Charlie Van Wormer

CHARLES E. VAN WORMER, JR., 46, passed away at home on November 14, 2013, following a year-long battle with cancer. Born in Niskayuna, New York, he was currently a resident of Sugar Land, Texas.

While residing in New York, Charlie attended Lincoln Elementary School in Schenectady, and Sand Creek Middle School in Colonie. Following his family's move to Texas, he attended Louie Welch Middle School and Sharpstown High School in Houston, TX. Charlie was an ASE Certified Automotive Master Technician, with a vast knowledge of auto repair. During his career, he earned the respect of several employers and innumerable customers by his ability to accurately diagnose and properly repair automotive problems. Most recently, Charlie was employed at Auto Check #5 in Missouri City, TX, where his employer, co-workers and customers will feel the void of his passing.

Charlie's passions were cars and bowling, to which he gave his utmost effort. He consistently maintained a 200+ average in his bowling leagues, and practiced his skill to become even better. Throughout his adult life, he purchased and modified several Chevys, Ford Mustangs, and most recently, a Pontiac G8. His enthusiasm for this vehicle, and his desire to help other G8 owners, led to his involvement with the GRRRR8 website, to which he provided technical expertise and support. Through this site, Charlie made many friends throughout the United States.

Charlie was predeceased by his father, Charles, in 2009; and his sister, Lisa, in 2012. He is survived by his wife, Wendy Alsup Van Wormer; his son, Zachary Aron Van Wormer; and his mother, Rosemary Waleski Van Wormer, all of Sugar Land, TX. He is also survived by his grandmother, Grace Brown of Schenectady, NY; his nephew, Christopher Van Wormer of Sugar Land, TX; several aunts, uncles, and cousins; and a host of friends.

A Visitation will be held at The Settegast-Kopf Co. @ Sugar Creek, 15015 Southwest Freeway, Sugar Land, from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., on Wednesday evening, November 20, 2013. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Laurence Catholic Church, 3100 Sweetwater Blvd., Sugar Land, at 10:00 a.m., on Thursday morning, November 21, 2013, followed by a reception in the Parish Hall.