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Charles Fenner Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 6, 2014.

Charles Roger Fenner Sept. 22, 1944 - Aug. 3, 2014 SOUTH BEND - Charles Roger Fenner, 69, of South Bend, Indiana passed away at 4 a.m., Sunday, August 3, 2014, in his home. Charles was born on September 22, 1944 in South Bend to Jack and Helen (Penry) Fenner. Chuck spent most of his career working in IT at Bendix/Allied-Signal, and retired from IBM. On June 30, 2001, in South Bend, he married Toni Butiste-Fenner, who survives. Also surviving are his three children, Dede (Larry) Perriguey of South Bend, Indiana, Todd (Lisa) Fenner of Granger, Indiana, and Sean (Krystall) Fenner of Wolcottville, Indiana; six grandchildren, Zackory Fenner, Chase Fenner, Paige Fenner, Jordyn Fenner, Ashley Fogarty, and Logan Perriguey; one sister, Jackie (Wayne) Thomas of Mishawaka, Indiana; and one niece, Susan Thomas. Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Helen Fenner. Roger enjoyed NASCAR, camping, and fishing. He participated in dirt track racing and was an RC enthusiast. He enjoyed watching his children race BMX. Roger loved his cats, Ugene, Zoey, and Mittens and many others. Memorial contributions may be made to Pet Refuge. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 8, 2014 in the Kaniewski Funeral Home, 3545 N. Bendix Drive. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Valley Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 4 until 8 p.m. Thursday and from 10 until 11 a.m. on Friday in the funeral home. To send online condolences, please visit Kaniewski.com.

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August 26, 2014

Bob Zakowski

Toni, I was shocked when I found out about this yesterday (8/25). I am so very sorry. Please accept my deepest sympathy and prayers. -Zak

August 20, 2014

Barb Aragon

I've been out of town & just today heard of Roger's passing. I am heart broken. He was always laughing, smiling, and cracking jokes. Just to think of him makes me smile. Our families spent much time together while we were raising our kids in River Park. He was a good friend. My son, Ryan Olmstead, also has very fond memories growing up around Roger. My thoughts go out to Toni, Todd, DeDe, Sean, extended family and all others who loved him as my family did.

August 13, 2014

Angie Scott

Toni,
So sorry to hear this! You have my deepest sympathy. Sorry I couldn't make it, I was on business travel. Chuck was such a neat guy.. I can still hear him calling me Angie baby!!
HUGS!!

August 7, 2014

Dear Toni and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.
Marcia Wrobel Sekendy

August 7, 2014

Mike & Marcy Homeleski

Toni and family, we would like to extend our sincere condolences on your loss.

August 7, 2014

Lindsey Chrzan

I'll never forget your smiling face, our trips to visit you & Aunt Toni in Arizona, or our impromptu Bonnie Doon trips :) We will miss you!!! Love, Jay & Lindsey

August 6, 2014

The Joneses

Our deepest sympathies to you Toni, his family and the cats on the loss of someone so dear. He was always so kind, generous and sharing with his sense of humor.
May you be comforted and may he rest in eternal light and peace.

August 6, 2014

Toni, I am saddened by this news. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

August 6, 2014

Wayne and Jackie Thomas

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