Gerald “Jerry” Shaulson
Dateline: Cranston
Shaulson, Gerald (Jerry), age 87, long-time resident of Cranston and Providence, died on January 20, 2018. Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Sheila Gerstenblatt Shaulson; his three sons, David Shaulson and his wife, Jacalyn, of Stamford, CT, Joseph Shaulson and his wife, Beth, of Stamford, CT and Sam Shaulson and his wife, Karen, of Briarcliff Manor, NY; his nine grandchildren, Ariel, Evan, Shaina, Becca, Eliana, Drew, Erica, Kaela and Brett Shaulson; and his two step-grandchildren, Misty and Lainey Sidell. He is predeceased by his parents, Rose and Samuel Shaulson, and eight siblings, Freda Mayberg, Dora Luff, Bertha Raphael, Joseph Shaulson, Philip Shaulson, Ruth Israeloff, Sessile Goren and Martha Kapnick. He was a longstanding member of Temple Emanu-El and Congregation Mishkon Tfiloh in Providence. Jerry was a fixture in Rhode Island’s jewelry industry both as owner/operator of Beacon Jewelry & Novelty Co. and as a successful manufacturer’s representative through his company Dynamic Concepts, Inc. He served as President of the MJSA and the Fashion Jewelry Association of America from 1983-1985 and was recognized over the course of his career for numerous contributions to the industry. Jerry was a graduate of Hope High School and Bryant College. He was very active in high school sports, with a varsity letter in track, and also played in local baseball and softball leagues. Jerry was an avid golfer, a longstanding member of Valley Country Club in Warwick and an eight-time club champion at Crestwood Country Club in Rehoboth, MA. Funeral services will be held Friday at 12:30pm at the Shalom Memorial Chapel, 1100 New London Avenue, Cranston. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the American Heart Association or to his grandson Drew’s charity Discover Your Hero, P.O. Box 294, Briarcliff Manor, New York, 10510. Shiva will be observed at 91 Hoffman Ave., Cranston, Saturday 7-9pm and Sunday 2-4pm.
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Sheila, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. After hearing your funny, loving stories over the years, it has always been obvious to me how close you two were and what a wonderful relationship you had. You are in my thoughts.
Love, Lisa
Thank you , Lisa, for the kind words, Sheila
Sheila. I’m am so sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Thank you, Ann !
Remembering Jerry today as joyous, generous and free. My life improved by knowing him.
Thank you John for the kind words !!
Sheila, so sorry to hear about Jerry. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Thanks Dottie !!
Sheila:
Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Thank you so much !!
Sheila, David,Joseph and Sam
We were sad to read about Jerry’s passing
He was a kind and gentle man who loved his family very much
We have many wonderful memories of Jerry
All of you are in our thoughts and prayers
Warren and Susette
Thank you so much for the very kind words, they really do help to bring comfort !!!
Sheila and Sons, Anne and I were certainly saddened by the new of Jerry’s passing. I remember well our first acquaintance as Camp Fuller parents and we both recall, much later, our brief stint as next door neighbors on Hoffman Avenue. I always enjoyed the lively and nostalgic conversations Jerry and I had in the driveway. Our sincere condolences go out to you all. Since we are in Florida at this time, we will not be able to pay our respects in person, but be assured that we will be thinking of you.
Thank you for the lovely words..They help to bring comfort at this sad time !!
Sheila and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your husband/father.
Thank you so much ,Dianne !!
Sheila & Family, I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Your stories have brought much joy and laughter over the years, I hope your memories bring you comfort as well. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Thanks,Michelle for the lovely words of comfort !!
Jerry, my wife, my son and I met you at Dunkin Donuts an i felt. that i had known you longer than the years we shared at Dunkin Donuts. There stories on your sons success in college and their careers was so enjoyable the days at Dunkin went by so fast. I will never forget your saying,’ It is not easy’. The most special stories were the ones when you were in Israel. I am hoping to see you again someday but until that day I am going to think happy thoughts about you each day.
Goodbye my friend and will search out for you when my time comes. We will miss you, George Chamberlain, Sr. Wife Vickie Chamberlain and our son George Chamberlain,Jr.
Thank you so much for the lovely words..I actually feel as if I know you..Jerry spoke of his friends at DD so often..He so enjoyed going there and spending time with his new friends !!!