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1942
DIED
2022
Gerald Caron Obituary
Jerry was raised in Salem, Mass., and lived in Connecticut for most of his life, residing for a short time in the suburbs of Washington D.C. He graduated, in 1963 from the Vesper George School of Art in Boston, Mass. In 1967, Jerry married Catherine (McMahon) Caron and had two children. Jerry worked for BBP international publishing firm in Waterford until 1976 when he decided to pursue a full-time career in fine art.
He studied privately with several nationally known artists at the Art Students League in New York. Mr. Caron was a member of the faculty of the Lyme College of Fine Art, Old Lyme, where he served as faculty adviser on the Board of Trustees, and as Dean of Students. In addition, Mr. Caron lectured and taught painting at numerous art organizations. Jerry went on to create and sell many works of art including "Pietas" which graced the cover of Yankee Magazine.
Jerry is survived by his daughter Amy Caron of Norwich and her children Lane and Quinn Perkins; son Jonathan Caron and wife Margaret Caron of Salem and their children Maximilian and Benjamin Caron.
Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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Memories and Condolences
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Uve
October 12, 2022
I will always treasure the little painting Jerry gave me when he lived in Del Ray. I loved hearing him and the Irish Breakfast Band practice in Tom's backyard, behind my fence. What a friendly and talented fellow. He is missed.
Liz Milner
September 20, 2022
Gerry was also a superb guitarist and had a folk group called the "Loblollies." He could play just about anything beautifully. He also showed us a house that he had decorated -- again he did superb design work with 3-D illusions and magnificent artistry. Truly a renaissance man! I will miss singing with him. Sending love to all who knew this remarkable man.
Susan
August 26, 2022
We had many good laughs together and shared love of folk music. He spoke fondly of his children and grandchildren often and was so proud of their individual talents and abilities, and how attractive they all are. May they cherish memories of his love for them and his humor.
JF
August 26, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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