Gerald Evan Grodsky, a resident of Farmington, Michigan, died on December 16th, 2019 at the age of 50. Funeral services arranged by The Dorfman Chapel.

Location of Service:

Congregation for Humanistic Judaism- 28611 West 12 Mile Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48334

Date of Service:

Friday December 20th, 2019

Time of Service:

12:00 PM  

Interment at:

Beth El Memorial, 28120 6 Mile Rd, Livonia, MI

Officiant:

Rabbi Jeffrey Falick  

Shiva Information:

The family will be sitting through Saturday afternoon at the residence: 21466 Chestnut Ln. Farmington MI 48336 Phone: (248) 476-6467.

Shiva Hours: Friday- from 5:00PM until 9:00PM
Saturday- from 1:00PM until 5:00PM

In addition, friends are welcome at the Birmingham Temple on Friday beginning at 10:00AM to greet the family.  
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Charitable contributions:

The Birmingham Temple
28611 W. 12 Mile Rd.
Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334
Phone: (248) 477-1410

or to the Society for Humanistic Judaism
28611 W. 12 Mile Rd.
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
PHONE (248) 478-7610

or to the The American Heart Association
27777 Franklin Rd. Suite 1150
Southfield, MI 48034
Phone: (248) 827-4214 or 1-800-242-8721  

Family Members:

Jerry was an exceptional, welcoming, and loving man. He graduated from Ferndale High School in 1987 and completed a Bachelor of Science in mathematics at the University of Michigan in 1992. On June 13th, 1993 he married his high school sweetheart Jennifer Lyn Bryant with whom he enjoyed 26 years of marriage. Together they had two daughters, Rachel and Rebecca. Jerry was an outstanding father to them; he absolutely cherished his daughters and wife as well as the time he spent with them.He was a research analyst at Blue Cross Blue Shield/Blue Care Network, where he built many strong relationships both personal and professional. He was a member of The Birmingham Temple where he taught Sunday school and Hebrew and annually blew the shofar for the high holidays. A trumpet player since his childhood, Jerry was a lover of music and a past member of the University of Michigan marching band. He extended his love of music to his daughters by supporting their participation in band, orchestra, and marching band. He spent many years as a volunteer, sharing his unending dedication with the Farmington High School Music programs. Beloved by many neighbors, Jerry was highly involved in his community.He enjoyed sports, including attending University of Michigan football games, playing tennis, and staying active through neighborhood bike rides and walks. Jerry loved spending time with his family on the shores of Lake Huron in Forester, Michigan.He was preceded in death by his loving grandparents, Abraham and Ruth Grodsky, and Louis and Sylvia Katz. Although he was young, fit, and active Jerry passed away as a result of a massive heart attack, having experienced no symptoms or complications leading up to the event. His death shocks and saddens all who loved and knew him.Jerry passeddown a legacy of kindness and warmth that is pervasive throughout the community. In honor of this legacy, we ask those who knew him to practice the genuine kindness and sincerity Jerry always exhibited. His light, hope, and strength are in us, and in you.

Gerald was the beloved husband of Jennifer Grodsky. Dear father of Rachel Grodsky and Rebecca Grodsky. Loving son of Elliott and Anita Grodsky. Devoted brother of Larry (Lisa) Grodsky. Dearest son-in-law of Tom and Marsha Bryant. Brother-in-law of Kim (Dale) Richmond. Adoring uncle of Luca and Gabriella Grodsky, Elizabeth and Emily Richmond. Nephew of Terry (Lori) Katz and Marilyn (the late David) Schechter. Also survived by many other loving family members and a world of devoted friends.  

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