Jerome "Jerry" West, 86, of Brentwood, CA, passed away on June 12, 2024 at home, surrounded by his loved ones, after a brief battle with [atrial fibrillation and heart failure].

Jerry was born on May 28, 1938, in [Chelyan, West Virginia] to  [Cecil Sue and Howard Stewart]; Jerry was their fifth child who paved the way for the rest of the [West] family. As a child, Jerry's favorite interests were [interests]. His interest in sports would only grow as he got older and was encouraged to try mout many more activities and sports.

After graduating from high school, Jerry attended [West Virginia University] with a full ride scholarship, contingent on his success as a [basketball] player. He excelled both academically and physically during his time at university, ending with a 4.0 and a contract with the [Los Angeles Lakers]. Jerry would go on to spend the next 15 years heavily dedicated to perfecting his body, his team, and his craft. He won [1] championships, held over [number] titles and was named [an All-Star] over [14] times during his career.

After retiring, Jerry decided it was time for someone else to take the spotlight He continued to contribute to the field of [basketball] by offering his services as a coach and mentor to aspiring athletes. With Coach [West]'s expertise, fans were able to secure victory on the field.

Many have asked their families how they best can honor Jerry's legacy. We ask that you spend as much time as possible outdoors, with your friends and loved ones. Never give up and always try to push yourself as far as you'd like to go. Lastly, consider donating to or supporting a local sports organization in Jerry's memory.

Remember, go hard or go home!

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