Charles Stockwell Obituary

Stockwell, Charles W. 90, Veteran WWII Captain USAAF, of River Grove passed away at his home August 15, 2008, beloved husband of Anna for 67 years, loving father of Terry, the late Chuck (Toni), George (Ann) and Jim (Deb). Cherished grandfather of Mike (Jean) and Pat (Nicole), great grandfather of Charlie, Allie and Brenna, fond uncle of Karen (Bob) Penzenstadler, Susan (Jerry) Wojtaszek, Randy (Sandra) Stockwell. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Julia and brothers George and Jim. Charlie worked for International Harvester Company from 1940-1978 in Engineering Research serving IH for many of those years as Chief Engineer, Policies & Procedures. The Boy Scouts of America were a big part of his life for over 25 years, joining Troop 142 back in 1957 and serving the Thatcher Woods Area Council as its director at Camp Shin-Go-Beek for many years, as part of the national staff for the 1964 World Jamboree and as District Chairman for the Council from 1970-1974. A memorial gathering for family and friends of Charlie is being planned for early fall. For information on time and location please email a request to [email protected]. In lieu of flowers, contributions to your favorite charity appreciated. It is very hard losing the old guard. They made us who we are today through their generosity, love and support. Interred with full military honors at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois.