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Charles Hutchins Obituary
Dr. Charles W.
(Chuck) Hutchins
Dr. Charles W. (Chuck) Hutchins, CDR USN (ret), died Friday, March 9, 2012, in Monterey. Family was by his side from the moment of his cancer diagnosis in October through his peaceful final moments.
Dr. Hutchins grew up in Altadena, hiking the mountains of the Arroyo Seco. He obtained an M.A. in Psychology from Cal State, LA and a Ph.D. in Statistical Psychology from The Ohio State University. In 1963, Dr. Hutchins joined the United States Navy and served his country for 23 years. He retired in 1986 after four years as an Assistant Professor in the Operations Research Department of the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey.
After retiring from the Navy, Dr. Hutchins provided human factors engineering support to FMC's United Defense Division in San Jose (1986-1998); supported HFE Designworks on DARPA projects that drew upon his work with PTSD and POW studies (2008- 2011); and served as an Executive Coach for senior naval officers attending the Navy Corporate Business Course at the NPS (2009-2011). In 2001, Dr. Hutchins received an M.A. in Marriage & Family Therapy from Chapman University. He began a private psychotherapy practice in Pacific Grove, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of adults with ADHD.
Dr. Hutchins was spiritually connected to the unparalleled beauty of the Monterey Peninsula and made this area home for the past 30 years. His free time was spent hiking with his dog Goldie throughout the lands maintained by the Big Sur Land Trust and along miles of trails in Fort Ord.
Family and friends will remember "Chuck" for his loving, easy-going nature and energetic approach to living.
Please visit www.imorial.com/ChuckHutchins for information regarding Dr. Hutchins' Life Celebration on Saturday, April 21st.
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Memories and Condolences
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Meyner Butch
October 14, 2024
I sat on his bench today in Fort Ord
Bernadette Orellana
April 6, 2012
Thank you for letting me know more about ADD guiding me to the literature that would help me in the short time I was with you. You also helped me understand my son more.
Linda
March 31, 2012
My sympathies are offered on your loss. During this difficult time may you "Draw close to God and he will draw close to you". James 4:8
March 28, 2012
Dr Hutchins was one of the kindest people I have ever met, he was my coach, helping me to succeed in my business and life and accepting ADHD as a gift ... embracing it with laughter and gratitude. He talked about his family with such pride and a big smile. The lessons he taught me will never leave me and I am so grateful.
Mary Baker
March 27, 2012
Jennifer and Kristen: I feel so very blessed to have known your Dad. He was a gift to me. A true gift from God. For 28 years we were the best of friends. Together, we have a lot of memories that I will treasure and carry with me always. Peace be with you my dear, dear friend.
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