Charles Hughes Trask
1929 - 2017
Charles Hughes Trask
1929 - 2017
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Cheryl Baunsgard
June 11, 2020
Remembering Dr. Trask. He was truly a wonderful doctor and human being.
Cheri Baunsgard
June 11, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person and doctor.
Larry O'Donnell
June 26, 2017
I was saddened to read of Charlie's passing. I first heard of him when I turned out for track in the mid-1950s at Everett High School. Coach Art Ramstad loved to talk about his state championship track teams of 1945 and 1947 and of course Charlie was the 440 yard state champ on the '47 team. "Rammy", as he was known, had such admiration and respect for Charlie and the other dedicated athletes who had brought such honor to EHS. Years later I did meet Charlie, who expressed fond memories of his track days and his high regard for "Rammy". In more recent years, I enjoyed seeing Charlie at the YMCA, where we both grunted around in the work out room. What a fine guy. He will be missed.
Neale Smith MD
June 22, 2017
I have fond memories of our neighbor and friend on Maulsby Lane. The Trasks seemed like the Lane's anchor tenant. Chuck and his family were always busy. I fondly remember being hosted at their cabin (Chuck grilled a salmon), his vintage black car, playing ball in his driveway, trusting his daughter to sit our kids, and just gabbing with him while on his front lawn.
He was as friendly, helpful and at ease at the hospital as he was at home. He set an example for me and other docs to follow: excellence/devotion to family and his craft.
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Kathy Crocker-Pearson
June 22, 2017
Our sympathies to all of you from the "old neighborhood" family the Crocker's. Hi to Carol...I wish I could say I miss working in the O.R. but....Hi to all. Kathy Crocker, R.N.
Sid Schwab
June 22, 2017
I joined the Everett Clinic surgery department in 1982, to the generous welcome of Charlie. My first impression was that he was taciturn and humorless. Boy, was I wrong. In addition to being a fine and caring surgeon, he had a sly sense of humor that flashed at just the right times. Unexpected ones, too. One of my favorites was when he was called in by another partner in the middle of the night to help with a self-induced injury by a baseball bat. (I'll spare the reader the details.) When Charlie arrived at the OR, he said, "Irv, I didn't know you did sports medicine."
Another memory is seeing Charlie running up the walkway to the hospital. Figuring there was some sort of emergency, I stopped him to ask if there was something going on and if he'd need any help. "No," he said. "I just don't like to waste my time walking."
That was Charlie Trask: efficient, dedicated, smooth. And fun. He gave an enormous amount to his patients and his colleagues. To that I can testify. Deep condolences to Joan and the rest of his large and impressive family.
Diane Quammen
June 20, 2017
It was a honor to have worked alongside such a kind and respectful partner. I also treasure the memory when he cared for my grandfather and was able to put him at ease with his calm and friendly manner. God's blessings to the family.
The Lindgren Family
June 19, 2017
He was a man that never raised his voice. He was a respected and loved surgeon, husband, & father and a wonderful neighbor. His skilled hands and healing touch made a huge difference in the community he served with great distinction. I will miss our "sitting on the curb talks". May God greet you with open arms and bless your wonderful family who will miss you so much. We are very thankful in having known you.
Judy Burns
June 19, 2017
Such a remarkable man! I was a nurse at Providence hospital for several years & enjoyed listening to his stories! My condolences to his family & friends! Peace!
Jim O'Neil
June 18, 2017
I had a water skiing accident my sophomore year in high school. Mom insisted on Dr. Trask to perform the surgery on my arm. 150 stitches later, he miraculously put me back together, and the scar hardly shows, thanks to his skillful hands. Dr. Trask was one of the finest people I ever knew. Gods Speed.
David and Jasmine Trask
June 18, 2017
The memories live within us, your legacy lives on in the world, your name lives on in family, and our fond and loving prayers go with you. Always and always.
Cheri Baunsgard
June 17, 2017
As a visitor to Holistic Family Home, I always made sure I visited with Dr. Trask. I so fondly remember the day he took me into his room and showed me pictures of his family and trips he and his wife, Joan-Ley took. He was a very gracious and caring person. My condolences to his family. I will miss seeing and visiting him and his caring wife.
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