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CHARLES SHULL Obituary
Charles Leon "Chuck" Shull, 74, of Goode, died Thursday, August 16, 2012.
He was born in Storm Lake, Iowa a son of the late Clare Shull and Nellie McCormick Shull. Chuck served his country in the Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was a Sociology Professor with Lynchburg College.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years Ann Casavant Shull; a brother, Mike Shull and his wife Sharon of Council Bluff, Iowa; many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service celebrating Chuck's life will be held at a later date. Please consider donations to the Bedford Humane Society, 829 Ole Turnpike Dr. Bedford, VA 24523.
Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home, Bedford, 540-586-7360.
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Memories and Condolences
for CHARLES SHULL
Steve Taylor
April 5, 2018
I knew Chuck back in the "dark ages" when we were graduate students at UVA. Truly a fine individual.
Mick Calvacca
April 27, 2017
Easily the best professor I had in my four years (75-79) at Lynchburg College.
September 2, 2012
watched some movies with him. some grape movies.
Ron Bruer
August 22, 2012
Other than during class hours I had many encounters with Chuck, though I never called him Chuck but Mr. Shull. Once we even ran into each other in the bowels of the New York subway system beneath Times Square. And then there was the time he was brave enough or maybe he had the foresight to let me provide one of his classes with a lecture about the music business and how it related to Human Sexual Behavior. I tried to keep in touch by sending postcards from around the World and we had a few chats at a variety of class reunions. His insights and friendship were never far from my thoughts and he was certainly a prince among men. I admired him for making Lynchburg College his home and creating an extended family that will miss him dearly. It was an honor.
Thomas Caine
August 21, 2012
My name is Thomas Caine, a junior at Lynchburg College. I had Dr. Shull's cultural anthropology class 2nd semester freshman year. However, the class was at 8:30am and I was unable to stay awake for class. Dr. Shull was cool enough to let me show up after class for a recap on what happened during class because he understood how difficult his class was at 8:30am. I was going to have him for intro to sociology around 11am and I planned to make up a semester's worth of sleeping during class up to him. Unfortunately, I heard of his passing and I'm sad to say I was unable to make up for the semester I spent sleeping in his class. I swear I was going to and I'm gonna miss Dr. Shull because he meant something to me and my college experience. RIP
Ken Eiker
August 20, 2012
I am so very sad to learn that Chuck has died. I count him among the greatest blessings in my life. As a student and young adult at Lynchburg College, Chuck helped me, with love and compassion, through some of the most challenging transitions in my life. He was an anchor for me at LC as a student and later when I worked as an administrator there. I smile when I think of the number of students who were so fortunate to have had Chuck in their lives -- and there are many of us. The sweetest of men, with sparkling blue eyes, I am lucky to have had him along on part of my journey.
August 20, 2012
Ann,
I'd like you to know how much Chuck means to so many LC students. An excellent teacher, thoughtful adviser and even better person. His friendship is one of the most important things to come from my time at school.
I consider myself enormously lucky to have spent time with him.
Best,
Jim Stratton
Orlando, FL
LC '87
August 20, 2012
Ann and family,
We at Piedmont Eye Center and Dr. Moss are sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept out deepest sympathy in the passing of your husband. It has been a privilege at Piedmont Eye Center to have been involved in his care. Our prayers ar with you and your family during this time of grief.
Piedmont Eye Center and Staff
Stuart Porter
August 19, 2012
My last year at Lynchburg College back in 1978, I took his into class just to fill out my schedule. To this day I can remember many of the things he taught and often think of them. He also had subtle facial expressions that were quite humorous. Sorry to hear the news.
August 19, 2012
Dear Ann,
I am sad to hear of Chuck's passing. He was a good friend and colleague to me for many years. His colleagues liked and appreciated him and his students have remained steadfast. I liked him so much because he was a unique person, steadfast, and always interesting to talk with.
Peggy Pittas
Bruce Kolbe
August 19, 2012
Ann.......our thoughts and prayers are with you since Gale J. called last Thursday and gave us the sad news. I am very thankful we were able to see Chuck four years ago when we got together in Iowa. Thinking of you, Bruce & Bev Kolbe.
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