OBITUARY
Charles Saywood Pendley
15 July, 1930 – 20 February, 2021
On Saturday, February 20, 2021, Charles Saywood Pendley (Chuck) said a peaceful farewell to his earthly life and joined his loved ones who were waiting for him in heaven. This world has lost a noble man, one whose entire life was dedicated to loving, caring and serving those around him. Chuck was born July 15, 1930, to Charles and Ellen Mary Pendley in Culver City, California. He learned early the value of working hard, being taught well by his dad, and he passed that ethic on to his children. He loved athletics, spending as many hours as possible in the California sun and the Pacific Ocean swimming, surfing, and being a lifeguard. As a student at VanNuys High School, he won awards on the track team and played football. The friendships he made in those very active years, particularly with Kenny Thompson, remained with him throughout his life. He attended college for a while before joining the U.S. Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was assigned to work in Germany and while there was selected to play football on the Air Force team. Chuck was a great story teller and loved to entertain his family and friends with stories of his youth and Air Force days.
Chuck met his future wife, Vera Warenski, during training in Tooele, Utah, before being assigned to Germany. A flirtation developed into a love and devotion that spanned the ocean. When he returned to the U.S. on leave, Chuck and Vera were married. They loved and reared their five children in Murray, Utah. Vera passed away in 1983. Chuck later married Effie Newman and enjoyed a fun-filled ten years with her until she passed away in 1995. Then in 2001, he married Nettie Bagley, and they made a wonderful life together for his remaining 20 years.
Chuck always enjoyed teaching and playing with his sons, coaching them in little league football and softball and helping them reach the proficiency needed to play these sports in high school. He played softball himself in recreational leagues, and again made life-long friends in these activities. His real passion in later years was golf.
Chuck worked hard to support his family, delivering Coca Cola to stores in Utah and Wyoming, driving dump trucks during freeway construction, and finally settling into his career employment with Chevron Oil Refinery in Woods Cross, Utah. He worked on every assignment given him from the bottom up and learned the workings of the refinery so well that he became supervisor of training for the company. He enjoyed and appreciated his work and retired from Chevron after a 40- year career there. After his retirement, Chuck drove for two limousine services and helped to bring the St. George Shuttle service into Salt Lake City.
In his early years of marriage to Vera, he was taught and became a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He loved the Savior and the Gospel and served the Lord faithfully throughout the remainder of his life. Chuck was called by President James E. Faust to serve a stake mission as companion to Gil Meier. He has many great stories about this mission, and Gil became a dear and life-long friend. For eight years, Chuck served as a veil worker in the Jordan River Temple, further enhancing his testimony of the Savior. His callings involving work with the young men in his ward were among his favorites, not only teaching and adventuring with them, but helping them become successful future leaders. These boys also became a part of his life throughout his remaining years. He served as a counselor to two bishops, then at the age of 78 was called to be bishop of the Cottonwood First Ward. He often said his years as bishop were the best of his life, and he meant that with all his heart. He was a “people” person, and so serving those around him and taking them into his heart was a most fulfilling joy in his life. He served to the age of 83.
Grandpa Chuck was a favorite playmate and a “class act” to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They will always remember their trips to Lake Powell with him. Whether it was the summer BBQs, dancing with the little ones on the grass, playing jump rope and hop scotch with the kids in first grade on grandparents day, taking them to baseball spring training in Arizona, or playing miniature cars on the floor, there was always something happening with the children. He was also a mentor and a shoulder to lean on for them when they needed him.
Chuck is survived by his wife, Nettie, his sons Terry Pendley, Jed and Wendy Pendley, and Robert and Tracie Pendley, his daughter Carolyn McDonald and his brother-in-law and sister-in-law Don and Jeannine Warenski. He has 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren, with two more on the way. He also is survived by step-sons Kurt and Kathleen Bagley and Justin Bagley, and step-daughters Angela and Kelly Foote and Jennifer and Steve Newman, with 10 more grandchildren and three more great-grandchildren. He was pre-deceased by his parents, two wives, a brother Ron Pendley, a son Ryan Pendley, a daughter-in-law Jan Pendley and a granddaughter, Allison Pendley.
