Condolence From: Angela Woosley
Condolence: Jerry helped more UMN students than he or I could count! He helped empower them, he was honest with them, and he held them to high standards, which showed them he believed in them. He was a true mentor and will be deeply missed.
Monday June 20, 2016
Condolence From: Maryann Malec
Condolence: I met Jerry when I was a little girl at my grandmas funeral and specifically remember how kind and gentle he was to my family. Then I got the pleasure of working with him at Kapala's and Washburn McReavy where he taught me the art of providing comfort to grieving families.
His infectious smile when he would drive around NE in his convertible was awesome. NE has truly lost an incredible funeral director.
My heart goes out to his family and especially the Burns family.
May God bless you and comfort you all.
Sunday June 19, 2016
Condolence From: Patty Hendrickson
Condolence: Have many fond memories of Jerry (and Mike) and the times spent on 13th ave. Loved his sense of humor! He was a true professional and an asset to his industry. He will be missed.
Friday June 17, 2016
Condolence From: Sue Nasinec
Condolence: Jerry was fun to work with at Kapala Glodek when I was a student. He would take time to explain the "why" and "how" of what we were doing, to the students. I heard many stories from Jerry about good service as well as what not to do in our profession. Jerry treated his families like they were his, and he served them so well. Deepest sympathy to his family, as well as Michael. He will be missed.
Friday June 17, 2016
Condolence From: Christopher Johnson
Condolence: To the family of Jerry - May the Lord draw near to you and be your comfort and strength as you mourn. Jerry was a kind soul and a gentleman. I had the pleasure of working with him at Washburn - McReavy Chapels in Minneapolis. Blessed be his memory. Sincerely - Christopher
Wednesday June 15, 2016
Condolence From: Camille Steffel
Condolence: Jerry was truly an inspiring, full of life, human being. It is an honor and a privilege to have had the chance to meet him, work with him, and learn from him. Thank you for everything, Jerry. You will be dearly missed and your memory is forever in my heart.
Wednesday June 15, 2016
Condolence From: Ali Kahlert
Condolence: I knew Jerry was a character the moment I met him, and he proved to be an incredibly insightful teacher too. I'm eternally grateful for everything I learned from him.
I'm grateful our paths could cross, even if it was only for a short time.
You're in my thoughts.
Tuesday June 14, 2016
Condolence From: Jane (Caturia) Mellas
Condolence: So sorry to hear of Jerry's death. I worked with Jerry years ago at Kapala-Glodak, as an apprentice. We talked about our love of "sweets"
He was a unique and fun individual.
My thoughts & prayers go out to his family.
Sincerely,
Jane Mellas
Tuesday June 14, 2016
Condolence From: Wally Gelecinskyj
Condolence:
May is memory be forever eternal.
Tuesday June 14, 2016
Condolence From: Jeffrey Thimell
Condolence: Jerry was very much a funeral director of great service and care. Also an excellent chef and host - a true friend to many! A steady hand at the helm; "Fair winds and following seas."
Monday June 13, 2016
