Merrill C. "Chuck" Liebold

Merrill C. "Chuck" Liebold, Retired Master Firefighter of the Virginia Beach Fire Department for 23 years, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2024, surrounded by his beloved family, following complications from liver cancer. Chuck dedicated over two decades of his life to serving his community, joining the Virginia Beach Fire Department on September 16, 1975, and retiring on August 1, 1998. A skilled firefighter and trusted colleague, he was admired by his peers and cherished as a dear friend. In addition to his service as a firefighter, he was an excellent HVAC salesman for over 25 years.
Born on July 31, 1954, Chuck was a native of Virginia Beach until his retirement to the Eastern Shore of VA in 2014. He lived a life defined by love, dedication, and an unshakable sense of duty. He was a devoted husband to his wife of 44 years, Martha Liebold, and a caring brother to Cheryl Liebold, Kirk Liebold (Kelly) and Lori (Beau) Combs As a father to his sons, Chris (Dawn) Hughes and Sean (Linda) Liebold and proud Papa to Kyla and Grayson Hughes, as well as Warren, Tazewell and Woody Liebold. Chuck's greatest joy came from spending time with his family. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
He had a special passion for the simple joys of life, particularly feeding the foxes that frequented his yard, enjoying the sunsets on the Shore and sharing precious moments with his children and grandchildren. Chuck's love for his family and friends was boundless and indescribable, and his memory will forever be a source of inspiration to those who knew him. He was a member of Eastville Baptist Church (on the Shore) and served as Trustee.
A memorial service to honor Chuck's extraordinary life and legacy will be held Monday, December 16th at 11:00 at the Azalea Baptist Church, 3314 E. Little Creek Road, Norfolk, VA. A private interment for the family will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Tunnels to Towers Foundation (t2t.org).
Chuck was loved beyond measure and will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.