Heartfelt thanks to the Quality Home Health and Hospice staff, especially Becky, Alexis, Sally, Mike, Ruth and Rachel, for the very loving care they gave to Chuck for the last year of his life, and thanks to Wasatch Lawn Memorial staff for their thoughtful, dignified and caring service.
Funeral services will be held Friday, February 26, 2021, at noon in the Cottonwood First Ward chapel, 5913 South Highland Drive, Holladay, Utah. A viewing will precede the services from 10:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. in the same building. Please wear a mask and observe social distancing. The services will be broadcast over zoom at: Topic: Funeral Service for Charles Pendley Time: Feb 26, 2021 12:00 PM Mountain Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84941165381?pwd=YitaNTJBdjg0Zk82RGwwbUFzbm0yZz09 Meeting ID: 849 4116 5381 Passcode: 84121 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbhiGiL5ip
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ADD A MEMORYRob Hughes
15 March 2021
Chuck was my little league football coach. A great teacher an leader.
RIP
Melanie and Jeff Wheelwright
28 February 2021
Chuck was the nicest friendly person. We met him by way of Nettie Bagely. She was a friend of ours when we lived in the First Ward. Wonderful obituary. Bless you Nettie and all his family.
Al and Ann Kessler
27 February 2021
I am sorry to have missed the tribute for Chuck. The newspaper came an hour after the funeral service was completed.
I remember Chuck and Vera from the South Cottonwood 3rd Ward in the mid 1970s, where we were members of the 243rd Quorum of Seventy, sharing the Gospel with our neighbors. On into the 1980s, we served as High Priests. We play Ward Baseball and Scouted as leaders, teaching and enjoying the youth. He helped with fund raising projects with fertilizer from Chevron. Chuck moved after Vera passed. Chuck was a people guy and fun to be with in service to others. Later, we would see each other and meet his other wives and they loved him dearly. He was one of our Heavenly Father's gift to be around. Thanks Chuck, I'll be looking for you when I get there.
Lynn Lehmann
25 February 2021
We have known Nettie and Chuck for eons. Great people! It has been our good fortune to have known them. Chuck is a good man. -Lynn and Kerry Lehmann
Meredith Palfreyman
24 February 2021
Chuck was always so kind to me. He always had an infectious smile and always asked me about my life. The Rose family sends our deepest condolences to Nettie and the entire Pendley family.
Brad Bunker
24 February 2021
Coach Chuck spent several years enduring my bad baseball play. He was a great leader. I have many great memories playing baseball, basketball and music with his son Robert. It sounds like he had a long and wonderful life. I'm happy for him.
Brad Bunker
Mary Bendixen
24 February 2021
Nettie, we are sorry for your loss. Thank you for bringing him into the family. What a wonderful blessing to have Chuck as your husband. He was your knight in shining armor and treated you like gold. What a gentleman, kind and gracious to everyone. Chuck will be greatly missed.
Our warmest aloha,
Glen and Mary (Benson) Bendixen
Barbara Bale Prescott
23 February 2021
Chuck was such a lovely man and a very very treasured and dear friend to our family and especially our Father Jack Bale. Jack loved Chuck like a brother and it makes my heart so happy that they are renewing and celebrating their eternal friendship now. My deepest love to all of you and thanks in my heart for the place Chuck holds there. God Bless you all.
Megan McDonald
23 February 2021
Grandpa
Thank you. Thank you for Lake Powell adventures with Coca Cola, breezin’, cliff jumping and raucous tube rides. Thank you for teaching me how to paint a fence and the importance of Chevron gas along with regular car maintenance. Thank you for being my number one fan at basketball games, music performances, graduations and every day life. Thank you for helping me know my grandmother with your tender memories and devotion. Thank you for showing me what unconditional love is and what it looks like to do the right things for the right reasons. I can only hope to have a life as big as your smile.
