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Charles Hallingstad Obituary
Waukesha - Born April 11, 1950 in Burlington; Left us suddenly on September 2, 2019. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Garity) for 47 years. Very proud father of Matthew of Denver, CO and Eric of Boise, ID. Loving grandpa of Anders of Boise, ID. Dear brother of Dennis (Joyce) of Lantana, TX and Thomas (Susan) of Burlington, WI. Charlie is also loved and will be missed by his faithful furry companion Brady, cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends and dear neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents Milton and Lanona "Jean" Hallingstad, and beloved dogs Timber, Trapper, Maggie, Thunder and Cody.
Charlie was a graduate of Burlington High School (1968) and UW-Whitewater (1972). He was In the Army Reserves for 33 years, two years Active Duty. Charlie retired from the Waukesha County Highway Department after 40 years of dedicated service.
Charlie was not only a great friend and mentor, but first and foremost, he was a great husband and father. He was also well-loved by the neighbors in his community and was seen walking his dog several times a day.
Per Charlie's request, no visitation or service will be held. Instead, his wishes were to be cremated, and his ashes scattered in his favorite places.
If so desired, donations in Charlie's name can be made to the Waukesha Humane Society, Disabled Veterans, Intermountain Bird Observatory, or St. Joseph's Indian School.
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Best Buds Brady & Duncan
Larry, Jan, & Duncan Caracci
September 16, 2019
Uncle Charlie, mom and I walk the neighborhood alone now... It just isn't the same without you and Brady doing lap after lap almost every day. We would stop and talk to the neighbors, you and mom would talk about boring stuff while Brady and I tried to catch the neighborhood gophers! At times you would reprimand me, but I appreciate it now, because I'm a much better dog! I love you so much and know that you loved me! As we would walk around the corner and you would be working in your yard, I would drag poor mom toward you so excited to get hugs and give you wet kisses! Thank you so much for taking such good care of me, and being such a good friend to mom. I miss you a lot
Duncan
Pat, from our family to yours, may God shed his infinite grace down on you all during this great time of sadness and loss. We are wishing you healing, blessings, and brighter days to come... We as neighbors are here for you always!
Larry, Jan& Duncan
Cheryl Wagner
September 14, 2019
Our deepest heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved Charlie! May the Lord find you comfort and peace in your most difficult days ahead. Let his memory live on in your hearts forever and know that you will be reunited in God's loving Kingdom together forever one day! Love you so very much!
Cheryl and Rich Wagner
ConnieJean Baatz
September 12, 2019
Love & Condolences to the whole Hallingstad family. Being the only girl cousin & 5 years younger as kids, I have only vaque memories of seeing him at Brown's lake with his friends & later smiling with his beautiful bride Pat. Thank you Chuck & Pat for the service & sacrifices made for our country! I pray the family grows stronger from his memory & the grief lessens in time. In Sympathy & Christ. ConnieJean
Nancy Newbury
September 12, 2019
I am so very saddened by Chucks passing. He will always live in my memory as "The dog whisperer." Whenever I saw him, he always has his dogs, or as I thought of them, his four ( or three) legged kids with him. His compassion and understanding of dogs was exceptional, and I believe, truly defined who he was. Please accept my heartfelt condolences . My prayers are with all of you.
May Gods comfort and strength carry you through this painful and difficult time.
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