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Polar Sea Moving on...
Karl Whitney (USCG, Ret.)
May 1, 2011
We were fortunate to make it up to Michigan to attend Jerry's funeral service and see and meet all of the people that were there. We were overwhelmed but not surprised to see all of the support from all of the lives that Jerry has always continued to touch! If everyone could just "pay it forward" the way Jerry did; the world would be a much better place. The service is over, the bar has been crossed but PLEASE don't forget that Margie still needs our support.
I met Jerry while at TRACEN Petaluma just a few months before I met my georgous wife Doreen, his daughter. She misses her dad greatly.
Brenda Campbell
April 27, 2011
My deepest condolence to Gerald Stones family. My dad William Burns and Gerald served together at the Radioman School in Petaluma. Brenda Burns Campbell Port Angeles WA
Ross Johnson
April 27, 2011
I met Jerry when we were on the Precom Crew of the CGC Polar Sea in 1976. From that time until his assignment in Washington DC we kept in touch with each other off and on. He was a great friend and a mentor. Margie,I know the loss your family must feel at this time as I have just lost my spouse of 50 years 4 months ago. The loneliness will continue for a while, but eventually it will get easier. I believe he is still here with you in spirit and you will be together again. May the Lord comfort you at this time.
Ross D Johnson, CWO4, USCG Ret
Jim Burrage
April 25, 2011
I worked with Jerry for several years at King County Sheriffs office, and was at Radioman A school in petaluma while he was there, great guy! Miss ya Buddy! Jim Burrage, Puyallup, wa.
Amy Burrage
April 25, 2011
Jerry made everything look easy, and fun. What a great, if slightly twisted, joy in life he had! I missed him when he left 911, I miss him more now. My best to his family, thanks for sharing him with us!
Fred Goodwin
April 23, 2011
I first met Jerry when we commuted together from Petaluma to Government Island Alameda, CA circa 82-83. A fine gentleman with a keen sense of humor. When he and Margie were in Ecuador he would write of his experiences there. A most impressive writer. He was a talented fellow in many different fields. Our condolences to Margie. Jerry will be missed by all of his shipmates and friends..
We'll see you at the next port of call my friend.. Take a break Master Chief, we've got the watch.
Fred and Martha Goodwin, LT USCG Ret. ZUT-702/K7LF
April 23, 2011
I don't remember who first wrote this but I thought it would be appropriate.
"Master Chief stood the watch these past years so that We, our Families and our Fellow Countrymen could sleep soundly in safety, each and every night.
Master Chief.....the watch stands relieved.
Relieved by those you have trained, guided and led.
Master Chief, you stand relieved....we have the watch..."
Bob Schweikert, Sgt, NJ Marine Police (NJSP)(Ret.)
CWO2 (COMM) USCG, (Ret.)
Harrington, De.
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RM1 T.J. Marsh (Retired)
April 22, 2011
Senior Chief was the coolest code teacher. I had Pro-Drill with him and McBee in Radioman "A" school in Petaluma. I never wanted to disappoint either of them God wrap your arms around your son, Jerry. You made the "Best Radioman" that I know! Thank you for your love, caring and leadership. Don't worry Senior Chief, we got your watch.
ETCM Lee A. Morris USCG Ret
April 22, 2011
I remember Jerry from Argentia - NJN/NIK. It was good to see him again and meet Margie at the first Branson ZUT reunion. At the Grand Haven reunion, I was so grateful that he took over the photo duties when we had to leave early. Our prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
April 22, 2011
I remember Jerry very well. He was one of my very best and dynamic Instructor/Chiefs at Radio School in the late 70's. I'm sure his family and friends will miss him very much. 73's Jerry!!! -- CWO4(Comm) Jim Ewing, USCG (ret)
RMCM Paul Vanderslice USCG Ret
April 22, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. I met Jerry for the first time at the Grand Haven reuion of the CGCWOA. I celebrate the joy of his life.
