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Charles B. Wolden
February 21, 1949 ~ December 30, 2016 (age 67) 67 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Marquette Michigan
January 10, 2017 6:48 PM
My sincerest condolences to the surviving family members of a Great Man. I live in your honor. I can never thank you enough for everything you've done for me and taught me. More than a friend, you are a role model. I wouldn't be where I am today without your words of wisdom.
Mike Cepress
OIF III, Ramadi, US Army
Escanaba Vet Center
Mike Cepress
OIF III, Ramadi, US Army
Escanaba Vet Center
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 11, 2017 1:52 AM
Michael, Our Michael, Charlie and I love you so.
Jan
Jan
Message from Arlen Peterson
January 10, 2017 12:34 PM
Dear Friends
I have the utmost respect for Charlie because of all the good he did for so many, many people in all kinds of walks of life. My son, Eric, introduced me to this "stranger" years ago and I'll never forget the feelings I had for a man whose mission was to make things better for others. Please know that Charlie is now with his Heavenly Father in a better place. All of God's love to all of you.
Arlen "Arnie" Peterson
Balsam Lake, WI
I have the utmost respect for Charlie because of all the good he did for so many, many people in all kinds of walks of life. My son, Eric, introduced me to this "stranger" years ago and I'll never forget the feelings I had for a man whose mission was to make things better for others. Please know that Charlie is now with his Heavenly Father in a better place. All of God's love to all of you.
Arlen "Arnie" Peterson
Balsam Lake, WI
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 11, 2017 1:51 AM
Arlen, thank you for your kind words.
Jan
Jan
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 10, 2017 12:31 PM
Written and Read by Niece Harli Kelton at funeral
Uncle Charlie
Charlie Wolden was my uncle. I moved here with my mom and two sisters from Texas when I was six and he readily took on the position of being my dad. From his big hugs, to his crazy stories, I loved everything about him and spent almost everyday I could at their house. He told me stories for hours about various things, (surprise surprise they ended up not being true) but being six I believed every word he said. If you knew Charlie at all you knew he loved telling his stories. When I first moved up here he told my little sister and I there were white snakes that lived in the snow that loved to eat little blonde girls. Baylee and I freaked out and refused to go outside. My mom and aunt scolded him for that one. You think after being scolded by them again and again he would stop, but being Charlie he kept up the stories loving the fact he had two little girls around that believed everything he said. He took the stories to a whole new level the second Christmas we lived here. He had called our house asking for Baylee and I to come over. As we opened the garage door we saw a dead deer hanging from the ceiling with a red nose. He then proceeded to tell us he shot Rudolph. You can imagine how well that went over.
But Charlie wasn’t just a jokester. He was also an avid hunter and fisher. And he loved that I was practically a boy until age 13. He taught me how to fish and we spent most of our time on the lake. If we weren’t there he was putting fish guts in my hands and telling me to go chase aunt Jan around the house with them. I think the first time he realized I wasn’t actually a boy was when we were fishing and I really needed to go to the bathroom. I was 7 or 8 at the time. I told Charlie I had to pee, and he handed me a bottle! I looked at him, looked at the bottle, looked back at him and told him he better find me a bathroom. I won that battle. While fishing one summer we also made up our own language. When we were finished we had at least 50 words that we could make basic sentences out of. Whenever aunt Jan would come into the conservatory and ask us to do something we had no desire to do, we would speak in our language until she gave up and left the room. It worked well.
In all seriousness though Charlie taught me many valuable lessons in life. He taught me how to work hard, and to have empathy for others. He taught me to strive for excellence and to do a job right the first time. At 8 years old he had me picking up sticks, raking leaves, watering plants, planting flowers, mowing his grass (I did a horrible job by the way) and shoveling snow. I prided myself in being a good worker. I would be at their house every Saturday morning at 7 a.m. to do chores with him. It was my favorite day of the week. Over the years our relationship ended up changing. I grew up and became a “girl” as he always put it. But he was always there for me whenever I needed something and he knew how to make me laugh. Although he was hard on me sometimes I know I wouldn’t be the same person I am today without his love and guidance. Not being able to listen to his voicemails after school or work, or being able to call him and make fun of his precious Vikings, is going to be hard. But I know Charlie is watching over me. And I know he is watching over all of us. There won’t be a day that goes by that I won’t miss him. Charlie was a jokester, a fisher, a hunter, a hard worker, a best friend, and an uncle that turned into my father.
