09/14/2026
Catholic Cemeteries of Long Island recently hosted its annual open-air Remembrance Mass to commemorate 25 years since the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on America. The Mass took place at the Cemetery of the Holy Rood's September 11th Memorial in Westbury, New York.
The Mass drew hundreds of attendees, including relatives of those lost, first responders, Ground Zero workers, clergy and elected officials, filling the grounds around the Memorial. For many families, the gathering marked a rare opportunity to grieve alongside others who share their loss, while for the broader Long Island community, it reaffirmed a shared commitment to keeping the memory of 9/11 alive 25 years later.
Bishop Robert Coyle of the Diocese of Rockville Centre led the service, which drew family members of victims, first responders, Ground Zero workers and members of the Long Island community. Local elected officials in attendance included Town of North Hempstead Supervisor Jennifer DeSena, Town of North Hempstead Councilmember Robert Troiano, Nassau County Legislator Debra Mule, Nassau County Legislator Arnold Drucker, Nassau County Legislator Rose Marie Walker and New York State Assemblymember Charles Lavine.
The Cemetery of the Holy Rood's September 11th Memorial, erected in 2003, is a black granite sculpture that serves as the centerpiece of a specially designated area of the cemetery set aside for victims of the terrorist attacks. The memorial bears the names of over 500 individuals lost on 9/11 and those who worked at Ground Zero and later succumbed to related illnesses. More than 40 names were recently added to the memorial, bringing the total number of those honored to approximately 540. In front of the Memorial is the Pieta, depicting the sorrow of the Blessed Mother and her fallen son, Jesus, a reminder that Jesus rose from the dead three days later, bringing the hope of resurrection to all families who visit Cemetery of the Holy Rood.
Family members who lost loved ones on 9/11 or from 9/11-related illnesses can still add names to the memorial by submitting a special form with required information and attestation. The deceased's full name and, optionally, their profession or role will be added to the memorial. The form is available online at https://CCLongIsland.org/9-11-memorial/.
For more information, including how to add a name to the memorial, please visit www.CCLongIsland.org.
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