Charles Martin Severance graduated to his eternal home on November 11, 2020. He was born to Rollin and Henrietta Severance on April 14, 1928. Charles was one of seven children and was predeceased by his parents, five siblings, and his beloved son Duane Charles Severance. He is survived by his loving wife of seventy years, Gloria, his daughter Deb, son-in-law Ted, as well as five grandsons, three granddaughters and seven great grandchildren.
Charles graduated from Saginaw High School and began working for Severance Tool, a company his father started during World War II. He wore many hats during his life-long employment, including General Manager, treasurer, and overall handyman for machine repairs when needed. He also collaborated with Dr. Robert Milton Hall on the invention of the high speed drill used during oral surgery.
His many interests and talents were generously applied in his community in service to the Saginaw Rescue Mission, Habitat for Humanity, Second Presbyterian Church and Chapter Head for the Society of Manufacturing Engineers for many years.
Charles had a deep abiding faith in Jesus as his Lord and Savior, and was a devoted family man. Two days before his passing found him calling many family members bidding farewell and reminding them to “keep the Faith” and “stay close to the Lord”.
Many special memories of times spent together will be treasured by all who loved him until we meet again.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at 2:00 pm at The Church at Horseshoe Bay.
Online condolences may be made at: www.clementswilcoxfuneralhome.com
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to:
Samaritan’s Purse
PO Box 3000
Boone, NC 28607
https://www.samaritanspurse.org/
Or
The Church at Horseshoe Bay
PO Box 8295
Horseshoe Bay, TX 78657
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