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Christopher Kirsch Obituary
Of Rockville, MD, died August 26, 2004. He was beloved eldest brother of Nicholas, Quincy, Keats, Thomas and James; son of the late Dr. Patricia A. Kirsch. He is survived by his father, Gerald M. Weinberg; his grandmother, Gertrude A. Korney; his stepfather, Angelo Cicolani; numerous nieces, nephews and many, many devoted friends. He studied at the University of Nebraska and graduated from the Le Cordon Rougue Culinary Institute of California. He was the proprietor of a small recording company, Blue Elephant Music, Inc. He was a prominent fixture in the Washington and Baltimore Area Blue's Communities, serving on the DC Blue's Society Board and chairing the Annual DC Blues Festival for several years. Memorials Service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to his name Marcia's Kids Endowment Fund, Western Maryland College, Westminster, MD 21157, 410-857-2771.
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Memories and Condolences
for Christopher Kirsch
Bonni McKeown
January 22, 2005
When I would go to any DC or Maryland blues event, there would Chris be with the table of DC blues stuff to sell. He was a dedicated, knowledgeable and fun person. He will be sorely missed.
PRAY FOR PEACE
WORK FOR JUSTICE
BOOGIE FOR SURVIVAL
and, as they sang in honor of the late John Jackson , "save a seat for me".
Barrelhouse Bonni
Elliott Gross
November 2, 2004
No doubt Chris was probably the most dedicated blues supporter in the area and he will be sorely missed by the D.C. and Baltimore blues communities. It won't be the same without seeing him manning the tent or table at festivals and events.
Charlie Williams
October 25, 2004
I was very privileged to have known Chris. He was so supportive to so many musicians and always willing to help the blues societies. He knew the business side of things could be tough but he always remained optimistic. The blues was his life. He just loved the music and the people who shared that love - musicians and fans alike.
We spoke several times after his illness was discovered and he always would tell me how his family and friends were taking good care of him but how he did not want to burden anyone. I hope some us can pull it together to record a few tunes in honor of your memory and friendship. It has been said that out lifetime on earth is but a blink of an eye in heaven.
See ya soon.
David Galloway
October 15, 2004
Chris was a rare find, a great bridge, a good friend to all he touched. He was a diamond of The D.C. Blues Society,smoothing the ripples of disagreement, serving tirelessly to the end. The DCBS will never be the same.Please tell Wally I said "Hi". Dave Galloway !
Roger Edsall
October 15, 2004
It takes a genuine person to look out for genuine musicians.
Thanks to you Chris and godspeed.
Save us a seat at the big show.
David ********
October 10, 2004
Chris was a rare find, a great bridge, a good friend to all he touched. He was a diamond of The D.C. Blues Society,smoothing the ripples of disagreement, serving tirelessly to the end. The DCBS will never be the same.Please tell Wally I said "Hi". Dave
Marcia Coffelt
September 23, 2004
It is sad to lose someone dear to us, especially someone like Chris who quietly gave so much to so many … but there is comfort in remembering the times he made us laugh, his thoughtfulness and unselfishness … and the times he made a positive difference in our lives. Through his love of the blues, Chris enriched the lives of many people and contributed immeasurably to the local blues societies. He had many friends and will be greatly missed.
The past few weeks, I’ve been trying to come up with a way to honor his memory ….. then it occurred to me ….. the most exemplary thing that we can do to keep Chris in our hearts is to “leave your ego home, play the music and love the people.”
Andrew Milder
September 17, 2004
Chris was a good man! He truely had a me casa su casa attitude; which is very rare these days! I am sorry I didnt have more opportunities to vist him, as I always enjoyed our time together!
May he always Rest In Peace!
Flatfoot Sam
September 14, 2004
MY heart felt condolences to Chris's family. He was a great friend and I will miss him very much.If I could only experess how much Chris did and meant to me but there are no words that could capture the way Chris made me and countless others feel.All my love Flatfoot Sam.
Karen Leon
September 10, 2004
I will always remeber Chris for his love of music and his friends. There was nothing Chris would not do if he could if someone was in need.
Jim & I will miss his laughter
Donna Misiak
September 4, 2004
Chris,
I'll never forget all the fun times we had and the incredible blues music we shared when you were working the D.C. Blues Society's table and I was manning the BBS table. God Bless You in heaven! Heartfelt condolences to your family.
