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Jay Fosdick Obituary
51, of Peoria, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 30, 2009. Memorial services were held 9 a.m. Monday, July 6, 2009 at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church, 3575 Alta Mesa, Fort Worth, TX. Inurnment: at a later date at Moore Memorial Gardens in Arlington, TX. Born July 27, 1957, in Akron, Ohio, Jay attended Nolan Catholic High School in Fort Worth, TX, graduating in 1975. He later graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, TX. A loving husband and devoted father, son and brother, Jay will be remembered for his sense of humor and his infectious laugh. He had an adventurous spirit and enjoyed the outdoors but, most of all, he loved spending time with his family. Jay is survived by his wife, Rebecca Sue Hill; children, Colter, Logan, McKenna and Matthew; father, Francis Fosdick and wife, Irene; mother, Julia Calhoun and husband, Freddie; sisters, Karen Perez, Marcia Anderson and Dawn Farley; numerous other loving family members and friends.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jay Fosdick
Anita Ballew
August 6, 2009
Coulter, So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. Having lost mine when I was 31, I know how badly it hurts. Just hold on to the memories and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Deb Jones
August 2, 2009
Dear Sue and Family,
I have been thinking of you daily and trying to form in my mind what to say to you at this extremely difficult time in your lives. I would like for you to know that I love you very much. I appreciate your friendship and the times we have spent together. I have fond memories of Jay and family members at school events, cross country, band concerts, and expecially the Special Guy Dances for Girl Scouts! I certainly appreciate all Jay did to advocate for me at Oasis! The support of your family was and continues to be greatly appreciated. Please take one day at a time and enjoy each memory. You are all in my thoughts and prayers daily.
Sincerely,
Deb Jones and Family
July 31, 2009
We are sorry. Pat & Bob Carlin
Barb Browning
July 27, 2009
Dear Fran,
Fond memories of the Flight Office/DCA will never be forgotten. My condolences and prayers to you and your family.
Love,
Barb (Stein) Browning
George Hutchinson
July 27, 2009
You have my sympathy Irene and Fran. I have been there.
July 26, 2009
Fran...from one old classmate to another with many fine memories, we express our sincere condolences and prayers to all the families.
George & Deme Vrla
July 26, 2009
Fran...from one old classmate to another with many fine memories, our sincere condolences and prayers to you and all the families.
George & Deme Vrla
Mac McCoy
July 26, 2009
I'm sorry to hear of your great loss. Mac McCoy
July 25, 2009
Dear Fran, Please accept my great sorrow and condolences for the loss of your son. Fond memories of our AA days are still vivid and I owe you many thanks. God bless you and your family, Andy Michalak
Frank Blow
July 25, 2009
Fran, I am so sorry for your loss of your son. I cannot imagine how hard it is. God bless your family. Frank Blow
Jo Warner-Antrim
July 25, 2009
Fran, I'm so terribly sorry for the loss of your son. We flew together in DCA many years ago and I'm still at it, Missing my old friends but I always have wonderful memories I carry in my heart. God Bless you, Jo Warner Antrim
July 25, 2009
Fran, our thoughts and prayers are with you, and your family.
Russ and Nancy Morse
Senator Charlie Waddell
July 25, 2009
Fran, When I started with AAL in the 50's you were a young co-pilot but you became Captain in due time. I was saddened to hear about your son's untimely passing and you have our family's deepest sympathy. I have three sons in Jay's age brackett and just can't imagine the grief you must feel.
Rod Higgins
July 25, 2009
Dear Fran,
We are very sorry that you have lost your dear son Jay. Thankfully this loss is only temporary.
We'll remember your and your family in our prayers.
Barbara and Rod Higgins
jake and ann williams
July 24, 2009
Dear Fran, We are so saddened to hear of your loss. It has been so many years since we have seen you but our memories of flying together out of DCA are so wonderful. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, your wife and family. Jake and Ann Williams (Nashville, Tn.)
July 24, 2009
Fran,Sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Take care and stay healthy.
Ivan Reddington
Sam Brass
July 24, 2009
What a shock to learn of your tragic loss....
Recall all the good things and you will treasure his life!
