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Charles E. "Charlie" Houle

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Charles Houle Obituary

Houle, Charles E. "Charlie" Age 76, of Ham Lake Preceded in death by parents, and brother, Gerald. Survived by wife of 55 years, Vendy; daughters, Terri Houle (Jim Smith), Sandra Houle (Bruce Fossum), Sheryl (Scott) Stasel, Jennifer (Tom) Gilbert; grandchildren, Croix, Carson, Micah, Hannah, Emily, Charley and Thomas; brother, Clem, Jr. (Ione); and sister-in-law, Linda Houle; also many nieces, nephews and friends. Member of Iron Workers Local 512. Memorials preferred to Zion Lutheran Church, Anoka. Funeral services Wednesday, 11 AM at Zion Lutheran Church, 4th & Adam St. in Anoka with visitation 1 hour prior to service and Tuesday from 5-8 PM at: Washburn-McReavy Coon Rapids Chapel 763-767-1000 1827 Coon Rapids Blvd.

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Published by Pioneer Press from Dec. 20 to Dec. 22, 2009.

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December 31, 2009

To my dear friend Sheryl and her family. I'm so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express the grief and loss that you are feeling. I miss my dad every single day. Courage dearheart, you are one of the strongest women I know. Take the time to grieve while remembering the special things that made him beautiful to his family and friends. A person is defined by his deeds and actions and he clearly has lived up to the name DAD! Love and Peace Mary Ann & Gene Williams

Rebecca Schlenz

December 29, 2009

Vendy,
It isn't very often in life, that you meet someone who offers their hand to help and touches your heart...You are one of the most kind and amazing women I have ever met, and I know he is with you always. "Please do not cry, I may not be with you, because I am spending Christmas with Jesus this year".

I will be praying for you, and if you need anything, maybe it is my turn to help you out.

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers

richard seitz

December 27, 2009

to my friend of 56 years i cant belive you left us, my list of real friends has been reduced greatly, i would like to say to his great family that we will miss him as much a they will. vendy you sure picked a winner. dick and bernie seitz.

Melinda and Michael Hutchison

December 27, 2009

Dear Sandy and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Violet Anderson

December 25, 2009

Lal: We've shared many memories with Charlie and you and with the girls. Those memories will never be lost. Hope to recap those when we're all together again in our heavenly home. Violet and Don

December 24, 2009

Vendy,

We are sorry for your loss. Charlie was such a nice person. we'll always remember the time we spent with the two of you, Dick and Marlene in the Keys.

Dan and Lois Yant and Family,

Geary and Pam O'Reilly and Family

December 23, 2009

Sandy and family, May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate the life of a great husband, father, grandfather and friend. Thinking of you at this difficult time.

Patrick Botz

December 22, 2009

Sandy and family-I have such great memories of working for Charlie as my first real job. He taught me my first lessons about working in the real world and that foundation was invaluable. Most of all, though, Charlie was just a great human being! You, Vendy, and the rest of your family are in my families thoughts and prayers!

Pamela (Palluck) Max

December 22, 2009

Jen and entire family-
I am so sorry to hear about Charlie. I also have very fond memories of spending time with your family while growing up. I practically lived at your house at times! May you find peace during this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Dawn Kuhn

December 21, 2009

Vendy and girls you are all in my prayers.

December 21, 2009

Sandy and family-Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Love, Rob and Lori Brundige

December 21, 2009

Vendy,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband! You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time! Please let me know if you need anything.
Sincerely,
Jill Hauser (Friend from Gold's Gym)

Shari,Ernie & Ryan Rousseau

December 21, 2009

Jen and family-"you are all in our thoughts and prayers. In the time to come may you find comfort in knowing that your dad lives forever in the presence of our great savior. You are surrounded by God's love and ours."

Jesse Held

December 21, 2009

Vendy and Jenny,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Charlie. I have great childhood memories of your husband and dad that I will keep with me forever. My thoughts are with you both and your entire family on this very difficult time you are enduring. Stay strong and know that his love and guidance will always be there for you all. Peace be with you.

December 20, 2009

Vendy,
We are so sorry to hear about Charlie! We have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time!
Jamie, Suzanne, Avery & Gunnar Gaboury

Brian Fossum

December 20, 2009

Houle Family:
Our deepest sympathies for the loss of your Husband, Father and Grandfather. We have fond memories of our time spent with Charlie at family functions. He was a kind and gentle man who always made everyone comfortable. He will be greatly missed.

Brian, Linda, Britta, Sam and Carl

Carolyn Ballstadt

December 20, 2009

Sheryl,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. My heart goes out to you and your family.

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