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Anthony "Jerry" Palazzo
1950 - 2012
Anthony "Jerry" Palazzo
1950 - 2012
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BORN
1950
DIED
2012
Anthony Palazzo Obituary
Portland, Maine
Anthony "Jerry" Palazzo, 62 years old, of Portland, ME died Saturday, December 8, 2012 following a courageous battle with Multiple Myeloma for over ten years.
Jerry was born in Portland on July 26, 1950, the son of Angelo A. and Gloria (Mattatall) Palazzo. He attended local schools, graduating from Deering High School. Jerry continued his education at the University of Maine Orono, graduating with a degree in Forest Services. For over 30 years Jerry worked as a Line Inspector for C.M.P. as part of the IBEW 1837 Union.
Jerry loved the sea. He enjoyed living in the community at Southport Marine aboard his sailboat "Quest" and taking her out to spread her sails in Boothbay Harbor, Downeast Maine and dressing her up for the annual Casco Bay Parade of Lights. Jerry also had a great love of the outdoors. Spending summers at the family camp on Big Sebago Lake was a great love of his. He enjoyed quiet times fishing and hunting in the northern woods of Maine. He especially enjoyed his Thanksgiving trips to the "Hunting Bus" with his friends.
Jerry was a very loving and unselfish man. He enjoyed his life to the fullest without regret, always looking for the positives in life and mankind. He was a son, brother, uncle, and friend to many that will most certainly be missed.
Predeceasing Jerry was his father Angelo.
Jerry leaves behind his loving mother Gloria Palazzo of Cumberland Foreside, a sister Debbie Porter and her husband Ken also of Cumberland Foreside, a nephew Scott Caron and his wife Yola of Chicago and their children Natalia and Marrisa, a niece Jenn Small and her husband Mark of Falmouth and their children Zack and Maddie.
A period of visitation for Jerry and his family will be held this Thursday, December 13, 2012 from 5 to 7 pm at the Jones, Rich and Hutchins Funeral Home, 199 Woodford St., Portland, ME; where a memorial service for Jerry will be held at 11:00 am on Friday the 14th.
In lieu of flowers the Palazzo family suggests memorials be made in Jerry's name to Mercy Oncology & Hematology Center, Suite 360, Patient Support Fund, 195 Fore River Pkwy., Portland, ME 04102.
Care for Jerry and his family has been entrusted to the Jones, Rich and Hutchins Funeral Home of Portland, Maine.
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wayne geishecker
February 25, 2013
you dont know me but i went to school with jerry at either frank i brown in so portland, or longfellow school and lincoln jr high school. . i move to mass. after a yr at deering, i would have graduated 1968. i am so very sorry i never saw him again. i called him 20 yrs ago and we talked briefly. i share your grief. i only recognize him in his youth , i was about 14 or 15 when we moved to mass. i just happened upon this while searching for another persons obituary. now i wish i hadnt. wayne geishecker stoneham ma
John Williams
December 22, 2012
Gerry and I grew up together in Portland in the early 1950's. My parents took many pictures of us together as we were very young and good looking then. We moved to South Portland and I remember when your family came over and showed us a Polaride Camera, which we had never seen before, and how it developed pictures while you watched it. My mother still has the pictures from it in her album. The last time I saw you was in 1970 as we both worked for Sebago Lake State Park in Naples. We got in a arguement one day on who would drive the truck and who would dump the trash in the back from the campground. It was one of the more unpleasant jobs there but someone had to do it. We were just young then and it was a nice summer working there. My world changed abruptly after that as I went into the service and Vietnam a short time later. I fondly remember those times at the park and warm summer days, and nites at the Log Cabin and Serenity Hill. Cancer tried to claim me a few years back due to exposure to Agent Orange during the war. It was battle that I felt defenseless in for the first time. Mom is going to try to contact your mom as Marge is residing at Falmouth By the Sea in Falmouth. I'm sorry for your loss Gloria and Debbie.
