Charles (Chuck) L. Chase, 69 passed away on September 21, 2016 after a short illness. Son of the late Lewis and Gloria (Cartwright) Chase. Married to Debra (LaPointe) for 43 years. Loving father to Diana (Robert) Baker and David (Shannon) Chase. Beloved brother to Karl (Linda) Chase and the late Karen (Steven) Smith. Devoted Grandfather to Erica (Frank) Baker-Davoli, Sarah Baker, Devin and Alyssa Chase. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Chuck graduated from Lake Shore High School and remained active on his class reunion committee to the end. He pursued a higher education in Mathematics before turning to a career in Automotive aftermarket sales. He was an avid sports fan and gardener. His love of NASCAR and car racing started young with his father and continued to grow throughout the years. He loved to play hockey, softball, bowl and golf on occasion. He was a die hard Red Wings, Lions and Tigers fan. He also enjoyed fishing, his flower and vegetable gardens. Legendary to many for the salsa that he made and loved. Equally as legendary for the jokes by those that were unable to eat it due to the heat factor.
A Memorial Service is to be held at Pixley Funeral Home, 3530 Auburn Road, Auburn Hills MI on Thursday, September 29th from 3-7pm with a short service at 7pm. Cremation has taken place and a private inurnment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Trinity Lutheran Church Youth Group, 45160 VanDyke Ave., Utica, MI 48317 (586-731-4490); www.trinityutica.com).
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