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Jacquie Hirsch Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Buffalo News.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jacquie Hirsch
Sponsored by Mom, Dad, and brother TJ, with love forever.
Kimberly Aguirre
July 22, 2009
Dearest Sharon, Torey and TJ,
My mom just forwarded me the announcement about the tinkerball. Living in Cali I am out of touch with hometown local news. I am so sorry for your loss. Jacquie grew up to be such a beautiful young lady and it sounds like her spirit was just as beautiful as her pictures. I will be in town July 24-Aug 3. I would love to stop by the gym and see you! Your family will be in my prayers for continued strength and for a cure!!
Love Always,
Kim Aguirre (Tobler)
Kurt Huer
February 4, 2009
There is a tear in my eye, a pain in my heart and a smile on my face as I enjoy the memories of Jacguie.
Linda Klamut
January 1, 2009
Sharon,
I am so sorry to hear of your daughter. I pray that God helps you. Sometimes we don't know why but I hope her memories help you!!
Daniela
September 22, 2008
Hirsch Family
I met Jacquie through my cousin Ashley Huer. I still remember all those times sitting at Ashley's kitchen table listening to Jacquie talk about school, boys, and of course more boys. She always made me laugh and she had such a sweet, caring way about her. I was in shock when I found out she was sick. But I knew that if anyone could beat it, it would be Jacquie. A few months back I was at work listening to the radio and I heard Jacquie talking about getting people to donate their platelets. I sat there and thought to myself, if anyone could get them to do it, it would be Jacquie. She was truely a remarkable young lady. I wish there were words that I could say to make things better. But there are none that come to mind. Just know that Jacquie touched so many lives that neither you or I know of. She is truely an angel now. She will forever be with you in spirit. Find peace knowing that no matter what, she is never far from you. God bless.
Carreen Aronica
September 14, 2008
Dear Tory & Sharon,
I'm very sorry for your loss, we will include your daughter in our thoughts and prayers.
Lori Ann Davis (Aronica)
September 14, 2008
Dear Hirsch Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss, please remember that your daughter will always be with you, looking out for you and thankful for all you did.
Tony & Vini Pizza
September 14, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Patty Giarrano-Buscaglia
September 14, 2008
Joseph DePeters & Hirsch family, We are so sorry for your loss.
Leonard, Carl, Patricia, Vincent & Roberta Giarrano (once neighbors in Kenmore, N. Y.)
Don & Donna Hollmer
September 11, 2008
Dear Sharon, Torey and T.J.,
We are sending you our love and
prayers in the passing of Jacquie. We only knew her when she was so
very little. I am sure she has made an impact on so many lives. Michele
and I tried to get in at the Funeral
Parlor however, as you know there were so many waiting that we did not
make it in. God chooses those who
have fulfilled their purpose. It sounds
like she had a heart of gold and has
given so much to everyone she knew.
May you be given the strenghth you need to live through your remaining days.
Jackie Ferguson
September 11, 2008
To the Hirsch Family-
A few days ago I happened upon the notice in the paper about Jacquie. I have been a nurse and my husband an ER physician for close to twenty years. After seeing the passing of many people from young to old and every where in between- I have learned to somewhat distance myself to the pain and saddness of such losses. For some reason I was drawn to Jacquie. I felt such profound saddness in her loss I could not explain it. I had never met her or even heard of her story. I went through today trying so hard to hold back tears. I did'nt want my children to notice. I did'nt want them to ask me what was wrong. I myself have been dealing with a serious medical condition and I don't want to scare them. I went through the day almost numb just doing simple tasks around the house. I got together all the beach towels from the summer to pack them away until next year. I had Jacquie on my mind the entire time. As I was folding the towels I came across one I had never seen before- I was amazed to see it was a tinkerbell towel. I don't know where it came from. I don't know what else to say. She is so lucky to be loved by so many people.
Angela Hanlon (Misita)
September 11, 2008
Joe Depeters and the entire Hirsch family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your granddaughters passing. Remember, only the good die young. My deepest condolences to you and your entire family.
