Gerald L. Avery

December 7, 1949 - April 20, 2016

Gerald (Gary) Lee Avery—Born Dec. 7, 1949 in Pueblo, Colorado passed away April 20, 2016. Proceeded in death by his parents, Lenus D. Avery and Doreen Estes Housman. Survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Antoinette Avery; Children, Adrea (Sean) Caple; Derick (Angel) Avery; Grandchildren, Christopher Barela, Dane and Izana Avery and Mackenzie Caple; Sister, Cheryl (Steve) Farrell and a large, extended family and numerous friends. Gary graduated from South High School in 1967 and attended the University of Southern Colorado earning a Bachelor’s degree. He was a Vietnam Vet serving in the Army from 1968 to 1971. He worked a variety of professions (PDI, Santa Fe Railroad, Colorado Blue Sky, El Pueblo Boy’s Ranch and Trane Corp.) during his 40 years of employment. Gary was an avid reader and true adventurist with a deep love for the outdoors, hiking, backpacking, mountain climbing, artifact hunting and collecting rocks. He was fascinated with science and enjoyed conducting experiments with his grandchildren. He was infinitely curious and could spark a conversation with anyone he met. His greatest love was his children and grandchildren. Gary enjoyed family gatherings with his nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Our hearts are broken. He will be so, very missed! A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00pm, Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel.