Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Charles A. Grussing Jr.
FUNERAL HOME
UPCOMING SERVICE
Charles Grussing Obituary
Born in Chestertown on November 9, 1949, he was the son of the late Charles A. and Blanche Gustafson Grussing. Growing up on a dairy farm, he learned at an early age the importance of hard work and developed his love of the outdoors.
Following high school, Charles graduated from Chesapeake College, Washington College and later George Washington University earning a master's degree in finance. Following his college education, Charles joined the United States Marine Corps, serving in Okinawa during the Vietnam War.
Upon his honorable discharge for his service, Charles began working at Chesapeake College as a purchasing agent. It was here that he met the love of his life, the former Paula Harrison, and they were married in 1975. Charles and Paula worked together at Chesapeake College, while helping his parents on their farm, and raising their family.
Someone who could not be still for long, Charles retired multiple times - as an Associate Dean of Chesapeake College, a landscaper, the Course Manager at Chi Chi Rodriguz Golf Course in Clearwater, FL, and twice as a produce stocker at Giant. Always an outgoing, and gregarious person, Charles loved playing cards, being around people and striking up a conversation. He was also an avid follower of the Baltimore Orioles and Ravens.
As much as he loved being around people, Charles loved being in the outdoors gardening, birdwatching, hunting, crabbing, and enjoying nature.
Along with his beloved wife of 50 years, Paula, he leaves behind his children, Rodney Grussing, and his partner Marissa Concepcion, of Belmont, CA and his daughter, Terri Beall, and her husband Tim, of Easton; along with six grandchildren, Cody Ireland and his wife, Maggie, Christian Startt, Ethan Pike, Graeme Grussing, Xavier Grussing, Jasper Grussing, and Duncan Beall. He is also survived by a great grandson, Jack Ireland. Along with his parents, Charles is preceded in death by his sisters, Arvida Specht and Mary Kelley.
The family will receive guests and friends at Fellows, Helfenbein & Newnam Funeral Home - Easton, on Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 2pm until 4pm.
For those wishing, donations in Charles' memory can be made to the: Talbot Humane Society, PO Box 1143, Easton, MD 21601.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memorial Events
for Charles Grussing
Funeral services provided by:
Fellows, Helfenbein & Newnam Funeral Home, P.A. - Easton200 S Harrison Street, Easton, MD 21601
Memories and Condolences
for Charles Grussing
Sponsored by Fellows, Helfenbein & Newnam Funeral Home, P.A. - Easton.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in Charles Grussing's name
How to support Charles's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Charles Grussing's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
