Jerry Douglas Lindauer
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Jerry Douglas Lindauer

  • February 2, 1936 - January 21, 2012
  • Austin, Texas
  • In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Bellarmine University, 2001 Newburg Road, Louisville, KY 40205 or The Wounded Warrior Project, Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund, 825 College Boulevard, Suite 102, PMB 609, Oceanside, CA 92057
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“Dear Becky, Doug, Trey and family. I'm saddened beyond words and share your sorrow. Marlene and I will keep Jerry and you all in our thoughts and...Read More » ”
1 of 17 | Posted by: Mel Lindauer - FL - Cousin

“Doug and Family, Our hearts go out to all the family over the loss of your dad. He was a true American Hero and will be missed by all. The...Read More » ”
2 of 17 | Posted by: Bill Bethea - Georgetown, TX

“Becky, Jerry and I are heartsick over your loss. Please know that you are in our hearts and our prayers. May God be with you and may your sweet...Read More » ”
3 of 17 | Posted by: sandra and jerry winetroub - TX

“Dear Doug and all your family, We are so sorry for your loss. I remember when you came to see us over Thanksgiving you commented on what a nice...Read More » ”
4 of 17 | Posted by: Barbara and Jerry Carlson - TX

“To the Lindauer family we offer our prayers and support. ”
5 of 17 | Posted by: Jim and Doni Crouch - Austin, TX

“Dear Becky, My heart is very heavy for you at this time. Remember all the good times as you grieve. I'm betting that Jerry and Don are already...Read More » ”
6 of 17 | Posted by: Ann Oliverio - Austin, TX

“Trey, I was so sorry to hear about your father's passing. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts. ”
7 of 17 | Posted by: Melanie and Brandon Seat - TX

“Becky,Douglas and Trey and families, Gary and I are in Houston at MD Anderson with a scare about Gary, though he will be fine. This is such sad...Read More » ”
8 of 17 | Posted by: Jackie and Gary Williamson - TX

“Becky - You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Jerry was such a warm and giving person. Jenny and I are eternally grateful for you...Read More » ”
9 of 17 | Posted by: Coley and Jenny Platt - Austin , TX

“Thank you, Jerry, for your service to our country. ”
10 of 17 | Posted by: Col George O Lewis, USAF (Ret) - TX

“Becky - our hearts and love go to you and your family during this difficult time love Bill and Alice ”
11 of 17 | Posted by: Bill and Alice Parkhouse - Austin, TX

“The Few. The Proud. ”
12 of 17 | Posted by: W Riley - Fellow Marine Brother

“OUR COLONEL WILL BE REMEMBERED AS A GREAT FRIEND AND FELLOW GOLFER. NO MORE PAIN JUST REST. WE WILL MISS YOUR COMPANY AND CLOSE RELATIONSHIP. REST...Read More » ”
13 of 17 | Posted by: NORMAN MYERS - AUSTIN, TX

“To the entire Lindauer family, Your loss bears heavy on our hearts. Jerry was a great man and is remembered with great respect. You will always...Read More » ”
14 of 17 | Posted by: Mike Seeley - Boise, ID - Friend

“R.I.P. Brother Semper Fi S Czarnecki USMC 1961-1966 ”
15 of 17 | Posted by: S. Czarnecki - TX

“Dear Doug, I am so very sorry for your loss. I hate that we are old enough to face losing our parents and my heart goes out to you and you family...Read More » ”
16 of 17 | Posted by: Janet Joseph Taborn - Austin, TX

“Dear Doug and Trey, I send my deepest sympathy and love to you and your family as you grieve the loss of your wonderful dad. I treasure the...Read More » ”
17 of 17 | Posted by: Jo Anna Schultz Osterman - Austin, TX


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Jerry Douglas Lindauer born February 2, 1936 in Louisville, KY, passed away on January 21, 2012 in Austin, TX.

Jerry was a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, and a loyal and trusted friend. He is survived by his beloved wife of 23 years, Becky; son, Douglas and wife, Catherine; daughter, Trey, her husband, Mike Seeley; his loving and treasured grandchildren, Caty, Carson, and JD Lindauer, Lindy Wendland, and Colton and Parker Seeley. He is also survived by his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Totsy and John Francis; brother-in-law, Phil, his wife, Donna, and their children, Carter, Tucker, and Makensie. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Hurbert and Adelheit Lindauer.

Jerry graduated from Bellarmine University in 1957 and joined the US Marine Corps. He was a Company Commander in the Vietnam War and earned two Bronze Stars and one Purple Heart. While recovering from his wounds, Jerry was sent to The University of Texas at Austin as a Military Officer Instructor and taught at the NROTC. While there, he received a law degree. In 1972, he moved to Camp Pendleton, CA to start his career as a military JAG. Then in 1974, he moved to Washington, DC and became the Military Assistant to Secretary of Defense Schlesinger and Donald Rumsfeld.

After an amazing, 20-year military career, Jerry retired in 1977 as a Lieutenant Colonel and moved his family to Austin, TX, where he began his career in the cable television industry. His mentor and dear friend, Bob Hughes, was instrumental in giving Jerry his start, in what became an amazing career.

Jerry was a true leader in the cable industry and served as a board member of the National Cable Television Association for more than two decades and was its Board Chairman from 1990-1991. It is the highest elected position in the cable industry. He was a founding member of the Cable Alliance for Education and was a C-SPAN Board Member. Jerry was a partner in Prime Cable from 1983 until the company was sold in 2000. He then became Chairman of @Security Broadband Corp., a web-based home security system and Austin startup.

Jerry loved his children and grandchildren beyond description. He lived his life with purpose and integrity. Above all, Jerry loved his men in Company F, Second Battalion, Seventh Marines. My sweet Jer, you are with your men. Rest in peace. Semper Fi

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Bellarmine University, 2001 Newburg Road, Louisville, KY 40205 or The Wounded Warrior Project, Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund, 825 College Boulevard, Suite 102, PMB 609, Oceanside, CA 92057, http://semperfifund.org.

Funeral arrangements are being handled by Weed-Corley-Fish. The memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 26th at 12:30 PM at St. John Neumann Catholic Church, 5455 Bee Caves Road, Austin, TX 78746. Jerry will be laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery.