Visitation:
Sunday, October 21, 2018
2:00 PM-4:00 PM
6:00 PM-8:00 PM
Secor Funeral Home
Service:
Monday, October 22, 2018
11:00 AM
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church
Kathleen "Kathy" Hirschy, age 52, of Willard, Ohio passed away on Thursday, October 18, 2018, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born November 6, 1965 in Willard, Ohio to Dr. John and Patricia (Secor) Rosso. Kathy graduated from Willard High School in 1984 and from The University of Toledo in 1989 with a B.A. in Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. She was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church and served on the St. Francis School Advisory Board for three years. She worked her entire life as a pharmacist at K&H Drug Store, Frye Pharmacy, Rite Aid, and most recently, Discount Drug Mart. Kathy was also licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of Florida. She enjoyed attending her daughters, nephews and nieces, and husband's sporting events and her daughters' musical events. Kathy loved country music, attending concerts, watching movies, socializing, and traveling (especially to her favorite destination, Siesta Key, Florida). Her sense of humor, smile and laugh could light up a room.
She is survived by her husband, David Hirschy, whom she married July 5, 2007; 4 daughters, Dr. Meredith (Andy) Hale of Middleburg Heights, Ohio, Caroline Hamilton and fiance' Matt Ritz of Attica, Emily Hamilton of Willard and Abby Hamilton of Willard; a step son, Jackson Hirschy of Bucyrus; a step daughter, Meagan Martin of Plymouth; grandson, Grafton Ritz of Attica; father, Dr. John E. Rosso and Alice Schieffer of Willard; 3 brothers, Dr. James (Trish) Rosso of Willard, Mike (Tina) Rosso of Texas and John Rosso of New Jersey; sister, Jackie (Mike) Bogner of Willard; nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Patricia M. (Secor) Rosso; grandparents, E. Raymond & Lillian Secor and John & Mary Rosso, and nephew Nate Bogner.
Visitation will be Sunday, October 21, 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. and 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the Secor Funeral Home in Willard, Ohio. The funeral mass will be Monday, October 22, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. at the St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Willard, Ohio with Fr. George Mahas officiating. Burial will follow at the Maple Grove Cemetery in New Haven, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to Stein Hospice of Sandusky, or St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
Condolences
Harlene Palkuti - Oct 26, 2018
Dear Johnny. I am so sad to learn of the loss of your beautiful daughter. I know she must have been special, being you and Patty’s little girl. May God bless you and the whole family and give you peace. ? Harlene
Mike and Gloria Conway - Oct 26, 2018
Please accept our deepest sympathy for you loss of Kathy. She and her family will be remembered in our prayers.
Sandie Smetzer - Oct 23, 2018
Prayers and condolences to all of Kathy's family. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Ken and Donna Hay - Oct 23, 2018
We are so sorry to hear about Kathy passing. The Hirschy and Rosso families are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nancy Tackett - Oct 23, 2018
Just hearing the very sad news of Kathy's passing. Prayers and condolences to The Rosso, Secor, and Hirschy families. I will always remember her smiling face and her braifed pigtails. God bless.
Nancy Tackett - Oct 23, 2018
Just hearing the very sad news of Kathy's passing. Prayers and condolences to The Rosso, Secor, and Hirschy families. I will always remember her smiling face and her brades. God bless.
Dennis and Sherry Johnston - Oct 22, 2018
So sorry for your loss I know it must be hard but she wont suffer any more. We just found out Monday morning so sorry we missed coming back. Take care of yourselves if you need anything let us know.
Stephen and Karen Sickel - Oct 22, 2018
Dave and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Kathy was such a sweet person.. Know that we are praying for you.
Wendy Ayres Daniel - Oct 22, 2018
Thoughts and prayers extend from my family to yours.
Philip and Kelly Douglas - Oct 22, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to you David and all your Hirschy and Russo family members. May you find comfort among each other as Kathy is laid to Rest In Peace today. We are sorry we could not attend.
Dave Froelich - Oct 22, 2018
Hirsch,
So sorry to learn of the passing of your lovely wife. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers now and forever.
Fro
Brian Cramer - Oct 22, 2018
I’m sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers
Shelley Holden - Oct 21, 2018
I extend my heartfelt condolences to the Rosso and Hirschy families on Kathy's passing. Keep all of the fond memories of her close to your heart. May the Lord bless and comfort you during this time.
Mike and Stacy Strance - Oct 21, 2018
Our love thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones Dave. Kathy sure was loved beyond measure.
Brenda-Adams Bub - Oct 21, 2018
My heart goes out to you all. Kathy you were always so kind to everyone in school. I feel so blessed to have gotten to “candy strip “ with you at the hospital all those years ago and was able to know how genuine and caring you truly were, along with you’re passion for helping others. You were as humble and kind as they come. Thanks for you’re talks at the Pharmacy years back and encouraging me to return to school . I made it❤️God has certainly received an angel. Continued prayers ❤️
Tom Durham - Oct 21, 2018
So sorry for your loss
Lyssa and Doug High - Oct 21, 2018
Our deepest condolences to your family.
