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Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 22, 2004.

Charles P. (Chuck) Heinzen of Silver Bay, died on Jan. 21, 2004, in the Minnesota Veterans Home of Silver Bay where he had spent the last year of his life receiving love and care. Chuck was born on May 25, 1930, in Mellen, Wis., to Prosper and Margaret Rose Heinzen. He was an army veteran who served his country as a paratrooper in Korea during the Korean War. Chuck was united in marriage to Jenny Betzler on Dec. 19, 1953 in Two Harbors. They made their home in Beaver Bay, Finland, and Silver Bay for 50 years. Chuck loved the outdoors, working in his woodshop and spending time with his family. He was a charter member and past commander of VFW post 6204, a member of disabled American veterans and a member of United Protestant Church. Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Roger Heinzen. He is survived by his wife, Jenny (Betzler) Heinzen; daughters, Sandra (Tad) Bissell, Gina Heinzen, Teresa (T. Edward) Judkins, Brenda (Warren) Turman; 15 grandchildren and one great-grandchild who were a special joy to him. Chuck is also survived by sisters, Marge (Bill) Stricker, Lenore (Walt) Skudney, Marilyn (Vernon) Jaeger, Gwen Lawver; brothers, Jerry (Pat) Heinzen, Dan (Sharon) Heinzen; and many nieces and nephew. Several friends were treasures to Chuck. Special friends were Bill Shackelton, Martin (Mickey) Lorntson and Ray Burge. MEMORIAL SERVICE:11 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, 2004, in the United Protestant Church in Silver Bay. Friends and family will gather from 10 am. until the 11 a.m. service. Memorials preferred to the UP Church or Alzheimer's Association. Services entrusted to the Cremation Society of Minnesota (218)624-5200.

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February 8, 2004

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February 6, 2004

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January 31, 2004

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Jenny Heinzen

February 8, 2004

(CHUCK) After the heartaches and sighing shall cease, After the cold winter's blast, After the conflict comes glorious peace- I shall see Jesus at last. -vandall- Friends and family, be comforted. He has found peace and rest.

Denise Schroeder

February 6, 2004

Aunt Jenny, Sandy, Gina, Teresa, Brenda and families,

I'm so sad to hear of Uncle Chuck's death. I'm equally saddened by being unable to attend his funeral and be with all of you. I will miss his teasing and kind nature. I have many fond memories, but I don't know if I can ever forgive him for being the only person to insist that I try eating liver for the first (and very last time) in my life. Thank you Uncle Chuck for making me eat liver. I'm sure it helped prepare me to endure other unpleasantries throughout my life! Love all of you, Denise Schroeder

Tina Jenness

January 31, 2004

Jenny and Family,

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Love, Tina

Paul & Lori Wiener

January 26, 2004

Thinking of your family during this very sad time. You will be in our prayers.

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Walter & Lenore Skudney

January 26, 2004

I miss my brother very much, and especially will miss his telephone call every year on my birthday. Love Tootie

Theresa (Strande)Dorman

January 26, 2004

My sympathy to the Heinzen family.I was a classmate of Brenda's. To let you know others are thinking of you. Theresa

Gwen Lawver

January 24, 2004

Jen, Sandy, Gina, Theresa, Brenda and families: My big brother will always be near and dear to my heart, I thank God for prayers answered & my prayers continue to go out for all of you and all of us.

Dennis Skudney

January 24, 2004

I am very sorry for your loss.

Dennis Skudney

Cook County Ambulance Service

January 24, 2004

Gina, Teresa and family,

We are all sorry for your loss. Please remember you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Your friends in Cook County,

Brian & Geralynn Skudney

January 23, 2004

Jenny & family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Marilyn Jaeger

January 23, 2004

We will miss him. Chuck was a great brother! (A great 'tease' too but all in love & fun.) I was so proud of the hard work he did to overcome some tough obstacles in life but especially proud that he made Jesus Lord of his life! I know he's in the mansion prepared for him right now -- probably out in his "mansion workshop" building something!

Deborah Cone-Feldt

January 23, 2004

Dear Jenny, Gina and family,

I was so sorry to hear of Chuck's death. It's been a long ordeal for you all. Some of my fondest memories are times spent at your house. You truely were my "second family" and will always be very special to me.

My thoughts will be with you and I'll see you the next time I'm in MN.

With heartfelt sympathy, Deborah

Theresa Cone Nelson

January 23, 2004

Jenny and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Growing up on Evans Circle together made all of us such a part of each others lives. We will always remember Chuck in our hearts. He was a kind and thoughtful man.

Theresa and Deb

Jason, Miranda, & Dylan Lawver

January 23, 2004

Jenny & family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Peace be with you all.

Lois and Steve Boen

January 22, 2004

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. These are the times I wish we didn't live so far away.

Love, Lois and Steve

Jim Anderson

January 22, 2004

To the Chuck Heinzen family.

Gina, and family. I am very sorry for your loss. No words can take away the sorrow and pain. But know people to care and share your loss. I can not remember a time growing up in Silver Bay, that the name of Chuck Heinzen wasnt part of my fathers conversations about Reserve Mining.. He was a very important friend and co-worker of my father. I remember Chuck being at my dad's funeral, with Micky L. That meant alot to me. Peace be with you. The family of Verner Anderson.. Jim and Lynn Anderson.

Kathy Young

January 22, 2004

Jenny and family, May knowing other are thinking of you help to bring you peace. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Arnold Overby

January 22, 2004

Jenny: My sympathies to you and the family.

Kris (Young) Schmidt

January 22, 2004

To the Heinzen Family ~

May it be a source of comfort to know that others care and are thinking of you. You are in our prayers. Sincerely ~ Kris, Bob, Kyle and Ryan Schmidt

~ The Bend in the Road ~

Sometimes we come to lifes crossroads

And view what we think is the end,

But God has a much wider vision,

And He knows it's only a bend -

The road will go on and get smoother,

And after we've stopped for a rest,

The path that lies hidden beyond us

Is often the part that is best . . .

So rest and relax and grow stronger -

Let go and let God share your load,

And have faith in a brighter tomorrow -

You've just come to a bend in the road.

~ by Helen Steiner Rice ~

Gary Morris

January 22, 2004

I enjoyed working for Chuck at the Yards & Docks Dept of Reserve Mining. Because of his interest in the outdoors, he was fun to "BS" with. Likewise, you mention Mickey and Burge....also great guys.

Gary Morris

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