Charles C. Tibbetts

Tibbetts, Charles C., fondly known as Chuck, passed away at home surrounded by family November 9, 2010, after a stubborn confrontation with cancer. Born September 15, 1923 in Eagle Rock (5th generation Californian), he remained in Southern California throughout his life. World War II Veteran; Sgt U.S. Army; D-Day survivor (Omaha Beach); proud member of the Military Order of the Purple Heart; awarded two Bronze Stars. Graduated from Occidental College after the service under the G.I. Bill. Member of the Squires Club of Los Angeles. Before retiring as President of TW Graphics Group, he was one of the leaders of the evolution of screen printing from petroleum-based technology toward a more ecologically-friendly water-based technology. Recognized by the Screen Printing and Graphic Imaging Association International for many contributions. Chairman of U.S. Contest & Record Board, and United States Delegate to Federation Aeronautique International, he traveled extensively and helped document the achievements of the United States' space program from 1957 through 1991. He was aboard the B-52 flight that established the Okinawa-to-Spain world record for unrefueled straight-line distance flight in January 1962. Survived by his beloved wife, Rose Marie "Sam;" brother, George; children, Jeffry (Stephanie), Melinda, Deborah, Christopher (Mari); 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren, and countless friends. A Memorial Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, November 21, at 12:30 pm, at Ridgeview (Ridgeline) Banquet Ctr, 1051 N Meads Ave, Orange, CA 92869. No flowers please.