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Gerald

(Alan)

McNamara

Obituary

Gerald Alan McNamara died on Tuesday, June 5, 2012, at home in Farmington, CT. In addition to Ronnie, his beloved wife of 47 years, and his adored daughter, Annie, Jerry is survived by loving cousins (from both his family and his wife’s), friends too numerous to count, many from his early school days in Hartford, and all those special people to whom he was and always will be Uncle Jerry. Jerry was born in Hartford, CT, the son of Florence Rudin McNamara and Henry McNamara. A ’58 graduate of Weaver High, he received his BA from Trinity College in ’62. He did his military service in the CT National Guard Infantry as a grunt, radioman and sharpshooter. Jerry was in the first class of management trainees at Heublein, becoming the youngest divisional VP in Heublein’s International Division. He traveled the world for Smirnoff Vodka and Kentucky Fried Chicken, including a three-year stint in London with his wife and daughter. After 20 years at Heublein, Jerry joined forces with three young but experienced brothers in the real estate business, focusing on condo conversions, acquisitions and management of multi-unit apartment complexes in southern New England. He was instrumental in taking the company portfolio public via the American Stock Exchange Emerging Markets as a Real Estate Investment Trust. As the portfolio grew, the Grove REIT attracted the attention of the NY Stock Exchange company Equity Residential, which purchased Grove 12 years ago. Following retirement from Grove, Jerry kept his finger in the real estate industry as a board member of Titan Capital, a private mortgage lender based in Westport, CT. He also returned to this alma mater, Trinity, as part of their wonderful alumni audit program and often said he learned more in his auditing years than as an undergraduate. To be able to go back to one of the places he loved so many years ago was a real treat. He was his 35th Reunion head and was on the committee for his 50th this month. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, June 8, 2012 in the Sanctuary of Congregation Beth Israel, 701 Farmington Ave., West Hartford, CT with Rabbi Michael Pincus officiating. Interment will follow in Beth Israel Cemetery, Jackson St. Ext., Avon, CT. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Farmington Library, 6 Monteith Drive, Farmington, CT 06032, or Hebrew Health Care, 1 Abrahms Blvd., West Hartford, CT 06117, or a charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements are entrusted to Weinstein Mortuary, Hartford. For further information, directions, or to sign the guest book, please visit online at www.weinsteinmortuary.com/funerals.cfm.

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From: Nancy Walters

From New York, New York, Ny

Posted On: June 7, 2012

Jerry lit up my life in the years that we were close friends. I
can still see his smile and hear his laughter.
I know how close your family is, and how he must of lit up
both of your lives.
My heart is with you, Ronnie and Annie.

From: Thomas D Chrosniak and Marian

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: June 7, 2012

I remember my time at Heublein when I knew Gerry both professionally. He was just the best as was Ronnie. We are saddened by his passing. Our deepest sympathy to Ronnie and their daughter

From: DAVID AND BARBARA KLINE

From WASHINGTON, DC

Posted On: June 11, 2012

ON BEHALF OF MY SISTER BARBARA AND MYSELF I WISH TO EXPRESS MY

DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE PASSING OF YOUR DEAR HUSBAND AND

FATHER. I KNEW GERRY ALL MY LIFE AND HE WAS ALWAYS A

GENTLEMAN AND A KIND AND REALLY GOOD MAN. I WAS HONORED TO

HAVE KNOWN HIM AND WILL MISS HIM WHEN THE COUSINS HAVE ANY

GET TOGETHER

RONNIE, I KNOW YOU DO NOT REMEMBER ,BUT I WAS AT YOUR GRAND

WEDDING AND DRANK TOO MUCH LIQUOR(WHICH WAS MY WAY THEN) AND

MADE A FOOL OF MYSELF, .... BUT HAD THE MOST FUN IN MY LIFE AT

ANY SUCH AFFAIR.

GERRY WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY PRAYERS FOR BEING SUCH A SUPER

MAN AND COUSIN

From: Janet Boisvert

From West Hartford, CT

Posted On: June 8, 2012

Ronnie and family, I am sorry for you loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

From: Sandra luck man rotman

From Boynton beach, Fl

Posted On: June 7, 2012

with deep sympathy upon your great loss. he was a sweet and wonderful member of our class of 1958 and will be dearly missed. Sandy and Joel Rotman

From: Jeannine Belisle

From Bloomfield, CT

Posted On: June 6, 2012

Remembering Jerry from Weaver High School.
Jeannine Belisle, former Weaver teacher.
My sympathy to the family.

From: David R. Bamberger III

From Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Posted On: June 6, 2012

So sorry to hear of your loss. I personally was priivledged to share his friendship and also have him as a client. Please accept my sincere condolences. He will be missed by all.

From: Patricia Parker

From Simsbury, Ct

Posted On: June 6, 2012

Hi Ronnie, I am sorry for your loss. I hope you are well. You are in my prayers and thoughts . This is from me and my daddy Ted.

