Dick and Diana (Eveleth) Cole

Belen, NM 87002

Our prayers and condolences go out to Louise and the entire family. His parents stood up with my parents when they got married so our friendship goes back many many years. Hopefully he will not have to be in pain any more. Dick and Diana

Shaun and Kerry Skinner

Sturgis, SD

Dad, we will miss you so much. Thank you for your generosity and kindness to so many people. We were unaware of the many people you helped until they mentioned it to Mom or us.

craig schnell

fargo

Louise Remember Jerry and you well from high school. Jerry was a terrific football player and a really nice person. My sympathy. craig schnell

BONNIE J. JONES

STURGIS, SD

Dear Louise and family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you as this battle has come to an end. Our family knows the hurt you feel, and the emptiness in your heart and in your home. At last, he is pain free and cancer free, and we all must find comfort in that. Hugs and prayers. Bonnie & Charley

Dennis & Tina Kopp & Murrin Keffeler

Sturgis

To the Family, Keep the great memories in your heart and he will be with you always. He was a very nice person and always wore a smile and spoke to you no matter where you were at. The entire family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God Bless

Kathleen (NoNeck) Murray

Bowman, ND

So sorry to hear of Jerrys passing. My prayers are with you Louise and your children. Hew as always good to me and my co-workers when I worked for him. He would also help a person out when needed.

Lonnie Arneson & Teri Ann

Elm Springs, SD

Our thoughts & prayers are with your family.

Tucker and Bev Hudson

Howes, SD

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Tucker worked for Vinal and Jerry when he was first out of High School and always talked highly of them both. Cherish those memories. God bless

Adam, Pam, Scott and Tiffany Usera-Opstedahl

Speafish, SD 57783

Kirk, We are very sorry for the lost of your father. You and your family are in our prays. Love, The Opstedahl's

Lorna and John Moline

Gooding, Idaho 83330

Our prayers and condolences go out to Louise and all the families. Wish we could be there for you. He was a fine example of a great friend, husband, father, and grandfather.

Gary & Shirley Baker

Enning, SD

May God give you comfort and peace knowing that Jerry is no longer in pain and is resting in the arms of our Lord. May your memories stay with you all.

Christy Talley

Sturgis, SD

Wishing the family peace in this time of grief.

Jay And Tina Johnson and family

Sturgis, SD

Kerry and family, we are all sorry to hear about your loss. Your dad was a great guy. May you find comfort and peace in all your memories.

Trent and Darla Pettis

Austin, Arkansas

Louise, Kirk, and Families, "We measure lives not in time but in grace,in the joy with which they are lived, and in the love they leave behind." Know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult and trying time. Trent and Darla Pettis

Al Parsons

Sturgis

RIP

Chris Richards

Rapid City, SD

I would like to send my condolences to the Chaffee Family and friends. Working with Rod Carmody, I had the privelage of getting to know Jerry over the past few years, I always looked forward to Rally time, knowing that Jerry would be at the Oasis, with a smile and cold beer waiting for me. Jerry was a wonderful guy.

arlette douglas

sturgis sd

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. I will miss him, as I know you all will.May your memories and everyone's thought's comfort you.

gerrie barry fischer

sturgis sd

Louise and family..My thoughts are with you at this time, he will be missed by so many.

Donna Trigg

Sturgis SD

Louise and family, My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I hope the many memories of Jerry will help you through this sad time.

Tim and Marcia Potts

Sturgis, SD

Dearest Louise and Family, Our prayers and thoughts have been with you all. Jerry was a great guy and will be missed by many. May the comfort of the Lord's home for Jerry help bring you understanding and peace.

Jim & Joan Bathurst

Port Isabel, TX

It's never easy to see our parents, and those who we've known to be so robust and full of life, slip away. Jerry was a great guy and touched a lot of lives. Our hearts go out to Louise, Kerry, Kim, Kirk, and your families. You will all be in our thoughts. This evening, we will raise a glass to our friend, Jerry. We can all say that he is in a better place, but this world was a better place with him in it. It was our fortune to know him and call him our friend. He will be missed. Our sincere condolences, Jim & Joan Bathurst

Mark Meyer

Woonsocket, SD

My condolences to the family

Diane Bilbrey

Sturgis, SD

My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

John Cole

Sioux Falls SD

Kirk, My sympathy goes out to you and your family. I am so sorry to hear of your fathers' passing.

