'I didn't realize he was saying goodbye': Wife of 9/11 victim recalls their last conversation

Twenty years ago, Kimmy Chedel received a call from her husband, Frank Doyle, who was inside the World Trade Center, on the 87th floor of the south tower. She says what happened that day is etched in her soul.
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[@SunsetOwO2011]

“Tell the kids every day for the rest of their lives i love them” That actually made cry

[@isabellavalencia8026]

So powerful

[@user-pn2vl1se2y]

From you love the Arab man

[@user-pn2vl1se2y]

I want a foreign girl living with her love, tenderness, respect, ethics and the guidance

[@jamesamelia2812]

​@@user-pn2vl1se2y WTF? What's wrong with you?

[@Chimp981]

Shouldn't people be doing that anyway? Oh wait, those things are just reserved for dummies on Valentine's day and mother's Day etc etc 🤡

[@tp8087]

So upsetting the second tower wasn't immediate evacuated.

[@Jcremo]

Given the information they had at the time, it made sense. They thought it was a tragic accident. Each tower had 25,000 people inside at the time. Evacuation of 50,000 people into the streets when emergency services were trying to get in was a logistical nightmare. Their efforts were focused on what they thought was the most immediate danger. It’s unimaginably sad, but understandable.

[@kylieminou7775]

Nobody thought the towers would fall. The previsions were for fires, not for big jet planes hitting the buildings, so people staying put and waiting for the firefighters kind of made sense, unfortunately it was not to be

[@lifechanges557]

I know I thought that for so many years, why did they not evacuate when the other tower was hit.. so many people would have lived..

[@Teecreole]

I feel same way, I wish they would of put some urgency in leaving the second towers

[@mejuffrouminnie]

According to another documentary where survivors tell their story, some people did go down to leave the South Tower after the North Tower got hit but were told to make their way back to their offices.

[@jimbobshambles]

For Frank to remain cool and collected under such incredible stress tells me he was a strong man. May he rest in peace along with the other victims.🙏

[@karenv3494]

He knew it was likely the end.

[@KimSyracuse-hy2wk]

Yes to them y'all 😊😊

[@imajeepster]

I guess they wanted to sound calm and collected because they didn't want their loved ones to worry, and they had limited time to get it out. Poor man.

[@Palkiana]

That he wasn't concerned about himself at all, he just wanted to comfort his wife and kids was so beautiful. RIP Frank Doyle

[@dashien2605]

A True Man and a Dedicated Father

[@andersondawn3631]

It’s heartbreaking seeing the photos of him. 20 years on his daughters have grown up and his wife has aged, but he’s frozen in time.

[@suzannaj3834]

Yes. I thought the same thing. He will be forever young.

[@deniseganey6890]

Bless this Woman's strength, love and courage. She's a beautiful soul as us her daughter ❣️

[@ImaazeDa3th]

yeah, this strange world we exist in..

[@queenbutterfly4888]

It’s horrible

[@RatsRatsIsthebest]

Mhm

[@hrae91]

The daughter looks like her father. I hope she takes comfort on knowing that her father will always be with her.

[@valmacclinchy]

She has his eyes. RIP Frank, and prayers for family and friends 🙏 ❤

[@Emalye.Saeeeeeeeee]

@@user-ic6kv7dj4x tf ??!

[@dadillonful]

But he’s literally not, he died 20 years ago

[@shilohhannivig-jones1945]

@@user-ic6kv7dj4x can you keep your negative opinion to your self???

[@kailajensen1021]

@@user-ic6kv7dj4x he was at work what do you mean play games...??

[@shmo6140]

OMG this is horrible!! They told them to stay in the tower. If they wouldn't have said that a lot of these people would still be alive today. Heartbreaking!!

[@paulorocky]

That would certainly not be the case these days.

[@patsyknight5028]

22 years later, this day still breaks my heart.😢

[@MrJamiez]

Blame your own government.

[@MrJamiez]

Imagine still crying 21 yrs later. 😂

[@senpai1135]

@@MrJamiez ok

[@skyghostface7304]

21

[@tunze3020]

@@MrJamieztate fan checkkk.. are you good? more than 2000 people died. what if ur family was in those towers trapped

[@ITZ_TOCA_STITCH]

What a horrible realization that he knew it was probably the last time he would talk to his wife. God bless y’all I am so sorry.

