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Jerome Bame Obituary
Jerome Morton Bame passed away peacefully on November 14, 2020, surrounded by his loving family in Huntington Beach, CA. Jerry was born in Toledo, Ohio, in 1934 to Judge Ira and Jean Bame and graduated from Scott High School in 1952. He attended The Ohio State University where he earned a B.A. and a J.D. Foreshadowing his years as a prospector, Jerry moved to California, where he attended UCLA and earned an M.B.A. There he met Doreen Goodman, married her in 1967, and moved to Orange County, eventually settling in Huntington Beach, California in the house they lived in for the next 49 years. Jerry was a fixture in Huntington Beach, where he followed many of his personal and professional passions, like playing the harmonica, fishing off the pier, and advising and guiding professionals in their careers after he retired from the practice of law in 2000.
He was a coach, mentor and trusted advisor to many. His volunteer activities included serving as president of the Orange County Make a Wish Foundation for 8 years. And yes, he was a gold prospector and kept his mining truck until 2019.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Doreen of Huntington Beach; his sister, Susan (Norty) Kale of Toledo; his daughter, Marci (David) Gohn of Pacifica, CA; daughter, Cheryl (Nat) Slavin Bame of Newport Beach, CA; niece, Cindy (Michael) Kirby of Toledo; nephew, Stephen (Candee Ellsworth) Groh of Holualoa, HI; and niece, Deb (EJ James) Groh of Newmarket, Ontario, Canada.
Jerry was a loyal friend, companion and colleague to many and was loved by all. May his memory be a blessing.
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Larry Davis
February 5, 2023
Spent a quarter during our time at Ohio state with
Jerry in Mexico City where we had such a wonderful tale together. Lots of laughs and special time. Just a super fellow! Larry Davis.. Dorset. Vermont
david and erma smith
December 23, 2020
a lawyer when needed and a great friend at all times. been a few years since seeing and talking with jerry and its a bit of shock to find out he is no longer with us. hope doreen and the girls are doing well
The Manfre Family: Ed, Christina, Ellie, & Benjamin
November 27, 2020
Jerry was such a wonderfully funny, kind, and thoughtful man. Here is a photo of a note he left on our tree when we planted it in our yard over a year ago. His friendliness and whimsy are what we will remember and always love about him. Our deepest condolences to Doreen, his children, and grandchildren.
Jesup W. Scott High School Aulmni Association
November 26, 2020
Our thoughts are with you during your time of sorrow. Our deepest sympathy for your loss. "Once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog"
Michael and Linda Cohen & Family
November 24, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Irv Brenner
November 22, 2020
Jerry was one of my dearest lifelong pals beginning in Fulton School and at Scott High, and he changed my life. He was one of the most offbeat characters I've known, always curious and willing to try something new. He often convinced me to join him in his mishegas, leading to countless wacky experiences and wonderful memories.
He was not only a successful attorney but a beloved mentor to others in the law profession. I will miss him very much.
With the deepest condolences to Doreen, Marci, Susan and his extended family.
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