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Often throughout the year the question is posed what makes a hero? It only takes about a picosecond to jolt the image of those towers to my mind and bring back all of the sad moments encompassed with the memory of that infamous day. I don't know about everyone else but to me it should be apparent, it shouldn't take more than a moment's time to realize what happened on that day.. the countless lives lost, sacrificed, and saved are insurmountable and unforgettable. The heroes in my heart and in my life are those that gave up everything that day including you. You showed courage and bravery that was in your heart that could never be surpassed. The countless lives you touched both as firefighter and as a man could never forget the protection, the friendship, the love and the kindness you provided to family members, friends and strangers. It is without a doubt that I can proudly call you a hero. A hero whom I nor anyone else will ever forget. We miss you, we love you and you will never be forgotten, your life lives on in us forever.
*** Posted by anonymous on 2009-09-11 ***
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Mike,
I miss you. We met at Bears Bar in Manhattan, I think in '98. My sister and I were playing the Barquizz and won :-) and you said, "Who are the Swedes?" I loved you at first sight, your goofy smile and happy eyes. You made my three weeks in New York the best trip ever. I think about you very often, and I send love to your family.
Love,
Tess
*** Posted by Therese from Sweden on 2009-09-10 ***
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My heart goes out to Bob and the family. We all miss you, Mike, and we will never, ever forget the impact you made on all of our lives. You are and always will be our hero.
*** Posted by Keith D'Avanzo on 2009-09-10 ***
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Mike was an excellent guy. He was my hockey coach. He sacrificed his time to help coach the team in College Point. When I was a kid, he helped make me the best player and the captain of the team. He inspired me to be a team player and helped me stay off the streets. I remember he was always smiling and a very friendly guy. I will always remember him and drive down his road when I drive through College Point. May god bless him and his family for his courage. We'll miss you, Mikey.
*** Posted by AUSTIN CLOUGH on 2009-09-07 ***
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Whats up, little guy? A day does not go by without me thinking about you. It is hard to believe that I am a father. Talene Seta is my little angel on earth, and I know you're my angel on our shoulders. Miss you, buddy. Love you!
*** Posted by JonJon on 2009-01-20 ***
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to the Elferis family, you are always in my thoughts. I know that this never gets easier. I am sure your pain is shared by many, many people, and you'll never be alone. thinking of you,
tony and teri.
*** Posted by tony didominico on 2008-09-11 ***
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I said a prayer for you today.... Uncle Willie and the family are very proud of you... You are an American Hero! Love Cousin Eileen
*** Posted by Eileen Corcoran on 2008-09-11 ***
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To Nancy and to all of Michael's family,
May God be your comfort and strength.... may your happy memories of Michael sustain you until you are united with him again.
*** Posted by Anonymous on 2008-09-11 ***
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And so it is seven years since God took you into his arms and left the earth with a hero. Please continue to watch over us and guide us. I love you and miss you, cousin.
*** Posted by Donna Baldrian-Jacobson on 2008-09-11 ***
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I just heard your name read, Mikey, and I got chills throughout my body,, I still can't believe it, 7 years later or in 7,000,000 years... you will always be remembered.
*** Posted by Argeta Petkovits on 2008-09-11 ***
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I worked with Mike when he was a NYC police officer at the 10th pct. He was a great cop, and I am sure even a better fireman. You are missed. The rest of us are slowly coming up there.
*** Posted by Christopher Sparacia on 2008-07-12 ***
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You were very brave and a hero. I am writing a paper on heroes, and I decided to write about you to keep your memory alive.
*** Posted by Rosaria on 2008-06-13 ***
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My thoughts are always about that day and all my friends I lost that day. I live in Florida now. I left the city. In Florida there are 6 months with no rain--it's called the dry season--and each day something is set ablaze. When I see these fires, I see you heading to save the world....
My love goes out to everyone, heads high everyone but NEVER FORGET ... WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU MADLY.
KEITHDAVANZO (at) GMAIL (dot) COM
*** Posted by Keith D'Avanzo on 2008-05-31 ***
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Through your wonderful parents, I have come to know you. You now have a very special place in my heart, and I thank you for the joy you brought to them, and I thank you for your service and sacrifice to our country. With love and respect.
*** Posted by Marcy on 2007-12-08 ***
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I have so many childhood memories of Mikey. I'm glad that I had the chance to be his friend for all of those years. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, today and always. He will always be remembered.
*** Posted by Gary Malone on 2007-09-11 ***
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I met Mikey in the summer of 2001 at Tiki Bar with a friend. He had the best pick-up line ever! I still have a stuffed dog that he won on the boardwalk "skutch." I wish I could have got to know him better. He was such a great guy. I was lucky to have met him.
*** Posted by Kristine on 2007-09-11 ***
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Still missing you - these anniversaries never get easier...
*** Posted by Jackie on 2007-09-11 ***
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Mike,
I never had the chance to meet you, but from what I see, you were a great guy. Sounds like you were a Ranger and Yankee fan, 2 of my passions. We were cousins who never had the chance to meet because of this horrible day 6 years ago. Every time I see a firefighter, I think of you and how you sacrificed your life for other people. God Bless.
www.myspace.com/columbo234
If anyone knows anything about Michael, please visit my page above.
