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Charles Lindahl Obituary
(aka Chuck/Charlie/Sonny)
July 19, 1932 to
November 3, 2011
Summary of My Life As I Lived It
I'm writing this to ease the burden on my heirs and perhaps add to areas they are not aware of.
Personal Life
I have been blessed with a close knit family with both sisters, brother and in-laws. My wife Florence, married 56 years, and I have five sons, Ken, Roy, Casey, Don and Carl. All sons live in the Los Angeles area. Also, I have a wonderful group of daughters-in-law, ten grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. How lucky can an old Kansas farm boy be!
My Career
My aerospace career was typical for the time; a four year Air Force tour, schooling on the GI bill and a search for the best job available.
My first job was as a TWA flight engineer on Lockheed Constellations. The security of this job was short lived as the B707's were introduced to The World Airlines in the late 1950's and the Constellations were being retired in the early 1960's.
I then went from the flying job to being a field rep with Republic Aviation on the F-105D program covering USAF's bases in the western USA. This job went well for five years until I was requested to accept a six month assignment in Southeast Asia solo. With five small kids by this time, I again dusted off my resume.
My final stroke of good luck, job-wise, was accepting a position with Garrett/Airesearch in their Los Angeles field service department. This lead to working the next twenty-nine years on new and exciting aerospace projects. I later moved into management positions.
Since my retirement from Garrett (now Honeywell International) eighteen years ago, I've worked as a contractor on home renovations and caring for my rental units. Initially my post-retirement goal was to work nearby my sons in their building trades. This has worked out great. I stayed out of their businesses, but was available to help with jobs outside of their normal skill areas.
In closing I must acknowledge friends from my former 226th Street, Torrance and my current Fawnskin Dr., RPV neighborhoods. Such wonderful people.
I have been blessed to have a great medical staff that have been with me every step through this medical exercise. This includes the cancer care facility in Redondo Beach and the UCLA medical staff in Santa Monica.
I have experienced friendships and blessings beyond my wildest dreams.
A private memorial and interment will be held at Green Hills Memorial Park. Please sign the guestbook at www.dailybreeze.com/obits.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jean Mondet
October 30, 2019
Hi Charly, you are one still part of my thoughts. I wonder some time if, where you are, you still feel heart after being "digitalized" back in the late 80/early 90's. This was one of our joke. rest in peace old friend ad my deep and dear smpathy to your family.
Jean
Viola Lawrence
October 26, 2013
I have extra-sensory perception abt some things and today, Florence & Charlie Lindahl entered my mind. I know it's been many years since we had contact, but I knew I needed to try and find tel. # or something to satisfy the need to know why. Sadly I found the obits of both of your parents. Floyd died May 9, 2013, the rest of our family are still doing well. I would love to hear from you and hear what you boys have been doing.
Our families were both living on J-11 in Lancaster during the 1960's when Floyd & Charlie were working for Airesearch. I was not aware Charlie continued working there. Floyd went to work for FAA, retired in 1995.
You boys & David, Teri, Trish & Sharon spent time with each other and some of you went to school together.
carl lindahl
November 3, 2012
Dad,it's been a year today since we lost you.Not a day goes by that i don't think of you and all the skills you taught me.God Bless you!!Love,Carl
January 1, 2012
Thinking of Chuck brings fond memories of briefly meeting while USAF on F-106 mission, with his help we got back up. Then both having rentals in South Bay we exchanged references when tenant requested. And now having Carl do fine masonry work for us.
Small world, proud of the Lindahl family.
With kind regards and much respect,
Bud and Trish
Madeline MacFarland
November 19, 2011
To: Aunt Florence, Kenny,Roy,Casey,Donald and Carl
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I wish I had lived closer to all of you.
I heard beautiful stories about Uncle Chuck from Noni and Papa. One day we will all be reunited with our loved ones.
With Love,
your cousin Madeline
José Albano
November 16, 2011
Albano family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of loss. God Bless you Chuck..
