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Jerome Ray Sherk

Boston, Pennsylvania

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April 10, 2014
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Boston, Pennsylvania

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Jerome Ray Sherk, the director of production of the Pittsburgh Opera who was an innovator at operas across the nation, died April 10 after a four-month battle with cancer.

 Born in Williamsburg, Mass., Sherk attended the New England Conservatory before transferring to the Manhattan...

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To Jerry, I will always remember you as a gentleman in every sense of the word. Your knowledge of production and calm demeanor were second to none. I am thankful to count myself as one of the lucky people who had an opportunity to work with you and am better off today because of it. I will miss you tremendously.
To Tara, Charles and Odette, I'm sure no amount of a preparation could have made this day any easier for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you carry on without your...

I am very sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. I learned so much from him at San Francisco Opera, not just the tech and management side but how to deal with various personality types, always with a steady demeanor.

Tara and family, I am so heartsick to hear about Jerry. Thinking of you all .

Tara,
I'm so sorry to hear the about Jerry. He was a very special person and an absolute pleasure to work with.

Jerry, you will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

All of my thoughts and love go out to Jerry's family. He will be missed very much

Jerry, it was always a pleasure to work with you, My condolences to your family, you will be missed.