Uncle Charlie
Charlie Wolden was my uncle. I moved here with my mom and two sisters from Texas when I was six and he readily took on the position of being my dad. From his big hugs, to his crazy stories, I loved everything about him and spent almost everyday I could at their house. He told me stories for hours about various things, (surprise surprise they ended up not being true) but being six I believed every word he said. If you knew Charlie at all you knew he loved telling his stories. When I first moved up here he told my little sister and I there were white snakes that lived in the snow that loved to eat little blonde girls. Baylee and I freaked out and refused to go outside. My mom and aunt scolded him for that one. You think after being scolded by them again and again he would stop, but being Charlie he kept up the stories loving the fact he had two little girls around that believed everything he said. He took the stories to a whole new level the second Christmas we lived here. He had called our house asking for Baylee and I to come over. As we opened the garage door we saw a dead deer hanging from the ceiling with a red nose. He then proceeded to tell us he shot Rudolph. You can imagine how well that went over.
But Charlie wasn’t just a jokester. He was also an avid hunter and fisher. And he loved that I was practically a boy until age 13. He taught me how to fish and we spent most of our time on the lake. If we weren’t there he was putting fish guts in my hands and telling me to go chase aunt Jan around the house with them. I think the first time he realized I wasn’t actually a boy was when we were fishing and I really needed to go to the bathroom. I was 7 or 8 at the time. I told Charlie I had to pee, and he handed me a bottle! I looked at him, looked at the bottle, looked back at him and told him he better find me a bathroom. I won that battle. While fishing one summer we also made up our own language. When we were finished we had at least 50 words that we could make basic sentences out of. Whenever aunt Jan would come into the conservatory and ask us to do something we had no desire to do, we would speak in our language until she gave up and left the room. It worked well.
In all seriousness though Charlie taught me many valuable lessons in life. He taught me how to work hard, and to have empathy for others. He taught me to strive for excellence and to do a job right the first time. At 8 years old he had me picking up sticks, raking leaves, watering plants, planting flowers, mowing his grass (I did a horrible job by the way) and shoveling snow. I prided myself in being a good worker. I would be at their house every Saturday morning at 7 a.m. to do chores with him. It was my favorite day of the week. Over the years our relationship ended up changing. I grew up and became a “girl” as he always put it. But he was always there for me whenever I needed something and he knew how to make me laugh. Although he was hard on me sometimes I know I wouldn’t be the same person I am today without his love and guidance. Not being able to listen to his voicemails after school or work, or being able to call him and make fun of his precious Vikings, is going to be hard. But I know Charlie is watching over me. And I know he is watching over all of us. There won’t be a day that goes by that I won’t miss him. Charlie was a jokester, a fisher, a hunter, a hard worker, a best friend, and an uncle that turned into my father.
Message from Karen Gage-Worgull
January 10, 2017 11:11 AM
I worked with Charlie when he first came to Milwaukee to run the Vet Center (he took my old position). He was so dedicated to serving Veterans! I am so sorry for this loss to the Veteran community and to his family.
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 10, 2017 12:28 PM
Karen,
Thank you.
Thank you.
Message from Tom Kolstad
January 8, 2017 12:14 AM
Jan, it took me about a week to put together what I wanted to express. First off I only met Charlie a handful of times and briefly. I could immediately tell that he had an impact on people and after this week I found out how much. Wow! I also wanted to say that you also have made an impact on people. There is no other way to say this but thank you for allowing Reenie and myself into your life at such a traumatic time. You are incredibly stoic. I feel as if we have made a lifetime friend with you. Please call whenever you need to. Stay strong my friend.
