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Jennifer Hawke-Petit Obituary

HAWKE-PETIT, Jennifer Lynn Jennifer Lynn Hawke-Petit, 48, of Cheshire, beloved wife of Dr. William A. Petit, Jr., passed away tragically on Monday (July 23, 2007). She was born in Morristown, NJ on September 26, 1958, the daughter of Reverend Richard and Marybelle Hawke of Slippery Rock, PA and Venice, FL. A graduate of Greenville Senior High School in Pennsylvania, Jennifer was the captain of her drill team, a member of the National Thespian Society, and member of her Homecoming Court. She received her Degree in Nursing from Sharon School of Nursing in Sharon, PA. Jennifer began her career as a Pediatric Oncology Nurse at the Children's Hospital of Pittsburg, where she met the love of her life, Bill. Prior to their marriage on April 13, 1985, in Meadville, PA, Jennifer was employed as a Pediatric Nurse at the Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY, in addition to performing nursing duties in Sarasota, FL. Jen and Bill continued their medical careers at Yale-New Haven Hospital. Following the joyous births of their beautiful daughters, Hayley Elizabeth on October 15, 1989 and Michaela Rose on November 17, 1995, Jennifer began working as a school nurse for Cheshire Academy, a private boarding school. Her loving and generous nature necessitated her being more than a nurse; she was, by extension, a mother and a friend to all of the students, who honored Jen by dedicating their school yearbook to her in 2005. Jennifer was a woman of great faith and an active member of the Cheshire United Methodist Church, serving on numerous committees including education, fellowship, and vacation bible school. She directed Sunday school, where she taught children from grade-school through high school. In her spare time, Jennifer was an avid reader, who also enjoyed playing the piano and guitar. It was her love of music that inspired the musical interests of her girls, Hayley and Michaela. Jennifer's kindness, along with her understanding and compassionate heart, touched the lives of everyone she met, and she will be keenly missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known her. In addition to her husband and her parents, Jennifer is survived by her father and mother-in-law, William and Barbara Petit of Plainville; her sister, Cindy Renn and her husband Bill; brothers-in-law, Glenn Petit, Mike Petit and his wife Erin, and Brian Petit; her sister-in-law, Johanna Chapman and her husband Dennis. She also leaves her nieces and nephews, Evan, Lydia, Rachel, Alicia, Michael, Brook, Tristan, Paige, Abby, and Andrew; her grandmother-in-law, Florence Triano; aunts and uncles, Jean McNuff, Judith Hodge, Jim Buchanan, Elnora Richards, John Hawke, Johanna and Joseph Ierna, Frank Triano, Andrea and James LaChapelle, Edward and Roberta Petit, Beverly and Larry Joyce, Sharon and Eugene Beaulieu, Gary Petit, Clara, Marilyn, Victoria, Sally, and Linda Petit; as well as several cousins, and countless friends. We meet to pay tribute to the lives of Jennifer, Hayley, and Michaela on Saturday, July 28 at 11 a.m. at the Herbert D. Welte Auditorium on the campus of Central Connecticut State University, New Britain. Bailey Funeral Home, 48 Broad St., Plainville is assisting the family with arrangements. For online condolences, please visit www.bailey-funeralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Jennifer Hawke-Petit Scholarship at Cheshire Academy, 10 Main St., Cheshire, CT 06410; or "Hayley's Hope" and "Michaela's Miracle" at the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Greater CT Chapter, 659 Tower Ave., 1st Floor, Hartford, CT 06112 or online at www.ctfightsms.org.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Jul. 27, 2007.

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William A Petit Jr

July 23, 2025

We have started a scholarship in your name for nursing students planning on going into pediatric nursing. There was a wonderful announcement today covered by the press, and TV. We will continue to fund it to honor all the great work you did for all those years caring for so many children. Love, Bill

Mr. and Mrs. William Kennedy

December 19, 2024

In honor of William A.Petit Jr. this holiday season. Merry Christmas.
With Love, Mr. and Mrs.William Kennedy

Diana

July 23, 2024

In honor of Jennifer Hawke -Petit 'When I grow up I want to become a Nurse"

William A Petit Jr

July 21, 2024

Jenna,

Think of you daily-much love

Bill

Bill

March 10, 2024

Miss your kindness and gentle calmness and caring every day I love you.