[@elliec7677]

I am just so heartbroken when I think of this and how horrifying it must have been for that group of people on the roof. I cannot imagine 😔 it sounds like they would have had a calming man there though knowing that Frank was there and spoke to his wife like he did. I pray that they were able to find peace in their final moments amidst the chaos surrounding them 😔😔😔

[@EbonyJ-rt5bb]

💔😞

[@Love-nx7fo]

So many people stayed in the building due to the orders and died. That part makes me mad.

[@fridperon3670]

Fire goes up but as last time some believed helicopters would save them.A man i knew did. just that. Went up to roof and was trapped.God bless this Family.

[@MrJamiez]

😂

[@rachelwilliams2896]

I don’t know how she’s keeping her composure. I don’t even know him and I’m crying 😢

[@jodrew1845]

When you're a widow, at about the 7 to 10 year mark, you just get sick and tired of crying all the time. It doesn't mean you don't love, feel the loss or become distant. You just learn to live with and accept the truth of your "new normal."

[@rachelwilliams2896]

@@jodrew1845 I suppose you have a point. You sound like that’s coming from experience, if so I’m so sorry

[@missdaydreamss]

because its your first time hearing about this. and her 100th time explaining it.

[@vivis9946]

I believe she has mourned him for several years. I feel she is strong enough emotionally to talk about him. I am still angry people trying to leave the 2nd building but was turned around. That was the biggest mistake the building Security made.

[@rachelwilliams2896]

@@vivis9946 yea that upsets me too. Even if the second tower hadn’t been hit how did they know the first tower wouldn’t have taken it down or something when it fell ?

[@samiyakhan4579]

She’s really a good woman and has raised her children well. She was sincere to his last wish. And the fact that she’s continued to do great for others in the world in his name after what happened to him is so beautiful. He looks like he was a wonderful man and both mother and daughter have truly honoured him. Great example for others.

[@user-yp5el1mu2s]

I lost my father just after turning 3. He was a firefighter. I feel the same as Zoe. I remember the loss, the immediate aftermath, and missing him, but I am uncertain whether other things that feel like memories are truly memories or more based on stories people have told us about him, photos I have seen, etc.

[@annehunt787]

@user-yp5el1mu2s My opinion (that I know you didn’t ask for) is you get to make your memories any way you can. His was a life cut short so if you have to borrow from others, I’m sure he’d be okay with it. As a parent, I would be. I also want to thank you for his service.

[@user-yp5el1mu2s]

@@annehunt787 Thank you.

[@rinchend4531]

I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@user-yp5el1mu2s]

@@rinchend4531 thank you

[@vonHammock]

For whatever it is worth from a random stranger on the net, im also sorry for your loss and wish you good luck with everything you do in life, im sure he is watching over you somehow

[@baby.dabs721]

He was so courageous, even in his last moments he was trying to save as many as he could

[@Babygirl_fay]

@@handlescamsam how is this funny

[@Anthony.and.Bigsis]

@@handlescamsam what?

[@christinepoynter5810]

Have you ever thought about improving your spelling?

[@kendall7117]

@@christinepoynter5810 they have no spelling errors LMAOOOO

[@damienphoenix1554]

@@christinepoynter5810 have you ever thought about learning how to read?

[@sandyangel4243]

Looks like she did a good job with his daughter. He would be proud. God bless you

[@stupidamerican8646]

may Allah bless you

[@inflixi187]

The daughter is twerking on tiktok

[@mikehoncho2697]

@@inflixi187 @?

[@hudsonm360]

@@mikehoncho2697 🤦‍♂️

[@littlereddress82]

Their daughter. Not just his child. She did all the work bringing her into the world. Mostly did all the work anyway

[@patkeenan5650]

20 years. It seems like yesterday No matter how many times I watch something like this it still chills me to the bone

[@Henry.58]

We all can recall where we were when we got the news of the Towers being hit. I was on a construction site and the catering truck guy told our crew when we were taking our break. We all went home immediately !

