Passed away peacefully at home at the age of 58 on May 3, 2010. Predeceased by his father, Walter; brother, Walter; stepfather, Walter Hartman and father-in-law, Robert Elliott. Jerry is survived by his loving soulmate of 30 years, Marg Elliott, his pride and joy; son, Jason (Cathy) and his mother, Sophie Hartman. After graduating from Victoria High School in 1969, Jerry ventured to the big city of Toronto, Ontario, where he became the youngest manager of Dominion Stores. He spent 20 years in Ontario where he met the love of his life Marg. Jerry and Marg returned to Victoria in 1989 to raise their one and only son, Jason. He made many friends and lasting impressions, where ever he went throughout his life. He will be remembered by many young employees as a mentor. The family would like to thank Ken Davies, our rock; Stan and all the staff at Thrifty Foods; Bob and staff at Canadian Western Bank; Jerry’s best bud, John; Berta and the girls whom he adored. Thank you to all his friends and staff at the Great Canadian Casino. Jerry enjoyed his time playing cards with all of you! He will be dearly missed by all the family and friends in Ontario. Special thanks to the Palliative/Hospice Team for their kind care and support.
Visitation will be held at McCall Bros. on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Funeral Service will be celebrated at MCCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson & Vancouver Streets, on Thursday, May 6, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. with a reception to follow in the McCall’s Family Centre. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
“We will miss our best friend and greatest dad ever!”
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Gaby & Don Dobbie
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Norm & Jill Davis Hi joan it’s norm can you send our love to Margaret and family only heard about jerry the other day,saw ann last week wasn’t to bad she has good days bad days hope to see you soon love jill & normie
2 hours ago via Email reply
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Shannon & Mike Baker Dear Marg, we are so saddened to hear Jerry has passed. We just got back from Vegas last night and deeply regret that we didn’t get to attend the service to honour Jerry. Please accept our deepeset sympathy. Love to you and all of the family. We will still look for Jerry every time we walk into to casino. Perhaps he will now become one of the poker “gods” we are always praying too!
We will miss Jerry Rico Sauve!
Love Mike & Shannon
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Lou and George Denison Dear Marg and Jason
(Remembering Jerry)
Our thoughts are with you both at this time.
With love Lou and George
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Charlie & Judy Davis and Family Dear Margaret and Jason, We are terribly saddened to hear of the passing of Gerry. He fought a courageous battle with a very loving family standing by his side. We are thinking of you all at this very sad time. Time is a great healer and you will be left with your wonderful memories of life together.
Thinking of you at this very sad time
Love Charlie, Judy & Family
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Dave Twinn Dear Marg and family,
I am so sorry I missed the service but I found out too late so please accept my appology and my sincere condolences.
I am a friend of Jerry’s from the Casino. I really enjoyed playing poker with Jerry. We had many days winning and loosing and lots of fun and laughs. I will miss him greatly at the poker table.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Sincerely, Dave Twinn
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Heather Hannan Dear Maggie, my thoughts are with you and Jason, and I know that you are being watched out for and will find the comfort that will help you at this time.
Love
Heather
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Eileen Schaub Dear Marj and family,
Know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. In memory of Jerry, as a group, we have made a contribution to the Cancer Society.
Your friends at Vancouver DPC & CAP;
Azi, Dorothy, Huguette, Eileen, Catherine, Mary, Clara, Gloria, Nishat and Angela
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Paul Hannan Maggie, I was so saddened to get the news of Jerry’s passing. I trust that you are surrounded by friends and family, and wish you strength at this time.
Love Paul
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Kent DeWolfe Jerry I am glad you are at peace now. The fight is over and it is time to rest.
I had the pleasure of working with Jerry for two years when he was my manager at Quadra/McKenzie Thrifty Foods. Right from the first day that I met him you knew that he would support his staff. I grew as a person and also as an employee while working with Jerry. He supported me in my endeavour to improve and advance in the company, if it wasn’t for his guidance and helping hand I would not be in the position I am today.
You will be missed by myself, my family and the many people you touched while working at Thrifty Foods. Rest well my friend we will see you again.
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Mrs Edith Griffin Margaret & Jason,
Our thoughts and deepest sympathy are with you both at this time.
Love Auntie Edie, Uncle George & Family
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Sara I will miss you Jerry.. It’s not everyday you get to work with The Brazillian Tom Cruise :o) You had it all my friend! My heart goes out to your family today…. Love Sarafina
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Doug Hannan Maggie, please know you are in my thoughts today.
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Gladys Hannan Dear Margaret & Jason,
my thoughts and prayers are with you both. I know what you are
going through. It has been a tough time . God bless you.
love Aunt Gladys/
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Michelle Pagnotta Jerry, you were a truly unique person… what i will remember most about you is your sense of humour. I feel such gratitude that you were a part of my life. Thank you for everything you did for me. i love you and i miss you.
Michelle
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Ali My time spent with Jerry was short as we had only met a couple of times but just getting a chance to talk to him was a pleasure. He was the nicest and well mannered man I could ever meet. He will always be remebered in our hearts.
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Heather McPherson Jerry, you were an amazing fighter!! I’m glad you are finally at peace.
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Ericka and Blake MacKenzie Marg, Jason, Sophie and Cathy
Our support and thoughts are with you at this time. Jerry was one of a kind, a true lover of life. We will always remember his smile and kindness. He will live on in all of you.
Ericka and Blake
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Joan Elliott God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around you and whispered “come to me.” With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.
May the Memories of Jer keep him in our hearts always. Thinking of you guys…love you
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Laina Adams Marg,
I am sorry for your loss of such a wonderful person. When they say the good die young, they mean Jerry. In the short visit I had in B.C. he made an impression on me of kindness, good sense of humour, a good husband and father. I only wish I could be there for comfort to you. If you ever need a hand with anything please don’t hesitate to let me know.
My thoughts are with you.
Take care and remember the hurt will fade but it will never leave.
Laina
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Catherine Richardson Marg, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your son.
Catherine
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Angela Jerry, I’m going to miss your dry sense of humour, telling me you sound just like Elvis or Jeff Healy when you sing (although you never proved it)! I hope you’ve found peace now and the pain is gone. Think of you often. Paige still plays with the doll you gave me over 20 years ago! XOXOXO
Angela
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Michelle Elliott I will miss you Jerry…you were an amazing uncle. I am so happy I got to see you in January, you were still your funny and goofy self. That is something nothing or no one could ever take away from you.
You will always be in my heart and my memories…Love you
Michelle
Dear Margaret, we have thought of you and Jerry often over the past two years. Whenever we remember Susan we will surely think of Jerry too. Take care of yourself.
Sincerely,
Don and Gaby