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1932
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2010
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Charles Jernberg Obituary
St. Cloud, MN
January 1, 1932 ~ November 10, 2010
Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 AM on Saturday, November 13, 2010 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, St. Cloud for Charles Michael Jernberg, Sr. who died at his home on Wednesday, November 10th. Family and friends may call from 4-8 PM on Friday, November 12th at the Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, St. Cloud and also one hour prior to the service on Saturday at the church. A ritual service by VFW Post 428 will be held on Friday at 6:30 PM followed by parish prayers at 7 PM at the funeral home. Entombment will be in the Assumption Cemetery Mausoleum, St. Cloud.
Charles was born to the late Walter F. and Mary (Schwagel) Jernberg in St. Cloud. He enlisted in the US Air Force and served his country from May, 1949 to September, 1952. He married Delphine Knaus on May 7, 1953 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, St. Cloud. He was a conductor for the Great Northern/Burlington Northern Railroad from 1953 until his retirement in 1994.
Charles was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church and VFW 428. He enjoyed spending time at his cabin on Mille Lacs Lake and was an avid sportsman, enjoying fishing and hunting.
Survivors include his wife, Delphine; children, Lawrence (Linda) of St. Joseph; James (Cheryl) of St. Cloud; Charles Jr. (Rosemary) of St. Cloud; brothers and sisters, Gerald (Kathleen) of Fargo, ND; Patricia Duggan of Cudahay, WI; and Marilyn Kazmarski of Cudahay, WI; six grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Charles was preceded in death by his brother Robert Jernberg.
Memorials are preferred to the St. Cloud Hospital Hospice. Charles' family would like to thank the St. Cloud Hospital Hospice for the excellent care they provided.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Jernberg
Frank Jordan
November 13, 2010
Mr. Jernberg was a man I will always remember with respect and admiration. He took the time and effort to show me what made a good brakeman and conductor. It was a pleasure to work his turn with he and Herb. Tough but fair, he always taught me how to get paid!
Terry and Julie Malone
November 12, 2010
We are thinking of you Chuck, Rose, and family. So sorry for your loss. Hold tight to the many years of memories and the certainty that Chuck is now with Jesus. We hold you in prayer.
Tom Milberry
November 12, 2010
Working with Chuck was always interesting, with his great sense of humor, knowledge of the job to be done & willingness to work he will be remembered by his co-workers forever. He will be missed.
Scott Lentz
November 12, 2010
My sincerest condolences.
John Van De Walker
November 11, 2010
My heartfelt sorrow goes out to the family. I worked with Chuck when he was in the twin cities, the memory of him will be with us forever.
ROBINSON PHIL
November 11, 2010
AS A NEWLY HIRED BRAKEMAN BACK IN 1967, WHENEVER I WORKED WITH CHUCK HE HAD THE PATIENTS TO STOP AND HELP ME WITH MY RESPONSIBLES AS A BRAKEMAN....I LEARNED ALOT FROM HIM AND I'LL NEVER FORGET......RIP FRIEND.....PHIL ROBINSON - PRESCOTT VALLEY, AZ.....
November 11, 2010
Chuck and Rose,Sorry to here of your loss.Chuck your a great son.Always remember that you did everything you could.The memories and the stories that you have will help you.My thoughts and prayers are for you and your family.Lisa Wensmann
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