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GERALD SCHOENFELDER Obituary

SCHOENFELDER, GERALD March 20, 1926 to October 6, 2010 Jerry passed away peacefully surrounded by family at his home in Rancho Santa Fe, CA. He is survived by his wife, Lise Ham Schoenfelder, ten children, 21 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, two brothers and three sisters. Jerry was born in Rochester, MN, resided in Rancho Santa Fe, CA, and Bastrop, TX. He was a real estate developer in several states but always referred to himself as a rancher. A memorial service will be held at Church of the Nativity in Rancho Santa Fe on October 22, 2010. A celebration of his life will be held in March at his ranch in Texas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Church of the Nativity in Rancho Santa Fe.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Oct. 11, 2010.

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Dennis Eakin

October 5, 2021

Jerry so strange this message popped up. I was just talking to some friends about you a couple days ago. A very special man. Miss your friendship.

October 21, 2010

Kandace and truly miss this wonderful man.

Dennis & Kandace Eakin

October 12, 2010

I worked opposite Mr. Schoenfelder in some business negotiations. I admired his grit.

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