CWO Bob Schweikert
April 22, 2011
Met Jerry at NAVSTA Argentia (CGRADSTA NJN/NIK) while I was TAD at Commander International Ice Patrol. Although I was stationd with the CG Air Detachment at the CG Hangar, We both berthed in the Barracks as RM1s'. Jerry was known even than as a "Hot Operator". My thoughts and prayers are with the Family as they go thru this trying time.
Bob Spera, RM1
April 22, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
April 22, 2011
Jerry and I were together in Seattle as he was the RMC on the POLAR SEA and I was RMC on the BOUTWELL. We lived in the same CG Housing area and became good friends over the years. He will be missed.
CWO2(Comm) Andy Scharf USCG-Ret N0DLO
RMCS James B. Huffman USCG Ret KL7IBT
April 22, 2011
Next year would have been the 50th anniversary of our being stationed together at the International Ice Patrol Radio Station NJN/NIK in Argentia, Newfoundland.
See ya in Liverpool Matey. 73/88/ZUT
CWO3 Bob "JC" Penney KA6WKI, USCG Ret.
April 21, 2011
I met Jerry when he was an E-8 RMIC at RMA School in Petaluma. Not only was he a kind individual, he was a good friend as well. My deepest sympathies on your loss.
Jean Best
April 21, 2011
Jerry's dry - and sly - sense of humor always tickled me. He was a man who had lived a full life by the time he came to our 9-1-1 center, and his life experiences made him someone to seek guidance from, to confer with and to learn from. I am so glad to read he continued "filling up his life" after he left Seattle! My sympathy to his wife and family.
Johnny Hart
April 21, 2011
Margie, I am so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. He was a good friend and a big help to me as a rookie 911 operator. I know we all will miss his great sense of humor and dry wit. Good bye Master Chief, your watch is now with the Lord.
Tara Murker
April 21, 2011
Jerry, a big man with a big heart and a big smile. My thoughts and prayers for his family.
Teresa Stone-Benedick
April 21, 2011
My dad "Jerry" was such a wonderful father. I have only good childhood memories. I am proud of him. I don't know how he did what he did for so many years. I will miss him more than I can say.
Laurie Drake
April 21, 2011
I loved hearing Jerry's chuckle coming from the radio behind me, he was always a bright spot during our time at the Comm Center. The world has lost a wonderful man.
Mike & Kristy McKinlely
April 21, 2011
We were saddened to hear of Jerry's death. We enjoyed working with Jerry at 911 and keeping in touch with him off and on through the years. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Jim Bowman
April 20, 2011
What a quietly competent good man.
Thanks for being part of our lives.
Jim Bowman - 911.
Jerry Konoske
April 20, 2011
Yes indeed, it was fun working with Jerry at the King County Comm Center, and staying in touch with him over the years via the telephone, e-mails and amateur radio. We will miss his dry sense of humor and quick wit. Jerry Konoske, NA7Z & Rosemarie Konoske, N7ZAY.
Steve Lagreid
April 20, 2011
Jerry always had a smile and a great sense of humor. He was an outstanding dispatcher at KCSO in all respects and will be deeply missed by all that knew him. Rest easy Jerry, 73's
Linda Nix
April 20, 2011
Jerry will be missed by so many. Jerry always made a shift go by fast at the comm center with his humor. He was a great dispatcher and a good guy. Rest in peace op. 82
Kathy Pompeo (Pease)
April 20, 2011
I too remember Jerry's sense of humor; especially when he was trying to train me as a dispatcher. He was always able to see the humor in the calls that he dispatched. He was a pleasure to work with and was a great person to have at your back. He wlll be missed by all that knew him.
Nancy Fernandes
April 20, 2011
I remember Jerry fondly when I first started with the KCSO 911 Communications Center, I always marveled at his grace under pressure, a true professional that the Officers all knew they were in good hands when he was dispatching on the radio. Jerry was a great guy, marvelous sense of humor...his KCSO Family salutes him!
Rick Mercurio
April 20, 2011
Margie,
I was deeply saddened to hear that Jerry passed away. I only wish we hadn't lost touch over the years. Had I known that you retired in the Toledo area, I could have visited when I was home visiting family in Perrysburg. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May the Good Lord comfort you during this trying and sorrowful time.
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