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Jeremy Aitken Obituary

AITKEN Jeremy Lee Aitken, a Construction Inspector for the US Army Corp of Engineers, died on Wednesday, January 14, 2009 at Millbrook Plantation in Woodville, MS as a result of a hunting accident. Age 35, he was a resident of Walker, LA and a native of New Orleans, LA. He was a veteran of the US Marines. Survivors include wife, Keri Smith Aitken of Walker, LA; parents, Julie Thimmesch Morgan of Slidell, LA and Gerard P. Aitken of New Orleans, LA; 2 daughters, Mary Claire Aitken of Walker, LA and Amelia Grace Aitken of Walker, LA; 1 son, Robert Huntington Aitken of Walker, LA; 1 brother, James Gabriel Aitken of St. Francisville, LA; maternal grandmother, Jeannette I. Thimmesch of Woodville, MS; paternal grandfather, Robert M. Aitken, Jr. of New Orleans, LA. Preceded in death by paternal grandmother, Mary Montgomery Aitken; and maternal grandfather, Wieck William Thimmesch. Visiting at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Woodville, MS on Saturday, January 17, 2009 from 9am till 12 Noon. Mass Services at St. Joseph's Catholic Church at 12 Noon on Saturday, January 17, conducted by Father Pat Smith.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Jan. 16, 2009.

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Billy & Flo Shanks

March 19, 2009

We are sorry for the loss of Jeremy. Know he will always be with you in spirit and good memories. His legacy will live on through family and friends.

Our prayers are with you.

Donna Jones

February 3, 2009

Keri, I am so sorry for your loss. You and the children are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ron Patron

February 3, 2009

To the Aitken Family:
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I’m going to miss one of my oldest friends. I was showing my wife the old neighborhood and telling her about my two friends, Jeremy and Kris. I’m not sure how much solice you can take from it, but it seems he passed doing something he loved. It didn’t matter if he was on his dirt bike or hunting, he always seemed to love spending time in MS or in the woods. My wife and I will keep all of you in our prayers,
Ron & Bobbie Patron

Elena Napolitano

January 28, 2009

Julie,
I'm so very sorry to hear about Jeremy. Having a loved one taken from you so quickly and unexpectedly is heart-wrenching. My thoughts and prayers will be with you in the many months to come. I'll always be here for you if you ever want to talk.

Roy Simmons,Jr.

January 27, 2009

To the Aitken Family. May God give you the strength to continue to do His work during your time of grief. May your memories of Jeremy bring smiles to your faces.

amy allen

January 26, 2009

I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband and father. I just found out tonight about this tragic accident and will be praying for you and your family. May you have strength from the lord up above!!!! All my love Amy Allen (friend from dance class)

Norman and Caryn Schoeffler

January 25, 2009

We are so terribly sorry for your loss. May you find strength and support in your family and friends to help you through this time.

WAYNE CORCORAN

January 25, 2009

My heart felt sympathy to Jeremy's
family and His father,my good friend Jerry and his mother.

Julie Larrieu

January 25, 2009

I am so sorry for your tragic and untimely loss. I wish you comfort in knowing of Jeremy’s love and devotion to you. He lived his life fully, and touched and inspired many people. He lives on through you and I pray that his influence brings you solace and strength in the days and months ahead. May his spirit rest gently upon your heart and give you peace. My love, thoughts, and prayers are with you always,

David Watkins

January 24, 2009

I'm sorry for your loss and I'll keep you in my prayers.

Donna Gaudet

January 23, 2009

My prayers are with you and your family.

David Farrens

January 23, 2009

To Gerry and the Aitken families,

I haven't seen Jeremy or Gabe in many years. However, I always remember them as youngsters coming to visit their dad while he played volleyball in Lakeview in the late 1980's. My thoughts and prayers are with you in these difficult times. God Bless.

