Jack Wiederstein
December 31, 2009 ~ May 14, 2023
Born in:
Bryan, Texas
Resided in:
College Station, Texas
Jack,
We’ve tried repeatedly and cannot write an obituary for you. You’re too young. You had too much life
left to live. And you had so many plans. We were so excited to be on this journey with you, watching you
become a young man.
You had such a beautiful soul and it showed in your eyes. Your bright hair, your big smile, your yelled
greetings across the house, the school, the band hall, or anywhere else you happened to be. You
touched so many lives.
You were smart, dedicated, and scored well in academics. You were a star in band. That first year, when
everyone sounds…..new, we could tell that you had a natural talent. You played your music for hours
and sought out more advanced songs to challenge yourself. Band camp 2022 was the best week you’ve
ever had. You came home so happy, so filled with purpose, and gave a minute’s consideration to
attending WTAMU for college. You were looking forward to 2023’s camp and had a challenging goal – 1 st
chair in the top band. You always wanted to perform your best in whatever task you took on.
You found friends everywhere you went. And if you knew no one when you arrived, you’d have a friend
by the time you left. You made people laugh. You told terrible dad jokes as well as extremely quick and
hilarious smart remarks.
You hated injustice in the world. You stood up for what was right. You reached out to kids that you
thought needed support or someone in their corner. You carried gum everywhere and passed it out to
anyone you felt needed a dose of kindness during their day.
You were loving, brilliant, determined, and you had the strength to be you, even in the face of heartless
bullies. You did not back down. We are so proud of the young man you were becoming. You were our
heart. Our light. Our love.
We are devastated that we will never see you grow any older, achieve any more of your dreams. We are
comforting each other the best that we can. You’ve left behind your moms, your dad, your sister, your
grandparents. Aunts, uncles, and cousins. Friends. We wish that you could have felt our love. Known
how much you were needed. Reported the bullying to anyone. We would have tried to help. We would
have loved you and kept you safe for 10 minutes, and then 10 more. Now, it is we who try to survive for
10 minutes.
You were loved beyond measure. You touched the lives of everyone who knew you and even kids you
just passed in the hall. We pray that your soul is at peace. That you can see now, in the wisdom of your
soul, what you meant to each of us. Eventually, we will talk about you and tell stories, laughing at your
wit. Always we will hold your memory close and love you. We will see you again. Until that day, we will
mourn you.
Services
Memorial Service: May 20, 2023 2:00 pm
First Baptist Church - College Station
2300 Welsh Avenue
College Station, Texas 77845
979-696-7000
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My daughter was in band with Jack so I had the honor to watch your son play at the concerts along side with daughter. I am soo terribly sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to your family. My deepest condolences.
The Zaragoza Family
i didn’t know you, but i always say you in the hallways at school and i couldn’t think anything else except how happy you looked. it breaks my heart that there was something going on behind your smile. you’re in a better place now. i hope you’re looking down on us and seeing how much you are cared for Jack. you deserved better.
Thank you for being such a good friend.
Carmine,
It caught us all by surprise. You were always a great friend to him and an important part of his life.
I am very sorry for this terrible loss of your friend. I hope that you have someone you trust that you can talk to to help you navigate all of these complex feelings. I have suffered the loss of a friend to suicide, and it wasn’t even in the terrible hateful context of bullying. It is a difficult journey. Please do not try to walk it alone. Find people to lean on. Know that you are loved and prayed For, and I do not even know you… I am all the way up in New York city, and I haven’t met you. It sounds like Jack was a special guy, and he matters a lot to you. No one can take that friendship from you. Treasure it forever. grief is a tricky beast. One day you may find you are so sad you can barely breathe. Another day you might even find that you’re angry at Jack. Another day you’ll be laughing about the times you had together. Then you’ll find you are swallowed up with sadness again. It’s like a yo-yo. It’s a lot to take in, so don’t do it all alone. Wishing you the best. Hang in there. Bullies suck and people like you and Jack are awesome. Hang in there. My blessings to you and his family.
He was always very kind to me and no one did not like him.
Nicholas,
You’ve been a huge part of his life, and ours by extension, for as long as I can remember. We are all lost right now.
My deepest sympathy to Jack’s family and friends. I had the honor of teaching Jack music in elementary. He was a spunky little guy who we could always count on for a smile. He will be missed.
