Charles Francis Wilkins
Charles Francis Wilkins
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Chuck was educated at Benson High School in Portland and Cal Tech (where he received an AA in Electronics). He served two tours of duty with the US Army in Vietnam, receiving three Purple Hearts, and after his honorable discharge as a Sergeant, served with the California Highway Patrol and on the Portland Police Bureau Reserves for twenty years. He then worked as an office machine technician, a position he held until retirement.
On November 22, 1986, he and Vera McConnell were united in marriage at Temple Baptist Church in Portland, Oregon. They worshiped at Temple Baptist, where Charles was a Sunday School teacher (for junior high school boys) for over ten years and served in church leadership positions.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and by his first wife, Marilyn Feiss Wilkins.
He will be missed by his loving wife of thirty years, Vera McConnell Wilkins, brothers Bruce Wilkins and Phillip Wilkins, both of California, four brothers-in-law, two sisters-in-law, numerous nieces and nephews, and many close friends.
A memorial service will take place at Temple Baptist Church, 1319 NE 7th Ave 97232 in Portland, on Thursday, October 20 at 7:00 PM.
Donations to either Temple Baptist Church or the Wounded Warrior Project would be greatly appreciated by Chuck's family.
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Michael Buys
October 11, 2016
Chuck loved and served God for many years and loved Vera dearly. I am honored to call him a friend and brother in faith.
Jeannette Bessler
October 6, 2016
I remember Chuck whizzing around church on his scooter. He always had a kind word for everyone. He would let me know whether he needed a bulletin or whether Vera had gotten him one. One Sunday, he shared that one of his greatest desires was to get rid of his scooter and walk.
Marilyn Goddard Rowland
October 4, 2016
I have known Chuck since I was a child I saw his kindness, love for the Lord and for his wife Vera closely, he truly loved his family and valued his friends. I am proud to say I introduced him to Vera and their nearly 30 years of marriage was a joy to behold. I will miss his dry somewhat sarcastic humor and will cherish that he was more of a brother to me and an uncle to my son Jonathan. RIP dear Chuck.
Richard Shimomura
October 4, 2016
Chuck was a great guy. I knew him through church and occasionally saw him when he came to repair our company's office machines. Chuck was always friendly and had kind and uplifting words to say. He will be missed.
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John & Jean Germer
October 4, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to all ..... Memories .... God will hold your memories while you let go .... love you Carl and Sheila
Karen Moreschi
October 4, 2016
His smile and his quick wit will be missed and remembered by many.
October 4, 2016
I was so saddened when learning of Chuck's passing. He always had a kind word and a smile even when we knew he wasn't feeling well. He will be greatly missed. My prayers for the entire family at this difficult time. I love you Vera! Nancy Goldsmith Portland, Oregon
carl mcconnell
October 4, 2016
Brother Chuck was always upbeat. His smile was contagious, and he never let his pain show. He is home with his Lord, and still smiling. God blessed our family when he and my sister got married. He will certainly be missed.
Roger & Cathy Kirchner Family
October 4, 2016
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Chuck's passing. We are praying for you daily.
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