Albert "Jerry" Franklin Cameron

Albert “Jerry” Franklin Cameron III passed on May 3, 2011 at Kobacker House after a long, determined, and valiant battle with cancer. He was born on May 19, 1949 to Al and Edna (Raether) Cameron in Columbus, Ohio. A lifelong “Golden Bear,” he graduated from UAHS in 1967. He earned a BS in Education from OSU in 1971, where he was a member of Delta Tau Delta fraternity. He ran track and played football for the Buckeyes. Throughout high school and college, he played guitar and sang with the New Folk Singers with four talented friends. In 1969, the group toured Vietnam and Thailand with the USO shows, entertaining the troops. After graduating from OSU, he worked as a teacher and coach of football and wrestling at Hastings Middle School in UA, where he shaped the lives of many students. He continued his passion for coaching with his children’s various teams. His enthusiasm and gift for making others feel special contributed to his success in business. He was an avid golfer, sports aficionado, and loved listening to Geoff’s jazz group, Luxury-Brown. Jerry served on the Delta Tau Delta House Corporation, was past president of the UA Civic Association, and worked on the ASID women’s shelter projects, lending his talents with a saw and hammer. His voice was known throughout the community, as he volunteered as an auctioneer and emcee for many charities over the years. Many referred to him as “Mr. Microphone”. His favorite gig was the “star attraction” at the annual UACA Christmas Village. He will be remembered for his joy for life, exuberance, and never-ending positivity and optimism. He is preceded in death by his father and mother; and father-in-law, Kenneth Grace. He is survived by his standard poodle, Sassy; his loving wife, Debbie; children, Todd (Tina) Cameron of Delaware, Ohio, Allen (Suzon) Cameron of Washington, DC, Geoff Cameron of Upper Arlington, and Sarah (Chris) Henderson of Columbus. He is also survived by grandchildren, Charlie and Flannery Cameron and Carolina Grace Henderson; brother, Tom (Norma) of Upper Arlington; sister, Vicki Bailey of Ft. Lauderdale, Fl.; mother-in-law, Bette Grace of Columbus; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He will be missed by many beloved friends. Family will receive friends on Monday, May 9, 2011 from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm at Schoedinger Northwest Chapel, 1740 Zollinger Road, Columbus, Ohio 43221. Funeral services will be on Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at 11 am at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 1899 McCoy Road, Columbus, Ohio 43220, Father Michael Watson, Celebrant. Private family interment will take place at a later date at Green Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Jerry’s name to The Sarcoma Research Fund (310715) at the Ohio State University, Office of Development, 6600 Ackerman Road, P.O. Box 183112, Columbus, Ohio 43218 (https://www.giveto.osu.edu/igive/onlinegiving/search_results.aspx?fundnum=310715) or the Octagon Wildlife Sanctuary, 41669 Horseshoe Road, Punta Gorda, FL 33982. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to send condolences and share memories.