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Gabrielle Kammerer
November 24, 2013
Dear Barbara and Michael,
I never knew this happened. . I always had such fond feelings for Abe. He sat next to me in our Modern Architecture class and although I was dating someone at the time — I had the most enormous crush on your son and would go out of my way to see him or hug him or walk by him at Rugby practice. I thought he was so brilliant and fun and handsome. After college I even stole away to visit him one night in Tivoli just so I could sit by his side. . All and all — he was an amazing young man. I am tremendously sorry and sad for your loss. Sending you all of my love. Gabrielle Kammerer, Bard College Class of 2004
January 10, 2010
Dear Michael, Barbara, Hannah and Family,
Although these remarks are late, having just learned of your loss we send our most heartfelt support. We had many conversations with both of you, Barbara and Michael, about each of your children on the soccer field sidelines or in the stands at a hockey rink. We always appreciated your insights and felt your love and appreciation of the gifts and individuality of each child.
We send our deepest sympathy for the loss of Abe.
Fondly,
John McKenna, Linda Bucci, Jaime and family
frances tewey
December 12, 2009
I am so very sorry to hear of the death of your son. I truly feel your pain. Reach out to the love that is shown you. It helps.
Barbara Copithorne
December 4, 2009
Dear Mike and Barbara,
We just heard about Abe's untimely death, and we are utterly heartsick. Dave, Jake, Lexy and I are so saddened by your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Barbara
Paul Sartori
November 9, 2009
I was a colleague of Abe's at OnForce where he was respected and well-liked. He will be missed. My sincere condolences to the Jellenik family.
Guy Gomolka
November 8, 2009
Dr. Jellinek,
I believe we are all here to serve a unique purpose, as we live our lives each day, to the extent that we are permitted to. No words can even begin to ease the tormenting pain you and your family must be dealing with. Only living life one day at a time, fulfilling purposeful and meaningful objectives each day, can anyone in these circumstances begin to understand how the roles in our lives play out in this fragile world we live in.
You are a testament to your ongoing work, professional background and great reputation. You are even placed in a crucial role of balancing your personal grief along side with your personal responsibilities and to those of NWH. I hope you find the continued strength and even more important, the patience in your heart to those around you, who love and care about you and for yourself as well. I am convinced that it is paramount for you to continue with your life's goals, in the spirit of your tragic loss.
I only met you for a brief time at a "90 day" (new employee of NWH luncheon), not too long ago. You immediately impressed me as having a special gift that very few people posses. I am sure you will be blessed with the continued strength of using that gift, for understanding and motivating all those around you.
With my deepest, sincere condolences.
Susan Chase
November 8, 2009
Dear Dr. Jellinek.
I work for NWH and was on vacation when you lost your son. I don't know your family nor you personally but I still want to express my sincerest condoloncess for your loss. I am very sorry and I hope you find strength at this very difficult time while remembering fond memories of your son.
Robert Lowney
November 6, 2009
So young. I was so sorry to learn the sad news about Abe. My most sincere sympathy to the Jellinek family.
Jane Taylor
November 5, 2009
I am so sorry. He may have vanished from our midst, but always will his "twinkling bell persist"...
Patty Kellogg & Herb Brody
November 4, 2009
Dear Michael, Barbara, David, Sarah, Hannah, and Izzy,
Herb and I are profoundly saddened by Abe’s passing. Those days of “Abe! Lincoln!” soccer are some of our fondest memories, along with Abe’s amazing throw-ins and other athletic feats. We loved being around Abe and your whole family. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
Love,
Paul, Pat,Tom and Kathleen Hennessy
November 4, 2009
Mike, Barbara, Izzie and the entire Jellinek family-- We were shocked and saddened to hear of Abe's tragic passing and want to wish you all our deepest condolences and sympathy.
Anna Dunwell
November 4, 2009
Dear Dr. and Mrs. Jellink,
News of your recent tragedy reached me in the Nov.4th Newton Tab. As a former Mason Rice Mom I will always remember your son and send my condolences and sympathy to you and your family as you endure this heart wrenching loss.
Stephen Rothschild
November 4, 2009
Dear Barbara and Michael:
I just learned of the awful news about the sudden death of Abe. I am shocked and saddened.
As childhood friends, it is unfortunate that the loss of loved ones is the catalyst that brings us back together. I hope we can get reunite in the near future under better circumstances.
I am so sorry for your tragic loss.