Lori L. Dvorak (Black Hills National Cemetery)

Sturgis, SD

Louise and family, I am so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. He was such a nice man, always a smile for all. He will be missed by a very appreciative community. His contributions to our community are unforgettable. Please accept my daughter and my sympathies and condolences. Lori L. Dvorak

Linda Hampton

Sturgis, SD

Thinking of all of you at this time. Our prayers are with you.

Michelle McGraw

Opal, SD

U will be missed. Thanks for always having a smile for everyone.

Roxy Bell & family

Deadwood SD

Jerry fought hard to be able to be with his family as long as he could. We understand what you are going thru and if you need anything, please call us. Thank God he is not in pain anymore!

Mike Burgee

Dupree, S.D.

Thinking of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Steve & Kathy Brown

Sturgis, SD

Louise and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are definitely with all of you at this time. We know how you are feeling and words cannot express our sympathy for your loss. Jerry always seemed to have a smile on his face and I know he and Dad had some good visits through the years. Keep all of the memories close at heart and remember to share as many stories as you can. A little laughter can help even through the tears. Thinking of you.

Paulette and Evan Hutchings

Black Hawk, SD

Louise and family I am so sorry about the passing of Jerry. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Carol Meyer

Punta Gorda, FL

Louise and family, I was so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. My heart goes out to you and the family and know that I'll be saying a prayer for you. ~ Carol Meyer

Alfred and Kim Duprel

Sturgis, SD 57785

I have found out that death leaves a heartache no one can heal but love leaves a memory no one can steal. The life of Jerry Chaffee is now placed in the memory of the living...he was just a good person, a very good person indeed!

D'Anna Catterson and family

Evergreen, Colorado

Dear Aunt Louise, Kim, Kirk and Kerry - Our thoughts and prayers are with you with Uncle Jerry's passing. Uncle Jerry fought the good fight against his cancer and was a brave man. I have very fond memories of him and am going to miss him. I knew him as a generous man who always helped out family and friends. He was a true family man and I'll forever admire him for that. Love, D'Anna, Ron, Jocelyn, Madeline, Jared

Alan and Nikole Cochran

Sturgis

Our sympathies to your family. Jerry always had a smile on his face and was just a great person in general. "Quick whit!" Know that we are thinking of you. Alan and Nikole Cochran

Fred McPherson

Sturgis S.D

You all have my deepest sympathy.Having lost a Dad and a Father in law to cancer I know how you must feel.If you need anything call.

Ron Rossknecht

Sheridan Lake, South Dakota

Dear Kirk and Family, I offer you my deepest condolences with the Jerry who was not only a fellow real estate appraiser but a good friend. I have many fond memories of shooting the bull with Jerry, telling war stores and sharing many laughs. Jerry had a laid back personality, he did not seem to get excited about the small stuff. He was a good man that will be dearly missed by us all.

Doug and Judy Mehlhaff

Rapid City, SD

Louise - Our memories of the two of you are of laughter, kindess and friendship (Jaycee/Jaycette Sturgis days) - - May you keep those memories close to your heart. I am so glad we had a chance to visit this summer (Judi Dodson in town)...and would welcome repeats when you are in RC and you have a few minutes. We have never met your grown children (they were all little people when we left)but are closeby for you so you can share laughter and happy memories together. God Bless You and the people you love.

Tom and Donna Wolf

Hulett, Wy

Louise and Family, We are thinking of you all at this time.

Vicki Hamblet Forrest

Louise & Family, I am so sorry to hear about Jerry and will miss seeing him next time I am in Sturgis. Enjoy your memories of what a special person he was. As you can tell by all of these messages...he was loved. Vicki

Beth (Boy) Bowman

Pierre, Sd

Kerry, My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. I just lost my dad 3 weeks ago. They say time heals.... I hope that for you and me. ~Beth

Krystal Simons

Pierre, SD

Just wanted you to know that you're entire family is in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all and wish you peace in this time.

MARLYS ISAACS COBURN

Wichita KS

Louise, so sorry to hear about Jerry and am thinking of you in your loss.........Marlys

Pat Morgan VanderBoom

College Station, TX 77845

Dear Louise and family, I just heard about Jerry. I am so sorry about your loss. Losing your best friend is one of the greatest losses. Your memories of your life with Jerry will bring many blessings, comfort and joy. Prayers to you and all your family.