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Gerald Heywood Caffee CHESAPEAKE - Gerald "Jerry" Heywood Caffee, 71, died Dec. 1, 2008. He was a native of Norfolk, a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church and the sub safe director for SUPSHIP, Newport News. He was a graduate of Virginia Tech and a member of ASME. Jerry is survived by his wife of 49 years, Jo Ann Caffee; two sons, Scott Caffee and his wife Jennifer of Northville, Mich., Mark Caffee and his wife Theresa of Chesapeake; five grandchildren, Christopher, Tyler, Peyton, Madison and Ashley; a sister, Jane Skelton and her husband Arden of Chesapeake; a brother, Fred W. Caffee and his wife Sharon of Chesapeake; sister-in-law, Sue Spring of Suffolk; nephew, Joshua; and numerous other nieces, nephews and cousins. Jerry was predeceased by his parents, Rebecca and Leigh M. Caffee. A funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday in Aldersgate United Methodist Church by the Rev. David Drinkard with burial to follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Norfolk. The family will receive friends in Loving Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel, Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m. Flowers may be sent to the funeral home or memorial contributions may be made to Aldersgate United Methodist Church. Condolences can be made online at www.lovingfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gerald Caffee
Bill Hoffler
December 2, 2008
Jo Ann,
I am very saddened to learn of your loss, and the loss of such a fine person and former great roommate at VPI.
Lynette (Ellis) Metz
December 2, 2008
Condolences to all of the Caffee family. Although we were not related biologically, still there was a connection. I certainly remember all of my "aunts & uncles." Blessings to all.
Lisa, Steve & Tommy Bradshaw
December 2, 2008
Mark and Theresa
Sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
December 2, 2008
We are sorry for your loss and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We shall all miss "Jerry".
Bill & Susan (Verhaagen) Owens
December 2, 2008
Scott and Family,
We are so sorry for you loss and know you are in our thoughts. Please don't hesitate to call if you need anything.
Eva and Bruce
Evan and Whitney Pierce
December 2, 2008
Mark and Theresa,
We are so sorry to hear about your father's passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Charles L. Smith, DDS
December 2, 2008
My memories are of Jerry as a patient many years ago and what a pleasure it was to see him come into a room and brighten faces with his smile and good nature
Stacie Combs
December 2, 2008
Mark and family
We are sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Kevin and Stacie Combs
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