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Jerome Amend Obituary
Jerry was born on January 6, 1931 in Newark, NJ and grew up in Maplewood and Pt. Pleasant, NJ. He received his BS degree from Seton Hall University and his MS and Ph.D. degrees from Rutgers University.
He devoted his life to teaching, and as a role model and master teacher inspired his students to pursue their dreams. He taught Biology and Physics at Orange High School in Orange, NJ. During his 28 years of teaching at Sparta High School in Sparta, NJ, he developed two popular higher science courses which had a major impact on hundreds of students: BioChemistry/Physiology and Human Ecology. Dr. Amend distinguished himself as a Teacher of the Year and Chairman of the Science Department. He was also an Adjunct Professor of Anatomy and Physiology at Morris County Community College in Randolph, NJ.
He was a skilled craftsman who learned his trade from his father at the Edward Amend Roofing Company. Jerry loved music and was accomplished at playing the piano and guitar. He enjoyed owning and riding motorcycles. A Catholic, he regularly attended Sunday Mass throughout his life.
He was preceded in death by his parents Edward and Catherine Amend; his wife, Rosanne; and his brother, Edward. He is survived by his children Maureen (Ray) Brown; Jerry (Pauline) Amend; and grandchildren Jerry Jr. and Daniel; his brother Norman (Mary) Amend; nieces and nephews.
A memorial and burial service was held at Sea Lawn Memorial Park, Hampstead, NC.
"I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race. I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4: 7-8. Rest in peace, Dad.
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Barbara Amend
Yesterday
Uncle Jerry... where do I begin, so many memories! My first memories is of our families getting together to celebrate some holidays or just visiting at each other's
homes when we were young kids. Our families going to Bertram's (sp?) Island amusement park. Uncle Jerry and my father jumping off our garage roof into our swimming pool! Then becoming adults and moving on with our lives, we lost touch over the years. When my dad moved to North Carolina he would come and visit and we would gather in the basement of my dad's house and Uncle Jerry would play his guitar and keyboard and we would all sing. Eventually he moved to North Carolina as well and we had many family gatherings at my house for the holidays and we would celebrate St Patrick's Day at his house. Roseanne was always a gracious host. I miss her deeply as well. I spent many hours with them at their home enjoying one another's company. It was very hard to see my uncle taken over by dementia. He most surely lived a wonderfully fulfilled life and touched many people. You will always be my heart Uncle Jerry. I love you
Diann Vivar
September 26, 2025
I´ll always hold that smile in my heart. God Bless.
Mike Ninteau
September 19, 2025
Jerry l will always cherish these moments forever . Thank you for your friendship it was a pleasure to know you.
Linda Perruso Scura
September 19, 2025
He was my Biology teacher in Orange NJ in 1965! He was a very nice teacher
Cindy Coutu
September 19, 2025
Our last picture God Bless
Cindy Coutu
September 19, 2025
Thank you !for all the beautiful memories that we shared.♥Rest in peace love always
Craig Peat
September 18, 2025
Jerry was a special friend. In addition to our years shared teaching at Sparta, I was privileged to share two memorable motorcycle trips through northern New York and Canada. I also sat in on his biochemistry to learn from a master teacher as a student and an educator. I also enjoyed assisting Jerry in putting a roof on my house. He approached his roofing skills as an artist. And he hosted a number of Octoberfest parties with Dave Karlberg and me. My condolences to Maureen, Jerry, Norman and their families.
Linda Mann Snyder
September 18, 2025
He was my biology teacher at OHS. I learned a lot and enjoyed his class. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
Anthony Benevento
September 18, 2025
He was my teacher at Orange High school. I enjoyed his classes very much.
Angela
September 18, 2025
He was a wonderful teacher. OHS.
Arthur E Fryer
September 17, 2025
Mr. Amend was my BS/CS Biology teacher at Orange High School. A wonderful, talented and funny teacher who knew how to get the best out of his students. He was a breath of fresh air and I am deeply saddened by his passing. My condolences.
Michelle Lozes
September 16, 2025
Grandpa Amend was always very kind and generous to my brothers and I. He would take me bike riding to nearby creeks, rope swing into them, introduce me to new healthy foods and listen to all types of music. I had no other grandfather in my life and every memory is a cherished one. May he rest in peace.
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