Gerald F. Arens

Dear Jerry,
I want to thank you and Mac for always being nice & kind to me, helping me, teaching me English, and encouraging me while I lived next door to you.
I miss your warm smiles and friendly talks. I enjoyed the trip to Florida by car from Cape Cod. You two are wonderful, and I miss you both very much.
I now teach English to Japanese children in Tokyo. Please watch over Mac.
Mac, May his soul and love continue to grace you and comfort you. I will never forget your...

Mac, I never meet Jerry, however I've know you for 3 years and from your words & thoughts I feel I knew Jerry. Your doing good and I know Jerry is proud of all you have accomplished. Like you said Jerry & Jim are probably fishing. and I think there also looking down at us with smiles at all were doing.
I wish I had meet you at a different time in our lives but only God knows the plan.
XPauline

May Gerald rest in peace. I was a student of his and enjoyed him and his classes.

Mac,
I never had the pleasure of meeting Jerry but because of his death, I have had the privilege of knowing you. Knowing you tells me what your husband was like--a good person. And not just because he was in the Coast Guard, although that doesn't hurt! When you've found your love in life, it's that much sadder when you lose him. I hope we can stay in touch and remember you are in my heart. Love, Regina

It doesn't even seem possible that Jer has been gone more than two years. Like so many others, I expect him to walk into the college with a cup of Dunkin' Donuts for you or to show up for dinner at Fig's. As long as we have our memories, he will be alive in our minds and hearts. I know he is so proud of your courage to live your life to the fullest and to continue to help others as both of you have always done.

Maki--
I am grateful for having the opportunity to learn so much about Gerry through you. I can understand why you miss him so much. Joanne

Mac,
Unfortunately, I did not know Gerry. How I wish I did. He sounds like such a wonderful human being. I do know you though, and you, too, are such a wonderful person. I can only imagine how you are feeling right now. It is so different for everyone. I hope you are doing well and feeling all the good wishes that are flowing your way. Peace.

Maki,
Gerry was a wonderful, thoughtful man who brought out the best of everyone by his warmth and tenderness. I know how badly you miss him, as I do my Tony, but they will be awaiting us when we join them in the far beyond. Hang in there! Love always

Two years have gone and passed but
you will never be forgotten... your
unique character provides a lifetime of wonderful memories for us all. Enjoy the ride in heaven!
Your niece, Darcie