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Charles Zweifel Obituary
Zweifel, Charles "Charlie" Arthur
died of complications from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease on August 25. He was 75.
Charlie was the loving husband of Brenda (Wentzville) for 51 years; father to Clint (Janice Smith) of Saint Louis and Chris of St. Charles and grandfather to Selma, Ellie, Alani and Alexia, and brother to Betty Eberley (Russell) of Lorena, Texas. His parents, Charlie and Ruth Zweifel, and birth mother Elvira Zweifel, predeceased him. He was a loyal friend to many, maintaining friendships that lasted for decades.
Charlie was a member of the Carpenters District Council of St. Louis for 53 years and took tremendous pride in his work, expertise and union membership. He retired in 2007 with one of his last projects working on Busch Stadium, completing the suites before opening in 2006. He had a tool collection that spanned generations and enjoyed talking about a career that gave him an opportunity to be outside and play a role in building and shaping Saint Louis. Charlie kept a journal that detailed his last 20 years of work, touching his job sites, experiences and people he met.
Charlie's strongest passion was his family where he applied his builder instincts. He coached baseball and basketball for Clint and Chris and seldom missed a game for any of his grandchildren. He enjoyed keeping up with his grandchildren through a short texting style that was unique to him and the product of a flip-phone in a smartphone age. All four of the girls were his "favorites".
He also loved cars (proud owner of a 55 Chevy that saw more than one parade), reading the newspaper, discussing current events, collecting books about St. Louis history and getting Murphy to relax, the family's schnauzer.
Services: Due to COVID, a private burial will be held at Bellefontaine Cemetery in North St. Louis, where he will be laid to rest with a bumper sticker-covered toolbox that was part of his day for many years. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent to Joe Biden for President.
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Memories and Condolences
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Theia & Jazmyn
October 7, 2020
Brenda I was deeply saddened to hear of Charlie's passing. It was a pleasure having you as neighbors for many years. Our love and prayers go out to you, Clint, Chris and the rest of the family. May the memories of him always bring a smile to your face.
We love you Brenda❤
Sherry and Rich Cross
September 6, 2020
Brenda and family you have our deepest sympathy . Charlie was such an awesome family man and friend to so many he will be greatly missed . My heart breaks for you .
Pat Crawford
August 31, 2020
Don and I were so sorry to hear of Charlie’s passing. Many great memories of baseball games to Charlie on Halloween. Prayers and sympathy to all of you.
Don and Pat Crawfiord
Dan Brand
August 31, 2020
Charlie and I worked together a lot of years at HBD. He will be missed my all.
Donna M. Gentile
August 30, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Larry
August 30, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Frank and Sue Malawey
August 30, 2020
Brenda and family,
We are so sorry to learn about Charlie’s passing. You were great neighbors and though we haven’t been neighbors for decades, we often thought about all of you. Our sincere condolences.
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