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Jerome M. Adler

August 11, 1920 - July 16, 2018

Jerome M. Adler, of Saint Paul, MN, formerly of Los Angeles, passed away on July 16, near the end of his 97th year. Jerry was born in Brooklyn NY, was a decorated Captain in the US Army Air Corps, piloting a P-38 on strafing, escort, patrol missions in North Africa and Panama, and serving as a flight and gunnery instructor. He was married to Ruth for 63 years, and was a devoted caregiver to her in her final years. He graduated from USC and was a dedicated and respected educator in Los Angeles his entire career, as teacher, administrator, and community leader. He played tennis into his late 70s, then took up bowling until age 94, and organized and played Bridge and Word until his final month. Above all he was a family man, lovingly caring for his parents and siblings, and of course his children and grandchildren. He is the last of his generation. He will be deeply missed by his children Richard, Howard (Susan), Nancy, and Esther (Rob); grandchildren Josh, Jamil (Lindsay), Sarah, and Rose, step grandchildren Miriam, Danny, and Ari; his nieces and nephews, as well as by his devoted caregiver Brita, and special friends Judi and Todd. Jerry was respected and loved everywhere he went, was always cheerful, grateful, generous, and humble to a fault. Funeral service 12 NOON, WEDNESDAY, July 18th at MOUNT ZION TEMPLE,1300 Summit Ave., St. Paul. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the donor’s favorite organization. SHIVA will be observed at the family’s home.

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Jerome M. Adler, of Saint Paul, MN, formerly of Los Angeles, passed away on July 16, near the end of his 97th year. Jerry was born in Brooklyn NY, was a decorated Captain in the US Army Air Corps, piloting a P-38 on strafing, escort, patrol... View Obituary & Service Information

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