Maria Miller

March 9, 2024

Miss You Jen! XO

William A Petit Jr

July 21, 2023

Jenna
Miss you
Bill

Bill

February 4, 2023

You are a beautiful person-daughter, sister, nurse, wife and mother Here is your birth announcement that your Dad drew in 1958

Karen Bathory

February 1, 2023

When this tragedy happened, the name was familiar. I prayed that it could not have been the beautiful girl that graduated from Sharon School of Nursing with me! Each time it was mentioned I had a thought, don´t let it be her. Today I looked and can´t stop tears. My heartfelt prayers for Jennifer, and the precious girls, and to you and all the family. They will live on in hearts and minds. Karen Bathory RN BSN CCRN.

Bill

December 3, 2021

Jenna
Miss you every day. We continue to help many in your honor and as you would have done. Cheshire Academy still misses you and honors several students in your name every year.

Mr. & Mrs. David Smith

December 2, 2021

How beautiful that these tributes have continued through the years, along with the good works. Thank you for the photos. Prayers, rest in peace and God bless you all.

Bill Petit

July 24, 2020

Miss you sweet Jenna!❤

Cindy Hawke-Renn

July 23, 2020

Jenna, Missing you today as I do everyday. I carry you with me always whether at the beach, Caring for children, floating on my pool raft, decorating with blues or just enjoying flowers and memories of our parents. I wish you too could be here to help guide us in our world’s chaos. Please be angelic as you always were, putting your arms with Gods around us in helping to keep us safe. Love you always, your “little sis” Cin’

William A Petit Jr

July 21, 2020

Miss you ❤

Debbie Wallace Phillipson

July 4, 2020

Jennifer,
I dont know if you or Cindy would remember Kings Chapel Methodist but I lived next door to it and also you at the time. We were kids and your dad built the new church and grew our congregation. We had the last service there last Sunday and the church merged with others and Kings Chapel closed. It was a very sad day that reminded me of your familys tragic story. I have found out on Ancestry that your dad and my grandmother were related but too late to contact your dad. I wish you all peace and love and even though my memories are of us as kids, I pray for your husband, Mom and sister Cindy.

Darryl S Oswalt

July 3, 2020

Jennifer. You touched the hearts of everyone who knew you. RIP.

Petit Jr. William A

July 3, 2020

Sitting on the beach at Misquamicut...you would be very content here.
Much love, Miss you every day

Cindy Hawke-Renn

July 2, 2020

I still yearn for you daily in my life Jen. You were the best big sis! I wish you and your girls were still here with me. I miss you soooo much always.
❤ Cin

February 23, 2020

Rest in Peace

Darryl Oswalt

February 22, 2020

RIP JENNIFER RIP

Jess

February 21, 2020

Jennifer, you were the light of so many lives, and your presence in the world meant something wonderful to so many. May you, Michaela and Hayley rest in peace. Your memory and theirs live on in all the great work of the foundation and the people you've all inspired.... Jess

Cindy Hawke- Renn

July 23, 2019

Still miss you Jenna. Sometimes I try to pretend you're still around and you can hear what I'm telling you about this life. I'll always love you. I miss you looking out for me but maybe somehow you still are in your own way.

William Petit

July 22, 2019

Jenna,
Miss you everyday. Thank you for all the kind and beautiful things you did for me and so many others during your short time here.
Much love ❤
Bill

Nancy Jones

July 22, 2019

Dear Jen,

Your bravery, integrity, love and devotion have inspired me and continue to do so. Your presence has been a gift.
You're still making the world better in so many powerful ways.

Love from us.
Nancy Jones

Darryl Oswalt

July 22, 2019

Such a beautiful and courageous woman. You did everything right in your life including bringing up two wonderful and gifted girls into this world. RIP Jennifer.

