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Charles Kenneth Petter Jr.
Charles Kenneth Petter Jr.
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He was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Charles Kenneth Petter and Bernice "Bunny" Dieckhoff Petter, a sister, Mary Lou Schmunk , and a grandson, Benjamin Charles Greene.
He is survived by his wife of almost 67 years, Rita Martell Petter, a sister, Jackie McFarland, and children Mark Petter (Bonnie), Kimberly Greene (Gary), Susan Blackman (Chuck), Barbara Standefer (Ron) and 7 grandchildren; Natalie Nicholson (Jeremy), Daniel Petter, Amy Brown (Akeil), Kelsey Kaspar (Michael), Chuckie Blackman (Cindy), Matthew Greene (Kelsey) and Sarah Standefer. He was also blessed with 10 great-grandchildren: Dominic, Cameron, Jackson, Charlie, Carson, Lincoln, Cody, Nora, Zuri and Gus. All were proud to call him ""Pop"".
Chuck was born December 9, 1929 in Minneapolis, MN. Moving a few years later to Waukegan, IL where he grew up. He was a talented athlete participating in football, basketball and track & field. He went on to Northwestern University where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Geology and played football for the Wildcats even having an opportunity to play in and win the 1949 Rose Bowl! Following his time in the Army during the Korean War, he signed with the Chicago Bears for 2 years.
After graduating with a Masters degree in Geology from the University of North Dakota and marrying the love of his life, he then joined the ranks of Mobil Oil and spent the next 35 years as a devoted geologist, husband and father. During this time they made life long friends who became known as the "Midland Mafia". Retirement brought this group to Lakeway, TX. While there, he enjoyed golfing, fishing and volunteering in the community. He was a member of the Lakeway Building Commission for many years. Chuck also enjoyed his social time with his weekly men's breakfast and beloved "Spit & Wittle" group. He was loved by all and will be truly missed. A life well lived right to the end.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
Chuck was a huge supporter of many charitable organizations.
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