Thank you Nettie. Thank you for bringing your love into our lives. What a special experience to watch your grandpa fall head over heels in love with such a beautiful person. He found a heart as big as his in you.
Justina McCandless
23 February 2021
My condolences to Nettie and Chuck's family. Bishop Pendley will always have a special place in my heart. He believed in me and encouraged me. He was kind and thoughtful. He awarded me my Young Woman's Medallion and supported me in going on my mission. He even attended my wedding! I really can't say where I'd be now if it weren't for Bishop Pendley's love and support. An amazing man! Sending love from Germany
Justina McCandless
23 February 2021
My condolences to Nettie and Chuck's family. Bishop Pendley will always have a special place in my heart. He believed in me and encouraged me. He was kind and thoughtful. He awarded me my Young Woman's Medallion and supported me in going on my mission. He even attended my wedding! I really can't say where I'd be now if it weren't for Bishop Pendley's love and support. An amazing man! Sending love from Germany
Brooke Lemburg
22 February 2021
I have so many great memories of Chuck as I was growing up. I am grateful for his welcoming smile and interest in our lives. He and Nettie have been great friends and opera buddies of my parents for a long time and I know he will be missed. I love you and hope you find peace through the tough times ahead without him. Nettie, your loving care of him is an inspiration for me too.
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Chuck at 7
months
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Chuck with his father.
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Chuck riding a bike at the age of 4.
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Most of Chuck's Air Force days were spent in Germany.
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Chuck married Vera while on leave from Germany. They began a wonderful life together.
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Chuck is the man at the far right in a high school play.
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Air Force days in the early 1950s.
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After he left the military, one of the jobs Chuck did to help support his family was driving for Coca Cola. Here he is standing beside his truck.
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Football buddies remembering their days at Van Nuys High School.
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The happy couple, Chuck and Vera.
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Model clothing during high school days for a clothing company's newspaper ad.
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Chuck and Vera with their children: Terry, Carolyn, Jed, Robert and Ryan.
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Chuck found his career at the Chevron Refinery in North Salt Lake. Here he poses with his crew.
From the Family
After learning the workings of the refinery from the bottom up, Chuck became supervisor of training at Chevron. Here he conducts business in his office. He retired after 40 years at Chevron.
From the Family
Each spring Chuck would babysit in Arizona while Jed and Wendy attended a conference. He loved it for many reasons: the children were not babies, he loved them to pieces, he took them to baseball spring training, and the children entertained him.
From the Family
It's not often the entire group of children can be together with their dad at one time. It happened at Taylor's wedding. Ryan, Robert, Carolyn, Chuck, Terry and Jed.
From the Family
A great father and daughter relationship. Chuck and all his family call Carolyn by her nickname, Sister
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Sharing a moment with Alisa at Megan's wedding.
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Grandpa loved having Megan bring Michael over to play. They all had a great time together.
From the Family
Grandpa enjoyed Max's fire station birthday party.
From the Family
The McDonald, Bowman, and McSmith grandchildren gather on and around Grandpa Chuck.
From the Family
Taylor's family and Robert came to visit Grandpa Chuck.
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Cassie, Lillie and Barrett at the cemetery after Grandma Bird's funeral.
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The Pendley boys: Chase, Robert, Ryan, Chuck, Jed, Terry.
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Happy Birthday from much of the Pendley clan.
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Robert joined Taylor and his sons, Ryder, Walker and Axel, in visiting Grandpa Chuck.
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Looking back at the younger days of Robert and Tracie, their sons, Taylor and Chase, and Grandpa Pendley.
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Brother Ron, Grandpa Saywood and Chuck, home on leave.
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Celebrating Cassie's graduation with Jed and Wendy's family.
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Chuck and Robert always loved watching Taylor (and Chase) play football.
From the Family
Chuck and Effie had a great 10 years together. Lots of trips, fun parties and a good life.
From the Family
It's always a good time when Don and Jeannene Warenski are around--really great people! Don is Vera's brother and Jeannene is his beautiful wife.
