The Security Officer Memorial Fund
Additional Information
Information may be obtained via email at: admin@securityofficermemorialfund.org or alan@bcs.ws
What is the Security Officer Memorial Fund?
The Security Officer Memorial Fund (SOMF) is a not for profit organization. SOMF is a Not for Profit, it is not subordinate to any other entity. We are dedicated to providing a permanent memorial and recognition to security officers who lose their lives doing their jobs; and to provide scholarship funds for their children.
Tax deductible donations can be made to SOMF c/o BCS 673 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011. Attn. Heather Mornan, Secretary, SOMF. Gifts can also be made via Paypal.com. - Simply go to www.paypal.com and make your contribution to admin@securityofficermemorialfund.org. It is that easy! Use a credit card or check (cheque). Your receipt and a letter of thanks will be mailed to you within days.
Can you spare even a few dollars? Please give, every penny helps the future generations
The fund was founded by Alan D. Bowles, CPP as a result of the events of 11, September 2001 "9/11" when employees of Bowles were lost saving those of others.
Bowles Corporate Services, Inc. - Security Officers lost include:
Mr. Nolbert Salomon, Mr. Godwin Forde, Mr. Titus Davidson, Mr. Charles Laurencin, and Jorge Velazquez.
The fund is designed to provide benefit to the family of any security officer lost in the line of duty. As of April 2004, we expanded our mandate to Officers who may have been employed by (any) contract agency, proprietary organization or institution. Although not covered by this fund, some managers are listed too.
May 2005 - Our fund is going strong - please join us and make a donation!
We have listed below those officers and security staff reported to us. We will continue to update as we are notified of the other known WTC security victims to this list see below for information on NYC Proclamation.
| Patrick Adams | Mandel Security Bureau - Security Officer (Fuji Bank) |
| Godwin Ajala |
Summit Security - Security Officer |
| Andrew J. Bailey | Advantage Security - Security Guard (Marsh McLennan) |
| Lawrence Boisseau | OCS Security - Fire Safety Director |
| Francisco Bourdier | Deutsche Bank - Security |
| Larry Bowman | Summit Security - Security Guard |
| Edward Calderon | Port Authority of NY & NJ - Security Guard |
| Mannie Leroy Clark | Security Guard |
| Denease Conley | Summit Security - Security Guard |
| Francisco Cruz | Summit Security - Security Guard |
| Titus Davidson | Bowles Corporate Services, Inc. - Security Officer |
| Samuel Fields | Summit Security - Security Guard |
| Richard P. Fitzsimons | OCS Security - Fire Safety Director |
| Godwin Forde | Bowles Corporate Services, Inc. - Security Officer |
| Ervin Gailliard | Summit Security - Security Officer |
| Jorge Luis Morron Garcia |
Summit Security - Security Officer |
| Philip T. Hayes | OCS Security - Fire Safety Director |
| Ronald G. Hoemer | Summit Security - Security Mgr |
| James P. Hopper | Cantor Fitzgerald - Security Guard |
| Lamar D. Hulse | Advantage Security - Security Guard |
| Mohammed Jawara, | MAS Security |
| Charles G. John | Mandel Security -Security Guard (Royston Zamani) |
| Douglas G. Karpiloff, | Port Authority - Security Director |
| Barry Kirschbaum | Security Manager - Marsh & McLennan |
| Leon Lebor |
Summit Security Services - Security Officer |
| Daniel Lugo |
Summit Security Services - Security Officer |
| Charles Laurencin |
Bowles Corporate Services, Inc. - Security Officer |
| Anthony Luparello Jr. | ABM - Security Officer |
| Sara Manley, | Fred Alger Management - Senior Security Analyst |
| Robert G. Martinez | Summit Security - Security Officer |
| Robert J. Mayo | OCS Security - Fire Safety Director |
| Stanley McCaskill | Advantage Security - Security Officer |
| Wesley Mercer |
Dean Witter / Morgan Stanley - Assistant Director |
| Robert E. Murphy | Fuji Bank Security - Security Guard |
| John P. O'Neil | Silverstein Partners - Security |
| Alexander Ortiz | Grubb & Ellis Inc - Security Officer |
| Richard Poulos | Cantor Fitzgerald Security |
| Richard C. Rescorla | Dean Witter / Morgan Stanley Security - Director |
| Esmerlin A. Salcedo | Summit Security - Security Guard |
| Norlbert Saloman |
Bowles Corporate Services, Inc. - Security Officer |
| Francis J. Trombino | The Brinks Company - Security Guard |
| Jorge Velszquez |
Bowles Corporate Services, Inc. - Security Officer |
| William Wren |
OCS Security - Manager |
The aforementioned security personnel are recognized by their profession. The Security Officers listed is why the SOMF was created.