*** Posted by Bill Corcoran on 2007-08-23 ***
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Wow. 6 years. It still feels like yesterday. You are truly missed. My love to the family. You're in our hearts.
*** Posted by Keith davanzo on 2007-06-14 ***
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It's been 6 years and there is not a day I or anyone else doesn't think about you, you'll always be loved and missed by all. You are a great "BROTHER and FRIEND"!
*** Posted by Liz on 2007-05-01 ***
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whenever I pass the hockey field I remember the fun times we all had together growing up. miss u kid...
*** Posted by an old friend on 2007-01-09 ***
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Holidays just aren't the same without you! Merry X-mas up in Heaven! We love you!
*** Posted by Nancy on 2006-12-21 ***
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neil from warren Ohio my mom and dad lived in ny.ny. and was best friends with his grand parents I remember them playing cards back then we was so sad to here about this
*** Posted by Neil Rossi on 2006-11-19 ***
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I knew Mikey because he was one of my hockey coaches. I was on my 2nd week of the job as a Police Officer in Virginia. Mike was a great guy to talk to and was very funny on and off the playing field. I know that Firefighters are looked at as heroes more than we are but they need heroes too.
*** Posted by Robert Engl on 2006-10-16 ***
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Mike, It's been five years and I still can't stop thinking about you... It seems like just yesterday that I was reminding you take my money for my Wednesday night weekly quesadillas at Jimmy Mac's....You DITZ! You would always close out the register before you took my money! I would give my last dollar to have another Wednesday night with you...I miss you so much! I think about you every day, and every 9/11 I write a blog in your memory. This is my most reccent..http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=23513092&blogID=166709823&MyToken=66f488c3-b71b-4090-8801-05129dbe26cb .... You were a true hero.. and I wuld give anything to see your smiling face again... Until we meet in Heaven, Bridget xoxoxox
*** Posted by Bridget on 2006-09-13 ***
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Thank you
*** Posted by HaLey Ryks on 2006-09-11 ***
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Five years have passed... the pain is still the same...
*** Posted by Anonymous on 2006-09-11 ***
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Mikey, I know you are in heaven looking over us with that cute big smile of yours :-) I knew you when you were just a lil boy and now you have been remembered forever young to everyone. I think of you always, you were the only person I knew that was lost on 9/11... you touched my heart when we were young children in elementary school and you still continue to touch my heart as I've grown. With Love RG.
*** Posted by Argeta Petkovits on 2006-09-11 ***
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I remember Mike being a great person to talk and kid around with. He always had something funny to say and made me feel @ home when I started working in the mailroom @ the NFL.All I can say is that I will miss him alot and he was loved by all of his friends and co-workers.Now we all have a guardian angel looking down upon us from heaven. God bless the Elferis family my heart and prayers are with you.
*** Posted by Anonymous on 2006-09-11 ***
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Mikey,
5 years gone. 5 years of missing you. 5 years of healing.
A lifetime of happy memories.
I love you,
D.
*** Posted by Donna Baldrian/Jacobson on 2006-09-11 ***
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I will be going to memoralize Mike. Can anyone who was or knew Mike give me information on his life other than what we know happened?
I would appreciate it very much. Kymber
Please email me at: KatzieKymber@aol.com
*** Posted by Kymber on 2006-09-06 ***
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I remember Mike as a young kid, when I worked at the corner Deli down the street from his home he was a great kid. God Bless him and his family
*** Posted by Dan Rutter on 2006-09-02 ***
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Mikey was a really good guy who always looked out for his friends and family. I'll always remember him.
*** Posted by an old friend on 2006-06-22 ***
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Mikey was always a bright spot in my day and though we lost touch after he left the league, I will always remember his happy smile and bright outlook. The day we said goodbye and he left for the FDNY, was the happiest I had ever seen him. He served this country and city with all of his heart. God bless.
*** Posted by S. Dela Rosa on 2005-09-11 ***
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my name is todd yates i'm a firefighter from suwannee county
and i'm 19 years old i'm stil sad because when the two bluding fall down i was so upsetand if any one wanted to e-mail me my e-mail is firemantodd53@yahoo.com
*** Posted by firefighter on 2005-09-08 ***
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Mike could always brighten a room with his smile. He was an inspiration to us all who were blessed to have had a chance to know him. And more so now. Mike is the reason why I stopped drinking and doing drugs. He's the reason why I've been in college trying to do something with my life. And for some weird reason I think that Mike sent my husband to me. We met a year after 9/11. Mike meant alot to me and my life. I will forever cheerish the memories I hold within my heart. I long to see that smile again
*** Posted by For reasons I can\'t say on 2005-06-23 ***
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Mikey was my first love and he will always remain in my heart. He once told me he wanted to be a super hero... well instead of a cape he has wings now. My heart goes to his family and friends. He will forever be in my heart. No one will ever take his place. I long for the day when I get to see him smile again.
*** Posted by For reason's I can't say on 2005-06-20 ***
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A WONDERFUL GUY, TRULY LIVED LIFE TO THE FULLEST. HE IS DEEPLY MISSED AND LOVED.
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In Tribute to
Michael J. Elferis