Obituary of LTC Gary Lee Spuhler, U.S. Army,

Passed in Peace, August 13, 2022, our loving Dad, Papa, and avid fly fisherman, LTC Gary Lee Spuhler, U.S. Army, (Ret.), 78, joined his beloved wife, Saundra and son, Gary, Jr., in eternal life.He was native to Colorado. Go Broncos!!! Gary resided and passed in Colorado Springs, Colorado. �He is survived by his daughters, Julie, Wendy, and Suzie; grandchildren, Heather, Nik, and Hannah; and great-grandchildren, Eli and Stella.Gary attended college at Colorado State University graduating in 1967 with a Bachelor of Science and in 1989 attended the University of Phoenix graduating with a Master of Arts in Management.He served as an Officer in the United States Army for over twenty-four years, with a primary specialty of Field Artillery, earning many medals, badges, and commendations while serving in the Vietnam War, and multiple overseas tours. Additionally, he was the Executive Officer at several military installations.Gary's leadership, integrity, and dedication contributed to his military professional work ethic and experience. While his honesty, support and love for family and friends contributed to his influence and empathy in life. He also had a passion for gardening, planting fresh vegetables and flowers. Digging in the soil gave Gary such happiness and watching things grow and bloom brought him so much joy. Gary's favorite outdoor activities were camping and fly fishing. He served as President for the Pikes Peak Fly Fisherman's Club and was the Rocky Mountain Regional Coordinator of Project Healing Waters. He got such pleasure and gratitude in helping the soldiers fly fish. He was his happiest on the river. Forever fly-fishing in Heaven. Visitation, 5:00PM-6:00PM, Monday, August 29, 2022, Celebration of Life immediately following, 6:00PM, The Springs Funeral Services-North, 6575 Oakwood Boulevard, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80923.Graveside Service, 9:00AM, Tuesday, August 30, 2022, Fort Logan National Cemetery, Staging Area A, 3698 South Sheridan Boulevard, Denver, Colorado 80235. Events Visitation Monday, August 29, 2022 5:00PM - 6:00PM The Springs Funeral Services - North 6575 Oakwood Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80923 Phone: 719-207-8611 Celebration of Life Monday, August 29, 2022 6:00PM The Springs Funeral Services - North 6575 Oakwood Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80923 Phone: 719-207-8611 Graveside Tuesday, August 30, 2022 9:00AM Fort Logan National Cemetery 3698 South Sheridan Boulevard Denver, CO 80235 Phone: 303-761-0117