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CHARLES O. 97, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2016 with his wife of 66 years at his side. Born June 1st, 1918 in Yankee Springs, Michigan, Charles was talented, kind, and generous and will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him. He loved to fly, and served in the Army Air Corps during WWII as a troop carrier pilot, going on to serve in the Air Force Reserve until his retirement as Lieutenant Colonel in 1966. He taught art and history in Belleville and Royal Oak, and was Assistant Principal at Jane Addams Junior High School in Royal Oak for many years. He designed and built the house in Rochester Hills where he lived with his wife, Loraine (Schantz) and raised their three children. He is survived by his daughters Martha (James) Balmer of Ann Arbor, Melanie (Richard) Locke of Rochester Hills, his son Dietrick of Oakland Twp., six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The family will receive visitors at Pixley Funeral Home, 322 W. University Dr. Rochester, MI 48307, from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 15 and at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, May 16 with Funeral following at 11:00. In lieu of flowers memorial donations suggested to Mouth and Foot Painting Artists, 2070 Peachtree Ct. Suite 101 Atlanta, GA 30341. Please visit
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Struble
May 15, 2016
Lorraine,
You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of your dear husband. He had a sweet, gentle spirit. Jim and Mary Sargent
Bob Wegner
May 15, 2016
Quiet and very kind, gentle, and generous is the way I will always remember him. I only knew him briefly, but wish I'd have known him much longer. Loraine will be in my prayers.
Pastor Tom Howes
May 14, 2016
I can certainly be counted as one of Chuck's many fans. And, it's truly a wonderful thing when the wife can be recognized as the biggest fan. Loraine, we are deeply saddened for your loss. I know you are surrounded by the reminders of Chuck's many, many talents and gifts. A remarkable life, a gifted man, and a loving family. What a rare find.
Ellen Kehoe (Eskola)
May 13, 2016
I remember Mr. Struble from Jane Addams. Thank you for his service to education.
Sydney Ann Zaremba
May 13, 2016
To Loraine and the entire Struble family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
I will never forget the wonderful conversations I had with Chuck - in fact, just a few weeks ago. He was an engaging, kind and interesting person who will leave a void at All Seasons. I am so lucky to know Chuck and Loraine. They were both so kind to my mom! I was also lucky to read about Chuck's early life in the service (his book). So very amazing!
May you find peace in all the wonderful memories you have of Chuck.
Thinking of you.
Sydney Zaremba, SydFit
Lisa Coe
May 13, 2016
Keeping you all in our hearts and prayers! Love and blessings, Linda Louise, Lisa & Buff, Kristine and Morgan
Pat Miles Shippey
May 12, 2016
Chuck and Lorraine were long time friends of my parents and members of the "Potluck Group". Now Chuck has joined them and I'm sure my Mom is planning a dinner to welcome him to the hereafter. My thoughts and prayers are with the family as they go through this sad time.
Linda Guth Trout
May 12, 2016
Chuck and Loraine were my parents' dear friends. My brothers and I have fond memories of visiting the Strubles in their beautiful home in Rochester Hills. Chuck was always kind, smiling - a wonderful man. I will always remember his advice to give children tablets of blank paper, not coloring books! Wishing all of you peace.
May 11, 2016
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting you personally, I felt a strong connection thru your book. Thank you for writing it, and thank you for your service.
RIP
S l o w H a n d Salute.
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