Eugene H. Meyerowich

Eugene (Gene) H Meyerowich, Sr. August 5, 1935 – September 21, 2023 Mr. Meyerowich passed away peacefully with his wife, Rose of 66 years, by his side. Gene was born on Staten Island, NY to Nate and Gertrude Meyerowich. He attended Curtis High School and then went on to Staten Island Community College. Gene then enlisted in the Army and served as a Corporal in Panama during the Korean War. Upon his discharge, he attended the Police Academy and became an Officer in the NYPD, serving both Harlem and, later, Staten Island. After several injuries in the line of duty, he was medically retired. In 1969, Gene loaded up the family of six and moved to Tequesta, where he immediately got involved in his new hometown. Mr. Meyerowich joined the American Legion and opened his own business, Courtyard Carpets, and a year later, added a paint store. He then became involved with the Chamber of Commerce, and eventually served as President. Gene’s true passion, however, was the young people of Jupiter/Tequesta. He volunteered as both a clown and then as Santa Claus in the Holiday Parade for many years. His favorite activity was coaching various sports for the JTAA, St. Clare School and the American Legion Baseball team, winning a world championship with his good friends Bob Shaw and Hondo Wilkes. He also served as a guide for the Lighthouse Historical Society, was a board member at Fidelity Federal Bank and several other institutions. Gene’s favorite times were spent with his family. He is survived by his wife Rose, sons Gene (wife Laura), Mark (wife Holly), Drew (wife Susan) and his daughter Marci, brother Richard, eight grandchildren (Nathan, Stephen, Raechel, Drew Jr, Valerie, Jenna, Curtis and Bryan) and four great-grandchildren, with one on the way (Savannah, Brooklyn, Adeline, Eliza and Baby Mennine). Viewing will be Wednesday, 9/27 from 2pm-4pm and 6pm-8pm at Taylor & Modeen Funeral Home of Jupiter. The funeral will be at 11am on Thursday, 9/28 at St. Clare Church in North Palm Beach, followed by a graveside service at Riverside Memorial Park in Tequesta. In lieu of flowers, please make your contribution to the American Legion Post 271 in Gene’s name.

Eugene H. Meyerowich

August 5, 1935 - September 21, 2023