Milagros Reyes

July 22, 2019

You will always live in our memories

July 22, 2019

You will always live in our memories

Linda Henman

July 21, 2019

7/21/19: Such a beautiful lady. There are no words adequate to express heartfelt sorrow of what her and her and Dr. Petit's daughers went through and hope Jennifer's family can survive by putting their left foot in front of the right and keep going until they get the joy of seeing her and those precious young girls again.

William A Petit Jr

February 22, 2019

Still miss you every day. Much love. Watch over all of us. Love, Bill

May 23, 2015

God Bless you. You will always live in our memories

William Petit Jr.

May 23, 2015

Thank you very much Jill. Cindy is in Chapel Hill and the Hawkes are in Veice, FL

Jill

May 22, 2015

Dear Dr. Petit,Rev. and Mrs. Hawke and Cindy, I grew up in Greenville and went to school w Cindy.I spent sleep overs,etc. at the Hawke home. Of course,I knew Jenny.She was always kind and sweet.I had so much admiration for her.I'm sorry I have not extended my very deepest condolences long ago. The entire Hawke family were always so wonderful to me.I have prayed for all of you many times. I will never forget Jenny nor the Hawke family. With my most sincere feelings and steadfast prayers.

September 29, 2014

God Bless you. You will always live in our memories.

Linda

September 27, 2014

Hearts will always break for Jennifer and the precious girls. She was 'us. There are no words to describe what Dr. Petit and his family went through. I hope now that 'time' has allowed their loved ones to put the right foot in front of the left and continue on with the hope and promise they will all meet again.

Darryl Oswalt

September 27, 2014

Peace and Love to a very remarkable woman.

Graduation MPS 2007

Bill Petit

September 27, 2014

We miss you every day. Loving you always.
Bill

Nancy Jones, MD

September 26, 2014

Dear Jennifer,

I think about you all the time and especially today, you're 56th birthday. I will never forget, you are my inspiration and may love and peace surround your family.

Lovingly,
Nancy Jones, MD

July 1, 2014

God Bless you. You will always live in our memories.

Linda

June 30, 2014

Lovely sentiment Betsy and as you note the hearts of many are with Mr. Petit, Jennifer's parents, grandparents and other family members who endured this awful event. Surely one day 'the good people' will all have internal peace.

William Petit

June 30, 2014

Thank you very much Mrs. Booth for your prayers and kind words.

Betsy Booth

June 29, 2014

Dr Petit,
Today, something just guided me to back to your story that so touched me almost 7 yrs ago ~ please know that your beautiful wife and daughters have not been forgotten and that many, including myself, still think of your awful tragedy and pray that you have been blessed with some sort of peace over these last several years. You may never read this post, but I hope that you do and that you'll know that you are still being prayed for.

Milagros Charon

September 28, 2013

God Bless you. You will always live in our memories.

All of Us

Bill Petit

September 28, 2013

Jenna,

You are missed every day. We continue to honor your memory by doing as much good as we can.

Love,

Bill

September 26, 2013

Dear Jennifer,
I think about you all the time and I see so many good and loving actions done with you in mind, so many new memories for those needing help. Bless your kindness of spirit and beautiful soul, your influence is still amazing in so many wonderful ways.

Nancy Jones

November 19, 2012

Dear Jennifer,
You have so much influence on my life. God bless you.

Linda

November 18, 2012

Hello Dr. Petit: I wasn't sure how to reach you and maybe you know but your little girl's entries are still on Facebook. I don't know if this is OK with you or not. If not you can contact them. There are no words for what you all went through. The only comforting words I have for you is that no-one can hurt them TODAY so today you can keep going. Take care dear fellow.

MPS Graduation Jue 2007

Bill Petit

November 17, 2012

Love you always honey. Take care of our girls as you have always done.

Love,

Bill

Laura Fradette

November 16, 2012

I pray that you and your beautiful daughters are together and happy...God bless you all

Nancy Jones

September 15, 2012

Dear Jennifer,
You have made such an difference in our lives...keeping us steady on our heart's journey.
Thank you.