Alyssa
September 11, 2008
I'm so sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathy is with the Hirsch family. I hope you are finding the love and support from the loved ones around you to help you through this difficult time.
Don Griebner
September 11, 2008
Torey, Sharon and TJ,
Andrea and I are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts break for you. We are praying for you and for Jacquie. God bless.
-Don and Andrea Griebner
Carey Sparbel (Zach's Mom)
September 11, 2008
TJ, Mr. and Mrs. Hirsch - I am so sorry to hear about Jackie, she is such an inspiration, as you all are to those families who struggle with the fight against disease. I wish I had seen this article sooner, I would have made it to the viewing to give my condolences in person. TJ hang in there and if you need anything, you know how to get a hold of me. Mr. and Mrs. Hirsch, stay strong and I wish you the best.
Stephanie Lopez
September 10, 2008
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of Jacquie. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I graduated from HS with Jacquie Class of 2003! I will never forget how friendly she was and how she was ALWAYS smiling and laughing! Just remember her happiness and know that she is smiling down at us all!
Laura Joyce
September 10, 2008
Hirsch Family,
My heart goes out to you. My thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you.
Santillo & Angela Rinaldi
September 10, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Janet Gosch
September 10, 2008
Dear Hirsch Family,
May God be with you during this most difficult time. I lived on the corner of Burke and Century and TJ mowed my grass and found my stolen microwave. I remember your beautiful children. My heart and my prayers go out to all of you.
Sandy,Tom Amanda and Colleen Domm
September 10, 2008
Dear Hirsch Family,
May time ease your sorrow and beautiful memories of Jacquie’s life bring you comfort and peace. Our Family sends our deepest sympathy.
Meghan Murray
September 10, 2008
I am truly sorry for your loss. I went to Elementary School with Jackie and I just cannot believe it. We were really close back then and even though we grew apart I've always thought about her throughout the years. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.
Christine Lewis
September 10, 2008
" I am beside my self in tears for your loss, my daughter Melissa was a friend of Jax visited her while she was in hospital. This has hit me harder then the loss of my own family members. Such a beautiful young lady, I prayed for a miracle but god must have needed her in heaven, she is loved and still teaching all of us ... Thank you for allowing us to be a part of her special life as well as yours. May God be with you in this time of sorrow...
Marge Thompson
September 10, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Michele Ralabate
September 10, 2008
Dear Hirsch Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers and thoughts.
Janet Mackowiak
September 10, 2008
Dear Hirsch Family;
Eventhough we don't know each other, I read about your daughter & sister in the paper. I am so sorry for your loss. I am also a member of Sigma Delta Tau Sorority and no matter that it was at a different school or the 10 year age difference, she was still my "sister". My thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.
sharon miller
September 10, 2008
You had an angel on earth and now you have one in heaven. You have our deepest sympathy.
Chuck, Sharon and Brett Miller
Alexis and Scott Lehman (Beaver)
September 10, 2008
Scott and I were saddened to hear of the passing of your daughter. While we did not know Jacquie well I am sure her presence lent joy and ease to your days. I hope in time her memory may continue to do so.
Mary Davern
September 10, 2008
I cannot imagine the pain of losing a child. Jackie must have been an inspiration to so many people. I am so very sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of incredible sadness.
Annette Guido
September 9, 2008
Christine and family,
So very sorry for your loss. May your memories be her special gift to you.
The McAuley Family
September 9, 2008
We extend our deepest sympathies to Tori, Sharon & TJ. We knew of Jacquies fight & determination from our daughter Ashley who was a classmate at North. Our family closely followed her brave battle and prayed for her each day as did so many of her BELIEVERS. Jax is eternally God's beautiful angel shining down on all.
Brittany (WNHS Class of '04)
September 9, 2008
I am very sorry for your loss. I pray that you find strength and support in those who loved your daughter to help you through this very difficult time.
Steve & Kelly Christie
September 9, 2008
The loss of a child, I can not image.
