Hobart, Indiana
CHARLES E. WINGARD "CHUCK" GARY, IN
Charles E. "Chuck" Wingard, age 78, of Gary, passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at Methodist Hospital, Southlake Campus in Merrillville. Chuck was a Gary resident for 44 years and was a U.S. Army Veteran during the Korean War. He retired from Inland Steel in East Chicago with 40 years of service and was a member of American Legion Post #701. Chuck is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Christina; five children: Teresa (Scott) Harness of Crown Point, Bryan Wingard (Vickey Richardson), and Janiece Wingard (Larry Gore), all of Hobart, Danny Wingard of Gary, and Dennis Wingard of Lake Station; grandchildren: Brittany Lamphear, Annette (Keith) McIndoo, Jason (Sarah) Harness, Tabatha (Chris) Charleston; Skylar and Savannah Wingard; Alexis Wingard, Justin Cox and Daniel Cooper; nine great grandchildren; sister, Juanita (Bill) Strong; and brother-in-law, Vernon James. His daughter, Sally Ann Lamphear; and two sisters: Ruthanna James and Rita Tate, preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 29, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. at Rees Funeral Home, 600 W. Old Ridge Road, Hobart with Rev. Gary S. Nagy officiating. Burial will follow at Calumet Park Cemetery in Merrillville. Visitation will be Thursday from 2:00-8:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel, (219) 942-2109 or online at: www.ReesFuneralHomes.com
When we were growing up, your home was my home. I remember the good times we all shared. My heart goes out to all of your family.
Marilyn Beal
Marilyn Beal
May 03, 2011 | Valpo, IN
Teresa and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so very sorry for your loss.
sheila wright-redick
May 02, 2011 | Lewisville, TX
so sorry for your loss
carol resnick
April 29, 2011 | Royal Palm Beach, FL
We am so sorry for the everyone's loss. I will always remember how much fun Chuck could be and how he loved ghost stories. He especially loved scaring all of us as children. He could be a true softy at times but liked playing tough. He will not be forgotten.
Joyce and Rickey Holsomback
Joyce Holsomback
April 29, 2011 | Jemison, AL
We are so sorry for your loss, keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers in this sad time, he will be missed.........Love,
Maysha&Terry
Momma Bear
John,Ronda
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April 28, 2011
Tina and Family, I am so sorry for your loss of your husband and dad. I will keep all of you in my prayers. God Bless You as you go through this tough time. Carol Bertolo-Gamill
CAROL BERTOLO-GAMILL
April 28, 2011 | INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Bryan and Janiece& Family my heart goes out to you i truley know the sadness and pops will be missed. Love Larry & Kathy
Kathy Bible
April 27, 2011 | Hobart, IN
tina and family, sorry for your lost, i remember u and charles, and your daughter teresa, i was a dear friend, may god bless u and your family
debbie martin
April 27, 2011 | Hebron, IN
Tina and Family I am so sorry for your loss. Charles was a good man, may your memories of him give you strenght. May the love of those around you help you though the days ahead.
Theresa Mitchell (Coil Tran)
April 27, 2011