Please nominate a child to receive help. The only condition is the child must be descendent from a lost officer! Write: alan@bcs.ws Subject: Nominations SOMF
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Related Web Site Links
We were as of June 2005, we have provided the following links to related, but non-affiliated web sites:
Letters from the above web sites:
19, April 2005
My name is Randy Soard and I am an artist located in Las Vegas. For the past 3 1/2 years, I have been developing a 9-11 Tribute Artwork Project titled "Faces of the Brave" (FOTB). I am Projecting a Release date for the Artwork in JUNE 2005. The artwork is a "Photo-Mosaic" comprised of approximately 500 portraits of the Emergency Services personnel and other Heroes lost on 9-11. FOTB is a "Non-Profit" Project and once the Artwork has been completed and legally authorized by each of the Estate Administrators of the fallen, the Artwork will be offered to the public and 100% of the profits from the sale of the Artwork will be gifted directly to the surviving families (Estate Adminstrators or to the Charity, Foundation and/or Scholarship Fund of their choice.
I am currently in the final stages of completing the FOTB Artwork and would like to include all of the images of the Security Guards lost on 9-11. As of this date I have been able to secure legal permission from more than 460 surviving families (via Photo-Release) thru the Estate Administrators. This total includes 21 of the approximately 40 Security Officers lost on 9-11. I would greatly appreciate your assistance (and/or contact information to others) that can help me obtain access to the remaining family representatives. I can only include the images of Heroes legally authorized by their respective Estate Administrators.
A current list of Participating families can be seen on the FOTB website located at http://www.BraveFaces.com . Please take some time to view the website and make sure to inform the other members of your company about this very worthwhile Tribute Project.
Randy Soard
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14, May 2005 - Hearts Across America Remember
Please help us inform others about this loving memorial in memory of all lost loved ones of 9-11 by printing an article in your newspaper. We do not use photos without permission from families so communications are very important and our hearts would deeply appreciate your help of reaching out to touch families. Please find it in your heart to inform others through your newsletter, emails and heart to heart to others. Thank you
Written by Teresa Jahn
Communications
America’s 9-11 Memorial Quilts
It is unimaginable to know the depth of pain in losing a loved one on that devastating September 11th day, but hearts across America remember and want to honor those we lost upon a national memorial. We dedicate our hearts, passion, talents, and time to memorialize those who lost their lives on that fateful day, to pay tribute and to honor the life of each loved one lost. We dedicate ourselves to this preservation not only for the families but also for the children for many generations to come.
Days after September 11, 2001, Jeannie Ammermann founded America’s 9-11 Memorial Quilts Organization. Jeannie began her quest with a few people who believed in her mission, and today, more than 500 volunteers across America have joined in this thread-of-life memorial. It is our hope to memorialize those we lost in a compassionate and uplifting way, with great respect, dignity and honor, to heal hearts and preserve memories for years to come. As families, friends and even strangers look upon the quilts, to see the brilliant smiles, sparkling eyes, and the warm individual personalities that reflect from the hearts of those we lost, may each person feel the warmth and love of those we lost radiate into their hearts to bring them a peaceful comfort. Heart to heart across America love has been woven into each stitch of America’s 9-11 Memorial Quilts. As families look upon these quilts, may they will feel the warmth and comfort of our nation’s love wrap securely around their hearts to ease their pain while honoring their loved one.
