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Submitted by Marty Favino on 25/Mar/2019 - No words can describe the sadness I felt upon hearing of the passing of my old friend Kirk Jesse. I know he touched many other lives as well. For now, I wish you well my friend...the rest I'll save for when we meet again. Rest in peace Kirk, rest in peace.
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Kirk
Mosher Jesse, age 63, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on
March 19, 2019, at Duke Hospital in Durham, NC. He was born in Newburgh, New
York on September 24th, 1955 to William and Helen Antoinette Jesse. His parents
and older brother, Paul Jesse, preceded him in death. He graduated from Newburgh
Free Academy High School and later pursued his love for the sign business
through various trade colleges, and was also a licensed real estate agent. He
married Pami Lynn Berlin on June 30th, 1984 and they were blessed with three
beautiful children. Kirk is survived by Pami Jesse, his three children, Megan,
Ryan, and Heather Jesse as well as his son in law who he claimed as his own son,
Bryce Kain. He also held a distinct love for animals and cherished his furry
son, Nolan, and his furry granddaughter, Mia. Kirk was a avid music lover and
had a broad depth of knowledge of classic rock. He adored his collection of
guitars and passed on his admiration for music to his children. Even in his
final moments, Pink Floyd, Jimmy Hendrix, the Beatles, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison,
and many other of his favorite artists played in the background. He also found
enjoyment and a sense of peace in fishing and would take his kids to Lochmere
Lake close to their home in Cary. He was an entrepreneur and owned his own sign
business and held a great sense of pride in his work. He frequently talked about
all of the jobs he performed for businesses such as School Kids Records,
Buddha's Belly, and many more. He held a part-time job in the Electrical and
Hardware Departments at Home Depot and always talked about the impact that his
"Depot Family" had on him where he formed numerous friendships. He loved old
school cars and often reminisced of his old GTO and others. However, most of
all, he lived and breathed for his children. He cherished every moment he had
with them and enjoyed going to a weekly "Taco Tuesday" dinner at Torreros. There
is nothing else that brought him more joy than his kids. They were the reason
for his being and he was the pinnacle of what a great father looked like. He
would have done anything for them and he was deeply proud of each and every one
of them and their accomplishments. Kirk touched the lives of many and was a
gentle, compassionate, and caring man with a big heart. He would do anything for
anyone in their time of need and always had a smile on his face. Kirk faced many
uphill battles throughout his life including a 30-ft fall through a shopping
mall and 3 unique bouts of cancer. However, despite all the odds that were
stacked against him and the challenges he faced, he overcame every obstacle
through the strength and support that he received from his friends and family.
Kirk will be sorely missed, but his legacy will be carried on through his three
children. Although Kirk left us at an early age, the family finds a sense of
comfort in the fact that he is now reunited with his close friends and family
that passed before him. He was an outstanding father, a fighter, an individual
to look up to, and a dear friend to many. "Shine on you crazy diamond" - Pink
Floyd A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, March
23rd, 2019 at the Browne-Wynne Funeral home, located at 200 SE Maynard Road,
Cary, NC 27511. The family will receive visitors starting at 4:00pm up until
7:00pm and will make their eulogies around 6:30pm. All are invited to visit with
the family following the service at 104 Gatestone Ct. Cary, NC 27518.Kirk Jesse
- Class of 1974 No words can describe the sadness I felt upon hearing of the passing of my old friend Kirk Jesse. I know he touched many other lives as well. For now, I wish you well my friend...the rest I'll save for when we meet again. Rest in peace Kirk, rest in peace.
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