Jeff and Brent Glorioso - Oct 21, 2018
Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you all. She is in great company in heaven.
Nathan Winkelfoos - Oct 21, 2018
Coach,
Saddened to hear of your loss. You have my families condolences.
Sherry Long - Oct 20, 2018
So very sorry to hear of Kathy's passing, a great loss for her entire family. Prayers uplifted for all.
Donna Patton-Daniel - Oct 20, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the Hirschy, Rosso, Secor and Hamilton families. May God bless and comfort you all, in the coming days.
Dianne Rickard Brock - Oct 20, 2018
To those family and friends who have been touched by this sweet lady, may her memory bring joy and may God bring you peace.
- Oct 20, 2018
Prayers to the Hirschy family the Hamilton girls and their families, to the Rosso family, Sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless, Ashley and Ethan Wenninger and Marsha Ganni
Don and Ginny - Oct 20, 2018
We are deeply saddened by the loss that you and your family have encountered.
Our condolences
And deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the peace that you all seek.
Steve & Lenora Minor - Oct 20, 2018
Dave....prayers that you find strength and peace in God's plan.
The Broz Family - Oct 20, 2018
Dave and Family. So very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Janet, Ken, Hayden, and Landon Broz
Greg and Ellen Shifley - Oct 20, 2018
We are so sorry for this family’s loss. We will keep you in our prayers in the days ahead.
Rick Reed - Oct 20, 2018
Sorry to hear of your loss Dave, prayers headed your way.
Greg and Verna Schifer - Oct 20, 2018
Dave, you have our deepest sympathy. We remember seeing Kathy back in the days when you were at Wynford. What a beautiful person inside and out. Please know we care and pray for all of you. May the love of God comfort you and the love of friends give you peace.
Anne McKown Webb - Oct 20, 2018
May the love and prayers of family and friends help sustain each of you. From our family, you have both.
Penny (Mastron) Howell - Oct 20, 2018
Dr. John Rosso and all the family , David Hirschy and Family We were very sorry to hear of Kathy's illness and passing away. I can feel your loss both from loosing our youngest daughter Jessica and from losing my sister. I wish I could say losing a child gets easier but it is to fresh in my mind to say that it does, but it has been years since Denise , my sister passed away and it does get easier but you have to hold on to the good memories and know they are in a good place with no more pain and suffering . They will help you get through this terrible time. Our loved ones in heaven will always be in our hearts. I feel the ache of their loss will always be there. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jackie Baker Bachtel - Oct 19, 2018
Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Kathy was a wonderful friend!
Mike and Pat Ziegelhofer - Oct 19, 2018
Our most sincere condolences to all Kathy's loved ones. You all will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Brenda Newman - Oct 19, 2018
Girls I'm so sorry for your loss....
Tony & Virginia Michalek - Oct 19, 2018
Thoughts and Prayers with Deep Sympathy to the Kathy Hirschy Family.
Susan Holmes Wiles Hellinger - Oct 19, 2018
Heartbreaking. My deepest sympathy to all the family.
Jim & Marilyn Ganni - Oct 19, 2018
So sorry for your loss...… Prayers go out to both families...…
Becky Bores - Oct 19, 2018
Deepest sympathy to you and the family. Kathleen was a beautiful lady
Marilyn Sands - Oct 19, 2018
All of us who knew Kathy were blessed by her love, kindness and beautiful soul. May God keep her entire family in His care at this most difficult time.
Greg and Marilyn
Trish Palmer Tarr - Oct 19, 2018
So sorry for your loss.
Kari (King) and Dave Boyd - Oct 19, 2018
Kathy was such a special person. Our heartfelt sympathies to the Hirschy and Rosso families. Our prayers are with you all today and in the days to come.
Lynette (Schwenn) Barclay - Oct 19, 2018
Our deepest sympathy to the Rosso & Hirshey families. Lifting you all in prayer during this sad time.
Laura Taylor - Oct 19, 2018
Please accept my deepest sympathies on your loss. I worked with Kathy at Drug Mart. She loved attending sporting events at her daughters' school and was so proud of all of them. Her great love for her husband and daughters gushed from her heart during our many conversations. She will be dearly missed by so many. My heart goes out to you during this difficult time.
Joe and Janene Reiderman - Oct 19, 2018
Thinking of you during this difficult time Dave. Knowing that she is finally at peace should be of great comfort to you and your family. She was a wonderful person, and had a wonderful impact on the lives of many people. She will definitely be missed, but never forgotten.
Denise schaub - Oct 19, 2018
My sincere condolences to the Rosso family. May God surround you in this time of need. Hugs and prayers.