Linda

September 14, 2012

You fought the good fight Jennifer. May God put his arms around you to comfort you. There is no one decent on earth that wished they could have helped you. Rest in Peace dear lady.

William Brainard

February 12, 2012

I am the same age as Bill Petit and was devastated to hear and read about his tragedy. I have been in a nursing home since Sept. 2007, I had done volunteer work in the health field over the years among other vocations and made a huge adjustment to my life. i pray for your wife and daughters and know that we will be together with our beloved families again one day.

Donna L.

February 19, 2011

To My Dear Family

Some things I'd like to say,
But first of all to let you know
That I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from Heaven
Where I dwell with God above,
Where there's no more tears or sadness
There is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy
Just because I'm out of sight,
Remember that I'm with you
Every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you
When my life on Earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me
And He said I welcome you.
It's good to have you back again
You were missed while you were gone,
As for your dearest family
They'll be here later on.
I need you here so badly
As part of My big plan,
There's so much that we have to do
To help our mortal man.
Then God gave me a list of things
He wished for me to do,
And foremost on that list of mine
Is to watch and care for you.
And I will be beside you
Every day and week and year,
And when you're sad I'm standing there
To wipe away the tear.
And when you lie in bed at night
The days chores put to flight,
God and I are closest to you
In the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on Earth
And all those loving years,
Because you're only human
They are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry
It does relieve the pain,
Remember there would be no flowers
Unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you
Of all that God has planned,
But if I were to tell you
You wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain
Though my life on Earth is o're,
I am closer to you now
Than I ever was before.
And to my very many friends
Trust God knows what is best,
I'm still not far away from you
I'm just beyond the crest.
There are rocky roads ahead of you
And many hills to climb,
But together we can do it
Taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy
And I'd like it for you, too,
That as you give unto the world
So the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody
Who is in sorrow or in pain,
Then you can say to God at night
My day was not in vain.
And now I am contented
That my life it was worthwhile,
Knowing as I passed along the way
I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody
Who is down and feeling low,
Just lend a hand to pick him up
As on your way you go.
When you are walking down the street
And you've got me on your mind,
I'm walking in your footsteps
Only half a step behind.
And when you feel the gentle breeze
Or the wind upon your face,
That's me giving you a great big hug
Or just a soft embrace.
And when it's time for you to go
From that body to be free,
Remember you're not going
You are coming here to me.
And I will always love you
From that land way up above,
Will be in touch again soon
P.S. God sends his love. (unknown)

Jennifer...Though I did not know you, this is what I believe you would send your family and friends if you could. When my life ends, it is what I would want sent to mine to comfort them. God bless us all...

Darryl Oswalt

December 25, 2010

Merry Christmas Beautiful Lady

Darryl Oswalt

November 22, 2010

Dear Jennifer Lynn, you raised two very beautiful girls that turned into two very beautiful women. All of your lives were cut tragically short. And everyone that they came into contact with knew that they were very special indeed. You should be very proud. You are a very courgeous woman. May God bless your soul and keep you.

NADIEA

October 8, 2010

Dear Dr. Petit,
My heart goes out to your family, I am half a world away and saw your story on television. The pain of losing a loved is deep, but the memory of the love lingers forever. I send my prayers for you to continue on in strength and hold on to their memories and know they walk with you always & forever

Michele

September 26, 2010

Dear Dr. Petit,

On the special day, (Jennifer's Birthday) I wanted to wish you my sincere condolences to the Petit and Hawke families in the tragic loss of your wife and beautiful daughters. Even though I have never met you or your family members; I hold you all in my heart and prayers and hope that the trials move quickly and that justice will prevail. Michele

Christine Corda

September 24, 2010

You have our love and prayers always!
The Corda Family in Waterbury Ct.

