Charles A. Aleshire

1925 - 2014

Charles A. Aleshire obituary, 1925-2014, Joliet, IL

BORN

1925

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home

2320 Black Road

Joliet, Illinois

Charles Aleshire Obituary

Charles A. Aleshire

Born: Feb. 18, 1925; in Columbus, OH

Died: July 7, 2014; in Joliet

Charles A. "Chuck" Aleshire, passed away at his residence, Monday, July 7, 2014. Age 89 years.

Survived by his loving wife Madeline F. Aleshire (nee Regnier) Two sons Chuck (Kimberly) Aleshire and William Aleshire, a daughter Julie (Phillip) Doyle. Five grandchildren Emily and Christopher Aleshire, Tom, Joe and Kate Ponce. His brother Richard Aleshire.

Preceded in death by a son Timothy Aleshire (1989), daughter-in-law Tammy Aleshire (2005), four brothers and a sister.

Chuck was born in Columbus, February 18, 1925. Veteran of the U.S. Navy Armed Guard during W.W. II and retired from the U.S. Air Force serving in the Korean War and Vietnam War. Member of American Legion Post #1080. Chuck retired from the City of Joliet in 1987, where he worked as a graphic artist designing the city automobile stickers and drawing courtroom exhibits. Chuck also was an accomplished wood carver and enjoyed carving totem poles and many other southwestern themed pieces.

Funeral services will be held at the Carlson-Holmquist-Sayles Funeral Home, 2320 Black Road, Monday, July 14, at 11 A.M. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday from 9 - 11 A.M.

Published by Herald-News from Jul. 11 to Jul. 13, 2014.
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Dearest Madeline and family, I was/am a friend of Tim's. I pray everyday for our loved one's who have departed. May God bring you comfort at this time.
Joyce

Joyce Rinkenberger

July 19, 2014

Rest in peace, Mr. Aleshire - thanks for hiring me on in the 'Graphic Arts' department way back when...and thank you for all the bear hugs every time I would see you again over the years! TC

July 15, 2014

Madeline and family, so sorry for the loss of Chuck.. God bless you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carole Holloway

July 14, 2014

Madeline, so sorry to here about your loss, sending prayers to you and your family!!
Pat Rowe

July 14, 2014

Blessings to The Family as he goes on his Peaceful Journey to The Summerlands..... I was a friend of Timmy's and keep very fond Memories.

July 14, 2014

Dear Bill, please accept my condolences to you and your family. God bless you and your family. Sincerely, Stan and Sophia Rousonelos.

Stan Rousonelos

July 14, 2014

So sorry to hear about Chuck's passing. I remember his sense of humor and the time he spent with my dad (Don Hirsch) having a shot & a beer on the patio.
Your former next door neighbor.
Loretta (Hirsch) Slaboszewski

July 14, 2014

So sorry to hear about your loss. I remember the many good times we had together. He was such a good man. Will be missed by all that knew him. Barb

July 13, 2014

Sorry to here about Chuck's passing. When I worked at city hall and go to make copies in the copy center he always had something funny to say. He loved talking about his family. Sending lots of prayers to your family.

Maria Anderson

Maria Anderson

July 13, 2014

We were neighbors on Black Road for many, many years. Chuck was always fun to be around. I thank him from the bottom of my heart for his service to our country. R.I.P. Rest In Paradise. Peace and Love to his wife and family.

Jackie Countryman

July 11, 2014

Madeline -

It's been many years since we worked together in Lockport.

I just wanted to express my sympathy over the loss of your beloved husband. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Cindy Jenkins

July 11, 2014

Sorry to hear of your loss. We will always remember the wonderful New Year's Eve parties. He was such a nice man.
Charlie and Nancy

July 11, 2014

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