Claude Stanley Choules

To have lived such a long life and to have been an eyewitness to "The war to end all wars," must have been quite an experience. However, as his daughter said in his obituary, "He was uncomfortable with anything that glorified war," but felt family was the most important thing in his long life. This statement is that of a very courageous man. He came to find his happiness in the peaceful setting of a very loving family. He certainly did have a good finish.

What a wonderful man he was, I too am proud to be related as my Father was George Henry Choules (b Nov 1902),his Father William Henry Choules (b 1863), his Grandfather Young Choules (b 1836) Rest in Peace.

What a great man is Claude 'Chuckles'Choules. It is a great honor to have his name in my Family Tree. My only wish was that I known of this great man earlier and perhaps could have visit him when I was in OZ several years ago visiting other relatives. We are distant relatives from Sarah Monk marrying William Young Choules in nov.11th 1834.
God Bless all of the Choule family.

So sad a loss rest in peace and thank you for your service to help make this a better place to live in you are a hero so rest now in peace with loved ones

Rest In Peace.. and yeah WOW... he's smiling, i can feel it..

As a former US Marine Sgt, I thank you for your service to make this world a safer, better place.

To serve in two world wars is a great sacrafice. To survive them well over 65 years in incredible.

Seaman Choules, you are relieved!

Semper Fi,

WOW! That's the only thing I can think to say. What an extraordinary man. This is what America is made of. I am only sorry that his greatness and patriotism has been lost along the way. He is a great inspiration to all!

WOW! That's the only thing I can think to say. What an extraordinary man. This is what America is made of. I am only sorry that his greatness and patriotism has been lost along the way. He is a great inspiration to all!

This U.S Marine salutes you.

A true hero and fine gentleman. The world needs more men like him. I'm sorry for the families loss, but he will be finally reunited with his beloved wife, other family members and comrades.

I too salute you sir.

We have much to learn from his life of love, passion and values. So glad that his legacy will live on for everyone. May I be so fortunate to find such a solemate. Sonya-Lee Richmond, VA

Rest in peace you fine gentleman and soldier.

Saluting you Sir for your service to country and a life well lived. My sincere condolences to the family in this difficult time.

that man is a true hero. I must have a copy of his book.

God bless the family! My condolences for your loss. Sounds like your father had a rich life.

Rest In Peace, Digger.
(Robert) NeiL KIDD

A life well-lived. Charlie Smith (Seattle, WA USA)

God bless the family left behind! God rest your soul

Condolence from a old Mercury boy.
Peter Pullen 4127.

Thank you for fighting for all freedom. May God Bless you and keep you

What an extraordinary life....one can only dream of having such a presence here like Claude's....Rest in Peace and thank you for the smile you put on my face, and the hope your story instilled in my heart. Cris Aldridge (Winona Lake, IN)

Thank you for doing your part in saving the world. Rest in peace.

To the last man that was living from the Great world war one, who now has passed on. Thank you for your service to the freedom loving people of the world.

Thank you for your service! Quite a wonderful family man!

God Bless you and yours. Thank you for your service. You and your comrades in arms will never be forgotten. We are eternally greatful for all your sacrifices. Rest in peace.

Wonderful man......I wished I could have met him. How can I get a copy of his book....

May God richly bless you..and heaven is much sweeter, I'm sure with such a person like you.. Thank you for your service and dedication to our great country.. We need more like you.. I know your family is so proud of you..and the rest of the United States is also.. I know I sure am..Wish I could have known you..

Mr. Choules, you are an inspiration in love and war.

You served in 2 World Wars & saw much in your lifetime. God bless you..the last combat vet from The War to End All Wars.

What a terrific story and what a great man! Thank you for your service, Claude, and for a life well lived! God bless you and your family!

What a wonderful life!!

I salute your veteran. My condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country.

Beautiful story glad I took a few moments to read about someone I would have enjoyed in my own life and now have. My condolences to those of you who have lost this great spirit. Maggie Colonia,New Jersey

Thank you for your service for the preservation of FREEDOM ....... "I SALUTE YOU"

What a hero to our country. May God let you now rest and give you peace. Thank You for your service to our Country.

