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Charles Henry “Chuck” Gierke

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Birth	:	4 Feb 1945 Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota, USA
Death	:	8 Apr 2022 Falcon Heights, Ramsey County, Minnesota, USA
Burial	:	Fairview Cemetery, Bismarck, Burleigh County, USA
Coordinate	:	46.8372002, -100.7466965
Description	:	The Bismarck Tribune, 16 Apr 2022, Saturday Charles Henry Gierke FALCON HEIGHTS, MN - Charles (Chuck) Henry Gierke, passed away on April 9, 2022, at his home in Falcon Heights, at the age of 77, from complications of multiple myeloma, with his wife, Cathy, at his side. Chuck was born on February 4, 1945 in Bismarck, ND, to Christine and Henry (Hank) Gierke. Chuck's father passed away when he was only 11. This early loss probably explains his self-reliance, independence, and work ethic. In junior high and high school, he participated in sports as an athlete and... Read More	The Bismarck Tribune, 16 Apr 2022, Saturday Charles Henry Gierke FALCON HEIGHTS, MN - Charles (Chuck) Henry Gierke, passed away on April 9, 2022, at his home in Falcon Heights, at the age of 77, from complications of multiple myeloma, with his wife, Cathy, at his side. Chuck was born on February 4, 1945 in Bismarck, ND, to Christine and Henry (Hank) Gierke. Chuck's father passed away when he was only 11. This early loss probably explains his self-reliance, independence, and work ethic. In junior high and high school, he participated in sports as an athlete and as an equipment manager. He was preceded in death by his mother and father; and survived by his wife, Cathy Lee; his daughter, Abbey; his son, Charlie; grandsons: Max, Hank and Sam; and granddaughters: Grace and Madison. After graduating from Bismarck High School, Chuck attended Bismarck Junior College where he obtained an associate degree. He then transferred to the University of North Dakota graduating in 1967 with a BS in mathematics. Throughout high school and college Chuck held a variety of jobs including stints at men's clothiers where he started his colorful, unforgettable collection of ties, sweaters, and team jerseys appropriate for every occasion, even his own wedding. After graduating from UND Chuck returned to Bismarck and began his career working at Provident Life Insurance Company. During this period in Bismarck, he married Bonnie Bement, the mother of his two children, Abbey and Charlie. After several years in Bismarck, Chuck moved to Stillwater MN and was employed in the Twin Cities' expanding computer industry where he worked for over 40-years for major companies, 3M, Univac, Unisys, Veritas, and finally retiring from Symantec Corporation in 2007. Chuck had many interests and enthusiasms ranging from the Twins and Vikings, local history, Native American traditions and history, to travel in the US and abroad. Foremost was his enthusiasm for sports of all kinds from neighborhood broom ball, tennis and soccer, to a remarkable career as Minnesota's oldest snowboarder, and, finally, mastery of windsurfing on area lakes, as well as Lake Garda in Italy, and Lake Arenal in Costa Rica, which he enjoyed until declining health limited his endurance and balance. He recognized that his enjoyment came with an obligation, generously passing his enthusiasm on to upcoming generations, as a coach of grade school and junior high soccer and softball teams. He loved being a father and grandfather and was proud of the accomplishments of his son, Charlie, and his daughter, Abbey; but most of all the achievements in school and in athletics of his grandsons and granddaughters. He will be remembered for his quiet, dry, sense of humor, his pleasure in the company of friends, and his enjoyment of life. His body was donated to the Anatomy Bequest Program at the University of Minnesota Medical School for the advancement of medical education and research. A memorial service is planned for May 28, at the White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church. His remains will be cremated and scattered over the graves of his parents in Bismarck. Memorials to Sitting Bull College in Ft Yates, ND; or your favorite charity. *********************** The Bismarck Tribune, 05 Feb 1949, Saturday Charles Gierke Has 4th Birthday Charles Henry Gierke celebrated his 4th birthday anniversary Friday afternoon at a party given by his mother, Mrs. Henry Gierke, at their home 918 Twelfth St. Four little neighborhood friends and their mothers were among the guests. A decorated birthday cake centered the table and lighted red and white tapers carried out the Valentine theme. The afternoon was spent informally, with Charles Henry receiving gifts from the guests. ********************* The Bismarck Tribune, 07 Feb 1950, Tuesday Charles H. Gierke is Five Years Old Eight tiny guests attended a party at the home of Mrs. Henry Gierke, 918 Twelfth St., Saturday afternoon, in honor of the fifth birthday of her son, Charles Henry. The table was centered with a red and white heart-shaped cake and gaily decked with red and white streamers. Nut cup favors were given. Mrs. John Gierke, a sister-in-law of the hostess, assisted. ********************* The Bismarck Tribune, 08 Feb 1951, Thursday Charles Gierke, 6, Notes Birthday Little Charles Henry Gierke, 6-years old Saturday, celebrated the occasion with a party at his home, 918 Twelfth St. His mother, Mrs. Henry Gierke, was hostess. The Gierke home was decorated in Valentine theme, heart-shaped cake was served. The seven guests were Karen Johnson, John and David Harms, Susan Strand, Diane McMonagle, Mary Hetherington and Joe Moor. They spent the afternoon playing games. Each received a nut cup favor before going home. ********************* The Bismarck Tribune, 25 Jun 1965, Friday Breaks Foot Charles Gierke, 20, son of Mrs. Christine Gierke, broke his right foot in a skate board accident Monday evening. He was treated at St. Alexius Hospital and released ********************* The Bismarck Tribune, 06 Jun 1967, Tuesday UND GRADUATE Charles Gierke, son of Mrs. Christine Gierke, 918 Twelfth St., was graduated Sunday from the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks with a bachelor of philosophy degree. ********************* The Bismarck Tribune, 02 Oct 1969, Thursday Charles Henry Gierke, 24, 1218 Simle Dr., Bismarck, pleaded guilty to a charge of speeding and was fined $10. ********************* The Bismarck Tribune, 09 Apr 1970, Thursday DAUGHTER BORN Mr. and Mrs. Charles Gierke, Stillwater, Minn., are the parents of a daughter, Abbey Ann, born April 8. Grandparents are Mrs. Christine Gierke, 918 12th St., and Mrs. William Bement, Solen. ********************* Charles H Gierke in the Minnesota, U.S., Divorce Index, 1970-1995 Name: Charles H Gierke Gender: Male Estimated Birth Year: abt 1946 Age: 27 Spouse Name: Bonnie R Gierke Gender: Female Estimated Birth Year: abt 1949 Age: 24 Divorce Date: 11 Apr 1973 Divorce County: Washington ********************* Charles H Gierke in the Minnesota, U.S., Marriage Index, 1958-2001 Name: Charles H Gierke Gender: Male Birth Date: abt 1945 Age: 32 Spouse: Mary L Villella State: Minnesota *********************** Charles H Gierke in the Minnesota, U.S., Divorce Index, 1970-1995 Name: Charles H Gierke Gender: Male Estimated Birth Year: abt 1946 Age: 40 Spouse Name: Mary L Gierke Gender: Female Estimated Birth Year: abt 1947 Age: 39 Divorce Date: 30 Jan 1986 Divorce County: Ramsey

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Charles Henry “Chuck” Gierke death on 8 Apr 2022 in Falcon Heights, Ramsey County, Minnesota, USA
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Latitude: 46.8372002
Longitude: -100.7466965

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Henry “Hank” Gierke

(1906 - 1956)

Christine Preszler Gierke

(1910 - 1991)

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Coordinate: 46.8372002, -100.7466965

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