Celebrating the life of
Cornelius Jerome Dulohery, Jr.
April 07, 1938 - September 11, 2010
Tybee Island, GA - Cornelius Jerome Dulohery, Jr., "Jerry," passed away at home on Saturday, September 11. 2010 after a long illness. Born on April 7, 1938 in Savannah, Georgia, he was the son of Cornelius and Mary Clare Dulohery. He was a graduate of Sacred Heart Catholic School, Benedictine Military Academy and Clemson University with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. He was a member of St. James Catholic Church and Sacred Heart Catholic Church before moving to Tybee Island 15 years ago when he joined St. Michael's Catholic Church.
In 1970, he co-founded Dulohery and Weeks, Inc., a consulting engineering firm which included offices in both Savannah and Charleston, SC. He was a past Director of the American Council of Engineering Companies, GA and served on the State Construction Industry Licensing Board, Division of Electrical Contractors.
He was an unpretentious man and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He served on the Board of the Savannah Chapter of Habitat for Humanity, St. James School Board and St. James Parish Council. He also volunteered for Inner City Night Shelter and Marriage Encounter, and helped to start Hope House of Savannah. He was a member of the Hibernian Society, the Nature Conservancy, and The Tybee Island Republican Club.
He loved the beauty of nature and enjoyed traveling. He greatly appreciated Tybee and its' gracious people. He was exceptionally uncomplaining during the six years of his illness, living each day to the fullest. He was deeply grateful for the unwavering loyalty and support of his friends.
He cherished his family who remained by his side throughout his illness. He is survived by his devoted wife of 47 years, Margaret Stegin Dulohery; his son Neil Dulohery of San Francisco, CA; his daughter Beth Dulohery of Augusta, GA; and his daughter Ann, her husband Timothy Morin, and his three beloved grandchildren, Hannah Burnsed and Timmy and Kevin Morin of Savannah, GA. He is also survived by his sisters; Clare Frew, Lucy Behr and Phine Dye, all of Savannah, as well as many nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Mass will be held at St. James Catholic Church on Saturday, September 18, 2010 at 1:00 pm. A visitation and reception will follow immediately in the church parish center. All are invited.
Burial will be private.
Special thanks go to the outstanding staff of Hospice Savannah and to Pat Curtis and John O'Neal who kindly and professionally cared for him in the last months of his life.
Remembrances: In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416 or to Hope House of Savannah, P.O. Box 22552, Savannah, GA 31403.
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Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
Our deepest sympathy to the family. I hold many wonderful memories of Jerry and his lovely family.I know he will be missed by many. Our love and prayers to all,
- Margaret & Paul Standard, Fernandina Beach, FL
Margaret & family, There are not enough words to say how much Jerry meant to me. I loved him like my own dad. He was so kind and caring. Margaret, Neil, Beth and Ann thank you for letting me be a part of your family, I love you all!!
- Bob and Sharon Elness and Family, Attica, IN
Jerry helped train and guide me in my growth as an engineer. He always had a kind word and was a class act. Jerry will be missed. Sheri and I send our love and condolences. Philip and Sheri Neidlinger Sarah and Jordan
- Philip and Sheri Neidlinger, Richmond Hill, GA
Ann and family, I was so sorry to hear of your father's passing. My mother passed the day after he did, at Hospice, and I can't believe I never saw you there during the weeks prior, as I was there every day. My heart aches for you, as I truly do know exactly what you are going through right now. My love and prayers to you and your family. Jenny
- Jenny Fitsemons, Savannah, GA
We all have loved Jerry. 'Unpretentious' is a perfect description of your wonderful father and husband. To me, he was the epitome of a gentleman. God bless all of you. This is such a sad time for us but assuredly a bright future in heaven for Jerry.
- mary jo adams, savannah, GA
We have known few men who had the kindness of Jerry Dulohery. His life was a gift to many, many people. It saddens us to think of a world without Jerry. May God's peace be with Margaret and all of the family. With our prayers,
- Helen O'Brien and Tom Gagnon, Clarkesville, GA
Jerry was just a fantastic boss and a great guy. I'll miss Him...
- Bennie Bacon, PE, CIPE, San Francisco, CA
I worked with Jerry as a co-worker for approximately three years, and later, as an employee, for ten years. He was a great person, co-worker, and employer. He will be greatly missed........ I know he is in the company of God now.
- F. Gerald Jerry Long, Pooler, GA
Deepest smypathy to your family from our family, thanks for the memories.
- MR. & MRS HUE A. SAVANICH, SAVANNAH, GA
To the the family of Mr. Dulohery – May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow. Mr. Dulohery was a very special person to me and I will miss him and I know that he will be missed by many. Peggy Grady, PharmD. Island Pharmacy
- PEGGY GRADY, PharmD, Savannah, GA
My prayers and thoughts go out to Margaret and all his family. Jerry will be remembered in masses and may his soul rest in peace
- beverly, jacksonville, FL
I just want to say that Jerry smiled and made me smile all the time he was sick. Still fun and always family first and ya'll come at the holidays. I have had nothing but good thoughts and a few laughs about him and his family since his death. He will be celebrated. LOVE
- Roddy Ledlie, Bloomingdale, GA
Aunt Margaret & Family, On Saturday, our family lost one of the finest men that I have ever known. Uncle Jerry spent most of his life serving God and others but was so humble about everything that he did for people. During these last six years, he showed such amazing strength and faith. I am so saddened by his death but glad that his struggle is over. He was a fun-loving and gracious man. His laughter and smile will forever be in my heart. My prayers are with all of our family during this time of sorrow. Love, Eileen
- Eileen Glover, Savannah, GA
With deepest sympathy..........
- JeanMartinMillard, Marietta, GA
Thinking of you
- Bob & Charlene Grissom, Tybee Island, GA
Dear Margaret and family: Our love and prayers are with you at this sad time. God bless you all. Carol and Mike
- Mike and Carol Kilpatrick, savannah, GA
Jerry was a very special person who will be missed by his family and friends, of which he had many.
- Craig & Kathy Shoemaker, Savannah, GA
Ann and family, Jennie and I will continue to keep your family in our prayers. Having been through this so recently myself, I understand your pain and how much you miss your Dad. If there is anything I can do please let me know. Our love to you all. God bless you.
- Nancy Lawson, Savannah, GA
Dear Margaret and family, I send you my love and deepest sympathy on the passing of your loved one, Jerry. Your family was always an inspirtion to anyone who met you. May you find comfort in your belief that he now rests in the loving arms of our heavenly Father and is free of pain. May you find comfort in each other and your numerous friends. God bless you all, Anne
- Anne Antol, Savannah, GA
Dear Margaret and Family, A true gentleman has passed.Jerry faced his illness with the same grace,dignity and attitude as he did in his personal and business life.We will miss him,but we know he is now pain free and in the arms of our heavenly Father.Please know you are in our prayers.
- Judy and Tom Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Our hearts are saddened by the loss of Jerry. He had the most amazing spirit. Everytime we saw him or spoke to him he made us smile. Now that he is gone his memory will continue to make us smile.
- Steve and Ginger Strickland, Tybee Island, GA
Jerry was the nicest person you could meet. Always had a positive attitude. He will surely be missed by all.
- Polly Toole, Tybee Island, GA
Jerry,One of my best and dearest childhood friends,starting at the old Sacred Heart School to our graduation at Benedictine.
- Sue and Chris Rudolph, Winter Park, FL
Deepest condolences to the family.
- Barbara H. McCoy, Savannah, GA
Our deepest sympathy to the family. I hold many wonderful memories of Jerry and his lovely family.I know he will be missed by many. Our love and prayers to all,
- Margaret & Paul Standard, Fernandina Beach, FL
Margaret & family, There are not enough words to say how much Jerry meant to me. I loved him like my own dad. He was so kind and caring. Margaret, Neil, Beth and Ann thank you for letting me be a part of your family, I love you all!!
- Bob and Sharon Elness and Family, Attica, IN
Jerry helped train and guide me in my growth as an engineer. He always had a kind word and was a class act. Jerry will be missed. Sheri and I send our love and condolences. Philip and Sheri Neidlinger Sarah and Jordan
- Philip and Sheri Neidlinger, Richmond Hill, GA
Ann and family, I was so sorry to hear of your father's passing. My mother passed the day after he did, at Hospice, and I can't believe I never saw you there during the weeks prior, as I was there every day. My heart aches for you, as I truly do know exactly what you are going through right now. My love and prayers to you and your family. Jenny
- Jenny Fitsemons, Savannah, GA
We all have loved Jerry. 'Unpretentious' is a perfect description of your wonderful father and husband. To me, he was the epitome of a gentleman. God bless all of you. This is such a sad time for us but assuredly a bright future in heaven for Jerry.