Martin Van Leeuwen
November 10, 2011
My contact with your father was through work at Garrett Airesearch. I worked as a tech in the R&O dept. and he would come down and work on some problem unit with me. He's one of those people you never forget once you met him. It was my privelege to have known him for that brief periof of time. Sincerely, Martin Van Leeuwen (still employed with HON in Tucson, AZ)
Carollynn & Blake Bartosh
November 9, 2011
Chuck's writing is so full of his voice it's hard to believe he's passed on. We were fortunate to live next door these last ten years. He always had a twinkle in his eye, connected to his down-home warmth and humor. After his most recent diagnosis, we were very glad to hear a couple of family gatherings over the fence, lots of life and love coming together around Chuck. Caring, curious, generous, kind; we will miss our talks on the sidewalk and that all-is-right-with-the-world sense of him being home next door. Our hearts go out to the whole extended family.
Marianne Fleming
November 9, 2011
Carl and Roy, I didn't know your Dad, but he sounds like a truly remarkable man. I lost my Dad to cancer 15 yrs ago, and I only have great memories of him today. I'm seems as though you were blessed with a great Dad as well. We are sorry for you deep loss, God Bless your family, The Grippo Family
Sandi Fields
November 8, 2011
My deepest condolences to all of the Lindahl family. Chuck was an extraordinary man and obviously he touched everyone who knew him. He had a way of bringing people together and he was truly interested in people. He was definitely a people person and had a way to make everyone feel special. He was very proud of all of his sons and their families. When I first met him I remember him gushing and showing me "Roy's first sidewalk" that he had installed at their house. How cute! I had the pleasure of designing a rose garden for him earlier this year and it was bittersweet because I knew it would probably be my last time to spend quality time with him like that. When I would tell clients that Chuck would probably be working on their job, I would refer to him as “my buddy.” He would always take my plans and mount them on a piece of cardboard and hang them in the garage and I thought that was the sweetest thing. I am thankful that I knew Chuck and was honored to have him as a friend. He was truly one of the most genuine people I have ever known.
Jacobson Family
November 8, 2011
Ken , Traci and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of loss. God Bless..
Joe Cook
November 8, 2011
I knew Charlie in the years he worked at AiResearch Torrance, and remember him with a quick smile. My condolences to his family and many friends. Rest in peace, Charlie.
Floyd Dalrymple
November 8, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to the Lindahl family... Chuck was one of the greats, a true salt of the earth. it was an honor and a pleasure to have worked with him over the past several years. Chuck Palahniuk said, "We all die. The goal isn't to live forever, the goal is to create something that will." - your legacy will live on, Chuck.
~ Floyd Dalrymple and then entire crew at Custom Design.
Scott Pettit
November 8, 2011
I was lucky enough to know Chuck through his sons. He must have been an incredible father to have raised those boys. When I was fortunate enough to work with him on his son's job sites he always made me feel like an equal. I enjoyed working with him and will miss him.
November 8, 2011
To the Lindahl Famlily: Reading all the lovely tributes to Charlie brings a smile to my face. He was a wonderful person and a wonderful friend. He may have been a Dodger fan, but he is truly an angel now. Sincere condolances from all his friends in the Cliff Garrett Retirement Club.
Carolyn Weyant
President, CGRC
Chris & Christine Payne
November 8, 2011
To The Lindahl Family
Our deepest sympathy with hope that you may find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends.
James Grimm
November 7, 2011
My deepest sympathy. Charlie was the greatest.
Gina Vidal
November 7, 2011
Chuck, I will miss your friendly smile. Thank you for your kindness and always being so nice to me.
ryan lindahl
November 7, 2011
Dear Grandpa
You are the best grandpa in the world. I miss you and your jokes and how you used to kill big scary spiders with your bare hands. I will allways remember you, and cherish and remember all the moments I had with you. i remember the last time i saw you... on halloween day. When i walked in your house i remember seeing you in a oxygen mask thinking to myself oh no. Then a few days later my dad, and your son told me that grandpa lindahl had passed away. I was really sad, but the shock wasn't as big because i knew that you had been sick for a while. When you funeral came, iwas told that i was to help carry your coffin down to the special car and put it in your special area. iwas really nervous that i had to help. before, one of my cousins told me that i need to be strong. he was right. he also told me, what would grandpa say, and then i said, to be strong.
i just want to thank you for every thing that you have done for me. i love you and miss you and i hope that you are doing well..... where ever you are.
