Charles Haltner

Born on November 10, 1959 (Perham, MN)

Departed on July 29, 2024

Dear Charlie (the Comet), beloved brother, uncle, son of the late Robert and Ila (née Thompson) Haltner, brother of the late Martin Haltner, and uncle to the late nephew Robert Wallace,

When you left us, surrounded by the watchful eyes of the Regions Hospital (St. Paul, MN) "Comfort Care Team" and family, our hearts collapsed into great sorrow. Throughout that day, a spontaneous flurry of texting with an outpouring of love-filled memories and stories from your sisters, brother, nieces and nephews registered from around the world and filled our hearts with peace and, ultimately, delivered a compass for us to navigate our loss.

Without hesitation, we all turned our ears and hearts to the consoling lyrics of Vince Gill's most beautiful composition, that will resonate in our hearts as well as in the many hearts of people who knew and cared for you on your earthly journey.

I know your life on earth was troubled

And only you could know the pain

You weren't afraid to face the devil

You were no stranger to the rain

So go rest high on that mountain

Son, your work on earth is done

Go to heaven a-shoutin'

Love for the Father and the Son

Oh, how we cried the day you left us

We gathered round your grave to grieve

Wish I could see the angels' faces

When they hear your sweet voice sing

So go rest high on that mountain

Son, your work on earth is done

Go to heaven a-shoutin'

Love for the Father and the Son

Now, set forth, dear Charlie, to that high mountain, and rest in peace. You will be perfect and loved, just as you were with your family.

We will celebrate your beautiful and courageous life with a sendoff to your eternal place of peace on Friday, August 16 at Christ Church Cathedral (510 S Farwell St., Eau Claire, WI) Visitation will be held from 10-11 a.m. in the Memorial Lounge, which is adjacent to the nave. The service will begin at 11 a.m., with lunch to follow in the Great Hall at the Cathedral.

(All venues are accessible for approach and entrance, including rest rooms and dining. A safe drop-off and loading location for folks challenged with movement, is located directly in front of the parish hall at 510 S Farwell St.)

In lieu of flowers, we are asking your friends to consider a donation to NAMI-Chippewa Valley, Epilepsy Foundation Chippewa Valley or the ARC-Eau Claire. Drop off location in directly in front of the parish hall

On your behalf, we thank the many dedicated caregivers who surrounded you with compassion, hope, and love, most especially the staff at The Deerfield-Gables in New Richmond, WI, as well as the Hulke Family Funeral Home Members who, with their gentle kindness, provided the needed guidance during this time of bereavement.

With heavy hearts, we bid you adieu!

Brother Robert Haltner Jr. and his children, Ben and Carmen, Timmy, David and their mother Linda and Bobby's grandson Noah

Sister Ruth (née Haltner) and John Wallace, their children, Ian and Clotilde, grandchildren Lola, Margaux and their furry friend Jessy; Simon and Shelah, grandchildren Elise, Brooks, and their furry friends Frasier and Rosie; Curtis and Jonathan and their furry friends Emma and Finn

Sister Rebecca (née Haltner) and Ken Van Es and furry friend Buddy, and their children Christopher and Zach and their furry friend Binx; Katie and Michael, grandchild Ila, and their furry friend Murphy; Laura and her furry friend Henry

Sister Naomi (née Haltner) and Joseph Mauriello and their furry friend Josephine

Sister Rachel (née Haltner) and Russell Tate and their furry friends Annie, Pipa and Estée and Rachel and Russell's children Erik, Grace and Paul and their furry friends Winston and Lolly

Friends and family may offer condolences online at hulkefamilyfh.com.

Hulke Family Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 3209 Rudolph Road, Eau Claire, WI 54701 is assisting the family with the arrangements.