[@liliaurquiza2138]

It makes me so, so very 😔 sad 😢

[@PlayshotKalo]

The interviewer did great. Frank’s wife is the epitome of strength and loyalty to her husband, building up a foundation in his name and building on to his legacy. Great job raising great children mama

[@dmun8508]

Reporter was getting kinda emotional after kimmy told the story about franks last calls, you don’t really see that from news reporters and it just shows how much this still effects people even after 20 years.

[@pedaldownpetalsup]

well said i heard that

[@lynrowan2521]

I agree. The reporter handles this whole interview perfectly. He was kind, respectful, quietly spoken, he asked really interesting questions...I was impressed with his tact and kindness. To the Doyle family, your grace and courage in the face of horror are inspirational. Frank looked like a great man, clearly adored his wife and children, and his spirit lives on. What a loss to the world. My deepest condolences.

[@cassiem3893]

I noticed how great this reporter was, and the quality of his questions. Nice to see!

[@MrJamiez]

Lzzz

[@belindaintexas8789]

This interviewer handled this with such sensitivity. He did an excellent job. Don't know his name but he was exceptional.

[@RRBX]

Don’t know if I would have referred to their last verbal exchange as potentially “haunting”.

[@SandraHof]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@NycSt8ofmynd]

Same, that was a bit 2 far

[@natalieerickson5519]

Truly. Fully agree. Prayers you, and anyone reading this, are blessed.

[@pebble312]

@@RRBXsome people gotta find a problem with anything and everything 🙄🙄

[@TruLaker4Life22]

That poor young woman fighting back tears talking about her Father. God bless her ❤

[@wms72]

Cried for this man and wife, and their family. Prayers for all the victims. God will reunite you all again. I'm so sorry for your loss and pain.

[@bizzledrizzle1061]

Lmao

[@sharonward5637]

Amen.,☁️🎺👼💒🙏🌹

[@prettydoll8505]

@@bizzledrizzle1061your an awful person. Hope karma gets you back

[@JE-ji3cw]

Amen

[@edwardheart8482]

We love you Africa will never forget your husband Frank , We are grateful for the legacy your family is doing in your honor for Africa. From Liberia , with appreciation

[@alison4316]

This warms my heart ❤️

[@Bobobaggins93747]

💕💕💕

[@annieoops6243]

That is so sweet ❤

[@goingfarwebb26]

Love to africa🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿❤️💪🏿💪🏼

[@budgirl1368]

♥️♥️🙏🏻

[@marietjiehildebrandt1324]

5 schools built here in South Africa! Wow for team Frank!!!! Such a worthy cause. Well done

[@MariaDiaz-uq3yx]

♥️♥️

[@vogelvogeltje]

Marikie

[@desireerangiah8705]

Baie dankie 🙏

[@caseyjones7235]

His final words to his wife and children in that very short time is a million times more love than my father has ever shown me.

[@lizettewanzer8650]

😥

[@StellaGizzi]

Same here Casey. God bless x

[@mamaray8903]

Same. My father wouldn't have even called. I have to laugh at that or I'll cry

[@faithnaidoo7647]

Same here!!.Casey.God bless.

[@candelariadelazar4390]

Same here. Last time I saw my dad he said he would make sure I never would get a penny from him after he died. Very sad. I have made peace with him now that he has passed away.

[@blane6592]

Very brave mom and daughter!!! Frank is definitely PROUD of his family!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@care-a-lot1051]

Wow I never knew that tower 2 was told to stay in place. Just imagine all the people that would have made it out had they made the decision to leave immediately.

[@ilovesuisse1]

Yeah, i think i would have left regardless of what an intercom would have said.

[@kathymcmahon6582]

@@ilovesuisse1 DEFINITELY, I would NOT have listened to anyone other then myself

[@absatwell8163]

I think they authorities felt like it would be safer than everyone running out, but I would have gotten the hell out of dodge.

[@user-xm3wd8tz6d]

Some people didn’t listen and left anyways.

[@absatwell8163]

@@user-xm3wd8tz6d I would have, but I think everyone thought (well, from watching the news at the time) that the first plane was an “accident”. Then I watched the second plane fly in. 😢

[@amor2874]

This was honestly one of the most beautiful interviews I’ve ever seen. Kimmy and Zoe are incredible speakers. Frank has to be so incredibly proud. Kudos to the interviewer as well. Just well done all around.

