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Charles F. Query January 12, 2010 longtime Santa Cruz resident Charles F. Query passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at age 73. Born 1936 in Salem Oregon to Floyd and Ruth Query. Chuck spent his childhood in Salem. Graduated from Oregon State University, served six years in the Army and eventually settled in Palo Alto where he met and married his wife Carol of 45 years. After 30 years with IBM, Chuck retired and worked for Seagate. Once retired from Seagate, Chuck pursued his hobbies such as woodworking and researching Oregon waterways and their ferries. He eventually developed his research into a published book, A History of Oregon Ferries Chuck was a ready hand to any who needed him and his gracious nature will be missed. He is survived by his wife Carol, two daughters Rachel and Julie, and one grandson. He is also survived by three siblings. You are invited to celebrate Chuck's life and work on January 23, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. at Oakwood Memorial, 3301 Paul Sweet Road, Santa Cruz. Donations in Chuck's memory can be made to Hospice of Santa Cruz County, 940 Disc Drive Scotts Valley, CA 95066.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Jan. 17, 2010.

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Gini Matute-Bianchi

January 22, 2010

When I think back to my sons' childhood days on Winkle Avenue in Santa Cruz Gardens, I always think of Chuck, Carol, Rachel and Julie. The 4th of July parties on their front lawn are memories I will always cherish. Chuck was the life of the party and always ready to extend a welcoming smile to us. My sons always felt that Chuck was their friend, just as much as he was to the adults in the neighborhood. He was a special person, one that we will remember fondly, always. Go in peace, our beloved friend.

Deanna Kile

January 21, 2010

To The Query Family,

Although I only knew Chuck brifly many years ago, I remember his strong presence well. Both he and Carol opened up their home to me, the vagabond I was, and always made me feel welcome. I will always remember him, and of course Carol as well.

I keep the entire extended Query family in my prayers each day. Carry on his legacy! God Bless. Deanna Corcoran Kile

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