Sharon, Matt & Maddie, our hearts break with you at this time. We are praying God’s comfort will bring peace. In time I hope you are able to focus on your memories and the good times. We are here for anything you may need. Rest in Peace Jack.
from which we’ll never part,
God has you in his keeping,
we have you forever in our hearts.
We will always love you Jack
Bonham,
My heart breaks for you. You are one of the best friends he has ever had. I don’t have any wisdom for you, but we hurt for you as well.
Love always
GMom
If anyone needs a hug, I’m here.
Giving us a chance to meet him
Love, Mrs. Moore
Such a terrific young man who had a lot on his mind. God loves Jack, and as His word says “in a moment, in the twinkling of an eye…” Jack’s next moment will be the full realization of God’s love for him.
Sunny days seem to hurt the most
I wear the pain like a heavy coat
The only thing that gives me hope
Is I know I’ll see you again someday
Dear Jack Wiederstein,
I have to talk to you about some things, now we have only been friends for only 2 years, but when I say those 2 years were the best years of my life, I mean it. Man, I was so looking forward to this summer, it would of been so cool, just the 5 of us hanging out with each other. No matter how hard I try, you always keep running back into my thoughts, I still got so many unanswered questions to ask you, but I just didn’t get enough time. You probably regret it don’t you, you still had so much time, so many new people you could have met, so many lives you could have changed, but that didn’t happen. You had a shining personality, you made people laugh, you changed people so they could become a better version of themselves, you were the whole reason why I tried so hard in band, not only in band but in a lot of different things. You pushed me to become a better person, and you did the same for a lot of people. I hope you have a great time up there, or wherever you are.
Love, Jakob Perry
P.S.
I guess I am officially better than you in band.
I do believe you now hold the title. He was so excited you would be in the same band next year and about the plans y’all had. You were an important part of his life.
This feels unreal and every morning , I feel like he’s gonna be there
I’ve been seeing this happen all too often lately and I want to convey a message to everyone who has kids. Don’t let your kids grow up too fast, make sure you check in with them and make yourself available for them to come to for anything! I’ve suffered from depression for many years and I’m seeing this happen a lot more these days, a lot in my own district and across the country.
Young teenagers do not have the strength it takes to deal with some of these issues, it’s difficult for a lot of adults too. My parents have been very helpful over the years and they saved me, that’s what parents do!
Matt,
My deepest condolences and prayers for you and your family. I’m struggling to find words that could provide any kind of comfort or understanding. Please let me know if there’s anything that I can do. In the meantime I’ll keep sending prayers. God bless…
Jack was always a good and nice kid. He was always willing to help people. He always wanted to join fun activity.
Sorry for your loss
Like a Stone thrown into the water, the circles of influence from this sweet child will grow wider and wider. He will touch so many lives: those who loved him, and those who missed the chance to love him. I wish I could share your pain and make it less. Our Lord’s blessings of consolation to you.
We will miss Jack.
I am sorry for you loss.
So sorry Daniel. I really hope that is not true that nothing was done. Maybe you just aren’t aware of it. Prayers for all of you who miss Jack. You were brave to outcry and certainly did the right thing.
“ I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die.
Matt my dear friend!!
madkat
Why son?
I miss you. I always told you that you could talk to me, but you wouldn’t, but you couldn’t.
I’m still in shock, I still don’t believe it. I saw you, but my mind won’t accept it. I want to be close to you, so I do what I can. Drive by your school, come here and read the kind words and get a glimpse of you through the eyes of others. I go eat places we liked to go, I drive by the school where I taught you to ride a bike and I wish we could go ride together.
The weather today reminds me of cub scout camping trips to Bovay, I think about those all the time. I hated sleeping in a tent, but I never told you that, I never complained because I wanted you to like it and have fun, and you did. I still have your stick you liked, we weren’t supposed to take not even a stick from there, but I let you take it anyway. I’ll keep it for you, it’s still under the coffee table right where you left it.
People say you’re in a better place and I know it’s true, but it was better when you were here, you’re supposed to be here.
There are memories of you everywhere, I feel you everywhere I go. Happy memories, but an emptiness where you should be. Every Friday I want to text you to see if you want to go get Burger King, or Freddy’s or something. Sometimes it feels like you’re just a text away and none of this is real, how can it be real?
I visit your grave, but I don’t feel you there, in fact I’d say that’s where I feel you the least. It’s a peaceful place, but it feels so empty.
I don’t know what to do now, don’t know what to do with the rest of my life, I need you and I love you always.