Sgt. John Williams, Maine Marine Patrol retired, (Southwest Harbor,Me.)
Rick Pitre
December 14, 2012
I first met Jerry when CMP called Maine Public Service Co. for mutual aid (to restore power on Long Island).What a hell of a great guy!!! He's the kind of guy, after meeting him, you'll never forget. One of the best!! My heart literally broke when I got the news. He'll always be in our prayers. We lost a great one!!!! Rick Pitre Lineworker Maine Public Service Fort Kent
Sue Hersey Tenuta
December 13, 2012
Dear Mrs. Palazzo and Debbie Kenilworth was so many years ago, but I am so very saddened to hear of Jerry's passing. He was the best kid on the street! So very fond of him... Please know that you are in my thoughts and in my prayers.
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Greg Trefry
December 13, 2012
Deb, Ken, Auntie Glo, Just wanted You to Know How Heavy My Heart Is Today .... I Loved My Cousin So Much. Wish I had gotton a Chance to See Him the Past Couple of Years. I know I,ll see Him again Someday. I Send ALL My Love to the Family at This Time. My Heart will Be with You This Christmas Season. Was So Blessed to Have Jerry in My Life as a Cousin. God Bless, Love, Greg ...
December 13, 2012
Dear Gloria, Debbie, and Kenny:
We are very saddened to learn of Jerry's passing. May the love of God and Jesus comfort you through this most difficult time. Randy and Mary LaForte
December 13, 2012
Dear Gloria, Debbie, and Kenny:
We are very saddened to learn of Jerry's passing. May the love of God and Jesus carry you through this most difficult time. Randy and Mary LaForte
December 13, 2012
Jerry, you were so much more than a customer of South Port Marine. You were a loyal friend to the staff and an ambassador for the company. God's speed dear friend. We will miss you greatly. Yours truly, Lisa Fortier, Business Manager, South Port Marine.
Frank Connelly
December 12, 2012
Frank Connelly
December 12, 2012
Jerry was the first person I met when I came to South Port. Always there to grab a line offer advice when needed. Best of all to sit on deck with a rum in hand and talk boats and boating to the wee hours of the night. We lost a member of our live a board family who will be missed. Jerry you will always have fair winds and following seas.
Nancy Emmons
December 12, 2012
Dear Debbie and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. We attended school in Portland together and used to walk up Stevens Avenue from Brighton together to class. I have always remembered him as a fun and wonderfully friendly young man since it's been years since we last saw each other. Wish he could have been at a DHS reunion. He'll be greatly missed.
December 12, 2012
Dear Debbie and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jerry's courageous battle with cancer is testament to the man he was. A true friend and great co-worker, Bob worked with Jerry for over 30yrs. and will surely miss him. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you or your family. Deepest Sympathy, Bob & Georgia Taylor
Michael Fish
December 12, 2012
I have known Jerry as a lineman and recently as a line inspector whom assisted in my training. He was a very dedicated CMP worker who took pride in his work. It was my honor to work with Jerry and he is missed by many. Prayers to the family.
December 12, 2012
Dear Debbie,Kenny, and Gloria,
I am devastated to hear of Jerry's passing. He was such a kind and fun loving person. I have so many fond memories of him through the years. The world is a better place because of his time here. My heart goes out to all of you and your families. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
My deepest condolences and love,
Mary Clair -Weston, MA
Julie DeRice
December 11, 2012
Debbie and Gloria
So very sorry to hear that Jerry has passed. Know you are in our thoughts .With sincere sympathy. Andy and Julie DeRice
Chris Kean
December 11, 2012
Jerry, you were a loving, caring man and a great friend. And will be greatly missed. My Deepest Condolences to your family. Reef the sails in the hard times and remember all the good times all the rest. He will always be in the hearts of those who knew him and be better for knowing him.