Our deepest sympathies go out to your family. We are friends of Camp Good Days and will continue to send prayers your way.
September 9, 2008
So sorry to hear about your daughter. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Groth Family
(kik maine)
Lindsay
September 9, 2008
Hirsch Family,
Take comfort in knowing that the Lord has opened his arms to Jacquie, and will hold her for all eternity. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jason Orr
September 9, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Jacquie was a great person, and an inspiration to everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless you.
Roni Sue Zolnowski
September 9, 2008
To the Hirsch Family,
Please accept my condolences at this difficult time. I had the pleasure of meeting Jacquie many times as a neighbor of her mother and when she was a girlfriend of my friend's nephew. She was a kind and outgoing girl. I know she fought as hard as she could to the end.
Because of her (and her website), more are aware of how they can help those like Jacquie by donating blood and platelets. She may not have been successful in her fight, but by fighting, she had the power to make more aware and to possibly save more in the future.
My thoughts and prayers to the Hirsch Family.
Cyndi Dyll
September 9, 2008
Please accept my sincere sympathy on your loss. Jacquie went to high school with my niece and dated my nephew a few years back. While Steve and Amanda have gone their own way, I still remember Jacquie. She was always so upbeat and had such a sunny personality. Hold on to your memories of such a beautiful girl.
Patti Milbrand
September 9, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Lisa Neuamnn
September 9, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most trying time.
Mike and Lori Prelewicz
September 9, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
mary k
September 9, 2008
So sorry for your loss, extending sincere sympathy and prayers for strength through this challenging time
Sue and Megan Anders
September 9, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God Bless
Marisa Kelly
September 9, 2008
Torey and Family,
My greatest sympathies for your loss. Jacquie was a great person and one who deeply touched everybody's life. My thoughts and prayers are always with you.
Christina Pearl
September 9, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Hirsch family and all of the amazing lives that Jacquie touched and will continue to touch. My deepest sympathy is with all of you.
September 9, 2008
Dear Hirsch family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
John and Linda McKowan
September 9, 2008
To the Hirsch Family, Even though we only met Jacquie a few times with the WNY Mustang Club, she always made you smile when she was around. The bond between a parent and a child is forever. Please know that one day you will all meet again and she is now free of pain. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always.
Marilyn Page
September 9, 2008
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting your beatiful Jacquie, I am familiar with the Hirsch family name through my children, who attended North with both she and TJ. I have followed her courageous battle over the past year and have been captivated by her upbeat, positive attitude, and the love and dedication of an amazing family. Please know that Jacquie's spirit will live on forever in the hearts of all the people who BELIEVED.
Bernie & Susan Cesar
September 9, 2008
Dear Hirsch Family:
We are so very sorry for your loss - you have our heartfelt sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Warmly,
Tom/Jane OConnor
September 9, 2008
The Hirschs, We are so deeply saddened to hear about Jacquies' passing, our daughter Rena(level 5 gymnast) was very fond of her. She put up quite a battle during the last couple of months. Our prayers are with you during this sad time. The O'Connor family
Connie & Ron Giovino
September 9, 2008
Dear Sharon & Tory
There can be no greater loss than the loss of your Child. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. I only meet Jacquie once at the gym for a birthday party for my grandaughter Emma and she was lovely & kind to us all.
September 9, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
L Mazurkiewicz
September 9, 2008
Torey, Sharon and TJ-
Please know that we are thinking of you each day...our hope is that you will be filled with wonderful memories of your beautiful Jacquie....
WE BELIEVE in the angel that IS Jacquie!!
The Mazurkiewicz-Jamison Family
Lexi Janezic
September 9, 2008
To the Hirsch family -
I was blessed to have been a team member with Jacquie during our time at Williamsville North. She was a beloved sister to all of us and surely one of the most wonderful people to have met through North's swimming and diving team. I still remember the first time I met her upon finding out she was my big sister, and how welcoming and understanding she was to such a silly 8th grader.
