National Hockey League reporter Jesse Pierce She and her three children died in a tragic house fire on Saturday. Upon confirmation of her passing, the NHL extended its deepest condolences to the Pierce family.
“The entire NHL family sends our prayers and deepest condolences to the Pierce family on his passing. Jesse Pierce and her three young children,” the NHL said in a statement from X.
Pierce is a respected reporter who has covered NHL Minnesota Wild games for multiple media outlets. She and her children, Hudson, Kayden and Avery, were pronounced dead Saturday after their home in White Bear Lake was destroyed by fire. minnesota.
Death of Jesse Pearce and child: Investigation ongoing
White Bear Lake Police Chief Greg Peterson said in an email to The Daily that the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
NHL.com editor-in-chief Bill Price paid tribute to the 37-year-old on Sunday, describing her as “an absolute joy to work with.”
“The entire NHL.com team is devastated and heartbroken by the loss of Jesse and her children,” he said. “Jessie’s love of family and hockey was reflected in the energy and enthusiasm she brought to our work. She will be deeply missed.”
Jessi Pierce and children’s deaths: GoFundMe launched
Meanwhile, a fundraiser has been launched to support her surviving spouse, Mike Hinrichs, who was reportedly traveling for work when the fire broke out.
one to fund me So far, the page has raised $66,692 toward the $80,000 donation goal set for Jessi’s surviving husband, Mike Hinrichs.
“It is with deep sadness that we share the tragic passing of Jessie Hinrichs (Pierce), her three children, and their family dog. Jessie had a tremendous personality and an even bigger heart. Her devotion to her family went above and beyond, creating many joyful moments and lasting memories,” the page reads.
“Each child had their own unique personality and shared Jesse’s zest for life and love of adventure. They leave behind Mike, Jesse’s husband and loving father to their children, who is now going through an unimaginably difficult time.
Funds are being raised “to defray funeral costs and provide financial support to the family during this sad time.” “
this to fund me The page was created by a person named Diana Johnson-Salvador. However, their relationship to Pierce and his family remains unclear.
Pierce, who is known to be a devoted mother, was seen on an outing to an ice cream shop with Hudson, Kayden and Avery in her latest social media photo.
In addition to writing for NHL.com, Pierce has written for various publications including The Athletic, Minnesota Hockey Magazine and Massachusetts Hockey.
