Peter G. Kulzer, known to many as “Easy Flyer,” took his final flight on July 8, 2025, in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Born on June 27, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois, to Gladys and George Kulzer, Peter lived a life marked by grit, greatness, and legendary aviation. A fighter pilot like no other, Peter flew 320 ½ combat missions, becoming a legend in the skies and among his fellow service members. He lived by the motto: “Flip a buckle in the grass, save a fighter pilot’s ass,” and never backed down from a challenge. To those who knew him, he wasn’t just a pilot, he was the world’s greatest.
Peter is survived by his children: Peter G. Kulzer II, Leah Kulzer, and Megan Kulzer; and by his grandchildren: Tiegan Kulzer, Oaklynn Kulzer, and Waylon Peter George Kulzer III. He is also survived by his sons, Harper Leland and Mitch Hoard, who carry forward his strength and spirit.
A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM (MT), Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at the Shrine of Remembrance “America the Beautiful” Chapel, 1730 East Fountain Boulevard, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80910. A graveside funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Pikes Peak National Cemetery, 10545 Drennan Road, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80925.
As we bid farewell, we honor his legacy with the words he lived by:
“Kick the tires and light the fires as we strap into the cockpit one more time.”
Fly high, Easy Flyer. You are forever cleared for takeoff.
Farewell to the “world’s greatest fighter pilot” – we will miss you and your unique brand of humor as well as your extraordinary fashion sense. A true renaissance man, you made our world a better place and we’re grateful we got to share it with you. Happy Trails, Pete.
You were special. And will be missed. Especially your sense of humor.
Thank you all for your lovely comment I really appreciate it’s been difficult missing the world’s best father
I had not seen Pete since 1980 will miss him greatly. Pete and I had planned on getting together in September when I was going to be in Colorado Springs on 15th through 18 on a bus tour. I was parachute rigger in Springfield Illinois. If anyone from the family reads this please contact me.
So many wonderful heart felt tributes, Pete would be so proud. Friends and Family made this memorial so special in his remembrance. I told Pete the world would not be the same for us without him in it. Even tho sometimes difficult and tough, he made us strong and life more meaningful. He taught us lessons we didn’t think we needed to know however we carry those with us. He made our life more extraordinary. He taught us the meaning of Work Hard, Play Hard. Pete saw everything he was involved in as special and put his all into. I’ve never knew anyone quite like him. I think the missles on his “Fighter Pilot Truck ” actually ejected! Pete even had a Fighter Pilot ring he wore and had one made for me as well. Pete’s Air Force career as a Fighter Pilot was very important to him and it showed in everything he did. He shared with us his interest, hobbies and care. From his need for speed, fast cars Indy Car events to decorating hats and caps for himself or the grandkids. Your enthusiasm for life, humor to your big goofy smile will be missed by all. Fly High WGFP
It’s been great knowing Pete. He was a kind and generous man with eclectic experiences and tastes—never boring! We will miss him and remember him fondly.