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RUNGE, Charles W. "Charlie" Died unexpectedly while enjoying an evening run, Thursday, November 1, 2012. Age 55. Husband of Cheryl L. Runge (nee Murata). Father of Peter and Paul Runge. Son of the late Dr. Paul Runge and Anne Baxter. Brother of Miriam and the late John Runge, Amy Gaffney and Carolyn (Danny) Gammerman. Loved by other relatives and friends. Charlie was a graduate of Talawanda High School In Oxford, OH. Beloit College and the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, Phi Beta Kappa. He dedicated his working life to healthcare administration at numerous hospitals before joining Froedtert Hospital in 1995 during the County Hospital buyout. Most recently, he was Froedtert Healths Sr. Vice President for Planning and Service Line Management. He felt honored to contribute to improving the quality of healthcare in the Milwaukee area. A celebration of Charlies life will take place at St. Matthews Ev. Lutheran Church, 1615 N. Wauwatosa Ave., Wauwatosa, WI on Friday, November 9m at 11AM. Visitation with family and friends will be held from 9:30AM until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, donations are appreciated to the Froedtert Hospital Foundation in the name of the Charlie Runge Family Fund, 9200 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53226, or the AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin (ARCW), 820 N. Plankinton Ave., P.O. Box 510498, Milwaukee, WI 53203-0092. Charlies love and gentle nature will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
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Jackie Williams
November 12, 2012
Dear Cheri, Peter and Paul,
I am so sorry to hear of your unexpected loss. I pray for you at this most difficult time. May you feel God's love.
Diane Lukecart
November 11, 2012
Dear Cheri,Peter,Paul and entire Runge Family, We were very saddened by the news of Charlie's death. Formerly part of our church family, we hold fond memories of him. Please accept our condolences. Brian and Diane Lukecart
Ileen Gilbert and Lee Biblo
November 11, 2012
Dear Cheri, Peter, Paul, and the entire Runge Family,
Thank you for a wonderful memorial service. The pictures and tributes gave all of us such great insights into this wonderful man and the terrific legacy that will live on in his boys and all of us who have known him. Our thoughts are with you. Ileen Gilbert and Lee Biblo
Our thoughts are with you,
Ileen Gilbert and Lee Biblo
November 9, 2012
I knew Charlie as a classmate in high school and attended Young Life with him. Although we didn't keep in touch, he is always remembered fondly, and I'm so sorry for your suddent loss! We will be praying for you in the days ahead, that you will know God's comfort in this difficult time. --Merry (Puff) Hofmann
Cindy Garcia
November 8, 2012
It was a pleasure getting to know Charlie and assist him when I could. He will really be missed.
November 8, 2012
I'm sorry for your loss, I did not know him but he was a speaker at a few meetings that I attended. I was very impressed with him and seem like such a good person and loved his family very much because he would talk about them.
C.A. Huber
November 7, 2012
Every day is an opportunity to change things for the better--Michael Pivec
I believe Charlie worked every day to help create change so that systems could be better and people could be healthier.
Hiam Awad
November 7, 2012
I saw Charlie two days before his passing when I was in the executive suite putting up signs. His comment was signs again and that was the last words I heard. May he rest in peace.
Froedtert Hospital Administrative Fellows
November 7, 2012
The Administrative Fellows of Froedtert Hospital will deeply miss Charlie. Though observation and various project work we were all able to witness what true leadership was. Charlie was always willing to help and provide mentorship with a smile. We admired his work ethic and strategic acumen. We will all be better individuals and leaders because we had and opportunity to work with him.
Keri Schroeder-Jaeger
November 6, 2012
I was so saddened to hear this news; I appreciated and enjoyed Charlie's support, guidance and his humor during the time I worked with him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Dave Ross
November 6, 2012
Tammy Lemke
November 6, 2012
I'll miss Charlie's infectious smile, he will be missed by many. Prayers to the Runge Family.
Bruce Campbell
November 6, 2012
Dear Cheri, Peter, and Paul...Charlie will always be remembered as a wonderful, honest, caring, and compassionate person who lived his values every single day. We need more people like him! Thanks for the impact he made on many lives, including mine. Wishing peace to all of you.
Dennis Maiman
November 6, 2012
I was very saddened to learn of Charlie's passing. Working with him, almost daily, I appreciated his intelligence, dedication, humor, and compassion. May you gather solace in knowing he was so loved, and may his memory always be a blessing.
Gail Radonski
November 6, 2012
Charlie was a warm and friendly guy, who had the knack of being able to make you feel comfortable. The world doesn't have enough people like him, he will be missed.
Beth and Scott Tinsman
November 6, 2012
We are so sorry. He was a wonderful man.
Michelle Messling
November 6, 2012
I was so impressed when Charlie made time to thank me for a job well done; he was a kind and caring man. My thoughts and prayers go to his family.
Terry Frederick
November 6, 2012
Cheri and sons: Charlie was such an example of strength and calm that can only be defined as GRACE. When I worked with him I was amazed by his ability to be kind and compassionate and still focused and dedicated. I am so sorry for your loss.
Gaby Nohelty
November 6, 2012
In the brief time I knew Charlie, he had a great impact and impressed as the warm hearted and wonderful person he undoubtedly was to so many others who had the privilege to know him better. May Charlie rest in peace knowing that he will be dearly missed. Let the arms and hearts of friends give you Cheri the comfort to make it through all.
Jason/Sherry Hamann
November 6, 2012
Charlie was such a kind, gentle, caring soul. From the first time we met he made us feel like a life-long friends. He touched so many and will truely be missed. It was an honor to know him. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you Cheri, Peter and Paul.
Samantha Andrews
November 6, 2012
Charlie was a wonderful and smart person with a great sense of humor. He always had a smile on his face and made a point to say hello and call you by name in the hallway. He will be sadly missed at Froedtert.
Kathleen Blatz
November 6, 2012
Charlie had a very warm, kind soul. It was an honor to have known him when I was at Froedtert. He will be greatly missed.
Lori Reinhardt
November 6, 2012
You touched alot of peoples lives Charlie in a very short period of time. You will be greatly missed. I wish you peace.
November 6, 2012
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your wonderful husband and father. Charlie was such a kind hearted and fun man. I miss our times in the Tosa Newcomer's and seeing Charlie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Janet Protasiewicz and Greg Sell
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