September 23, 2010

Dear Dr. Petit, I am in the same age range as you, also in the medical field (RN). My heart goes out to you, I'm so sad for your loss. I send you my best especially while you are enduring going through the trial to bring some semblance of justice for your loved ones. Tina

September 23, 2010

Dear Dr. Petit - in every picture that is shown of your wife and children I find each one holding the other ones hand, arm, or waist. Their smiles show of love, dedication, and goodness. My heart breakds for all they suffered and for the pain you face each day wihout them. I don't know why God would allow for His children to suffer; especially those who have served Him by showing kindness and love. I hope you find some comfort in knowing that you will see each one of them again someday and I truly believe they already are watching you now. They must be so proud for the courageous way you have dedicated your life to their memories; so many of us would have become bitter or just lay ourselve down. If all families could show the love that you have for them and the love they have for you what a beautiful world we would live in. My family continues to support you in prayer and love. - Nancy H.

September 23, 2010

Dear Jen,
From all of the circle of women, who have loved and stood for love, we are here. It is a sacred space, kept open for all, who are truly in this world to share a light that leads to home. You have stood for that light, and now we, stand for you. From all of the circle of women, who have loved and stood for love..we are here.

~Nancy Jones, MD

Sorry for your loss!

Donna Scafariello

September 21, 2010

Dear Dr. Petit:
I am truly sorry for the loss of your beloved wife Jennifer. Know in your heart that she is resting in eternal bliss with our heavenly Father, Jesus Christ.

I am praying for your peace of mind through all of this. Jesus will allow justice to be served!

In His Love,
Donna Marie Scafariello

Caroline Longacre

September 15, 2010

Dr.P,I am very sorry for the loss of your three wonderful women. We all love them very very much.
Love,
Caroline L.

Cheryl & Chris Gallagher

September 13, 2010

I'm sooooo sorry for your lost. I hope & pray that justice wil be done! Please know that you & your beautiful wife & girls are in my family hearts & prayers. God Bless!

Drema Ekin

September 10, 2010

DR. Petit I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful family;May God Bless YOU

Cindy Renn

July 25, 2008

Jenna, I miss you so much, I still need my big sis, here in this lifetime. Mom and all our cousins and friends are helpful but there is no substitute for you. I hold onto hope that I will see you again one day. Until then, I imagine you in the warmth of the sun, the gentleness of the ocean waves and breezes. I pray you are resurrected into a more perfect and beautiful world where I can one day join you again as it should be. This world was never meant for one as beautiful as you. I see you in my dreams hugging me and introducing me as your little sister, maybe one day you can do that again. Love and miss you sis, Cin'

July 24, 2008

The memorial candles are lit and we say:
God full of compassion, You dwell in the heights and in the depths: grant perfect rest under the wings of Your Presence to Jennifer, Hayley and Michaela, our loved ones who have entered eternity. Let them find refuge forever in the shadow of Your wings, and let their souls be bound up in the bond of eternal life; for You, the Everlasting God, are their inheritance. May they rest in peace, and let us say: Amen

Susan Anderson

July 23, 2008

From where you are, I pray you can give the family left behind the strength they need to carry on. Speak to their hearts and give them peace knowing you ARE together with the girls and happy with the Lord... watching and loving and proud of the work that continues in your name.

July 23, 2008

One year later....your light is as bright as ever. Still missed, and still loved.

Bill, Jenna, and Meim Graduation MPS 07

July 2, 2008

Graduation June 2007

William A Petit Jr

July 2, 2008

Jenna,
I miss you everyday. I hope you and the girls are together. I miss your hugs. Love, Bill

Laureen Davis

April 20, 2008

After thinking about the family and looking at the charities established in their honor, I was really touched again with the goodness of all their spirits. Reading the comments for Jennifer and her gentle nature and how she helped people to help others was inspiring. All the people who continue to hear how this family is still reaching out to help others is awesome. God Bless you all.

September 26, 2007

Happy B'day Jen. I know God and all his Angels and Saints are planning a big day for you.

Susan Wright

September 11, 2007

Dr. Petit:

Your pain must be unimaginable. Please give yourself time to process your grief. When it's too much, hand it over to God. When it's time to move forward, God will guide you on your path. Find a way to clear your mind - even if it's for mere seconds. You have an important life to live. Live strong.

LLOYD/ SHEILA TIBBS

August 25, 2007

TO THE FAMILY OF JENNIFER,WE HAVE FOLLOWED THIS TRAGADY SINCE THE BEGINNING,WE ARE SO VERY SORRY FOR YOURE LOSS OF YOU'RE WIFE AND TWO WONDERFUL GIRLS, SOMEDAY YOU'LL SEE YOURE ANGELS AGAIN,GOD BLESS YOU ,AND MAY GOD AND HIS ANGELS GUIDE YOU THREW LIFE UNTIL YOU CAN GO HOME YOURESELF AND BE WITH THAM .GOD BLESS

Jennifer Lathem-Frederick

August 23, 2007

I feel very sorry for u and what ur family wnet though. And my prayers are with u.

Vicky Pender

August 18, 2007

Dear Dr. Petit,
Please accept my deepest sympathy . I do not know you but I feel tremendous sadness for you and your family at this very difficult time . I pray to our beloved God that he will give you peace and comfort and strength to heal through time . You can always count on having three beautiful angels watching over you . God bless you and your family .

Karen Grimaldi

August 16, 2007

Dr.Petit -
The Hotchkiss Health Services Team would like to express our deepest sympathies to the Hawke & Petit Families. We had the pleasure of knowing Jennifer through CRSNA. She was a giving and loving person. Her kindness will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

D Lee

August 14, 2007

Bill,

It's three weeks already. We still do not want to believe that Jen and the girls are gone. I want to thank you though for the incredible words that you delivered at the memorial service a mere 5 days after the horror. I remember thinking - if the Petis and Hawkes can begin to get past the ugliness and evil of this, then surely the rest of us must also. Your message, to take on the unfinished works of Jennifer, Hayley and Michaels, does help me hope for a better day to come.

I believe it's healthy to experience suffering, as it builds compassion. (The breadth and strength of the sympathies generated from this loss proves that.) It's a bit much to have to take this much hurt, that's all.

Still, I'm a bit angry with God to have not intervened. I'm sure He may have good reasons! It certainly reminds me that the good works that need to get done; the evils that must be resisted and denounced - they are OUR daily responsibilities.

There are no words to help. I can only hope that the many feelings of support you receive can help sustain you another day. Filling the void, and continuing to find a little purpose for the time we're given: maybe all in good time. In the meantime, thank you for all you do and are.

Don & Wendy Kenton

August 11, 2007

We are so sorry Bill for your loss; we remember you when you were in Meadville. Please keep the faith and let God work. We love you.

Trish E. Yuscanitch

August 10, 2007

Dear Dr. Petit and your Dear Family,
I can not express any words except that my heartfelt sympathy and prayers will always be with you.
May God Be With All of You,

Barbara

August 10, 2007

Here we are several weeks from your disaster, time that you may feel distances you from your loved ones, and here we all are still sharing your grief and trying to keep them close to you so you can be comforted. Dr. Petit and family: we wrap our arms around you as you suffer this intense pain. Our Lord holds you in his heart and his soul and he has promised you his peace. Let all of us minister to you, let us hold you up. Yours is a special burden. All we can do is to keep telling you we are here for you! Barbara

Michael and Anastasia Fischer

August 10, 2007

I pray that you all will heal and find peace in the Lord. He will care for your lost family members and help you heal. My husband and I are both neurologists in Louisiana. We will send positive thoughts towards you and will never forget your family for all eternity. We hope you find peace and happiness until you are all able to see your family again.

Warren Jay Vine

August 10, 2007

Dear Petit,

I am tears. I can feel what it would be like in Bill's shoes. I still have hope that in heaven we all will see each other again and our tears taken away in victory of justice.

Rachel

August 8, 2007

Dr Petit,
I know there are no words that will take away the pain of your devastating loss, but just know that you now have 3 very beautiful guardian angels watching over you always. May God Bless you and your family...

Karen LeRoy

August 7, 2007

Dear Dr. Petit

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on your loss. I have three daughters and do not know how you bear the pain. May God bless you and hold you in the palm of his hands. May the memories of the happy times comfort you.

Naples Family

August 6, 2007

our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May God Bless you with strength to heal, and may all the happy memories bring you comfort.

