ELIAS was named for JUDE ELIAS SAFI, who paid the ultimate price in the attack on America September 11, 2001. Jude Elias Safi, 24, Brooklyn, New York, was employed by Cantor Fitzgerald as an assistant trader for only 4 months. Mr. Safi enjoyed all things '50s: Elvis, Sinatra, his '57 Chevy pickup, and vintage clothing. He even knew the lyrics to all Elvis & Sinatra songs. He was a fan of the New York Yankees and Knicks. A graduate of the College of Staten Island, Mr. Safi is survived by his parents. We salute Mr. Safi, a hero, and name this handsome dog in his honor.

(Source: The New York Times 11/1/01)