"To Leanne, Cathy, Thom, and Bill. I was at a loss when I saw Chuck's obituary in the paper. I will always remember the great times we had back in "the day". The Superbowl parties and other parties held at Cathy's and of course the times (usually every time) Chuck and Leanne would come to the band's performances. Chuck was a great guy and I know you all will miss his presence in your daily lives. But I know that you all have wonderful memories of times spent and those are what will help you get through these times. You are all in my prayers. Take care."
In loving memory of
Charles R. "Chuck" Harwood
April 27, 1939 - July 7, 2013
Charles R. "Chuck" Harwood, 74, of Marquette, passed away Sunday morning, July 7, 2013 under the care of Lake Superior Hospice.
Chuck was born on April 27, 1939 in Highland Park, Michigan to the late William and Edna (Killen) Harwood. He had lived in the Marquette area over the last 40years, moving there from Sault Ste. Marie. He was a U.S. Navy veteran having served with the Sea Bees.
Chuck was employed as a heavy equipment operator for Operating Engineers Local #324, retiring in 1997 after 40 years in that occupation.
During his retirement, Chuck volunteered with the St. Vincent de Paul Society. He was an avid Detroit Lions and Red Wings fan as well as the University of Michigan Wolverines. He enjoyed playing cribbage and spending as much time as he could with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was a member of St. Peter Cathedral.
Survivors include his wife of 52 years, the former Leanne LaPrairie whom he married in November of 1961 in Sault Ste. Marie; three children, Thom (Susan) Harwood of Green Bay, WI, Cathy Beltrame of Ishpeming and Bill Harwood of Green Bay; nine grandchildren, Steven Harwood, Amanda Roll, David Warner, Kristine Beltrame, Derek Beltrame, Kymber Beltrame, Roger Beltrame, Zoe Beltrame, and Torie Beltrame; seven great grandchildren, Morgan, Maddison and Masen Roll, Jordan and Tyler Hart, Ayden Warner and Delaney Bemis; also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death besides his parents was a brother, Donald Harwood and a sister, Jolene Hertel.
Friends may call at the Bishop's Room of St. Peter Cathedral in Marquette on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. where a Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Thursday in the cathedral with the Rev. Msgr. Michael Steber officiating. Burial will take place on Friday at 2 p.m. in Oaklawn Chapel Gardens, Sault Ste. Marie followed by a luncheon at Studebaker's Restaurant . Chuck's grandchildren will act as his escorts.
Memorials are preferred to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, 2119 Presque Isle Ave., Marquette, MI 49855 in Mr. Harwood's memory.
The Canale-Tonella Funeral Home of Marquette is assisting the family where memories may be shared at canalefuneral.com
Tributes
"Many good times on and off the jobs with Chuck. He was good friends with my uncle Donald Drake and I and the Marquette 324 gang, Dean, Sam the rest of the breakfast club. Chuck always there to help you out and teach you what he could. He will be missed by all. See you at the next big one. Loren"
"Chuck has been like a second father to me. Being next door neighbors and best friend of my parents, Chuck and Leanne and their family have been a daily part of my life for many years and have been part of all of my most important memories! I remember him sitting at our kitchen table with Leanne for hours and hours of Cribbage and it was just normal for me to see him everyday growing up. He was truly like family to me. Though I will truly miss him, I am glad that his suffering is over and that he is in a better place. My love to Leanne and the rest of the family and I send big hugs your way. I love you Chucky!"
"Words can not express the fondness and love I have for Chuckie. From the very first time I met him he has treated me like one of his own. Over the years we have had so many laughs and good times. It's hard to imagine what life will be like without him. I'm sure there will be many tears shed in the days ahead but there will also be many smiles, laughter and sharing of stories. To LeAnn, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren I offer my deepest sympathy and love."