With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Jerry L. Bambauer of Coal Valley, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Jerry left this world on May 9, 2025 at the age of 75, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his mother Norma Eleanora Bambauer (Ziegler); his stepfather Byron Schlofeldt; his father Myron Bambauer; and his sister Sharon Sievers. He is survived by: his sons, Shannon (Jill Bambauer), Dan Bambauer of Coal Valley and Nick Bambauer of Coal Valley; his grandchildren, Kate, Connor Bambauer, Hailie, Hunter Bambauer (Elaina), Kiah and Logan Bambauer; and his brother-in-law Martin Sievers.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 14th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM at the Trimble Funeral Home & Crematory - Coal Valley (1700 1st St, Coal Valley, IL 61240). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 14th 2025 at 11:30 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Wednesday, May 14th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Rock Island National Cemetery (1600 River Dr, Moline, IL 61265).
Memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project.