- mary jo adams, savannah, GA
We have known few men who had the kindness of Jerry Dulohery. His life was a gift to many, many people. It saddens us to think of a world without Jerry. May God's peace be with Margaret and all of the family. With our prayers,
- Helen O'Brien and Tom Gagnon, Clarkesville, GA
Jerry was just a fantastic boss and a great guy. I'll miss Him...
- Bennie Bacon, PE, CIPE, San Francisco, CA
I worked with Jerry as a co-worker for approximately three years, and later, as an employee, for ten years. He was a great person, co-worker, and employer. He will be greatly missed........ I know he is in the company of God now.
- F. Gerald Jerry Long, Pooler, GA
Deepest smypathy to your family from our family, thanks for the memories.
- MR. & MRS HUE A. SAVANICH, SAVANNAH, GA
To the the family of Mr. Dulohery – May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow. Mr. Dulohery was a very special person to me and I will miss him and I know that he will be missed by many. Peggy Grady, PharmD. Island Pharmacy
- PEGGY GRADY, PharmD, Savannah, GA
My prayers and thoughts go out to Margaret and all his family. Jerry will be remembered in masses and may his soul rest in peace
- beverly, jacksonville, FL
I just want to say that Jerry smiled and made me smile all the time he was sick. Still fun and always family first and ya'll come at the holidays. I have had nothing but good thoughts and a few laughs about him and his family since his death. He will be celebrated. LOVE
- Roddy Ledlie, Bloomingdale, GA
Aunt Margaret & Family, On Saturday, our family lost one of the finest men that I have ever known. Uncle Jerry spent most of his life serving God and others but was so humble about everything that he did for people. During these last six years, he showed such amazing strength and faith. I am so saddened by his death but glad that his struggle is over. He was a fun-loving and gracious man. His laughter and smile will forever be in my heart. My prayers are with all of our family during this time of sorrow. Love, Eileen
- Eileen Glover, Savannah, GA
With deepest sympathy..........
- JeanMartinMillard, Marietta, GA
Thinking of you
- Bob & Charlene Grissom, Tybee Island, GA
Dear Margaret and family: Our love and prayers are with you at this sad time. God bless you all. Carol and Mike
- Mike and Carol Kilpatrick, savannah, GA
Jerry was a very special person who will be missed by his family and friends, of which he had many.
- Craig & Kathy Shoemaker, Savannah, GA
Ann and family, Jennie and I will continue to keep your family in our prayers. Having been through this so recently myself, I understand your pain and how much you miss your Dad. If there is anything I can do please let me know. Our love to you all. God bless you.
- Nancy Lawson, Savannah, GA
Dear Margaret and family, I send you my love and deepest sympathy on the passing of your loved one, Jerry. Your family was always an inspirtion to anyone who met you. May you find comfort in your belief that he now rests in the loving arms of our heavenly Father and is free of pain. May you find comfort in each other and your numerous friends. God bless you all, Anne
- Anne Antol, Savannah, GA
Dear Margaret and Family, A true gentleman has passed.Jerry faced his illness with the same grace,dignity and attitude as he did in his personal and business life.We will miss him,but we know he is now pain free and in the arms of our heavenly Father.Please know you are in our prayers.
- Judy and Tom Mahoney, Savannah, GA
Our hearts are saddened by the loss of Jerry. He had the most amazing spirit. Everytime we saw him or spoke to him he made us smile. Now that he is gone his memory will continue to make us smile.
- Steve and Ginger Strickland, Tybee Island, GA
Jerry was the nicest person you could meet. Always had a positive attitude. He will surely be missed by all.
- Polly Toole, Tybee Island, GA
Jerry,One of my best and dearest childhood friends,starting at the old Sacred Heart School to our graduation at Benedictine.
- Sue and Chris Rudolph, Winter Park, FL
Deepest condolences to the family.
- Barbara H. McCoy, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
