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1926 Charles 2012

Charles Mereness

December 21, 1926 — October 18, 2012

Mereness, Charles E.

Of Stillwater and Park Rapids

Charles E. Mereness was born in Slayton on December 21, 1926. He passed away on October 18, 2012 at the age of 85.

Chuck was a proud graduate of Murray High School and the University of Minnesota. He was an Eagle Scout. He served in the Navy during WWII. Chuck was employed by GE as a metallurgical engineer while living in Marblehead, MA, and also in Fort Wayne, IN, until 1958. At that time, Chuck was hired by 3M and returned to his roots in Minnesota. He lived in Arden Hills until he retired from 3M in 1990. Chuck and Carol retired in Stillwater.

Chuck had a great love for nature and the outdoors, often captured in his photography. His favorite place in the world was his cabin, "Dunawandrin" on Hinds Lake near Park Rapids. Chuck also had a deep appreciation for classical music. He sang in the 3M chorus and many church choirs. Chuck played tennis until he was 82. Other interests were woodworking and traveling with his wife Carol to destinations in the US and Europe.

Chuck cared deeply about his family. He is survived by Carol (Peterson), his loving wife and best friend of 62 years; two loving daughters, Gail (Scott) Barduson of Pipestone & Beth (Tom) Karlson of Rosemount; five grandchildren, Andrew & Paul Barduson, Beth Lynn (Josh) Janzen, Lydia & Samuel Karlson; sister, Dorothy Thorbeck; sister-in-law, Evelyn Fredrickson; along with nieces, nephews, and countless wonderful friends.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur & Florence Mereness; brother, Robert; and infant son, Richard Craig.

The funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 23, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. at TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 115 N. 4th Street, Stillwater, with visitation at 10:00 A.M. Interment Fairview Cemetery.

Memorials preferred to Trinity Lutheran Church, Alzheimer's Research, or donor's choice.

Visitation

Trinity Lutheran Church
115 North Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082

Tuesday, October 23, 2012
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Service

Trinity Lutheran Church
115 North Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082

Tuesday, October 23, 2012
11:00 AM

Cemetery

Fairview Cemetery

Stillwater, MN

Tuesday, October 23, 2012
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