Jerry Garvey

William J. Garvey passed away February 25th surrounded by his loving family and the spirits of his friends. Jerry was born February 24, 1939 in East Saint Louis, Illinois to William J. and Mary Agnes Garvey. Jerry attended St. Louis University High School. He continued his studies achieving undergraduate and law degrees from St. Louis University. He retired in 2002 after a lifelong career in the shopping center development industry. He was most proud of his 30 year tenure with Simon Property Group, where he fostered many lifelong friendships. Jerry was a committed and loving man filled with passion for the arts, food and travel. In retirement, he proudly served 10 years on the board of the Indianapolis Opera. He is survived by his wife Jill, children: Elizabeth, Greg(Shannon), Tom(Allison), Catherine(Stephen) and 11 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sister Nancy. A Mass of Christian Burial for Jerry will be held Wednesday, March 3rd at 11:30 AM at St. Luke Catholic Church, 7575 Holliday Drive East, Indianapolis, Indiana 46260. Livestream can be viewed by going to Jerry's obituary page at www.LeppertMortuary.com In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jerry's memory may be made to Indianapolis Opera, 4011 N. Pennsylvania Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205, www.indyopera.org; and Second Helpings, 1121 Southeastern Ave., Indianapolis, Indiana 46202, www.secondhelpings.org. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.leppertmortuary.com for the Garvey family.