About This Memory Space
This page was created for Jerry Carter Edgerton's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor Jerry Carter Edgerton's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew Jerry Carter Edgerton. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
Jerry Carter Edgerton crafted a remarkable journey marked by intellectual curiosity, global adventures, and a passion for storytelling that connected people across continents and generations.
Born into a nurturing farm family in Marion, Jerry's early years unfolded amid the rhythms of rural life, fostering a sense of wonder and community. Active in church youth groups and 4-H projects, he honed values of service and exploration. His academic path at Marion High School led to Earlham College, where he immersed himself in history, graduating in 1963 ready to chronicle the world's unfolding events.
Launching into journalism, Jerry quickly made his mark with a frontline report on the tragic State Fair Coliseum explosion for the Associated Press. His career spanned dynamic roles across AP bureaus, enriched by a prestigious fellowship at the London School of Economics. From political beats in Washington, D.C., to senior writing at Money Magazine in New York, he shaped public understanding with incisive prose and worldly insight.
Family & Loved Ones
Central to Jerry's vibrant existence were the enduring ties he nurtured with kin and his devoted companion of 52 years, Lynn Langway, together embracing a globe-trotting spirit that turned ordinary trips into epic tales. His sisters, Jane Edgerton Reckford and her husband Thomas, along with Sara Edgerton, stood as cherished pillars in his life, while fond memories of parents JC and Mary underscored the roots that grounded his far-reaching pursuits.
Remembered by Friends & Family
Reflections from acquaintances capture Jerry as a masterful narrator whose sharp wit and far-flung experiences left an indelible mark, evoking admiration for his trailblazing path and warm camaraderie.
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