With permission from families, a loved one, or a liaison for the families the faces and names of each victim will adorn 9 beautifully crafted quilts along with numerous symbolic renderings that represent that day in history and to commemorate the victims of 9-11-2001. The individual quilts represent the FDNY, EMS, NYPD, NY/NJ Port Authority Police, NY/NJ Port Authority Staff, NY State Court, Flight 93, The Pentagon, and the Victim’s Quilt (nicknamed by families America’s Quilt). To date many photos have been submitted for inclusion upon these loving memorials. Families are able to include the photo of their choice to have their loved one honored upon these quilts. Because of the deep love families have for those they lost and their willingness to share photos, stories and the lives of their loved ones…their loved ones continue reaching out to touch others in a positive way. We all want to embrace the beautiful memories of these amazing people by keeping their passions in life alive within our own lives…to keep their spirits living for years to come. We thank the families for sharing their loved ones with us today and with many others for years to come. Your loved ones will always have a place in our hearts. Hearts across America remember and always will.
With permission for the inclusion of photos, the Victim’s quilt will have the photos and names of ALL victims of 9-11. Scenes will include the WTC towers, the Pentagon, and an airplane to represent Flight 93 in Pennsylvania. Surrounding each section will be photos and names of all our lost loved ones who were taken from us that day. Proposed size is 10 feet by 60 feet. Additional symbols will be the Statue of Liberty, our nation’s symbolic eagle, the US flag, recognition of our Armed Forces and representation of those who died from Anthrax. Sections of the quilt will include separate departments such as the FDNY, NYPD, EMS, PAPD, Pentagon, Flight 93 as well as each individual company. We believe those who worked together should be honored together on a section on the quilt. Boldly printed in red lettering across the top of the quilt, Jeanne Letizia captured the hearts of America in her statement “The Light Of Liberty Will Never Be Extinguished In Our Great Land; It Glows Not In Any One Place But In The Hearts and Souls Of All Americans Everywhere.” Team leader is Connie Daniel with Jan Seidel along with many volunteers across America. The construction of this quilt is being done in Herbster and Barronett, Wisconsin. When completed the quilt will be dedicated and donated to all families of 9-11. The quilt will be accepted by many coalition representatives for the families including William Doyle. Currently, the Victim’s Quilt is being considered by the LMDC for permanent placement at the WTC Memorial site.
The FDNY Quilt is being constructed in Washington, Illinois by team leader, Peggy Hessling. Helping is Jan Mishler, co-leader and a large number of volunteers. In the center of this quilt is the Fireman’s Prayer surrounded by the 343 fire fighters that perished in the line of duty. We are also honoring the 3 retired firefighters who responded to the WTC and perished while caring for others The quilt is red, white and blue with 75 hearts to represent the stations that lost firefighters on 9-11. Fire Commissioner Nicholas Scoppetta has authorized the use of the patch, logo and vehicles. The quilt will allow us to further honor America’s heroes who bravely and passionately dedicated their lives each and every day to rescue and care for others. Because of their great strength and courage many lives were saved not only on 9-11 but each time they answered a call for help. This quilt will be dedicated to families for permanent placement at the FDNY Headquarters but Sandy Sansevero, of the FDNY Museum has shown interest in having it preserved at the FDNY Museum. Currently, we are awaiting permission from a loved one, a family member or liaison for photos of nearly 90 more firefighters before completing this quilt.