Anne Marino

January 23, 2009

Julie, I am so sorry for your family's great lose. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Mike and Peggy Verret

January 22, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Clark Carroll

January 21, 2009

To Keri, Julie, Gabe, and all the family who loved Jeremy...
I had the pleasure of working side by side with Jeremy for the past 4 and a half years on our COE project. He was my best and only close friend. I will truly miss him forever. You could not meet Jeremy and not immediately like him. I'm glad Jeremy got to share Millbrook with me. He was so proud of that place. He gave me a tour of the Big House on Tuesday before the accident. He seemed so happy that I appreciated the stories he shared about it. Jeremy was like a shooting star. He burned brightly and went out much too soon. I miss him.
Keri, I'll be in touch with you often. Call me anytime you need anything. I mean it. You and the kids will be in my prayers.

Allyn Schoeffler

January 21, 2009

Dear Gerry and family,

We are so sorry for your tragic loss. You are in our prayers.

Ashley Johnson

January 20, 2009

Keri and family,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. May God help you through this difficult time. I am praying for you.

Freddie and Carol Geter

January 20, 2009

Keri,Sorry for your loss,thinking of you and your family.

Dena Hebert-LoBue

January 20, 2009

Keri,
I am truly sorry for your loss. I know there is nothing I can say to make this easier for you right now, but please know that you and your family are in my prayers.

Engine 26 & Ladder 9 Car 505

January 20, 2009

With deepest sympathy to you and your family

Mary Pizzuto & David Ferry

January 20, 2009

Julie and family
Words can not express our sorrow for the tragic death of Jeremy. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Scott Riecke

January 20, 2009

I am sorry I couldn't make it on Saturday. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Joe Fincher

January 20, 2009

Gerry and family,

Hans Christian Anderson said "A human life is a story told by God." Jeremy's story continues through you, his family...this is the most difficult of chapters. I pray that All Mighty God, the Creator of the universe, the King of kings and the Lord of lords will comfort you during this difficult time. May God bless your entire family and make your paths lighted and straight. With profound and deep sympathy, Joe Fincher, Engine 18 NOFD
Psalms 139: 1-18

JJ LeSaicherre

January 19, 2009

I just heard about this. I am truly sorry. My deepest sympathy to you and his family.

JOHN LAWRENCE

January 19, 2009

THE AITKEN FAMILY. DEEPEST SYMPATHY. ANYTHING YOU NEED JUST CALL. ENGINE 26

DENISE CAMBRE-GALAT

January 19, 2009

I REMEMBER JEREMY FROM MY 3 YR OLD CLASS AT METAIRIE RIDGE DAY CARE. HE WAS A SWEET CHILD WHO LOVED HIS BABY BROTHER. I ALSO HAD JEREMYS GRANDMOTHER AS A TEACHER AT GRACE KING. YOUR FAMILY IS IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GOD BLESS

Peggy Furrow

January 19, 2009

Gerry,

I am so saddened to hear of your loss. You and your family have my deepest sympathies.

Jerry and Myya Magee

January 18, 2009

Please accept our deepest sympathies. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Judi Buckner

January 18, 2009

Gabe, I am so sorry to hear about Jeremy. I know how close ya'll wereand how much he will be sadly missed,ya'll will always be in my prayers. Judi

Al Schmolke Jr.

January 18, 2009

Gerry and Family, very sorry for your loss. If you need anything, don't hesitate to call on us.

Judy and Mynor Castillo

January 17, 2009

Julie and Family,
Words can not express our sorrow for the untimely and tragic death of Jeremy. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bob and Mary Kelly

January 17, 2009

Gerry and family,
You are in our prayers during this difficult time.

Michael and Aparna Falgoust

January 17, 2009

Gerry and family we are so sorry for your loss.

Mike and June Murphree

January 17, 2009

Dear Julie,

Our hearts are heavy with the news of Jeremy's accident. We pray that precious memories will be a comfort you and your family.

Todd Lannan

January 17, 2009

Gabe & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
God Bless.

Nancy Mayberry

January 16, 2009

Julie,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I can't begin to comprehend what you're going through right now, but if you need a shoulder, a home-cooked meal or three, some one to rail at, someone to listen, run errands, clean house ... anything at all ... call me. I'll come.

Rick (Slim) Lydia, Rachel and Mat Nelson

January 16, 2009

Julie, Gabe and Keri, We are deeply saddened to have heard of the tragic event. We want you to know that our prayers and thoughts are with you during your time of sadness. We are blessed to have known Jeremy and have many memories we treasure. We really enjoyed his company and neighboring ways when he lived behind us. May God Bless you all and hang in there during these trying times

Mr.Jay,Mrs.Gwen,Jay & Dusty Manuel

January 16, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Ell Pilie

January 16, 2009

Julie, please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of your son. May he rest peacefully with God.

