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Charles Fenton Obituary
Captain Charles E. Fenton Sr., age 63, of Saukville, passed away peacefully at his home on July 20th following a courageous battle against cancer.
Charlie was born in Sheboygan on March 19th, 1952, the son of Alvin and Louise Fenton. He attended Culver Military Academy and the University School of Milwaukee, before graduating from Oostburg High School in 1970. He proudly served our country as a member of the U.S. Navy in the Vietnam War, and continued on in the National Guard for several years. He attended the University of Wisconsin-River Falls and Milwaukee School of Engineering.
Then realizing his passion for the aviation industry, Charlie pursued his love for flying. He had an extensive career that started with Masaba Airlines and led him to 20 years with Midwest Express Airlines in Milwaukee, where he worked his way up to Captain. He shared his knowledge of aviation through various flight schools and EAA Chapters throughout his life.
After 40 years, Charlie reconnected with his teenage love, Debra Rutkowski, in 2006 and the two were married on May 8, 2010 in Elkhart Lake.
He is survived by his devoted and adoring wife Debra (nee Rutkowski) Fenton. He is further survived by his siblings John Fenton of Rio Linda, CA and Anita Fenton of Vancouver, Canada; four children: Anna (Joe) Bluma of Grafton, Charlie (Jill) Fenton, Jr. of New Orleans, LA, Scott Fenton of New Orleans, LA and Anthony Fenton of Port Washington; step-sons: Jaymon (Courtney) Stalter of Hingham and Scott Stalter of La Crosse; three lovely grandchildren: Isabella and Isaiah Bluma and Tripp Stalter, extended family and countless friends.
He is preceded in his death by his parents.
A Celebration of Charlie's life will be held at 2PM on Saturday, August 15th at the EAA Chapter 1158 Hanger at the West Bend Airport, 330 Earl Stier Dr. (south of Hwy 33 on the east side of West Bend).
The family would like to thank the staffs of the Vince Lombardi Cancer Clinic and Sharon S. Richardson Hospice for their wonderful, compassionate care.
Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com .
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jessica spender
August 3, 2015
Deb im so sorry for your loss im thinking of you daily please contact me if there is anything you need Charlie will be missed by many ill never forget him taking jacob and jim up in the plane they loved it and what he did for all the kids at school he will be forever your guardian angel take care jessica spender and family
Jim and Barb Cook
August 3, 2015
Dear Deb, So sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. We are so happy that you got to attend the last 2 class reunions with OHS. It was nice to reconnect after many years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Mark Bowser
July 25, 2015
Dear Deb... I'm so sorry for your loss! I'm glad we were all able to reconnect while working on Charlie's Datsun. While we may not have been close friends... please know you can count on me for help with anything, any time.
July 24, 2015
Dear Deb,
I'm thinking of you ALOT! You sure did an amazing job of staying positive. May life bring you comfort and peace.
Love,
Beth Stanley
Mary Schnorr Ellrodt
July 24, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Charlie was a classmate of mine - we both attended school in Kohler. It sounds like he had a full life & a loving family. My father, Fred Schnorr, was also a navy man and so we thank also thank them both for their military service.
Mary (Schnorr) Ellrodt-Federal Way, WA
Dick Colbath Jr.
July 24, 2015
Debbie so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Charlie for the good times we had!
Rob Ross
July 24, 2015
Dear Deb,
I'm so sorry for your loss.
July 24, 2015
Deb, Thinking of you and sending a hug. Carol Van Haveren
Carol Gilson
July 24, 2015
So sorry to hear Charlie lost his long battle! I am so glad you had time with him though. He was always a happy, positive man! Take care of yourself!
Cathy Voskuil
July 23, 2015
Dear Deb, I was SO sorry to read of Charlie's passing! My sincerest deepest condolences to you and your family... My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cathy (Ehlert) Voskuil
Laurie Steiner
July 23, 2015
Dear Deb, I was saddened to hear of Charlie's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Allen and Sharry Brack
July 22, 2015
Dear Deb....We are so sorry to hear of charlies passing. We enjoyed every moment we spent with you both. He was such a great guy. Sending love to you. Hugs!
July 22, 2015
Dear Debbie....We're so sorry to hear about Charlie, we were hoping to see him again...Hope to see you 8-15. Until then you take care and honestly if you need anything pleas call us....Carol Lammers
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