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Charles Hart Obituary
West Des Moines
Charles Edward Hart passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 26 at Arbor Springs surrounded by his family and several close friends. He was a loving and protective husband, father, stepfather and grandpa.
Services will be held at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1025 28th Stree, West Des Moines on Saturday, March 4, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation with the family will be held Friday, March 3, 2017 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Hamilton's on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines. Private internment will take place at Resthaven Cemetery at a later date.
Chuck or "Charlie" as he was also referred to by many was born on January 24, 1943 in Centerville, Iowa to Clyde and Icel Hart. Following graduation from Centerville High School he attended Indian Hills Community College and then transferred to Truman State University where he graduated with a degree in Business Administration.
He was employed by The Travelers Insurance Company for 36 years where he retired from in 2002. He also joined the Army Reserves in 1967, and retired in 2003 as a Master Sergeant (E8). He was always very proud of his military service.
Chuck was a guy who truly loved life, his family and his beloved "Hawkeyes". He had many interests including family vacations, golfing, fishing, tailgating at Kinnick, swimming laps and working out at Prairie Life Fitness Club, playing in a monthly poker group, and of course his regular TGIF group of guys. He and his wife, Deb, also enjoyed family time, their circle of friends and their trips to Vail, Florida and a trip to Yellowstone. Chuck always said "to have friends, you have to BE a friend"—and he was.
He is survived by his loving wife Deb of 25 years; a son, Chris; a daughter, Carey; stepson, Michael Turnure; two granddaughters, Alexandra and Riley; and his sister-in-law, Joyce Hart. He is also survived by many in-laws, nieces and nephews and of course, his loyal little schnauzer, Shadow.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Vern, who was his hero; and two spunky schnauzers, Heidi and Cotton. What a wonderful reunion they are all having now.
The family is grateful for all the wonderful support he received from the staff at Arbor Springs, many special friends and Hospice of Central Iowa.
If you wish to make a memorial to honor Chuck, he was a strong supporter of the Wounded Warrior Project, the Animal Rescue League of Iowa, and Covenant Presbyterian Church.
Online condolences may be expressed at www. HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Tom Coates
March 15, 2017
I had many pleasant conversations in the locker room with Chuck for many years. I had not seen him him for awhile & wondered what had become of him. A really sharp & congenial guy. Sorry to find out today he had passed away.
Dale Gordon
March 5, 2017
Deb and Family,
Sorry to hear the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Chuck was a great guy. I got to know Chuck through the insurance business and always enjoyed our lunches and golf games with mutual friends through the years. He will be missed.
March 4, 2017
Deb, so sorry and shocked to learn of Chuck's
passing. I just found out this evening. He was
a great person. We had known each other
since the 60s. Having worked together for
27 years at Travelers Ins. My condolences
to you, family members and friends. My
Prayers to all that you will find the strength
to go forward with great memories. Call
me any time.
Sincerely
Linda Pfaff Gerrard
Sue Butler-Carpenter
March 2, 2017
A gentle man from high school.
Lonnie Schwab
March 1, 2017
Deb, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Lonnie and Edith Schwab
Doug DRAKE
March 1, 2017
Many great memories of times with Chuck in the insurance days .sincere condolences to all the family.
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