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He is leaving behind four children, William Kumalaa, Jessica Kumalaa, Savannah Maine, and Kylie (Cade) Wygal, six grandchildren, and his younger sisters. He was a loving, caring father who made unmeasurable sacrifice over the years driving truck to provide for his family. He was a wonderful father and an even better Papa to his grandkids which he loved more than anything in this life.
Chuck spent a lot of his free time surrounded by cars. He was known for his fun, flashy cars whether it be his Old Willys, his old Chevy, his bright orange Charger, or his beautiful blue challenger. His cars were always something to make everyone turn their heads. If you couldn't find him at a car show with his club Rod Knockers, or at an AMMO event, you'd be sure to find him riding around on his motorcycle. Always driving fun, challenging roads like the Tail of the Dragon, or cruising around with his friends.
Chuck was also a huge fan of music. He loved to attend concerts with his kids and his wife Jennifer. He enjoyed his last summer on this Earth driving truck with touring Five Finger Death Punch and being able to be apart of their tour.
He will be greatly missed in this world, he was a great presence to so many and it will never be the same without him.
There will be a celebration of life held in his honor, the family can be contacted privately for information.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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January 6, 2024
I don´t know you or your family, however, I want to send you all my love. I know the struggle with depression and know the struggle he was enduring. He was a selfless man to set aside his time to make sure everyone would be able to have access to supplies. My heart goes out to you guys. I love you all. <3
Emily M
January 5, 2024
I don´t know you, but I love you. I love you and your family. I know the struggle and I´m so sorry.
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January 4, 2024
You don´t know me, but I know you. I am so sorry. The road is long, and it can be so rough. Much love to your family.
Starr M
January 4, 2024
Charles, I didnt know you but I understand you. My papa was a truck driver and sometimes would be gone for long periods. But what I always remember the most was when he'd come back. He'd come back with snacks, stories, and hat hair so severe he always shaved it off. He passed in 2013 and to this day I remember him. To this day he is my favorite person. He wasn't the best person always, but he was my Papa. I'll put my money down to say your grandkids still view you this way. And they probably won't forget you soon. So visit them every now and then so they don't get lonely. I promise they'll see you. I promise they'll still love you. You were worth loving and you still are.
To your family who might be reading this, it does get easier. It may take years, but I promise one day you will be able to say his name and breathe at the same time. Take the time to look into the sky and talk to him. If you believe he'll hear you, he will.
Chuck, if there is a truck stop in the afterlife, can you tell Big Eric that Starr loves him, and that I can breathe again.
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Charmin Ultra
January 4, 2024
To the children of Chuck, this had nothing to do with you. Grieving is a journey that has no destination. Stay strong and live this life well for the grand babies and let them know how much Papa loved his babies. It will be a hard journey but you are all so strong. Rest in peace, may death be sweeter than life.
Kat mck
January 4, 2024
I dont know any of yall, but my heart goes out to all of you.
Lyndsi T
January 3, 2024
So sorry for your family´s lost. I know they loved you so much. I hope you are at peace, chuck.
Valerie Aguirre.
February 24, 2023
Heaven Gained an Angel. May he rest in peace with his lovely wife beside him.
Destiny
February 20, 2023
In Oct, my dad lost his battle with life as well and words can´t describe how it feels. I´m sorry for the hurt your experiencing, no one deserves it
Lena
February 17, 2023
Prayers for your family may they find peace in their hardest times
Crystal
February 16, 2023
Javi
February 16, 2023
We got it from here driver please protect all your fellow brothers and sisters still on the highway life
Riley
February 16, 2023
Though many of us never knew you, your words resonated with more people than you could imagine. Rest peacefully. Thoughts to the family
Kayla
February 15, 2023
I am so sorry for you loss, I hope you all find peace
Beth N.
February 15, 2023
I love you
Rest in Power.
M
February 14, 2023
I did not know you, but I feel you. Rest peacefully brother.
Tom
February 14, 2023
I dont know you, but you mattered.
