Jeffrey J. Hack

Mr. Jeffrey J. Hack, age 40, of Utica, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 15, 2009 in the privacy of his home. Born in Utica on January 6, 1969, Jeffrey is the son of Ingolf and Anna (Grzywacz) Hack. He was raised in North Utica where he attended Seymour Elementary School and graduated from New Hartford High School. He continued his education at SUNY Cobleskill where he earned an Associates degree in Landscape Architecture. He also received a degree at Syracuse University in the Environmental School of Forestry. He was currently enrolled at Mohawk Valley Community College in the nursing program. At one time during his accomplished career Jeffrey operated a successful landscaping business in California. Those who knew and loved him will remember his outgoing personality, mellow nature, and contagious smile. He had an affinity for the outdoors, especially the ocean where he enjoyed sailing with his uncle. He was also an avid fisherman. He supported the Utica College Hockey team, and he took pride in his volunteer work at the Hilton Head Hospital and Animal Shelter. Jeffrey is survived by his parents, Ingolf and Anna Hack, formerly of Hilton Head, SC, and currently of Clinton; his brother and sister-in-law, Ingolf C. and Caroline Hack of Clinton; his maternal and paternal grandmothers, Helgard Hack, and Emilia “Baba” Grzywacz; aunts and uncles, Alexandra and Dr. Nazzarola Hakim, Helmtrud Hack, Monica and Mark Polkosnik, Birchie Hutter, and John and Cheri Grzywacz; great-uncle, Chris and Betty Jo Hutter; nieces and nephew, Jacqueline, Ashley, and Ian Hack; and cousins, Gregory, Darren, Tony, Lisa, Kristina, Susan, Julie, and Alicia. He was predeceased by his maternal and paternal grandfathers, Gustav Hack, and Boleslaw Grzywacz; uncle, Ray Hutter; and cousin, Michael Hutter. Visitation will be held Thursday from 4:00-6:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Jeffrey’s funeral service and Celebration of Life which will commence on Thursday evening at 6:00 at the funeral home immediately upon conclusion of visitation with Fr. Felix Colosimo officiating. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family.

Jeffrey J. Hack

January 6, 1969 - February 15, 2009