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KRATZ, Charles R. "Chick"
88, of Tucson, AZ passed away October 25, 2019. Survived by his wife, Myrtle; daughter, Sandy; sons, Rick (Sondra), Randy (Tammy) and Ron (Rhonda); eight grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, siblings, Thelma Melovitch, Jack Kratz and Judy (Sam) Wolfe. Chick served in the US Air Force. Myrtle saw him doing the Jitterbug on roller skates and said that was the man she was going to marry. They celebrated 67 years on August 1st. Chick started working at 9 years old to help provide for his family. His generosity continued throughout his life giving a helping hand to family and friends from coast to coast. His career job was at Hughes Aircraft manufacturing military missiles for 33 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, and racing. He loved God, family, church and faithfully served each throughout his life. Memorial Service Saturday, November 16, 2019, 11:00 a.m., Cortaro Vista Community Church, 8600 N. Camino de Oeste, Tucson, AZ. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Silverbell Baptist Church, 3344 N. Campbell Rd., Tucson, AZ 85719.
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4 Entries
Kelly Passerrelli
November 15, 2019
My Condolences to his wonderful wife Myrtle and daughter Sandy, both of whom were a part of our Flowing Wells Family.
Ted Sorich
November 10, 2019
Saddened to hear about Mr. Kratz passing. My Condolences to his daughter Sandy who I love dearly...a member of our Flowing Wells Family for many years. Ted Sorich, FWUSD Retired
TED SORICH
November 10, 2019
Dear Myrtle and family,
I will miss Chick he was a true Christian gentleman and a true friend.
God be with all of you now and always.
Love and prayers, Emily Kallal
November 9, 2019
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