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Charles Sydow Obituary
Charles M. Sydow, age 70, a Whitelaw resident, died Tuesday morning, September 3, 2013, following a courageous six year battle with cancer, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, surrounded by his loving family.
Charles was born on November 10, 1942 in Manitowoc, son of the late Charles L. & Arlene (Herrmann) Sydow. He graduated from Mishicot High School, Class of 1960. Charles worked in the water conditioning service for 49 years. He was the past owner and operator of Charlie's "Diamond" Soft Water. He was presently employed with Culligan Water Conditioning Service, where he received numerous sales awards. Charles was a member of the Manitowoc County Reserve Deputy Sheriff Division for 35 years, achieving the rank of Sergeant. He was an avid outdoor enthusiast and especially enjoyed watching the white tail deer that were on his property.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law: Charles A. & Dawn Sydow, Wasilla, AK; two daughters and sons-in-law: Lisa & Tracy Temme, Laurie & Mark Eberhardt, all of Manitowoc; nine grandchildren; special friends: Charlotte Baker, RaeLee & Mark Schreiber, Roni & Todd Meuller and Renee Boyd; and the mother of their children: Shirley Hoffmann. He is further survived by other relatives, many friends and his cat Putter.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 7, 2013 at The All-Care Center, Manitowoc (directly across the street from The Pfeffer Funeral Home). Officiating at the Service will be the Rev. Richard Klingeisen with burial at Branch Evergreen Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends at The All-Care Center, Manitowoc (directly across the street from The Pfeffer Funeral Home), from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, September 6, 2013. Friends may also call Saturday morning from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.pfefferfuneralhome.com
Charles wishes to express his gratitude to Dr. Benham, Dr. Saphner and Dr. Barylak for the excellent care and concern they extended to him as well as his family. He also wishes to express his heartfelt gratitude towards the staff at the Vince Lombardi Cancer Center, Two Rivers, who are truly angels of mercy.
A special thank you to his caregivers: Carol Sheffer, Cindy Sheffer, Abbey Jones, the VNA Hospice Staff and Shady Lane Nursing Care Center Staff for their care of Charles during his last days.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Sydow
September 6, 2013
Laurie & Mark, Extremely sorry for the loss of Charlie, I met him many years ago, always a happy guy...take care, Scott & Chris Hallfrisch
Kim Siebert
September 6, 2013
I was shocked when my Mom told me of your Dad's passing. May you have my deepest sympathy at this time and God's blessings to you are your family. Your Dad will always be remembered... he was one of a kind!
Betty & Jerry Havlovitz
September 6, 2013
Our love and prayers go out to all of Charlie's family. He was a special person and classmate of 1960 and will be missed at our class reunions.
Michelle Ruether
September 5, 2013
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Sydow Family. I will always remember the encouraging words and laughs that I had with Charlie while working with him at MTSO. Rest in Peace my friend
Jason & Lois Andrews
September 5, 2013
We want to express our deepest sympathy on your loss of your loved one. No words, no matter how tender can touch what you're feeling or soften the heartache inside. We hope it helps in some way simply to know that we care about you and your family and share in your sadness. Again we express our sympathy.
Shelly Duellman
September 5, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow.
September 5, 2013
God's Blessings to the Sydow family:
John enjoyed being a co-worker and friend to Charlie. He was a Great guy! You have our sincere sympathy.
John & Dorothy Kimme
Jim, Tina, Justin and Cody Bruckschen
September 5, 2013
Dear Sydow family, Your dad was an inspiration to alot of people. We will dearly miss him. We will always have a special place in our hearts for Charlie. He was my husband's Jim boss at CDSW. Charlie also did me the honor of giving me away at my wedding. I will always remember that. Thank you Charlie for your kindness, friendship and God Bless Charlie and Sydow family. We love you Charlie!
Linda & Randy Johnson
September 5, 2013
May Charlie's family be blessed with many fond memories of this special person. He put 110% into everything he ever did including the fight for his life. He was our feisty teddy bear, a man of great strength who was a great listener. We will miss our co-worker dearly. We will see you again, friend.
Kim Skrzycke
September 5, 2013
Our sympathy to Charlies family. He was a great guy and a lot of fun to work with at MTSO. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Keith Meyer
September 5, 2013
My sympathy to the Sydow family. Charlie was a great neighbor. We enjoyed many good talks while walking on Rockwood rd. He will be missed. God bless.
Joyce Herrmann
September 4, 2013
My deepest sympathies to all of you who have loved and lost this fine man, who had a huge heart! Rest in peace, Bud, will miss your stories and laugh!
Lori Krueger
September 4, 2013
Charlie always had a smile and was great to work with. He will be missed by many. Prayers to the Sydow family!
Debby Cook
September 4, 2013
My heart goes out to Charlie's loved ones. He will be missed by many. R.I.P. Charlie. I will never forget the good times that we shared at MTSO
September 4, 2013
Our sympathies to Charlie's family,he will be missed. Loved his sense of humor, and his determination to keep working . He was a great patient and loved by many. God Bless Sue Riesterer
Sandy & Larry Keslin
September 4, 2013
It was wonderful knowing Charlie as a former co-worker and friend. He had a heart of gold and may he rest in peace. Our sympathy goes to his family and Charlotte too.
Larry & Mary Conrad
September 4, 2013
Gods blessing's to the Sydow Family during this difficult time.
Sgt.Sydow aka: Charlie,you always had our back.You will be missed.
Larry Conrad-retired detective-MTSO
Brian Reedy
September 4, 2013
My sympathies to the Sydow family. I enjoyed working with him at MTSO. Charlie you will be sadly missed. RIP.
September 4, 2013
Dad, I will miss your incredible sense of humor, your feistiness, your amazing work ethic, and your generous heart. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to care for you as you cared for me. Rest in peace, Sargeant 602. Until we meet again....may you rest in the arms of Jesus. Your daughter, Laurie
September 4, 2013
Dad, I will miss your incredible sense of humor, your feistiness, your amazing work ethic, and your generous heart. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to care for you as you cared for me. Rest in peace, Sargeant 602. Until we meet again....may your rest in the arms of Jesus. Your daughter, Laurie
Dave Flemal
September 4, 2013
RIP Charlie, it was great working and learning from you
Mark S. Anderson
September 4, 2013
RIP Charlie, it was always fun working with you long ago in the Sheriff's Reserve.
Rose A Flores
September 4, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. My sympathy to the Sydow family.
Rick Van Seters
September 4, 2013
My sympathies to the Sydow family. I enjoyed working with Charlie for years and will miss him.
Chad and Kari Ullman
September 4, 2013
Extra thoughts and prayers from our family to yours
Tim O'Hearn
September 4, 2013
My sympathy to Charlies family, I enjoyed working with him at the S.O.
Rebecca Wilinski
September 4, 2013
My sympathies to your family. May he rest In Peace.
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