In memory of Jascha David Gelman 1972-1999
















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Kim Sordyl

Hi Judy,

I met Jascha in law school. We were in the same section so we had all of our classes together. Within the 1st month of school, he and Jeff Pitt took me to a cool restaurant in Eastern Market. He was so much fun right from the start while I was stressed out and sure I wouldn't make it through 1st year. His nonchalant attitude and fun sense of humor lightened things up for the rest of us. In the beginning, he surprised us with his intelligent answers (He read these cases??!) because he seemed so laid back.  When Jascha walked into the room, fun walked into the room. He nick-named me the "hot nerd" after I bought a pair of cat-eye glasses. I loved how he teased us all. My husband, John, met Jascha at Matt Roth's law school graduation party, and of course, instantly liked him.  

I heard of Jascha's death through a phone call from a law school classmate, Cheri Bruinsma. John and I attended the beautiful and touching service and gathered w/ law school classmates afterward, including Kristi Widgren, Adam Eichner and Amy Piner who are also close friends of mine.  I am so sorry for your (our) loss. Everyone loved Jascha. I will have wonderful memories of him and feel fortunate that he touched my life. I look forward to meeting you and thank you for inviting us to celebrate his life. 

 

Kim Sordyl

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