Charles Joseph Jaeger

1952 - 2021

Charles "Chuck" Jaeger, 68, was born in Chicago, IL on May 1, 1952 and born into eternity on February 23, 2020. He is survived by his beloved wife of 32 years, Gail Jaeger (nee McNaughton); devoted father to Brooke (Matthew) Galloway and Hannah Jaeger; cherished grandfather of Kinsey and Ellery Galloway; adored brother of Phil, Joan (Wayne) Matejka, Lynda, Gail (Joseph) Wrzesinski, Patricia, Mary Calabria, Steven, Monica, and James (Mary); loving uncle, cousin, and friend of many. Chuck is preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Bonnie, and brother Timothy. Chuck grew up in the Chicagoland area, and graduated from Althoff Catholic High School. He studied at the College of Santa Fe, and graduated from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville with a degree in Chemistry. He earned his MBA from Keller Graduate School of Management. Chuck was a devoted member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. He served in the Knights of Columbus, serving in many ministries supporting the local community. Chuck will be remembered for his larger than life stature, personality, and humor. Chuck was a protector, and made fast friends of most everyone he met. He will be missed for his quick wit, listening ear, and servant heart. Visitation Saturday, February 27, 2:00pm until time of service 5:00pm at Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 950 South Bartlett Road (at Stearns Road) Bartlett. Following services cremation will be private at Countryside Crematory. **Due to covid-19 restrictions masks must be worn in the building at all times, a limited number of people will be allowed in the building at one time. We ask all guests to pay their respects and move on to allow everyone the opportunity to do so. No food will be allowed. Memorial contributions may be made in his honor to Parkinson's Foundation https://www.parkinson.org/ways-to-give For information (630)289-7575 or www.countrysidefuneralhomes.com