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1934
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2021
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Richard Chartier Obituary
CHARTIER, Richard L. “Dick”; of Clarkston; went to be with his Lord June 11, 2021 surrounded by the love of his family, in the comfort of his home; age 86. Beloved husband of Jeanne for over 64 years; Cherished father of Susan Chartier, Nancy Chartier, David (Janice) Chartier, Dree Chartier, and Bethny Lee Chartier; Proud grandpa of Courtney (Ron) Newton, Erin (Michael) Kramer, Jennifer McVay, Kimberlee (Jeff) Cornillie, Sarah (Will) York, Andrew (Kyle Kijorski) Wint, Samantha (Paul) Wint, Alex (Lexie Causley) Wint; Special great-grandfather of Tyrus, Bryant, Easton, Theo, Benjamin, Elizabeth, Alison, Quinn and Emmett. Brother of Marie (late Ronald) Lowes. Preceded in death by his parents, Francis “Conk” (Margaret) Chartier and his siblings Frank (Margaret) Chartier and Ann (Harvey) Ward.
Dick proudly served in the Michigan State Police for 26 years, 15 as part of the Canine Unit. He then continued his service by working for Oakland County’s Public Safety Division for 15 years.
A Private Family gathering will be held to celebrate his life. Interment with Committal Prayers will be at Holy Cross Cemetery, Marine City.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages memorial donations be made to two specific organizations, special to Dick’s heart.
(1) Michigan State Police Canine Unit. Please send a check made payable to the Michigan State Police Canine Unit, 2615 Port Lansing Rd, Lansing MI 48906. These donations are used to buy protective equipment for canines and handlers and are also used on occasion toward the purchase of new canines.
(2) St. Joseph's Indian School. 1301 North Main Street, Chamberlain, SD 57325. These donations will help Provide for the needs of Lakota (Sioux) youngsters at St. Joseph's Indian School.
Please share a memory or condolence on Dick’s online guestbook below.
Memories and Condolences
for Richard Chartier
Jeff Hemingway
June 20, 2021
Worked with Dick at Public Safety for a few years, the ultimate professional and family man!
Jeff Ware
June 19, 2021
Thanks for all you did Dick. It looks like you had a good life...you deserved all of it!
Joe Koenig
June 19, 2021
Dick was a wonderful man and a tribute to the Michigan State Police. His humor was second only to his abilities to get the job done. He left his mark, and a good one, wherever he went. Dick was very special.
Bill Hendrick
June 19, 2021
Two words fit Dick, “ nice guy”. A great partner for 5 years
Steve Boven
June 19, 2021
Sympathy to all the family members. We were fellow Canine Handlers in the MSP. We were also Detective Sergeants together at the Pontiac Post.
Cynthia Sheffield
June 18, 2021
Sending love & prayers to your family! From the Sheffields
Bill Bookie
June 17, 2021
Finest state trooper I have ever known. Enjoyed working with him.
Mike Seurynck
June 14, 2021
I’ll always remember Uncle Dick!! He was so fun to be around and taught us street smarts. Like the time he brought a plumber out to the rental cottage in Gatlinburg at the reunion only to have the guy come back with moonshine. He was always fun to be around and I’ll always remember his laugh. Mostly because I heard it often. That was Him!! We’ll miss you and love you Uncle Dick!! Our prayers for Aunt Jeannie, Susan, Dave, Tree, and Bethy.
Randy Armstrong
June 14, 2021
I had the pleasure of working a couple of cases with Dick and I must say he represented the Michigan State Police very well. He was kind, sensitive and firm in his dealing with the public as well as other agencies. Dick Chartier was one of the good guys and I was blessed to have known him. My condolence to his family for your loss.
Gordon and Nancy Mason
June 13, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. A great man.
Joanne & Mike Gemborys
June 13, 2021
We are so sad to hear of Dick's passing. When our children were young we enjoyed many great times with Dick and Jean along with Dree, Andrew, Samantha and Alex! He was always up for talking about sports and he made conversations very easy. He was also quite the athlete having played catcher in the minors. Dick was such a kind and humble man! It was always great to see him at St. Daniel's Catholic Church. Most importantly Dick was a dedicated husband, father and grandfather...you will be greatly missed.
Our Prayers are with you all. Love, The Gemborys' Family
"May the angels welcome you to paradise, may the martyrs greet you on your way, may you see the face of the Lord this day. Alleluia, Alleluia."
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