I TOOK MY FIRST ORDER FROM AN ARMY 2nd
LIEUTENANT DURING WW II AND I SUSPECT
I WILL SIMPLY FADE AWAY.
I SEE THE MILITARY AS BECOMING OBSOLETE
IN THE 21st CENTURY WITH ONLY THE POLICE TO PROTECT US FROM EACH OTHER
AND FROM OURSELVES.
IN THE 22nd CENTURY WE WILL BECOME
A TRUE DEMOCRACY WHERE EVEN THE POLICE
ARE OBSOLETE.
CARL COSIMO RIZZO
GENERAL OF CROSSING GUARDS

Thank You Mr Choules - one of nature's gentlemen at rest. Lest We Forget.

Thank you for your service GodBless your family.

God bless you Claude Stanley Choules. May you rest in peace.

For God,Country and Home beyond the
call of duty I salute you. this extremely dedicated man has gone to be with his lord for an eternal rest.

Thank you Sir for your service, rest now your job is done!

Thank-you Claude, Rest in Peace for you have done a great job for us.

You lived a full life and will be missed by many I'm sure. I didn't know you but you sound like a person who really knew how to enjoy life. My sympathy to your friends and family. Rest in Gods arms now.

For Claude Stanley Choules,
God Bless You and may you eternally Rest in the Peace that you well deserve. May the rest of us Never Forget those who have served to keep us free. From a daughter of a late WWII veteran.

God bless you Mr. Claude Choules. May the Lord be with the family to find peace and comfort at this time of loss. Although I did not personally know you I believe I recognize the character with many parallels in my own grandfather, Elmer Choules, who also serviced in WW1, lived to 101, was as genuine as they come, honest and simple. At some point in the past cut from the same cloth. Thank you for your dedication to your fellow man through war and peace at home and aboard. I have alway been proud of my heritage and the family name I carry and to have this in common with such a great person reinforces that and inspires me. Bless you Choules family.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

One of life's heroes! May you rest in peace.

May God bless you. Thank you for all you have done.

Rest well soldier, job well done. Dave and Jan Farrell

Thank you for your service

Thank you for everything that you done for us. We love you from the bottom of our hearts. My God Bless your family and keep them until you all meet again.

Thanks for Serving !

To the the family of Claude Choules - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that Claude will be missed by many.

WoW! What an amazing man! His story was on our local news --- and I was shocked that someone could live much past 100! I know the many great memories and stories you have of your father will help bring you peace and comfort. You're in our prayers.

Thank you for what you did for the people of The United States of America back in World War 1, it's the same reason we are fighting today, "FREEDOM".

thank you sir.

The American Red Cross Military Services of Stark County sends our deepest sympathy in the loss of a True Hero we say "Thank You for Your Past Service to Our Country"

God Bless your beautiful soul.

May you at long last rest in peace. Thank you for all you have done for the world.

Sounds like you had full and eventful life, some hard times also. Heaven has a good perosn now. Thanks for your service

MR .CHOULES SERVICE TO HIS COUNTRY IN WW1 WAS ADMIRABLE AND HIS PASSING LEAVES ONLY ONE WW1 VETERAN LEFT IN THE WORLD. HE DID HIS DUTY AND HE WILL BE REMEMBERED FOR HIS CONTRIBUTIONS TO LIBERTY!

A fold in time has closed. God speed Mr. Choules.

May the God of all comfort grant your family peace at this time. Soon there will be a time when there will be no more wars and all will live in harmony. (Psalms 23:4)

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

God Bless Him 0 : )
Sounds like he lived a great life! 110 Wow, boy did he have good genes! hahahaha

I just wanted to send my condolences to your family.
I recently lost my Dad also (Claude and nick name Chuckles)
that's what caught my eye. Our Dad was 80. We lost him last 11-2-10 (Election Day here in America) (All Saints Day to boot!)

