Charles “Chuck” Thomas

August 12, 1935 - October 17, 2010

Charles “Chuck” Thomas, 75, passed early Oct. 17, 2010.Chuck was a resident of Chardon for the past 70 years of his wonderful life.He was born Aug. 12, 1935, in Windsor. He was the son of Leland and Evelyn Thomas and survived by brother, Gerald Thomas.Charles M. Thomas married his everlasting love, Helen Mansfield, June 18, 1960, at the Chardon United Methodist Church.Chuck was an enthusiastic electrician and dedicated member of IBEW 673 for 50 years. He thoroughly enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a passionate gardener. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends and loved to watch his grandchildren play sports.Mr. Thomas was a member of the Aerie Eagles 2261 in Chardon V.F.W. Post Auxiliary 6519, American Legion Post 0167 and Village Lodge 0274, F. & A.M. Charles is survived by wife, Helen; children, David, Bret and Gary (Patricia); grandchildren, Aaron (April), Chad, Lee, Nathan, Emily, Kailee, Madeline, Daniel and Dylan; and great-granddaughter, Mia.The service will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010, at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., (Route 44, 500 feet south of Route 6/Chardon Square), Chardon.Pastor Dan Drew from Chardon United Methodist Church will officiate.Calling hours will be 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home prior to the service. Private family burial will be held at Chardon Municipal Cemetery in Chardon.In lieu of flowers, contributions, and/or donations can be made to the American Heart Association , Ohio Valley Affiliate, P.O. Box 163549, Columbus, OH 43216-3549.Arrangements are being handled by The Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Chardon. Information and online condolences at www.burrservice.com.

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To The Thomas Family (Brett)My Condolences on the loss of your husband & father he was a really nice man

helen and family, sorry about chuck i know you will miss him terribly we love you all and sorry we could not come last night ralph has some health issues love,carol

Dear Helen,May your many happy memories of your life together help carry you through this time of loss. A lot of years have transpired since our school days in Chardon but I remember you fondly.Most sincerely,Ellen

Dear Helen,My deepest condolences on the loss of your dear husband. Theresa Scott

To the Thomas family,It is a sad day in Chardon. Another fine individual, Chuck Thomas has gone on to a better place. I have known your family for so long and Mr. Thomas will always be a part of me, and the Wilcox family. I will miss the days that Mr. Thomas saw me out and about and always took a minute to give me a fun hard time. I was honored and lucky to meet a man like your husband, father, etc. He was a positive influence in my life and thank him and your entire family for allowing me the privilege to be a part of your family. My heart filled sympathies, thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to your entire family during this difficult time. The Wilcox family and the Thomas family will stay strong for each other through this time of grief.All of my best, Travis Wilcox