Comments on: Jerry Kaplan: Sticking to his Guns

By: Judith

Judith — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:58:28 +0000

Thanks, everyone, for your kind thoughts and memories of Jerry. It makes me proud of our little community.

By: Stephanie Staszak

Stephanie Staszak — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:43:15 +0000

I was lucky to be part of the first class and Jerry had the rare ability to transport the listener back to a different era and help you relive the joys of being a 7 year old boy. But just as important he provided great support to his fellow classmates.

By: LauraSue

LauraSue — Fri, 17 May 2013 04:15:37 +0000

Thank you for that beautiful eulogy of someone who I admired & respected so much. I loved his stories & his personality. His advice to me about my writing us something I think about every day. I will miss you, Jerry.

By: Tara Lazar

Tara Lazar — Fri, 17 May 2013 02:28:15 +0000

Very sad to learn of Jerry’s passing. I had enjoyed his stories at the holiday party in 2011 and even asked him if I could purchase a copy of his book (which he told me he had meant only for family). He had a joyous, humorous voice. What a great writer. RIP, Jerry.

By: Amy Cox-Martins

Amy Cox-Martins — Thu, 16 May 2013 16:08:18 +0000

Hi Judith, Thank you so much for posting this. I am saddened to hear of Jerry’s passing partly because he did seem like such a permanent figure in your writing groups. His stories were heartwarming. And yes, he wanted more an audience than constructive criticism. But his stories were perfect for their purpose, a reflection of a very interesting life. Rest in Peace Jerry. Amy Cox-Martins

By: Cathy Pagliuca

Cathy Pagliuca — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:52:21 +0000

Oh, Judith, I’m so sorry to hear the news, but this is a lovely tribute to a funny, smart man.