I believe I was Jay's first secretary at Dick Graf's office in 1963. Of course, it later became Graf & Walsh. I was 17 and worked after school hours and stayed with them full time when I graduated from NHS in 1963. He was a great guy as was his Mom who was Mr. Graf's secretary until she became ill. Jay and Mrs. (Anna) Walsh taught me so much. I'll remember them always. Peace be with them.
My Uncle Jay inspired me to be adventurous, to see and experience the world. He was caring, considerate and confident, and these attributes along with his ambition enabled him to touch many and accomplish much. His life is inspiring. I am sad he has passed, but I am glad to be apart of his wonderful Walsh family. His memory lives on through us. Rest in peace.
Lots of love,
J.P.
I am the oldest of the children of Jay's cousin's Phil and Burke so I guess I remember Jay the most. He was, first, the rescuer of my first dog, Biscuit the beagle. I may have been five when Biscuit (my name for the dog) was accused of chasing the cows on Dukie's Hill behind our house. Jay took Biscuit and kept him as his for the rest of Biscuit's long life. I really was not sure I believed this, but we stayed with Jay's family when Dad and Burke took me to the World's Fair in 1964. There was Biscuit! I had not seen Jay since Uncle Burke's funeral and was thrilled to see him last August at Mellisa's wedding. He was still one of the most handsome men I ever have known. I miss my dad and Uncle Burke and now the link to them, Jay.
God Bless
Dearest Walsh Family, The loss of a parent is a deep one. However, Jay has left a lasting legacy of humility, humanity and most of all the love of family. I shall never forget him. I was honored to even be a small part of his life. With the deepest and warmest condolences...Dr. Sunita
