Charles "Chuck" Frandrup was welcomed into Heaven Saturday morning, November 14, 2020. He fought fiercely with an aggressive cancer, but eventually, graciously conceded, under excellent care at Everett's Providence Hospital, to God's timing and is now at peace.

We will miss Chuck's huge and generous heart with which he encouraged us, his musical laughter (his much appreciated but ONLY musical talent), and the twinkle in his smiling eyes.

Chuck was born November 1, 1947 in Marysville, CA and was raised in Saint Patrick's Children's Home until he attended Christian Brothers High School in Sacramento, CA.

He was taught a strong work ethic and the values of discipline, of community, and of a lifelong service to Christ by the Sisters of Mercy who raised him at St. Pat's. Chuck graduated from California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, CA with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering in 1970.

Shortly thereafter, he began his employment with Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) which brought him to Santa Cruz. There he met the love of his life, Jeane Kraft, whom he married in 1976 at Camp Hammer in Boulder Creek, CA.

Chuck worked for PG&E for 15 years in Santa Cruz, Auburn and the Bay Area. He furthered his education and was conferred, in 1986, a Master's in Business Administration by St. Mary's College in Moraga, CA. He was also an active lifetime member of IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) and mentored many young engineers within the organization.

In 1994, Chuck moved the family for a change of pace to the Pacific Northwest where he managed and mentored the Electrical Engineering Department of Pend Oreille Public Utilities District in Newport, WA for 22 years. Chuck and Jeane left Newport, WA in retirement and moved to Anacortes in 2016.

He enjoyed his church, his family and friends, and playing racquetball.
Chuck was a lifetime learner and delighted in meeting young people committed to their studies. He never met a stranger and always encouraged those whom he encountered.

He was a courier of compliments, a student of Scripture, a lover of all creatures great and small, and a profoundly kind human being. He was humble about his brilliance, proud of his family, and a devoted follower of Christ. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Chuck is survived by his loving wife, Jeane Frandrup, his daughter Karen (Calvin) in Middleton, WI, his son Scott (Erica) in Alexandria, VA, his daughter Heidi in Anacortes, WA and his son Erich (Casey) in Panama City Beach in FL. He has 10 grandchildren to whom he was a beloved "Papa." Chuck's brother Wallace Frandrup (Lynn) lives in Carmichael, CA and his sister Pat Smallen lives in Marysville, CA.

His lifelong devotion to his family and firm belief in God supported him in his battle with cancer. That which gave him strength through his life and in his fight against the disease also gave him his peace at the end.

Since an electromagnetic field is a function of voltage, Heaven's hum will surely be audible upon Chuck's arrival. We love and miss you, Chuck. To share memories of Chuck, please sign the online guestbook at www.evanschapel.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Anacortes American on Nov. 25, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for CHARLES (CHUCK) FRANDRUP

Sponsored by Evans Funeral Chapel - Anacortes.

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Brent Dixon

December 6, 2020

Beth & I are forever grateful to have Chuck & Jeane as our neighbors. You have many neighbors in a lifetime but not many become dear friends. He was a dear friend. Always a smile and a delightful conversation to follow. Never missed a biscuit for our pups Finn & Ryker. I’ll will miss our spirited conversations regarding world events. He could handle my sarcasm like a pro. I will live with the fact that my conduit install on our patio should have followed his recommendations. He would forever remind me of that recommendation. He was so wonderful when we lost a son. Always checking in on us. We so needed that at the time of our loss. An amazing individual that will be dearly missed by our family.

RIP Mr. Chuck - We Love You
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Chris & Glenn Marshall

December 2, 2020

I first met Chuck at Bible Study in the Bay Area. We stayed in touch through the years and sent pictures of our families at Christmas. Since my husband grew up in the Seattle area, we also visited Chuck, Jeanne & their kids when we were in Washington for reunions or vacations. We will all meet again when we get to Heaven!

Paul Boxleitner

November 30, 2020

I was so very sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. He was among the most kind and decent men I have ever met. When I came to work for the PUD in 2004, he immediately came alongside and made me feel comfortable and valued. He did his best to explain how electricity worked (several times), but I only got about 10% of what he told me! He also taught me how to play racquetball, even trying to let me win a game until it became obvious that he could beat me blindfolded - but he was ever gracious in victory. I could always tell how very proud he was of his family - they meant the world to him and you tell that everything he did in life had them front and center in his heart and mind. God bless and RIP, Chuck. Best to you, Jeane, and your entire family.

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