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Steve guiness
February 24, 2024
Still think of Charles,with fond memories , and our trip to Belize.
Steve Guiness 02/24/2024
Cadet OE3 john leffler
February 21, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Steve Guiness
February 20, 2023
I remember Charles fondly, I enjoyed him very much on our trip to Belize......I think of him often, with a smile on my face...
Steve Guiness
John leffler
June 23, 2021
Thankyou an my uncle donald pearson uiuc bromides equations chemical engineers
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Steve Guiness
February 20, 2019
I remember Charles fondly, I remember one day in Belize Charles wore a new burgundy jump suit........It rained.....Charles was burgundy every were the new suit touched his body.......He was a gem to be with and enjoyed his life fully.
Gregory McClure
March 15, 2018
Friend, mentor of how to be older, somewhat wiser and unusually unstuck! He drove his old Volvo as if it was a P-51 and threaded the traffic with agile enthusiasm. I rode all the way white-knuckled and seat-belted as if my life depended on it!
My web site consultancy was growing a bit like his tillandsia air plants. Little at a time, thank you and only the most unusual may apply.
Well, Charles (never call him Charlie!) was one of a kind. He let me help him, and accepted the starter design for his "web" and he was off to the races, building more and more pages, buying more and more hard drives to contain all the extra back up copies of the precious photos of air plants he loved so much. I never really did the math at any time to figure out how old he was.
He was never "old" to me as I saw him. When we first met, I was in my 60's and he was so intent and engaged in his web site, collecting the plants and showing off the small guest area in his back yard.
Plus, his sweet wife, Sauny, still working at Cal Poly and in her spare time creating the most beautiful hand woven necklace creations. Some were used in movies!
Yes, he was "spunky" and very kind to this young kid. I'm sure his spirit is doing something right now that's interesting and lots of fun.
So long, friend. I realize now, you were the grand dad I never knew until I met you. See you sometime on the other side.
Class 43-E - Dr. Dills Front Row, Fourth from Left
Laddin Montgomery
October 16, 2017
This is sad news that has only lately reached us in Alabama. Dr. Dills' name is known to local historians in Courtland, AL, a town adjacent to where he attended Basic Flight school during early 1943. He was a member of the very first cadet class to graduate from Courland - Class 43-E. We have an exhibit/memorial dedicated to him in the town history museum. Unfortunately, I only knew him briefly by virtue of help he provided through his excellent memories of Courtland Army Air Field and his experiences there. What a sharp mind! This was most helpful to us as we prepared historical markers for the site. His strong character was instantly recognizable, and left a lasting impression on me. Dr. Dills, thank you for your service.
June 22, 2016
How fortunate I was to meet Mr. Dills: he was spunky , wise, kind, and full of fascinating stories. .Blessings on him and the family. - Mrs. B.
Charles Geisler
December 16, 2014
I never met Charles however I made contact with him after finding his web page. I told him about my taking flying lessons, He said I'd never forget my solo flight. I am now 91. From what know of Charles I am honored.
Steve Guiness
May 5, 2014
So very unhappy to learn of Charles passing.....
Jeanne and Martin Hanysz & Howell
April 23, 2014
Jeanne Hanysz and Martin Howell will miss Charles. His interest in plants and giving nature has endear him to many.
Marit Thompson the Dills Family
March 18, 2014
On behalf of my family, thank you to all who have shared your stories and offered your condolences. You have warmed our hearts and lifted our spirits. A special thank you to "an old friend and colleague" who has made it possible for this guest book to stay online permanently. May you all be blessed with love, joy, and wonder.
March 17, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are you. He will be missed.
The Jerome's
Andy Kaufman
March 14, 2014
Charles was an amazing person and was not only a mentor of mine but became a special friend. Without his help, guidance and inspiration, I would have not every finished my chem class, senior project and graduate from Cal Poly. Every time I think of him, or our conversations, a huge smile always appears on my face and in my heart.
