tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post5980592718801719110..comments2023-10-22T09:32:13.417-04:00Comments on Big Trial | Philadelphia Trial Blog: Steve D'Aguanno, Dedicated Federal ProsecutorAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04116104602505815614noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-42514026998540577382016-03-17T15:19:40.409-04:002016-03-17T15:19:40.409-04:00Steven and I were close friends in our late teens/...Steven and I were close friends in our late teens/early 20s. Although we lost touch over the years, I think of him often. I hold our long telephone conversations dear to my heart and will always remember his wit and passion about everything. Rest peacefully, my friend.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-60744021770002898002016-03-14T14:29:39.204-04:002016-03-14T14:29:39.204-04:00Hung out with Steven in my younger years lost touc...Hung out with Steven in my younger years lost touch but remembered what a nice guy he was. Wish I would have seen him in action as a lawyer. Rest in Peace!! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-90213870297449090942016-03-11T16:00:04.451-05:002016-03-11T16:00:04.451-05:00I grew up across the street from Steven and his fa...I grew up across the street from Steven and his family in South Philly. He did not have an easy life growing up, as he lost both his father and middle brother when he was still just a kid. Through focus and determination, he overcame the obstacles of his early life to become a dedicated public servant. My sincere condolences.Annette Ferrara, Esquirenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-53335965939214688602016-03-10T16:47:40.990-05:002016-03-10T16:47:40.990-05:00Condolences and prayers for Mr. D'Aguanno'...Condolences and prayers for Mr. D'Aguanno's family. I was one of many who had the opportunity to witness his dedication and quest for justice. <br />Rest in peace, Sir.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-22628863480515274552016-03-10T15:22:02.170-05:002016-03-10T15:22:02.170-05:00From the Philly.com Obituary Section:
D'AGUAN...From the Philly.com Obituary Section:<br /><br />D'AGUANNO<br />STEVE JAMES, Career prosecutor, age 48, passed away on the evening of March 1, 2016. Steve was born on Sept. 1, 1967 in Phila., Pennsylvania to Henry and Elizabeth D'Aguanno. At the time of his death, Steve was an Assistant United States Attorney for the District of New Jersey. He is survived by his wife, Emily Adams D'Aguanno; their two sons, Brian (11) and Jason (8); and brother Henry D'Aguanno. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his visitation with the family on Friday from 1:00 - 2:00 P.M. at The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Broadway Street Camden. Service 2:00 P.M. Burial at Lakeview Memorial Park will be private.<br />Published on Philly.com on Mar. 10, 2016<br />- See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/philly/obituary.aspx?n=steve-james-daguanno&pid=178001765#sthash.HwkJdt59.dpufAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-90484471021590277212016-03-10T06:31:48.386-05:002016-03-10T06:31:48.386-05:00Why has the Inquirer deliberately omitted mention ...Why has the Inquirer deliberately omitted mention of this dedicated Officer of the Court?<br /><br />Are the circumstances of his death in dispute?<br /><br />This is an extreme dereliction of duty, particularly, if the cases he was involved in may have influenced his sudden and unexplained demise.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-33792011393681499302016-03-09T20:31:39.332-05:002016-03-09T20:31:39.332-05:00Just wondering if there is more to this story........Just wondering if there is more to this story.....something just doesn't sound right?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-69286899360338744552016-03-09T16:08:21.270-05:002016-03-09T16:08:21.270-05:00Rest in peace. Knew him from when he began at D.As...Rest in peace. Knew him from when he began at D.As. Straight shooter. Fierce advocate for the government. A good guy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-19721409583984434792016-03-08T11:18:37.676-05:002016-03-08T11:18:37.676-05:00I worked with Steve many years ago in the Philly D...I worked with Steve many years ago in the Philly D.A.'s Office. He was a great guy and a great lawyer. With an inspiring personal story. He will be missed.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-50421999902985892132016-03-08T10:54:32.403-05:002016-03-08T10:54:32.403-05:00Now reflected on the website for the New Jersey US...Now reflected on the website for the New Jersey US Attorney's Office (https://www.justice.gov/usao-nj):<br /><br />IN MEMORIAM<br /><br />STEVEN D'AGUANNO<br /><br />Our U.S. Attorney's Office family has lost a great lawyer, a terrific colleague, and a dear friend. Assistant U.S. Attorney Steven D'Aguanno joined the U.S. Attorney's Office in 2003 after serving for eight years as an Assistant District Attorney in Philadelphia. He served with great distinction in both our Newark and Camden offices. He was an outstanding attorney and dedicated public servant who took on some of the most important and complex cases this Office has handled. More importantly, he was a cherished friend and colleague whose untimely death leaves us all deeply saddened. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. He will always be remembered as a highly dedicated and extremely talented career prosecutor.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-63681931320049789892016-03-07T18:41:35.924-05:002016-03-07T18:41:35.924-05:00Rest easy, Steve. Rest easy, Steve. Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07815316197891920469noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-36806504955063785022016-03-07T13:00:17.852-05:002016-03-07T13:00:17.852-05:00Steve you will be missed! I will remember you as t...Steve you will be missed! I will remember you as the hard working AUSA who would change in to your sweats to go to your children's sporting events. That is how I choose to remember you and carry on your memory! Rest In Peace SteveAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-84432764070810529282016-03-06T10:12:14.809-05:002016-03-06T10:12:14.809-05:00Steve was a good friend, and opponent. This is a r...Steve was a good friend, and opponent. This is a real shock and loss to both sides of the criminal bar!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18317568335559508372noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-76565984471004608522016-03-06T09:40:48.980-05:002016-03-06T09:40:48.980-05:00Mr.A, Can you share with your readers how many co...Mr.A, Can you share with your readers how many comments so far (and update us from time to time in the future) are not approved by you under your standards. Are they all shown--with it being stated that removed by you; or do they not even make it to the blog---I think the latter. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-1968598794572470792016-03-06T07:25:12.474-05:002016-03-06T07:25:12.474-05:00Repetitive. Your closing arguments must be painful...Repetitive. Your closing arguments must be painful. Concise and to the point is recommended. Might be time to hang up your cleats. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-40672704720331404462016-03-05T21:57:18.962-05:002016-03-05T21:57:18.962-05:00Bitterness in the face of real tragedy is just ugl...Bitterness in the face of real tragedy is just uglyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04720076504968297183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-53040653522382071632016-03-05T21:46:05.014-05:002016-03-05T21:46:05.014-05:00Personal anger and bitterness in light of tragedy ...Personal anger and bitterness in light of tragedy to a family and kids is just uglyAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04720076504968297183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-56678772715153943122016-03-05T15:24:13.410-05:002016-03-05T15:24:13.410-05:00George, your concern about not adding to the pain ...George, your concern about not adding to the pain and suffering of family members is commendable. It is unfortunate that everyone was and is not of the same mind. <br /><br />Don Mannohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10826112183769271361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-31957693613859520272016-03-05T09:51:25.686-05:002016-03-05T09:51:25.686-05:00That is a fair reply by GA. Interesting that Mr. F...That is a fair reply by GA. Interesting that Mr. Fishman is silent as to not confirming or denying his passing--likely to avoid further pain and suffering by the family. That also is understood; other than the double standard when he publicizes charges and innuendo about others without any concern of the impact on family, etc...This is possibly done to further his own career and agenda. Respect, civility and decency should be applied across the board. The passing of Mr. D is a tragic event and only prayers and faith will ease the pain. May Mr. D rest in peace, and may his family find solace with prayer and fond memories.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-29096740365865570162016-03-05T09:05:45.643-05:002016-03-05T09:05:45.643-05:00In the interest of decency and civility, given the...In the interest of decency and civility, given the nature of this story, any comments that could add to the pain and suffering of family members are being deleted. Comments pro or con about Steve D'Aguanno as a lawyer are fine. Comments about the more sensitive issue of how he died are not. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04116104602505815614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-38712518165549086742016-03-04T19:03:56.590-05:002016-03-04T19:03:56.590-05:00What is the standard of making it on the blog? On...What is the standard of making it on the blog? Only positive statements will be approved? Just asking so all readers know in advance Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-7074497544892172016-03-04T18:29:03.982-05:002016-03-04T18:29:03.982-05:00This was a really good man. I was across the court...This was a really good man. I was across the courtroom from him for four months on Merlino case in 2002 and he truly dedicated, intense, talented trial lawyer. He could have opted for more money in private practice but he had a bigger sense of commitment and justice. Rest in Peace my friend- Jack McMahonAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04720076504968297183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-89405449241941709692016-03-04T16:05:13.645-05:002016-03-04T16:05:13.645-05:00Having seen him in action and to have worked with ...Having seen him in action and to have worked with him was a honor. He was a special person that left us to soon. He loved what he did and it showed. I am a better person because of him. We will carry on without you Steve but will never forget you or what you stood for, RIP Steve you are already missed<br /> Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-34282305155401363442016-03-04T15:48:00.248-05:002016-03-04T15:48:00.248-05:00Strange, Paul Fishman's office says they can n...Strange, Paul Fishman's office says they can neither confirm nor deny his death and that there has been no press release.VHhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07407048695213636697noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8876661997317409023.post-76792651051769015052016-03-04T09:53:14.429-05:002016-03-04T09:53:14.429-05:00You will be missed Steve!You will be missed Steve!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00749971620928771593noreply@blogger.com