Charles W. Vail

Family I hope you are doing okay. I valued my friendship with Chuck. Bob May

Cant believe it has been three years.
Chuck is still my friend and he wont be forgotten. I miss his foodie expertise.

I had the privilege of meeting Chuck in 1966. We were "fish" in the Cadet Corps at Texas A&M. We were in different outfits for a couple of years, but fortunately Chuck, his friend Bob May, and I were reunited our senior year. We had a good year together and good memories.

I had not talked to Chuck for many years, but about 3 years ago I found out that Bob had been talking to Chuck. So, I also began keeping up with Chuck and we enjoyed hours of good conversation and visiting.

Chuck was a true friend. These last half a dozen years it was my privilege to discuss by phone with Chuck philosophy, religious faith, family, food, books we had read, college days, our careers, health and aging, life on the plains in mid century Kansas and Oklahoma, and many other random topics.

Although we often disagreed on the "deep stuff", Chuck was gracious and humble to consider other views and never let let our differences hurt our friendship. Chuck had the virtue of...

Charlie's sudden and unexpected death is a true loss of a good friend who has contributed much to my life. His thInking, scholarship and writing will continue to enhance the lives of many others as well for years to come.

I am sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you.

1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray constantly."

Sad day. Charlie was a gentle, thoughtful soul. I will miss talking to him. My condolences to Donna and the children.