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JEROME "JERRY" VINCENT BROFFT

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SAVANNAH, GEORGIA - Jerome “Jerry” Vincent Brofft, 66, of Savannah, Georgia, husband of Mary Jo Naegele Brofft, died Friday morning, April 1, 2011, at Memorial University Medical Center.

Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, he was a son of the late Arthur Brofft and the late Rose Mette Brofft. Jerry was a communicant of St. James Catholic Church. He was a retired Executive Vice President for Purchasing for Consolidated Graphics. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Brofft.

Surviving are his wife of 44 years, Mary Jo Naegele Brofft of Savannah; one daughter, Jennifer Brofft Bailey and her husband, Michael, of Savannah, Georgia; two grandchildren, Evan Bailey and Maxwell Bailey, and two sisters, Margaret Brofft and Mary Jane Stenger and her husband, James, all of Cincinnati, Ohio.

Jerry was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and citizen.  He became an active member of the Kiwanis Club of Savannah, a club dedicated to serving children in his community. He was also admired for the strength and optimism he displayed in the face of adversity.  Jerry loved the new life he built in Savannah which involved spending time with his wife, enriching his grandson’s lives and playing golf as often as possible.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 o’clock Saturday morning at St. James Catholic Church conducted by Father Mark J. Ross. Interment will be in the Greenwich section of Bonaventure Cemetery.

Remembrances: Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Coastal Empire - 4710 Waters Avenue, Savannah, Georgia 31404.




Online Condolences (16)add
... : John and Maureen Rice
Mary Jo,

Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss.

John and Maureen
April 02, 2011
... : Jim & Kathy Bousman
Dear Mary Jo,
I had the privilege of working with Jerry while at Western (Golden). Please accept our condolences.

Jim & Kathy
April 02, 2011
... : Karen and Don Albrinck
Mary Jo and Jennifer,

So sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. You were together for so long it must be terribly difficult for you. Please accept our deepest sympathy. We will be keeping you in our prayers.

April 03, 2011
... : Tom Kubczak
Dear Mary Jo - Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences. Jerry was a great boss and friend and his his positive outlook, in the face of life's challenges, will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most..."

Tom & Candace Kubczak
Milwaukee, WI

April 03, 2011
... : Roger & Michele Brofft
Mary Jo & Jennifer,
I wish there was something I could say to ease your pain at this time. I was shocked when mom called to tell me. I speak for all the my family when I say you have our deepest sympathy and we wish we could have been there but our prayers have been with Jerry and will continue to be with him and with you!
Rog, Chele, Heather, Jay, Andrea & Grandma Ginger
April 04, 2011
... : Debbie Galonsky
Mary Jo,
Jerry was one in a million and was respected by everyone he touched. He was one of the good guys and will be deeply missed.
April 04, 2011
... : Linda Beck Jung
Mary Jo. Thoughts and prayers come your way from an old, old friend. You have my sympathy.
April 04, 2011
... : Melissa Booth and Pete Krull
Jenn, Mike, Mary Jo,

We are so sad to hear of Jerry's passing. Please accept our sincere condolences.

Melissa and Pete
April 06, 2011
... : Judy and Garth Turner
Aunt Mary Jo, Jen and Mike,

We are so sad to hear of Uncle Jerry's passing. He was a lovely, generous and dynamic person. We were blessed to have him in our lives.
Our prayers are with you all.

Garth and Judy
April 06, 2011
... : Chuck and Karen Kukla
Mary Jo, Jennifer and Family,

Please accept our deepest sympathy. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. Jerry was a great mentor and friend. I still remember the lunches we had when he still worked in Manahattan and I'd be out there for Toy Fair! Our thoughts are with you!

Chuck and Karen
April 06, 2011
... : Yun Kit Yuk
I have known Jerry for many years through KYCE. He was a wonderful man. We will all miss him. Deepest sympathy for his family.
April 06, 2011
... : YK Yuk
Mary Jo, Jennifer and Family

I'm sorry to hear about this and please accept my deepest sympathy.
April 06, 2011
... : Amy & Jason Brofft
Mary Jo,

Our hearts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Jason and I were so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. Jerry will always be fondly thought of in our family.

Jason, Amy, Ian and Avery Brofft
April 09, 2011
... : Jon M. Rybar
My condolences to you Mary Joe and Jennifer. I had the priviledge to work for Jerry at Western Publishing and will always remember his professionalism and positive outlook. May God be with you always.
April 15, 2011
... : James & Susan Vrana
Mary Jo,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jerry was a great leader for our purchasing group at Western/GBFE. His positive attitude instilled the same in all of us. He also became a friend as we spent more time together, especially on paper mill trips and on the golf course.
April 17, 2011
... : Renee Jankowski-Marek
I am so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. He was a wonderful boss. I will always remember what he taught me before he even hired me to work in the Purchasing Department at Western Publishing. During the last interview he asked me "Do you really want this job?". I was surprised and said "Yes, of course" and he proceeded to encourage me to always ask for what I want. I have thought of that lesson often over the years, and always followed his advice. I will be praying for you, Jerry's family, as I know he will be sorely missed.
God Bless,
Renee Marek
April 18, 2011
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