Tom
Tom
Message from Tom Kolstad
January 8, 2017 12:14 AM
Jan, it took me about a week to put together what I wanted to express. First off I only met Charlie a handful of times and briefly. I could immediately tell that he had an impact on people and after this week I found out how much. Wow! I also wanted to say that you also have made an impact on people. There is no other way to say this but thank you for allowing Reenie and myself into your life at such a traumatic time. You are incredibly stoic. I feel as if we have made a lifetime friend with you. Please call whenever you need to. Stay strong my friend.
Tom
Tom
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 10, 2017 12:27 PM
Tom, WOW! You are just awesome. There are no words large enough to express my THANKS and those of my children for all that you did for us. With you, I felt I never had to worry about a thing. I just needed to turn everything over to you and you took charge. As Charlie would say, "You had a mission. You completed that mission. Well done." You should receive an award!
Our deepest Thanks to you my friend.
Jan and kid
Our deepest Thanks to you my friend.
Jan and kid
Message from Jen DeVoe
January 7, 2017 4:36 PM
I'm so sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I did not know Charlie, but I know his children and grandchildren are totally amazing! I'm so thankful to him for being such a wonderful father and sharing his family with the world. I know he will be greatly missed! Love and Hugs, Jen DeVoe (friend and colleague of Abby's in Portland, OR)
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 7, 2017 11:48 PM
Jen,
Thank you so much. I will make sure Abby and children read your post.
Jan and family
Thank you so much. I will make sure Abby and children read your post.
Jan and family
A candle was lit by Jen DeVoe, Alton Straub (& Carly and Bucky)
on January 7, 2017 4:32 PM
Message from O.J. Ivy Hinds
January 6, 2017 7:03 PM
So glad Charlie was in my husband's life. I remember many phone conversations between the 2, as they relived 1968 and so thankful for the friendship that allowed them to carry on and help others. Charlie called & encouraged me. He did not have to but he wanted to make sure I was aware of PTSD & how my unconditional love & support was needed everyday the rest of our lives. I grew to love the man who kept my Kenny alive in 1968, because Kenny lived to come home from Vietnam and later in life Kenny was the one to love and cherish me. ( I hope) for many more years to come. Thank you Charlie, and love & prayer to Jan & family
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 7, 2017 11:46 PM
Dear O.J. Ivy Hinds,
Thank you for your kind word. Charlie loved Kenny deeply and was so happy that you came into Kenny's life.
Another Viet Nam Wife!
Love to you,
Jan
Thank you for your kind word. Charlie loved Kenny deeply and was so happy that you came into Kenny's life.
Another Viet Nam Wife!
Love to you,
Jan
Message from Kenny Hinds
January 6, 2017 6:47 PM
Charley I'll talk to you in Heaven..Hold place for me..
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 7, 2017 11:44 PM
Yes you will Kenny! Love to you.
Jan
Jan
A candle was lit by Carol Fishman
on January 6, 2017 9:19 AM
A candle was lit by Ken & Alicia Milam
on January 6, 2017 8:30 AM
A candle was lit by Dianne Bonkosky Rink
on January 6, 2017 3:34 AM
Message from Michael Bessenaire
January 5, 2017 10:32 PM
Thank You very much Charlie. You were a good light force during the end of my working career with the VA/RCS. Your thoughtfulness and honesty dealing with a wrongful situation placed on you was handled with dignity and compassion.. You were a guiding light that burned bright In a country that continues to search for humanity, compassion, honesty and Truth. Onward and Upward old friend. You will live on in your legacy..
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 6, 2017 11:45 PM
Michael, what beautiful words for Charlie. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us.
Jan and family
Jan and family
Message from Gil Hoel
January 5, 2017 9:05 PM
Dear Jan and Family:
I have been thinking of Charlie ever since I got the news of his passing. Our mutual interest in bettering the mental health delivery systems in Polk and Burnett Counties brought us together 23 years ago. I can truly say he inspired my desire to fight the good fight as I watched him always take a lead role in helping those who were most in need. He touched many lives and the goodness he shared will ripple on. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family, Jan. Charlie shall be missed.
