Gerald William Maravetz
May 19, 1929 ~ February 11, 2015
Passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 at his home in Vienna, Va. He is preceded by his sister Phyllis Casey; brothers, marvin and Gabriel Maravetz and his loving wife Marie.
Jerry, known to his grandchildren as "Bumps" is survived by his brother, Les (Kathy) Maravetz and sister, Eunice (Duane) Combs, his children, Glenn (Debbie) Maravetz and Jean (Bob) Johnson; his grandchildren, Molly, AnneMarie, Garrett, Emily and Grant and by companion Helen Zbornik, his "Pretty Lady".
Jerry was born May 19, 1929 on the family farm in Schley, Iowa. He joined the United States Navy in 1949 and retired after 21 years in uniform as a Master Chief (CTACM). After military retirement Jerry continued to serve our country as a civilian USN employee, completing his total of 46 years of service in 1994 as the Deputy Inspector General of the Naval Security Group. Jerry was active in his community, filling many roles at St. Mark Catholic Church as well as logging many volunteer hours at Frying Pan Park restoring old farm equipment, giving hay rides and educating children about family farm life.
The family will receive friends at St. Mark Catholic Church, 9970 Vale Rd., Vienna, Va on Saturday, February 21 from 10:00 AM until time of Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. Luncheon will follow in the Church's Monsignor Cassidy Activity Center. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Jerry's name to Friends of Frying Pan Farm Park, 2709 West Ox Rd., Herndon, Va 20171. Donations can be made online.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Jerry, known to his grandchildren as "Bumps" is survived by his brother, Les (Kathy) Maravetz and sister, Eunice (Duane) Combs, his children, Glenn (Debbie) Maravetz and Jean (Bob) Johnson; his grandchildren, Molly, AnneMarie, Garrett, Emily and Grant and by companion Helen Zbornik, his "Pretty Lady".
Jerry was born May 19, 1929 on the family farm in Schley, Iowa. He joined the United States Navy in 1949 and retired after 21 years in uniform as a Master Chief (CTACM). After military retirement Jerry continued to serve our country as a civilian USN employee, completing his total of 46 years of service in 1994 as the Deputy Inspector General of the Naval Security Group. Jerry was active in his community, filling many roles at St. Mark Catholic Church as well as logging many volunteer hours at Frying Pan Park restoring old farm equipment, giving hay rides and educating children about family farm life.
The family will receive friends at St. Mark Catholic Church, 9970 Vale Rd., Vienna, Va on Saturday, February 21 from 10:00 AM until time of Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. Luncheon will follow in the Church's Monsignor Cassidy Activity Center. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Jerry's name to Friends of Frying Pan Farm Park, 2709 West Ox Rd., Herndon, Va 20171. Donations can be made online.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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In lieu of flowers, the family is suggesting donations honoring Jerry Maravetz, be made to Frying Pan Farm Park. My Dad volunteered on this Farm for many years. During his time there he completed numerous restoration projects and also spent a great deal of time teaching visitors about life on the farm. Dad was a natural and loved keeping the idea(s) of family farm life alive. If you would like to mail a donation, you can: – Make checks out to Frying Pan Farm Park – Write In memorial of Jerry Maravetz in the memo line – Mail to: Friends of Frying Pan Farm Park 2709 West Ox Road Herndon, VA 20171 If they would like to donate online, you can: – visit http://www.fryingpanpark.org/join/donate – Either select a donation amount or chose other to write in an amount – Scroll down to the If you have a special purpose for your donation section and fill in the In honor of box with “Jerry Maravetz. – Select donate now to submit
Loss of a wonderful friend. We enjoyed his company and his humor. We only knew him for a short time, but enjoyed the few times we were together.
Our condolences to all the family on Jerry’s death. He and Marie were two of our favorite people in the St. Mark’s community. Jerry always had a wonderful smile when we saw him.
My sympathys to the family and Helen. I did not know Jerry that long, but I know he was a very kind and loving person, and will be missed dearly by those who loved him. Prayers and support are being sent to all who knew Jerry.
Dear Glenn and Debbie, Jean and Bob and grandchildren: I am so sad to hear of Jerry’s passing. He and Marie were so very kind to me and made sure my visits to DC were meaningful and memorable. I am so grateful to Jerry for his summer visits to Iowa and the stories he shared with me of his life in the military and growing up as a farm kid in Elma. I am thankful that I had the privilege to get to know Jerry so well and I know he will be missed by his family. His generosity, kind spirit, and devotion to his family are legacies he has left you and will be forever treasured. My sincere sympathy to all of you. Your cousin, Jane Blazek
I am saden to hear of Mr. Maravetz’s passing. I worked with him at Naval Security Group Headquarters on Nebraska Ave for several years. He was a kind, polite man. He often gave me rides to the metro station at Tenely Town as it was almost a mile from where we worked. I will always remember him.
I worked with Mr. Maravetz at Naval Security Group Headquarters, Nebraska Ave. Wash, DC. He was always kind and polite. He often gave me rides to the metro station at Tenly Town as it was about a mile walk from where we worked. He was a very thoughtful man whom I will always remember.
It was great to know Jerry, especially from 2005 onward at the Maravetz and Zbornik Family Reunions. Jerry always kept our families in mind. Please accept our sympathies. Tiena and my brother, Tom, Zbornik
Jerry and I had common roots in Iowa. He was a very fine neighbor and we will miss him. He was such a stoic man
Gerry, a mentor and shipmate to every member of the crew and a dear friend to me. Very sorry to learn of his passing. Clyde
Gerry was a mentor and a comedian. He always knew how to make people smile and laugh. His humor was impeccable and he was always very kind.
Much heartfelt sympathy to all of Jerry’s Family and Friends. He was an infinitely wonderful shipmate for many years. A true soul of kindness.