In Memory of Joseph F. Grillo

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played some basketball with him on saturdays--he was a kind, generally nice guy- hard to get a shot over him-- wish for those days again with him guarding me and blocking my shots

*** Posted by donny cohen on 2011-09-26 ***

The Lord really brought to me the instructions to pray for your family and for the "Saturday Morning" guys. It's amazing how many Saturdays I've thought of, "how it used to be," on Saturdays when everybody gathered together, and the horseplay began. The horseplay and the love shoves and the camaraderie that even 9/11 can't take away. Bodies die. People don't. And love never does. I've heard from a couple of the guys and welcome any info — yay or nay — about Joey's wife and sons. I have a bracelet with his name on it, and every so often I feel a tug to put it on for the day, and I do. I don't know if something significant is happening to someone Joey loves so much or what. There are many of us out there praying for you, and we don't run and get weary, and we don't walk and faint. We are finishing the race for good that Joey ran — and we're doing it in his name.

Love,
Chaplain Lily
Naples, FL Avow Hospice

*** Posted by Chaplain Lily Kerr on 2010-09-11 ***

I've never forgotten Joey, or his wife, or the boys, or his basketball buddies.

To his family, I say this: Prayers are always being lifted up for you. Time changes many things, but it doesn't change love, and it doesn't change commitment. The kids need all the prayer cover they can get as they become men and go through the drama of the teen years. And my prayer, also, is that mom will find another special guy who has much love to offer. I have a blue metal bracelet I wear every so often, including today—5/19/10—and this time I thought I'd drop you a note and tell you so. I did hear, one time, from one of the Saturday basketball guys, and it was special as well. I'm a chaplain at Avow hospice in Naples, Florida. If any of you ever get to Naples, please stop in and ask for me. I'd love to meet you in person. In the meantime, know that some lady continues to pray for all of you, including the new generation to come as the boys become men.

Love,
Lily

*** Posted by Chaplain Lily Kerr on 2010-05-19 ***

Sentimos mucha tristeza que personas como Joe tuvieran que morir cobardemente. Sin embargo para su familia, amigos y conocidos, Joe sigue presente, como todos los demás que ese día perecieron. Dios tenga misiericordia de su familia y les de una pronta recuperación.

Pepe Yepes (México)

[Ed. - We feel a lot of sadness that people like Joe had to die in such a cowardly manner. Nevertheless, to his family, friends, and acquaintances, Joe remains present, just like the others who died that day. May God have mercy on his family and give them a speedy recovery.]

*** Posted by Pepe Yepes on 2009-07-05 ***

The people who died on this date, and especially Joseph F Grillo, had an heart of gold. Even more than that, as they had to give their lives to people without hearts. I hope for a time when the sadness is over and pride and love rise up for everyone who died and the families and friends of the victims. I hope that in the future we can say to our grandchildren, "Honey, this was a special man who fought against all the bad guys in the world. And remember that this huge tragedy also has an advantage with honour and respect for those who died." I wanted to say that the death of these people saved hundreds of times more lives because the world can better protect ourselves against terrorism everywhere from the ground to the air, from the sea to the moon, and the most important: The world is now also safer from ground zero to cloud nine. Greetings and good luck to the family and friends of Joseph F Grillo from Jasper Gerrits in the Netherlands. God bless you all.

*** Posted by Jasper Gerrits on 2008-09-05 ***

Wherever you are, Joe, in the bosom of Our Almighty, our cares and affection for you will always remain unblemished as time goes by when life still throbs in us to relive our heartfelt memories of you. From all your kin and friends and acquaintances we bid you adieu.... Hope springs eternal to give us new directions for a more purposeful, fulfilling life.

*** Posted by Amschel Noel Roth-Mortel on 2008-06-10 ***

I knew Joe many, many years ago as a co-worker at a mutual employer. We lost touch over the years, and it is just now that I stumbled across this tragedy. Joe was such a fun guy to be around, and he cared about everyone. My heart and sympathy goes out to his wife, Mary Jo, and his family. Rest in everlasting peace, Joe! You were one of the best, and you still are! Mike Andrako

*** Posted by Mike Andrako on 2008-05-28 ***

Let's celebrate the life of Joseph and what he contributed to humanity while he was alive.

*** Posted by Dan Fred Lutaaya,Entebbe Uganda,East Africa. on 2007-12-09 ***

hola. mis pésame a los familiares de este seńor. yo no le conozco a Sr. Joe, pero tengo la impresion que fue una excelente persona. en la foto se ve que era muy joven y saludable. es una pena que su vida y de tantas otras haya llegado a su fin de esa manera tan terrorifico ocasionada por personas sin corazon.... espero que algun día esos asesinos paguen caros lo que ocasionaron.... en mi país PARAGUAY también paso algo similar, EL SINIESTRO DEL YCUA BOLAŃOS se calcinaron más 1000 personas. aunque no fue provocado directamente, hubo culpables....

[Ed. - Hi. My condolences to the relatives of this gentleman. I do not know Mr. Joe personally, but I have the impression that he was an excellent person. In the photo he looked very young and healthy. It's a pity that his life, and the lives of so many others were brought to their end in such a terrifying way, caused by people without a heart.... I hope that some day those murderers pay dear for what they caused.... In my country PARAGUAY something similar also happened, the WRECK Of YCUA BOLAŃOS burnt up more than 1000 people. Although it wasn't caused directly, there were guilty parties....]

*** Posted by olga on 2007-07-24 ***

We heard it also that day and still remember, we just speak to have uncle in America but This sad desastre almost ruined our american dreams. And still we remember and wake up with nightmare. Gods Kingdom and time of ashes as etermal lands powder is with us. With Love and Simlycity from your relative in Europe. Holy Wood

*** Posted by Kai on 2007-03-14 ***

From your family in Minnesota, our prayers and thoughts are with you each day

*** Posted by Anonymous on 2006-10-23 ***

I never had the pleasure of meeting you Joe, but through your family I've come to love you.  I often sit with your beautiful wife and two wonderful boys in your home and your presence is still so alive.  I have been truly blessed to be a part of your family and your life and know one day we will meet.  Your brother-in-laws, Tom, Jimmy, Chris, sister-in-laws Kate and Jane and along with the rest of the world consider you their hero.  As you know by now, my name is Denise and truly wished I could have had the honor to shake your hand.

*** Posted by Joseph F. Grillo on 2004-05-17 ***

Joe was a good man. I am Joe's brother-in-law and I can remember the good times that I had with him. The week-end BBQ's at his house and playing basketball with him and my nephew's. We miss you Joe.

*** Posted by Tom Kamish on 2004-04-15 ***

I still miss him.  He was a good friend and a lot of fun to be around.  We always enjoyed going to lunch in our little  group.  I can't go back to his favorite restaurant.  I still tear up.  I keep a photo of him on my desk.  I miss his friendly voice.  Hey!  Jeannie! 
I'm so angry as to why this had to happen.  I miss him.

*** Posted by Jean Marie Mitchell on 2003-09-09 ***

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