Jerry,
You were a light to the world.  I remember you coming into our home and tuning our piano by ear.  You played the most beautiful songs when you were done.  Your spirit and talent touched me.  You were and are one of the kindest people I have met during my lifetime.  My only sadness is that my little girl will never get to meet you.  May your precious gifts live on through your family.  May God bless them.

~ Jennifer

Jerry
       Was my friend and mentor the times I spent in his shop working on pianos his willingness to teach me was priceless just as his sprit will always be .His kind ways taught me much.
He will always be a part of my life
Blessing to his family

What a nice man!  We too had him as our piano tuner as a kid, ... and up to just a few years ago.  Probably a good 40 years !  We also enjoyed his 'concerts'.  Too bad I could never make the piano sound as good as he did!  He will be missed.

Dearest Jackie and Family,

I am so sorry for the loss of Jerry yet so happy he is now free of all illness.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love,  Kim











We send our condolences to Jerry's family. He loved them very much. A talent was lost, but his memory remains.

Godspeed to a kind, wonderful, talented man.  Thank you for bringing music to my life.

Jerry was our piano tuner during my son's 10 years of lessons.  Wow, he sure could play! We always looked forward to our concert at the end of the tuning session.  I remember he told my son that he should never quit playing because the girls always love a guy who can play the piano!  He told some wonderful stories about his family.  He was so proud of his grandchildren. It was a pleasure to know him.  deepest sympathy, Rick, Patty, and Paul Dalsky

Jerry was my mentor before I knew he would be my mentor.  As our family tuner/technician, I always knew when Jerry was at our house.  He didn't have to physically be there for me to know his presence as his work made my music making more of a joy.  My family especially enjoyed his services and company, especially my grandmother.  Jerry was one of the main influences in my decision to become a piano technician and for that I have always and will always be grateful.  As much as sharing his technical skills, Jerry shared his quiet sense of humor, ethics, and joy in a job well done.  My condolences to his family.  Jerry's work may be done but his influence remains.

Jerry was my piano tuner since I got my first piano at age seven.  I always enjoyed his yearly visits and loved to listen to him play at the end of the tunings. What a talent. RIP Jerry! A kind and caring man!
Robin Schumacher

I miss you so much Dad! A part of my soul is gone. The tears wont stop rolling down my face. I just want to touch and hug you and never let go. Two days before you passed I had talked to you on the phone and it took everything for you to say 4 words to me. "Patti, I love you." Your voice was so weak but I heard you and so did Mom. Mom was holding her cell phone up to your ear. You knew who I was. You never forgot me. Dad, I love you so much and I miss you. 
Your loving daughter,
Patti

Miss your kind and gentle ways Jerry, may you rest in Peace.
Lindie

I was blessed with the priviledge to meet and spend time with your dad. He touched my heart with his smiles and his music on the piano. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God be with you through this time of sorrow. RIP Jerry.

RIP and glad that your dad had lived till 90 years old.  my deepest condolences to you and all your loved one.

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Jerome Edward Held

July 29, 1922 – September 17, 2012

Green Acres Mortuary & Cemetery

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