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Chuck was the consummate professional as I worked with him to provide ECDIS-N to the fleet. His impact was great, and his commitment to the Sailor unwaivering.
Jeffrey Morse
July 26, 2006 | South Riding, VA


Manassas, Virginia
BURCHELL, CHARLES R., CAPT, USN (Ret.) Age 63
Of Haymarket, VA died July 8, 2006 at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda MD. Capt. Burchell devoted almost his entire career to being at sea and had 3 Command tours ending with CO of USS Vincennes (CG-49), and retiring as Deputy commander...
Read MoreChuck was the consummate professional as I worked with him to provide ECDIS-N to the fleet. His impact was great, and his commitment to the Sailor unwaivering.
Jeffrey Morse
July 26, 2006 | South Riding, VA
May he rest in peace. Chuck and I served as commanding officers of patrol gunboats in Guam and he was always an inspiration. We will miss him.
Robert Williams
July 14, 2006 | Severna Park, MD
To Chuck's family,
I had the pleasure of working with Chuck at Sperry. I always found Chuck passionate about the quality of our products for the USN, and determined to get Sperry Engineeirng on track to deliver the required systems.
When Chuck first came to Sperry, I think Corky was the GM at that time, and Corky wanted all new employees to have a Charlottesville mentor. I was honored that Chuck asked me to help integrate himself into our business, and be the...
Bruce Wylie
July 14, 2006 | Charlottesville VA
I will miss my friend Chuck he was always a joy to swap sea stories with Dan Dixon
Daniel Dixon
July 14, 2006 | Ruckersville, VA
I met Chuck at Sperry Marine. We spent time talking about our hobbies and interest. Nascar, his boat, and his new home. I could see the pride in his eyes when talking about his interest. It has been my honor and privilege to know Chuck, I will hold the talks we had close to my heart always.
Charlotte Honeycutt
July 14, 2006 | Charlottesville, VA
Chuck was a fine gentleman. He will be sorely missed by all his co-workers and friends at Sperry in Charlottesville. My deepest sympathy. God Bless all.
Janet Clatterbuck
July 14, 2006 | Charlottesville, VA
May God grant you peace and comfort in the coming days. His Grace is sufficient to all your needs.
Lavern McCauley
July 14, 2006 | Charlottesville, VA
I met Chuck at Sperry Marine. Chuck and I both completed careers in the Navy and shared a common interest in NASCAR. It was an honor and a privilege to know Chuck, and I will treasure the time spent with him. Fair winds, and following seas shipmate!
Larry Reid
July 14, 2006 | Afton, VA
Chuck was intensely and deservedly proud of his Naval Service. He was the epitome of a Surface Warfare Officer and was a friend who could be relied upon in any circumstance. He will be missed. I extend my sincere condolences to Carolyn and their family.
Tom Otterbein, Sperry Marine
July 14, 2006 | Charlottesville, VA