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2016
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Jerden Bishop Obituary
He was born in Norfolk, Va., on Nov. 4, 1939, to the late William and Doria (Peek) Bishop. On Aug. 19, 1960 he married his beloved wife, Sandrea (Call) in Kittery, Maine.
Jerden graduated from the Maine Maritime Academy in 1960, served in the Merchant Marine and later worked for CL&P, Montville station, retiring as station superintendent in 1994. Jerden loved tinkering, the outdoors (hiking, camping, boating), travelling with his wife (49 states and several countries) and spending time with his family. He was a Boy Scout leader for over two decades, built his own furniture and boats and spent many happy years working on his cabin in Maine.
He is survived by his devoted and loving wife, Sandrea; their three children, Dana (and his wife Amy), Tim and Debrae; siblings, Lester Bishop, Gordon Millett, Michael Bishop, Tom Bishop and Katy Stephens; granddaughter, Madison Bishop; and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be private at the convenience of the family.
Donations in Jerden's memory may be made to Center for Hospice Care Southeastern Connecticut, 227 Dunham St., Norwich, CT 06360.
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Elizabeth Millett
January 5, 2021
Though time goes by we know you're still with us. Thinking of all of you. Libby
Leonard B Glasser
August 31, 2016
A very good friend, I always enjoyed our conversations about the going to sea. Jerry was great help to me and the folks in the Records & Services Section of FHEO (Production) when I work with him and Jan on the first Event Reporting System. I enjoyed so much going to Montville Station because of the feeling of being appreciated by Jerry and his staff. Smooth sailing my friend.
Tom Kintz
May 29, 2016
I just heard of Jerry's passing. The world has lost a good man. I enjoyed working for Jerry at Montville Station. He was a good and fair boss and I'll miss him. Best wishes to all his loved ones.
Cheryl Knight
May 25, 2016
So Sorry for your loss Aunt Sandy, Uncle Jerry was the best Uncle he could always make us laugh. Love,Cheryl
Barbara Hampton
April 15, 2016
We are eternally grateful to Jerry for being the most amazing father-in-law that our daughter Amy could have ever hoped to have. He taught her crafts, independence, humor, good times, and love. During her formative years in early marriage, Jerry was a patient force, tirelessly encouraging adventure and skill learning. May he rest in the peace that he instilled in others !
April 8, 2016
Rico and I are so sorry. Jerry was such a great person. We always said, he's one of the best. He was a great, husband, father, brother-in-law. He will be missed.
Mary Lamphere
April 8, 2016
All the Lampheres are so sorry for your loss. I only met Jerry once, and was so impressed by him. What a wise, funny, and gentle man. Mary Lamphere Jakacky & John M. Jakacky, Jr.
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