Obituary
Milwaukie, Oregon
Gerald “Jerry” Rolfe Mulder II, 64, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
Jerry was born on December 8, 1961, in Gladstone, Oregon, to Claudia June and Gerald Rolfe Mulder I. He was the eldest of their three sons, with younger brothers David Wayne and Timothy John (Timmy) Mulder.
Jerry attended high school in Eugene, Oregon, where he graduated before continuing his education at Lane Community College. He later enlisted in the United States Air Force, proudly serving for six years and attaining the rank of Senior Airman before his honorable discharge.
Following his discharge from the Airforce, Jerry briefly returned to the Eugene area before making his way back to Clackamas County. He lived in West Linn for a time before settling in Milwaukie, Oregon, where he remained until his passing.
Jerry was preceded in death by his mother, Claudia June Sherk; his father, Gerald Rolfe Mulder I; his stepfather, Ronald; and his younger brother, Timothy John (Timmy) Mulder.
He is survived by his brother, David Wayne Mulder, and sister-in-law, Deanna Mulder; his nephew, Nicholas Wayne Mulder; and his niece, Kathleen Marie Mulder. Jerry also leaves behind two great-nephews and two great-nieces, who carry forward his family’s legacy.
A memorial service honoring Jerry’s life and military service, including full military honors, will be held on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at Willamette National Cemetery.
Family and friends are invited to share memories of Jerry and leave condolences below.
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