Charlier, Leo

1929 - 2016  (86 years)    Has no ancestors and no descendants in this family tree.

• Name	Charlier, Leo
  Born	16 Oct 1929
  Gender	Male
  Died	22 Jun 2016
  Obituary	Aft 22 Jun 2016
  Leo L. Charlier, 86, of Green Bay, beloved husband of 65 years to Eileen (Vandenhoven) Charlier, departed this life on Wednesday, June 22, 2016 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Leo was given the gift of life on October 16, 1929. Elmer and Stella (Pirlot) Charlier were the proud parents of Leo, who was born in Red River, WI. Leo graduated from West High School, class of 1947. He worked for Northern Paper Mill after graduating from high school until his retirement in 1992. He served his country as a member of the Army National Guard for 14 years, achieving the rank of Master Sergeant. Leo married the love of his life, Eileen R.Vandenhoven, on January 27, 1951 at Holy Cross Church in Bay Settlement, WI. Leo and Eileen were blessed with five children; Jeannine, Bruce, Karla (Art) Albers, Karen (Pete) Bushmaker, and Matt (Suzanne). Their grandchildren and great grandchildren; Bruce's children: Deniell (Paul) Bomberg and their children Tyler, Abigail and Kyleigh; Stephanie Thompson (Rob deceased); Vickie Phalin (deceased) and her children Kegan and Keylee; Paul (Liz) Charlier and their son Louie. Karla's children: Andrew (deceased); Jim (Kendra) Albers and their son Tate; Kevin Albers (Ashley); Karen's children: John (Kellie) Bushmaker and their children Jenna and Carter. Dan (Katie) Bushmaker and their children Jayden and Everett. Matt's children: Dale (Samantha) and Alea. Leo is survived by his 3 brothers: Jim (Linda); Dave (LaVerne) and Tom. Leo is also survived by Eileen's siblings: Rita Huven (Cyril-deceased); Milton Vandenhoven (Evie-both deceased); Bernadette Blodgett (Bernard-deceased); many nieces and nephews. Dad was also preceded in death by two infant daughters, Mary Joel and Ellen Rose, his parents Elmer and Stella, his mother and father in law, Math and Agnes Vandenhoven. Family meant everything to Leo. He was a wonderful husband and father who was devoted to his wife and children. He enjoyed fishing and hunting. Many young men will remember him as their baseball coach for the Yankees in Allouez along with his best friend, George Knipfel, in the 1970's. After retirement, Leo and Eileen loved traveling, mostly to the AZ area. He also was an active member of St. Matthew's Catholic Church since 1958. Visitation will be held at Newcomer Funeral Home, 340 Monroe Avenue, Green Bay on Sunday June 26, 2016 from 1-4 PM. Visitation will resume on Monday June 27th from 9-10 AM at St. Matthew's Church, 130 St. Matthew St., Green Bay, a Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10 AM in the Church sanctuary. Interment will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery in Bay Settlement. We would like to thank Fr. Bob Kabat and Ann Froelich of St. Matthew's Church, the staff at Age Well Assisted Living,and Unity Hospice for all their support during this difficult time. We would also like to extend a special thank you to our mom and dad's dear friend, Jan Knipfel, whom they loved as a sister. Dad….we love you and will miss you. Until we see you again.
  Person ID	I340990	1FamilyTree
  Last Modified	24 May 2017

  
  

  Family	Vandenhoven, Eileen
  Last Modified	24 May 2017
  Family ID	F214020	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart