Letter from 9/11 Flight Attendant Reaches Her Son 24 Years Later

Just months later, Lyles, a former Fort Pierce detective, would lose her life aboard United Flight 93, one of the four hijacked planes on that fateful morning in 2001. Castrillo, now a father to a three-month-old, vows to continue honoring her legacy: to live a life that would make her proud — just as she once said he made her.

A Legacy That Still Lives On

In Fort Pierce and beyond, Lyles’s name is etched in stone — literally and figuratively. A statue and engraved plaque now stand in her honor, ensuring that her bravery is never forgotten.

Shainman once shared a solemn video tribute on the 2019 anniversary of 9/11, capturing the site and reflecting on her lasting impact. The footage served as a stirring reminder of the strength and heroism that continues to resonate.