DR. Elizabeth Holley from Ridgewood, NJ is constructing the NYPD quilt. A total of 23 photos will be on this quilt. Elizabeth has designed and cross-stitched many mementos for this loving memorial. This quilt will preserve the strength, courage, and dedication these officers had in dedicating their lives to serve their communities and perished in the line of duty. The NYPD Quilt will include the NYPD shield, broken heart centered with police shield. The broken heart will not touch the shield and will have 23 smaller hearts streaming from it. An image of the only portion of the towers still left leaning cross-stitched in smoky grays and will have a phoenix rising from the ashes and when it opens its wings, upon the chest will be the NYPD Patch. Elizabeth has stitched an image of the Twin Towers with the words, "All Gave Some, Some Gave All.” Elizabeth has done the Twin Tower representation for 5 different quilts. Represented upon the quilt are the NYPD letters, an American Flag with the NY Skyline in its background with a faded image of the Twin Towers. Across the white strips of a flag will read, "No greater love hath man than to give up his life for his brother.” Below the flag is the NYPD Police Patch. Also included below the patch is the 4 awards given to each fallen officer, and a NYPD Police cruiser. The NYPD has authorized and approved the use of the NYPD Shield, patch, and logo for use on the memorial quilt. We wish to thank the NYPD, Commissioner Raymond Kelly, Deputy Commissioner, Stephen L. Hammermann, Anne Stone and all who are involved in this decision, to those who support our
work and who assist us in creating this monumental memorial quilt honoring 23 of New York's Finest. A special thanks to Chief Joe Fox and the staff at Patrol Brooklyn South.
The EMS quilt is under construction in Dixon, Illinois with Sue Ramage as the team leader. The quilt is red, white and blue with the date of birth, the name of the emergency department where these dedicated emergency personnel worked, as well as the names and photos of these heroes. Surrounding the border of the quilt will be various quotes. One quote was written by EMS quilt member Sheila Werland will be included, “May Our Honor And Respect For Each Of You Be As Great And As Everlasting As Your Sacrifice Was For Us.” The quilt will share with the world the strong determination and dedication these heroes had in trying to help others not only on that fateful day but each time they answered a call. The quilt will be dedicated to the New York Emergency Medical Services NAEMT through Richard Fox. All photos have been received for this quilt.
The Pentagon quilt has many hands sewing the thread-of-life memorial to loved ones lost at the Pentagon including those from Flight #77. We have tremendous respect for all our military personnel that have protected us and continue to protect each one of us. We are at a loss for words to properly thank our military, but our hearts are deeply grateful for the protection, peace and the freedom they diligently maintain for us, for the world, and for the world’s children for generations to come. This quilt will share a reflection of the protection, peace and freedom they have given us. Irene Rose and Kathy Kline from Michigan as well as a tremendous amount of friends and co-workers will be involved in the construction of this quilt. With the number of volunteers working on this quilt it is easy to see just how important preserving the memory and life of all 9/11 victims is to all of us. This quilt will be constructed in two sections, each section will be approx 91 x 82", Lettering will be done in gold appliqué or embroidery. The quilt pattern will follow Nana's Garden Quilt that will allow us to represent all the colors associated with all military branches as well as Flight #77 airliner colors and our country colors. Included on this quilt will be the uniformed military personnel, military civilians, vendors, and the crew and passengers of Flight #77. With permission a total of 184 photos will be on this quilt. This memorial quilt will one day be dedicated and donated to the families of the Pentagon and Flight 77. Permanent placement for the Pentagon quilt will be at the Pentagon. For her help in contacting families, we’d like to extend a special thanks to Meg Falk from the Pentagon. Many photos are still needed for the completion of this quilt.
The Flight 93 quilt has been accepted and will be permanently placed in the Flight 93 memorial center in Pennsylvania when the memorial center is complete. The Flight 93 Memorial Quilt represents many aspects of our nation and its people. Incorporation of the US Flag represents each individual aboard Flight 93 as being from all corners of our country which in a moment of terror, banded together in a time of tragedy and fought against those who attempted to take the lives of many more citizens on the ground. The words, "One Nation Under God, Indivisible" represent the 40 individuals who would not be separated from their vow to stop the terrorists from further killing and took a moment to find peace and acceptance with their higher power before doing so. Representation of the State of Pennsylvania and a star, which will give description to Shanksville, represents the location of the downed airliner. Photos are 5"x7", names will be embroidered below the photo. May the families of Flight 93 find solace in knowing we shall never forget your loved ones, the Heroes of United Flight 93. Belva Gray and Connie Westrick are team leaders from Wabash, Indiana. Nearly all photos have been submitted.
