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45 years with American Airlines, she was organized, unflappable,…
| Peter, Today, we honor Mary Jane Booth, who perished on September 11, 2001. A lifelong Northern Virginian who grew up in Arlington, she spent more than 45 years with American Airlines, most as secretary to the general manager at Dulles International Airport. Colleagues say she kept the place running and friendships close. [Read Mary Jane’s full story] On the Clock 06:30 — Before the terminal wakes Lists in order, calls returned, schedules aligned. Mary Jane liked an early start, when the quiet made room for clarity. By the time most people arrived, the day already felt steadier. 11:15 — Questions: Find the right desk There’s a knack to airports: knowing which problem belongs to which person, and making introductions that actually solve things. Mary Jane had that map in her head, and she used it to help travelers and teammates feel seen. 16:40 — The handoff A few notes for the evening crew, a quick check on a new hire, a reminder to someone to head home on time. The work was logistics; the message was care. Roots & Remembrance Mary Jane’s life stretched well beyond the terminal: neighbors who became friends, routines that knit a week together, and a reputation for showing up when it mattered. Ask those who knew her, and they’ll tell you she was the person you wanted nearby on a complicated day, organized, unflappable, and kind. Read Mary Jane’s full story Thank you for taking a moment with Mary Jane today. By saying her name and carrying forward the steadiness she practiced, we honor a life that helped countless others move through their own days with a little more ease. With respect, The National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial |
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