San Antonio native, Gilmer Frederick Rohde, born on May 7, 1921, went to be with the Lord on August 9, 2013, at the age of 92. Fred honorably served as a Captain in the U.S. Air Force during WWII and the Korean War flying Weather Reconnaissance. He was also President and co-founder of the Alamo KOA Kampground with his brother Al. An avid golfer, Fred played in golf courses around the world, and was proud of his 11 hole-in-ones record.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Alvi Rohde. Survivors include his sons, Ron Rohde and Sterling Rohde; 14 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
Visitation will be from 5-8pm on Thursday, August 15, 2013 at Sunset Funeral Home, 1701 Austin Highway, San Antonio, Texas, 78218. A Funeral Service will be held at 12pm on Friday, August 16, 2013 at the Sunset Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to www.koacarecamps.org.
