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Jacob Gavish Obituary

GAVISH, Jacob "Jack" 53, passed away suddenly on July 25, 2009, while vacationing in Alaska with his beloved companion, Valerie Miller. He was bom in Haifa, Israel in 1955, and moved to Brooksville from Middletown, NY in 1987. He was a Real Estate Broker and active Rotarian. He is predeceased by his father, Jonasz (Yasha) Gavish. He is survived by his mother Elfriede (Shula) Gavish; his fiance, Valerie Miller; the mother of his children, Jeanne Gavish; and his 8 children, Rachel, Ruth, Joanna, Jacob D., Dee Dee, Beth, Benjamin and Joseph; along with his 11 grandchildren, who were the love of his life. Viewings are on Sunday, Aug. 2, 2009 from 2-4 and 6-7 with a Celebration of Life Service from 7-8 pm, all at Brewer & Sons Funeral Home, Brooksville Chapel, 352-796-4991.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Jul. 31, 2009.

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Dee Dee Gavish

August 7, 2009

Dad,
I miss you so much it hurts! I still cant believe there will be no more mornings watching the sun come up over a nice cup of coffee. Those days meant so much to me! I will cherish our memories together and finish college just like you told me to.
I love you Pops,
Dee Dee

August 6, 2009

The Scheibner family was deeply saddened to learn of Jack's sudden death. We knew him since his childhood in New York and his late father was my late husband's best friend. Our prayers are with his mother, Shula, and all his children and grandchildren.
Hildegard Scheibner, Sarasota, Florida

jennifer Jacobus-Scott

August 5, 2009

"My deepest sympathies on your loss, my prayers are with you and your loved ones in this time of great sorrow and in the days to come."... Jennifer Jacobus-Scott (Bamberg, Germany)

Joe Brennan

August 3, 2009

It is with deep sorrow that I send prayers and best wishes to Jack's family. This is a terrible loss and my heart goes out to all af you. Jack will be missed.

Toni Collier

August 3, 2009

Valerie,

John and I wish to extend our prayers to you and the family. We were so blessed to share our lives with Jack this past year. The stories, laughter and dreams we shared with him will live in our hearts forever. May God wrap his arms around you and his children in your time of such pain and need. To all his friends, co-workers and Karen, who had the priviledge to know and love him, we are so very sorry for your loss and you are in our prayers. May God Bless You ALL>>>> Toni & John Collier

Diane Churchill

August 2, 2009

My deepest sympathy to his Mom Shula,Valerie & Jack's children. You did a lot of nice things for a lot of people & never asked for recognitation. You & Val had hearts bigger than life. You're an angel in heaven now Jack & in God's house where you will always be safe! I love you & we'll meet again & talk about old times. Take care my friend.........
Diane

Theresa Young

August 2, 2009

Dear Shula and family and loved ones, I knew and loved Jack when he was a young boy and a teenager. My deepest sympathy to you for your loss. Jack was a vibrant and fun person and he will be greatly missed. In your sorrow, remember that he would also want you to celebrate his life and remember all the happy times you had together with him. God bless you and give your consolation in your sorrow. Love, Teresita (Scott) Young

August 1, 2009

Our love and prayers to all of you...

M.Burns

susan & chad walker

July 31, 2009

To Jack's family, his children, Valerie, jeanne and to all whom he loved, our deepest sympathy to all of you in this sorry time Jack was a wonderful man. he will be missed. you are in our prayers. we hope you find comfort in the fond memories you all have made and the time you shared with him may it guide you through these days and help you find peace within in the sorrow of your loss.

Lynne Gongre

July 31, 2009

Valerie,

It was by chance that I heard about Jacks sudden passing. I am so sorry for the loss and pain that you are feeling. When I knew both of you, Jack was always smiling, happy, and full of life. I have no doubt that he will be missed greatly by all who knew him. My deepest condolences to you, Jacks children, and their mother.

Lynne Gongre

Lynne Gongre

July 31, 2009

Warm Summer Sun

Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.

By Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens)
The Poetry Foundation

Sandra Klem

July 31, 2009

My condolences to Valerie, Jeanne , Jack's children and extended Gavish family . It was very hard to wrap your mind around Jack's passing. He was such a vibrant, articulate, in charge man . You would think of him as the ever ready bunny...that he would go on forever.

So sorry for your loss.

Sandra Klem
Westfield, MA

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