Dr. David Jaeger

JAEGER-Dr. David, age 46, died peacefully May 8, 2006, in the Chesapeake City, MD home of his sister and brother-in-law, Fran and John Wockenfuss. David had courageously lived with Huntington's Disease since his diagnosis in 1993. Born on Long Island, NY, David lived in Franklin Square until graduating from Valley Stream North High School in 1978. He cherished his High School years and took advantage of all the opportunities life had to offer, becoming one of the most respected members of his graduating class. Always knowing he would become a doctor, David graduated from Union College/Albany Medical School in 1984. His compassion and desire to help others led him to his specialty of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. He completed his training at The Rusk Institute of NYU in 1987 and was honored as the Resident with the highest overall performance. Joining New England Neurological Associates in Massachusetts in 1987, David practiced Physiatry until his retirement in 1999. Despite his illness, David fought to maintain his independence and spirit. He cherished time with his friends and family, especially watching his nieces dance. David was preceded in death by his parents Stanley and Harriet Jaeger. In addition to Fran and John, David is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Steven and Peggy Jaeger; and his nieces and nephews- Robert Jaeger, and Jessica, Caitlin, Brad, Jeremy and Pamela Wockenfuss; his caregiver, Angela DePriest; and his many loyal and loving friends. A graveside service will be held on May 11, 2006 at 1pm at New Montefiore Cemetery, Farmingdale, NY. A celebration of David's life will be held on Saturday, June 3rd in Wilmington, DE. The family requests that memorials be made to the Delaware Valley Chapter of the Huntington's Disease Society of America, 525 Plymouth Meeting Suite 314, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462.