JEROME "JERRY" MELROSE

MELROSE, JEROME "JERRY", 81 years of age, formerly of Phoenix passed away in Aventura, Florida where he had lived for the last ten years. Jerry was a graduate of University of Arizona. He was a CPA and was in partnership with his long time friend, Howard Rubenstein, from 1974-2000, when he retired to Florida. He will be forever missed by his many friends and loved ones. He is survived by his beloved family, his children, Celia Richard, Philip (Sandi) Melrose, Adam (Susan) Melrose and Nancy (David) Barkan; 9 grandchildren; his brother, Herb (Linda) Melrose; many nieces and nephews; beloved companion, Joyce Gould; and his dear friend, Howard Rubenstein. His memory will be cherished by many friends at Mystic Pointe. Graveside services will be held on Monday, Jan. 16, 2012 at noon in Beth-El Zedeck North Cemetery, Indianpolis, IN. Memorial contributions may be made to Congregation Beth-El Zedeck. Arrangements by Aaron- Ruben-Nelson Mortuary. Friends may leave a message of condolence for the family at arnmortuary.com. View this Guest Book at www. MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.