Melissa
November 7, 2011
Rest in peace grandpa, you were an amazing person and i was so blessed to have you in my life. I will always cherish the memories of times shared with you, and will miss you more than you know. You will always hold a special place in my heart.
John Chatterton
November 7, 2011
To the Lindahl family; our most sincere and deepest sympathy.
Charlie was paramount in building my long career in Europe with AiResearch; and my retirement as it is today.
Thank You Charlie!
“Keep your wings level and your nose up”
John and Phyllis Chatterton
David Clayton
November 7, 2011
To the entire Lindahl family I send my condolence. Chuck was a man of honor and integrity and made a differance everywhere he went. Helping others seemed to be what Chuck always liked to do. He was always asking about family and cared about how I and my family were doing. Chuck loved his family and enjoyed very much being with his boys at work or family functions. Thanks Charles for always calling to wish me a happy birthday, you never forgot the date and that was special. You will be dearly missed but often thought of. Thanks again Chuck for all you helped me with and all the wonderful things I learned while being around you.
A friend,
David Clayton
Chuck receiving plaque from Ann
Gavien & Ann Miyata
November 7, 2011
Chuck was a really great guy. He was always so helpful and so positive about life. I joked with him about how good he looked even after his chemotherapy and he told me that he kept eating since his doctor gave him permission to do so. He was the best kind of handyman because he always talked through the approach with you and he was always looking for a better way to do things. Ann and I took him out to eat in April and I have included that photo of him. We will really miss him as neighbor and friend. We are better for having known Chuck!
Gavien & Ann
Maria and Ted Liang
November 7, 2011
Our condolences to the Lindahl family; we got to know him last year when Carl Lindahl asked him to take care of the project on our fence and gates. He was talented and had a good work ethics. Such traits carry onto his younger generations like Carl. Sorry to hear such a great loss to the Lindahl family. God bless them!
James Smith
November 6, 2011
Chuck was a great guy to work with over the years at Airesearch
Meril Wilder
November 6, 2011
Dearest Lindahl Family, my heart goes out to you at this time of deep grief. My greatest wish is that your many memories will keep you warm and smiles will return to your faces with those fond memories. I knew your father to be a warm and generous man and I will miss him and his great sense of humor very much.
Fred &Marcie Penington
November 6, 2011
Charles was our cousin and friend.WE love him and we will miss him.
Kim Scaturro
November 6, 2011
There is so much love in the Lindahl family. His wife, Florence and their five sons and families, his sisters, Marge and Wilda and brother, Jim have known a truly amazing man. Uncle Sonny, I will miss you very much.
Maureen Whitlock
November 6, 2011
The Lindahl Family,
What great memories we share growing up with you on 226th St. Mike,Tom,Kathy,John,Michele and I have been recalling our favorite Lindahl story.We wanted to express our deepest sympathy for you guys at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all especially your Mom.
The Gilbert Family
November 6, 2011
A fond farewell to Chuck from a neighbor on Fawnskin Drive.
Sarah Sanford
J Schill
November 6, 2011
We are one of the fortunate neighbors on Fawskin Drive to have met Chuck ever since he graced our little neighborhood. We greatly admire the person that he was, caring, thoughtful, gentle, so, so sweet to others - characteristics that embodied a very decent human being. We are so proud to have known you, Chuck. Our sympathies to the Lindahl Family on the loss of a good loving man.
The Schills
November 6, 2011
Charlie As a good friend , coworker & coDodger ticket holder, you will be remember always Preston Holland
Jerry Penington
November 6, 2011
To Charles family,
My prayers go out to each of you on your loss. Sorry I was unable to attend the September reunion. The kind spirit that runs throughout the Lindahl family is what makes you all a special treasure in life. I trust Charles is now with his parents in a wonderful place.
Peace be with you at this time.
Jerry Penington
November 6, 2011
Casey, Don, Carl and the rest of the closely knit Lindahl clan. It is with deepest regret and sadness that I'm signing this guest book. Remember you will never be without your Dad and all the tools he left you to continue to be the kind, successful men you have become. Your Dad will continue in your hearts and minds and all the wonderful memories he made with you will be savored in years to come. With much respect to you all. Bill Little
Jean Mondet
November 6, 2011
Charlie, did not have the chance to see each other too often (France is so far out), but it was always a great pleasure. I don't forget your sence of humor.
