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Tuesday, June 8th

On behalf of Jerry’s family, thank you to everyone for attending Jerry’s memorial service and the celebration of his life.  It was truly comforting to be surrounded by people who appreciated  Jerry for the wonderful man he was, and by those who continue to care about Susan, Lucas, Alyse, and the entire family.  I would especially like to thank everyone who came together, contributed in any way they could, and helped pull the whole thing off.  Who could do without neighbours leaving muffins on the doorstep, or  neighbours  like Linda and David who did the yard work, Deidre, Peter and John, who  helped set up the hall, coworkers who brought prepared food to the family throughout Jerry’s illness, friends offering words of comfort on the blog, in cards, and over the phone.  The list is endless, and every act of kindess and love gave strength to us all.  I think that showed at the service, especially when I reflect on Susan’s, Lucas’, and Alyse’s  strength, dignity, and grace throughout the service.  I kept wondering, “How are they doing it?”  But then I looked around, and I knew.   And finally,  thank you Brian Hazelbower, a one-man-miracle- show, for organizing the service, transporting the equipment, setting it up, taking it down, and bringing it home, all while being a welcoming, warm- hearted MC ensuring things ran smoothly on the stage.  All this and a patient attitude and smile, too.

Susan is wanting to extend her gratitude as well in the near future, but is taking some much needed down time before turning her attention to this.  At the moment, she is just taking some time to rest.

Jerry, we all miss you so very much.

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