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Ralph Hirsch Obituary
Ralph Stewart "Stew" Hirsch III, 53, died March 8, 2019, at St. Joseph Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana, following a short illness. Predeceased by his father Ralph Stewart "Tony" Hirsch II. He is survived by his children, Thomas, Tyler, Trevor, and Amanda Hirsch; mother, Gretchen Hirsch; sister, Tobey ( Scott) Huntley; nephew, Ryan Huntley; uncle, Timothy (Kay) Hirsch; aunt, Evelyn McCord; cousins, Cynthia McCord (Bob) Lynn and Karen McCord (Keith) Zabalaoui. Stew was a graduate of Ohio Wesleyan University and a member of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. Known as a consummate news professional, he began his career with all three Columbus television stations. He also served as assignment manager, managing editor or news director in Raleigh, NC; Huntsville, AL; Fort Myers, FL; Cincinnati and Fort Wayne. A celebration of Stew's life will be held Sunday, March 17, at the Amelita Mirolo Barn, 4395 Carriage Hill Lane, in Upper Arlington, from 3-5 p.m.
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Cindy Straub
March 17, 2019
I want to offer my condolences to Stew's family and loved ones. I worked with Stew at channel 10 in the 80's and always loved the energy and excitement he showed every day at work. I wanted to make it to the Celebration of his life today and I was unable to make it due to work. I offer my love and prayers to all of you who will miss him terribly-
Sincerely, Cindy Straub
Inglis Family
March 16, 2019
Peace & Prayers. Vaya con Dios! Inglis Family
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Ruth Inglis
March 16, 2019
RIP My Friend. Thank you for teaching me about the power of forgiveness so many years ago...my life has been so much richer for it. Your light still shines in the memories of loved ones. Peace & Prayers. Vaya con Dios!
Ruth I.
March 14, 2019
I'd lost touch with Stew, but remember him well as a top journalism student at Ohio Wesleyan. He was a joy that inspired my first years teaching full time. Grace and peace to family and friends.
Michael Murrie
Pepperdine University
March 14, 2019
Doubly sad that someone who so embraced the gift of life we're given has left this world. My deepest condolences to Stew's family and friends. Stew earned my respect, and now, unfortunately, a place in my memories. God bless you Stew. I know your energy lives on through Him and all whose lives you blessed.
Gary Gudmundson
March 14, 2019
Prayers for Stew's family and friends. I knew him for such a short time but my heart goes out to all of you. Take care and God Bless you all. Ann Morris
TANYA HUTCHINS
March 14, 2019
I will never forget Stew: his smile, his enthusiasm and his unbeatable work ethic. Rest in peace, Stew.
Robert Davis
March 13, 2019
I once saw Stew race down a steep hill to administer first aid to a person who had been hit by a car. He was flying. When the incident started, I was right next to him and I was running down the hill also, but by the time I got to the scene, Stew already was stopping the bleeding with an improvised bandage. This is a memory that speaks to who Stew will always be. Ready for action, concerned for other. A truly compassionate soul. He is loved by me and many, many others.
dick Kovalchik
March 13, 2019
Stew,will miss him at the old Razors Edge barber shop Rest in peace
Sheila Lewis
March 13, 2019
Rest In Peace. You will forever be loved.
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