Lucy Jane Duersch
March 17, 2011 - September 23, 2017
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Lucy Jane Duersch
March 17, 2011 - September 23, 2017
Obituary
Lucy Jane Duersch, age 6, passed away at home on Saturday, September 23, 2017. Lucy battled Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG), a pediatric brain stem tumor, for 13.5 months.
Lucy was born in Bellingham, WA on March 17, 2011, to Paul and Victoria (Key) Duersch. She was in 1st grade at Irene Reither Elementary. She had a naturally happy disposition from birth and was rarely seen without a smile. Lucy loved life and found joy in nearly everything. She loved to tell jokes, give gifts, sing, and have dance parties. She brightened the lives of all who met her.
In addition to her parents, Lucy is survived by her siblings Benjamin, Rhett, Ellinor, and Henry.
Lucy’s family is very thankful for the care she received from her incredible doctors and nurses at Seattle Children’s Hospital and UW Medical Center. She could not have been in better hands. Thanks also to the local community, as well many kind people around the world, for the outpouring of love and support for the family throughout the past year.
Services will be held on Friday, September 29, at the LDS chapel, 5800 Northwest Dr, Ferndale. Viewing 1:00-3:00 pm, funeral service 4:00 pm, with private graveside service immediately following at Greenacres Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers and other gifts, donations may be made through https://www.firstgiving.com/Campaign/Donation/44305. Please write in the comment field, “In memory of Lucy Duersch, 100% to go to DIPG Research.”
Funeral Service
- Date & Time: September 29, 2017 (12:00 AM)
- Venue: LDS Chapel
- Location: 5800 Northwest Dr Ferndale, WA 98248 - (Get Directions)
Viewing
- Date & Time: September 29, 2017 (12:00 AM)
- Venue: LDS Chapel
- Location: 5800 Northwest Dr Ferndale, WA 98248 - (Get Directions)
12 responses to Lucy Jane Duersch
Jill McJunkin says:
September 23, 2017
What a beautiful brave child that you brought into this world. Thank you for sharing her. Rest in peace sweet Angel. God bless you and your beautiful family I’m keeping you all tucked in my prayers.
Miriam Robertson says:
September 23, 2017
You will never know how much Lucy has touched my family’s life. From the moment Ryan and Marianne told us about her cancer diagnosis, we watched Lucy’s battle with DIPG with intense compassion. It was a privilege to meet her at Marianne’s funeral and to get to see her amazing smile in person. We are inspired by the faith your family shows as you face tragedy after tragedy. The pain you have endured is one few people will ever know and even fewer will understand. We send our love and prayers to you. We know families are forever. We take some comfort knowing that Lucy is with our sweet Marianne.
Keeley Mathews says:
September 23, 2017
Beautiful little girl who touched the lives of so many. I never met Lucy, but I can say that I loved her and prayed for her and her special family. She left a pretty big hole in the world but in her sparkling way, she brought awareness to DIPG and to the need for funding for childhood cancers. The Deursch family will continue to be in my prayers as they learn to cope with her death. Much love!!
rosie couture says:
September 23, 2017
Mes sinceres condoléances, quelle tristesse, mes pensées vont vers votre si belle famille .My condoleances,it is so sad, i am thinking of you and your beautiful family.
Marci Smith says:
September 23, 2017
So sorry to hear about the passing of your sweet daughter Lucy. Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. May family, friends, and our Heavenly Father be near you to give you peace at this time.