Mr. Charles "Charlie" Finkler's Obituary
Mr. Charles John Finkler, age 87, passed away after a short illness, Sunday evening, August 5, 2018. Charlie was born January 31, 1931 in Muskegon to Charles F. and Helen Finkler. He married the former Irma Bullock in 1950 and she preceded him in death on January 30, 2006. Charlie worked as a machinist at Continental Motors for more than 30 years as well as a barber at the Charm Barbershop. He was a member of St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, the Muskegon Eagles Arie 668, and also a member of VFW # 446. A lifelong Muskegon resident, Charlie was a quiet man, a story teller with a phenomenal memory, who had many friends throughout this area. He was a good man, hardworking, and he loved his family. Charlie was well loved, appreciated and will be missed by his children, Judy (John) Wilson, Mike (Noreen) Finkler, and Lynne (Christopher) Jarman; daughter-in-law, Wanda Finkler; 9 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; brother, Jim (Eyvonne) Finkler; sisters, Jean (Donald) Hare and Mary (Sam) Tardani; and many nieces and nephews. Charlie was also preceded in death by his parents; his son, Mark Finkler; and his brother, Frances. A MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held 11 AM Monday, August 13, 2018, at The Walburn Chapel, 1547 W. Sherman Blvd., 231-759 8565 with Rev. Fr. Michael P. Olson presiding. VISITATION will be one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery. MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS may be made to Muskegon Fraternal Order of Eagles Arie 668 Children’s Fund. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com.
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