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1961
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2016
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Gennaro Mauro Obituary
Jerry, 55 years young, was born in New London, on Feb. 1, 1961, to Margaret and Ferdinand Mauro. He attended New London High School and went on to enjoy a 36 year career at Electric Boat General Dynamics in Groton. Jerry's most recent position was as construction manager on location at Norfolk, Va.
Jerry was a man who knew what he liked and enjoyed life. He was known to seek out good company and a good scotch. He relished the beach and taking time for a good tan. He adored his cat, Sped, taking her for long walks in the evening even when it was raining. Jerry was loyal to Wrangler jeans, always making good use of their durability. He savored the art of storytelling.
Jerry loved and valued his family; wife, Mary; daughter, Elizabeth and her wife, Julia; son, Jeremy, his partner, Danelle; and Jerry's granddaughter, Gabriella; brothers, Michael and Peter; sister, Gayle; Jerry's first wife, Joy; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Jerry leaves behind many dear friends.
Jerry is predeceased by his brother, Freddy, who will be waiting to show his little brother the ropes.
We will have a celebration of life to remember Jerry's accomplishments, retell his stories, and raise a glass from 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, at the American Legion in Montville. Everyone is welcome, please stop by.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Connecticut Humane Society in his memory.
Byles Memorial Home, 99 Huntington St., New London, is assisting with the arrangements.
Please visit www.Byles.com to sign the guest book or to share a memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gennaro Mauro
Sponsored by Byles Memorial Home - New London.
Margaret anderson
May 30, 2016
You were always the funny bone in the family. You were more like my brother than my uncle. God called you home too soon, but our time here is never guaranteed. Rest in peace uncle Jerry and may the Lord grant peace and comfort to our family.
Toula Buonocore
May 24, 2016
I remember Jerry from New London High. He was a really, really nice guy. Very genuine and would always take the time to talk to you. Great smile. I can still picture him in his band uniform or flying by on his motorcycle! He was just a really great guy. My condolences to his family. RIP Jerry.
Donnie Smith
May 23, 2016
Gerry,
You will be missed. I just found out today that you had graduated to the 'other side' at a meeting here at NNSY where I met you and developed a friendship. I was in shock and still cannot believe that you were gone. You were one of those gentle souls that was easy to be around, and you never got upset with me, even when I had to turn off your power for some reason or another. You just made sure that I was taken care of so that we could get the work done. That is a true team player and that is what I will take away from crossing paths with you. Fair winds and following seas!
Godspeed,
Donnie
Jen Webber
May 13, 2016
Mary,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I worked with Jerry when I started at EB. We laughed hysterically, and cried from the hysterics! Jerry was an honest, hard working, and genuine human being. His memory will live on forever!!
William Evans
May 11, 2016
May 11, 2016
I had the distinct pleasure of working with Gerry for several years at EB on the waterfront. He will be greatly missed. May God grant you peace.
Tony Batista
May 11, 2016
To the Mauro family, I am so very sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. Always enjoyed the many conversations I have had with him over the yearswhether it was about the boats we were working on or just life in general. I liked Jerry a lot. "Good people bring out the good in other people" This was true of Jerry and I feel very blessed to have known him if only from a work setting. He will be missed by a lot of folks here on the waterfront and in the Submarine Community. Rest in peace my brother. God Bless.
May 11, 2016
To the Mauro family, I would like to extend my condolences. I worked with Jerry about twenty years ago at E.B. Third shift was so much fun. We were the Shipfitter gang. I will miss my friend may he rest peacefully.
Patrice Glaspie
Cathy Hall
May 10, 2016
To the Mauro family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I just had the pleasure of working with Jerry in VA. He will be so missed by everyone there and a very hard act to follow. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Debbie Carling
May 10, 2016
Elizabeth & Jeremy, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a funny, happy guy who loved making people feel good and laugh. Know that he will be with you everyday in everything you do as he loved you dearly.
Joanna Black
May 10, 2016
Mary and Family,
Words can not express how sorry I am to hear of Jerry's passing. He was so full of life and laughter. He had the gift of story telling and making people laugh. I can't think of him without smiling. He will be missed by so many. May all your memories and all the ones his friends and co-workers have keep him alive in your hearts and help you through this difficult time.
Margaret anderson
May 10, 2016
Uncle Jerry, this world lost so much laughter when you passed. So many memories growing up. I'll miss your funny sense of humor and your generous heart. RIP and my deepest condolences to you Mary.
Zoie Bonefas
May 9, 2016
Hope he is safe and sound and happy but he would have wanted to say good bye
Zoie Bonefas
May 9, 2016
I am so very sorry for your loss and I will miss him so much as you will too
Bob Navin
May 9, 2016
There's so much that should be said at this time, but no words seem adequate. I am privileged to have known, worked and played with Jerry. A clever, hardworking, quiet guy who was always willing to help in any way he could. Jerry could find humor in the bleakest circumstances. A gentleman who enjoyed life and family. Another Shipbuilder lost.....
May 9, 2016
Kim Hoxsie
May 9, 2016
Dear Mary,
I am so sorry for your loss, and my prayers are with you and your family. When I think of you and Jerry I remember my first encounter with Jerry in the EB parking lot, when he "thought" I was you. I'm glad I met him and we all shared a few laughs. He will be missed.