Jacquie will be greatly missed, and I feel blessed for having her be a part in my life.
My blessings and sympathies to you all, and may peace be with you.
Blane Kelly
September 8, 2008
May you find comfort in knowing that others are feeling your loss.
Valerie Herrera-Pead
September 8, 2008
Sharon, this was all very sudden and extremely shocking to me. I am so sorry about your loss and i can't imagine how painful it must be. I hope that you know that I am here for you with anything you may need. Although i never met jacquie, I am sure she was and always will be an exraordinary young woman.
love always Valerie North gymnastics.
Lin Stephan
September 8, 2008
To the Hirsch Family
We are all sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Your friends and family at GC2 Gymnastics
Lisa Abbott
September 8, 2008
I had the great pleasure of meeting Jacquie at Heim Elementary when I was teaching kindergarten. Her glowing smile and personality were contagious. She babysat my daughter, Carly, a few times, and Carly still has Jacquie's Senior picture on her bedroom mirror. We are both terribly saddened. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this tremendously difficult time.
Jean Delamere
September 8, 2008
Dear Hirsch Framily,
Words can't express my sadness. I remember when Jacquie entered Kindergarten with her sparkling personality. I am thinking of you all and you are in my prayers. May God hold you in the palm of his hands.
Mrs. Jean Delamere
Cleveland Hill Elementary
Dorothy Colombo
September 8, 2008
To the Hirsch Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jacquie brought such joy and love to all who knew her. Her spirit will live through all the lives she touched, and they will smile when remembering the joyful young woman who meant so much to so many.
James and Dorothy Colombo and family
Williamsville
Melanie Barr
September 8, 2008
Jacquie was such an amazing person. I can see her laughing right now, with that smile that told you everything would be alright, and not to worry. I cant begin to imagine what you are all going through right now without her, and TJ, you are such a good brother, and she always always knew that. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Diane Ardary
September 8, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
With our deepest and most sincere sympathy,
Tom, Diane and Kari Ardary; Angela, Robert and Korbyn Smith
Kari Ardary
September 8, 2008
Torey, Sharon and TJ,
My best memories consist of such a kind and loving family. I have spent the last year thinking of Jacquie and what I could possibly do to help her or the Hirsch Family. But, I came to the realization, there really wasn't anything I could do to "help"...
A few years back I volunteered for a non-profit organization called "Camp Good Days". It was created years ago to give those diagnosed with terminal cancers, survivors or their relatives the opportunity to forget about the pain and suffering, even for just a day, to have some fun. Those were some of the best times of my life. Watching those kids smile and play as if they were invincible. I have since moved away to AZ, and I am not able to do as I once was.
But, I am committed to keeping Jacquie's memory alive through educating those of the "Jacquie for A.L.L." Foundation.
Such awful things happen to the best people. I heard once, without suffering there would be no compassion...it never did make much sense to me...
As much pain as you feel, may the thoughts of lives that were touched and lives that were changed by one powerful girl, put you at ease.
My life is forever changed.
Always blessing, never losses...
Cheryl Miranda
September 8, 2008
Our prayers are with you. Though are families never met we hoped and prayed she would overcome her illness. My daughter knew of her from TJ and Doug and the Spartans. The Miranda family
Butch Millian
September 8, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Please know that you have my deepest sympathy.
Sandy Jensen
September 8, 2008
Torey, Sharon, and TJ:
My heart is absolutely breaking for you and I can't express enough how lovely Jacquie was and how much I came to adore her in her valiant struggle. My thoughts and prayers are with you, now and always. Sandy Jensen
Jenn Tyrpak
September 8, 2008
I was fortunate to have met Jacquie several years ago at SUNY Geneseo where she graciously drove me to Rochester so that we could volunteer in the city schools. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversations on early morning drives. I'll always remember how she was never stressed when we got lost even though we had found the school the previous visit somehow with no problem! She will be missed by all, even those who were touched by her for even brief moments.
Ronald Adams, PT
September 8, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
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