Pin
Photo credit: Michael Hnatov
Accession Number: C.2011.1168.3
Dimensions: 1.25 in X 1 in X 0.375 in
Dimensions (Metric): 3.175 cm X 2.54 cm X 0.9525 cm
Dimensions (Metric): 3.175 cm X 2.54 cm X 0.9525 cm
Source: Lauren Fazio
Credit Line: Gift of the Fazio Family in memory of Ronald C. Fazio
Description
Lapel pin for the Hold the Door for Others organization created in memory of Ronald Carl Fazio, Sr. The pin is a green letter "H" with the sides rendered as the Twin Towers. At the base is an open door. "HOLD THE DOOR | FOR OTHERS" is printed at the bottom in gold-colored letters.
Lapel pin for the Hold the Door for Others organization created in memory of Ronald Carl Fazio, Sr. The pin is a green letter "H" with the sides rendered as the Twin Towers. At the base is an open door. "HOLD THE DOOR | FOR OTHERS" is printed at the bottom in gold-colored letters.
Historical Notes
Bronx-born Ronald Fazio lived with his wife, Janet, in Closter, New Jersey. They had three grown children. Excited for his son’s October wedding, Ronald spent summer 2001 inspecting reception halls and flower shops. He and his son both worked at the World Trade Center. On September 11, his son had the day off. Ronald, an Aon Corporation accountant, was on the South Tower’s 99th floor. He was 57 years old.
Bronx-born Ronald Fazio lived with his wife, Janet, in Closter, New Jersey. They had three grown children. Excited for his son’s October wedding, Ronald spent summer 2001 inspecting reception halls and flower shops. He and his son both worked at the World Trade Center. On September 11, his son had the day off. Ronald, an Aon Corporation accountant, was on the South Tower’s 99th floor. He was 57 years old.