From the Family
Mindy, Max, Michael and Andrew entertain Grandpa Chuck.
From the Family
Chuck and Terry in father/son chat featured in The Standard Oiler.
From the Family
The Pacific Ocean was always a draw for Chuck. Here is during his trip to Oceanside, California.
From the Family
It was a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Israel in 1999. Here Chuck poses at the top of the Masada.
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Young Chuck enjoying the California sun.
From the Family
Wedding day, July 16, 2001--the beginning of 20-years filled with goodness, happiness and love.
From the Family
Another of Chuck's adventures was when he worked for the Coca Cola company, escorting busloads of guests to the various events at the 2002 Winter Olympics.
From the Family
Chuck is middle front in this photo of the group that toured Israel together. Behind is the Dome of the Rock in Palestine.
From the Family
Effie made the best Halloween costumes. Here she is Dorothy and Chuck is the Tin man.
From the Family
Dancing at Nettie's granddaughter Chelsea's wedding reception. A favorite activity for the two of them.
From the Family
A real blessing for Chuck to be able to be at Chase and Kalli's
wedding in the Salt Lake Temple.
From the Family
Golfing became Chuck's sport of choice during his time at Chevron and after his retirement. He became quite good at it, but really played for the enjoyment.
From the Family
As bishop, Chuck conducted the program at the 100-year anniversary program.
From the Family
Grandpa is in his earthly heaven when he is snuggling his great-grandchildren. This time it is Max, Dallin and Addie.
From the Family
When there were some changes made for moving and other assignments, the bishopric included Darrrell Johnson, Alan Boardman, Tres Romney, Chuck Pendley, and Michael Vance. Chuck loved his calling as bishop.
From the Family
Chuck played a terrific Scrooge at a ward Christmas party.
From the Family
Included in Chuck's bishopric at the beginning were Darrell Johnson, James Nebeker, Lance May, Chuck Pendley and Tres Romney.
From the Family
Chuck was a man with a heart that could love his step-children and grandchildren as if they were his own. Here he is with Addy, Jennifer, Justin, Andrew, Angela, Kurt and Kathleen.
From the Family
The bishop and his counselors helping out at a youth camp. Chuck, Tres and Michael.
From the Family
Chuck had a very special relationship with his step-grandson, Nate, who loved riding the mower with Grandpa.
From the Family
Enjoying the 100-year anniversary celebration of the Cottonwood First Ward.
From the Family
Chuck and Nettie had a very enjoyable and educational trip to Washington, D.C.
From the Family
Friendships can be forever, and this one will be. Chuck is here with his friend, Kenny Thompson, who passed away in 2008, and with Kenny's wife, Elaine. Their friendship began in high school and grew stronger with each year.
From the Family
Here he is opening a card and gift while Andrew coaches him.
From the Family
Farewell, dear Chuck, until we meet again.
From the Family
July 18, 2020. It was Grandpa's 90th birthday, and all those who could avoid the Covid rampage came to celebrate. He enjoyed every bit of it and again entertained us with stories.
From the Family
July 26, 2021. A beautiful farewell to a beautiful man. We all will miss you and look forward to that day when we'll be together again.
From the Family
How Chuck loved Christmas. He loved the decorations and the visitors, and he even enjoyed opening presents. This was his 2020 Christmas.
From the Family
This poem was written by Jennifer Newman as she sat with Chuck and Nettie during their last hours together on earth.
From the Family
Chuck was GRANDPA to Spencer, Addison, Hallie and Nate. They loved him as their very own.
From the Family
Cassie, Colby and Zach made a visit to see Grandpa Chuck when they were in town from Gilbert, Arizona, Chicago, Illinois, and Toronto, Canada. Chuck always smiles when his grandchildren and great-grandchildren are around.
From the Family
Kato was great company to Chuck after Effie passed away.
From the Family
A happy group at Chase and Kalli's wedding. Chuck was thrilled that he could be there.
From the Family
Ezna and Chuck dancing at a Christmas Party when she was 98 years old.
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Ed McDonald and Chuck comparing canes.