Eric Gouda
March 11, 2014
I'm very sorry to hear that Chas, as he called himself, passed away. I knew him from the Bromeliad hobby since 1993 and had a lot of correspondence with him about names etc. He was a remarkable man. Charles, rest in peace.
Bruce-Paul Scott
February 28, 2014
Mr. Dills was always a charm to talk with when he would visit my desk when I worked at the credit union.I knew right then he was a man of exceptional intelligence, charm and humor. He lived a full and complete life and is an example of humanity for us all.
Kerry Friend
February 28, 2014
I had Dr. Dills as a teacher at Poly in the last 80's. I loved his teaching style and general zany attitude. He took me flying once with another chemistry major. We paid for the gas and he took us flying up the coast and behind Hearst Castle. What a great man. I will always remember him fondly.
James White
February 27, 2014
I had Dr. Dills for a couple O-Chem classes back in the late 1980s. To this day I still think of him wearing his "Vote" jump suit on every election day. I'm sad to hear of his passing but he sure packed a lot into a long, productive life--an example for all. Rest in peace.
February 27, 2014
I knew Mr Dills during my many years working at SESLOC. And although I have been away from there for 17 years, some customers remain solid in my mind. Mr Dills was one of the few who I held in the greatest esteem. And one of the very few whom I would write in this guest book. He was personable and professional at all times and I am pleased to have known him.---Rhonda V
February 27, 2014
Rest in peace, Charlie.
Randal Cruikshanks
Jeff Sperlo
February 27, 2014
Dan, sauny merit, so sorry to here about Charles , he was a great man, like a father to me groing up. My thoughts are with you. Jeff
sheila kircher
February 27, 2014
Marit Dills was my student at Laguna Jr. High. At that early age, she demonstrated maturity, kindness and respect for others. I am sure that came from the parents who raised her! I know she will miss her Dad. My thoughts are with the Dills family. Mrs. K/Laguna Phys. Ed.
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Marit Thompson
February 26, 2014
My father, how much you will be missed is impossible for me to express. You were such a wonderful father and role model and consider myself lucky to also call you my friend. You taught me an infinite number of things, even in the end -- that we can go in peace and love with strength, acceptance, and courage. Thankful to have known you and ever blessed to call you Dad. You will remain in my heart and soul forever.
JUDY WALLEN
February 26, 2014
THE FIRST TIME I WAITED ON CHARLES DILL AT LONGS DRUGS I KNEW HE WAS A SPECIAL. WHEN I WOULD GIVE HIM HIS RX'S IN A BAG HE WOULD POUR THEM OUT ON THE COUNTER AND TELL ME "KEEP YOUR BAG". I WILL MISS YOU CHARLES DILLS.
Sandra Freeman
February 26, 2014
Dan, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You were a friend of my daughter's and were in and out of our house often. Later, I worked as a CSR for the waste collection company and always enjoyed talking to your dad when he would call, he always made me laugh! May he rest in peace.
February 26, 2014
He was a pleasant and fun colleague. My sympathy to his family. Keith Stowe
Fiona Gilsenan
February 26, 2014
I profiled Charles for a book on greenhouse gardening some years back. I spent such an enjoyable day with him as he showed me his specimens and shared his love for bromeliads. He was a true gentleman and a lover of plants.
February 26, 2014
Our old friend will be missed, we have known the whole family a very long time. We were very happy to see him the day before he passed away to say our good by s. Alice & Alan Cooper
Kevin Kephart
February 26, 2014
Rest in Peace dear friend, we will miss you
Mary Peracca
February 26, 2014
I was sad to hear of Charles' passing. I am so glad I was able to visit and appreciate your generosity in sharing so many plants from the bromeliad collection. I think of him every time I see them. It was an honor to know him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Russ and Donna Tice
February 26, 2014
Rest in peace, dear old friend and colleague. Our deepest sympathy for your family and friends. You will live on in our memories, but we will miss you greatly.
Dan Medzyk
February 26, 2014
I am sorry to hear of Mr Dills passing. He would tell stories of his time flying in WWII. I am going to miss him
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