Tarsha Geason

January 16, 2009

Keri,
My thoughts and prayers are of you and your kids. Trust in God to give you all the strength you need to endure. God Bless you and your entire family.

Grace Urban

January 16, 2009

Julie and family,

Please know that we were saddened to hear of the accident. Accidental deaths are hard things to deal with. I will keep Jeremy and all the family in my prayers and will offer my mass on Sunday for all of you. May Our Lord and His Blessed Mother give you the strength to move forward.

Grace Urban and family

Ed Simeon

January 16, 2009

Dear Gerry & Family: Words cannot express our sorrow for this terrible loss. Please accept our prayers, deepest sympathies and love.

Ed, Gwende & Family

Radonna Walker

January 16, 2009

Keri:
I am so very sorry for your loss. I know that there is nothing I can say to make it easier, but just know that I will be praying for your and your family. Radonna (fellow nursing school student)

January 16, 2009

Keri,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.Please know I am here if you need me.I share with you these special words. May they bring you peace as they did me:
We give him back to you Lord who gave him to us. And yet, as you did not lose him in giving, so we do not lose him by his return. Life is eternal and love is immortal and death is only a horizen which is nothing except the limit of our sight.

Pat Chidester
National Pharmacy

Debbie Aranda

January 16, 2009

My Dear Julie,May God's beautiful grace sustain you and may His loving Spouse wrap her motherly veil about you. I am so sorry.
Peace only through HIM,Debbie

Kathy Geautreaux

January 16, 2009

Keri,
I am so sorry to hear about Jeremy's accident. My heart breaks for you and your children. Please call me if you need anything!

Tracy Toups

January 16, 2009

Gabe & Family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Esther Murray

January 16, 2009

Keri,
My heart goes out to you. You & the kids are in my thoughts and prayers. Call me if you need anything!

Rebecca Rushing

January 16, 2009

I just wanted to let you know how sorry I am for your loss. I have worked with Jeremy a the Lafayette Office for over 6 years. He is a very special person. He loved his family very much. You and your family are in my prayers.

Toni & Richard Baldini

January 16, 2009

We were so sorry to hear the news of your son's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

William Slaydon Jr.

January 16, 2009

Gabe, I am truly sorry for your loss. I did not get to meet your brother but you told me so much about him. I will pray for you and your family in this time of loss.

Toni Guitrau

January 16, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dietmar Rietschier

January 16, 2009

Jeremy, You have been a great friend and an outstanding person. I will never forget you.

William "Pete" Slaydon Sr.

January 16, 2009

Gabe, Tracy and I deeply regret you and your families loss. May God give and your family the strength to cope with such a tragic event, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kristian Haralson

January 16, 2009

To the Aitken Family:
I am saddened to hear, I think of you all so very often. I have great memories of being a childhood friend of Jeremy. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Kris, Meredith, Olivia, and Max.

Don & Ressie Albares

January 16, 2009

Gabe & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss, our prayers will be with you and your family.

Bill & Margie Ricke

January 16, 2009

Gerry & Family,
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Brooke, Michelle, & Jill (marketing girls)

January 16, 2009

Keri,

We just wanted to let you know how sorry we are for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. If there is anything we can do for you, please let us know.

Pat and Rebecca Poiroux

January 16, 2009

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Sean McCloskey

January 16, 2009

God Bless Your Family with all our prayers.

Sung Ja and Sean

MARY FOLLINS

January 16, 2009

KERI YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY & REGARDS GOD BLESS & KEEP YOU & THE KIDS LOVE MARY H FOLLINS, CO-WORKER

Christy Fortenberry

January 16, 2009

Gabe & Family,
While I only had the honor of meeting Jeremy a few times, I want you all to know how heartbroken I am for your lose. It was very obvious that he was a kind, loving man, who adored his family. I know how much you all are hurting and want you to know that you all are in our thoughts & prayers.
We love you all,
Christy (McKey) Fortenberry &
Mary Anna Mckey

Gary Civello

January 16, 2009

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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