Jerome 'Jerry' Newmark, z”l, passed away Jan. 8, 2021 after courageously battling the effects of a cancer diagnosis 41 years ago. Jerry is survived by his loving wife, Barbara; his children, Adam and Chelsea (Gilbert Coronado); grandchildren, Silas, Mateo, Anna, Erin and Brennan; his devoted mother, Jeanne; and siblings, Richard (Lizz), Miles (Barbara Gilbert), Janice and Phyllis.

Jerry was born Sept. 25, 1956, to Jeanne and Herbert Newmark. Jerry attended Bridlemile Elementary School and Wilson High School. He graduated from the University of Oregon with a degree in business and real estate in 1978. After college Jerry worked as a manager for Benjamin Franklin Savings and Loan and then at 3M. Jerry was a lifelong member of Congregation Beth Israel.

Jerry met the love of his life Barbara (Goffe) their sophomore year at U of O, and they married in 1981. They were together for 46 years.

Some of Jerry's passions included playing soccer for the University of Oregon, cycling, running, being a member of Mount Hood Ski Patrol, volunteering for the Sunshine Division and coaching soccer for the Special Olympics.

Barbara and her family wish to thank the nurses and doctors at OHSU Knight Cancer Clinic. Also, thank you to Trilogy Home Care, and his caregiver Haley Vandervort, who showed Jerry compassionate and devoted care every day.

A private burial service was held Monday, Jan. 11, 2021, at Beth Israel Cemetery.

 In remembrance of Jerry, donations may be made to OHSU Knight Cancer Institute, Jewish Family & Child Service or the Mt. Hood Ski Patrol.