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Chuck loved Ezna and took care of her until she passed away at the age of 102.
Chuck loved Ezna and took good care of her until she was 102 years old. She was like a second mother to Chuck and Nettie.
From the Family
In late 2019, this photo was taken of the surviving bishops of the Cottonwood First Ward. Chuck is front and center and the oldest of the group.
From the Family
It was always fun to have a sleepover on the sofa with Grandpa Chuck. Spencer, Hallie and Grandpa are snoozing, but Addy looks a little suspect.
From the Family
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Chuck at 7
months
From the Family
Chuck with his father.
From the Family
Chuck riding a bike at the age of 4.
From the Family
Most of Chuck's Air Force days were spent in Germany.
From the Family
Chuck married Vera while on leave from Germany. They began a wonderful life together.
From the Family
Chuck is the man at the far right in a high school play.
From the Family
Air Force days in the early 1950s.
From the Family
After he left the military, one of the jobs Chuck did to help support his family was driving for Coca Cola. Here he is standing beside his truck.
From the Family
Football buddies remembering their days at Van Nuys High School.
From the Family
The happy couple, Chuck and Vera.
From the Family
Model clothing during high school days for a clothing company's newspaper ad.
From the Family
Chuck and Vera with their children: Terry, Carolyn, Jed, Robert and Ryan.
From the Family
Chuck found his career at the Chevron Refinery in North Salt Lake. Here he poses with his crew.
From the Family
After learning the workings of the refinery from the bottom up, Chuck became supervisor of training at Chevron. Here he conducts business in his office. He retired after 40 years at Chevron.
From the Family
Each spring Chuck would babysit in Arizona while Jed and Wendy attended a conference. He loved it for many reasons: the children were not babies, he loved them to pieces, he took them to baseball spring training, and the children entertained him.
From the Family
It's not often the entire group of children can be together with their dad at one time. It happened at Taylor's wedding. Ryan, Robert, Carolyn, Chuck, Terry and Jed.
From the Family
A great father and daughter relationship. Chuck and all his family call Carolyn by her nickname, Sister
From the Family
Sharing a moment with Alisa at Megan's wedding.
From the Family
Grandpa loved having Megan bring Michael over to play. They all had a great time together.
From the Family
Grandpa enjoyed Max's fire station birthday party.
From the Family
The McDonald, Bowman, and McSmith grandchildren gather on and around Grandpa Chuck.
From the Family
Taylor's family and Robert came to visit Grandpa Chuck.
From the Family
Cassie, Lillie and Barrett at the cemetery after Grandma Bird's funeral.
From the Family
The Pendley boys: Chase, Robert, Ryan, Chuck, Jed, Terry.
From the Family
Happy Birthday from much of the Pendley clan.
From the Family
Robert joined Taylor and his sons, Ryder, Walker and Axel, in visiting Grandpa Chuck.
From the Family
Looking back at the younger days of Robert and Tracie, their sons, Taylor and Chase, and Grandpa Pendley.
From the Family
Brother Ron, Grandpa Saywood and Chuck, home on leave.
From the Family
From the Family
Celebrating Cassie's graduation with Jed and Wendy's family.
From the Family
Chuck and Robert always loved watching Taylor (and Chase) play football.
From the Family
Chuck and Effie had a great 10 years together. Lots of trips, fun parties and a good life.
From the Family
It's always a good time when Don and Jeannene Warenski are around--really great people! Don is Vera's brother and Jeannene is his beautiful wife.
From the Family
Mindy, Max, Michael and Andrew entertain Grandpa Chuck.
From the Family
Chuck and Terry in father/son chat featured in The Standard Oiler.
From the Family
The Pacific Ocean was always a draw for Chuck. Here is during his trip to Oceanside, California.
From the Family
It was a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Israel in 1999. Here Chuck poses at the top of the Masada.
From the Family
Young Chuck enjoying the California sun.
From the Family
Wedding day, July 16, 2001--the beginning of 20-years filled with goodness, happiness and love.
