"My heart broke when I heard of Jill?s passing and I hope she is at peace now. While reminiscing through my photos of her I realized how many fun adventures and happy times we shared together - there was a lot of Laughter! I am sorry to not be with you during this difficult time, but I?m sending you all much Love."
In loving memory of
Jill Lynne Pedrick
June 7, 1972 - February 4, 2024
Jill Lynne Pedrick, 51, of Westwood, Massachusetts, died by suicide on February 4, 2024. She is loved and remembered by her son, Julian Pedrick Lessard of Chestnut Hill, MA, her mother, Judith (Bostwick) Zafft of Portsmouth, RI, her sister, the Rev. Jennifer L. Pedrick of Portsmouth, RI, her nieces, Lydia and Isabella Pedrick DeAngelo, her former husband, Shane Lessard of Chestnut Hill, MA and her father Daniel Webster Pedrick of Tequesta, Florida. She has countless family and friends who are heart broken and will miss her.
Jill was born in Ocala, FL on June 7, 1972. She grew up in Crystal River, FL and graduated from high school in Waynesboro, PA. She graduated from Hobart and William Smith College in 1994. Jill earned her MSW from Salem State University in 2011. She was proud of her work as a Clinical Social Worker at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA. Her family was proud of her too. Jill was a creative soul with artistic and culinary gifts that we will always remember. She loved music, art museums, nature and the beach - especially when shared with her son and family.
A Requiem Eucharist, followed by burial in the churchyard, will be held on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 11:00 am at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 324 East Main Rd, Portsmouth, RI. The service will be livestreamed at https://link.memorial/jillpedrick
Donations in her memory may be made to Jeff's Place, a Bereavement Center for children, families and individuals. https://www.jeffsplace.org/
An online tribute is found at www.memorialfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"I had the pleasure of working with Jill for several years in Cambridge. I loved the time we spent and I will always have this beautiful, positive memory of her."
"To Jill's family and loved ones, I knew Jill for over 20 yrs, first meeting when we both worked at DFCI. We then reconnected while both at Spaulding Hospital Cambridge. Jill called me about a month ago and, as she always did, she shared her joyful personality. Jill's ability to spread joy and happiness to others is certainly part of her legacy. My thoughts of Jill always put a smile on my face, and now her memory brings continues joy along with a tear in my eye. I hope you are able to find some comfort and peace as you read these memories of Jill shared by those whom she touched. "
"Why? There are no words?It is so heartbreaking and we are so deeply sorry for the loss of Jill, We are sending our prayers and love!, Siggi, Miriam, Olaf and our families "
"I offer my deepest condolences on the passing of Jill. I hope the happy memories will bring solace through this difficult time."
"Jill was always a light in our school days together. Quick with a laugh and a lovely demeanor. She was someone people gravitated towards with her infectious smile and her active interest in whatever the subject was. Never would utter a mean word. Sadly, the world has lost that light. Lets keep her memory going in the people she would like us to be. Rest In Peace Jill"
"I am terribly sorry for the loss of your Jill. I did not have the opportunity to meet her but she sure did sound like a wonderful person. I know that I do not know your family but Jill's obituary touched me. I wanted you to know how brave your family is sharing how Jill passed away. As a community member of Aquidneck Island your strength will help end the stigma on mental health. I am sending you prayers and strength as you navigate your new normal. With sympathy, Amy Lynch"
"I had the pleasure of working with Jill for several years in Boston. She was a total delight. Bright, creative, warm and fun. I loved the time we spent and I will always have this beautiful, positive memory of her."
"Jill was a good friend, I remember she had a wonderful laugh. Prayers for all her family and friends who are missing her now. Much love. "
"I am so sorry. Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss. Sean Yeakle "
" We were so sorry to hear of Jill death, praying for the rest of the family. Uncle Eugene and Dorothy"