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Passed away on April 8th, 2015 he was surrounded by family and friends. A graduate of Cornell University '54, he went on to serve in the USAF for three years as the Assistant Director of Special Services for the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Norway. Following his time in the military, he became the Director of Camp Lenni Lenape in 1958. Known as a giant in the camping industry, Jerry served as a Board member for: the Association of Private Camps, the American Camping Association New York Section, the New York State Camp Directors Association, and was President of the National Camping Association. In 1973, he became the first owner of both Raquette Lake Girls Camp and Raquette Lake Boys Camp. He retired in 2000 and continued to work as a staff recruiter for over 100 camps around the country. He also served as a Director of the Smalley Foundation for many years. Jerry is survived by his loving wife Rennie Halsband, son Kenneth Halsband wife Brooke and Grandson Jacob, son Michael Halsband, and longtime friend Steve Norman. In lieu of flowers, a donation in his memory can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. Jerry touched many lives through his years of directing summer camps, all who knew and loved him will miss him dearly.
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Holly Brown
September 5, 2023
I saw the obituary in the Los Angeles times, and I tracked down Ken. I spent a few hours with Ken, met the family, and we talked about Jerry, Lenni-Len-A-Pe, my camp memories and I gave him a few souvenirs from my years there 1955 through 1959. Jerry came to see me at Paramount Pictures with his mother Raye. It was so special to see Aunt Raye again; I have many wonderful memories of her and Uncle Morty. My deepest condolences to the Halsband family - such wonderful people.
Larry Diamond
March 7, 2023
With casual surfing, I find that Jerry has passed. He, Aunt Raye, Uncle Morty, Jay and all the "family" made an enormous difference in my life throughout the 1950´s and beyond. They are all sorely missed.
April 21, 2015
Always a smile and a happy greeting-many of us will miss him. Arthur and Marilyn Penn
Danny Metzger
April 20, 2015
Rennie, Nancy and I just heard today about Jerry. Not a week has gone by in the last ten years where Jerry and I haven't swapped jokes with each other via the internet. Big loss for the Camping Community and everyone who knew him.
April 18, 2015
You have my deepest sympathy. May the God of loyal love comfort the family during your time of sorrow. Psalm 119:76
April 16, 2015
Renee,
I mourn your huge loss of Jerry. To me Jerry was always a bright shinning light in all of mankind. Jerry loved people and life and we all loved Jerry in return. I will always think about and miss Jerry as a friend and as an outstanding human being. Fred Claar
June Sloane
April 14, 2015
So sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. I knew his parents, Ray & Morty as I was a Lenni Lenape camper for over 10 years & then my daughter was a Racquette Lake camper.
April 14, 2015
To Renee and the entire family we wish to extend our deepest sorrow in learning of Jerry's passing. Jen and Ben join us in sharing their happy memories of the RLC years and Jerry's talented leadership. He had a great sense of humor and could really convey a story or offer good advice. Our love goes out to you at this most difficult time. Vida & Richard Press
Larry Seller
April 14, 2015
Sincere condolences to the Halsband family. Few people have provided the opportunity that Jerry did for so many people to enjoy a great life experience.
The Karman Family
April 13, 2015
Our Sincerest Condolences To Rennie And The Entire Halsband Family. Jerry was a Man Who Gave And Always Gave His All!
Cyndy Starkand Ginsburg
April 13, 2015
Shalom Jerry. You gave me my happiest lifetime memories. A refuge from the storm.
gary davis
April 12, 2015
My deepest sympathies to Renee and the Halsband family. I spent many good times with Jerry at Raquette Lake, Quaker Ridge and in Manhattan. Jerry was a true friend for over 45 years and i will miss him very much.
Elliot Dorfman
April 12, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the Halsband family. I will always remember Jerry with great affection.
Ellen Kowitz-Miller
April 12, 2015
"Uncle Jerry" will long be remembered by so many campers whose lives he touched at both Lenni-Len-A-Pe and Raquette Lake. He was a warm, loving man who really left his mark and will truly be missed. May his family have some peace knowing he was such a special man, adored by many.
April 12, 2015
Please except my sincerest condolences. May the God of all comfort give you peace through prayer during this difficult time. Philipians 4:6,7
Dr. Bal Moore
April 12, 2015
As director of tennis at Raquette Lake Camps for eleven seasons, working with Jerry became both personal and professional. A deep friendship developed with Jerry and his wife Rennie during those years. Through the years my wife Marcha and I visited Jerry and Rennie Halsband at Raquette, New York, and Florida. We will forever be thankful for the times spent with Jerry.
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