February 10, 2012
Saturday, February 12th marks the third anniversary of the death of our friend Beverly Eckert, who died in an airplane crash in Buffalo, New York. As many of you know, Beverly lost her husband Sean Rooney on 9/11 and co-founded VOICES. She was also a staunch advocate on a variety of 9/11 issues, especially government reforms to make the country safer.
January 27, 2012
In just a week's time we have had two individuals important to the 9/11 community pass away. I am writing today to share the very sad news that Bill Doyle's wife, Camille Doyle died on Wednesday. Camille was the mother of Joseph Doyle, who was lost on 9/11. Her husband, Bill, has dedicated his life to keeping members of the 9/11 community informed about issues that are important to them. She is also survived by her son, Billy, and daughter, Doreen, as well as her five loving granddaughters.
December 23, 2011
All of us at VOICES send our warm wishes for a holiday season filled with the precious gifts of special friendships, the joy of family times together and the blessing of happy memories. May you and your family have a wonderful holiday surrounded by family and friends and a happy and healthy New Year filled with renewed hope! Our offices will be closed the remainder of December and reopen on Tuesday, January 3. We look forward to working with you in 2012!
December 6, 2011
We have had a wonderful response to our recent mailing inviting our membership to participate in the "Always Remember" Commemorative Book. Thanks to those of you who have called or written to express your support of this project. We are very excited that in addition to the written tribute we will be able to include a color photograph.
November 22, 2011
Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends, to count our blessings, remember our loved ones and to look to the future with hope. I thought I'd share this quote that captures the essence of gratitude, which is so much a part of the holiday season.
November 21, 2011
Sip hot mulled cider and enjoy a light buffet with our staff, friends and family members. Children will have the opportunity to participate in arts and crafts activities. VOICES is supporting Rutgers University Veterans, and the Blue Star Families' "Books on Bases, Smiles On Faces."
November 11, 2011
In many cities across the United States, communities observed Veteran's Day by gathering together for a Veteran's Day parade. New York was no exception. Young and old alike gathered to watch a full fanfare of American flags waving, bands playing, and representatives from the military and prominent leaders march up Fifth Avenue.
October 28, 2011
In this week's newsletter we are featuring stories about the legacy that several family members have created through their work. Last week President Obama honored Steve and Liz Alderman with the 2011 Presidential Citizens Award for their work in establishing clinics in post-conflict countries through the foundation they created in memory of their son, Peter. As Liz Alderman wrote in her e-mail, "we wanted to leave a profound and indelible mark that Peter existed and that because he had lived, the world would be a better place."