[@PiecesOfJenus]

I agree.

[@BudFuddlacker]

Calm down

[@Monkforilla]

Zoe looked lifeless and was smiling at all the times you shouldn’t be smiling *sigh*

[@Monkforilla]

@@BeatlesCentricUniverse I already saw it ! She never knew her father so she’s just happy the whole time

[@richardjones3792]

​@@Monkforilladumb comment

[@cmcproductions26]

There's something about the way his wife tells a story. She had me so drawn in, that I literally blocked out everything around me, and listened closely. Frank would definitely be proud of his family.

[@FacheChanteDeux]

I live in Manhattan, lost a relative in tower 1 and I saw it happen in real time while running home from my office- this interview shook me to my core. This will always be the worst day of our lives. Rip, sending blessings to this sweet family.

[@whitedragoness23]

We’re you close to the twin towers?

[@vajidalishah3595]

My condolances

[@CDN1975]

Heartbreaking to know that many could have lived had they evacuated the South tower. This family is incredibly strong. God bless them.

[@thrivermedias1880]

They would have been hit by debri and even by people falling was one concern though. Also they may have expected bombs or other violence in the streets or other buildings …could have been more terrorists.

[@markpimlott2879]

It's a sad reality that many in the South Tower who were below the impact devastation, saved their lives by ignoring the bland reassurances programed for much less devastating situations! Believe your selfsurvival intuition!!

[@vanesagvl9095]

Outraging to hear that they were specifically ASKED to stay in their offices. AND I don't know if you missed this part, but the exits were LOCKED!

[@amelie-db7gu]

@@vanesagvl9095 was that before the south tower was struck in order to avoid a stampede and more casualties?

[@jimwerther]

​@@vanesagvl9095 Not ALL the exits. The ones on the 87th floor.

[@j.6023]

When the reporter asked Kimmy if she's haunted by this call, I thought she's had 7,300 days to think about that call, probably multiple times a day - naturally it's etched into her soul. What a profoundly sad day that was.

[@gloriafigueroa7129]

The love he had for his family keeps them going. All those home videos shows how much he adored them.

[@ruffymaru]

This really touches me as a father. I love my daughter and I know for a fact that if I could left a last message I would tell exactly what Frank said: "Don't let her forget how I love her".

[@GothicConservative]

Why do I hurt myself watching these I cry everytime even though it’s been 20 years. It’s so tragic. I can’t phantom the absolute horror these people went through that day. Never forget. Make sure this younger generation knows the severity of that frightful day.

[@westcoastbred7745]

Because you are a basket case

[@heatherkaye8653]

because you feel like it is your responsibility to bear witness to the tragedy, and to never forget as you honor those who suffered the most in the tragedy. Because you care and have a heart. *hugs from afar*

[@GothicConservative]

@@heatherkaye8653 thank you heather god bless you ♥️

[@stj971]

And who actually did it and why

[@KCRUBYWOO]

Same... I remember this day like it was yesterday. I was 12 and in school at the time. It's very haunting and sad to hear real stories of families. 🥺🥺

[@llu2736]

This is so terrorizing, unbelievable, don't know what type of threapy can ease this pain. RIP to him and all victims.

[@noorgonzalez1076]

HOPE IN ALMIGHTY GOD BIBLE BOOK OF JOB 42 JOHN 5:28 1CORINTHIANS 1:3,4 REVELATION 21:3,4 PSALM 37:10,11

[@lilyth682]

@@noorgonzalez1076 Do you really believe in a God who let these horrible things happen? Gosh, you are incredible...

[@JJ-iq8mi]

@@noorgonzalez1076 Religion has a lot to answer for.

[@LAkadian]

Yeah I know. So terrorizing. Terroristic even. Lol

[@ktng3176]

@@lilyth682 Definitely, God like to help wherever he can but nobody is able to avoid their past KARMA, according to Buddha.

[@boop9430]

I cannot imagine the pain she went through and still goes through everyday, I cried just from hearing her talk about the last phone call between her and her husband 😢

[@pocketlinttreasures33]

Oh my God this is absolutely heart breaking. He looks like he loved his children so much. It's so unfair that they have missed so many years with him. His wife is so strong. I am so sorry for your loss Doyle family.