Bob Carpenter - Oct 19, 2018
Prayers and condolences for Hirschy and Rosso family.
Molly Spayde Dobson - Oct 19, 2018
So sad to hear today of Kathy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Rosso and Hirschy families. The entire Spayde family sends its sympathy and prayers for your peace.
Ken and Denice Burkhalter - Oct 19, 2018
So sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Rosso and Hirschy Families.
Margaret Drury - Oct 19, 2018
Dear Rosso Family, I am very sorry and sad to hear of Kathy's passing.
May beautiful memories, along with your faith, help to ease the pain of your loss.
May our good Lord comfort each one of you.
Robin Armatrout Gingery - Oct 19, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Rosso and Hirschy families. May you find peace in all the wonderful memories.
Deb Hughes - Oct 19, 2018
My sincerest condolences to all who knew and loved her
Kim,Diana and Scott Olson - Oct 19, 2018
To the Hirschy and Rosso families, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Our deepest sympathy to all of you on your loss.
Janet Hines - Oct 19, 2018
My deepest sympathy to all the Hirschy and Rosso families. May Kathy now have eternal rest.
Diane Miller - Oct 19, 2018
To Dave and all of Kathy’s family: there are no words that will help during this time of loss. I am praying for comfort for all of you. Kathy was a second mom to my daughter, Taylor, when she and Caroline were young and we have so many good memories.
Roger Keesy - Oct 19, 2018
Dave & family,
Deepest condolences from my family to yours!
Pam Niedermeier - Oct 19, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. Your entire family has my heartfelt sympathy.
Paul Gase - Oct 19, 2018
So sorry for your loss. Her family and her love for them is her wonderful legacy.
Steve Frazee - Oct 18, 2018
Dave,
I am so sorry for your loss. Know that Stephanie and I are praying for you and your entire family. May God Bless you during this difficult time.
Pam Lucas Dwight - Oct 18, 2018
I'm so very sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. She was a beautiful soul inside and out. Sending many prayers and much love to all of you.
Donna Weaver - Oct 18, 2018
So sorry to hear of your loss. She will be missed by all.
Melody - Oct 18, 2018
So sorry. Prayers and condolences for family.
Kerry Rustin - Oct 18, 2018
Sending heartfelt prayers & sympathy to the whole family.
Kathy Emery Mulvihill - Oct 18, 2018
My deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Hirschy, Rosso, and Secor families. May Kathy Rest In Peace with the Saints and Angels.
ReNea Owens - Oct 18, 2018
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Kathy. She was a great person and I enjoyed all our times together through the years Prayers to the Rosso and Hirschy families. May Kathy R.I.P.
Chip and Colleen Ebert - Oct 18, 2018
So sorry to hear this news. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Rosso and Hirschy families.
Brenda Cramer - Oct 18, 2018
I’m sorry for your loss. Prayers.
Anna (Younger) and Mike Majoras - Oct 18, 2018
We are so very sorry to hear of Kathy’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God give you the comfort and strength you need.
Pat & Carol McDaniel - Oct 18, 2018
So sorry to hear of Kathy's passing.
Joyce Wicker 10/18/2018 - Oct 18, 2018
SORRY To hear that Kathy Pass. GOD Just Needed new Flower for the Garden. AND SHE WAS PRETTY. I Didn't know her . But I do know Doc. her Dad i Live across THE Road From Him. THE Brown. please let me know If I can Help in Any. GOD BLESS .
Marty Smith - Oct 18, 2018
To the family of kathy..my deepest sympathy to you and prayers for the days to come
Matt's Aunt
Jack & Pam Milligan - Oct 18, 2018
So very sorry! Prayers for the family.
Mickey Kurzen Christie - Oct 18, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with your family!
Matt and Missy Hines - Oct 18, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss. Try to find comfort in knowing she is at peace. Prayers!
Terry Nonnemacher - Oct 18, 2018
Deepest sympathies and prayers to you and your family.
Joan Ebert - Oct 18, 2018
Thoughts and prayers to your family during this difficult time.
Barbara Picklesimer - Oct 18, 2018
May she rest in peace....she will be a great loss to this community <3
Melanie Henke - Oct 18, 2018
Prayers and peace for you and your family.
Debbie and Ed Kanney - Oct 18, 2018
May God's love embrace you all during this difficult time. Knowing that she will be dearly missed though forever in your hearts. Please know that Ed, Meagan, Alison, Eli and myself will be praying for your peace and comfort.
Dawn and Steve Wallrabenstein - Oct 18, 2018
You have our deepest sympathies. Kathy was an amazing lady. I cannot express how I feel, there are no words to provide comfort. Please know that she loved being a mom. She was loving, proud, and enjoyed every minute spent with her 4 beautiful girls. You have made her proud. I love all of you and praying for all of you.