Jesse Everett Fosselman
Sebastien Renault
I had the particular honor of being one of Jess’ caregivers and friends for approximately the last two years. We met in June of 2019, and quickly found out that it was going to work out, as something simply clicked from the start. Healthcare had never been my training or background, but temporary circumstances brought me to it two years ago. Jess became my “customized” patient, thanks to his uncommonly dedicated, caring, and big-hearted wife, Jackie. And I, conversely, became Jess’ “customized” caregiver, notwithstanding my too many flows…
The adventure of caring for Jess is one I will never forget. While I do not think of myself as deserving his kindness and friendship, I’m deeply grateful for them. Brought into the midst of the daily life of Jess and Jackie, to eventually share it 6 days a week for nearly two years when they faced some of the hardest health-related adversities, could not have been possible, as it turned out to be, without friendship and mutual affinity as solutions of that somewhat unlikely equation… I reckon that the same can be safely said of the fondness that grew between them and Vivian, Malinda, and Rose, whose care proved so suitable and timely for our two friends.
Jess’ congeniality, witticism, kindheartedness and honesty are qualities and virtues, among many others, which I surmise have impressed on all who have had a chance to cross path with him. As the very last moments of his earthly life drew near, he strikingly came to take into the likeness of a little infant, all set to be born to the next life—which is very real indeed and awaiting all of us. He was ready, uncannily and solemnly so. I was most privileged to see him take his last breath, while he looked into Jackie’s eyes… Jess had been lying in bed unconscious for several hours, with no sign that he would ever step out of such a dire state, with his breathing hindered by the accumulation of respiratory secretions. Yet he did step out of it, at the most crucial time, as Jackie leaned over him with words of encouragement, undying love, and devotion. He peacefully and intently opened his eyes, heard these words, and took his flight from this vale of tears…
I will never forget what I witnessed on that sorrowful day, at that very moment, and I do thank Heaven for granting our dear friend Jess the grace of departing peacefully, beholding Jackie’s face one more time here below. Amidst the heavy-heartedness of his altogether sudden departure, it was truly fitting for both Jess and Jackie to behold one another so fondly and appreciatively.
Dear Jess, I say goodbye for now, as I did last Monday afternoon by your very side… We are all missing you sorely, but looking forward to seeing you again in the age to come. This is no vain hope to have. It is a most certain truth, which the general Resurrection will indeed make manifest to all. Meanwhile, life continues for us here on earth. We will be there for Jackie, and will not fail to remember to pray for your immortal soul. God bless you and grant you His eternal peace.
Your friend,
Sebastien
George Breinich
I will always remember how great it was to work with Jess from 1984 through 1989 on the Navy’s Kuwait Project. I learned a lot from Jess and always enjoyed seeing him at the Kuwait Team reunion dinners. He will definitely be missed.
Ken and Suzanne Rigby
Rest In Peace our dear friend.
Joanne Austin
Jesse was a dear friend. So many years of happy times together—-here in Mechanicsburg and Philipsburg! I cherish those memories of him.
Dave and Carol Ulsh
We are so sorry to loose a dear longtime friend. Jess and Dave were friends since second grade living on the same block in Newport, going to Mercersburg Academy, Lafayette College and Phi Gamma Delta frat brothers. In June, 1960 he was our best man. We loved getting together with he and Jackie on a regular basis many times in the years following. He will be missed dearly. He always was upbeat and had some wise words to share. Love, Carol and Dave Ulsh
David Barsda
Jesse was coworker and a friend for many years when we worked at IBM and we continued to work together in the following years. But most of all I will remember him as my friend. My life was better because he was part of it.
Jess, I miss you, thanks for being there.
Barb Springer
Jackie I am sooo sorry to hear about Jes I haven’t seen you guys for a while due to Covid I hope you are well I thought I had your number but I don’t Please know I’m thinking about you and hoping God will help you get thru your loss. Take care.
Linda McCliment Rhea
Dear Jackie, please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss of Jess. Prayers and Blessings to you! Take care. I know it’s difficult, but you are a very strong woman. Just wanted you to know I was thinking of you. Sincerely, Linda McCliment Rhea
Linda McCliment Rhea
Dear Jackie, please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss of Jess. Prayers and Blessings to you! Take care. I know it’s difficult, but you are a very strong woman. Just wanted you to know I was thinking of you. Sincerely, Linda McCliment Rhea
michael neason
michael neason
was a good man