There wil be a service at the Miramar National Cemetary on May 26 at 1 PM and a celebration of life at VFW 3783 in Ramona around 2:30. The VFW is located at 2247 Kelly Ave. in Ramona.
Gary passed away of congestive heart failure. Gary was born in Royal Oak, Michigan to Jack and Betty Alschbach. Gary and his family moved to La Mesa, California when he was 14 years old He attended Helix High School where he was a football and track star. He joined the US Marines Corp in 1966 and was part of the 1st Force Recon. Gary spent 13 months in Vietnam and earned a Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his bravery. In 1970 he married Jeanette Gaines and they have two sons; Matthew and Derek, and a daughter; Sara Lucas
Gary received a Bachelors Degree and later a Masters Degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice from San Diego State University. In 1972 he joined the S.D. Sheriffs Department. He spent 30 years with the department and made many lifetime friends. His time with the Sheriff's Department was probably the best year of his fife. Gary retired with the rank of Lieutenant. Gary is survived by his mother, Betty Alschbach; wife Jeanette of 47 years; sons; Matthew and Derek, a daughter Sara Lucas; three grandchildren; Brady, Chase and Sadie; as well as two brothers; Geoff and Gordie; and one sister, Laurie. Gary will truly be missed by his family and friends. He will be buried at Miramar National Cemetery, on May 26, at 1:00 p.m. A celebration of his life following the ceremony will be held at the Ramona VFW located at 2247 Kelly Avenue, Ramona, CA at 2:30 p.m. You are welcome to celebrate with us. In Lieu of flowers you can make a donation to the VFW Post 3783 in Gary's name.
We will remember Gary with love and admiration. We honor you and thank you for your service to our Country both in the Marine Corp and as a San Diego County Sheriff for 30 years. You put your life on the line to protect and serve all of us. We are sad that your life was cut so short when you gave so much.
Gary was always full of life and had that infectious smile, we missed him at the 50th Class Reunion but were honored that Jeanette was able to join us knowing he was unable to come. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family, and we know Gary has earned a special place in Heaven and will be at peace. We will miss you but you leave us with wonderful memories, and will never be forgotten.
Cyndee Spurlock (Krumholz)
Gary M. Alschbach April 2, 1947 - May 9, 2016
Gary passed away of congestive heart failure. Gary was born in Royal Oak, Michigan to Jack and Betty Alschbach. Gary and his family moved to La Mesa, California when he was 14 years old He attended Helix High School where he was a football and track star. He joined the US Marines Corp in 1966 and was part of the 1st Force Recon. Gary spent 13 months in Vietnam and earned a Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his bravery. In 1970 he married Jeanette Gaines and they have two sons; Matthew and Derek, and a daughter; Sara Lucas
Gary received a Bachelors Degree and later a Masters Degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice from San Diego State University. In 1972 he joined the S.D. Sheriffs Department. He spent 30 years with the department and made many lifetime friends. His time with the Sheriff's Department was probably the best year of his fife. Gary retired with the rank of Lieutenant. Gary is survived by his mother, Betty Alschbach; wife Jeanette of 47 years; sons; Matthew and Derek, a daughter Sara Lucas; three grandchildren; Brady, Chase and Sadie; as well as two brothers; Geoff and Gordie; and one sister, Laurie. Gary will truly be missed by his family and friends. He will be buried at Miramar National Cemetery, on May 26, at 1:00 p.m. A celebration of his life following the ceremony will be held at the Ramona VFW located at 2247 Kelly Avenue, Ramona, CA at 2:30 p.m. You are welcome to celebrate with us. In Lieu of flowers you can make a donation to the VFW Post 3783 in Gary's name.
Cyndee Spurlock (Krumholz)
We will remember Gary with love and admiration. We honor you and thank you for your service to our Country both in the Marine Corp and as a San Diego County Sheriff for 30 years. You put your life on the line to protect and serve all of us. We are sad that your life was cut so short when you gave so much.
Gary was always full of life and had that infectious smile, we missed him at the 50th Class Reunion but were honored that Jeanette was able to join us knowing he was unable to come. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family, and we know Gary has earned a special place in Heaven and will be at peace. We will miss you but you leave us with wonderful memories, and will never be forgotten.