Jerry attended San Lorenzo his freshman year only. He then transfered to Tennyson High School in
Hayward, California where he graduated in 1965. Jerry will always be remembered as a SLZ "Rebel".
Tennyson High School has a very moving memorial page which includes tributes to the 10 Tennyson alumni
killed in Vietnam. Please take some time and visit
their site.
Jerry joined the Marine Corps and served in the 1st Marine Division in Vietnam. He was killed on July 7,
1967. He was 20 years old. His name is located at Panel 23E Line 028 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall.
For those who like a printable version of a virtual rubbing of Jerry's name,
click here. Thank you to
Chapter 172, Vietnam Veterans of America, Cumberland, MD for providing this service.