[@vonny10096]

What a kind gentle guy that interviewer is...his voice sounded like a hug.... Wonderful family, team and legacy

[@michaelchen3765]

The memories of Frank showed in this video were so elegant, and it shows how much of a role model he was to his young children at the time. It's hard to lose your father at such a young age. His courageous actions will live on. If he were alive today, he must be so proud of Zoey for getting her undergrad. As a fellow Canadian, I pray for this family. RIP Frank.

[@Syphaxx5]

Words can’t describe the heartbreak. RIP to all the victims 🕊️.

[@adanam6377]

Life unfair to lose someone like Frank. He looks like an amazing human being. Rest in power and bless your family. He is for sure so proud and looking down.

[@sharonward5637]

Amen.☁️🎺👼💒🙏🌹

[@Boboman2OO]

Another misconception. Who dies and looks down on us? If a dead person's soul has the power to look down on us, they would come back and live with us. Be true believers and look through the scriptures well.

[@vogelvogeltje]

@@Boboman2OO to hell with your man made scriptures.

[@jeanandre6998]

@@Boboman2OOth ey come back as others. Talk what you know, not what you feel….

[@Boboman2OO]

@jeanandre6998 who were you before, or who will you be next time?

[@elizabethcombs885]

I cannot fathom this family’s pain and heartache. I couldn’t imagine getting a call like that and then never getting to speak to my husband or family member again. My heart hurts for them.

[@yvetteandjorgenlarsen9753]

So thankful my husband and I spoke on the phone one last time just minutes before he died. He was always so loving.

[@Angie-jm8kp]

@@yvetteandjorgenlarsen9753 bless you ❤️

[@user-pn2vl1se2y]

I want a foreign girl living with her love, tenderness, respect, ethics and the guidance

[@user-pn2vl1se2y]

Your words are very fourth

[@CCitis]

Godspeed Frank. You were a strong, brave man. And we will not forget you, and so many others. RIP Sir.

[@gaykid80]

What a great mother and wonderful example to her kids. The way she is keeping their father’s memory alive is incredibly touching. All the love from the other side of the pond.

[@brigreen689]

I know noone knew how things would end up but i really hate they were told to stay in place when they could of been evacuating 😢

[@alycooper1932]

I agree. :( i guess they just had no idea that the building would collapse. Absolute shock to everyone.

[@latoyah52]

I agree this is heartbreaking that some listened and stayed in the office.

[@carlatoppins8567]

@@latoyah52 For true, sadly those that advised them to stay figured it would be safer.

[@Inciliusnebulifer]

In retrospect we can say that telling them to stay was a poor decision. But honestly at the time that they made the call they didn't know it was an attack. Assuming that it was just one plane accident in the other tower it would be far better to keep people safe in the untouched tower rather than streaming out onto the street below right in the path of a collapsing building.

[@carlatoppins8567]

@@Inciliusnebulifer Agreed! Never in a million years would they've fathomed a plane hitting/taking out the 1st tower let alone the 2nd.:(

[@catchmeimfallingheadoverheels]

i can’t help but cry when i hear their stories 😣😣😣

[@eytonshalomsandiego]

Those poor children...May their father's memory always be a blessing...

[@duduguma2305]

I'm watching this video from South Africa. I would like to thank Kimmy and Zoe for choosing our country in building schools in memory of their loving husband/father, Frank Doyle. Their story has shaken me to the core. I'm so glad that they have photos and videos to remember him with. May God bless you all Doyle family.❤

[@tarabennett24]

This is so heartbreaking 💔 he fought for his life until the end

[@allison1070]

I og.

[@allison1070]

I og.

[@allison1070]

You uouiuiui Be at

[@picklep9812]

The reporter sounded like he was crying

[@ava-ob9ek]

I would be

[@utuber9912]

He would be so very proud of you all. He looked like he was a loving, great daddy. It's a blessing to have so many pictures and video of your time together. I'm so very sorry for your tragic loss.

[@marycarr1581]

the fact that they said tower 2 is ok just drives me mad. I dont know how she is not crying, this just makes me tear up anytime i hear these stories.

[@genregurl]

This ripped my heart out.