I have been thinking of Charlie ever since I got the news of his passing. Our mutual interest in bettering the mental health delivery systems in Polk and Burnett Counties brought us together 23 years ago. I can truly say he inspired my desire to fight the good fight as I watched him always take a lead role in helping those who were most in need. He touched many lives and the goodness he shared will ripple on. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family, Jan. Charlie shall be missed.
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 6, 2017 11:46 PM
Thank you Gil. I know that Charlie enjoyed working with you.
Jan and family
Jan and family
Message from Mike & Kelly McIntyre (oldest Wolden grandchild)
January 5, 2017 7:31 PM
Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Our hearts are heavy with this loss. Uncle Charlie was a wonderful guy and we are so thankful to have known him.
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 6, 2017 11:48 PM
Thank you Mike and Kelly.
Message from Doug Hill
January 5, 2017 11:10 AM
Jan and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure to have known Charlie through all of his work with Congressman Obey. Above all, Charlie was a most kind human being. I am honored to have had the opportunity for our paths to have crossed in this lifetime.
I am so sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure to have known Charlie through all of his work with Congressman Obey. Above all, Charlie was a most kind human being. I am honored to have had the opportunity for our paths to have crossed in this lifetime.
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 6, 2017 11:52 PM
Doug, thank you for your kind words. Charlie believed in you and the work you did for Congressman Obey as well as others. You were a leader to all who worked with or knew you. Also, thank you for your help during our difficult time.
Jan
Jan
A candle was lit by Doug Hill
on January 5, 2017 11:06 AM
A candle was lit by Yvonne Duesterhoeft, Jefferson County Veterans Svs Officer
on January 4, 2017 6:53 PM
Message from Mary Lee Hegnauer widow of Keith Hegnauer a Viet Nam Vet
January 4, 2017 6:00 PM
Charlie was a GOOD MAN. His wisdom, his kindness, his heart---His friendship and counsel touched and enriched the lives of so very many. Where a beautiful soul has been, beautiful memories remain. Remembering with you the life of an extraordinary man. My heartfelt thought and prayers reach out to you in this difficult time.
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 6, 2017 11:55 PM
Mary Lee, You and I know what Charlie and Keith meant to each other. Charlie still had the picture of him and Keith sitting by his computer. Charlie continued to struggle with the death of Keith. He respected and love Keith as a true friend and brother.
Thank you so much,
Jan and family
Thank you so much,
Jan and family
Message from Cousin Sara Bonkosky/Thompson
January 4, 2017 4:07 PM
Abby, Matt, Alex, so very sad about your dad. He was truly a favorite uncle of mine. May God's Grace and Peace be with you all. Love, Sara Jean
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 6, 2017 11:57 PM
Sara, thank you so much.
Jan, Abby, Matt, Adam, and Alex
Jan, Abby, Matt, Adam, and Alex
Message from Deborah Breland
January 4, 2017 1:16 PM
Jan and family
I am so sorry to hear about Charlie's death. Please know I will be
thinking about you and your family in the days ahead.
Love, Deb
I am so sorry to hear about Charlie's death. Please know I will be
thinking about you and your family in the days ahead.
Love, Deb
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 6, 2017 11:38 PM
Thank you Deborah.
Message from Candice L McHugh
January 4, 2017 11:52 AM
Jan,
I talked to Jerry and Nelda and they told me of Charlies' passing! My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family during this time. I loved getting together with the two of you and Jerry and Nelda, visiting and catching up. He will be missed.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Candy and Tom
I talked to Jerry and Nelda and they told me of Charlies' passing! My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family during this time. I loved getting together with the two of you and Jerry and Nelda, visiting and catching up. He will be missed.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Candy and Tom
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 6, 2017 11:58 PM
Bless you Candy! We so enjoyed you also.
Love to you,
Jan and kids
Love to you,
Jan and kids
Message from Gary Bjorkquist
January 4, 2017 8:04 AM
Jan and family. Charlie touched the lives of so many people, and because of that he made their lives so much better. He was a true veterans advocate for all veterans and their loved ones. He will be missed by all but not forgotten. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Keep the faith, peace.
