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Gerol Friedman Obituary

Jerry was born on October 3, 1928 in Hartford Ct. He was the son of Herman and Gertrude Friedman, brother to Miriam. He attended college in the evening and worked at Royal Typewriter and Colt Firearms. Jerry earned his degree in engineering and worked for United Technologies, Hamilton Standard division as a manufacturing engineer. He was extremely proud of the work he did on the SR71 Blackbird and the Apollo missions space suits. Jerry retired and went to work part time for the Glastonbury school system. Jerry was a devoted husband, father, brother, son, grandfather and uncle. Family was always his number one priority. Jerry loved planes, cars, and all technology. He loved to create things and enjoyed retirement with his wife in Delray Florida. He is survived by wife Myrna Friedman, children Matthew Schreibman, Debra Bingham, Lauren Berman, and brother in law Zane Katz. Jerry will be missed by everyone.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Jan. 21, 2021.

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Barbara Snyder

January 24, 2021

Myrna,

It seems like I've known you and Jerry forever. When I saw Jerry at synagogue he always had a smile and was pleasant to talk to. I had no idea he worked on the space suits. Think of the wonderful memories you had together to get through this difficult time.

Barbara Snyder

Marilyn and Ira Lipshutz

January 23, 2021

We met Jerry (and Myrna) at canasta lessons in Palm Greens 13 years ago. We enjoyed learning together and playing together afterwards. We also enjoyed going out to dinner, tennis socials and visits in Massachusetts. Jerry was a kind and loving soul and we feel lucky to have had him as a friend.
We hope your many warm and loving memories will help to ease the pain of your loss. "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal" May Jerry's memory be an eternal blessing. Marilyn and Ira Lipshutz

Barbara Passo

January 22, 2021

We so enjoyed spending time with Jerry at Beach Park sitting on the sun porch and passing the time of day with good conversation. He was quite a guy.
Barb and Herb Passo

Judith Lefkowitz

January 21, 2021

Myrna
So sorry to hear about your loss.
Send you love and peace,
Judy Lefkowitz

Michael Barker

January 21, 2021

Dear Myrna, we were very sorry to read the news of Jerry's death. Our thoughts are with you. Michael & Shelley

Melanie Sadok

January 21, 2021

Uncle Gerry will always be in my heart. I always loved finding him in our crowded family occasions sitting quietly. I would join him and he would always greet me with a big warm smile. We would sit and chat and I felt calm and happy. I think he had that affect on everyone. I'm so happy my boys had him in their lives as "uncle-papa."

Ellen Simonovitz Phillips

January 21, 2021

Dear Myrna and Family.




i am so sorry to hear of Gerry's passing, Know that my thought, prayers, and love are with you all.

Barry Tager

January 21, 2021

To the Friedman family: Extending my deep sympathies on Jerry's passing. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Gertrude Litsky

January 21, 2021

Dear Myrna and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your
dear, Jerry. Our condolences to you at this sad time.

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