Charlie Calli
December 11, 2012
I met Jerry in December of 2004. We had just purchased our sailboat & moved her to her winter berth at South Port Marine,,,,the face dock on A Dock. 2 days later, a Nor'Easter blew in. Along with tending to his boat,, Jerry also played a roll in ensuring our boat was secure. That was simply who Jerry was. He remained so for the eight years we were friends. I lived aboard at South Port as Jerry's neighbor and friend for several years. He would duck below, aboard my boat, on a winter day. We would share some rum, or sambuca. We would talk of the days events, our boats and the future. We would talk of going south,,, and of having gone south. We shared this "thing" that many do not understand. We shared this "thing" that many have no interest in knowing of. But it bound Jerry & I together, and continues to bind us.
God speed Friend.
Alex Frisch
December 11, 2012
It has been years since we were in our 20s on Sebago but I will always remember Jerry fondly, Rest in peace Jerry. Alex Frisch
Pat and Russ Stover
December 11, 2012
Gloria and Debi, Russ and I are so sad to hear of Jerry's passing.. We will always remember the family parties. Jerry was such a great person and we will always miss him!
Barry Acker
December 11, 2012
As one of the live aboard members of the Southport Marina community, I so enjoyed all times spent with Jerry. We shrink-wrapped our boats together every year, had many parties and dinners aboard, and, in general, enjoyed the live aboard life. Jerry is already sorely missed by all of us live aboards who knew him. He was happiest on the water like so many of his friends. Smooth sailing, my friend.
Gail and John Gordon
December 11, 2012
Dearest Auntie Glo and Debbie, Our thoughts and prayers are with you along with wonderful memories of Jerry and our families from years long gone. We are so sorry for your loss.
Linda Mattison
December 11, 2012
Jerry was a great guy. He always had positive thoughts. He always looked for the good in others. He will be missed by both Jim Mattison ( his 1st boss at CMP) and Linda Mattison whom worked with Jerry on some company projects..Rest in Peace Jerry.
Marie Green
December 11, 2012
My condolences to the Palazzo family. I enjoyed knowing and working with Jerry at CMP. He will be sorely missed.
Karen Carpenter, RN
December 11, 2012
I had the honor of caring for Anthony many years ago when I was a nurse at Mercy. I am so sad to learn of his passing. I was fortunate to run into him from time to time over the years and can honestly say he was someone who helped make me a better nurse. He was always positive, even at times when he was at his worst. My condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed by the many lives he touched including my own.
Doug & Penny Cross
December 11, 2012
Jerry will be sadly missed. He was a great person and a great fiend. It was a pleasure working with him over the years a CMP. Our condolences and prayers go out to his family.
December 11, 2012
Gloria and Debi, I am so sorry for your loss. You are both in my prayers.
Dianne (Daniels) Breggia
Paul Kelly
December 11, 2012
Jerry (Bubba) was a great friend and sailing buddy. He was always willing to help me with my boat questions and issues and he always found a solution. Mr. Fix It! His boat was always immaculate. I will certainly miss our sailing adventures out of Boothbay Harbor where we would go off for a week or two and enjoy the Sea. Keep a fathom under you Jerry! you will be missed. Paul Kelly
Elliott Nathanson
December 11, 2012
My most sincere condolences to the Palazzo family. I will always remember the great times we had at Sebago Lake.
Barbara and Stew Hart
December 11, 2012
Jerry was a wonderful neighbor and we enjoyed living near him at South Port Marine. He was totally unselfish, had a wonderful sense of humor, was always willing to lend aid, and was one of the bravest, most upbeat people we've met. His death is a great loss. We send condolences to his family, and raise a toast of rum in his memory.
FRANCINE GOUDEY
December 11, 2012
To Anthony's family, it was an honor and a pleasure meeting Anthony and being a part of this journey he was on. Anthony always had a smile on his face and was always quick to laugh. He was such a gentleman, a kind and compassionate man who loved his family, his boat and the outdoors. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Again, it was such a honor knowing Anthony. He will be greatly missed by many.
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