Clifford Christian Volz

Clifford Christian Volz, 75, was born October 16, 1951, in Newark, New Jersey, and passed away on October 31, 2026, in Greeley, CO. Cliff was the second oldest of four boys, the sons of Christian John Volz and Jane Ann (Lundgren). From an early age, he distinguished himself as a stand-out athlete and student. He played football throughout high school at Vailsburg High School in Newark and went on to play college football at the United States Military Academy, West Point, during his attendance from 1969 to 1973. While stationed at Fort George G. Meade, Cliff met Georgette Wallace, and in 1981, they moved to Colorado, and later had two daughters, Rachel and Lana together. Colorado would become home to Cliff for decades to come.

Cliff served in the United States Army from 1973 as a Quartermaster Officer and held the rank of Captain. He continued to serve in the Army Reserves until 1993 and retired as Lt. Colonel, a commitment that reflected both discipline and bravery. In 1982, he began his career as a Larimer County Sheriff Deputy, continuing a life of service that demanded grit, long hours, and a steadfast sense of responsibility. He later joined the Colorado Division of Gaming, quickly being promoted to a gaming supervisor, the same position he held at his retirement in 2012 from the State of Colorado.

Beyond his professional life, Cliff found joy in summer skies, riding motorcycles, RV camping, and boating. He especially enjoyed traveling to Sturgis, South Dakota, and Lake McConaughy, Nebraska. Cliff was also a member of the Blue Knights International Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club, where fellowship, shared roads, and camaraderie were part of the journey.

To those who knew him best, Cliff was larger than life, protective and supportive as a father, the kind of brother siblings looked up to, a loving husband, and a good friend whose stories and companionship stayed with people long after the moment passed. Cliff married Linda Rae Volz on June 15, 1994, in Las Vegas. In retirement Cliff enjoyed slow, quiet mornings with a coffee in hand and his wife of 32 years by his side.

Cliff was preceded in passing by his parents, his brother Christian Volz, and his wife, Linda. He is survived by his siblings Richard (Christine) Volz and Peter (Michele) Volz; his daughters, Rachel (Tom) Volz and Lana Volz; his stepsons, Scott (Jeni) Jungmeyer, Jason Jungmeyer, and Ehrich (Amanda) Weis; and his grandchildren, Ariana, Keaghan, Conlan, Adalie, and Emmitt. He is also survived by his faithful furry companion, Bandit.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Allnutt Funeral Service - Drake Road Chapel, 650 W. Drake Rd., Ft. Collins, CO 80526, on November 13, 2026, from 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Cliff's family invites all of their community to join, as we share memories and reflect on the legacy he has left with each of us. Burial will take place at a later date in Black Hills National Cemetery, Sturgis, SD, with his wife.