Charles W. Lorenz, 77, of Des Plaines was born May 29, 1940 in Chicago to John and Alma (nee Voegel) Lorenz and passed away May 3, 2018. Charles was the beloved husband, for 58 years, of Maryann (nee Avena) Lorenz; loving brother of Arlene Miller, Robert Lorenz and the late Jack Lorenz. Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Charles was a proud veteran of the United States Army. Visitation will be Monday, May 7, 2018 from 10:00 AM until the time of the funeral service 1:00 PM at Oehler Funeral Home, 2099 Miner Street (Northwest Hwy. Rt.14 at Rand Road), Des Plaines. Interment will be in All Saints Cemetery.