Helen Kirsch

Helen Kirsch

Helen Kirsch Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Aug. 9 to Aug. 10, 2008.
KIRSCH, Helen, formerly of Hampton, Va., and beloved wife of William "Bill" Kirsch, died at her home in Powhatan, Va., Thursday, August 7, 2008. Helen was born and raised in Erie, Pa. She and her husband moved to Hampton in the 1950s and lived in the Wythe area. Helen retired and moved to Powhatan. She was preceded in death by her son, Robert "Bobby" Kirsch. Helen is survived by her daughter, Desiree Stowell; and son-in-law, Buzzy Stowell, of Powhatan, formerly of Hampton; three sisters, Mrs. Donald (Marjorie) Sutter, Mrs. Al (Mary) Tomczak, both of Erie, Pa., and Eleanor Coomes, of Palmdale, Calif.; four grandsons, Matt, Chip, Allen and Christopher Stowell, along with his fianc‚e, Kellie Andes and their son, Phoenix, of Powhatan and Chesterfield, Va.; and a number of nieces and nephews. A private burial service in Hampton is planned.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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August 3, 2021

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August 24, 2008

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August 17, 2008

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Kathy Chernicky

August 3, 2021

David and I miss you Aunt Helen. We often reminisce the fun we had with you and Uncle Bill when we were in Hampton. We love you.

Fred & Sandy Durr

August 24, 2008

Bill, Desi & family,
We just recently learned of your loss. Our thoughts are filled with both sorrow and fond memories. We will always remember Helen as a wonderful friend with a welcome smile. May your memories also bring you comfort in the weeks ahead.

Kathy Chernicky

August 17, 2008

Uncle Bill and Desi: I am so sad over the loss of Aunt Helen. I remember how you and Helen chaperoned the 1st date that David and I had and how much I always loved going to your house for fish fries. I loved her for the beautiful person I knew as my adopted Aunt. I am glad I was able to share this world with her and will miss her so much. Love, Kathy

Kyle, John, Jordan Borchardt

August 11, 2008

Desi, very sorry to hear that you have lost your mom. Even though we are so far away, our thoughts are right there with you. Give your dad and all of the guys our love.

Mitch Mason

August 11, 2008

Bill,
I was so sorry to hear about Helen. Let me hear from you when you are here.
Mitch Mason 723-2127

Katrina Caldwell Hayes

August 11, 2008

The Kirsch Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about Helen. I worked with her many years ago as a teenager. I am so glad to have known her. I will miss her dearly and my thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.

Arthur Holt

August 11, 2008

Desiree & Bill

We are very sorry to hear about Helen and have missed seeing you since the move to Powhatan.

Myra & Arthur Holt

Janet Patterson

August 11, 2008

Desi, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. If I can do anything for you please let me know.

Bill and Becky Schmidt

August 11, 2008

Bill,

We were very sorry to hear about Helen. If there is anything we can do for you while you are in town please let us know.

Bill and Becky Schmidt
344 Brightwood Ave

Irene Macer

August 10, 2008

We offer our sympathy and prayers to Helen's family.
Patricia (Kubeja) Golis
Irene (Dworakowski) Macer
Academy High Schol Class of 1952

Tom Brown and family

August 10, 2008

Years and years have passed....and still we are so sorry for your loss.

Patty Tomczak

August 10, 2008

Bill & Family,

So sorry to hear of your loss. Helen was a wonderful person. She will be missed by all who knew her. God Bless you all.

Love, Alan, Patty Tomczak & family

August 10, 2008

May you find comfort in the words of Isa 25:8 in the days, weeks and months ahead.
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Randy & Kaki

August 9, 2008

Desie,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother.
Our hearts are with you and your family.

Isabella Bea Green

August 9, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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