[@amelieholbrook3001]

I think this interviewer did an amazing job of letting both Kimmy and Zoe speak. The questions were appropriate and kind, and he didn't interrupt them, he actually let them talk (which is not always the case with interviews).THANK YOU for this interview. RIP Frank Doyle, Kimmy and Zoe, I am thinking about you! Thank you, CBC/Radio-Canada for sharing this with us!

[@melissamiller5972]

I worked at a middle school. I remember that moment when all of this happened. I walked up to my friend and just burst into tears. She grabbed ahold of me and hugged me. She was like the mom figure at work. A lot of parents picked up their kids and we were let go for the day. I became obsessed with the news just praying they would pull more people alive out of the rubble. Each and every person that lost someone was in my prayers and they still are to this day.

[@mary9104]

I am not even from there,but I can't stop crying.Imagine how much people thinking there that they are coming for them ,my God😢

[@mariadmello2136]

Beautiful family. He’s so brave and strong. Bless his soul.

[@AllRounder-oo5zb]

The moment she said tell his kids everyday that how much dad loved them... it broke my heart ... RIP!

[@0kieD0kiee]

It’s absolutely horrific that people were told to stay in the buildings and weren’t told to evacuate immediately

[@nutrition182]

Makes you wonder doesn't it. Even if they thought Tower 2 wasn't hit surely you would ask them to leave as a precaution, just in case.

[@andykod77]

I honestly cant believe its been over 20 years,really where have those years gone ,it literally feels like it was a recent tragic event to me.

[@pootypump7440]

In some ways, it seems more like 15 years ago to me instead of 22. In others, it was long ago. I was looking at an old missing persons case recently from 1992 which is still unsolved, or so they say. Now that is another world ago to me.

[@stephenfermoyle4578]

Frank Doyle sounds like a great guy and God Bless the family

[@acz1027]

Omg this is so sad, but his wife has done an amazing job raising those children, RIP Frank 🙏😊

[@sixteeschyl]

Zoe is the image of her dad.He lives on in her ❤❤ & is, & always was so proud of his children 😢 As a dad myself, this is beyond heartbreak.

[@AyeoItsItaBaby]

As soon as she said her girlfriend said "Frank's tower just got hit" and from there I started crying... This is always a tragedy and we all move forward day by day day not affected and not even phased. God bless this family and all others directly impacted...

[@elliec7677]

So amazing to hear how strong and courageous Frank’s wife has been since he passed. I get so heartbroken when I hear the stories from the victims families but this testimony made me smile. Knowing that they were able to remember Frank in that way and create a foundation in his name that will continue to help so many kids in South Africa. Congratulations to his daughter on her graduation too, such an amazing achievement 💗💗💗

[@knjmoorhouse5093]

Awesome way to memorialize a family member, helping others in their name.

[@tula1433]

What a handsome man and loving father he seems to be! What a tragedy. Blessings to his family. ❤

[@yayadolmo]

I just got so emotional hearing this story 20 yrs later!

[@ChloeAlexander]

His legacy is forever. We remember Frank Doyle, from Illinois.

[@robertramirez1082]

As a father this story just tore me apart. 😭😭😭😭 He's watching over you everyday. Rest in Peace Frank, and every person that lost their life that horrible day.

[@isaackorir861]

WHAT A STRONG WOMAN. I am weeping.

[@willbillington3565]

The resilience shown by these two is simply amazing. They have responded in the best possible way to such an unfathomably tragic event.

[@tanyaowen8223]

It had to be hard but what a brave family here. God bless and keep you ♥️

[@restinaaprilianti4798]

The slight of sadness in Kimmy's eyes tho 😣

[@danyellejones5871]

I couldn't imagine having to call my loved ones and calmly say goodbye without freaking out. The courage and calmness it took.

[@sherryt9152]

That was a sensitive interview that shone the focus on Frank and his family in an honorable way. Great journalism!❤❤❤

[@tivie9261]

Still thinking & honoring of you "Cookie" former coworker flight attendant who was a former Philadelphia police officer prior to working at United Airlines...her flight hit 2nd tower. UA 93 love & miss you guys too, proud to have worked with great people.