My best sympathy to all of your family.
Jean Mondet
Keith Knight
November 5, 2011
Charlie was one of those good people we meet too seldom. A great person, a great friend,and a great boss
November 5, 2011
My good friend Chuck will be missed for sure but never forgotten.
Chuck was like a father as well as a friend to me and Casey, Ken, Carl, Roy, and Don were all like my brothers. I consider myself blessed just to have known Chuck. God bless him and all of the Lindahls that were like family to me.
Jeff Bollinger
lee post
November 5, 2011
Chuck, will really miss you. Am grateful to have known you all these years. Enjoyed our talks every week on a whole range of subjects, especially politics. You had a great sense of humor! Wish we could have had many more years together.
November 5, 2011
Carl & Family,
We am very saddened by the loss of your father, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
John/Lisa Jones
Carol Pino
November 5, 2011
To the Family of Charles Lindahl,
Charles obituary sounds like he had a wonderful live with his wife and 5 boys. What a lucky man he was to have raised 5 great kids. I for one had a couple at my house as young boys visiting with my son Rodney. This is a very difficult time for everyone in Charles family, but I hope knowing that family and friends are their to help you through this troubled and emotional time. God bless everyone.
Carol Pino, Torrance, CA
LeAnna and Henry Fox
November 5, 2011
Dear cousin: You could always be counted on to attend extended family gatherings and help remind us of our roots. Our generation is beginning to fade and you will be dearly missed. God bless your 5 sons and their families during this difficult time.
November 5, 2011
Charlie will be missed by many. I worked with Charlie on the "Black Bird" program both at the remote test site and in Okinawa so we knew each other well. We had many laughs together and I always enjoyed seeing him at our retiree luncheons.
My deepest sympathy to all of his family.
With many fond remembrances,
~Bob Scott
John Schellenbach
November 5, 2011
It was an honor to have worked with Charlie at GarrettAiResearch/Honeywell for many years. Charlie always had a kind word for everyone.
Nancy Batts
November 5, 2011
I did not get to meet Charles Lindahl but I do know Carl and he and I spoke many times about his dad. I could tell that Carl loved and respected his dad so much. May God Bless and comfort all of the Lindahl family.
With love and sympathy
Norman MacPherson
November 5, 2011
May God bless you my old friend. I will always remember your great sense of humor. You always made me laugh with your homespun stories. Rest in peace.
Joe Poindexter
November 5, 2011
I have only great respect and positive memories from Chuck over the years. He was a true teacher and good man to look up to. Rest in peace Charles Lindahl.
Cory Lindahl
November 5, 2011
God bless you grandpa you were an amazing man and will be missed by many including myself I love u grandpa rest in peace!
Cory Lindahl
November 5, 2011
God bless you grandpa you were an amazing man and will be missed by many including myself I love u grandpa rest in peace!
Carl Lindahl
November 5, 2011
Dad,not a day will go by that i won't think of you.I love and miss you!!Carl
Kenneth Lindahl
November 5, 2011
It is with inexpressible grief that we suffer the loss of an extraordinary father. Clear of mind, with full possession of reason in his final scene, his only thoughts we're of his family and friends, not of himself. He loved people and gave willingly of himself and his extraordinary talents to those in need. Our family knows that our sadness is shared by the many people who lives we're touched by this great man, and for that we are eternally grateful.
Love You Dad.
Your son Ken
November 5, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family for the loss of this wonderful person.
Dale and Rosemary Allen
Stephanie Ewing-Warner
November 5, 2011
Dear Ken, Roy, Casey, Don, and Carl,
My heart is breaking over the loss of your dad. Charles and your entire family always had a special place in my mom's heart and with my family. I think that my mom often thought of Charles more as a little brother than a cousin since Aunt Mary was like a mother to her.
Your dad had such wonderful qualities about him. He had a brilliant mind and was so very kind. I always looked forward to seeing and talking with him. The family reunion in September was a very special time for all of us.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time.
Love,
Counsin Stefi
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