Name: Visitation for Jerry Wasserman
Start: 2018-11-30T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-11-30T21:00:00.000Z
Location: Littleton & Rue Funeral Home and Crematory

WASSERMAN, Coach Jerry H. 77, of Springfield passed away Thursday November 22, 2018 at Springfield Regional Medical Center surrounded by his wife, daughter, son, niece, brother-in-law, and a group of former coaches, players, and friends. He was born on June 4, 1941 in Fremont, Ohio. Jerry graduated from Toledo Waite High School in 1959, obtained a Bachelor's Degree from The University of Findlay in 1963, and received a Master's Degree from Bowling Green State University. Jerry began his career as a teacher and coach at Kansas Lakota in 1963 and then continued his career at Mechanicsburg High School. In 1979, Jerry found his home at Northeastern High School, where he remained for 25 years, as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, and coached many sports. After retiring from Northeastern, Jerry found a second home with the Red Raiders of London High School from 2006-2014. For the past several years he has enjoyed volunteering with the Northeastern High School Football team, including this 2018 season. He loved his family deeply, and made no secret that his life's passions were both his family and his football family. His contributions to the community will forever be remembered. Jerry is survived by his wife of 38 years, Libby; daughter Jenna; son Tad; son Scott (Leah) Wasserman; daughter Terri (Roger) Baldwin; brother-in-law, Jim (Joyce) Gentry; nephews John and Shawn (Connie) Gentry; niece Ruth Gentry; great nephew, Jack Gentry; great niece Natasha Gentry; grandchildren Tyler (Paige) Wasserman, Chloe Wasserman, Lynsey Cook, and Kiley Cook; as well as other family members and friends. He is preceded in death by his son Brett Wasserman, brother-in-law Robert Gentry, and numerous other friends. His family would like to thank Dr. Arora, his surgical team, and the ICU staff at Springfield Regional Medical Center. Visitation will be held on Friday November 30, 2018 from 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm and Funeral Saturday December 1, 2018 at 10am at LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Northeastern Football by submitting checks or money to Northeastern High School Boosters 1480 Bowman Road Springfield, Ohio 45503 and writing "football" or Jerry's name on the memo line. Donations may also be made in Jerry's honor to the American Heart Association.

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Published by Springfield News Sun from Nov. 24 to Nov. 28, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
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Renee Markley

Sent Flowers

November 30, 2018

Jerry and I taught and coached together also cut much wood. He was a Super person a great friend and someone who would do anything for you no matter what. We always laughed at being the Tom and Jerry Show. Tom Franz

Allie Bowers

November 29, 2018

Mr. Wasserman was one of the greatest men I ever knew. I was only 16 and pregnant and Mr. Wasserman was a huge motivator for me. He told me, you are stronger than most adults I know. Im 38 now. I did it Mr. Wasserman, I beat the statistics. He had a can do attitude that was very contagious. My heart breaks hearing this news. I have many fond memories of him and Ill cherish them always. Sending love to your family.

November 28, 2018

Jerry was our neighbor on Wildlane Dr. for many years. He coached and mentored our two sons and was a pillar in our community and High School. Great Human Being and he will be deeply missed.

Joe and Brenda Hess

Cinda Miller

November 28, 2018

Awesome teacher and coach..my thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I am so sorry for your loss..He will be sadly missed

J Larry Agle

November 28, 2018

Rest Coach, You were a huge part of my life. I appreciate all you did for me. Never easy, always in my ear, and usually right. The usually was the most fun. You let me eat Ice cream sundaes if I made weight, and do burpees if I didn't. You came in my life at a time I needed, and helped me, more than you know.
J. Larry Agle DVM

November 27, 2018

Dear Libby, Jenna, & Tad,

I am so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jerry Wasserman was the kindest person you would ever want to meet. We had such great memories and so much fun. Again, our prayers are with all of you. Judy & Jen Harmer & Jeff Wheeler Love you guys

Randy and Joyce Lincicome

November 27, 2018

To the Scott Wasserman Family, sorry to read of your loss. Your Family are in our prayers.

John Tinsman

November 27, 2018

My condolences to the family,

Angela Smiddy

November 26, 2018

Mr. Wasserman was a gental giant much loved by a lot of people and students ,we are so very sorry for your loss . He will be forever remembered in the sports world as a great coach and mentor .

Bill Patton

November 25, 2018

Wass was a friend to one and all, player, student, fellow teachers and people in the town of Risingsun. He lived down the street from us and I can tell you he and his first wife Nancy were good neighbors and involved the our little community. If you ever needed something of Wass all you had to do was ask. He was liked and respected by all that knew him because he gave respect to one and all. Rest easy Coach... you won this one!

Jim Clark

November 25, 2018

As a member of the 1971 graduating class at Mechanicsburg High School, I had the pleasure of not only playing football for Coach Wasserman but also benefitting from his leadership as the school principal for our senior year. While he had many other experiences as a coach and administrator after that, I believe that year was a special one for him; I know it was special for us. Coach was passionate, thoughtful, and enthusiastic in everything he did back then, and while it has been several decades since we crossed paths, my memories of him are bright and clear. May he in Rest In Peace with the knowledge that he definitely impacted our lives in a very positive way.

Terri Lyn Baldwin

November 24, 2018

Strength and prayers Tad and Jenna.

Geri and Jim Reisinger

November 24, 2018

Jerry Wasserman had a positive impact on young people's lives throughout his career as a teacher, coach, and administrator. He won many games and numerous league championships, but even more importantly he built a family atmosphere within the football program. He taught his players to strive to improve themselves on the field and in the classroom. His greatest legacy is the number of players and students that have gone on to lead successful lives. He used the practice field and the classroom to teach players and students about life. Working with him was an absolute pleasure. Coach, you will be missed!

Jeff Weber

Sent Flowers

CKT

November 24, 2018

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YOU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17

Steve Castle

November 24, 2018

So sad to hear of coach Wasserman passing. He was an inspiration and an influence to so many young athletes and students. He coached with heart and conviction that earned the admiration of those fortunate enough to know him. I will always be grateful for the values and ethics I learned as a high school athlete from his coaching and teaching. May he rest in peace. His family and loved ones will remain in my thoughts and prayers.

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