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 7, 2017 12:00 AM
Gary, thank you for your thoughts and prayers.
Jan and family
Jan and family
Message from Erin Kohorn-Mendoza
January 3, 2017 11:23 PM
Charlie was such a good man....he loved to help others,...he will never be forgotten by all those he did help.
To Charlies family: May you find peace and solace in knowing he has formed a legacy....a legacy of immense compassion for others.
Rest in Peace Charlie.....you will be incredibly missed.
To Charlies family: May you find peace and solace in knowing he has formed a legacy....a legacy of immense compassion for others.
Rest in Peace Charlie.....you will be incredibly missed.
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 7, 2017 12:01 AM
Thank you Erin.
Jan and family
Jan and family
Message from george & Marie Moore
January 3, 2017 10:04 PM
Hi Jan; we are so sorry to have heard about Charlie, it was a pleasant experience having met both you and him. It was quite a surprise when I found out you talked Tim into running on the democratic party for sheriff. great job. I talked with Charlie a few times and thought he was well informed and easy to talk to, very down to earth. It's been a pleasure knowing you both and I think you complimented each other. You have Marie and my thoughts and prayers. george & Marie Moore
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 7, 2017 11:42 PM
George,
Had to laugh. Not sure that Charlie and I talked the Sheriff into anything. Your son, like Charlie, is a man of his own mind. Both Charlie and I respected Sheriff Moore and that repect turned to deep friendship and love. I am so glad that you were with us on Friday. You are a wonderful father and faithful friend. Your kindness is a sign of your deep love.
Thank you
Jan and family
Had to laugh. Not sure that Charlie and I talked the Sheriff into anything. Your son, like Charlie, is a man of his own mind. Both Charlie and I respected Sheriff Moore and that repect turned to deep friendship and love. I am so glad that you were with us on Friday. You are a wonderful father and faithful friend. Your kindness is a sign of your deep love.
Thank you
Jan and family
Message from Mark D. Van Ells
January 3, 2017 7:19 PM
I am deeply saddened to learn of Charlie's passing. His family has not only lost a great man, but veterans have also lost a great champion. Thank you, Charlie, for all your great works. My family and I wish his loved ones all the very best.
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 6, 2017 11:31 PM
Mark,
You are such a wonderful person. Charlie and I were blessed to meet you at your brothers wedding. We shared a lovely evening in New York. Both Charlie and I were so proud of your wonderful books. Keep up the good work.
Love you Mark!
Jan
You are such a wonderful person. Charlie and I were blessed to meet you at your brothers wedding. We shared a lovely evening in New York. Both Charlie and I were so proud of your wonderful books. Keep up the good work.
Love you Mark!
Jan
Message from Kim Rusch
January 3, 2017 6:28 PM
Jan and Family,
Words are not enough to express my sadness for your family. Charlie touched my life in so many ways. It was such a wonderful day when he hired me to be a Readjustment counselor at the Green Bay Vet Center! He created that Vet Center from the ground up and made it a reality. After he retired he would stop in and visit from time to time. He would always thank us for the work we were doing. One day he said "next time I will bring you a fish". Charlie always kept his word to me and the following month he showed up with a salmon! Rest in peace Charlie. I will miss you.
Words are not enough to express my sadness for your family. Charlie touched my life in so many ways. It was such a wonderful day when he hired me to be a Readjustment counselor at the Green Bay Vet Center! He created that Vet Center from the ground up and made it a reality. After he retired he would stop in and visit from time to time. He would always thank us for the work we were doing. One day he said "next time I will bring you a fish". Charlie always kept his word to me and the following month he showed up with a salmon! Rest in peace Charlie. I will miss you.
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 6, 2017 11:29 PM
Thank you. Charlie love of fishing gave him peace. Sharing the fish was a sign of love.
Thank for you kind words and fond memory of Charlie.
Jan and family
Thank for you kind words and fond memory of Charlie.
