Born in Chicago to George and Magdalene Lind, Charles lived a life devoted to family, faith, and service. He graduated from the Illinois Institute of Technology with a degree in Mechanical Engineering and proudly served two years in the U.S. Army. He later earned his law degree from DePaul University and enjoyed a long career as a patent attorney until his retirement.
On June 18, 1960, Charles married Elizabeth “Betty” Mueller. Together, they recently celebrated 65 years of marriage. Charles and Betty were blessed with four children: Gregory, Kathryn (Jim Tousek), Andrew (Sue), and Stephen; as well as six cherished grandchildren: Charles, Bradley, Emilia, Rigel, Braden, and Preston.
Visitation will be held Thursday, September 18, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Glueckert Funeral Home, 1520 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, September 19, at 10:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church, Arlington Heights. Burial will follow at St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery, Palatine.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in Charles’ name to the American Diabetes Association or Alzheimer’s Association.
