Hilary Tisch, jewelry designer, geologist and daughter of New York Giants co-owner Steve Tisch, died Monday. She was 36. A cause of death is not yet officially known, but in a statement, Steve Tisch stated that his daughter was suffering from depression, according to the Associated Press.
“Hilary was a friendly, caring and wonderful person. Her mother, sisters, brothers and I were devastated by her passing,” he said. “It leaves a hole in our hearts and our lives. She, like so many others, bravely fought the disease of depression for as long as she could. We love her and will miss her dearly. Our family is completely brainwashed and mourns her tragic loss. “We are asking for privacy in this very difficult time.”
Fellow Giants co-owner John Mara also issued a statement offering “deepest sympathy” and support for the Tisch family.
“On behalf of the Mara family and the rest of the Giants organization, I would like to express our deepest sympathy to Steve and his family. Our hearts go out to her loss of Hilary. We pray for her peace and comfort,” Mara said.
Hilary was the founder of the Doing brand in Los Angeles. She also volunteered with Operation Smile, a nonprofit that offers free surgery to people with cleft lip and palate.