Adele and Sam Brass,Retired AAL
william Brown
July 24, 2009
Frank and Irene,
Sue and I are so sorry to hear of your loss of your son.Our prayers will be for you and your family.
Bill and Sue Brown
(AA retired )
Fred Vogel
July 24, 2009
Dear Fran,Irene & Family, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your son Jay. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Fred Vogel
Don & Chris Allen
July 24, 2009
Frank & Irene - Chris and I are saddened to hear of your loss. We send our condolunces to all his family and yours.
Don & Chris Allen, Past President
The Grey Eagles, Inc.
Paul Neveau
July 22, 2009
Sue and Family
I am so sorry to hear about Jay's passing. I will remember you and Jay's family in my prayers.
Marco Castellon
July 18, 2009
Frank & Irene
We are very sorry to hear of your lose. We pray God will send a Spirit of comfort to to you and the entire family.
Marco, Patty, and the girls.
Ron Stephens
July 10, 2009
Sue and Family
Sorry for your loss. Jay was a great guy that always brightened up the day with his unique humor. God bless you.
Marty Amorin
July 8, 2009
Sue,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, the kids and your mom. Jay was a good guy. I remember when you two started dating, and even though we teased you two, I thought you were a great pair.
God bless,
Marty
Patricia Pierret
July 8, 2009
All of us in the Nolan Catholic community would like to extend to you our deepest sympathies. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass will be offered for Jay in our chapel for the repose of his soul and for your consolation. Please know that all of you are in our prayers. We have been hearing wonderful things about Jay. Pat Gilmore Pierret, NCHS Alumni Relations Coordinator
Amy Scott
July 8, 2009
Fosdick Family,
Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Scott Family
Amy, Steve, Savannah & Hailey
Laura Burgess
July 7, 2009
Dear Fosdick family,
I still can't wrap my head around the loss of such a great father, family member, and friend. I could always count on seeing Jay at the school for the kids' special activities from band concerts to field days. I looked forward to our conversations about the children and family life. It was obvious that his family meant the world to him.
Dianne DiLiberto
July 7, 2009
Fosdick family,
I was saddened to hear of the loss of Mr. Fosdick. He was a wonderful parent and I am honored that I had his child in my class. He earned my respect throughout the year with all of his support and wonderful emails that he sent me. He showed me that he is is not only a wonderful father but a great person as well. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jerry & Michele Westrope
July 7, 2009
To All of Jay's family,
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband, father, brother, and son. Your Faith will carry you through this most difficult grieving process. I promise you, eventually, the pain of Jay's passing will become tolerable and fond memories will brighten your days ahead. Our love and prayers go out to each and every one of you. God bless.
Melanie Lehman
July 7, 2009
Dear Fosdick Family,
I was so sad to hear the news about Mr. Fosdick. As Matthew's third grade teacher I remember Mr. Fosdick putting me on the spot asking me to tell him in only 2 minutes what the subject language was. I still have hanging next to my computer at home, 2 amazing e-mails he sent me about the way I teach. He was a great father and you all will be in my thoughts and prayers!
Tim Ward
July 6, 2009
Sue, I'm very sorry to learn of your loss. I remember working with Jay so many years ago, and we always got on just great! He was a good man. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers right now.
John Panas
July 6, 2009
Sue:
I offer my condolences to you and your family in this time of sorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
John
July 6, 2009
My prayers and condolences to the Fosdick family. I will always remember Jay for his "infectious laugh" that he had since high school.And the time we both drove up to Texas Tech our freshman year.May Godl Bless you Jay and keep them laughing up there in heaven.
Mike Barbolla "75"
July 5, 2009
Dawn,
Our hearts go out to you and your entire family. I know you have found strength in one another through these difficult days. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Much love to everyone,
Carrie, Greg, Kellie & Hannah Nicholas
July 5, 2009
Dawn and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Peggy, Jim, Katie Bryan & Sean
July 5, 2009
Frank, & Irene, we are so sorry to hear about Jay. Sometimes we forget how precious life is, until someone we know, goes home to be with the Lord. We pray that God will be your strength through all of this. Just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Monte & Lisa Gray
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