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1929
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2020
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Charles Wilde Obituary
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Carla Wilde, in 1990 and his brother, James Wilde in 2013.
He is survived by his wife; Deborah (Debbie) Zima of Orland Park, IL; son, Mark C. Wilde of Houston, TX; son, Kurt and Ruth Wilde of Hamilton, IL; daughter, Celia Wilde and Michael Koch of Chicago, IL; granddaughter, Sophie Koch; sister-in-law, Sheila and Ross Caputo of Bloomingdale, IL; sister-in-law, Patricia Wilde of Pennsylvania; nephews and nieces, James and Tracy Wilde, Michael and Natalie Wilde, and Lauren Caputo and Christine Caputo. Burial to take place in Port Sheldon Cemetery. Condolences may be left online at www.langelandsterenberg.com.
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Renee Vanderlaan
April 11, 2020
Debbie,
My sympathy to you and family. Will keep you in my prayers.
karen buonomo
April 11, 2020
Debbie, I just heard that Charley passed away. Lou and I send you our deepest sympathy. When you are ready please contact me. I have been trying to call you. Love you, Deb!
David Postma
April 10, 2020
We were sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. I personally have a lot of great memories of him growing up during the summers in Port Sheldon. Best wishes Debbie, Kurt, Mark, Celia and your families during these times and always.
Barbara Naber
April 9, 2020
Hello Debbie and Family:
My deepest condolences to you all. I only met Charlie a few times, but I remember visiting with Debbie and Charlie at the house on Lake Michigan when we had our AAUW meetings there, and also sitting in that lower level sharing lunch after Debbie's car accident. You have been a good friend to me, Debbie. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Love, Barb
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Celia Wilde
April 8, 2020
All our love from Chicago Debbie. These are horrible times but we will try to remember all the good times we had together.
Carla Ver Schure
April 6, 2020
Debbie, I was so sorry to read about Charlie's passing. I know it has been a long journey. You are in my thoughts, and I would love to hear from you. Carla Ver Schure
Jim Elshoff
April 6, 2020
I first met Charlie at a duplicate bridge game in Holland five years ago. We played as partners a few times and as opponents many times. He was always a lot of fun. I will miss him. Condolences to his family.
Jim Elshoff
LaVonne Clark
April 6, 2020
Debbie,
I was so sorry to hear about Charlie's death. I am glad you are in Chicago with family. Take care
LaVonne Clark
Bob Scholten
April 4, 2020
Dear Deb,
Sorry about your loss. I wish you well on your readjustment. I wish you the best.
Bob Scholten/Barber
Bob & Ellen Walters
April 4, 2020
Debbie, We express our sympathy to you. We miss you in the neighborhood and it is pretty quiet. Let us know your new address when you have the time. With our prayers, Bob & Ellen Walters
Thea Gibson
April 7, 2020
Dear Debbie, Mark, Curt, and Celia,
I was sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. Our families had many good times at Port Sheldon and I treasure them. Much love to you all and stay safe.
April 6, 2020
Debbie, Mark, Kurt, and Celia - I was saddened to hear about Chuck's passing. I have so many memories of him - at the house on Damen way back in the day (when we used to walk to Reilly's Trick Shop) to the house in Michigan (when we used to walk "miles" to get candy every day). New Year's Eve celebrations, ski trips, and beach days - all with Chuck. I remember him waking us up all the time as he came into the kids' bedroom to get something early in the morning, and i remember being in the car with him stuck in the ditch in northern Wisconsin waiting for a rescue. I have had some health challenges over the last several years, and no longer take my wonderful childhood for granted. Some of my best memories were with you all - I hope that this message finds you all well, albeit with loss. Please feel free to reach out if you'd like - I have been in Colorado since '97 - my email is: [email protected]. My best to you all - i'll be thinking of you....
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