Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Jerome Carmody Obituary
Jerome Thomas Carmody NORFOLK - Jerome Thomas "Coach" Carmody, 70, of the Ocean View section of Norfolk, passed away Nov. 30, 2008, in Bon Secours DePaul Medical Center. He was the son of the late Lt. Cmdr. Harry T. Carmody and Louise H. Carmody. He retired from the Norfolk Fire Department as a captain. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, Council 3548 and the American Legion Post 327. Capt. Carmody is survived by his daughter, Michelle C. Wood; two sons, Jerome D. Carmody and wife Mary and Rory W. Carmody; and a brother, John M. Carmody and wife Elizabeth, all of Norfolk. He is also survived by six grandchildren, Amanda, Michael, Shannon, Thomas, Meghan and Emma; his niece, Corinne; and his nephew, Paul. He was predeceased by his son, Michael T. Carmody. A funeral Mass will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Holy Trinity Catholic Church with Father W. Daniel Beeman officiating. The burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Tidewater Drive Chapel, today from 7 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Holy Trinity Athletic Association c/o Peggy Barney at Holy Trinity Catholic Church or the American Heart Association. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jerome Carmody
Joe George
December 10, 2008
Michelle and Rory, please accept my condolences on the loss of your father. All of the Crusader baseball players were led by a patient and trusting coach.
Cecil Gray
December 5, 2008
Goodbye Coach Carmody. You will surely be missed. You touched a lot of lives.
Scott Newsome
December 4, 2008
Michelle,
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your father.What a great man.He not only taught us baseball and sportsmanship but gave us lessons about life that are still with me to this day.He will be sorely missed.God bless you and your family.
December 4, 2008
Our condolences on your loss. He was always the most patient, kind and fun person. He will be sorely missed and will always be in our thoughts.
Bayview Plaza Pharmacy
Carolyn Brown
December 3, 2008
Michelle my God bless you and your family ,sorry to hear about your father.
Kellie "Vardaro" Goins
December 3, 2008
He was a great coach and a wonderful mentor. I will really miss him. (NCHS basketball '89)
Mike & Colleen McKigney Small
December 2, 2008
He will surly be missed. Our heart and prayers are with you Michelle, Jerry and Rory.
God Bless.
Patti (Noga) Davis
December 2, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. The Noga Family
Jimmy McKee
December 2, 2008
Michelle,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your Father. May God Bless you, your friends and family. I know your pain is great right now, just know that God is with you and we all will be praying for you and your family.
Sincerely
Elsa Pena
December 2, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rob Wyda, BSS '74
December 2, 2008
I remember Coach go way back to the "Fr Kealey" inv BB tourney 1974.We were underdog to HT,and won by a slim margin,there were no losers that day.It was a well learned lesson in winning...from both ends of the court. God Bless you Coach!
felicia mason
December 2, 2008
i am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. jerry and shawn always had the funniest stories about him. you are all in my prayers.
~felicia (childers) mason
Kimico Brown
December 2, 2008
Michelle, I'm sorry to hear about your Father. I pray that God will keep you and your family strong doing this time. Remember to keep God first and everything will be alright.
Jamie Kresinske
December 2, 2008
Jerry was a great coach to me and we had some great times together. I wish I could attend the services but I just had my achilies tendon operated on and I am not able to drive at this time. May he rest in peace and God please you all
Robbie Covington
December 2, 2008
Michelle, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Robbie Covington
Showing 1 - 15 of 15 results
Make a Donation
in Jerome Carmody's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Jerome Carmody
How to support Jerome's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Jerome Carmody's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
