In Memory of Robert J. Foti

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Dear Robert, although you and I never met, my daughters and I have had the privilage to have met your mom, brother and family, they are truly wonderful people, but on the passing of this 10 year marker, I want to say THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU for the most ultimate sacrifice a human being could give, you are a hero, a true hero, who gave his own life to save others. I know you are in the hands of God and I pray for you and your family.Robert,rest in peace and god bless you and your family always.  RON, BROOKE AND BRIANA

*** Posted by Ronald Diaco on 2011-09-12 ***

Im a firefighter for Las Vegas Fire and Rescue and for what happened on 9/11, with this being the 10th anniversary we as firefighters here in Las Vegas climbed the 108 floors of the Stratosphere in honor of the 343 that passed. I was given a photo of Robert around my neck to honor him as I climbed. I will forever hold onto his photo to remind myself of the courage, sacrifice and will in which I can only be so grateful to be like him. Thanks Robert!

*** Posted by Nick Pickard on 2011-09-12 ***

Bobby, every 9/11 I think of you. I remember the fun, crazy times we had when we all used to get together. My heart goes out to your mom, Rose and all your family.

Rest in peace.
Warm love,
Rita Sorrentino (nee Gitto)

*** Posted by Rita Sorrentino on 2011-09-12 ***

Bobby-

It is now ten years later, but feels like yesterday that you were taken from us. We all miss and love you dearly. May God bless you and your family.

David Levine

*** Posted by David Levine on 2011-09-11 ***

I remember Mr. Foti from the Epiphany school. My brother and I went to school with his son Robert. He was a great guy, always joking around and buying ice-cream for all the kids at dismissal time. He was an amazing person and he will never be forgotten.

*** Posted by Alok Gupta on 2011-09-10 ***

On September 10, 2011 I ran a 5K in memory of Robert. I wore a lanyard draped around my neck in his memory with his picture on it. I am sorry for your loss. I am just a regular citizen of the United States who felt like running in memory of those who gave their lives.

*** Posted by Donna on 2011-09-10 ***

i wrote a report on Robert J. Foti, and my teachers, family and friends thought I excelled on it so I thought I should put on here as a remembance of Robert Foti, so here it is: Robet Foti was a true American firefighter. At age 42 Foti perished striving to save innocent 9-11 victims at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001, his day off. Foti’s remains have yet to be recovered from the fatal terrorist attack. Foti’s friends and family remember him for, “…always stopping to help someone …" said Mrs. Foti (New York Times on September 10, 2002). Robert Foti married Mrs. Foti in May of 2001. They spent four wonderful months together. His friends, family, and all the people that witnessed the 9-11 terrorist attack will forever remember Robert Foti as a true American firefighter.

Forever remembering,
Alexis Faris

*** Posted by alexis on 2011-09-10 ***

I remember Bobby as a kid, with that great mop of dirty blond hair and how much fun he had running around with his brothers and cousin Larry and us neighborhood kids. On this upcoming 10th anniversary of that terrible day, I send my love to all of his family and thank him for giving all of himself in sacrifice to others. Rest in peace Bobby...

*** Posted by joan on 2011-09-07 ***

I am a firefighter in Irving Texas. We are having a 911 memorial stair climb for the 343 fdny Robert Foti is the firefighter I will be climbing 110 floors, so that no one forgets what they sacrificed for us.The proceeds go to the fallen firefighters fund. I am going to be very proud to be climbing for Robert.

*** Posted by Duane Curbo on 2011-08-30 ***

I was looking for Rose Marie on Facebook, only to my surprise to find out about this tragic event in regards to Robert. My heart goes out to the Foti families, and I will always remember you in my prayers. Rosie and Joe were my friends in our camping days.

Rosie, thank you for being you.

*** Posted by Jeanette Squires on 2011-01-14 ***

There isn't a single day that passes by without my thoughts leading to you. Your picture smiles at James and me every day. We feel your presence in so many ways: James is wanting more than ever to know more about you and if he is like you. It makes me smile and worry :-) because he does remind me so much of you. You are very much a part of our lives every day. We love you and miss you. Keep visiting me in my dreams. xoxo

*** Posted by Marygrace on 2010-10-18 ***

Every year I remember Robert Foti because I bought a t-shirt with his name. Why??? I don't know but know I will always remember him. I give prayers to his family and know that you were all blessed to know him. How I wish I could have been so lucky. God bless you all and until next year, prayers to you all.

*** Posted by Pat Palma on 2010-09-11 ***

We met on your honeymoon in Jamaica, spent a week getting to know you and your new bride. You made that week very very memorable, with lots of laughs and good times and just hearing about your life. Thank you for a wonderful memorable vacation, and our thoughts and love to your family.

*** Posted by Robert and Diane Andrews on 2010-09-11 ***

Oh Bobby,
  Nine years ago today. What tragic and horrific day. But I know you were there that day for a reason. I know lives were saved that day because of you. I think of you always. It makes me sad, yet you put a smile on my face, but then you always did. So here's a smile back :-)

Be at peace my sweet twin,
miss you and love you,
Carolyn

*** Posted by Carolyn Ligotti Grech on 2010-09-11 ***

I hope that all will find peace with God. I pray for you all. I did not know Bobby but am a friend of his mother and his brother Frank. May God bless the Foti family and help them to be strengthened in the love of God. May Bobby sleep in peace, for he was a true hero of 9-11.

Jim

*** Posted by Jim O'Leary on 2009-11-30 ***

Bobby, Bobby, Bobby...

I remember you well. The middle of the Foti brothers. I watched you grow from a little boy to a young man. I am sorry that I didn't get to meet your wife and kids. You always made me smile, even when you were pushing the envelope. I prayed for you on 9/11, and I still do. The world lost someone very special.

*** Posted by Shelly Hirsch on 2009-11-23 ***

Bobby,

Not a day goes by that I don’t think of you, my brother. Life will never be the same without you: Summers at the shore, our kids getting big, and smoke to the floor! You would be proud of your kids, both turning out to be outstanding young adults. You’re in my heart, and that smile and wit of yours still makes me laugh and cry. So, till we meet again, my brother, I will keep our promise to make sure the kids will always be okay.

*** Posted by FF Frank Sutphin (Neptune, NJ) on 2009-11-20 ***

My dance teacher at my school has a whole article about Robert posted on a wall, so we never forget. We're split up into lines, and I'm in the line farthest from the door, and that line is the closest one to the article written about him. Today I read the whole thing, and he IS a true American hero. I'd like to send all my sympathy to his family and friends, for wounds heal, but they always leave a scar. He seems like a great man, and I would've enjoyed knowing him if I had ever encountered him.

*** Posted by JC on 2009-11-02 ***

I never met Robert, but this past 9/11/09 I was chosen to wear his name across my turnout coat. 343 firefighters in the Sacramento, California area climbed 110 floors in honor of those who gave all. I was blessed to represent Robert and have kept his bio in my coat ever since. May you rest in peace, and may your family feel comfort in knowing you are a true American hero.

*** Posted by matt on 2009-10-16 ***

Dear Bobby:

You're never forgotten, my friend. Blessings to you and your family.

Love,
David

*** Posted by David Levine on 2009-09-17 ***

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