James Martello

James Martello

James Martello was a funny guy, a person that everyone liked, some of the tributes that people posted were how great and nice he was. He was born in Brooklyn, grew up in Kinnelon and lived in Montville for 15 years. James Martello moved into his dream home a month before his death. Next summer he planned to teach his boys -- James Jr., 7, and Thomas, 5 -- to fish and water ski. The family would go boating. Those dreams vanished Sept. 11 when a hijacked plane dove into One World Trade Center, where Mr. Martello worked as a partner and equity sales trader for Cantor Fitzgerald Securities. He worked on the 104th floor. Before joining Cantor Fitzgerald 21/2 years ago, Mr. Martello worked as a senior managing director for Bear Stearns in New York for 16 years. He also played middle linebacker for the Scarlet Knights. Though his team during his senior year struggled through a 5-6 season, family members recalled Mr. Martello played his best game in a 47-3 loss against the University of Pittsburgh and their All-American quarterback, Dan Marino. He was a great student in high school only with As and Bs. His credo, said his wife, Sheila, was, "If it needs to be loved, love it; if it needs to be given, give it; if it needs to be done, do it." He helped anyone that needed with several money or health problems and it’s how I’ll remember James Martello, I never spoke with him, I never saw him besides on the pictures but he’ll stay on my heart for ever as a person that was always trying to change a little bit the world for the best.

Some tributes that it’ll be nice to quote:
“Jimmy was a year behind me in high school and I remember him fondly as a big guy with a really big heart. He was nice to everyone, one of those guys you just couldn't help but like. He was a terrific athlete and I knew he would succeed at whatever he had his mind set on.”
“I never forget about Jimmy. I am inspired today because I saw a man wearing a shirt at last nights Giants game that said Jimmie Martello Foundation. I introduced myself to the man from Montville and we shared our memories of Jim. I believe his memory will carry on for many generations. My best to you all.”
“Uncle Jimmy.. i dont even know where to start.. i guess i should start by saying i love you. you were always here for me for everything.. not a day goes by where i dont think about you and how much you touched everyones lives while you were here with us. i know your right here next to me and youll help me throught this.. i have so many great memories with you.. and even though your not here to experience more with us, i know your in our hearts. you were the greatest uncle and never will be forgotten. i miss you more than anything and would give anyhting to be with you. i love you <3*” 

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