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Jerome Scharr Obituary
Born in Hartford, Connecticut, on March 22, 1933, Son of the late Philip and Mabel (Richman) Scharr and eldest brother of Merle "Terry" Kurtzman (Irv), and Lynn Sharp (Dan). Father of three to Michael Scharr (Julie), Janet Gochberg (predeceased), and Elizabeth Scharr. He is a proud grandfather to three grandchildren, Amanda Sears (Doug) of Northborough, MA, Alison Sjoberg (Stefan) of Suffield, CT, and Katelin Gochberg of Boston, MA.
Jerry was raised in the Elmwood section of West Hartford and went through the West Hartford Public Education system, spending most of his time either in the classroom or with his friends and family. Academics came quite naturally to him, he especially excelled in math. After High School, he began his college education at Trinity College as a pre-med student, but quickly realized his true passion for engineering. He graduated from University of Connecticut with his degree in Engineering. Throughout college Jerry worked as a short order cook and developed a skill for making eggs and bacon, a skill that his wife, children, and grandchildren were very grateful for.
A lifelong businessman and inventor who started multiple companies, leading to branches across the United States and Internationally, including starting Scharr Industries Inc in the early 1960's, Techni-Met Inc. with his son Michael, Scharr Motors car dealership, and others over the years. Outside of his work, Jerry was a classic car enthusiast, lover of the water and Connecticut shore. Jerry was very active with the YPO (Young Presidents Organization) and enjoyed all the trips with that group and the close friends that he made during this time. He always had a philanthropic spirit and was a strong supporter of the Jewish Association for Community Living, Jewish Federation, and Foundation.
With his wife by his side, they spent time in West Hartford and Deep River, Connecticut, Rancho Bernardo, California, and Jupiter, Florida, as well as many trips with family around the country. One of Jerry's greatest joys was spending time with his three grandchildren. Not only was he meant to be a father, but it was his purpose to be a grandfather. As a family man, Jerry was very kind, gentle, and caring, he enjoyed a cup of black coffee, the latest paper, heading into the office for a good day of hard work, and a sweet treat of vanilla ice cream.
The service will be held on Friday, February 24 at 10am at Beth El Temple, 2626 Albany Ave, West Hartford, CT followed by a graveside service at Beth El cemetery at 51 Jackson Street, Avon, CT. There will be a livestream link for the service provided by Beth El Temple.
The family will be sitting shiva at the Scharr family home in Deep River, CT from 2pm to 5pm on Sunday, February 26th and Monday, February 27th. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to the Jewish Association for Community Living. www.jcl-ct.org/donate
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Christian Spengler
October 17, 2024
Sehr geehrte Familie Sharr
Ich möchte Ihnen mitteilen dass ich der neue Besitzer von dem Buick Roadmaster bin. Ich kannte Herr Jerry Sharr nicht persönlich, aber was ich über Ihn hier gelesen hab, das hat mich sehr beeindruckt. Ich werde den Buick in Ehren halten, er hat ein gutes Zuhause bekommen in Deutschland.
Alles Gute für Sie, mit herzlichen Grüßen
Christian Spengler
Christian Spengler
October 17, 2024
Curt Rutsky
February 16, 2024
Jerry was a very gentle, intelligent, excellent judge of character among other attributes. A great guy overall. I owe a lot of my success to Jerry. I can´t believe it´s a year already.
Arlene and Dan Neiditz
February 27, 2023
Dear Marlene-
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and thoughts are with you.
Arlene and Dan
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David Traskos (The Estuary) EMOTS
February 25, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Scharr family. The Drivers for the estuary ( EMOTS ) Transportation will miss Jerry.
Robert K. Stickels
February 25, 2023
I´m so sorry for your family´s loss. I so admired Mr Scharr. I always enjoyed my time with him. One of my best memories was when my son Jarrett and I got to talk to him about his automobile collection. It was a great day in Bloomfield as we walked around his cars and talked about each one. Such a caring and unique human.
Mike Dore
February 24, 2023
I first met Jerry in 1975, as the salesman for ICI Films calling at 40 Newberry Road. On my second visit, he told me I needed a new company car which was my predecessors vehicle; it was black, boxy and looked like government tax auditors car! For the next 27 years I was fortunate to sell to Jerry Melinex Films to Scharr Industries and TechniMet. With my career ending at ICI/duPont, Jerry brought me on to sell for TechniMet in 2002.
While at TechniMet I would occasionally drop Jerry off at his Deep River home on my way home in Westbrook. There would be some business discussion, but diabetes was the main subject; Jerry a type 2, and me a type 1.
I am greatly saddened by Jerry's passing and extend my condolences to the Scharr family. Jerry was a true gentleman and I will continue to think of him often. He is a significant part of my life.
Melissa Patkin
February 24, 2023
Uncle Jerry has always been such a kind and loving soul. He made the world a better place through his hard work, dedication, and love. He officiated my wedding and I always loved going to the house and seeing the cars. Sending all my love to Aunt Marlene and family.
