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Charles Lee "Chuck" Manley
BLOOMINGTON - Charles Lee "Chuck" Manley was taken to heaven on April 13, 2021, at the age of 69, in the home that he built surrounded by his family. Originally from Cooksville, IL, Chuck graduated from Octavia High School in Colfax in 1969 and was employed at State Farm. A business owner, he operated Peak Promotions in Bloomington for more than 20 years.
Chuck was an avid motorcyclist for more than 40 years and a founding member of the Dinky Dozen and Knights of the Roundel Motorcycle Clubs. He served on the Board of Directors of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America, as well as the BMW MOA Foundation. He worked tirelessly to advance rider safety, education, and training for the next generation of motorcyclists.
In addition to motorcycling, Chuck enjoyed deer hunting, boating, skiing and made the best smoked rainbow trout in the world. His warm and welcoming spirit earned him the friendship of everyone he met, and his philosophy was always "the more the merrier". He enjoyed many beautiful evenings around the campfire after a long day of riding.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Julie; son Ryan (Mandy); and daughter Brandi (Clayton) Ptak; and also his mother, Betty Stephens.
Carmody-Flynn Funeral Home in Bloomington is handling the arrangements for a private family service and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. The family wishes to thank Kindred Hospice for their tender loving care, especially nurse Bonnie. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BMW MOA Foundation.
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Robert (handsome Bob) Briere
May 29, 2021
Just finishing reading the M O A article on Chuck. So sad, he was always a true gentleman and always welcome me with open arms from the same day we met
Sue Mizell Landes
April 19, 2021
Dear Julie,
I can't tell you how shocked and saddened Lothar and I were to see that Chuck has passed away.
It's been over 50 years since Chuck and I were in school. It's been over 40 years since I last saw you and Chuck but I will never forget the early years at Shakamak.
Nor will I forget the nights after work that Chuck, Pittenger and I would ride our Beemers to Macomb or Carthage, load our bikes in the back of U-Haul trucks and then drive those trucks back to Bloomington for the U-Haul station on Oakland Av at the Beltway.
You, your children, grandchildren and Chuck's mom have our deepest sympathies at this very difficult time. May Chuck Rest in Peace at the Hand of God. May your wonderful memories of a good son, husband, father and grandfather keep Chuck in your hearts until you all meet with him again.
God Bless and Keep You All
Lothar & Sue Landes
Minden, NV
Arlene neumann
April 16, 2021
I am so sorry to hear this news. Chuck was one of a kind and I am so glad I had the honor of knowing him
Rich and Deb Schofield
April 16, 2021
Chuck was a true friend, we had many adventures together and we'll miss him and his whit forever. He will be deeply missed by us and all that he touched in his life. RIP.
Betsy Dow
April 16, 2021
Chuck will be missed. He was a great friend; his sense of humor and wit always brightened everybody's moods.
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