The NY/NJ Port Authority Police Quilt has been completed. It was dedicated and donated to the families of the NY/NJ Port Authority on November 15, 2002 at Ground Zero. The PAPD quilt shares the deep strength, bravery and dedication of the hearts of each officer lost in the line of duty while saving others. Andrea Bair of Salt Lake City, Utah was the team leader for this quilt. This quilt is of the courthouse log cabin design that have been tilted or turned slightly at various angles to create a random design. The blocks are not repetitive or uniform, meaning each block has a slightly different form and a varying array of fabrics. The most wonderful thing about this style is that it is easy to incorporate all the personal touches (i.e. symbols and poems, patches that are unique to the USA and the New York/New Jersey Port Authority and most importantly, the victims). The photos of course are the center of each block. Each precious photo was printed on off-white fabric with strips of dark blues & reds. The darker shades of reds and blues were used so that the photos clearly stand out. The names of the victims were sewn below the photos. Surrounding the border, Pat Gibson from Park Rapids, MN, hand embroidered the names of each Port Authority officer. The French knots at the beginning of each name represent stars. Pat used them to add a special sparkle to each name, like a halo on an angel. Thank you Norma Manigan, Public Affairs of the NY/NJ Port Authority Police Department for the warm reception upon our arrival at Ground Zero. Also to Superintendant Charles D. De Rienzo and Chief Joseph Morris Jr., Allen Morrison, Public Information and Caroline Hennessey, Director of Charitable Development. We want the families and the Port Authority of NY/NJ to know we will never forget the 37 fallen officers and Sirius; their memory will forever live within us. To the officers who survived, God speed and we pray each day for your safety as you continue to protect and preserve life. A special thank you to Mrs. Cirri for the beautiful heartfelt acceptance of this quilt. Within your words, our organization realizes it meets its goal of help in healing and of remembrance of all who perished on 9/11/01. Many thanks to Mrs. Gorman, Mrs. Mazza, and Theresa Creedon, and all the families of 9/11, you all are a pillar of strength and we hold the greatest respect for you. May your loved ones memory shower you forever with courage, love and faith.
The NY/NJ Port Authority Staffing/Administrative Offices quilt is nearly complete. Robin Pappas is Team Leader, Sharon Jones is Co-Leader, and will be constructing this quilt; Lula Henley will be handling the cross-stitching for the quilt. Sioux Falls, South Dakota is where love is being sewn into this quilt. Jean Kwiatkowski of Byron, Illinois will be hand quilting this quilt soon for its completion. This quilt will nearly follow that same pattern as the Port Authority Police Quilt. Since the PAPD and the PA Staffing offices are both closely associated, we thought it be best suited to be constructed of the same or similar pattern, colors, etc. Of course there will be some differences in the two quilts but it is basically the same pattern. All photos have been received for this quilt. The quilt will be donated to the NY/NJ Port Authority Staffing/Administrative Offices.
We are very happy to announce that Ellen Donnelly will be constructing a Memorial Quilt to honor the 3 heroes of the New York State Court. Ellen is from Maumee, Ohio. Ellen is currently working on the initial design sketch of this memorial quilt.
Tribute to the lost is another way we are honoring all lost loved ones of 9-11. We are honored to have among us a warm, compassionate and talented writer who is writing a tribute poem in honor of each individual who perished. Individual poems will be mailed to each family. Diane Huggins comes to us from Burgettstown, PA.
A few words follow from Jeannie Ammermann, President of America’s 9-11 Memorial Quilts Organization. “It is with great honor to have this opportunity to help preserve all heroes of September 11, 2001. Our mission is one of compassion, support, unity and vigilance. We are not business, politically or religiously oriented, we come from all faiths, all walks of life and we come with dedication to a cause that we deeply believe, the preservation of the lost... to recognize each as a hero, to ensure we as a country of compassionate people give proper tribute and preserve the life and legacy of these lost lives. Now in our 44th month, America's 9/11 Memorial Quilts continues its commitment to preserve the memory, life and legacy of all the victims of 9-11 for decades to come. We offer our hand of friendship, hope and compassion along our journey of remembrance to say to each family, "We Will Not Forget".
