MIDDLETOWN, Calif. – Jerry Gaiser passed away at his home in Middletown on Aug. 25, 2019.

Jerry and his wife Marie moved to Middletown from Bigfork, Montana, in 2004.

His hobbies included snow skiing, well into his 88th year of life, woodworking, fly fishing and enjoying time at his family cabin over 82 seasons.

The legacy that he leaves is a big happy family who love and appreciate each other, the outdoors and wild spaces.

He did not wish to have a funeral. The family will gather to celebrate and honor his life with thankfulness, gratitude, respect and love.

Donations can be made in his memory to Middletown Senior Center, P.O. Box 1037, Middletown, CA 95461.

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com .