Charles L. Wertheimer

CHARLES “CHARLIE” L. WERTHEIMER, age 73 of Fairborn passed away at Miami Valley Hospital on Monday, August 27, 2012. He was the son of Lee C. Wertheimer and Clara C. (Cox) Wertheimer on January 23, 1939 in Cincinnati, OH. He is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Nancy (Homan) Wertheimer; children: Thomas Cameron (& Sara) Wertheimer, Andrew C. (& Amanda) Wertheimer, Ann C. (& Samuel) Rajkovich; grandchildren: Aidan, Isaac, Helen, and Abby; brother, Thomas C. Wertheimer; sisters: Nancy L. Sevier and Jane F. Arcaya; and numerous nieces and nephews. Charlie was a Graduate of the University of Cincinnati, as well as a Graduate of the Naval Officer Candidate School, having served his country as a Lt. in the Vietnam War. He later served in the Naval Reserves. After his honorable discharge, he worked in Logistics for the United States Air Force for 36 years. Charlie was a member of the Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus – Assembly 815, having served as the Faithful Navigator, and was currently the Faithful Admiral. He was also a member of the Third Degree Knights of Columbus – Assembly 3724, and was also a longtime member of the Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church. He will be missed by all who love him. Friends may call on Friday, August 31, 5:00-8:00 PM at the Burcham Jennings Funeral Home, 119 East Main Street, Fairborn, OH, 45324. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, September 1, 2012 at 10:00 AM at the Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, 954 N. Maple Ave, Fairborn, Ohio. Father Larry Gearhart , Celebrant. Interment will follow at Fairfield Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.BurchamJennings.com