Heart to heart across America, from family to family, and friend to friend the information about these loving quilts has traveled. We give special thanks to all the families and friends who have helped share the information about these loving quilts with others. A heartfelt thank you also goes out to Bill Doyle and the many family coalition groups, FDNY, NYPD, PA, NAEMT, the many employers of the WTC and Pentagon, for their support and efforts to help us reach families of our lost loved ones. We would appreciate it if people reading this story would share the quilting information with others. By reaching out to others, we wish to reach all families to inform them about this loving and compassionate memorial so they have a chance to decide if they would like to honor the memory of their loved ones name and face upon the national memorial quilts. My heart thanks you for your help.
If you have not submitted a photo of your loved one for inclusion upon the quilts please send a photo to: America’s 9-11 Memorial Quilts, 1278 Sweetwater Lane #101, Naples, FL 34110. We can also be reached through our website at www.911memorialquilts.com or email addresses at quiltmaker@comcast.net jeannieammermann@comcast.net lhaea@coiinc.com Phone Jeannie Ammermann at 239-594-9966
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Lost Officer Update - 19, Sept 2004 / Letter
Note: SOMF are in the process of responding to this request. We expect to have a plaque sent to the family of Security Officer Edward Berman, 68 - We understand the suspect has been arrested.
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Newsletter - Next Issue Aug 2005
Call, write or email for your copy.
Our last Newsletter contains pictures of the most recent fund raising event and a copy of the NYS Proclamation
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News
Recently the Associated Licensed Detectives of New York State (ALDONYS) www.aldonys.org decided to provide assistance to the fund by way of membership participation and fundraising efforts.
Funds
The SOMF account funds are managed at no cost by Merrill Lynch.
Recent Pledge
Recent efforts have resulted in the generous gift of $10,000.00 by ALDONYS member Mr. Bo Dietl with a Board approved gift of an additional $5,000.00.
Goal
Our stated goal is to obtain funds to build and maintain a memorial and offer scholastic funds for the children of those who's lives are lost. Seek continued recognition of the security (guard) officers.
Activity
Alan D. Bowles, President of SOMF, has asked Mr. Richard "Bo" Dietl of Beau Dietl & Associates and Mr. Gary Slodowski of Bowles Corporate Services, Inc. to co-chair the fund raising, promotion and events committee . Bo, will use his media and political contacts, Gary his tremors energy and industry contacts. They are confident that our funds will exceed $50,000.00 can be raised this year 2005. Additional appointments will be made for a disbursement / project committee.
Many companies and individuals have shown a renewed interest in providing assistance, including: Winfield Security, Command Security, Special Investigations, Iversen-Biondo Associates, Ingraham Investigation Agency, Panamsecurity, Reliant Security Investigations, Security Associates and Copstat, Individuals include, but are not limited to: Antonio X. Constantino, John Beck, William Vassell, Joe Vozza, Joe Biondo, Anthony Carter, Bruce Hulme, Keith Oringer, Keith Christiansen, Theresa Balfe, David Zeldin, Mike Hymanson, and John Matula.
Web Site
David Zeldin of Investicorp and APC Security has agreed to work on the SOMF web site. He is web master for ALDONYS (www.aldonys.org).
Tax Deductible
Tax deductible donations can be made to SOMF c/o BCS 673 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011. Attn. Heather Mornan, Secretary, SOMF. Gifts can also be made via Paypal.com. - Simply go to www.paypal.com and make your contribution to admin@securityofficermemorialfund.org. It is that easy! Use a credit card or check (cheque). Your receipt and a letter of thanks will be mailed to you within days.
Can you spare even a few dollars? Please give, every penny helps the future generations
Fund Raising Committee
The co-chairs of the Fund Raising Committee are Mr. Richard "Bo" Dietl, he can be reached at bodietl@beaudietl.com and Mr. Gary Slodowski, who can be reached via email at Gslodowski@bcs.ws
If you are interested in helping us help others, please write. We need your help!
