Obituary of Gerald Daniel Pietroforte

Our condolences on the passing of such a wonderful person. Our hearts are breaking for all of you on this incredibly sad time in your lives. Our thoughts and prayers are will you. Although we are not directly related, we are related through the marriage of Melissa and Rob. May his memory be a blessing. xoxo Geoff and Linda Pearlstein and the entire family

Devastated by this news. Gerry was just a great man. We worked together for 6 years from the day Lehman filed Ch 11 till 2014. We led the RE group for Lehman for the 1st year after the BK. That experience made us like “war buddies”. Not denigrating any veterans but we went thru a lot together during that year. We shared the cover of Crains magazine in an article discussing Lehman. Smart, kind, hard working and just a pleasure to be around. What a great role model for his sons. He will be greatly missed. God speed Gerry.

I first met Jerry on the Lehman assignment in 2008. The project was clearly unprecedented on so many levels, and Jerry had such a wonderful ability to see the big picture, think more deeply and help navigate through those early days. After Lehman, I very much enjoyed keeping in regular contact with Jerry not just on work issues, but also life in general, raising kids, New York living, etc. However, busy Jerry was you could always be assured he would give you his full attention and make you feel valued. I liked to pull his leg a little bit and see if I could get him to react. He was clearly very proud of his three boys but never in any way boastful of their achievements. I’ll miss you, Jerry; you’ve been taken from us far too early. David

An extra ordinary man with a beautiful soul to match……and a hugger like no other! He is already missed.

I got to know Jerry well this past year...he and I had some wonderful discussions about his faith, his battle with cancer, and his personal beliefs. A man of courage, faith, fortitude, and passion, I am so saddened to learn of his passing. He will be in our prayers at Mass this week. - Bro. Thomas

Our condolences to the Pietroforte family for a gentleman we never met, but felt we knew through his son Greg whose love for his Dad was absolute. We know your memories will keep his spirit alive within all of you. Warmly, The Jensen Family

I'm so sorry for your loss. Gerry’s legacy and memories will live on through you, and the boys. There is so many memories of Gerry when the boys were growing up. I am fortunate to have cross paths with Gerry and he would always hold a special place with my mother and I.

What a wonderful man. I feel blessed to have him part of the family and for him to include the Oberman clan with open arms. This is a real loss. May his memory be a blessing. Dena Oberman

Stunned and saddened to learn this news. Wish we could be with you for the service. We are planting trees. Love and deepest condolences to the whole Pietroforte family from Jeff, Jean, Elizabeth and Hanna Tulis.

My condolences to the family on the passing of Gerald Pietroforte. Having worked at the condominium where Gerry and his family reside, I had many chances to speak with him and get to know a little about him. He provided me with advice on cycling a few years back, which propelled me to purchase a speed bike and ride occasionally. He took a moment out of his day to educate me on the type of bike to get as a beginner and to set a goal for when I start riding. I’m saddened to have learned about his passing. He will truly be missed here at the building. My deepest sympathies on the loss of your loved one.