Jan and family
Message from William Johnson/Frederic Area Historical Society
January 3, 2017 6:27 PM
Jan and family, the Frederic Area Historical Society appreciates Charlie's time serving on the Executive Board. Those were the Society's early days and he was involved with getting things going for Frederic's 1901 Soo Line Depot/Museum. I will miss the political discussions and his observations, and thank him for his local public service as Frederic Village President.
Message from Janet Kelton
January 4, 2017 7:37 AM
Thank you William. I know how much Charlie enjoyed working with you on projects over the years. Thanks for the kind words. Jan & family
Message from Bobbie Stacey
January 3, 2017 10:30 AM
Jan and family, I am so grateful that I had the chance to get to know him. He hired me here at the Escanaba Vet Center - and that's a Charlie story in and of itself. Just as he loved to tell stories, he always left impressions that created memorable stories of their own. I miss him and am so sorry for your loss.
Message from Janet Kelton
January 4, 2017 7:35 AM
Thank you Bobbie. Heard lots of stories about you from Charlie. He enjoyed working with you. Take care.
A candle was lit by Dorothy Michels Kelton
on January 3, 2017 9:18 AM
Message from Shelly Fredrickson
January 3, 2017 8:41 AM
Jan and family -
I am so sorry to hear about Charlie's death. I hope your memories will lessen your loss and that you celebrate a life well-lived.
Peace
I am so sorry to hear about Charlie's death. I hope your memories will lessen your loss and that you celebrate a life well-lived.
Peace
Message from Janet Kelton
January 4, 2017 7:34 AM
Thank you Shelly for the kind words and for thinking of us. So nice to hear from you again. Hope you and yout family are doing well. Blessings to you and your always. Jan & family
A candle was lit by Jon Christensen
on January 3, 2017 8:18 AM
A candle was lit by Clarence E. Slaughter, Jr.
on January 3, 2017 6:20 AM
Message from Jeff Butler
January 3, 2017 5:56 AM
Jan, Alex, Abby, Matt,Adam and Brother John.
Charlie was that friend (Buddy) that everybody should have at least once in their life. We left no stone unturned as we discussed and talked about everything under the sun as we laughed, fished, hunted and shared our ups and downs about the Vikings together for over 25 years!
My thoughts and prayers go to your family and please try to remember that Charlie left this world a better place with all he did for others.
Rest in Peace Charlie - You may be gone but you will never be forgotten in the hearts and minds of your family and friends.
A salute to you my Veteran Brother and prayers to your family during this tough time.
Semper Fi Marine your work here will live on forever.... now rest in Peace.
Charlie was that friend (Buddy) that everybody should have at least once in their life. We left no stone unturned as we discussed and talked about everything under the sun as we laughed, fished, hunted and shared our ups and downs about the Vikings together for over 25 years!
My thoughts and prayers go to your family and please try to remember that Charlie left this world a better place with all he did for others.
Rest in Peace Charlie - You may be gone but you will never be forgotten in the hearts and minds of your family and friends.
A salute to you my Veteran Brother and prayers to your family during this tough time.
Semper Fi Marine your work here will live on forever.... now rest in Peace.
Message from Janet Kelton
January 4, 2017 7:28 AM
Thanks so much Jeff. You were such a great friend to Charlie. We all love you dearly. Jan and family
A candle was lit by Itza Seoane
on January 2, 2017 11:17 PM
A candle was lit by Dianna L Hopkins
on January 2, 2017 9:55 PM
Message from Kathe Nedeau
January 2, 2017 8:31 PM
Charlie,was,such a,warrior for veterans. It was an honor to work for him and will remember him always. He will be truly missed. Thoughts and prayers for the family.
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 3, 2017 7:14 AM
Kathe, Charlie loved you so. Thank you for always taking care of him while he was away from me working his mission helping our Veterans. Charlie always said that he wished he could have taken you from Vet Center to Vet Center with him. He always wanted to bring you home with him when he retired as you knew and understood his extreme dislike of computers and could always depend on you to do the work for him. Bless you, Jan and family.
