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Jerry Glaser Passing

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It is with great sadness that I must report the passing of Jerry Glaser, who died of a heart attack after falling down his back cement steps on Tuesday. Jerry was a pioneer in the woodturning field. He began turning seriously in the 1950s, and his work was exhibited at major shows in the 1960s, along side Sam Maloof and Bob Stocksdale. Being an engineer, he began making tools after having a conversation with Bob Stocksdale. Bob talked about what he wanted in a turning tool, and Jerry was able to produce the Stocksdale gouge in high speed steel. Though more like a hobby than a business, Jerry created a line of the highest quality woodturning tools, including gouges,skews, scrapers, and screw chuck. The family plans to hold a Memorial Service in the future, to be determined. Jerry was 93.

I am happy to forward messages to the family, and I will post details of the Memorial Service. Ron Goldman, editor@woodwest.com
 
A legend has left us...

I am sad for Jerry's Family and for the woodturning world. His son Jay told me that they had a great time during Christmas with his whole family and that he was still driving.

Last month Jerry told me that he enjoyed his walks and enjoyed puzzles. I had the privilege to share countless hours with Jerry who was not only an inspiration but a mentor.

We love you Jerry and we will miss you very much.
 
So sad, Jerry was a great metallurgist innovator. His discoveries will live on, and we so thank him for that. He did so much for us as woodturners.

What most don't know is how good of a woodturner he was and should go discover that.
 
Truly a sad day in the woodturning community and the world in general. There are few who make such an impact as he did in so many lives. A turner, an engineer, an innovator, a family man, and from what I understand just a really nice guy. Would that I could have met him. We owe him a huge debt for advancing woodturning tools to where they have come to today and a huge measure of sincere respect for his skills at the lathe. His legacy will live on in many turners hands as they work to bring life to a piece of spinning wood.

My deepest sympathies and sincere condolences to his family and friends.
 
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