Saratoga Springs, NY -After battling his cancer diagnosis with courage, stoic resolve, and determination, George W. Kirshe died peacefully on May 4, 2021 surrounded by his family.
Born to Henry and Beverly Kirshe in Framingham, MA on April 29, 1960, George grew up in Wayland, MA, where he excelled in athletics. He earned a degree in business management and marketing from New Hampshire College, which is now Southern New Hampshire University.
After college, George moved to Boston and worked in finance. He later transitioned into the textile industry, where he spent over 20 years and eventually built his own company. George’s career was expansive as he also worked in the computer software industry. Most recently, he was the Director of Client Enrichment for United Solutions.
A resident of Saratoga Springs for over 20 years, George will be remembered by all who knew him for his great sense of humor and his honesty – he always told it like it was. He loved the challenge of a good project and could fix just about anything with an uncanny attention to detail – from cars, to household machinery, to computers. Although, he was always the happiest spending time with his family on the beach, especially at sunset.
He was a loyal and dependable husband, father, son, brother, and friend. Very simply, George loved helping others. He was always quick to offer his help to anyone in need, regardless if they were a friend or foe. George was most proud of his children. He was their biggest fan at countless sporting events, and encouraged them as they pursued a new hobby. They always went to him for advice. He was always there to pick up the pieces and sort things out. They respected and loved him deeply. His legacy will live on through them.
A loving husband and devoted father, George’s greatest joy was his family. He is survived by his wife of nearly 30 years, Sandi. Together they raised daughter, Courtney, and twin sons, Henry and George. Left to cherish his memory beside his immediate family are his mother, Beverly Kirshe of Delray Beach, FL, his brothers, Mark of Knoxville, TN, Greg (Liane) of Hopkinton, MA, Scott (Nancy) of Bradenton, FL and Peter (Becky) of Warrington, PA, his cousins, Cindy (Rick) McLaughlin of Manchester, NH and Chip (Kim) Walter of Damascus, MD. In addition, he is survived by his mother-in-law, Kathy Crumb of Malta, NY, sister-in-law, Robyn (Bruce) Houseworth of Queensbury, NY, brothers in law, Pete (Melissa) Gooley of Hopkinton, MA, Chris (Kathy) Gooley of Hopkinton, MA, Dana (Leah) Gooley of Brookline, MA, Terry (Brenda) Gooley of Bristol, VT and many nieces and nephews. George was preceded in death by his father Henry and his aunt and uncle, George and Gloria Walter. George’s family extends beyond relatives and includes many dedicated friends who have all been a great support throughout his illness.
George and his family are very grateful for the extraordinary care that he received from Kelly Foley, Dr. John Pezzulo, Dr. John Mongan and the staff at his office.
Relatives and friends are invited to call from 4pm to 7pm on Monday, May 10, 2021 at William J. Burke & Sons Funeral Home, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY (518-584-5373).
Funeral services and burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Community Hospice, 179 Lawrence Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 or to Kelly’s Angels Inc., P.O. Box 2034, Wilton, NY 12831.
Online remembrances may be made at burkefuneralhome.com.
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