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Jerry M. Feldman

1929 - 2022

Jerry M. Feldman obituary, 1929-2022, Los Angeles, CA

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1929

DIED

2022

Jerry Feldman Obituary

May 28, 1929 - January 17, 2022 Gerald Miles "Jerry" Feldman, "Mr. Kansas City Jazz", was an obstinate optimist. The son of Bess and Joe Feldman, Jerry passed away on MLK Day with his wife of 65 years, Lois, and children by his side. Jerry's sense of humor, great smile and positive attitude brought joy to countless others for over 9 decades.

Born in Kansas City, MO, Jerry graduated from Paseo High School where he played clarinet in the ROTC band. After moving to Los Angeles he worked in the music business. He also held LA Rams tickets for more than 25 years, and was a huge Dodger fan.

Jerry was introduced to Lois when he was living in San Diego. The couple moved back to Los Angeles in 1958. Jerry then got into the health care business, first selling insurance, then working for Blue Cross for 16 years, and finally representing the Hospital Council of Southern California until his retirement.

Jerry and Lois were avid travelers, often taking family cruises, annually visiting the beaches at Laguna and San Diego, and attending jazz concerts. Jerry's smooth baritone was unmistakable.

In addition to Lois, Jerry is survived by his son Ken Feldman, daughter Dee (Rick) Perez, and grandchildren Melissa and Justin (Gitit) Feldman, Zach and Danny Perez, and his sister Anida Sterman as well as numerous cousins, nephews and nieces.

`Funeral services are scheduled for Thursday January 20th at 10:00 am at Hillside Memorial Park in LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wayfarer Family Service (formerly Junior Blind), 5300 Angeles Vista Blvd, Los Angeles, 90043 or any charity of your choice.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Los Angeles Times from Jan. 19 to Jan. 20, 2022.

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Nancy Durka

March 20, 2022

I have been a friend and colleague of Jerry['s remarkable wife, Lois. I treasure wonderful times with them and the fun of Jerry's wonderful sense of humor.
Lois has been a Biblical Ruth, loving and cherishing
her husband. They have both been models of what
a lasting, loving marriage is.
May Lois be blessed with all the good memories of
a wonderful husband. I know her family will continue
to be her rock.

Tom and Diana Shepardson

January 20, 2022

Dear Lois and Family,
We send our deepest sympathy at the passing of Jerry. We have so many wonderful memories with you all- Jerry´s larger than life personality, his love of life and warmth to all his friends is a treasured memory. What fun we had at all those pool parties!! Thanks for the memories Jerry!
We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
With love, Tom and Diana

Faithful Wishes Wreath

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