Charles Kenneth "Charlie" Flesch

I am so sorry for your loss. I am his nephew. We had been in touch and we lost contact a few years ago. If you would like to contact me, my email is [email protected].

My sincere condolences to the family of Chief Flesch for their loss.
Chief was my Training Superintendent and good friend.
Chief, you will be missed.

My sincerest condolences to Charlie's family for their loss. Then Staff Sergeant Flesch ("Sir") was my Basic Training Instructor (TI) at Lackland AFB, April-June, 1968 (I served 1968-72). While my young, just-turned-19 self didn't realize it at the time, that experience would have a profound impact on my life -- multiple college degrees, an invitation to reenter the USAF as a commissioned flight officer, and more. To this day, I credit Charlie for helping me reach a bit farther in life than I...

Charlie and I were best of friends, those of you that knew Charlie knew what he was all about. He will be missed by a lot of people...frankly I’m still in shock about his passing. Great memories. Rest in Peace

RIP Chief!! You will be Greatly missed. Memories last forever, and there
are many. You were a true leader and set forth the example that we
all followed. As a fellow Blue Rope and friend after BMT you were an
inspiration to all whom you came into contact with in life. Sincere
condolences to the family.

“Grandfather” was my father in law for many years. He was like Captain of the ship for the Flesch family. Oh he had jokes though! He also had alot of love for both wifes, three children,& he adored all his grand kids. He was a strong values man that I looked up to for most of my life. I will miss his personality. He liked me and I wish I could be there to celebrate his life with you.Stay safe, Lance Smith

Our sincere condolences to the family. I have known and worked with Charlie for many years. May he rest in peace. Al and Angela Morales.

Chief Flesch was a guiding light of inspiration for me as a rookie MTI in early 1979. He went out of his way to make me feel like I was an important part of the team, not many senior NCO’s took the time to mentor a Senior Airman rookie like me. His influence motivated me to stay six years my first tour and later came back for another four. Chief Flesch’s spirit, integrity, service, and excellence lives on in all who had the honor of knowing him.

I reported to the 3708 BMTS in December of 1983 for MTI duty. I have always been an avid racquetball player, and soon after arriving met Charlie at the gym. He challenged me to a game, and I thought to myself “go easy on the old guy”. He thoroughly kicked my butt! For the next 25 years we played - as teammates and opponents. I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing, and wish we could have had one last game - even if he kicked my butt again! Rest in eternal peace my friend. My deepest...