Birth date: Jun 2, 1947 Death date: Jan 7, 2025
Dr. Jerry Silver, 77, of Bay Village, Ohio, passed away on January 7, 2025. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on June 2, 1947, to the late Yossie and Rose Silver, Jerry lived a life full of passion and purpose. He was the beloved husband o Read Obituary
I rotated through Jerry Silver's lab many, many years ago, but I still remember like it was yesterday. Jerry was always kind, thoughtful, and straightforward. He was supportive of his students, regardless of the direction their lives took. I know he will be missed by his family and friends and that he will be fondly and lovingly remembered.
I am a first cousin of Jerry and we played together a great deal as children as we were almost exactly the same age. I remember listening to the many records he collected up in his 2nd floor house. I think of Jerry and smile because he was so sweet and funny. We talked about what he was working on as we became adults, and I was so amazed at his commitment to finding a path of mobility for persons with spinal
Cord injuries. Jerry knew that I was very interested in his work as I have always worked in the field of disabilities. I recently saw the film about Christopher Reeves and immediately thought of my committed cousin and how he had met and been congratulated by Christopher Reeves. I saw Jerry last summer when my sister and I visited my Aunt Miriam on Mother’s Day. He was with his dear wife and so, so sad about her dealing with a serious form of dementia. He was her main caretaker and she was the love of his life. I will truly miss seeing and learning more about my cousin’s accomplishments and his life!!
Dan and the Silver family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Jerry was such a bright spot in my life. He was a great mentor, and continued to be supportive long after I graduated. His quotes and anecdotes will continue to amuse me. I pray that the love of family and friends comforts you in this time of sadness. His memory and contributions to science will live on.