From: Frank and Jill Navarro

From Mystic, CT

Posted On: June 7, 2012

Dear Ronnie,

We were sorry to hear the sad news. Like so many others who were drawn to Jerry by his charm, courage, and warmth, we are deeply grieved by his death. Please accept our sympathy on your sad loss, and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,
Frank and Jill Navarro

From: Lucy and Jim Comly

From Niskayuna, NY

Posted On: June 6, 2012

Ronnie and Annie: Our deepest sympathy to you on the loss of such a loving, smart, funny and generous husband and father - and our friend over many years of vacations and celebrations. Our thoughts and love are with you.
Lucy and Jim

From: Jerry

From San Antonio, TX

Posted On: June 6, 2012

Michele and I send our heartfelt condolences to the McNamara family. Jerry and I first met in 7th grade at Jones Junior High and remained friends all the way through Weaver High School and beyond. May he rest in peace.

Jerry Leverant, Weaver "58

From: Liz & adolf Jochnick

From cambridge, ma

Posted On: June 6, 2012

An always interesting, friendly and generous person, Gerry's company was a pleasure we looked forward to with great anticipation. We were never disappointed. He will be much missed by us and undoubtedly by numerous other persons.
Liz and Adolf

From: Ferne Ware Ridley

From Glendale, AZ

Posted On: June 6, 2012

Ronnie & Annie:
Please accept my condolences. Gerry was definitely one the "good" guys in my remembrances of the days at WHS. Although we didn't meet until Weaver (I'm a Brackett/Northeast Jr. High person), I felt like we had been classmates all our lives. He was always open, friendly and helpful.
He will be missed.

From: Michele Hull

From South Windsor, CT

Posted On: June 6, 2012

Ronnie and Anne - I was so sad to hear about Gerry. We had a lot of good times together at Grove. He was a very special person and I will always remember the good times we had - and there were many! He adored you both and I know you will miss him terribly. Plesae accept my sincere condolences and know he made a lasting impression in many people's lives.
Michele Hull

From: Peggy Shapiro

From Bloomfield, CT

Posted On: June 6, 2012

Dear Ronnie and Annie,

We were so saddened by your great loss. We hope you find some consolation in wonderful memories and in knowing others are thinking of you at this difficult time. Gerry will be missed by so many in this community. Sincerely, Peggy and Ruben.

From: Barnett Lipkind

From Los Angeles, CA

Posted On: June 5, 2012

So sorry to lose you on the eve of our 50th Trinity reunion that I'm sure you were looking forward to attending. Our paths crossed many years ago at Jones Junior High and more recently at our 50th Weaver reunion. Rest in peace. My condolences to your family. Barnett Lipkind

From: Lorrie Sigal Stein

From Mt Pleasant, SC

Posted On: June 6, 2012

We extend our condolences by internet as we are out of state. Gerry was a great guy & will be missed.
Lorrie

From: Fay Merkin Clymer

From East Lyme, CT

Posted On: June 5, 2012

Dear Ronnie and Ann...please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of a truly great guy.Jerry and I were true 'northend kids' .We attended Northwest-Jones and Weaver together.Since both of our surnames started with M we were in homeroom all the way thru high school.His loss diminishes us all...may he rest-in- peace now..joining those he loved who passed before him. G-d bless you ...shalom...Fay Merkin Clymer and my family

From: Anthony DeVito

From Collinsville, CT. 06022

Posted On: June 5, 2012

Gerry and I were in many classes together at Weaver. I have many fond memories of him from the days in high school, and also some brief contacts in the Ct. National Guard. May he rest in peace. Anthony DeVito Weaver High 1958.

From: Carol D’Esopo Saal

From Palo Alto, CA

Posted On: June 5, 2012

Dear Ronnie: Although we didn't see each other very much over these many years, I have wonderful memories of Jerry as the "odd man out" - a Jew by the name of McNamara. As his close high school friends, we knew that it was difficult for him and for his Mom and Dad. But, as we now know, they were just a bit ahead of their time.
Ronnie, please know that I hold a warm place in my heart for Jerry and am so sorry for his passing. May his memory be for a blessing.
Stay strong.
Carol

From: Richard D. Fein

From North Brunswick, NJ

Posted On: June 5, 2012

To Gerry's Family:
As a fellow graduate of Weaver High school (1958),I remember Gerry well. We'll halways have a great memory of him in heaven.
You should be proud of him. Regards.

From: Arlene Neiditz

From West Hartford, Ct

Posted On: June 5, 2012

Dear Ronnie,
I am so saddened, as is Dan, by the news of Jerry's death. Even though our paths have not crossed in years I have often thought of the boy I knew when we were both so young and the wonderful and accomplished person he became.
We extend our deepest condolences to you, your daughter and all your dear ones. May Jerry rest in peace and may you find comfort in beautiful memories of your life together.
Arlene Missan Neiditz

From: KAY NELSON

From HARTFORD, CT

Posted On: June 8, 2012

Ronnie and Annie my sweets; Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear. am deeply sadden by Jerry's passing. Jerry was a great man I felt like I have known him all my life, he stole my heart and I don't mine. I am very honored to have been a part of this journey with Jerry and you guys! Be strong and y'all will always be in my heart.

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