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Charles Hellesen Obituary
Charles J. Hellesen
December 13, 1946 - November 26, 2021
RACINE - Charles J. Hellesen, age 74 of Racine, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 26, 2021.
Born in Racine on December 13, 1946, he was a son of the late Einar and Frances (nee Sepenski) Hellesen.
On September 30, 1967, at St. Rose Catholic Church in Racine he was united in marriage to Barbara J. Andersen. Charles proudly served his country in Vietnam and when he returned to Racine immediately dedicated himself to his work with SC Johnson, where he remained a dedicated employee for 44 years. While working there, his friend and co-worker Jay, convinced him to try skydiving, an experience he would cherish and remember the rest of his life. Outside of work he spent his time caring for his growing family and enjoying life with his wife and their friends.
After a long career, he retired to enjoy the fruits of his labor. He took pride in a well kept lawn, mowing it still just this last week. He spent his retirement enjoying his grandchildren, traveling with his loving wife to visit their son Christopher in La Crosse, and seeing the country. On weekends, he could be found yelling at the Green Bay Packers and NASCAR drivers with joy. Caring for his family and friends was always his highest priority; "we are lost without him".
Survivors include his wife, Barbara; his children: Christopher Hellesen, Margaret Gustin, and Michael (Kimberly Sullivan) Hellesen; three grandchildren: Brian (Abi) Gustin, Clayton Gustin and Kyler Gustin; three great grandchildren, Blake, Dessie, Jaxson, and one on the way.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a great-granddaughter Mia Gustin, and his two sisters: Marie, and Frances Hellesen.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 3, 2021. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. at St Lucy Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Ave. Interment with full military honors will take place in Calvary Cemetery. A visitation will take place at the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Thursday from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to Veteran's Outreach of WI., 1624 Yout St, Racine, WI 53404, or the National MS Society, WI Chapter, 1120 James Dr, Hartland, WI 53209 would be appreciated.
DRAEGER-LANGENDORF FUNERAL HOME AND
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Memories and Condolences
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Jan Van Kammen
December 5, 2024
Dear Chuckie, I miss you as we all do. Wish you were here. I know Heaven is wonderful and timeless, but don't forget to watch over Barb, Chris, MA, Mikey and Kyler. We all need your love to keep us going.
Curt and Judy Kish
December 3, 2021
Margaret - deepest condolences on the loss of your father. Our prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. He is in God's hands now, but left you with great memories to treasure.
Peter Wieczorek
December 1, 2021
Very sorry for your lose.
Mike and Regina Cunningham
December 1, 2021
So sorry for your loss. May your memories of him fill your heart with love and peace.
Jan Van Kammen
December 1, 2021
A memory: Barb, remember when Chuckie did the bunny hop to my car in your driveway? He was hilarious.
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