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LAUREN PACEK Obituary

PACEK Lauren Michelle Pacek, a gift from God, passed away unexpectedly on May 25, 2011, one day after her 16th birthday. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Peter Pacuk. Left to cherish the memory of their hero are her parents, Polly and John Pacek of Saint Johns, FL, grandparents, Irene Pacuk of Jacksonville, FL, Charlotte and Jim Weaver of Saint Johns, FL, aunts and uncles, Ron and Jayne Roberts of Jacksonville, FL, Chris and Kathy Weaver of Monument, CO, Debbie Weaver and Jim Liedle of Absarokee, Montana, and Andy and Jamie Deeds of Larkspur, CO, cousins, Jeffrey, Andy, Brian, and Kevin Roberts of Jacksonville, FL, Jason and Shanna Weaver of New Brighton, MN, Ryan Weaver of California, and Casey, Conner, & Charlie Deeds of Larkspur, CO, and her Cat, Cuddles. Lauren touched many lives; everyone she met became a special friend. The family is especially grateful for the role her pediatrician, Dr. Irene Malesic and cardiologist, Dr. F Jay Fricker, head of pediatric cardiology at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida played in her life. A Memorial Mass to celebrate Lauren's life will be held at 11:00am on Saturday June 4th at Holy Family Catholic Church, 9800 Baymeadows Road, in Jacksonville Florida with Fr. Greg Fay as Celebrant. Visitation will be at the church one hour prior to mass. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made in her name to Dreams Come True, 6803 Southpoint Parkway, Jacksonville, FL 32216 or online at www.dreamscometrue.org. Also, please consider the gift of organ donation. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Hardage-Giddens Funeral Home of Mandarin, 11801 San Jose Blvd. Jacksonville, FL 32223. www.hgmandarin.com (904) 288-0025 Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union from Jun. 2 to Jun. 3, 2011.

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June 10, 2011

As Deb and Jim's Uncle and Aunt, we extend our heartfelt sympathy to all of Lauren's family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Phil and Karen Lukens- Denver, CO

Ruby Lara

June 7, 2011

Truly am sorry for your loss. Lauren was a special and beautiful young lady. I have done several echoes on Lauren over the last 13 years. I will truly miss her. With Love, Ruby Lara (Jax echo tech)

Darlene Flynn

June 4, 2011

God did what no human heart surgeon could do, He gave Lauren her most perfect heart, but he had to take her home to do it. Lauren's spirit and joy in life will live on in all our hearts. You are in my prayers.
Darlene Flynn (giver of Cuddles)

Tom, Sandy and Honey Bear Gaither

June 3, 2011

Our deepest sympathies to all who knew her. She sounds like an exceptional person.

June 3, 2011

We send our love and prayers to the family of Lauren and all those that loved this lovely, brave child.
Marilyn and Fred Lentini and all the members of Bratpack Rescue, Inc.

Gale Wrigley

June 3, 2011

John & Polly I'm so sorry for your loss! Lauren was indeed a special gift. She and you will remain in my prayers.

Cindy Sohacki

June 2, 2011

Your family is in my prayers as you travel this most difficult journey in your lives. May God keep you in his loving arms and comfort you in your time of unimaginable grief.

Pat Ostertag Phillips

June 2, 2011

May God Bless the Pacek family during this very sad time.

John & Denise Ostertag

June 2, 2011

To all the members of the Family,
May God accept Lauren into his realm and show you the love to help you through these times.
With Love, Denise and John Ostertag

Paula Watt

June 2, 2011

You and your family are in my prayers. May God comfort you.

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