Love,
Steve
Sandra Sexson
November 3, 2009
My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time of unfathomable loss. Please let me know if there is anything at all we can do for you and your family.
Anthony Souza
November 2, 2009
As most people hearing this dreadful news,..I do not know what say? All the Jellineks's came into the barbershop...he's so young, they are such a fantastic family! stay strong,,sorry Izzy, Dr. J. and Hanna peace Tony Souza Centre Barbers
Nancy Terres
November 2, 2009
Dear Mike and Barb,
I am heartsick to hear about your son Abe's death. Barb and I were pregnant at the same time, were due within weeks of each other, and had the same obstetrician, so often found ourselves in the waiting room on the same days. Abe was the baby born from that time. Even though I never met Abe (Barb delivered before I did) I always felt he was connected in some way to my own daughter born shortly after.
My thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies are with you all.
Tim Quigley
November 2, 2009
Mike and the entire Jellinek family-I am heartsick about the loss of such a wonderful person at such a young age. I never met Abe but have worked with Mike over the past 20 years and have the utmost respect and affection for him, so I know that Abe was a special person, son and brother. I personally and all of here at the South Shore Hospital management team express our deepest sympathies for this tragic loss. Tim Quigley
Patrick O'Gara
November 1, 2009
Dear Mike, Barbara, DJ and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat O'Gara and family.
BJ Beck
October 31, 2009
Mike and family, Though I only met Abe once, I felt I knew him from the wonderful, illustrative stories you told about him in our child seminars. I was moved then, and still, by your appreciation and acceptance of the nature and nuance of each of your children. My thoughts are with you all.
Bob DeNoble
October 30, 2009
Dear Mike and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. All of my colleagues at the Marino Center send our sincere condolences.
Noah Chasin
October 29, 2009
Dear Family Jellinek:
I was a professor of Abe's at Bard, and also a good friend. When I first met him I told him that he looked and acted just like my brother did when he was a student at Bard from 1988–92. Further coincidence: I grew up in Newtonville. Abe was one of the most special students I have had the pleasure to meet, and stories by and about him abound in my personal life. I know that many of my fellow faculty members feel the same way, and we have grieved together these past couple of days. I cannot convey the depth of my sadness for all of you at this time. You and Abe are in my thoughts constantly, and I send you my most sincere condolences.
Charles Brinton
October 29, 2009
Michael: Friends fom Newton North just called me about Abe's passing. My wife, Lorraine and son Christopher who volunteers in the cafeteria at the hospital, are so saddened for your loss. You have our deepest condolences.
Jane DePalma
October 29, 2009
I am so shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of your dearest Abe. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family during this most difficult time.
Jeanne
October 29, 2009
Dear Mike, Barbara and Family,
We were so shocked to hear of Abe's passing. There are no words to convey how saddened we are. You are in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can do please don't hesitate to call upon us as you have always been there for us in many times of need.
Love and care
Jeanne and David Lothrop and Family
Molly Schoemann
October 29, 2009
Abe was one of those rare people at Bard whom everyone liked and had a smile for. I hope his loved ones are able to find solace in knowing that he loved life and made the most of the time he had. You have my deepest condolences.
Belkis Carrasco
October 29, 2009
To the Jellinek family,
I offer you my deepest condolences during this difficult time. Abe was a wonderful friend who always made me laugh any time we would speak. His spirit will forever live on with all the lives he has touched and he will be sorely missed. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
Lindy Cassidy
October 29, 2009
Dear Mike and Family,
I am deeply saddened and shocked to hear of the death of your beloved son Abe. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies.
Sincerely,
Morgan Kelly
October 29, 2009
Abe was an amazing teammate, friend, and all around Captain America! He will be missed and no one can take his place. Thank you for all your wisdom and intelligence Abe! You are one in a million!
-Morgan Kelly
Bard Rugby Football Club
October 29, 2009
Abe was an amazing teammate, friend, and all around Captain America for me! He will be missed and no one can take his place. Thank you Abe for all your wisdom and intelligence. He was one in a million!
-Morgan Kelly, BRFC
RANDY SPIRO
October 29, 2009
TO THE JELLINEK FAMILY,
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST
ABE WILL BE MISSED BYE FAMILY AND FRIENDS
RANDY SPIRO AND FAMILY
October 28, 2009
Dear Mike and Family,
My very deepest condolences. I hold you in my thoughts and prayers as you cope with this terrible sorrow. Sincerely, Margaret Hannah
Steven Gordon
October 28, 2009
To the Jellinek family,
We are saddened to hear of your son Abe's death. He was clearly a vibrant and unique individual. It is a tragedy to lose a child and we mourn your loss.
