Obituary of Gerald L. Pfalzgraf

Gerald "Jerry" Pfalzgraf, 71, was born February 27, 1948 to Albert and Rosalee Pfalzgraf and raised in Hollister, California. Following a short illness, Jerry died August 12, 2019. Prior to his military service Jerry attended Gavilan College. He honorably served 20 years in the US Army, which included two tours in Viet Nam, and retired in November 1988 with the rank of Master Sergeant. Following his retirement, he was employed for many years at the Peterson AFB Commissary. Jerry was an avid Bronco fan. He enjoyed bowling, deer and elk hunting, camping, fishing, and traveling around the world with Diane. He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his beloved wife Diane; daughter Jeri Rene (Shane) Cornwell of Del City OK; daughter Suzan Ausmus (Jim) Kolb of Bothell WA; grandchildren Alexa, Leah, Zain, Jordan and Zachary; great-grandchildren Ayda and Cayden; aunt Ruth Hoag of Salinas; and numerous cousins. Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 PM, Wednesday, August 21, 2019, The Springs Funeral Services, 3115 East Platte Avenue, Colorado Springs CO 80909. A gathering of family and friends to celebrate Jerry's life will be held following the Memorial Service from 5 PM to 6:30 PM. Please join us for a bite to eat and share your anecdotes about Jerry; chat about your traveling, bowling, and hunting experiences; or tell some tall tales about fishing.Memorial contributions in Jerry's memory may be made to the Friends of the Pikes Peak Library District, 5550 North Union Boulevard, Colorado Springs CO 80918 or to the charity of the donor's choice. Events Memorial Service Wednesday, August 21, 2019 4:00PM The Springs Funeral Services 3115 East Platte Avenue Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Phone: 719-207-8855