Charley Albert “Chuck” Larsen, age 85, of Helena passed away Wednesday, December 22, 2010 at his home in Helena.
Charley was born in Hamilton, Montana October 13, 1925 to Frank and Margaret (Baumbauer) Larsen. He attended schools in Helena and joined the United States Army serving during World War II. Charley remained in the Army reserves and retire as a Chief Warrant Officer.
Charley and Charlotte Ann Williams were married July 24, 1955 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Helena. He was employed by Scott Typewriter in Helena for 25 years; Davis Business Machines for 10 years and most recently a greeter at Walmart for 10 years.
Charley enjoyed people and keeping active. “Chuck was a hard working and generous man who provided for everyone close to him. He was selfless of his time for people in need, always willing to lend his knowledge and time to them. He seemed to know everyone in Helena. He liked everyone and was well liked by them.” He enjoyed his family, fishing, bowling, woodworking, dancing, poker, hunting and live action Keno. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church in Helena; a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars; a life member of the Reserve Officers Association of the United States; Loyal Order of the Moose; American Legion; Sons of Norway; Fraternal Order of the Eagles; Handyman Club of America; a Charter member of the WWII Museum and was an active member for years of the Lewis & Clark Veterans Council providing military burial detail for our deceased veterans.
Charley was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Charlotte in 2000; two brothers, Glen A. Larsen and Joseph Whyte; sister, Margaret M. Whyte.
He is survived by his daughter, Charlene A. Dwyer of Helena; grandsons, Jason C.J. Larsen and his wife Penny, David A. Larsen; all of Helena; great grandson, Austin S.C. Larsen; brother, William Whyte, Jr. of Helena; sister, Fern M. (Larsen) Bugbee of Helena; five nieces and five nephews.
DAD – We love you, we will miss you and you will forever be in our hearts – we will be together again one day – your family.
The family will receive friends between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 28th at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be noon Wednesday, December 29th at the First Baptist Church on the corner of 8th Ave. and Warren. A reception will immediately follow in the Social Center of the church. A burial service with military honors will be at 2:15 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.aswfuneralhome.com.
Beth Murray says
Charlene, Jason, Penny, David, Austin, I’m sorry to hear about your loss. cherise the memories. Beth and June
CLANCIE says
My condolences to The Larson Family
Chuck was a great man . Loved listening to all the stories he had to tell.. I worked many years with him and his grandson Dave…May peace be with you all in your time of sorrow and may God comfort you all … RIP CHUCK
Fred and Judy Bakke says
To Chuck’s family,
God be with at this time, we will remember Chuck as a very friendly, kind person. He will be missed by all who knew him
Johno McMaster says
Shanon, Shaun and I would like you to know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Chuck will be greatly missed.
Julie says
I worked with Chuck and Dave at Walmart. I loved listening to the stories Chuck would tell. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family in this time of sorrow.
Kennon Baird says
My heartfelt sympathies to the family. Chuck was always a good guy to me.
Mary Brydich - Belgrade MT says
I was sorry to see Charley’s passing. I remember him well at Davis Business Machines. He was an excellent typewriter repairman and worked well with people. I especially enjoyed seeing him at Wal-Mart during the past years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Peggy Whyte says
I’m sad to have found that Uncle Chuck passed away as well as Aunt Charlot. I have been trying for years to find them and Charlene with no luck untill to day. You are in my pray’s and I will be in touch.
Peggy(Sikkenga) Whyte
Richard Peterson says
I am sorry to hear about your loss. I remember working with Chuck as a Greeter at Wal-mart and all the interesting stories and jokes he told. He will be deeply missed.
Richard Semans says
My condolences to Chuck’s family. He will be missed. Our loss is heavens gain.
Wally Peel says
So sorry to hear of Chuck’s passing.
He was a man of many talents with a heart of gold. I will miss my visits with him, his kindness and his smile.
Wal-Mart door greeter (karen) says
I am so sorry for your loss,I worked with Chuck at the door greeting people.He had so many great storys.I just loved working with him.What a awesome MAN.Will miss him .
Love ya my friend!