10, 2018 surrounded by his loving family. Born March 21,1934, Jerry was the son of William R.
Lovely and Marie Ryan Lovely of Glens Falls, NY.
Jerry enlisted in the Navy after graduating from High School and was a veteran of the Korean
War. He served under Admiral Arleigh Burke, Commander Destroyer Forces Atlantic Fleet. He
was graduated Salutatorian from Bryant College, Providence, RI, in 1959 with a degree in
Business Administration. During his career, Jerry was a Business Executive at HH Brown Shoe
Company and was the Founder and President of several other enterprises.
Jerry had no greater joy than his family. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father and
grandfather. He had a quick wit, a hearty laugh and an infectious smile. He enjoyed traveling the
world with his wife, but when at home in Greenwich or the Caribbean was a generous host to
his many friends and family.
Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Catherine Lovely; four children, Scott (Tanya) Lovely of
Greenwich, Gregory of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Gayle (Bradley) Johnson of Richmond, VA, and
Christopher (Barbara) Lovely of Greenwich; a brother, John (Carol) Lovely of Newport, CA;
seven grandchildren, Michael Lovely, Alexandra Johnson, Caitlyn Lovely, Parker Johnson,
Spencer Lovely, Hayden Johnson and William Lovely; and nine nieces and nephews.
Jerry was predeceased by his parents; his brother William R. Lovely, Jr; and two nieces.
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 17, 2018 from 5-8 pm and on Saturday, August 18, 2018
from 10-11:30 am with a service at 11:30 at Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home, 31 Arch
Street, Greenwich, CT. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St Jude
Children’s Research Hospital.
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