Charles F. Spiekerman

1962 - 2019

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1962

DIED

2019

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Charles Spiekerman Obituary

Charles (Chuck) F. Spiekerman

Charles (Chuck) Frederick Spiekerman, age 56, passed away on Aug. 9, 2019, in the mountains of the North Cascades. Chuck balanced a climbing life with family and an academic career. Chuck was born to Robert F. Spiekerman and Nancy H. Spiekerman on October 16, 1962, in Stockton, CA. He graduated from Saint Mary's High School in 1980 and attended Santa Clara University (BS, Mathematics, 1984) and the University of Virginia (MA, Mathematics, 1986). After teaching at Chabot College and Santa Clara University for several years, he enrolled at the University of Washington where he earned a PhD in Biostatistics (1995). Chuck taught and did research at the University of Washington School of Dentistry for over 20 years. Chuck and his wife of 26 years, Mary Emond, were wed at the Hall of the Mountaineers in Seattle in 1993. They climbed Mt. Hood and skied Mt. Bachelor on their honeymoon. He was the father of two beautiful children, Conrad and Stephanie. He was a good man, a loyal son and friend, and a loving father and husband. Chuck was predeceased by his father, Robert F. Spiekerman and is survived by his mother Nancy Hane Spiekerman, sisters Susan Todd and Sally Hutley, and his aunt Carol Muller. Memorial service dates will be posted at molesfarewelltributes.com in the near future.

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Published by The Seattle Times on Aug. 25, 2019.

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Sunny Okeigbemen

October 15, 2019

Rest in peace, Professor Spiekerman. Nice, easy going, and simple guy who taught us Biostatistics during the 2008 Sumner Institute Class. You always seemed to me not to be afraid of disease or death. RIP, Chuck!

Wendy Harrison

October 6, 2019

Mary, I'm so sorry for your loss. I recall you introduced me to Chuck years ago when we were all graduate students and I was working at the University cafeteria. It sounds like he led a full and active life and will be greatly missed.

Kim Siegmund

September 20, 2019

I remember Chuck very fondly as a classmate and friend in graduate school. He was a very curious and deep thinker, and a good poker player. But, what I will remember him for the most was his love of music and introducing me to the Seattle grunge scene. Watching Mudhoney in concert I experienced my first mosh pit and slam dancing. Chuck saw me lose my balance and start to fall and he quickly grabbed my arm, pulled me up and advised me to always stay on my feet. Before going to see The Jesus Lizard, he loaned me a tape recording so I could become familiar with their music in advance of the concert. I did not feel my untrained ear could recognize a single melody on the track yet at the show, halfway through the set, they started to play a song that I recognized from the recording. I looked at Chuck with excitement that he returned with his big knowing smile and slow nod of his head. It was the same smile that appears on many of the wonderful pictures posted on this site. I am forever grateful to Chuck for his gifting me these experiences and creating these fond memories of Seattle in the 90s. I will always remember him for this.

Richard Heli

September 8, 2019

Haven't seen Chuck since we were in high school together, but am shocked by this tragic news. Remember him as very smart and funny, often audacious. I was new at the school and he was friendly and welcoming to me, which I appreciated. We were in the chess and wargames clubs, as well as Model UN. Recently checked my yearbook and the message he wrote was very kind and thoughtful. Am sure the world is diminished without his presence. My sincere condolences to his close friends and family. The photo at left is his avatar on the games website, which somehow reflects his fun and unique spirit.

September 5, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss! Chuck was a funny guy and always made me smile. Sending you prayers for strength. Love, Suzette Calderone

September 3, 2019

I am so sorry about your loss....love and prayers to Nancy, Sally, and Susie ❤
Love,
Gina Meadows Spiteri

Rania Nuwailati

August 28, 2019

I'm very saddened to hear of his loss. Dr. Spiekerman was one of my favorite professors at the University of Washington; he was a helpful and kind teacher. He was a valued scientist, and his family can be justly proud of his contributions. I will always remember him with respect. I wish to convey my deepest sympathy and extend my condolences to his family. I hope that time and memories will help them lessen the burden of their sorrow. He is in my thoughts and prayers.

Thomas Dodson

August 28, 2019

Condolences - Our thoughts and prayers are with Chuck's family.

August 28, 2019

Condolences - thoughts and prayers are with Chuck's family.
Tom Dodson

Nick Miller

August 27, 2019

Chuck was an exceptionally welcoming person with a seemingly infinite amount of patience. He loved to introduce me to music that I never would have been exposed to otherwise, and he never treated me as anything less than a peer in the hobbies we shared. He was truly wonderful to know.

Mark Drangsholt

August 27, 2019

Chuck was a wonderful friend and person. He was kind, caring, modest, reliable, unassuming, highly intelligent, and fun to be around. He was especially proud of both of his children, Stephanie and Conrad. Chuck would always ask me about my kids and how they were doing, and he was genuinely interested and concerned about them. He helped many graduate students with the statistical aspects of their research projects, and they greatly appreciated his expertise. The last time I spoke with him, he was going climbing, two weeks before the trip on August 9th. We spoke of the challenges of mountain climbing, and he was fully cognizant of the dangers, but assured me that he did not take unnecessary risks. He will be greatly missed. I hope we can have a proper memorial for him.

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