Gerald Popek

September 22, 1946 - July 20, 2008


A MESSAGE FROM JERRY FOR ALL OF US TO THINK ABOUT


Life is not easy. The joke we had that life is not for weenies, we meant it. From my terribly insecure days as a young teenager, to the struggles mom and I had during our early marriage, to the depths of depression when Locus was about to fail, and then of course, this awful disease. I, we, made a great life of it anyway. I succeeded professionally through the help of so many wonderful colleagues, our family succeeded, we made wonderful friends, and now have lots of good intended times to reflect on. So all and all, a pretty good deal, I think. Surround yourself with good people, work hard, and enjoy life. I will miss not sharing it with you.

Excerpt from Jerry on Father's Day to his children

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Last modified on: September 23, 2008