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Gerald Tolman Obituary
Gerry was born on February 12, 1953 in Santa Monica, California and passed away unexpectedly in a car accident on the morning of December 31. He was 52 years old. Loving father of Jennifer and Jonathan. Devoted son of Tom and Marie Tolman. Treasured brother of Thomas (Colleen) Tolman, Timothy (Christy) Tolman, and Traci (Brian) Mars. Proud uncle of five nephews and four nieces; cherished nephew and loyal friend to many. Gerry graduated from Loyola High School in Los Angeles and later the University of Southern California with a BA degree in Communications. He was a veteran and versatile music business manager who worked with the legendary rock n roll group Crosby, Stills & Nash for over twenty years. Visitation, Tuesday, January 10, 2006, 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM and Funeral Mass, Wednesday, January 11, 2006, 10:00 AM both at St. Monica's Catholic Church, 725 California Ave., Santa Monica, CA. 90403. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made in Gerry's memory to International House of Blues Foundation Attn: Harout Dimijian Re: Gerry Tolman Memorial, 6255 Sunset Blvd., 18th Floor, Hollywood, CA 90028. Callanan Mortuary Directors (800) 901-0090 www.callananmortuaryservices. com
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Jeffrey Willmitt
March 8, 2024
I´ll never forget his kind soul. He produced an album (Altar Ego);for a band I managed named The Sharks
Dave Rao
January 25, 2006
My sympathy is offered to Gerry's family and friends. Unexpected loss is one of the hardest trials we have. Gerry was one of a kind. We worked closely for years back in the early eighties on the CSN album "Daylight Again". When the album was done, I took a copy down to Venice Beach to get the songs rated from the public. The winner was Gerry's "Too much love to hide"..hands down. He was one lovable guy.
Julie Tolman
January 14, 2006
Gerry was a perfect, loving, father, and a wonderful husband. He left a big hole in our world which is being filled with all your love. Thank you,
Julie
Jenn and Jon the day of the celebration of Gerry
January 14, 2006
Mary Ahern
January 12, 2006
What an amazing tribute to Gerry on Wednesday! Tim's eulogy for his life-long friend was as inspirational as it was heart-breaking. Gerry will be missed. Remember to carry him always in your heart.
Kathy Judge (Wheeler)
January 8, 2006
Dear Tollman Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear about Gerry's passing. I will always remember how sweet and sensitive he was. When I think of Gerry I think of all the good times we had with him in the Wheeler home. He always felt like another brother to me. With that big grin on his face and the way he would make you laugh. I only can think of how lucky everyone in heaven is to have him there with them but how sad for us. May God be with you during this time , but remember how much he was loved by all.
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