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JERRY ROMNEY Jr.

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Skyline High School University of Utah

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JERRY ROMNEY Obituary

Jerry Elwood Romney Jr. 1953 ~ 2009 Jerry Elwood Romney Jr. passed away in the early morning hour of Friday Sept. 18, 2009.He was born Nov. 2, 1953 in Tooele, Utah. Jerry grew up in Salt Lake Valley where he attended Skyline High School and the University of Utah. Jerry will be missed by all who knew him. He always had a home where all were welcome and invited to enjoy his hospitality and great food. His talents in the kitchen were legendary. He could make the most basic dish gourmet, with his sauces and creativity. His appetite for books, especially history, was voracious. He could always be found reading in his special chair. Jerry also loved the outdoors where he excelled at fly fishing and hunting. He spent many cold early mornings in a duck or goose blind patiently waiting. His peaceful demeanor made all people around him feel welcome and comfortable. In business Jerry had great success where he founded and grew a company which employed 4000 people. He was nominated for entrepreneur of the year by the governor of Utah. Jerry's greatest strength was his love for people. In his beautiful eyes you could see an endless amount of love, admiration, warmth, kindness, and trust. He saw only the good in everything. Jerry was a wonderful father, brother, and friend. Jerry is survived by his son Jerry III , daughter Andrea, their mother Sandra Romney, father Jerry Elwood, mother Lola Lucille, brothers Jeffrey J. (Melinda) and Jan (Stephanie), sisters Jill Ence (Greg), Jackie Peterson (Don) and Jennifer Welch, and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his Grandparents Elwood S. and Ruth Hafen Romney, Charles W. and Lola Green, and his brother Charles Elwood Romney. The visitation for Jerry will be from 6-8 pm Tuesday, September 22, 2009 at Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary (4760 S State St). The graveside service will be held at 11:00 am at Murray City Cemetery (5490 Vine St) Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations may be made to the Huntsman Cancer Center. Online condolences at www.jenkins-soffe.com

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Published by Deseret News on Sep. 20, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for JERRY ROMNEY

14 Entries

Dana DeBiccari

October 10, 2009

My prayers are with you all.

October 9, 2009

Sandy, Jerry and Andrea,
We were so saddened this morning to hear of your Dads passing, I hope you will find comfort with your memories. You and your family will be in our prayers as will your Dad. God bless and be with you,
Jerry, Kari, Mark and Lauren DeBeliso

Kathy Sokia

September 30, 2009

I remember Jerry as being one of my brother Eric's best friends in highschool. Eric was deeply saddened when I relayed the news of his passing and wanted me to extend his condolences to Jerry's family. He has many good memories of their days together and regrets he had lost touch with him over the years.

Michael Callahan

September 28, 2009

Jerry was a great person, I worked for Jerry in the Telecom industry back in the mid 90's. A true man to all.
My thoughts and prayers to his family.

John Matson

September 23, 2009

I was so sad and heart broken to hear of the passing of one of my dearest and best friends. After I heard I went down to the river to try to gather all of the memories of the times JR and I spent together and to say goodby.
The thousands of hours we spent in a duck blind or on a river fishing. The camping and hunting trips and the trips to Baja. There are so many memories that I will always cherish. There is one very special memory that I would like to share.
A number of years ago after I had recently gotten out of the hospital from a heart problem, JR called and asked if I was well enough to take a trip. He booked the flights and made all of the arrangements for a fishing trip down by Corpus Christi for Redfish. All I had to do was get myself to Salt Lake and everything else was taken care of. He knew that I was up in Island Park alone and that the best thing for me was to get away and do some fishing. His concern and overwhelming generosity is just how JR was. He never wanted or expected anything in return. He was just a true friend.
To the family and especially Sandy and the kids I convey my deepest sympathy and sorrow.
To JR, thanks for all the memories my dear friend. You will truly be missed and always be remembered.

Sean Venezia

September 23, 2009

To the Romney Family,

My prayers are with you in your time of grief. Jerry was a good man and I have many great memories of him through our days in the payphone industry. I'm sorry that I was unable to attend his services.

Sean Venezia, Danville, California

Tad Swaner

September 22, 2009

To the Romney Family:
I last communicated with Jerry August 5th, he was going to have one of his fabulous get togethers and after many years our trails had crossed. That party had to be canceled due to his pressing responsibilities and I was looking forward to seeing him in the near future and a great time getting all caught up. Well I will miss our chance to get together for the rest of my life, Jerry and I shared many Sunrises and Sunsets while trekking Mountains and Marshes. I will be seeing him in future Sunrises and Sunsets. His gentle nature will always be appreciated by me. He always had time for me and I felt so welcomed by Jerry. My Heart goes out to Sandy and the Kids.
I am so lucky to have had both Jerry and Sandy in my life. His spirit will be echoed in mine for ever.
Friend Tad Swaner (White Bear) Peace & Love to all of the Romney Family.

Joshua Tripp

September 22, 2009

For many years as a friend of Jerry's son I have had the great fortune of being a recipient of Jerry's endless kindness. As I sit back now in remembrance I am simply overwhelmed at the generosity he showed to me over the years. I can only imagine how many people he similarly touched.

I will miss you Big Jerry.

My sincerest condolences to all those who knew and loved Jerry, especially to his son who will always be one of my dearest friends.

chris edgecomb

September 22, 2009

Jerry, a great businessman and even better friend. It was always fun dealing with you and you were a giant in our industry, well thought of and respected. You did so much for so many people

chris edgecomb, sirius and star telecom.

September 21, 2009

Dear Jerry and Lucille, Karla called me and told of Jerry's passing. I didn't know him well, but had met and liked him. I don't know if any of the Moss family can come to the services, but know our love and thoughts will be with you. Your Cousin, Carol Rose Moss Shannon

Ralph & Bobbie Sylvester

September 21, 2009

Jerry and Lucille --
We were so sorry to hear of your loss.
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child.
Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Tom Keane

September 21, 2009

Throughout a 24 year history of operating a company within the telecom industry, I've come to know literally thousands of people similarly involved; and I can say without a doubt Jerry was one of the finest I ever came to know. His creative thinking, his honesty and integrity, his willingness to be supportive and share his knowledge and innovative thoughts with others, and his business acumen towards finding niche ideas, and often succeeding at the next difficult challenge - bringing such ideas to fruition and purpose within the industry, were quite unique.
Those he inspired to join him in these efforts shared his vision, and working with his company was always one of the more joyful, spirited and satisfying aspects of my work through the years.
He will be greatly missed by those of us who knew him and considered him to be a friend as well as a business associate.
My thoughts and prayers are with Jerry and his family.

Chris & Maria Eby

September 21, 2009

Jerry Romney was a amazing person. I never knew anyone as accepting and as forgiving as he was. He was a intellectual happy beautiful person. I will remember his cheesy jokes and laugh the most. He will be missed and kept in our hearts. We love you Jerry and look forward to seeing you on the other side.
Chris & Maria

Michael Ward

September 21, 2009

It is with great sadness that I learned of Jerry's death. I knew Jerry professionally through his work in the telecommunications industry. But you could not work with him without feeling his friendship and warmth. He was always a gentleman and welcoming individual. Many benefitted from his successful efforts to promote the industry, but when discussing him most people talked about the pleasure of his company. We will miss him. My condolences to his children, family and friends. I will remember Jerry and all of you in my prayers.

Mike Ward

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