Steven and Sharon Gordon
Nikhil Yerawadekar
October 28, 2009
Abe, I'm glad to have shared so many good times growing up with you, and I hope you are taking the good things in life with you. Wish we could have spent more time together, and I hope that we might spend time together in the future in another place. To Izzy and the rest of the family, I offer my deepest sympathies.
Colin Spensley
October 28, 2009
Abe, I am so lucky to know you and have been able to spend so many years at camp with you. I wish that we had been able to connect more in recent years. You are truly one of the people i consider my great friends. You are deeply missed.
Michele Montalvo
October 28, 2009
To the Jellinek family my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Wes Covey
October 28, 2009
There are many of us in the Sangamon community who are very saddened to hear the news.
He will be missed by us all...
mark smith
October 28, 2009
Dear David and Family,
I am so sorry for the sudden loss of your brother, son and friend. He was of course a very special person with many talents as it seems. I hope your sadness is relieved by wonderful family memories.
Your family will be in my prayers,
Mark Smith
Alex Gilman
October 28, 2009
Abe, I wish we'd spoken more often, or seen each other more recently, but I could have talked to you yesterday and it wouldn't change the love I will always have for you, and how thankful I am to be able to call you a friend. I will honor you by trying to apply what I can of your humor, intelligence, charm and outlook to everything I do. To the whole Jellinek family, please know that the many, many people who loved Abe will always be there for you if you need anything at all.
Aggie Sarno
October 28, 2009
Dear Mike and Barbara,
It's been a few years since I retired, but still have such fond memories at Bulfinch 3. I remember Abe as a young man and I use to love to see them when they would come into visit you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you all. Love Aggie Sarno
Ron Walls
October 28, 2009
Dear Mike and Barbara, I am profoundly saddened by your loss and my thoughts are with you in this time of great sorrow.
Barbara Altman
October 28, 2009
I can't imagine how awful this must be to bear. Deepest condolences to the family. Though I only met Abe once I could tell he was extraordinary. So sorry for your loss. Barbara Altman
Karen Budd
October 28, 2009
Barbara, Mike, Dave, Sarah, Izzie and Hannah - Our thoughts and hearts are with you. Much love, Karen, Tim, Emily & Nathaniel
Jacqueline Moss
October 28, 2009
Abe was one of the smartest and funniest people I have had the privilege of knowing. We debated philosophy while sitting on the floor of his dorm room (which was right next to mine freshman year). I am shocked and saddened by his sudden death, and my thoughts are with you, even though I never had the chance to meet his family.
Caro Roszell
October 28, 2009
I'm so sorry for your loss. I knew Abe in college and I always loved his humor, openness and generosity.
We both lived in Tivoli, and he would always kindly offer to give me a ride home after our evening Nietzsche seminar. He was very kind to everyone.
Mike Hodess
October 28, 2009
Words cannot express how profoundly sad it is to lose Abe. He will be very much missed.
Sara Weiss
October 28, 2009
To the Jellinek Family - Our hearts go out to you at the loss of your precious son, Abe. We know the unspeakable devastation when one loses a child. May Abe's light always shine, so that his memory may be illuminated and his life always be remembered by those whose lives he touched and by those who touched his precious life. Sara and Mark Weiss
Karen Budd
October 28, 2009
Barbara, Mike, Dave, Sarah, Izzie and Hannah - Our thoughts and hearts are with you. Much love, Karen, Tim, Emily & Nathaniel
Mary Kraft
October 28, 2009
Words fail. Jeff, Gordon and I send our deep condolences and tears. Our thoughts are with you.
October 28, 2009
He was a good person, brother, and person. I am saddened by your loss.
Andy Gillies
Trish Gardner
October 28, 2009
Dr. and Mrs. Jellinek: I was so shocked to hear the news about Abe. As John Herman's past assistant at MGH, I had met Abe several times. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Always, Trish Gardner
Jonathan Sugar
October 28, 2009
Michael and Barbara - I was so saddened to learn of Abe's death, and my warmest thoughts are with you and your family....
Jonathan Sugar
David Marchione
October 28, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Jellinek family.
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