Charles S Casper II

1944 - 2017

Charles S Casper II obituary, 1944-2017, Tampa, FL

BORN

1944

DIED

2017

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Blount & Curry Funeral Home - Macdill Chapel

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Tampa, Florida

Charles Casper Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 30, 2017.

72, passed away peacefully May 28, 2017 after a lengthy illness. A highly decorated U.S. Army veteran, Chuck proudly served his country during two tours of duty in Vietnam, earning a Silver Star, a Bronze Star, Gallantry Cross (w/Silver Star), Distinguished Flying Cross, and Army Aviator Badge, among others.





Chuck earned his master’s degree in Public Administration at USF. Before his retirement in 2013, Chuck worked many years as a network technology consultant for Electronic Data Systems (EDS), Hewlett Packard and Xerox.





Spending time with Chuck was to relish his whip-smart mind and quick-wit that entertained family, friends and colleagues throughout his life and endeared him to his wife of 35 years, Susan Gillen Casper, who survives him and was his constant companion and devoted advocate during his year-long illness. A Tampa native, Chuck was predeceased by parents Charles S. Casper and Violet Leto.





Chuck was an avid fisherman, dog lover, and history buff. A member of Tampa Yacht and Country Club and former member of Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla including the Gunner’s Guild, Chuck was proud of his native Tampa roots and loved discussing Tampa’s early years. He was a formerly a member of the Rotary Club of Tampa and the vestry at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church where he was a Eucharistic minister.





Chuck is survived by son Cristian S. Casper (Cheryl and their daughter Hanna); daughter Angela P. Schumann, and grandsons Cristian M. Casper, Tyler Schumann and T.J. Schumann. He is also survived by brother-in-law William A. (“Bill”) Gillen Jr. (Pat), their son William (“Billy”) Gillen III and his son William, and their daughter Shannon Coram (Chris) and their sons Parker and Brooks.





Chuck’s strong Christian faith provided comfort in knowing death is not the end but the beginning. He was a member of Hyde Park United Methodist Church where he and Susan served in the church’s Open Arms Ministry helping feed the homeless until illness curtailed his activities.



A celebration of life will be held at Hyde Park United Methodist Church Friday, June 2 at 2pm. Donations in Chuck’s memory may be made to Hyde Park United Methodist Church Open Arms Ministry, 500 W Platt St, Tampa, FL 33606 or to a charity of your choice.



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June 7, 2017

Renee Fleeman

I am so sorry for your loss Susan. I will never forget the kindness you and Chuck showed me during my time here in Tampa. He will remain in my mind as I move forward and I will remember his words of encouragement when I encounter difficult times ahead. I am sure he has touched many people's lives but I want you to know how much I appreciate what you have both done for me.

June 2, 2017

Ed & Phyllis McQueen

Cris, Angela and Susan: our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you deal with the passing of your father and husband. May you find strength and comfort as you reflect on the many ways Chuck touched the lives of others.

June 2, 2017

Kathy and John Ollivier

Susan and family, the Celebration of Life worship service for Chuck was beautiful, and we learned even more wonderful things about him. His quick wit and intelligent mind will be missed in the Forum class. Susan, we have missed your kind heart and intelligence, too. We are so sorry for your loss and hope to see you soon.

June 1, 2017

Marilynn Harrigan

Dear Susan,
I know your love and kindness and strong faith is what was with Chuck when he passed on to a place where he can breath without machines and be side by side with our Lord.. Susan you are loved and I am here to show you that.
Love Marilynn

June 1, 2017

Susan Curtis

So very sorry for your loss, Susan. Thinking of you the other day and all your kindness to others.

May 31, 2017

Sue, I love you dearly and would be there if it weren't for this darn surgery. You know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Chuck was a fine man and I will miss him but I know he's out of pain and in a far better place now. I'm here whenever you need me. - Elizabeth

May 31, 2017

Susan and Bill, please accept and convey to your families our sympathy. Although we did not know him well, we did know Chuck well enough to appreciate that he was a fine individual. Rick and Elizabeth Zabak

May 30, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11

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