Charles F Schredder

Charles was a man with a big heart and a gift for making people smile. Generous, caring, and easy going, he made friends quickly and was loved by all who knew him. He had a jovial spirit, a lovable personality, and a way of bringing warmth and laughter even on hard days. His good humor put people at ease, and his friendliness made strangers feel like old friends. He could find common ground with anyone, and people loved being around him as much for his kind heart as for the laughter he shared.

There was something about Charles that drew people to him naturally and his company was easy to enjoy. He cared deeply, gave generously, and offered understanding and forgiveness freely. The affection so many felt for him was a reflection of the warmth he brought into their lives.

Charles was a very hard worker who put his heart into what he did. Born in Newport Beach, he held a lifelong love for the ocean and surfing, and a good tennis match.

Charles is survived by his partner, Suzan; his parents, Greg and Cecile; his daughter, Charlotte, and her husband, Benjamin; his son, Spencer, and his wife, Cassi; and his four grandchildren, Wren, RJ, Riley, and Cal.

His family and friends will miss his laughter, his caring heart, and simply being with him. His absence will be felt in the everyday moments—the conversations, the shared jokes, and the times they would have spent together. He will be missed more than words can say and remembered always with love.

Charles’ family knows how deeply Charles was loved by so many people, and how many lives he touched.

To honor his memory, we plan to hold a celebration of life at a further date, bringing together the many family, friends and loved ones who were fortunate enough to love him. We hope this gathering will provide an opportunity for all who loved Charles to come together, find comfort in one another, share stories and cherished memories, and, above all, celebrate the amazing guy he was. We will share these details as soon as possible.

The online obituary, guestbook, and memorial tribute are available at www.GrossFuneralHome.com.