In Memoriam: Jerry Neugarten

Jerry Neugarten passed away peacefully at home on Monday. His wife Betsy was at his side. 

In lieu of flowers, those who wish can make a donation in Jerry's honor to the US Chess Federation: https://new.uschess.org/give. As you know, he had a long-term passion for teaching chess to kids. 

You may have seen Jerry's obituary here and a condensed version in the Chicago Tribune.

 

A virtual (Zoom) event has been planned to celebrate Jerry’s life and share stories, for anyone who would like to participate.

Date: Sunday, October 16th, 2022

Time: 5pm-7pm EST (4pm-6pm Chicago time)

Zoom link: https://cornell.zoom.us/j/94564937111?pwd=b2dZUnQ5c21FUnlGd2hDcUVZQkdGdz09

Join by phone: ‪(US) +1 470-250-9358‬

Passcode: 631920

Please RSVP to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The family will record the Zoom and share a link to the recording. ***Update: Here's a link to the recording, for those who weren't able to participate: https://youtu.be/S5YCzpVd2Ak?t=45 

As part of his legacy, Jerry's family is collecting stories and photos of his life. If you have an amusing story or a photo you’d like to share, they would be honored to collect and re-share these memories. Funny stories are especially welcome, as Jerry loved to laugh. A few short stories will be selected to be read aloud during the celebration of Jerry's life.

This shared photo album lets you see some favorites or add your own: https://photos.app.goo.gl/2PJ1iStcL1zmwBqs7

Stories can be added to this Google document:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/138NEPTMazLrieaM1uNOT96b5xguzdUqDDF1pXrRl2Xc/edit?usp=sharing