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Charles Earl “Chuck” Wakeley

Birth	:	4 Jun 1925 Madison, Madison County, Nebraska, USA
Death	:	4 Jan 2021 Bloomfield, Knox County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Woodlawn Cemetery, Wausa, Knox County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.5102997, -97.5330963
Description	:	Charles died Monday, January 4, 2021, at Good Samaritan Society in Bloomfield, Nebraska. Charles “Chuck” Wakeley was born June 4, 1925, in Madison, Nebraska to Fred and Ethel (Varner) Wakeley. The family relocated to a farm in the Pleasant Valley area. He had a happy childhood and grew up in a loving family. During the throes of World War II, Chuck volunteered for the Army as a teenager and served his country in the Army from 1943-1946, spending his time in the front lines of the Pacific Theater. Following his honorable discharge, he returned to his beloved Pleasant Valley... Read More	Charles died Monday, January 4, 2021, at Good Samaritan Society in Bloomfield, Nebraska. Charles “Chuck” Wakeley was born June 4, 1925, in Madison, Nebraska to Fred and Ethel (Varner) Wakeley. The family relocated to a farm in the Pleasant Valley area. He had a happy childhood and grew up in a loving family. During the throes of World War II, Chuck volunteered for the Army as a teenager and served his country in the Army from 1943-1946, spending his time in the front lines of the Pacific Theater. Following his honorable discharge, he returned to his beloved Pleasant Valley roots and began farming. A naturally hard worker, he thrived in this venture. Soon after returning home, at a neighborhood social, Chuck’s eye caught a beautiful young woman playing the piano. After some encouragement from his mother to overcome his shyness and speak to that young woman, Chuck met the love of his life in Helyn (Lindberg). They were married on June 11, 1947, and from that day forth their lives flowed in tandem. Their love grew more and more each year over their 73-½ years of marriage, during which they raised seven children, ran a farm, and cherished their partnership in all things. Chuck and Helyn retired in 1990 and moved to Wausa in 1997, then enjoyed many years of retirement. In retirement, he worked seasonally for Marsh Farms, mowed many lawns, and moved snow for a number of neighbors well into his 80’s. He often said he was more in love with Helyn than ever after moving to town and getting to spend more time together. Chuck loved farming, but especially delighted in horses his entire life. His last horseback ride was on his 90th birthday. He had the gift of hospitality, providing horseback rides to hundreds of people from around the country and coffee for many salesmen; everyone was welcome at the table. He was a man of honor, a hard-working farmer, but most of all, a man of faith who loved his family immensely. Chuck had a wonderful sense of humor and loved telling stories. Never one to back down from a competition, he loved to play (and usually win) horseshoes, cards, pool, and ping pong throughout his life. He also enjoyed playing baseball into his 60’s. Chuck was a member of the Wausa Covenant Church where he served in a number of ways, as deacon, usher, and teaching Junior High boys’ Sunday School. He spent many patient hours as the pianist’s husband. He entered his Forever Home on January 4, 2021. Chuck is survived by his wife of 73 years, Helyn; five children, Larry (Marcia) Wakeley, Merileen (Bruce) Thorson, Michael (Diane) Wakeley, Beth (Laddy) Carlson, and Jeff (Melissa) Wakeley; 21 grandchildren; 44 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Gladys Wakeley; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Harley and Don (Elaine); sisters, Eileen (Ray) McFarland and Ruth; sons, Richard (in infancy) and David; and daughter Charlyn.

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Charles Earl “Chuck” Wakeley's memorial is located at: Woodlawn Cemetery, Wausa, Knox County, USA.
When did Charles Earl “Chuck” Wakeley death?
Charles Earl “Chuck” Wakeley death on 4 Jan 2021 in Bloomfield, Knox County, Nebraska, USA
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Latitude: 42.5102997
Longitude: -97.5330963

Family Members:

Parent

Fred Leighton Wakeley

(1897 - 1988)

Ethel E. Varner Wakeley

(1898 - 1969)

Spouse

Helyn June Lindberg Wakeley

(1928 - 2021)

Siblings

Harley L. Wakeley

(1919 - 2005)

Donald A. Wakeley

(1923 - 2016)

Ruth Maree Wakeley

(1932 - 1936)

Children

Charlyn Ann Wakeley Jones

(1952 - 2014)

David L. Wakeley

(1953 - 1973)

Richard Lee Wakeley

(1954 - 1954)

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Nearby Cemetories:

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Coordinate: 42.5102997, -97.5330963

2. Thabor Lutheran Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.5102997, -97.5671997

3. Magnet Cemetery
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5. Golgotha Lutheran Cemetery
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6. Bloomfield Cemetery
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7. Saint Marys Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.3661003, -97.6102982

8. Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery
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12. Morrillville Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.5725000, -97.7541000

13. Saint Frances Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.3946991, -97.3482971

14. Randolph Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.3873900, -97.3501700

15. Kemma Cemetery
Knox County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5438995, -97.8103027

16. Saint Josephs Catholic Cemetery
Cedar County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7064200, -97.4362700

17. Saint Rose Cemetery
Crofton, Knox County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7280998, -97.5192032

18. Saint Michaels Cemetery
Hartington, Cedar County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6119003, -97.2699966

19. Crofton Cemetery
Crofton, Knox County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7296982, -97.4860992

20. Saint John Baptist Catholic Church Cemetery
Fordyce, Cedar County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6980100, -97.3663300

21. Beaver View Cemetery
Crofton, Knox County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7355995, -97.5847015

22. Gnewuch Gravesite
Center, Knox County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5973000, -97.8267800

23. Hartington Cemetery
Hartington, Cedar County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6335983, -97.2628021

24. Zion Cemetery
Pierce County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3293991, -97.7371979