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    Edward  "Jack" Birch
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    Edward "Jack" Birch

    December 9, 1927 - January 17, 2020

    Jack was born in New Smyrna Beach, Florida to Edward and Jesse Birch. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, and is survived by his wife, Joan, son Charles, daughter Lynn, stepson Richard Shea, and stepdaughter Cathy Patalan. Jack has had a connection to music all of his life. In high school, he formed the "Rhythm Renegades" band in which he played the trumpet, saxophone and piano. He graduated from Florida State University and completed his graduate studies at the University of Nebraska. After school, he went on to teach and direct bands in Michigan, Nebraska, Georgia and Florida. Jack was also instrumental in forming and directing the Volusia County Concert Band. After retiring from teaching band, Jack and his wife enjoyed traveling. Together they we able to visit all seven of the continents. Jack enjoyed his summers at his home in the mountains of eastern Tennessee. Jack was a great sailor. He loved the water and enjoyed boating whenever he could. Jack was a member of the DeLand Elks Club. A memorial Mass will be held at Santa Maria Del Mar Catholic Church at 11:00 AM, Saturday, Febuary 8, 2020.

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    Jack was born in New Smyrna Beach, Florida to Edward and Jesse Birch. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, and is survived by his wife, Joan, son Charles, daughter Lynn, stepson Richard Shea, and stepdaughter Cathy Patalan. Jack... View Obituary & Service Information

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