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Charles Dodson Obituary

Charles Ray Dodson Chuck left this world and started the next phase of his journey on October 15, 2011 in a place that he loved, the mountains in the Methow Valley. He was born on 9/29/60 in Auburn, Washington and spent his life in the Lake Tapps, Washington area. Chuck loved being outdoors especially fishing and hunting with his family and close friends. He was an avid Nascar fan and was thrilled to have been able to attend a few races. Chuck was easy to talk to and a devoted friend, father and husband. He worked for Sonoco for 31 years where he met his wife and many cherished friends. He is survived by his wife Jennifer, daughters Catrina, Kaia and Bryanna, parents Chuck and Evelyn Dodson, brothers Shawn and Zane Dodson, grandchildren Jared, Grace and Cameron as well as many other loving family members and friends. Chuck was a loving father to his beautiful daughters and to his son Randy who preceded him in death in 2006. A memorial service will be held on October 22 at 10AM at Calvary Community Church in Sumner. Our lives will never be the same without you but you are forever in our hearts.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Oct. 21, 2011.

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Brenda Nelson

October 26, 2011

Haven't seen Chuck in years but he was an amazing person. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Frank & Elaine Wasinger

October 22, 2011

so very sad to hear this news. We pray that you will find peace eventually. If only we weren't so far away ,so we could give you all hugs. We remember Chuck at Mary's 85th birthday. We love you.
Great Aunt Elaine & Uncle Frank

Pat & Mark Rupp

October 21, 2011

Jennifer, You and your family have been in our thoughts and prayers from the minute we heard of your tremendous loss. It was our great pleasure to have met Chuck when we were in Tacoma in March. It was evident to all of us how much he loved you and all of your family. I wish we could be there to give you lots of support and comfort at this time. A Mass is being celebrated here at our Parish for Chuck and all of you, and I hope that you will feel God's grace from all of those prayers. Love from all of us to all of you, Great Aunt Pat and Great Uncle Mark

Kirk & Tina Brown

October 21, 2011

Jenn: We are so sorry to hear about Chuck. You and the girls are in our thoughts.

Christine Gutierrez

October 21, 2011

I will continue to have you all in my prayers. I will miss Chuck, his humor, his wit, his friendship. I hope all will be comforted with loving memories of their time with him. He will indeed be missed.

Kenny & Theresa Wrennall

October 21, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Wendy Flores

October 21, 2011

My heart and prayers are with you all

Merri Blevins

October 21, 2011

Words cannot express the impact this man made in my life. He truly was a lighthouse all his own. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Sandi Hagedorn

October 21, 2011

Jennifer.Kaia,Bryanna,and my daughter Catrina (as well as Chuck SR. Evelyn,Shawn,and Zane)..I'm so very sorry and just don't know the right words to say,I love you all very much and I'm praying for you all..I will miss my friend very much although we didn't always stay in touch, Chuck will remain in my thoughts and has a special place in my heart..If you need anything please let me know Love and Prayers Sandi Hagedorn

Ed and Jolene Palmer

October 21, 2011

Jenn, it has been an honor to know you and your family. Even though we did not know Chuck for long, the impression he has left on our whole family is immeasurable. We will surround you with love and prayers and do whatever we can to help you during this time.
Wishing you love and peace,
The Palmer Family

Susie Cruise-Holloway

October 21, 2011

Jennifer and family,

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Thinking of you and Chuck today and always.

Chuck, I've never forgotten the fun times that we all used to have, and I truly wish I'd kept in touch with you. I will miss you.

Susie

Julie & Bill Torpey

October 21, 2011

We really have no words to say how sorry we are for the loss of a super sweet guy!! Chuck taught me to love The Who and was truly one of the nicest people i've ever met. My heart aches for his family. We will miss him.

Barbie Carrington(Flores)

October 21, 2011

My thoughts are with Jennifer, the girls and his loving family.

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