Samantha
February 14, 2023
1963, that´s my moms birth year too. This breaks my heart. I didn´t know you or your family but may you rest in peace. May your family have the strength to get through this. Condolences..
Lena
February 13, 2023
Rest easy Chuck! I hope you're at peace! I'm so sorry this world let you down so many times.. You'll be missed by many!!!
G
February 13, 2023
Don´t know you sir but I´m sorry you had to leave the world like this. I´m sure you´ve reunited with your wife even though you thought you wouldn´t. May your soul rest in peace.
Kc
February 13, 2023
God bless his family and friends
Blaine
February 12, 2023
I didn´t know you, but I hope you rest in peace. You are loved and missed by so many
Danat
February 12, 2023
I didn´t know him but bless his soul. Sorry for your loss, I hope you all find strength in your memories with him.
Valentina Nyx
February 12, 2023
My condolences.
Bless those who mourn, eternal God, with the comfort of your love that they may face each new day with hope and the certainty that nothing can destroy the good that has been given. May their memories become joyful, their days enriched with friendship, and their lives encircled by your love.
Danyale b
February 12, 2023
I´m so sorry, I´m so sorry, I´m so sorry... he seemed like a nice person off of his pictures with a bright smile, Im so sorry how you got to see his last message to you all..
Morgan
February 12, 2023
I´m so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
YV
February 12, 2023
I don't know him but I want to say to family and friends, I'm so sorry for your loss. May God give you guys strength during this hard time and may the memories you guys have with him live forever in your hearts.
East los Angeles
February 12, 2023
Sending you guys so much love!
May he rest in peace
Kaleb
February 12, 2023
Much love too the family. A wonderful human being gone 2 soon.
Pennsylvania
February 12, 2023
I just wanted to say I am so sorry for your families loss. I'm praying for all of you and also that your loved one is at peace and reunited with his wife.
Anonymous
February 12, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Julia
February 12, 2023
I don't know him or your family, but I'm so very sorry to see of his passing. May his memory bring you all smiles.
Katelynn Williamson
February 12, 2023
Sending love & light your way. Sending my condolences
Brooke
February 12, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Maria
February 12, 2023
You are loved by more people than you could have ever imagined. Warmth, love and condolences to the family. Just know that he is no longer struggling and is at peace.
Haley
February 12, 2023
R.i.p Chuck
Dawn
February 12, 2023
Offering my love, sympathy and prayers to those who loved him most. May his soul be at peace.
Taylor
February 12, 2023
i am SO SO sorry for your loss. charles fought so hard and is at peace. this is a sorrowful time but we can celebrate the life he did live. seems like he was very strong while going through what seems like a lot. my heart goes out to everyone. he loved his family so much.
Addie McMahon
February 12, 2023
I don´t know your family but my heart is with you guys. And it breaks for you. Praying you have comfort
RFITZ
February 12, 2023
I am so very sorry. I´m in tears here and i didn´t know Chuck, or any of you, personally. I hope there is some peace for you all as his family. I also hope his pain has ended. I lost my father by the same manner after battling ALS was too much to bare. My thoughts are with you. I hope you find comfort in each other.
EJ
February 12, 2023
A courageous man who fought long and hard is getting his rest praying for the family may you find solace in knowing he will suffer no longer.
dani
February 11, 2023
i don´t know you guys, but i am so deeply sorry. please know that while we don´t know you, we grieve with you. the world has taken an amazing soul. praying for all of you.
Ari
February 11, 2023
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Ari
February 11, 2023
I pray that y´all find calm within the storm. I pray that you are not angry or confused, but rather understand that the fight is exhausting for some. Celebrate his life. Celebrate his achievements. His memories. Photos. Sentiments. Wishing you strength and sending good energy and vibes your way.
Caitlin wise
February 11, 2023
I do not know you guys but I am praying for your family. this world takes to many good ones away and I hope you guys can find peace one day through this. Share memories of him together, laugh about the good times, and shed your tears because your feelings are real I don´t know y´all but I hope you guys the best in this life!
Gray
February 11, 2023
I'm so sorry for your loss
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