A candle was lit by Margaret Taylor
on January 2, 2017 6:25 PM
Message from Darlene Treague
January 2, 2017 6:01 PM
Oh Jan, my sympathy to you and your family. Many hugs and prayers for comfort my friend.
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 3, 2017 7:11 AM
Darlene, thank you so much. Thank you for being such a good friend and partner to me with Victims of crime. Both Charlie and I admired your kind work with others in need. You are a blessing. Jan.
Message from jeff & ellie Hall
January 2, 2017 5:56 PM
Charlie was a unique fellow for sure. So sorry for your loss
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 3, 2017 7:09 AM
Thank you so much Jeff & Ellie. Jan and family.
Message from Cassie Henderson
January 2, 2017 5:10 PM
Jan and family,
I want to send my deepest sympathies to all of you. Charlie was a great person... he was the kind of friend everyone should have and that most can only hope for. He was an advocate for many and a true blessing in my life. He will be missed immensely. Please let me know if there is anything we can do to help in this time or the future. God bless you all.
Cassie Henderson
I want to send my deepest sympathies to all of you. Charlie was a great person... he was the kind of friend everyone should have and that most can only hope for. He was an advocate for many and a true blessing in my life. He will be missed immensely. Please let me know if there is anything we can do to help in this time or the future. God bless you all.
Cassie Henderson
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 3, 2017 7:08 AM
Thank you Cassie. Charlie was the "advocate" in our family also. I recall being in a little bit of a heated discussion with our son, Adam. I turned to Charlie and asked him for help. Charlie lowered the newspaper he was reading, looked from me to Adam and said, "I do not argue with teenagers, they are all insane!" Which caused Adam to laugh and ended the discussion. He just had that way of calming us all.
A candle was lit by Cassie Henderson and family
on January 2, 2017 5:05 PM
Message from John and Joan Keane
January 2, 2017 4:26 PM
Charlie was a guy who got things done.
A teacher, a craftsman, a loving overseer
Was always glad to see him
A teacher, a craftsman, a loving overseer
Was always glad to see him
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 3, 2017 7:04 AM
Thank you John and Joan. Yes, Charlie was all those things to us.
Message from Diane Monnens Jeurissen
January 2, 2017 3:54 PM
Jan, so sorry for your loss, Although I never met your husband it sounds like he was a wonderful person and will truly be missed by many. Take care my friend and please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 3, 2017 7:03 AM
Thank you for thinking of me and our family Diane.
A candle was lit by Barry & Laurie Anderson
on January 2, 2017 12:57 PM
A candle was lit by Mike & Sheila Falb
on January 1, 2017 5:23 PM
Message from Brooke Whitley Benware
January 1, 2017 1:22 PM
I find myself unable to move. I am frozen in a state of shock and utter sadness. Charlie Wolden is one of the most important people who I was lucky enough to know. My heartfelt thoughts are with his family and friends. The world will never be the same.
Message from Janet Kelton
January 6, 2017 11:23 PM
Brooke, Thank you so much for caring and loving Charlie. You were so special to him. It was so hard to see you today as I knew you were feeling the same pain and emptiness that I was.
Love you. Jan
Love you. Jan
Message from Gary & Diane Taxdahl
December 31, 2016 5:47 PM
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Charlie will be missed by all who knew him. Such a sad day for you and all your family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Message from Janet Kelton-Wolden
January 3, 2017 6:59 AM
Thank you Gary and Diane. Blessings be with you and your family always.
A candle was lit by Kirsten, Tony, & Kate Harris, Boyd & Carmen Sutton
on December 31, 2016 5:40 PM
Message from Penny Andrews
December 31, 2016 4:30 PM
Jan, I am so sorry to hear of Charlies passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Message from Janet Kelton
January 2, 2017 3:36 PM
Thank you Penny! I feel so blessed that you got to meet Charlie. And double blessed that you have been in my life since 6th grade. Love and Blessings to you always. Jan and family
A candle was lit by Diana & Ryan Peterson
on December 30, 2016 9:09 PM
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