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Albert Hirsch Obituary
Manalapan
Dr. Albert Hirsch, VMD, of Manalapan, NJ, passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2016. He was born and raised in Newark, NJ. He served in the military in occupied Germany. Later, he received his B.A degree from Seton Hall University. A brilliant student, he subsequently received additional Masters' Degrees from Columbia University, in NYC. His education then continued at the University of Pennsylvania, where he received his VMD degree. Dr. Hirsch and his late wife, Rhoda Haskin Hirsch were married for forty-three years, and were long time residents of Marlboro, NJ, until her passing in 2000. His wife was his life. Dr. Hirsch and his wife worked very dedicatedly together for many years at his practice in Morganville, NJ. He and his wife cared for many families, and their pets, treating all with skill, compassion and grace.
He is survived by his sons and their wives, John and Christine Hirsch, James and Shannon Hirsch, and his daughter, Karen Hirsch. Additionally, he leaves behind and is lovingly missed by his younger sister, Barbara Kresch Rothschild, and her fiancé, Barrett B. Mac Calla. He also leaves behind his adored grandchildren, Marisa, Ryan and Peyton, and four sisters-in-law, Harriet Rosenthal, Carol Gallof, Brenda Kazin and Marilyn Lemont.
Albert's desire would be that all those who loved him, would do him a great honor by doing acts of kindness and help to others who are in need. Donations in his memory, may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Albert Hirsch
Barbara Cole
April 11, 2025
Another year Dr Hirsch we still remember you always and Rhoda too. We are on our last kitty. Every vet visit your legacy is brought up and it was about a year ago I started discarding vet receipts from the last 15 years. I came across 3. Marlboro Animal Hospital one that you filled out. Your quaint beautiful practice where you ran it all. I witnessed a beautiful outcome where a client walked in with his adult cat of 5 years old. He wanted this precious kitty put to sleep because his wife was expecting their first baby in a few months. He said he worried the baby would be smothered in it's crib by the cat or suffocated if the cat tried to drink milk from the mouth of the baby. You explained old wives tales but he was insistent and said he would go elsewhere. So right there he filled out consent and I was shaking. After he left I asked you, your not going to euthanized this kitty. With your huge smile said oh gosh no. He adopted this cat as a kitten from US. Hes now our office mascot. Every check up I got to greet this beautiful kitty. He lived a long time under the watchful eye of Dr Hirsch and Rhoda. That's who Dr Hirsch was. Gosh I miss him.
And to his family and sister Barbara my heartfelt thoughts are always with you all.
Barbara Cole
April 12, 2024
Dr.H passed your old practice with the kindess of thoughts that left my heart. They don't make them doctors like you anymore. We know your resting in Gods love. I miss you. With thoughts of your sister Barbara today and your children. Continue to rest in Paradise.
Barbara Cole
November 24, 2023
As I sit and remember one of the kindest souls ever to walk this earth, I remember you. Our family has one beautiful kitty left. You would of given him your best care ever. Today small veterinarian practices are few and far between. Larger corporations have taken over. Each time a new vet sees our boy. It's exhausting. When we could speak to your beautiful wife, she would ask. Who is it now? And name our pets.
This art is gone. I will forever miss your smile, generosity and pure heart and spirit. Until we meet again. Remain in peace with your beloved.
Barbara Cairns-Reynolds
April 11, 2023
It´s been 7 years haven´t found a vet to compare
Miss your sense f humor
Find myself always saying "well Dr Hirsch use to say this or use to do that"
The man left an indullable mark
Great loss
Barbara
April 11, 2022
Barbara I will always remember your brother, our wonderful veterinarian
his smile laughter and gifts he gave the world..until we meet again continue to rest in comfort
Barbara L. Rothschild
September 13, 2021
Dear big brother Alby: I miss you more and more, even after five long years have passed since you have left all of us. You are forever in my thoughts, and the sweet memories of you will always linger forever, until we meet again in Heaven. I will love you forever, rest in peace, dear brother. Love from your "little sister," Barbara, now age 77 years "young."
Barbara L. Rothschild
June 22, 2021
Sincere thanks go out to you, Barb, for remembering my beloved brother so nicely. I mourn his loss every single day, he is never out of my thoughts. He was a rare and beautiful soul, just as our late mother was. I am proud to say that he was my big brother, I truly thought the world of him, and it's lovely to see that others feel the same way about him. I communicate with his son, John and his family, and I also love them dearly. I am so glad to see that Albert's, "Alby", (my childhood nickname for him), legacy lives on and will forever be in the hearts of family and friends. Thank you so much for caring!
Barb
June 16, 2021
To his sister Barbara. I come back and read all of Dr. Hirsch heart warming and loving testimonials from a man that was larger then life. I adored your brother. I pass his old animal hospital close my eyes and can see him coming into the waiting room, mop in hand to make sure the place sparkled. His smile lit a room and calmed all our fears.
I too am happy he is not here to see this world. And I too await
to be reunited with in his presence.