Sheryl Weinberg/Quinn
May 9, 2016
Jerry will always hold a special place in my heart. I am so sorry he was lost to his family so early. I have so many funny memories of times my family and I spent with him...he was loved.
Adele Lavigne
May 9, 2016
Mary, so very sorry to hear of your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Worked with Jerry for many years and to me he'll always be remembered as "Brutus".
We will miss you always
Teresa & Mike Hamilton
May 9, 2016
Mary and the Mauro Family
My deepest condolences for your loss. Gerry was my mentor and my friend. He used to call me Cha Cha Topi Gigio, I will miss that. I cannot begin to tell you how heavy our hearts are. Gerry entertained us with his stories daily. It was an honor to be his friend, and there wasn't anything he wouldn't do for a friend. Mike and I were in home depot one Christmas shutdown arguing over measurements for a Soupy room we were going to build. Gerry happened to be in the other aisle, he came over and offered to help us. I said no this is your vacation time too and I'm sure Mary had her own "honey" to do list. Well he showed up with Mary and his truck full of tools and proceeded to build the room with Mike and Jimmy C's help, while Mary and I sat upstairs and played with my animals. He refused to take any monies and we finally talked him into joining us for lunch, then he tried to pick up the bill for lunch. We didn't let him but,That's just who Gerry was.
I'm sure he is up there keeping St Peter amused.
I will miss him dearly and I'm sure there are many other co-workers who share your loss for a wonderful person that is Gerry.
Tammy Smith
May 9, 2016
Mary, I was so sorry to hear the sad news of Jerry's passing. He was truly one-of-a-kind and will be greatly missed by us all. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Our trip to Boston
Teresa Hamilton
May 9, 2016
Keith Thompson
May 9, 2016
RIP my friend. You always knew how to make the best of any situation. God Bless you and all of those who had the chance to know what a great person you were.
Lourdes Ardel
May 8, 2016
Jerry will always have a special place in my heart. Growing up in New London it was great having friends like Jerry, but it wasn't until we got older that the true (and lasting value) of his friendship became apparent to me. On May 25, 1986, I sort of crashed (Sue and Mike invited me)a picnic at Jerry's house. It was at that picnic that Jerry played "Cupid" and introduced me to his co-worker and my future husband, Craig. Had it not been for him/Sue/Mike, we would not be celebrating our upcoming 30th Memorial Day together or have our girls Amanda and Stacy Knowing the whole Mauro family has truly been a blessing for us. We'll miss Jerry very much. Our thoughts are with all of you.
Mary Shaughnessy DeMaio
May 8, 2016
Dear, Mike and family, I am very sorry to hear of your brother's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Mary Shaughnessy DeMaio
Bob and Patty Buttermore
May 8, 2016
Mary and Family, So sorry to hear of Kerry's passing. He was a lot of fun to work with and we will miss him.
Nataliya & Rick LaCroix
May 8, 2016
Gerry, we had good memories in Bremerton, Washington during our SSGN days. Our condolences go out to the Mauro family. RIP, bro.
Nataliya & Rick LaCroix
May 8, 2016
Gerry, we had good memories in Bremerton, Washington during our SSGN days. Our sorrows go out to the Mauro family. RIP, bro.
Nataliya & Rick LaCroix
May 8, 2016
Gerry, we had good memories in Bremerton, Washington during our SSGN days. Our sorrows go out to the Mauro family. RIP, bro.
Eileen Monroe
May 8, 2016
Rip Jerry we grew up west coit st never forget your grandpas beautiful garden and your dog "Buffy" good times rip my childhood friend
Joe Ericson
May 8, 2016
My thoughts and prayers to the Mauro family. Jerry was an awesome friend we had some great times growing up. Jerry had a heart of gold and always had a smile on his face. He will be missed dearly. RIP Jerry
monica gibson
May 8, 2016
Mike and Sue,
My thoughts and prayers to you both and to Jerry's family for your loss. May the memories that all of you have carry you thru a very difficult time
Robin Nickerson
May 8, 2016
Dear Mary & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Jerry will be greatly missed by all who knew him. There will be a gap left for all of us, but especially by all of you, his family. May all the wonderful memories you all have of Jerry guide you thru your grief and bring you peace in your days ahead.
Jerry was a co-work, but I also had the privlage of being his friend. I will never forget the great stories and all the conversations about where we wanted to be when EB was in our past. I still can hear your words Jerry I can taste it, it's right there. Well my friend, I hope you are right there now, telling a good story with a good scotch in hand. I'll miss you JerryRIP
J Leca
May 8, 2016
May God grant you all His Peace at this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jerry made it easier and more fun to get things done at EB, and he will be long remembered.
Mark Ciliano
May 8, 2016
To the Mauro family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. RIP Jerry.
Dale Perona
May 6, 2016
Jerry was my best buddy when we were in our teens. All we did was laugh and have fun. I have nothing but fond memories of Jerry. My condolences.
Leo Pietila
May 6, 2016
To The Mauro Family,
Gerry made people laugh! I had many good times with Gerry in the SSGN and MTS programs at EB. Rest in peace my friend. We will miss You!
Paul Billing
May 6, 2016
to Mary and family,
Stunned and sorry to hear this sad news. My condolences and thoughts during this difficult time.
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