successful trader with Cantor Fitzgerald, all which was obtained through hard work and a unique determination to be the best. Jimmy lived to work while the rest of us worked to live. But the only comfort I can take away from this whole situation is that he lived his life to the fullest, almost as if he knew that his time was going to be short. It was just in August that we were walking down the street in Las Vegas talking about how life didn’t get any better. I can't tell you the number of times Jimmy told me how happy he was with his life the week before September 11th. He was excited for football season and he loved the weather in the fall, everything was going great for him. He was "on top of the world" as he used to tell me, and I could only laugh at him knowing he was completely serious. On September 9th we got together to take in the first football game of the year, sitting side by side taking in a sporting event with 2 other friends which we had done almost once a week for the last two years. Sitting in Giants Stadium that Sunday during the national anthem, he turned to me with a familiar line of his and said "Matty, does it get any better than this?" and I replied as usual “It doesn’t get any better than this” Well, know that I think about it, there is one place that is better than down here and you are there now. I think God needed someone like you up there; he needed someone to take some of the pressure off of him, he needed someone to tell stories and someone to make everyone laugh.
Quinny, I know you are listening right now and I just wanted to let you know that you are hands down the greatest person I have ever met. One day, when my time comes and someone stands up here to speak of me and my life, I can only hope that they will have such good things to say about me. ...and when that day is here, I want everyone to know that I learned a lesson in life at an early age, and I learned how to live my life from the best, Jimmy Quinn. If everyone had your outlook on life, we wouldn’t be here today. In the words of Elton John “I thank the Lord for the people I have found…and I thank the Lord there are people out there like you”. I also thank the Lord that you have left us with so many stories to cherish for the rest of our lives. You are a true inspiration to all who walk this earth. May you rest in peace and may God bless the Quinn family. And I speak for all of our friends when I say that “You were, you are, and you always will be #1 in our hearts.” Thanks for the memories kid, you will never be forgotten. :(
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