Hamlin, NY: December 3, 2023, at age 48. Jerome is predeceased by his father Jesse Whitson and Mother Elizabeth Whitson. He is survived by his former wife and confidant of many years Natasha Geska, Son Preston J. Whitson, Tamra Taylor, Grandchildren Aubryanna bell, Jaiden Taylor, and Kaisen Whitson. Daughter, Aaliyah E. Whitson. Daughter, Taylor E Whitson and Bobby Pagano. Brother, Calvin Whitson. Niece, Tianna Whitson and Michelle Decateldo. LC Barnes and Versie Barnes, Pearl (Barnes) Harvey, Celena (Barnes) Dennis and nephew Simeon Mcclinic, Carlita (Barnes) Richardson, Neice, Jasmine Upshaw, Marcy (Barnes) Kitt’s, Nieces, Hannah and Lily, nephew Tristin Barnes. Gena (Barnes) Geska, John Geska, Neice, Miracle Geska, nephews Antonyo and Kane Geska, Aunt Marie Williams and cousin, Terry Williams. Best friends, George Boyer and John Boyer. Many friends and family members.
Jerome loved the color purple even as a man he didn’t care, and later adopted blue too. Jerome was a die-hard Tennessee Titans fan and enjoyed betting on his football team and always made it a point to pencil in a phone call to tell you all about his win and your loss, Jerome enjoyed fishing with his brother, loved music, he idolized 2Pac and in his younger years resembled his looks in many ways, Jerome insisted on having the best stereo system, the louder the better, he deeply cherished his relationship with his brother and his daughters. Jerome loved watching and playing Basketball in his younger years even if he never won, he’d tell you he was the best on the court at “dunkin” and was up for a challenge to prove his point every time. Jerome loved cars, lowriders and a good late-night spade game always partnering with his brother knowing they’d “clean up” on the table.
Jerome’s personality was quirky, sarcastic and humorous as well as playful at times, and that will be missed.