Dave Burgess
February 23, 2023
I came to know Jerry thru Jeff in 1995 and through them Marlene, Michael, Janet, and Katelin. I recall a Christmas season gondola ride with my wife Chris, Jerry, Marlene, and maybe Janet or Katelin thru the inland waterways of a Phoenix hotel. There may have been music and Phoenix does get cold so there were blankets. Jerry and I (Gould) did a business deal that brought forth SP5 but my customer failed and ultimately Jerry developed an industry from a chance meeting on an airplane-diabetes test strips. We still did business as Ticer's product and new company evolved and Jerry was accepting of the arrangement. Jerry's business acumen alerted him to the dangers of an 80% customer, wish I had known that, so he sold. In the end, and some tough years, Ticer ended up with SP5, Ted, and George for which I will be forever grateful. I'm grateful to Jerry for his friendship, positive attitude, business strategy, indirect mentoring, and understanding. And to his family, Marlene, Janet, and Katelin, for their kindness as Ticer was being sold.
Chris and I pray for the family for their losses.
Dave Burgess
Janice Lock
February 23, 2023
Mr. Scharr was the best boss ever. Working for him from 1985 to 1994 at Scharr Industries and Avanti was not only a great experience but a job I looked forward to going to everyday. He had a group of employees that truly respected him and he respected as well. We had some wonderful laughs but worked hard. He was a very influential person in my life and I will truly remember him for the wonderful person he was. My condolences to his family and may he rest in peace.
Jeffery Bouchard
February 23, 2023
In July 1986, I was on a business trip flight from Hartford, CT to Chicago, IL, another business traveler sat beside me, that chance encounter would turn into a great relationship, both professionally and personally. That businessman´s name was Jerome Scharr (Jerry). It´s with a very heavy Heart that I write this today. From 1986 - 2008, I work for Jerry in 5 of his companies, (Avanti Machine, GoldFoil, Scharr West, Scharr Industries, and Techni-Met, Inc.) at many different levels. He was a mentor and a very good friend and that relationship continue for the many years to follow. Through all of my ups and downs in my life, and over the nearly 37 year relationship, he was someone I´ve always sought out if just for a simple conversation and coffee. I will always remember those talks, bike rides, lunch meetings, business trip, etc... Rest In Peace Jerry, I know I´m just one of many who will miss you! Finally, My deepest condolences to the Scharr family.
Roberta J. Friend Buland
February 23, 2023
I believe my parents, Lillian and Joseph, would join me in sending condolences and comfort to the family of Jerome. May he rest in peace. Roberta Friend Buland
Cate Evans
February 23, 2023
Sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to the Scharr family and his sister, Terry and her family on the loss of Jerome. May happy memories soon comfort you.
Mark DiBella
February 23, 2023
Mike and the Scharr families,
Please except my heartfelt condolences, May God Bless.
Linda (Linnie) Patkin
February 22, 2023
Dear Jerry,
It has been an honor to have known you and Marlene. You not only accepted me into your family when I married Bob, but you hosted our engagement party and were always loving, caring, kind and generous.
May you find peace and comfort and Janet waiting for you.
You will be sadly missed!
Bettyann
February 22, 2023
Please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss. Jerry was the big brother of my lifelong best friend (Lynn), so he was always an important figure in our lives. At social functions (such as weddings or birthday parties) he engaged me with pleasant conversation & always had a great smile. Rest in peace, Jerry..
Pauline Kaplan
February 22, 2023
I first met Jerry about thirty years ago. I was in graduate school yet our common connection was "coatings". Many, many years later we both ended up living in the Lower Connecticut Valley. Delighted to meet your wife, Marlene...What a gem! No doubt she will have lots of good memories of you. Yep, I have always thought you were the rare couple.
Curt Rutsky
February 22, 2023
So sorry to hear about Jerry. I was in business with him and he was always level headed, analytical, reasonable and more than generous. I never heard him say a bad word about anybody. I´ll never forget that he enabled me and mentored me to be successful. I know he was also a devoted Jew and a family man. I´m sure he will be missed by many. Curt Rutsky
Aimee Gilbert
February 22, 2023
Andy and I send our deepest condolences to Jerry's family. We both worked for Jerry in the past, Andy at Avanti and me at Scharr Industries and Techni-Met. We both enjoyed working for Jerry and Michael. They were great people to work for and treated their employees with kindness. We consider them and their family to be friends. Holding all in prayer, Andy and Aimee Gilbert
Ted Fisher
February 22, 2023
To the Scharr Family,
I have known Jerry for 45 years and worked for him at Scharr Industries in Bloomfield and then Techni-Met in Windsor. It was a pleasure working for him and we become good friends after many years. I have a lot of good memories throughout my years being part of his team and enjoying all the picnics, holiday parties and family get togethers at various functions. I will always be grateful for the technologies he taught me that I still am a part of. He will be greatly missed by myself and Barbara and will always be in my thoughts. I hope the fond memories you have will help you through this difficult time. Fondly Barbara and Ted Fisher
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