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In Tribute to
James Amato
43 years old. Residence: Ronkonkoma, N.Y.
Died in World Trade Center
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I just got back from Iraq and was surfing the web when I ran across the fact that Jimmy was killed on 9/11. I grew up across the street from Jimmy. His brother John was my friend for years, and I went to sleep at night listening to Lee's piano playing. I will always remember what a great family they were — boys being boys. I never knew him as an adult, but I am sure he was wonderful.... Rest in peace.
*** Posted by Nora Batten on 2010-08-16 ***
Well, Tara got engaged last week, and I can't help but think about Jim ... and Deb and Tara—his first daughter getting married. What would Jim think of Pete? What advice would he give them? And how handsome they would have been walking down the aisle, Jim as the proud dad, and Tara his beautiful daughter. And then there's the PARTY. Jim was always the life of the party. It's a great time to reflect on Jim and all the blessings he would have wanted to share with his daughter and new son-in-law. I know he will be there ... as he always is, in our hearts.
*** Posted by Lois on 2010-07-01 ***
I wish I could have met Mr. Amato. He has an amazing and loving family. One of his children has inspired me and helped me in ways I never thought possible. Even though she and I are no longer friends, still I am eternally thankful for that. Rest in peace, and know that you and your family are always in my prayers.
*** Posted by J on 2009-12-07 ***
James was an awesome person. He was like the best person in the world. He was soooo sweet and funny! We miss you lotz, James! =]
*** Posted by Katherine on 2009-09-08 ***
I'm an Amato, and I remember just a little of my uncle, but it's still so much in my mind. I loved him so very much! And I still do. He was an amazing hard worker. I love talking about him, and I can't wait to see him in paradise. Things have changed. Every time I think about him, I start to wanna cry because he was about everything to me and my family. I can't wait to see my hero and the person I look up to again. =) Not only was he an uncle to me, he was also a dad. He was loving, very funny, and always comforting. I miss my family so very much.
I love you, Uncle Jimmy, with all my heart. You're always in my memories now and forever!
Your niece,
Alexandra
*** Posted by alexandra amato on 2009-07-01 ***
I will never be able to see how anyone could have benefited from the murder of Capt. James Amato. I pray that James Amato rests in peace, that Capt Amato's family and friends find comfort and that God continues to Bless America. I would like to know when Capt Amato's birthday is, so that I can acknowledge it when it comes around again. Thanks!
*** Posted by Doug Abraham on 2007-02-05 ***
Well, it's been 5 years now and boy has life changed. I've been married now for over 3 years, and Jim never got to meet my lovely wife, Emily. I've told her alot about what a great man he was, and she looks forward to meeting him someday in paradise. I loved Jim and think about him often. He is truly missed, but I am comforted knowing that I will see him again.
Amato family, if you're reading this, I want to let you know that not only do I miss Jim, but I also miss the whole family. I miss the way it used to be when I could come over and hang out with the whole family - Jim, Debbie, Sean, Tara, Katherine, and Ashley all together in the house on 5th St in Ronkonkoma.
To my "little sisters" Tara, Katherine, and Ashley, you know I love you all sincerely from the bottom of my heart and I will always be there for you. We have lost touch, though, which is sad, please give me a call. My cell number is still the same.
To Sean - love you bro, call me anytime you wanna talk.
*** Posted by Branden Lodato on 2006-09-11 ***
hi i am hayley and i was best friends with james's daughters and he was the best father i ever saw to those girls. he was the nicest sweetest person i ever knew. he was the best witness and Jehovah loves him 4 that. i remember he would make me sit with him and his daughters and have a bible study and he would make me read from the bible even when i didn't like it and now every time i read the bible i know that he would have been so happy to hear that i was doing good and i can't wait till the day i see him in the new paradise earth and it's going to be wonderful to tell him that he made a difference in my life and i thank him for that.
*** Posted by Hayley Milici on 2003-09-08 ***
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This web site is affiliated with 24K Gold Music Shows - an oldies music showband performing in Central Florida. The members of the showband feel strongly that there were many heroes manifested during the onslaught of terror associated with 9-11, and present this site as a memorial to those whose lives were lost, and the loved ones they left behind.
24K Gold Music Shows perform primarily 50-60s Oldies, Elvis songs, DooWop, and older country music, as well as patriotic songs. All of the musicians, singers, dancers, and staff of the 24K Gold Music Shows extend their deepest sympathies to every one who lost loved ones on that terrible day.
24K Gold Music Shows performs an original song called "The Day America Cried", which is a 9-11 tribute song. In the live shows, they honor with the song not only the heroes of 9-11 but also those who are still alive: the police personnel, firefighters, emergency personnel, soldiers, and others who have served our country and kept us all safe.
Listen also to this beautiful, touching song "Love Can Build a Bridge" by 24K Gold Music Shows. Even though strictly speaking it's not a 9-11 memorial song, I still feel it is a very fitting song for the occasion!
In Tribute to
James Amato