[@sharonleis1365]

Lovely of you to share your thoughts. 🇨🇦

[@CherokeeinWyoming]

My neighbor was the pilot on Flight 93. Such a tragic day in American history. Never forgotten ❤

[@patriciahall2223]

I am so sorry for you all , God Bless your beautiful husband Frank , he would be so very Proud of you all today . Beautiful Family .

[@deniseganey6890]

Amen

[@risapaige7579]

So heartbreaking and I’m in tears hearing their story. Very handsome man he was😢

[@dearcole123]

This brought tears to my eyes. What a wonderful way to remember their father and to help the world around them. Beautiful family. The videos of Frank show a man who loved his kids and family, you can see how proud of his kids he is. Thank you for sharing.

[@lindalawon9151]

God Bless you, daughter, and son Endlessly for all you have done and is still doing with and for your family and keeping Frank's legacy alive.

[@rosetta-kittytarot7093]

This story makes you count your blessings and never leave on a argument ! I’m glad he got to speak to her! Such a brave women to be able to tell this story! X

[@daynalynnxo]

When you’re personally depressed and you watch this… uncontrollable tears 😭

[@richardwebb8203]

Its almost 22 years ago, these stories still bring tears to my eyes.

[@kp6823]

Zoe looks just like her dad, Frank. So many hugs and prayers for your family. 🕊

[@LNatureblush]

This is so devastating, hearing this story. I am so sorry. I am heartbroken ❤️🇺🇸. We will never forget.

[@gtf5392]

Excellent interviewer. He really showed a lot of empathy and compassion. The daughter is for sure making her dad proud.

[@njb1528]

Heartbreaking and a reminder about how horrible that day was for so many. This is an incredible Mom story too. And great job Zoe.

[@GioiaMancuso]

Kimmy you and your kids are amazing. So brave. You were so lucky to hear Frank's voice for the last time. My father died 10 years ago in a shipwreck here in Italy and I wasn't that lucky. It happened on December 15. I hadn't heard from him for a week before the tragedy happened. I lived in Milan then and my family lived here in Pompeii. But we were blessed from his body's recovery the day after. He was 77 years old and I can't stop believing that whether it happened on summer, he would have saved himself. He was an amazing swimmer. I know what you feel, how you feel. I'm 50 now and I miss him every single day.

[@khloeconlin]

I’m sorry 🤍

[@kathymcmahon6582]

My prayers are with you and your family.

[@GioiaMancuso]

@@khloeconlin ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@GioiaMancuso]

@@kathymcmahon6582 thank you so much Kathy.

[@southcoast80]

Sending love to your family from England, so sorry for your loss.

[@kiriforever1]

You know Kimme, Frank knew how to select his very strong & worthy partner/wife. God bless you & your family.

[@katytaylor681]

What a lovely family. And a great friend who came straight to her that day.

[@jennf9981]

My heart hurts so much for them and for all those who lost their loved ones.

[@Cusp_of_magic]

The Mom is so strong. I like her statements. So sad he was taken from his family, you can tell he really loved his children..😔

[@betsykeller9096]

This was a really great interview. Very sensitive, and very revealing. Thank goodness for that family's love, and thank goodness for their social network.

[@westcoastkm6112]

My ❤ goes out to this family. Her re-telling of Frank's last phonecalls to her gave me chills. Their daughter (Zoe) is so poised and articulate - it was touching to hear from her as well.

[@stefincanada]

it's really nice to know that many of his lifetime friends take time to tell the children about their dad and help them get to know him in spirit

[@catlady4863]

I'm in such a amazement and give comfort of pride to all of the families who lost someone that day and every parent that raised children up over the years are incredible to me. You've all done such wonderful jobs with your children. Amen

[@MISNM0]

Echo❣

[@mereanawi6194]

The chubby baby is so cute 💜 It was a Wednesday morning in New Zealand and I saw the towers on TV thinking it was just a fire - I was only six - RIP ❤

[@joancrawford1146]

I’m so glad she got that call! I’m so sorry that she had to hang up!

[@jojo1828v]

Every single story rips me apart. I sobbed as I watched the TV and saw people holding hands and jumping to their deaths. Please know that others grieve for the loss of lives, every single one. It is truly an American heartbreak.

[@dianetucker2711]

What an amazing wife and mom❣️