Chuck, as everyone called him, was born on August 11, 1925 in Spokane, Washington. He passed away at the age of 98 on July 15, 2024. A long life, well lived, in mostly Boulder County. His parents were Charles Henry and Vida Cree Stiles.
He served his country during WWII in the US Navy from August 1942 to August 1946. He sailed to several countries in the Pacific Ocean during his time served, such as Australia, New Guinea, Okinawa, Marianna Islands and Hawaii.
He married Jacqueline J. Herring in June of 1946. After his release from the Navy they settled in Sacramento, CA until the outbreak of the Korean Conflict. To be closer to Jackie’s parents they moved to Boulder where they lived for over 54 years.
Chuck worked for City Plumbing and Heating and later started Columbine Appliance Service business. He retired in 1985 and sold the business to Doug Salmen, his son-in-law. Columbine Appliance is now owned by Chuck’s grandson, Jeff.
Chuck loved to work in his woodworking shop, and other hobbies such as silversmithing and stained glass. His to devotion to his dogs brought him much joy.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and later, his wife Jackie of 59 years in 2005. He is survived by his 3 daughters, Kathy,( Jim Lechman) Sandra, and Terri (Ahmad Alkayali), 4 grandchildren, Kim, Jeff, David and Michael, 3 Step-granddaughters, Sarah, Aisha, and Rachael and 11 grandchildren and 8 Great grandchildren.
The internment will be at Mountain View Cemetery in Boulder August 13th with a Celebration of Life afterwards.
In lieu of flowers we request a donation to the Boulder Humane Society.
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