Joseph P. Hirt

I still miss this guy!!! What a man! What a husband! What a brother! What a Dad! I keep trying to live up to his standards...IMPOSSIBLE! Love you Joe! Thanks for setting the bar so high! We will all keep trying to achieve...!!

Our hearts and sympathies go out to Joe's family and friends in your profound loss. May your memories eventually bring you peace, knowing that God always calls his finest home first.
(Cay Dufau & brother, John Burton)

Dearest Jamie, Emily, Lucy, Polly, family and friends of Joe,

Joe was one of those rare individuals who seemingly made a positive impact on everyone he met. His memorial service was filled with wonderful accounts of how he lived his all-too-short life...a kind, loving, funny and godly man.

I have my own recollection of Joe that shows his wacky side. Jamie and Joe were hosting a graduation open house for Emily following her 2002 high school graduation. The Hirt...

I will miss you Uncle Joe. You were such a wonderful person and I am so blessed to have been a part of this family with you. I admire the inspiration and hope you gave to hundreds of people, including our family. I thank God for the times that we shared together as a family. Tell Grandma hello for me and that I love her. I love you, Uncle Joe.

There is no greater tragedy in anyone's life than that of a premature death. I find solace picturing Joe being comforted again by his own Mother. I hope that image can comfort those left behind on this planet. David and I send all of our love and support. Take care.

My prayers and heartfelt wishes are with the Hirt Family.

...And flights of angels sing thee to thy rest...God Bless you all

Mundelein High School Administration and Staff extend heartfelt sympathy to the Hirt family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Our prayers and love are with the entire Hirt Family.