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Chuck CARRUTH Obituary
CARRUTH, Chuck Edward
Age 73, was born and raised in the Florin and Elk Grove area. He retired after working as a carpenter for 37 years and enjoyed working with wood. He hand-crafted log furniture and unique wooden bowls and loved nothing better than to make them for family and friends. On May 5, 2012, Chuck died of bladder cancer in Wyoming, where he resided with his wife of 50 years, Diana. He also leaves behind a daughter, Michelle Brunkhorst, her husband Paul, and sons Dean Manica and Chase Brunkhorst; and a son, Mike Carruth, his wife Kristin, and son, Chaz. Papa loved all of his grandboys, nieces and nephews. He is also survived by 6 half-brothers and sisters in Pennsylvania. A private gathering for family and friends will take place August 18th at 1 p.m. at the Portuguese Hall on Taylor Rd. in Newcastle, CA. Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society.
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May 25, 2012
Dianna,
We were so sorry to hear of Chucks passing. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Ralph, Cheryl and Glenda Harms
May 22, 2012
Dianna
I am so sorry to hear of Chucks passing.My prayers and sympathy as you carry on. He was the greatest.
Love you, Mary Casey, Dillon, MT
May 21, 2012
A truly wonderful family man, person, and craftsman who will be missed by many. We are blessed to have known him. Our love to his family. Marty, Carolyn, & Brandon
Raquel/ Rocky Smith
May 21, 2012
I have very fond memories of uncle Chuck as a child.. He always new how to make me laugh. Looking back now he was an all around wonderful man who will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
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Craig FORSYTHE
May 21, 2012
Uncle Chuck you were greatly loved by all of us. We will miss so much. To Auntie and mike and michelle I am so sorry i love you all. My heart and prayer go out to you. Craig, Jeannie, Denny and Gloria.
Chris, Kim, Susan and Gabby Tomlinson
May 20, 2012
Loved my Uncle Chuck. He always had a smile on his face. Sweet man. Sending our love and thoughts to my Aunt and Mike and Michelle and families.
Becky & Carl Wright
May 20, 2012
Uncle Chuck will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. I was glad I got to spend some time with him and Aunt Diane in Wyoming. The quick trip I made with my husband and children to Wyoming was worth every mile we drove. Love, Becky "Carruth" Wright
Marv & Chris Gribble
May 20, 2012
He was one of the good guys. Never met a stranger and touched many lives. We will miss him dearly. With much love, Marv and Chris
Ricky Toomey
May 20, 2012
Chuck is the greatest friend a person could have. He will be missed. Diana we love you and hope to see you soon. We will always remember our friend when we see a beaver or smell fresh cut grass. Ricky and Kellie Toomey
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