In Loving Memory of Jerome W. Lorde, Sr.
The hearts of many are heavy as family, friends, colleagues, and loved ones mourn the loss of Jerome W. Lorde, Sr., a remarkable man whose kindness, leadership, and compassion left an indelible impact on everyone blessed to know him. His passing has left a void that cannot be filled, yet his legacy of service, integrity, and love continues to shine through the countless lives he touched.
Jerome built a distinguished professional career marked by dedication, excellence, and a profound commitment to supporting the well-being of others. He served as Senior Client Engagement Manager at Cigna, National Account Manager at Cigna Healthcare, and previously as a Senior Account Manager at Express Scripts Pharmacy Benefits Service. In every role he held, Jerome demonstrated not only a deep knowledge of his field but also a genuine care for the people he served and worked alongside. His colleagues remember him not just as a trusted professional, but as a mentor, a collaborator, and a friend who led with both wisdom and heart.
His commitment to helping others was also reflected in his academic journey. Jerome earned his Master’s Degree in Human Services from Albertus Magnus College, a field that perfectly aligned with his passion for supporting individuals, strengthening communities, and uplifting those in need. He was a proud graduate of Bullard-Havens Technical High School, where he first began building the foundation of discipline, work ethic, and perseverance that would guide his life.
Jerome’s accomplishments in his professional and academic life were admirable, but the most meaningful role he ever held was that of father, family man, and friend. He loved deeply and gave selflessly. He was a source of wisdom, patience, and quiet strength. To his family, he was a pillar—someone you could depend on, someone who listened, someone who cared. His joy came from seeing the people he loved succeed, grow, and find happiness.
Those who knew Jerome describe him as a man of dignity, humility, and unwavering character. He carried himself with grace, spoke with purpose, and valued meaningful connections. He believed in treating others with respect and kindness, no matter who they were or where they came from. His presence brought comfort. His conversation brought clarity. His laughter brought warmth.
Jerome leaves behind a legacy defined not only by his professional achievements, but by the love he shared, the encouragement he gave, and the lives he enriched. His impact extends far beyond his accomplishments—it lives in the hearts of every person who learned from him, leaned on him, and loved him.
To know Jerome was to know compassion.
To love him was to be loved genuinely.
And to lose him is to feel a profound sorrow—
but also to hold onto a lasting light.
As we honor his memory, we remember a man who gave more than he took, who listened more than he spoke, and who lived his life with purpose, grace, and unwavering strength.
Rest peacefully, Jerome W. Lorde, Sr.
Your life was a blessing.
Your memory a treasure.
You are loved beyond words, and missed beyond measure.
