Celebrating the life of
Gerald Dunn Page
November 18, 1931 - October 03, 2012
Gerald Dunn Page
Gerald "Jerry" Dunn Page, 80, died October 3, 2012 in Savannah, Georgia at Memorial Hospital. He was born November 18, 1931 to Kyle M. and Lois D. Page in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Jerry raised his family in Westport, Connecticut before retiring to The Landings on Skidaway Island in Savannah in 1995.
Jerry served in the U.S. Navy, completing Submarine School as a "dolphin" and was assigned to the U.S.S. Tang. He received the Good Conduct Medal for Service ending in 1954 and the National Service Defense Medal.
He was a graduate of the University of Minnesota where he obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration. Jerry had a corporate career with American Can Company and Simkin Industries. He was a lifelong avid golfer as a member of The Landings in Savannah, GA and The Patterson Club in Fairfield, CT. Jerry was a member of the Coastal Conservation Association and active in the Skidaway Island Chapter where he received the award of Volunteer or the Year in 2006.
Jerry is survived by his wife of 59 years, Sheila Page, of Savannah, GA; his brother George Marsha of Hatboro, PA; his daughters Pamela Page of Lakeland, FL, Patricia Page of Milford, CT and Phyllis Tom Maffuid of Old Saybrook, CT; grandchildren Nicole Page-Fort, Gabi Page-Fort, R.P. Lopez, Tim Maffuid, Ben Page-Fort, Alex Lopez, Samantha Maffuid and Zach Maffuid; great grandchildren Bobby & Zoe.
A Memorial Service will be held, Saturday, November 24, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at the United Methodist Church of Westport in Wesport, CT. The family suggests any remembrances be made in his memory to the Coastal Conservation Association, Skidaway Island Chapter, c/o Mr. Channing Smith, 16 Captain Crossing, Savannah, GA 31411, or a charity of your choice.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
Sheila, I'm so sorry for your loss. With deepest sympathy, Kim
- kim viadero, newtown, CT
Sheila - I am sending you my deepest sympathy. I think of you often and miss you. With love, Linda
- Linda SantaMaria, Trumbull, CT
Sheila, Pam, Tricia, and Phyllis, I'll always remember Uncle Gerry from our Florida Keys vacations. Those were such fun. I 'm so sorry Ashley's wedding is on the same day of the service. We would surely have attended. We will be thinking of all of you.
- Dawn McDowell, Rydal, PA
Sheila & Family, I looked forward every Thursday to golf with Jerry. He will be missed. I always made the day go well. Best to all. Jim & Barb ELeczko
- James Eleczko, Savannah, GA
Dearest All, I am so sorry for your loss. I know that Dad was up there to great Gery. Sheila, you and Mom have so many similarities with the age and years of marriage and loss. I hope that the two of you can get to spend some time with each other. You both would have such a wonderful time together and can understand each others loss. Phyllis, Pam and Pat. I am very sorry for your loss of a father. I know that I think of my Dad all the time and know he is looking out for me. Love to all of you. Sue
- Sue Conway Blankenship, Cody, WY
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories of our families' fun times together in Connecticut and Florida. You will all miss him. I'm sure my dad was one of the first to welcome him to heaven. Thoughts and prayers............ Jane and family
- jane grogan, Casper, WY
Dear Sheila and girls, My heart just ached when Diane send me the message about Jerry's passing. I know too well that you are hurting, and will continue to, but one day you will smile more than cry. Your friends and family will surround you with love and you will get through this. You are an incredibly strong woman. I have such good memories of the four of us playing golf and bridge. Before that of our families together for Christmas or Thanksgiving. 59 years is a long time togeter, Sheila, so you have many stories -- tell them over and over. Each story will help you celebrate Jerry's wonderful, memorable life! Call when you feel like it. My best love, Barbara
- Barbara Conway, Marana, AZ
Dear Sheila & Family, I was sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. My father, Mel Hurlbut, worked with Jerry at American Can Co. many years ago. My parents are deceased now, but I remember fondly the times shared with your family and the Kane's when we lived in CT.
- Sally Day, Tybee Island, GA
We both will greatly miss Gerry. He was agood friend and wonderful person.
- Diane and John Myers, Hilton Head Island, SC
Sheila & Family, I looked forward every Thursday to golf with my good friend and neighbor Jerry. He always had a good story or a good memory to share, in his good-natured way. He will be missed, but I bet that whenever I see a yellow golf ball, I'll think of Jerry, whose vision worked best with that color. Love and condolences from Gary and Layne Rabold
- Gary Rabold, , GA
Dear Sheila, We are very saddened to learn that your Jerry passed away. We remember the good times we all had at The Patterson Club, especially Roy and you on the tennis courts. It is unbelievable that this was more than 17 years ago. Jerry was a warm and friendly fellow and he was fun to be with. Joan and I send you our deepest sympathy. Sincerely, Roy Ervin
- Roy Ervin, Fairfield, CT
Miss you Daddy. May you rest in peace.
- Phyllis Page, Old Saybrook, CT
Miss you Grandpa, so thankful for our time we got to spend together this summer. I have countless memories and stories from you that I will cherish forever. May you rest in peace.
- Tim Maffuid, Old Saybrook, CT
We offer our deepest sympathy in your very sad loss.
- Ashby and Annie Moncure, Savannah, GA
I cannot begin to express the memories and great loss I feel into writing. All I can say is I love you gramps and you will always be missed.