From the Family
Another of Chuck's adventures was when he worked for the Coca Cola company, escorting busloads of guests to the various events at the 2002 Winter Olympics.
From the Family
Chuck is middle front in this photo of the group that toured Israel together. Behind is the Dome of the Rock in Palestine.
From the Family
Effie made the best Halloween costumes. Here she is Dorothy and Chuck is the Tin man.
From the Family
Dancing at Nettie's granddaughter Chelsea's wedding reception. A favorite activity for the two of them.
From the Family
A real blessing for Chuck to be able to be at Chase and Kalli's
wedding in the Salt Lake Temple.
From the Family
Golfing became Chuck's sport of choice during his time at Chevron and after his retirement. He became quite good at it, but really played for the enjoyment.
From the Family
As bishop, Chuck conducted the program at the 100-year anniversary program.
From the Family
Grandpa is in his earthly heaven when he is snuggling his great-grandchildren. This time it is Max, Dallin and Addie.
From the Family
When there were some changes made for moving and other assignments, the bishopric included Darrrell Johnson, Alan Boardman, Tres Romney, Chuck Pendley, and Michael Vance. Chuck loved his calling as bishop.
From the Family
Chuck played a terrific Scrooge at a ward Christmas party.
From the Family
Included in Chuck's bishopric at the beginning were Darrell Johnson, James Nebeker, Lance May, Chuck Pendley and Tres Romney.
From the Family
Chuck was a man with a heart that could love his step-children and grandchildren as if they were his own. Here he is with Addy, Jennifer, Justin, Andrew, Angela, Kurt and Kathleen.
From the Family
The bishop and his counselors helping out at a youth camp. Chuck, Tres and Michael.
From the Family
Chuck had a very special relationship with his step-grandson, Nate, who loved riding the mower with Grandpa.
From the Family
Enjoying the 100-year anniversary celebration of the Cottonwood First Ward.
From the Family
Chuck and Nettie had a very enjoyable and educational trip to Washington, D.C.
From the Family
Friendships can be forever, and this one will be. Chuck is here with his friend, Kenny Thompson, who passed away in 2008, and with Kenny's wife, Elaine. Their friendship began in high school and grew stronger with each year.
From the Family
Here he is opening a card and gift while Andrew coaches him.
From the Family
Farewell, dear Chuck, until we meet again.
From the Family
July 18, 2020. It was Grandpa's 90th birthday, and all those who could avoid the Covid rampage came to celebrate. He enjoyed every bit of it and again entertained us with stories.
From the Family
July 26, 2021. A beautiful farewell to a beautiful man. We all will miss you and look forward to that day when we'll be together again.
From the Family
How Chuck loved Christmas. He loved the decorations and the visitors, and he even enjoyed opening presents. This was his 2020 Christmas.
From the Family
This poem was written by Jennifer Newman as she sat with Chuck and Nettie during their last hours together on earth.
From the Family
Chuck was GRANDPA to Spencer, Addison, Hallie and Nate. They loved him as their very own.
From the Family
Cassie, Colby and Zach made a visit to see Grandpa Chuck when they were in town from Gilbert, Arizona, Chicago, Illinois, and Toronto, Canada. Chuck always smiles when his grandchildren and great-grandchildren are around.
From the Family
Kato was great company to Chuck after Effie passed away.
From the Family
A happy group at Chase and Kalli's wedding. Chuck was thrilled that he could be there.
From the Family
Ezna and Chuck dancing at a Christmas Party when she was 98 years old.
From the Family
Ed McDonald and Chuck comparing canes.
From the Family
Chuck loved Ezna and took care of her until she passed away at the age of 102.
Chuck loved Ezna and took good care of her until she was 102 years old. She was like a second mother to Chuck and Nettie.
From the Family
In late 2019, this photo was taken of the surviving bishops of the Cottonwood First Ward. Chuck is front and center and the oldest of the group.
From the Family
It was always fun to have a sleepover on the sofa with Grandpa Chuck. Spencer, Hallie and Grandpa are snoozing, but Addy looks a little suspect.