Beloved husband of Amanda (nee Cooper), son of the late Herman and Sadie Hirst, loving brother of Brian (Kate), dear uncle of Brady and Sadie; also survived by his uncle Joe Fenton, his mother in law Kathryn as well as many loving cousins, friends, and admirers.  Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Friday Evening 6 to 9 PM and also Saturday 8:30 to 9:15 AM, Burns Funeral Home, 1428 E. Columbia Ave., Philadelphia, followed by his Funeral Mass 10 AM Holy Name of Jesus Church.  Interment - Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.