Jerome Hyman

1938 - 2024

Jerome (Jerry) Hyman
05/18/1938 - 04/24/2024
Jerome (Jerry) Hyman died suddenly and peacefully on April 24, 2024, in Daly City, CA.
A funeral will be held at Eternal Home Cemetery in Colma, CA on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at 1:30 p.m. at Jerry's graveside.
Jerry was born on May 18, 1938, in Oakland, CA, to Joseph and Shirley Hyman. After graduating from Oakland High School, Jerry attended college at the University of California in Berkeley, majoring in math and physics. He was a talented drummer and a member of the Cal marching band, performing with the band at the World's Fair in Brussels, Belgium in 1958.
After graduating college, Jerry began a decades-long career in the nascent field of computers and information technology, starting at Varian Associates and UC San Francisco Medical Center. He then began a 38-year tenure at Matson Navigation Company in San Francisco, rising to the position of Chief Information Officer. At Matson, Jerry oversaw and led the automation of Matson's cargo shipping business. In addition to his work at Matson, Jerry ran his own technology consulting business, helping automate and bring new technologies to various clients in the business and non-profit sectors, including the liberty ship S.S. Jeremiah O'Brien, Sinai Memorial Chapel, and the Jewish Home for the Aged.
The heart of Jerry's life was his deep and abiding love for his wife, Charlotte. They met in 1964, at Congregation Beth Sholom, and tied the knot in 1965, in San Francisco. From that day forward, they were inseparable, building a beautiful life together. They were blessed with three children, Michael (Audrey Hyman), Jeffrey (Hillary Weingast), and Michelle, whom they raised in Daly City. Over the years, they also welcomed several beloved dogs into their home. Jerry was a proud grandfather to Sydney, Joshua, Sierra, and Alex Hyman.
Jerry's commitment to his family and career was mirrored in his dedication to the local Jewish community. In the 1980's, he served as a Board member, officer, and President of Congregation Beth Sholom in San Francisco. Later, when he and Charlotte became active members of Congregation Ner Tamid in San Francisco, he continued his service as a Board Member and Treasurer for many years. His contributions to the community were a testament to his selflessness and his desire to make a positive impact.
Jerry is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren; his brother, Adrian Hyman; and his beloved yellow lab, Mollie.
The family requests donations be made in Jerry's honor to Congregation Ner Tamid, 1250 Quintara St, San Francisco, CA 94116.