Jim Drake
September 3, 2004
Chris was one of us a blues lover with a big smile.Thanks for taking care of all us blues lovers,Will miss you!!
Jim
Alan Fener
September 3, 2004
Our musical world is a sadder, quieter, less loving place without Chris. I counted him as "friend" ... I will miss him dearly.
Jazs
September 2, 2004
My condolences go to Chris's family and friends. I called WPFW last Saturday to share the sad news and the DJ Da' Gator sent his love to your family with deep, heartfelt passion.
Chris was manning a Blues Society table at almost every music event that I attended. We used to commiserate about investments, music, anything. His dedication to keeping the blues alive was unfailing. Great musicians showed their appreciation of Chris's devotion to the blues, attending and performing at his benefits. Just weeks before he passed away, I saw Chris at the Wilmington Music Festival helping a friend, Magic Slim, and celebrating Magic's b-day. I'm so glad I got a hug from Chris that day.
Knowing that Chris had a life full of friends, family, travel, and great music should help us know that he's having a great time right now. See ya there, Chris!
Marti Iben
September 2, 2004
"This is what you shall do: love the earth and sun and the animals, despise riches, give alms to everyone that asks, stand up for the stupid and crazy, devote your income and labor to others, hate tyrants, argue not concerning God, have patience and indulgence toward the people, take off your hot to nothing known or unknown or to any man or number of men, go freely with powerful, uneducated persons and with the young and with the mothers of families, read these leaves in the open air every season of every year of your life, re-examine all you have been told at school or church or in any book, dismiss whatever insults your own soul, and your very flesh shall be a great poem and have the greatest fluency not only in its words but in the silent lines of its lips and face and between the lashes of yours eyes and in every motion and joint of your body...." Walt Whitman - Let the hawk guide you, Chris Kirsch....
Robin Worzala Cantor
September 2, 2004
My condolences to the family and all his friends. He was too young to die. I met Chris at Chantal and Keats's wedding and though I never spent much time with him, I felt like I knew him because of talking with Chantal and Keats. The entire Worzala family is greatly saddened by his death and pray for hiw family and friends during this very difficult time.
Craig Meyers
September 2, 2004
Chris,
Keep a seat warm for me, say hey to Luther and know that we will sorely and sadly miss you -- until we meet again.
Peace my brother,
Coach
Anne Gray
September 1, 2004
Nick,
Chris' death and struggles and delights have been such a part of you that you have shared with us; he will be missed by those whose lives he has touched, and through the hole in your heart left by his passing.
love,
anne
Adam Vargas
September 1, 2004
We will all miss you dearly Uncle Chris though we weren't related but by adoption Chris always treated me like family,we can all learn alot from his life of caringness and free giving to any and all he came across in his all too short live!Your strong spirit will live on through all that loved you:)adam
Michael Dutton
September 1, 2004
Chris - Your enthusiasm and love of music will be truely missed. Words can not fully describe the person we knew nor his zest for life. So long for now, my friend, until we meet once more.
Eleanor & Alan Singer
September 1, 2004
We had the pleasure of meeting Chris at Amanda's Bat Mitzvah. He was a sweet and gentle person. We are glad we saw him last May.
Evan Fisher
August 31, 2004
I'm so glad that I had the opportunity to get know him, even just a little. He truly loved his friends and his family and was always willing to find his way across the country to pass his good wishes in person. Chris will be missed.
Amanda Milder
August 31, 2004
We will all miss Chris. He was a great person and I was honored that he came out for my Bat Mitzvah. He was very generous and loved having family come together. It's sad that he was taken from us so early.
GEORGE MATOSIAN
August 31, 2004
CHRIS WAS A GREAT GUY AND A GREAT FRIEND. HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY. MY CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
Sharon Sanner
August 30, 2004
My sincere sympathy to the family and friends of Chris. He will be missed.
Elizabeth Hamberry
August 30, 2004
Chris was truly a kind, wonderful, and genuine person. It is sad that he was taken so early in life. He will be missed by many. God Bless him.
john chamberlin
August 30, 2004
I would like to extend my condolences to Chris' family. I knew Chris through his involvement in the DC Blues Society; he was tireless in his efforts on its behalf, and his enthusiasm was boundless. He was also one heckuva a nice guy.
kevin miskelly
August 30, 2004
The world will miss Chris Kirsch.
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