September 10, 2006
It is hard to believe that 5 years has passed since that horrific day. I didnt know anyone who died that day…but the pain of knowing that so many were lost that day, is still fresh. We see little things, old pictures of the New York skyline, pictures from that day, and the memories come flooding back. I asked for the honor of remembering a victim from that day, and I was given the honor of remembering Daniela. I think it is important, that we all remember. There is a saying, I dont know who said it, but it is so important…”Those who do not learn from the past are doomed to repeat it.” We must never, never forget.
“Daniela Notaro was a receptionist and secretary with Carr Futures and worked on the 92nd floor of the World Trade Center in a job she held for about five years. She lived with her parents in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, and had an older sister, Rosaria, and a boyfriend of several years.
“She was full of life,” said her father, Carlo Notaro. “It was a very simple, normal, peaceful and joyful life.” Ms. Notaro, 25, took a vacation in August to the Bahamas, and her favorite holiday was Christmas. “She would wrap gifts for friends, for everybody in the family,” he said.
And she was a perfectionist, particularly at the office, where her good manners and character made her a valuable worker. “She used to like to go to work,” her father said. “Every morning she would get up very early, and never be late. If she would be late, maybe she would’ve saved herself.
“But she was never late. They took my life away.”
I spent a good part of this past week, looking through different sites, to learn more about Daniela. Notes such as the following, make Daniela more than just a name or a picture, she was a real person, who touched the lives of those who came in contact with her.
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It is a shame that this had to happen to you. We never had a conversation, but our faces were familiar to each other, so the day never ended without a quick smile to each other. We went to high school together and i remember your bangs and red lipstick the most. Well, just wanted to say you are in my thoughts as well as the others who lost their lives that day. May you rest in peace.
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Already a year has gone by, and you still touch me the way you used to. Your smile, Your laughter, Your Aura always brought brightness to my life and everyone who surrounded you. You are a very unique and special person which made you worth more than words can say. I am sad that you are not here with us anymore but I am happy that you were part of my life at one time. A piece of my heart will always belong to you and no one can take that away.
Love,Stooky
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Daniela was a sweet and beautiful girl. She always had a smile on her face. She was the type of person who wanted her family and friends to be close to her, and would often suggest small get togethers. Daniela would also be comical on family videos, which looking at them now reminds me of what a good person she was. I will miss her.
Your Cousin
Anna
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Many more tributes to Daniela can be found
here.
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Comment by *Dirty Butter
September 10, 2006 @ 2:51 pm #
What a beautiful tribute for a young woman who should have lived a long and full life. May God be with her family in a special way this week.
Thank you.
~ Dawn
Comment by *mike
September 10, 2006 @ 8:21 pm #
Nice post.
Blogmad hit!
Thank you
~ Dawn
Comment by *ed dickson
September 10, 2006 @ 8:23 pm #
Thanks for remembering!
and thank you, to you as well
~ Dawn
Comment by *chris
September 11, 2006 @ 9:45 am #
thank you
Comment by *Andrea
September 11, 2006 @ 11:15 am #
Nice tribute!
Comment by *meowkaat
September 11, 2006 @ 2:11 pm #
Thanks you for posting a moving tribute to this young woman whose death was senseless, and yet will be remembered by many forever.
Comment by *Sue
September 11, 2006 @ 3:15 pm #
A beautiful tribute.
Comment by *Leon
September 11, 2006 @ 7:57 pm #
A lovely post. I think she would have approved.
Comment by *Bedazzzled1
September 11, 2006 @ 11:56 pm #
You have written a beautiful tribute. Thank you.
Comment by *Mark Base
September 12, 2006 @ 8:22 am #
Thank you for introducing us to Daniela in this warm tribute to her.
Comment by *DAWN
September 12, 2006 @ 10:38 am #
Wonderful tribute. Thank you for sharing Daniella with us.
Comment by dawn
September 13, 2006 @ 11:08 pm #
I am going to answer everyone with this post.
Thank you all for your comments on this post. 5 years ago, some horrible people did a really horrible thing. I am sad, but I am also happy to have been given the chance to honor Daniela.
Thank you again
~ Dawn
Comment by Lisa Wright
September 11, 2007 @ 12:58 pm #
It has been Six Years the weirdst thing happen when I woke up today on this horrible date I was listening to the names and O My God I heard her name for the first time in the six years And I started to cry. even though we where never close I was in plenty of classes in high school with her for four years of my life and I rememeber her nice smile her laugh it is a shame such a wonderful soul. I am so sorry to hear we lost her Now this day has just become harder to deal with . God Bless You Rest In Peace Daniela Love Your class mate 1991 to 1995 .
Lisa Wright
Comment by Enza
September 11, 2007 @ 10:42 pm #
I think of her often - each time I pass her old block or a “hang-out” of our high school days. Today, especially, I am consumed with thoughts of her and her family.
Daniela, you are loved and missed by the many lives you touched during your too-short life.
Comment by Cynthia
September 12, 2007 @ 11:44 am #
I didn’t know Daniela personally, but I spoke to her often. I once worked for an office supply company in Chicago that supplied Carr Futures with copy paper and their supplies. I remember placing Daniela’s orders or speaking to her when she was inquiring about the supplies. Daniela was always so sweet, soft spoken and so friendly. She will always be remembered. My prayers goes out to the Notaro family. She is now in a much better place and one day her family will meet her in heaven. God bless you Daniela. Thank you for this website.
God bless you all,
Cynthia Roche’ (Chicago)
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