Jess-Pearce-Obituary

Jess Pearce

Phoenix, Arizona

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Jess Pearce, a loving husband, a caring father, and a wonderful human being, was killed in a tragic helicopter crash while flying a small group of firefighters to a site in White River, AZ. Even though his time here was to short, he died doing what he loved. For the past twenty years,...

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I still think of you when I have a difficult management decision to make, when I'm starting a new and complex project, or when I pass the local Harley-Davidson store. Thank you for your example of being committed to those things you were truly passionate about.

Eight years today and I will never forget.

It's been three long years since you left us and I still reach for the phone to call you at times. The good news is that I can finally close out the Estate and possibly finally get a chance to put your death into perspective.

I just wanted to say that time does heal a lot. Memories do fill the heart. Friends are definitely forever.

Just a wish for Jess and his wonderful family on this day. Be well and live well.

Sincere wishes,

Joe

i would like to thank everyone for all the beautiful things you said about my dad. i didnt know about this "guest book" until today so to be able to read the collection of entries that have built up for the last two years was incredible. my father had a way of affecting peoples lives and you can see that just by scrolling through these pages. thank you again and also i would like to add that i gave birth to a beautiful baby girl on july 7th 2005 and even though she wont be able to meet her...

I spent all of yesterday as busy as I could be. The thought of two years passing was one that I decided to move aside from a sense of negativity and sorrow, and reflect on the many good times and things we have all experienced prior to and after your passing.

You and your family remain in my prayers. I wish peace and joy to them, and to the many you have called friends during your wonderful life.

With my very sincere regards,

Joe

Dear Jess and Maggie,
We are so lucky to be apart of Amanda and Lauren's life, especially with the special arrival of Baby Aria. She is so precious and sweet. I know you are watching over not only Aria, but both Amanda & Lauren and Tony. We are so lucky to have them in our lives. We miss you terribly but know you are near to keep our girls safe.
Miss you and love you always,
Katherine (Katie)

Fire Tac Team, White River AZ, at the memorial/crash site.

Jess,

On Monday, the one-year anniversary of your death, Jim and I visited the crash site and attended a memorial service for both you and Randall. The location is as beautiful as God could have planned. As I first saw the crash site, and as they explained the accident to me, my heart was torn from my chest, my pain once again brought to the surface. But as I looked up at the tree that had been topped by the rotor and my gaze continued up to the sky, I felt comforted and I knew...