Dr. Charles "Chuck" Laser

Dr. CHARLES "CHUCK" LASER, age 89, of Deerfield Beach, Florida passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2022. CHARLES was born July 8, 1933, in Farmington, Michigan. Chuck lived a life extraordinaire, although he wouldn't think so, himself. That was Chuck. He befriended people wherever he went, locally and around the world. The son of Charles and Gertrude Laser (Aeiken), Chuck came from very humble beginnings. Born in Farmington Michigan, his family moved to West Branch to get away from the "rough life" of a city for their boys Charles and Donald. Chuck first helped his dad with his sign business, then went on to form his own tree trimming company. He later joined the West Branch Sherrif's office in helping to transport and watch over those who were put in jail. From there, Chuck went on to many adventures in life. After a short stint at Northwestern Technical College in the Michigan UP, he joined the Army where he was stationed in Germany as a secretary from his quick thinking and sharp office skills, It was there he formed "Die Bruken" (The Bridge) - a social club aimed to bring the people of East Germany and the United States together. When he was discharged Chuck became interested and involved in politics. This led him out to California where he was the financial campaign manager for Barry Goldwater. After the campaign he was offered a position in Washington D.C. as the head fundraiser for the Republican Party. Chuck became disillusioned after a year and left to go back to Bay City, Michigan where he opened Laser Advertising. It was there he met Glenda, the love of his life. They married in 1972 and spent 48 wonderful years together. They both ran their businesses Laser Advertising and a woman's boutique. During that time, Chuck was enamored by the oil business and that was the beginning of Laser Exploration. Glenda morally supported his foray into local politics and when they moved to Grand Blanc, Michigan, Chuck became the President of the Flint Republican Club. Then again, as President of the Boca Raton Republican Club, when he and Glenda moved to Deerfield Beach, Florida to be closer to daughter Susan. Chuck stayed a "Wildcatter" until his untimely illness. He received an honorary Doctor of Laws from Northwood University for his philanthropy and helpful ways to anyone who needed it. He gave advice and courage to others to go out and make their mark in the world. Chuck was ways helping people, donating to a dozen different causes. He was still active in helping with Changing Lives (an organization in Boca to help the homeless) until he fell ill. He is proceeded in death by his wife, Glenda (Johnson) and brother "Don" Donald Laser. He is survived by his daughter and her husband, Susan (Laser) (Jim Scherer), granddaughter Rachael Rocher (Victor) and great-granddaughter Emery.

There will be a "Celebration of Life" on Saturday, October 15 at 11:00 a.m. at the Babione-Kraeer Funeral Home in Boca Raton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Changing Lives, 215 North Federal Highway, Boca Raton, Fl. 33432.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.babionesouthflorida.com for the LASER family.