ARIAS was named for ADAM PETER ARIAS, who paid the ultimate price in the attack on America September 11, 2001. Adam P. Arias, 37, a vice president of operations with Eurobrokers, lived on Staten Island, New York. He worked on the 84th floor of Tower 2 of the World Trade Center, though he made it outside and died in the building's collapse. The type of person who made it a practice to help people in need, before Arias left the building, he warned others of the impending danger. Though he lost his life, he may have saved the lives of others. His singing style likened to that of Frank Sinatra, he wrote and played music as well. Mr. Arias is survived by Margit, his wife of just three years. We salute Mr. Arias, a hero, and name this beautiful dog in his honor.

(Source: The Chicago Tribune 10/17/01)