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CHARLES DOEPKEN Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Mar. 14 to Mar. 15, 2011.

DOEPKEN CHARLES EDWARD
Age 69, of Hampton Township on March 11, 2011. Charles was, born in Wheeling, WV on September 21,1941. He is survived by his wife, Lisa Doepken; daughter Amy George; son Kurtis Doepken; twin grandsons Nathan and Nicholas Doepken; sister Marian and brother-in-law Jim Sandford; mother and father-in-law Don and Imy Peterson; sisters-in-law Page Peterson, Kathy Peterson, and brother-in-law Don Peterson and his wife Cindy; also many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Edward and Charlotte Doepken and his sister Roxann Watso. Chuck graduated from Linsley Military Academy in Wheeling and Wittenberg College. He was Vice President of Marketing for US Super Tuff Steel Company, and he was active in his church, serving on several committees. Donations in Chuck's memory may be made to Bethlehem Lutheran Church ELCA in Glenshaw, PA Visitation Tuesday 7-9 p.m., NEELY'S 2208 Mount Royal Boulevard, Glenshaw. A memorial service will be held at Bethlehem Lutheran Church at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 16, 2011. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT CHURCH Please visit us at
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Jeff Price

March 16, 2011

I will always remember Chuck helping my Mom with her Christmas tree so when we came to visit for Christmas everything was ready for the kids. The kids loved this past Christmas, in no small part to Chuck. I love you Lisa. Thanks for being such a good friends to my Mom.

March 16, 2011

I remember Charles as a youg boy. He lived across the street from me in Wheeling. I would watch him help his Dad put up the outside Christmas lights. Ed Doepken was very tall and Charles being a young boy was tiny in comparison. It was a Norman Rockweel moment.All the children in the neighborhood played together and had fun swinging on the vines across the ravines like Tarzan. I live in Santa Barbara, CA and was visiting Wheeling a few years ago and had the pleasure to renew my friendship with Charles and his family. My sympathy goes out to you on your loss.
Carolyn Ihlenfeld Shupe, Santa Barbara, CA

Diane McMahon

March 16, 2011

Dear Lisa,

As a former employee and now board member at Northside Common Ministries it was my honor to work and serve with Chuck in support of the homeless and very low income people served at the food pantry and shelter on the North Side. Chuck was a tireless and faithful advocate for those who were facing poverty and difficult times. Chuck's "can do" attitude, positive presence, and heartfelt assistance benefited local friends and neighbors in need. We thank you and Chuck for your great concern for those served by Northside Common Ministries. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Brad Hiles

March 15, 2011

Mrs. Doepken,

I am truly saddened to hear of the passing of your husband Charles. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help you in this difficult time.

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Connie Chosky

March 14, 2011

Lisa,
Chuck had a very 'dry' sense of humor that kept me in stiches every time we talked. He always had a bright smile on his face that seemed to be just for me yet I know others feel the same way about that smile being just for them too. I especially remember our trip to the Renassaince Festival, drinking wine, sharing meals together {like homemade enchiladas with hot dogs for Chuck}, the Festival of Bells CD we both bought, and the list could go on forever. Chuck's Christian faith was evident in how he lived his life. His compassion and kindness was endless. Although I'm not a life-long acquaintance of his, I feel that I've known him forever and will miss Chuck tremendously. I find hope in my firm belief that Chuck now resides in the peaceful presence and full grace of Christ Our Redeemer for all eternity. Please know that you can call me any time you need me.

Bob Holzbach

March 14, 2011

Lisa,
Please accept my sincerest condolences on your loss. I felt privileged to call you and Chuck "Friends". Having lost my wife Zita after 39 years I understand how you feel. Please know that time, family and friends will get you through these troubling times. I will never forget what a "Class Act" Chuck was. I could see how much he loved and respected you every time I was with you both. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.
With sincerest regards,
Bob Holzbach

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