Barbara Lynn Rothschild
April 13, 2021
Dear big brother Alby: As of a few days now, April 16th, the fourth year of your passing will be here. I have never stopped missing or loving you. I am, in a way, glad that you are not here to have witnessed the Covid pandemic, all the civil unrest of our times, and the entire world turned upside down. I know you would never understand how the world has changed into the sad state it is now, and neither do I, now at age 77. I miss you and think of you everyday of my life, and I am close to your son John and family. I am happy to see so many people still think of you, and miss you. You were a beautiful soul. My comfort comes from the fact that you are with God, in His heavenly paradise, and together with our beloved mama and your father. Rest in peace, dear brother. You will NEVER be forgotten, and we will surely meet again someday. I love you. Your "little" sister, Barbara
Barbara Cairns-Reynolds
April 11, 2021
Can’t believe it’s been five years already. Still find myself saying Dr. Hirsch said...... like it was yesterday. Still use everything he taught me with our present pets. No one will ever take his place he was one of a kind. As for Mrs Hirsch what can I say except she was such a lady.
Barbara Lynn Rothschild
December 15, 2019
My beloved big brother, Alby:
Three years have now passed, since you went to Heaven. I continue daily to think of you and miss you terribly, but I know you are happy being with mommy and your daddy, and all our other relatives, who have also gone to their eternal reward.
I will NEVER forget you, and I am SO VERY HAPPY to know that I made your last years so enjoyable. I loved shopping and cooking for you, in the delicious Hungarian-Jewish style cuisine that we so loved when mommy cooked for all of us.
I am 75 years young now, and hope that when my time comes, I will be able to be with you once again, this time forever. I love you and always will. Rest in peace, dear brother.
Lovingly and tearfully from your "little sister," Barbara.
Barbara L. Rothschild
November 6, 2017
Dear big brother Alby:
I continue to miss you every single day, but I know you are happy in Heaven with all our loved ones. You were my shining light, and I loved you with all my heart. I'm so glad I could be there for you in your final years of life, bringing you all the "goodies" that you cherished. I only wish that it were still possible to continue our visits filled with love, joy, good humor, and reminiscence of our days of youth among beloved family members and friends. Rest in Heavenly peace, dear brother. I know you send your prayers and blessings to us all. Sent with love from your sister Barbara. You will forever remain in my heart until we meet again.
Katie Bent
July 27, 2017
Dr. Hirsch,
I will always remember and cherish you. I just found out that you have passed. Now I understand why I didn't get my December phone call. Thank you so much for all that you have done for my family and our pets throughout the years. 1968 was our first year! Charlie, Fluffy, puppies, Sam, JR, Max, Buddy, and now Josh. And also thank you for Dr. Kelly O'Conner! She was the only one you welcomed into your practice and I completely understand why. Please rest in peace, you deserve it.
Barbara Lynn Rothschild
March 15, 2017
Dear brother Alby:
It's almost a year now since you left us.....I continue to miss you with each and every passing day. However, sweet memories of you sustain me, knowing you are happy in Heaven with all our loved ones. I will forever treasure each moment I was able to spend with you, and I am so happy that we were able to reconnect after so many years had passed. I love your son John and his family, and each time I see them, I am happy to know they are close relatives that I will forever hold dear.
When I was a little girl, you were my idol. Now that I am also approaching my elder years, you still are and always will remain the beloved big brother that I will never forget. I love you forever, until we meet again.
Your sister.
Barbara L. Rothschild
Barbara Cairns-Reynolds
December 14, 2016
Cannot thank you enough for all you have done for my pets throughout the years. No one can ever replace you.
To this day I still use some of your techniques on my fur babies that you taught me.
Its your turn to rest now.
Barbara L. Rothschild
November 2, 2016
Six months have now passed since you joined the angels in Heaven. Words cannot say how much I miss you, and forever will, until our family is reunited again. I loved you so much, my adored big brother, and the memories of my childhood, and the joy you brought into my life, will live forever. Rest in peace with your beloved Shirley.....and our mother and your dad. I know you are all smiling down on us, and praying for our happiness and well being. G-d bless you always, you will always be in my heart forever.
Your adoring and heartbroken sister,
Barbara
Barbara Oderio Cole
November 1, 2016
Seeing the sad news about Dr Hirsch passing tugged at my heartstrings. Our family goes way back to 1970s when Dr Hirsch started caring for our furkids. His smile jokes and deep heart is what I will remember most. And I will remember Mrs
Hirsch kind heart as well.
Thank You always for your service.
Your smile will shine forever.
May you rest peacefully along side of your beloved.
Barbara Lynn Rothschild
May 14, 2016
Remembering you forever, dear brother Alby. I miss you so very much, each and every day. I miss phoning you for your "Trivia Questions,", cooking your favorite meals, and shopping for the things you loved. Rest in peace, dear brother.
Barbara Lynn Rpthschild
May 13, 2016
Dear Alby: Words cannot express how much I miss you, my beloved big brother. I am hoping you are happy in Heaven, resting with the angels and momma, your papa, your beloved Rhoda, and all of our dear relatives who have left us. I hope when my time comes, I will happily see you once again, never again to be apart from you and our family. I love you deeply, and will never, ever forget you.....
Jackie & Tony Yanez
April 22, 2016
It was an honor to have known Dr. Hirsch. He not only will be remembered for his love and care of animals but for his wonderful sense of humor. We will miss seeing him at family events.
May he rest in peace with Rhoda.
Alisa Schwartz (Button)
April 17, 2016
Mr. Hirsch was a wonderful man and a great neighbor. He will be missed. He truly loved animals!
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