Message from Mr. Anthony Carter
The following is a message from Mr. Anthony Carter, President (ALDONYS):
The NYS Senate#3788 by Order
of the Senate, adopted on 3/9/04 is a tribute to the 36 security guards who
perished during
Sept. 11, 2001 at the World Trade Center. It list the 36 security guards
and their employers. 'Bo' has requested at his own expense, the
Legislative Resolution for each individual family of those security guards who
perished to be mailed to them directly. 'Bo' office needs the addresses of
those security officers and I was informed Ray Melucci has volunteered to
ascertain said
addresses. If any of our members know who to contact please contact Ray
with the information.
Also the other Proclamations that were going to be presented at our (ALDONYS)
Awards Dinner, advised the Senators have a prior commitment the first weekend in
May and won't be able to attend, but they will do the Proclamations anyway even
thought they can't be there. So the family members who were going to be
present at the Awards Dinner are at this time no longer going to attend. I
will read a copy of the Legislative Resolution and the Proclamations at the
Awards Dinner. I have to make sure the Senators are not going to have a
representative to do the Proclamations, but at this time it doesn't appear to
they will be at
the Awards Dinner. I would like to thank John Beck and William Vassell who
volunteered to take additional tables for the families of the deceased security
guards families to help defray the cost to ALDONYS. Also to thank Richard 'Bo'
Dietl, Chairman of
the Security Guard Advisor Council, for his participation in getting the
Legislative Resolutions and Proclamations for the security guards families.
Anthony B. Carter, President
ALDONYS
Publications in memory
BCS Security News - September 2002, 3rd WTC Special Edition - Commemorative Edition
Security Officer Memorial Fund - Newsletter of May 2004
ARE YOU A LICENSED PI or WGP IN NYS? JOIN ALDONYS
16, May 2005 - A note from Alan D. Bowles, CPP
Family members of those security officers lost on 9/11 were invited to attend the ALDONYS award dinner last year on the 1, May 2004 at the New York Hilton.
I am pleased to inform you the security officer memorial fund is experiencing a second lease on life. "It's a cause who's time has come" say's Henry DeGeneste. SOMF is most grateful for all those who allow us renewed effort to ensure a permanent memorial for all officer's who gave the ultimate sacrifice. We intend to offer scholarship to the descendents of the officers, thereby ensuring the children will have a greater degree of understanding of how exactly we, the security community value their families.
We hope that by the end of 2006 the program will be running full force with fund raising and later the allocation of funds to meet the goals of SOMF. We aim to obtain a bond which will provide perpetual (residual) funds to pay monies toward the education of descendents. Our initial efforts in 2001 were not successful, perhaps due to the public attention to major organizations who were soliciting for money at that time. Our industry was reeling from the events of that time too. Now we trust the time is right and we can do something which will finally provide for the memorial to officers and meet the education desires too.
Please visit our web site often at www.securityofficermemorialfund.org
You are now able to make tax free donations to help our professionals via the web site or directly to SOMF at 673 Clifton Ave, Clifton, NJ 07011 - You can donate money on-line via Paypal.com
We thank Bo, Gary, Heather, ALDONYS for assisting us in last years fund raising. . Many thanks the entire team at ALDONYS without whom this recent drive would not be possible.
If you are an industry professional or interested party and desire to assist this cause in any way, please contact me directly via email at alan@bcs.ws
My most humble thanks to you all.
Regards,
Alan D. Bowles, CPP
President - Founder SOMF
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6, May 2004 - Fund Letter
Richard “Bo” Dietl
Fund Raising Co-Chairman
Fellow New Yorkers:
I write to you today for your assistance and support for the newly created Educational Fund and Assistance program of the “Security Officer Memorial Fund” a non-profit organization of which I am co-chairman of the fund raising committee. The fund was created to honor the memories of the many fallen Security Officers who perished on that fateful day, September 11, 2001 in lower Manhattan.
Since 9/11 we have all seen numerous tributes to our fallen heroes from the NYPD, NYFD and the Port Authority. We have heard about the countless acts of heroism exhibited that morning by our emergency response teams. But a void lingers that needs to be corrected. Little if any attention has been paid to the many Security Officers who perished that day.
I think back to that September morning and how upon learning of the attack I raced from my midtown offi