I was reading the write up on your Dad, he had a very interesting life.
Your Dad and my Dad were very much the same. Our dad did not know his dad at all. He'd say, " If his biological father didn't want to get in touch with me at all when I was little or growing up well then he doesn't exist to me!"
Alot of the things your dad said reminded me that my dad felt the same way about things in life.
Like about having a poor start out But a good finish.
His family being the most important thing to him.
I hope they meet up in heaven. They surely have alot in common to talk about!

Go get em' Chuckles 1 and Chuckles 2

With deepest sympathy
CindyfromRIintheUSA

GOD BLESS YOU AND THANK YOU FOR WHAT YOU DID. MY WW II BROTHER WHO WAS IN THE SOUTH PACIFIC PASSED AWAY AND WAS BURIED ON VETERANS DAY IN 2009.

REST IN PEACE AND TELL MY BROTHER WE MISS HIM AND LOVE HIM JUST AS MUCH AS WE LOVE YOU......

I have extremely high regard for veterans of the "Great War". Now that they are all gone, they will be greatly missed. I knew several of them, and had the great honor to work with three of these men, and I will always remember them as My Hero's. MAY GOD BLESS MR. CHOULES, AND ALL OF HIS BROTHER'S OF WW-I. MAY THEY ALL BE WITH GOD IN HEAVEN.

May you rest in sweet peace with the love of your life, your precious wife. He is an inspiration to many, myself included! May God comfort the family.

Bravo, Mr. Choules! Your life is an inspiration for all. Blessings to your family and on your soul.

Your work is done, Sir. You are in God's hands now. Thank you for your service, and God Bless! ?

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Peace be to you Sir. You have earned it.
You are in God's hands, now. Thank you for your service.

RIP with your wife for eternity. You deserve it. Job well done.

Thank You Sir.

REST IN PEACE SIR, IT SEEMS THAT YOU WERE A WONDERFUL FAMILY MAN.

May you Rest in Peace now soldier. Thank you for your service. You lived life to the fullest and enjoyed everything that God had to offer. Heaven has another in Angel.

God Bless you Mr. Choules

God speed, may all the stars of France, Britain, Flanders, Africa, and all the Heavens welcome you

To the family of the late Mr.Claudes Stanley Choules we bless God for this man .We bless God for the long life he gave him own earth.To the family just hold own to Gods unchanging hand he will give you peace and joy.Sweeping due for a night but joy comes in the morning.I didnot know him but I saw the News at 6a.m.own wtoc .He was a veteran with a long life,Sleep own Mr.Choules.Your work is done own earth.

God Bless

Thank God for Mr. Choules he saw the colorful side of life in every human being. Thank God for his longevity.

Mary, in Virginia.

what a wonderful man so sorry for your loss but one more star in Heaven

What a great, long life. Rest in Peace Mr. Choules. Condolences to all the families and friends.

We are the Dead. Short days ago
We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved and were loved, and now we lie,
In Flanders fields.

God Bless you Sailor, May You Have Fair Winds and Following Seas.

REST IN PEACE DEAR MR CHOULES.

What a privelege it must have been to know this man and call him family or friend.I sit here in awe of the idea of having my parent around for so many years.God Bless and keep him and you all .My deepest respects,Beverly

Thank You
My the Lord be with you and your family

What an amazing man! May he rest in peace.

Bless you...what a wonderful life you had!

Deepest sympathy to all your family - and thank you for having such a dedicated serviceman having helped keep our country free. You must be very, very proud. God bless.

Mr. Choules sounded like a wonderful human being. So sorry for your loss. He lived a good life.

Thank you Mr. Choules for all that you've done for us. To the family, Gods' Blessing to all of you. You've had hime for a long time and now he is with God.l

Chris Mosley

Old Salts never die,they just fade away. God Blessing Grace be with him.

WOW!!! your amazing Sir... Bless your heart and be at peace now

Thank you for all you have done for us. God be with you. Your family must be very proud of you. May God bless them.

Condolences
Long Life of
achievement..
GodBless you
'CLAUDE'rip~