Colorado Springs, Colorado
Jul 11, 1930 – Nov 5, 2025
Lt Col USAF (Ret) William Bihl Gaessler passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, at the age of 95. Born in Ames, Iowa, on July 11, 1930, he attended Kemper Military Junior College and graduated from Iowa State University in 1952 with a Bachelor of Science degree. He received his commission as...
Read MoreBill was always such a wonderful gentleman, with a great smile and personality. I met him & Carol thru my parents years ago, Dick & Sue Cox. I used to see him at the Y pool where we would visit for a few minutes. My condolences go out to Carol and his family, as you say your farewell & treasure all the wonderful memories together. Blessings, Jerilynn Martin
Jerilynn Martin
November 17, 2025
The Buckley SFB military Retiree Activities Office (RAO) would like to offer our sincere condolences and our gratitude for Lt Col Gaessler's 26 years of distinguished service to our country in the Air Force. If you would like help with any matters related to casualty assistance, Defense Finance & Accounting Service, Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP), Veterans Affairs (VA), etc. you can contact our office on Buckley SFB at 720-847-6693 or [email protected]. The RAO is staffed by volunteers, all...
Steve Young
November 14, 2025