- Zack, Old Saybrook, CT
Dear Sheila and family: Sorry to learn of Jerry's passing. He was always fun to be with and was a good mentor for me on all issues golf and club. I learned and enjoyed a lot with and from Jerry. His stories of Pine Valley are particularly memorable and I always think of him during my annual visit there. I have missed him and you over the last decade and wish you all the best in these difficult times.
- Peter Altieri, fairfield, CT
Sheila and girls - we very saddened to hear about Gerry's passing. He was a great guy and always a lot of fun to be around. We'll always his smile and friendly disposition. Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Sincerely Gail & Jim Quinn
- gail & jim quinn, savannah, GA
Sheila and girls - we very saddened to hear about Gerry's passing. He was a great guy and always a lot of fun to be around. We'll always miss his smile and friendly disposition. Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Sincerely Gail & Jim Quinn
- gail & jim quinn, savannah, GA
Sheila, I'm so sorry for your loss. With deepest sympathy, Kim
- kim viadero, newtown, CT
Sheila - I am sending you my deepest sympathy. I think of you often and miss you. With love, Linda
- Linda SantaMaria, Trumbull, CT
Sheila, Pam, Tricia, and Phyllis, I'll always remember Uncle Gerry from our Florida Keys vacations. Those were such fun. I 'm so sorry Ashley's wedding is on the same day of the service. We would surely have attended. We will be thinking of all of you.
- Dawn McDowell, Rydal, PA
Sheila & Family, I looked forward every Thursday to golf with Jerry. He will be missed. I always made the day go well. Best to all. Jim & Barb ELeczko
- James Eleczko, Savannah, GA
Dearest All, I am so sorry for your loss. I know that Dad was up there to great Gery. Sheila, you and Mom have so many similarities with the age and years of marriage and loss. I hope that the two of you can get to spend some time with each other. You both would have such a wonderful time together and can understand each others loss. Phyllis, Pam and Pat. I am very sorry for your loss of a father. I know that I think of my Dad all the time and know he is looking out for me. Love to all of you. Sue
- Sue Conway Blankenship, Cody, WY
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories of our families' fun times together in Connecticut and Florida. You will all miss him. I'm sure my dad was one of the first to welcome him to heaven. Thoughts and prayers............ Jane and family
- jane grogan, Casper, WY
Dear Sheila and girls, My heart just ached when Diane send me the message about Jerry's passing. I know too well that you are hurting, and will continue to, but one day you will smile more than cry. Your friends and family will surround you with love and you will get through this. You are an incredibly strong woman. I have such good memories of the four of us playing golf and bridge. Before that of our families together for Christmas or Thanksgiving. 59 years is a long time togeter, Sheila, so you have many stories -- tell them over and over. Each story will help you celebrate Jerry's wonderful, memorable life! Call when you feel like it. My best love, Barbara
- Barbara Conway, Marana, AZ
Dear Sheila & Family, I was sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. My father, Mel Hurlbut, worked with Jerry at American Can Co. many years ago. My parents are deceased now, but I remember fondly the times shared with your family and the Kane's when we lived in CT.
- Sally Day, Tybee Island, GA
We both will greatly miss Gerry. He was agood friend and wonderful person.
- Diane and John Myers, Hilton Head Island, SC
Sheila & Family, I looked forward every Thursday to golf with my good friend and neighbor Jerry. He always had a good story or a good memory to share, in his good-natured way. He will be missed, but I bet that whenever I see a yellow golf ball, I'll think of Jerry, whose vision worked best with that color. Love and condolences from Gary and Layne Rabold
- Gary Rabold, , GA
Dear Sheila, We are very saddened to learn that your Jerry passed away. We remember the good times we all had at The Patterson Club, especially Roy and you on the tennis courts. It is unbelievable that this was more than 17 years ago. Jerry was a warm and friendly fellow and he was fun to be with. Joan and I send you our deepest sympathy. Sincerely, Roy Ervin
- Roy Ervin, Fairfield, CT
Miss you Daddy. May you rest in peace.
- Phyllis Page, Old Saybrook, CT
Miss you Grandpa, so thankful for our time we got to spend together this summer. I have countless memories and stories from you that I will cherish forever. May you rest in peace.
- Tim Maffuid, Old Saybrook, CT
We offer our deepest sympathy in your very sad loss.
- Ashby and Annie Moncure, Savannah, GA
I cannot begin to express the memories and great loss I feel into writing. All I can say is I love you gramps and you will always be missed.
- Zack, Old Saybrook, CT
Dear Sheila and family: Sorry to learn of Jerry's passing. He was always fun to be with and was a good mentor for me on all issues golf and club. I learned and enjoyed a lot with and from Jerry. His stories of Pine Valley are particularly memorable and I always think of him during my annual visit there. I have missed him and you over the last decade and wish you all the best in these difficult times.
- Peter Altieri, fairfield, CT
Sheila and girls - we very saddened to hear about Gerry's passing. He was a great guy and always a lot of fun to be around. We'll always his smile and friendly disposition. Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Sincerely Gail & Jim Quinn
- gail & jim quinn, savannah, GA
Sheila and girls - we very saddened to hear about Gerry's passing. He was a great guy and always a lot of fun to be around. We'll always miss his smile and friendly disposition. Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Sincerely Gail & Jim Quinn
- gail & jim quinn, savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
