Jack G. Burgdorf

Jack Gilbert Burgdorf, 95, of Evansville, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025, at his home surrounded by family. Jack was born on July 6, 1930, in Evansville to the late Otto and Gladys (Richardson) Burgdorf. Jack was raised in Union Township and graduated from FJ Reitz High School. After graduation, Jack joined the 9th Marine Reserves 16th Infantry. He was called to active duty in 1950 and assigned to E Company 5th Marines, of United States Marine Corps that was sent to Korea. Jack received medals and citations for his service, including a Purple Heart for being shot during his service in Korea. Jack met his future wife, Bertha Cornell upon returning to Evansville and they were married at St. Paul’s UCC on March 14, 1953. Together they raised three children. Jack spent his working career as a tool and die maker at Faultless Caster for 26 years and later retired from Alcoa as a maintenance foreman. After his retirement, Jack and Bertha spent summers at the cabin he and his family built on Gunflint Lake in Minnesota. Jack was a faithful and dedicated volunteer at both St. Paul’s UCC and Zion UCC. In 2007, Jack was named Volunteer of the Decade by the University of Southern Indiana and was active in the USI Varsity Club. He was a life member of St. Paul’s UCC and the VFW Post 1114. As part of the E Company 5th Marines, Jack helped raise funds to construct the Korean War Memorial located on Evansville’s river front. Surviving Jack are his wife of 72 years, Bertha (Cornell) Burgdorf; three children, Gary (Carol) Burgdorf, David Burgdorf and Shirley J. Burgdorf; a sister, Nancy (Wayne) Vowels; grandchildren, Ashley (Stacy) Burgdorf-Bernaugh and Adam Burgdorf; a great grandson, Demetrius Bernaugh and a sister-in-law, Shirley Burgdorf. In addition, he is survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. In addition to his parents, Jack was preceded in death by a brother, Jerry Burgdorf. His lifelong service to his family, friends, country and community will be missed by many. Funeral services for Jack will be held at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at Pierre Funeral Home, Rev. JD Rose officiating. Burial will take place on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at 10 AM at Memorial Park Cemetery, where the Vanderburgh County Retired Veterans will conduct military rites. Friends may visit with the family from 3:00 PM until service time on Tuesday at Pierre Funeral Home, 2601 W. Franklin Street. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s UCC and the VFW Post 1114. Condolences may be made online at www.pierrefuneralhome.com.

Jack G. Burgdorf

July 6, 1930 - July 7, 2025