August 5, 2007

jennifer,
you and your girls are now in the loving arms of the Lord. Please comfort Bill at his time of sorrow. we all grieve.

Linda and Phil Sengle

August 5, 2007

To all the Petit Family:
Words cannot express the sorrow we feel for your loss. What a beautiful family ! As a former "Plainville family" we share your sorrow and hope those wonderful memories of "your girls" will sustain you through this difficult time. This has touched many lives, I know it is unbearable for you , may it bring some little comfort to know so many care. Most Sincerely, Phil and Linda Sengle

Dana Smythe

August 4, 2007

I did not know you or your family but my thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family.God will help you thru this.

August 3, 2007

You do not know us, but we are all one in the Lord. We could not let this tragedy pass without extending our condolances. For whatever reason the Lord took your family, we can only trust in the fact that they are with him and watching over all who remain here on God's earth.

Donna

August 2, 2007

Letter From Heaven
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say.
But first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, ther's no more tears of saddness; Here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I am with you every morning, noon, and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through.
God picked me up and hugged me and He said," I welcome you
It's good to have you back again, you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, They'll be here later on.
I need you here badly, your part of my plan.There's so much that we have to do , to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things ,that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you---
inn the middle of the night
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years.
Because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry, it does relieve the pain.
Remember ther would be no flowers, un less there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God ha planned.
If I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to now, than I ever wass before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb.
But together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too; That as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain;
Then you can say to God at night---
"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented-- That my life was worthwhile.
Knowing as I passed along the way I made somebody smile.
So if you meet someboby who is sad and feeling low; Just lend a hand to pick them up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street and you've got me on your mind;
I,m walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go---fromthat body to be free.
Remember you're not going -- you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)

©Copyright 1998-2007


This is a very inspirational, I hope it helps your family to heal.

Joy Olayiwola

August 2, 2007

My heart goes out to the Petit and Hawke family.May the Lord comfort them and they should also remember that one day in heaven they will see Hayley, Michela, and Jennifer. Because of all the wondrous works that they have done in each and every life in this world. Continually trust in the Lord and he will be your strength.

May the Good Lord bless and comfort you.

Elliott & Elissa Donn

August 2, 2007

To the Hawke & Petit Families,

As former 30 year residents of Cheshire, we want you to know that we share your unspeakable loss. Mere words cannot assuage what happened to you and your beautiful family. Under these unimaginable circumstances, you have all conducted yourselves with class and grace, and we can only pray that G-d will give you the strength to heal and move on with your lives in a way that will make their memories be for a blessing to all of you. This only reminds us of the fragility of life and that, but for the grace of G-d, this kind of thing could happen to any of us.
Please know that you are not alone in your grief. May your beautiful family rest in peace.

Sincerely,

Debbie (Wallace) Phillipson

August 2, 2007

Dear Dr. Petit and the Hawke family,
There are no words at a time like this. I knew the Hawke family when Rev. Hawke was at Kings Chapel United Methodist Church. I was a young teenager then and the girls were small. We lived across the street from the church. I have children and a grandchild now and I can't begin to imagine the loss you feel. Please know that our hearts cry with you and our church family is praying for you all.
Debbie (Wallace) Phillipson

vanessa hartford

August 2, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Marie Carilli

August 1, 2007

Your family is in my prayers. May they rest in peace.

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Geraldine Wurst

August 1, 2007

I want to send my prayers I will LIGHT candles for your family. GOD Bless each oneone of you .They are IN GOD"S loving arm's now .One day you see all thelittle and big miracle's you missed in grief. I promise.HE was there and ALWAY"S WILL BE.GOD has HIS reasons never let go of GOD. bless all.

Bill Mauhs

July 31, 2007

god bless the petit family

angie brown

July 31, 2007

I know the Lord comforts those who mourn, that his heart is tender toward the grieving. I am praying for the Lord to wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you.
My prayers are with you.
Angie

Shelby Rawson

July 31, 2007

Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers. Hold onto the wonderful memories for they will help you through this trying time. God bless all.

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