Jerome A. Near Obituary
Jerome A. Near (Anchorage, Alaska) passed away on August 2, 2026. Jerome, born on April 12, 1936, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Jerome A. Near to show support.
Jerome will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Jerome will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Jerome’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Ray Near and Clara Near; his wife Etta; his children, Brad and Leslie; and his friend Wynn Kearney.
