Stephanie Irby
Stephanie Irby would have fit right in on the Starship Enterprise.

"Her collection of `Star Trek’ videotapes just blew my mind," said Addison Irby, an older brother. As soon as a tape was released, she bought it. "When I tried to debate with her about what Captain Kirk did, she would take out a tape, find the exact spot and show me that I was wrong," he said.

Ms. Irby, 38, an accountant for Marsh & McLennan, who always wore "a big, bright smile," microwaved the food for her dog, Charlie, a golden retriever, said Kenneth Irby, another older brother. And she doted on her 2-year-old niece, Cecelia Melton.

Ms. Irby, who was single, shared a house in Queens with Cecelia and her mother, Stephanie’s older sister, Pam Irby.

"Stephanie was like a second mother to Cecelia," Kenneth said. "Before she died, she was about to use her own savings to open up a college fund account for the baby."

On Sept. 11, Stephanie Irby had planned to take the day off, but "she was too conscientious to miss work," Kenneth Irby said. "In the last minute, she decided to go in."

Copyright (c) 2001 by The New York Times Co. Reprinted by permission.
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Steffie in her obedience to God saved me from throwing myself into drinking and parties when I was in the midst of a divorce. She gave me a place to live that was close to my church which was literally my sanctuary at that time. I could never put into words the value I place on her hospitality at that time. She even let her dog Charlie keep me company much of the time..this was priceless to me. Luv u and miss u..and I am FOREVER THANKFUL
Nikki Joseph, Friend
Sep 11 2012 1:32AM
I hope this site/ link can help me. On 9/11/01 I was an instructor for the NYC Parks Police in Battery Park City when the attacks happened. There was a recruit female recruit the name by the name of IRBY. When I went to transport Officer Irby through the rubble, she keep crying & screaming, "My sister! My sister! My sister is up there! She's not answering my calls"! She was unconsolable and I felt helpless. Officer Irby shortly resigned from the Parks Department, I have moved on to a better job, but I am still trying to find this person, Parks Officer Irby. I do not know her first name, but every year, I go on the assumption that Stephanie Irby & Officer Irby are sisters & pray for the family as I light a candle & place a flower at WTC. Please, if there is a connection, help me find my recruit and give her my email.
Eloy Suarez, Friend
Sep 10 2012 11:03PM
I'll never forget when we had a church picnic at the park in Westbury and we were playing volleyball and Stephanie didn't agree with the call and she stated her opinion in a sweet and gentle manner. That always stayed with me. She showed what it was to have a meek and humble spirit. I remember I used to drive her home sometimes after church and she was so appreciative for the ride. I never got a chance to tell her but I admired her gentleness and I wish I had a chance to tell her that I love her and will never forget her. So Steph "I love You"!
Ellen Holland, Friend
Sep 11 2011 6:27PM
I enjoyed Steffie; I most miss her hearty laugh at things we both found funny. She was so down to earth. I miss you Girl.
Alicia Fieldings, Friend
Sep 14 2010 9:34AM
Stephanie and I are truely family in that our father is God. I met Stephanie when she first joined the Rescue Church of Christ. Stephanie and I spent lots of days together talking, laughing and her letting me drive her pale yellow car. Stephanie and I had a private hand shake that we would do most times after church service would end. I miss you Stephanie but I will surely see you again!
Vivianne Mitchell, Family
Sep 12 2010 10:37PM
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