Chuck Barbara passed away at Providence Medical Center in Medford, OR, surrounded by loving family and friends. He was born in Detroit, MI, to Francis and Jennie Barbara. He was one of four children: Francis, Katherine, Ann, and Charles. Married for 56 years to loving and caring wife, Dorothy, who passed away in Newport Beach, CA, in 1997.
Charles joined the army in 1941 and rose through the ranks to master sergeant, then receiving a commission to Officers' Candidate School, arising to the rank of major. Wounded in battle, Charles received three battlefield promotions and numerous medals and commendations. After the war, Charles and Dorothy moved to San Mateo, CA, to start a family. In 1957, he moved his family to Northridge, CA, where he started a successful manufacturer's representative business in the pool industry. He campaigned vigorously for child safety programs concerning accidental swimming pool drowning.
He was a senior partner and director of the Council for Aging in Huntington Beach, CA. He hosted his own TV program called The Golden Wave, which aired five nights a week, addressing seniors' problems and issues. One of his true loves was his devotion to God through the Catholic Church. Charles was a long-time member of the Knights of Columbus, receiving the highest rank of 4th degree. Chuck is survived by four children: [redacted for privacy]. He will also be missed by his nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He also leaves behind countless dear friends and those fortunate to have known and worked with him.
Our family also wishes to sincerely thank the staffs at Rogue Valley Dialysis Center, Waterford Three Fountains, and Arbor Place Assisted Living for the compassionate care of our dad. Much appreciation also goes to the doctors and nurses at Providence Medical Center who took care of our father in his final days. You will always be remembered for your hearts of gold. God bless all of you.
Chuck's Funeral will be held at St. Gregory's Catholic Church in San Mateo, CA, on Saturday March 4, 2006 at 11 a.m. A Rosary Service will be held at Sneider and Sullivan Funeral Home, also in San Mateo on Friday, March 3, 2006 at 7 p.m.
Published in San Francisco Chronicle on February 28, 2006.
Charles joined the army in 1941 and rose through the ranks to master sergeant, then receiving a commission to Officers' Candidate School, arising to the rank of major. Wounded in battle, Charles received three battlefield promotions and numerous medals and commendations. After the war, Charles and Dorothy moved to San Mateo, CA, to start a family. In 1957, he moved his family to Northridge, CA, where he started a successful manufacturer's representative business in the pool industry. He campaigned vigorously for child safety programs concerning accidental swimming pool drowning.
He was a senior partner and director of the Council for Aging in Huntington Beach, CA. He hosted his own TV program called The Golden Wave, which aired five nights a week, addressing seniors' problems and issues. One of his true loves was his devotion to God through the Catholic Church. Charles was a long-time member of the Knights of Columbus, receiving the highest rank of 4th degree. Chuck is survived by four children: [redacted for privacy]. He will also be missed by his nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He also leaves behind countless dear friends and those fortunate to have known and worked with him.
Our family also wishes to sincerely thank the staffs at Rogue Valley Dialysis Center, Waterford Three Fountains, and Arbor Place Assisted Living for the compassionate care of our dad. Much appreciation also goes to the doctors and nurses at Providence Medical Center who took care of our father in his final days. You will always be remembered for your hearts of gold. God bless all of you.
Chuck's Funeral will be held at St. Gregory's Catholic Church in San Mateo, CA, on Saturday March 4, 2006 at 11 a.m. A Rosary Service will be held at Sneider and Sullivan Funeral Home, also in San Mateo on Friday, March 3, 2006 at 7 p.m.
Published in San Francisco Chronicle on February 28, 2006.
Chuck Barbara passed away at Providence Medical Center in Medford, OR, surrounded by loving family and friends. He was born in Detroit, MI, to Francis and Jennie Barbara. He was one of four children: Francis, Katherine, Ann, and Charles. Married for 56 years to loving and caring wife, Dorothy, who passed away in Newport Beach, CA, in 1997.
Charles joined the army in 1941 and rose through the ranks to master sergeant, then receiving a commission to Officers' Candidate School, arising to the rank of major. Wounded in battle, Charles received three battlefield promotions and numerous medals and commendations. After the war, Charles and Dorothy moved to San Mateo, CA, to start a family. In 1957, he moved his family to Northridge, CA, where he started a successful manufacturer's representative business in the pool industry. He campaigned vigorously for child safety programs concerning accidental swimming pool drowning.
He was a senior partner and director of the Council for Aging in Huntington Beach, CA. He hosted his own TV program called The Golden Wave, which aired five nights a week, addressing seniors' problems and issues. One of his true loves was his devotion to God through the Catholic Church. Charles was a long-time member of the Knights of Columbus, receiving the highest rank of 4th degree. Chuck is survived by four children: [redacted for privacy]. He will also be missed by his nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He also leaves behind countless dear friends and those fortunate to have known and worked with him.
Our family also wishes to sincerely thank the staffs at Rogue Valley Dialysis Center, Waterford Three Fountains, and Arbor Place Assisted Living for the compassionate care of our dad. Much appreciation also goes to the doctors and nurses at Providence Medical Center who took care of our father in his final days. You will always be remembered for your hearts of gold. God bless all of you.
Chuck's Funeral will be held at St. Gregory's Catholic Church in San Mateo, CA, on Saturday March 4, 2006 at 11 a.m. A Rosary Service will be held at Sneider and Sullivan Funeral Home, also in San Mateo on Friday, March 3, 2006 at 7 p.m.
Published in San Francisco Chronicle on February 28, 2006.
Charles joined the army in 1941 and rose through the ranks to master sergeant, then receiving a commission to Officers' Candidate School, arising to the rank of major. Wounded in battle, Charles received three battlefield promotions and numerous medals and commendations. After the war, Charles and Dorothy moved to San Mateo, CA, to start a family. In 1957, he moved his family to Northridge, CA, where he started a successful manufacturer's representative business in the pool industry. He campaigned vigorously for child safety programs concerning accidental swimming pool drowning.
He was a senior partner and director of the Council for Aging in Huntington Beach, CA. He hosted his own TV program called The Golden Wave, which aired five nights a week, addressing seniors' problems and issues. One of his true loves was his devotion to God through the Catholic Church. Charles was a long-time member of the Knights of Columbus, receiving the highest rank of 4th degree. Chuck is survived by four children: [redacted for privacy]. He will also be missed by his nine grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He also leaves behind countless dear friends and those fortunate to have known and worked with him.
Our family also wishes to sincerely thank the staffs at Rogue Valley Dialysis Center, Waterford Three Fountains, and Arbor Place Assisted Living for the compassionate care of our dad. Much appreciation also goes to the doctors and nurses at Providence Medical Center who took care of our father in his final days. You will always be remembered for your hearts of gold. God bless all of you.
Chuck's Funeral will be held at St. Gregory's Catholic Church in San Mateo, CA, on Saturday March 4, 2006 at 11 a.m. A Rosary Service will be held at Sneider and Sullivan Funeral Home, also in San Mateo on Friday, March 3, 2006 at 7 p.m.
Published in San Francisco Chronicle on February 28, 2006.
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