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Gennaro Malvone Obituary
September 13, 1940 - May 20, 2017
Hanover
Gennaro "Jerrry" Malvone, 76, entered eternal life with the Lord on Saturday, May 20, 2017 at his home with his loving family by his side.
Born September 13, 1940 in Naples, Italy, he was the son of the late Armando and Filomena (Mancino) Malvone. Jerry was the loving husband of Rosa (Coppola) Malvone with whom he shared 49 years of marriage.
Jerry was a veteran of the Italian Navy. He moved to Hanover from Italy and was one of the original pizza guys at the former Scotto's Pizza. Jerry and his brother-in-law Sal, then purchased the shop and renamed it Jerry & Sal's. He served the Hanover community pizza for over 50 years with pride and always with a welcoming smile and jovial demeanor.
Jerry was a member of Annunciation, BVM Catholic Church, McSherrystown.
In addition to his wife Rosa, Jerry is survived by two children, Armando Malvone and Filomena Malvone; four grandchilderen, Angelo, Marcello, Massimo, and Sofia; and four siblings, Vincenzo Malvone, Loreto Malvone, Tonino Malvone, and Concetta (Malvone) Pagano.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at Annunciation, B.V.M. Catholic Church, 26 North Third Street, McSherrystown, with Father Charles L. Persing as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church Cemetery, Hanover. A viewing and time to share memories with the family will be held from 1 – 3 and 6 – 8 p.m., Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at the Kenworthy Funeral Home, Inc., 269 Frederick Street, Hanover.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jerry's memory may be made to the Salvatore Coppola Memorial Golf Tournament, (which benefits the Hanover Relay For Life), 299 Johnston Drive, McSherrystown, PA 17344.
The Kenworthy Funeral Home, Inc, 269 Frederick Street, Hanover, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at
www.kenworthyfh.com and the facebook page of Jerry & Sal's Pizza.
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Abu Alwi
November 16, 2017
Dear Malvone Family,
So sorry to hear of our loss of such a great man. I remember him well as a friendly, generous man who always had the time to listen to me. I felt like I was part of the family and even have good memories of going with my wife to Armando's wedding. My kids loved to eat out at the restaurant mostly because if Jerry was there, he made them feel special. I have been living in the UAE for over 13 years and just happened to mention Jerry today. (November 16. 2017) She searched and that's how we saw the sad news. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Abu Alwi
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Missy Barnhart Bryant
May 25, 2017
My mom and I would visit Scotto's every Friday night in the 70s. We loved the pizza but even better were the smiles and laughs we shared with Jerry & Sal. I bet they're together again making those delicious pizzas. May many more great memories help you through this difficult time.
Carole, John & Julie Frock
May 23, 2017
Malvone family,
We are very sorry for your loss. Jerry was a friend for over 40 years, with our last greeting a few weeks ago. Jerry represented the true meaning of success through hard work, dedication and perseverance. King of the Italian cuisine, Hanover has lost an icon and will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Rest in peace Jerry, we love you!
Cheryl Copenhaver
May 22, 2017
Loss of a great Man!!!! You will be missed dear friend and always remembered and loved.
Rick Reese
May 22, 2017
I remember the time Jerry opened the first pizza place 50 years ago, I was in high school and my wife and I have been a customer ever since he came to town, the best ever. Always had good conversation and jokes with him. I will miss his smiling face. May you rest in peace and may God Bless you and your family.
Hanna Smith
May 21, 2017
What a great man he was, he will surely be missed! Prayering for all of his family ♡
Scott Chrismer
May 21, 2017
Rose, Armando & Filomina,
Please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss. Jerry was an amazing guy. Working at Jerry & Sal's was my first "real" job and Jerry was the best. I worked there 1988-1990 with Jerry, Sino, Armando, Jorge and Richie at the Mall. I remember closing up at midnight on Saturday nights and going with you all and Sal over to grab breakfast at Cross Keys diner. You whole family was amazing and Jerry was the absolute best. It was and still is my favorite job of all time and I still compare all pizza I ever eat to Jerry & Sal's as the gold standard, and it never does compare. His constant smile and funny comment for every person he ever met and all the people in Hanover that he ever fed will never forget him. May Jerry rest in peace.
Scott Chrismer
Jim and Dana Slee
May 21, 2017
Armando
Many happy thoughts for so many years of your dad and uncle Sal! We send our deepest sympathies and prayers.
Bobbi Pfaff
May 21, 2017
Armando, Rose, and family,
May the lord comfort you during these difficult days. Jerry touched so many for so long, now it is his time to rest. May you find strength in the memories you made together. Keeping you all in my prayers!
Andrea and. Bryan Goodson
May 21, 2017
Armando, sending much love and sympathy to the entire family. Jerry was a very special person and will be sorely missed by everyone.
Heather Snyder
May 21, 2017
Rosa, Filomena & Armando-
Words cannot really describe the love and admiration I have for your family. I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Jerry was such a beautiful soul. He loved you all very much and would always talk about you with such pride. There will be a void without him but the memories you have are yours forever and will carry you through. I had several meaningful conversations with him over the years and one just before Christmas when he was feeling good. I will never forget that or him.
We are all lucky to have known him. He will be missed always. Love to you all.
Ron and Patti Cook
May 21, 2017
Deepest sympathy..
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