Jerry Torry mentored youth in the South Shore neighborhood for more than 35 years at Chicago Youth Centers. In 2015 Jerry was honored by Heroes In The Hood for his service to stop violence in the community.

Honorary Jerry Torry Way

South Phillips Avenue between East 76th Street and East 77th Street

Approved: November 2021

Ward: 7
Alderman: Mitchell
Neighborhood: South Shore

Source
HeroesInTheHood2015

* 2022 May - location changed to South Phillips Avenue between E. 76th Street and E. 77th Street, from East 77th Street between Phillips Avenue and Essex Avenue