Alan Gerald Gaulke

Alan....My old friend from times long past. My Lord, how I loved to play in your big band in high school and after. We saw Kenton together at George Devines. You introduced me to that glorious music which I still enjoy because of you, my Man.

GodSpeed

Dear Sharon and Family,
My heart and prayers are and will continue to be with you.

Dear Todd, Julie & Family,

May you be comforted by your faith, family & friends. May you think of your Dad everytime you hear a song sung or played that he loved; and everytime you run in to an old student who learned to play an instrument taught by your Dad. Remember all that he taught you too Todd, I love what you wrote about him.

Mark & Deb Thomas

When my mother called with this news I immediately was flooded with memories.

I don't know about the rest of you but this was one of a few houses I was allowed to go into when my parents still were a work. No, Not to play with Terry or Tracy or Tristann or Trinny. My time was spent with Todd! Yep, Todd had this shelf in his closet that allowed for many, many hours of play time.

I can remember like it was yesterday. Trucks and action figures. Terry was the oldest so we were out...

My heart is so saddened by this news. When my mother called me I became flooded with memories of this iconic man I had the pleasure of calling my neighbor.

Everyone has their memories. Mine stem from the early years at Indian Hill all the way through Nicolet and years thereafter. I don't know about the rest of you but the Gaulke's was one of the few houses I got to spend time in when my parents still were at work. It didn't matter that I was there to play with Todd, the boy with four...

I just learned today of Al's passing, and I am saddened that I heard of this loss to the music community so late. Al was a devoted musician, who put color, race, and creed aside, and recognized a persons passion for music. Al gave everyone who crossed his path an opportunity to pursue "their" passion of music, and despite how difficult it can be at times, aided in fullfilling their dreams. Whether the opportunity was in teaching or working at one of his stores, we were always welcome in Al's...

Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you. We shall always remember that wonderful smile and twinkling eyes. The photo gallery depicts a happy family that has shared many joyous times. God Bless! Your old neighbors...The Shirleys

Sharon & Family, We are so sorry to hear of Al's passing. We will never forget his wonderful voice, or musical ablilities along with his wonderful sense of humor. I remember the Easter he talked me into playing my trumpet for church at King of Kings..such fond memories. God bless you all.

Man, did the Father's choir of angels just get better! And the band... Whew! What can I say to the Gaulke family except that we praise God for you sharing Mr. Gaulke with us for as long as you did!
What a man - he was the embodiment of joy unspeakable. That smile, those twinkling eyes, that booming voice, that laugh that could roll the seas! Mr. Gaulke wrapped the gift of music with love & acceptance. Those of us who were blessed to call him teacher, friend, & neighbor have a lifetime...