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GERALD A. "JERRY" FELD

GERALD A. "JERRY" FELD obituary, Gloucester, MA

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GERALD FELD Obituary

FELD, Gerald A. "Jerry" Age 83, of Gloucester MA, formerly of Brookline, MA on May 20th quickly passed away from cardiac arrest after contracting pneumonia. Born in Boston, son of the late Anne and Max (Holy) Feld, he was a 1956 graduate of Brookline High School and captain of the basketball team. As a kid, he followed in his father's footsteps becoming a camper, counselor and devoted lifetime member of the West End House. After earning a BA from Bates College, he enlisted as an officer in the U.S. Navy, later training to become a proud Navy Seal. Following 5 years of active duty, he joined the Naval Reserve retiring as Captain. He went on to earn a JD from Boston University Law School in 1972, and practiced law as an industrial accident and Workmen's Compensation trial attorney. Summers were spent with his young family in tow cruising to Martha's Vineyard, Cutty Hunk, and Nantucket. An all-around star athlete, always seeking an adventure, he enjoyed deep-sea diving, fishing, boating, golfing, skiing, the Celtics, and later winters in Florida. Jerry loved a good time and was known to be a loyal friend. He was predeceased by his son Gabriel, as well as his sister Helen Wallinger. He is survived by his wife Phyllis (Belsky), son Jonah, wife Gillian (Carter), and 3 precious grandchildren: Miles 5, Maisy 4, and Elliott 2, and special friend, Laura Walker. Graveside service will be held at Sharon Memorial Park,40 Dedham St., Sharon, MA on Wednesday, May 25 at 12:45 p.m. To view a Livestream of the service please go to Brezniakfd.com. Due to Covid, there will be no Shiva, but friends and family are encouraged to offer their condolences following the service. Donations in his memory may be made to the West End House Boys and Girls Club 105 Allston St., Allston, MA 02134.

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Published by Boston Globe from May 23 to May 24, 2022.

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Donna and Alan Pierce

June 16, 2022

We miss Jerry very much. Alan misses his golf and martini buddy. Sorry for your loss.

Brookline High School Alumni Class of 1956 Alumni

May 24, 2022

Brookline High School Class of 1956 Alumni send our deepest condolences to Jerry´s wife Phyllis, Son Johah, Sister Helen Feld Wallinger, his 3 Grandchildren, Miles, Maisy and Elliott and special friend Laura Walker. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Ellen Entin Cormier

May 24, 2022

Our families were West Enders. Gerry´s dad, Max, as a friend of ours, Hy.
Gerry an old friend and we joked "my lawyer "
When he helped a young teen get past a fender bender.
So. From the Entin family to yours.....our condolences.

Mike Casey

May 24, 2022

Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your years of dedicated service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Navy and USNR during the Cold War. Millions of Americans slept safe at night because you and your fellow Servicemen stood ready to defend our Country. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

Walda Keohane

May 23, 2022

We loved Jerry! He was a wonderful, kind and thoughtful friend. Our sincerest condolences to his family.
Walda

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