Charles Alexander Lunney
August 11th, 2012
Chuck passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, August 11, 2012 while a patient on the third floor of the Regina General Hospital.
Left to cherish the memory of his presence in their lives are his wife, Jeanie; his daughter, L’Angelle (Michael Stewart); his son, Christopher (Colleen); and his two grandchildren, Samuel and Reese.
Chuck is also survived by his sister, Jackie; brother-in-law, Doug; nephew, Allan (Debbie); and niece, Terry.
He was predeceased by his parents, John and Mary; siblings, Jean, David, and Albert; and nephews, Tim and Jeff.
Chuck attended elementary and high school in Saskatoon. He took classes at the U of R in Regina and the U of O in Eugene, Oregon. His thirty year career at SaskPower was spent mostly in the Land Department and lastly as a Superintendent in Support Services. Some of Regina’s angel lovers may remember him for The Angel Shoppe on 14th Avenue, a business Jeanie and he owned and operated in the late 90’s.
Chuck had been a member of the YMCA since 1962 and remembers those first 20 mile Marathon Runs out past Lumsden in the early 70’s. He played first mandolin with the Regina Poltava Mandolin Orchestra and especially enjoyed the 1986 Heritage Tour to Ukraine and Russia (and all those Mosaics!).
Chuck loved to travel and managed to miss some Saskatchewan winters by spending time in Yuma, in Mexico and in Europe. He enjoyed renovating and building, fixing and repairing. His home in Regina and condo in Mexico will sadly miss his handyman abilities.
Chuck was proud of this wife’s education, his daughter’s fitness training business, his son’s military career and his two grandchildren’s existence. He and Jeanie recently celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary (July 28).
Chuck enjoyed the friendly staff at the Harbour Landing McDonald’s where he and Jeanie started their day with coffee and conversation every morning. Just “lovin’ it”!
A service of Remembrance for Chuck will be held on Saturday, August 18, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. in the Regina Officer’s Mess, 1660 Elphinstone Street (please park in the Exhibition grounds and enter through the white building).
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Chuck may be made to the MS Society of Canada (Sask. Division), 150 Albert Street, Regina, SK S4R 2N2.
Messages:
Deep condolences, he was a great guy with a big heart. I have a lot of fond memories. Janice Baillargeon Edam, Sask.
Hi Jeannie, Chris and L'Angelle, Kathy just contacted me about Chuck's passing. I am so sorry to hear this news. My deepest condolences to you and your families. In all of my Poltava memories Chuck is present- smiling and joking. Though he made fun of us (Kathy and I) constantly, I always felt a deep camaraderie. He always made me smile.
Just heard of the recent loss of your dear husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May all the good memories of him be with you and help you through these days of emptiness. God bless you and your family.
Jeanie and family.. Chuck was a happy gentleman and will be greatly missed. Please accept our condolences and prayers. Sandra and Kevin Boyle
to the Lunney family: Our deepest condolences at the loss of Chuck. We were friends from Poltava and I have many wonderful memories of our times together travelling around - Chuck had a wonderful sense of humour that kept me going during the anxious moments of performing!! Our thoughts are with you at this time. Take Care
Jeanie and family .. I am so sad to hear of your recent loss of Chuck. You two have shared so many years together and thankfully those memories will always be in your heart and mind. Unfortunately I am away so won't be able to attend the funeral but my thoughts are with you all.
Dear Jeanie. From the first time I met you, as my cooperating teacher, when I was doing my teaching internship, I appreciated your joie de vive. Although I didn't know Chuck very well, I always knew he was your solid grounding and your life's greatest love. I am sorry to read that you have lost him and I know the grief and emptiness you will endure. My prayers and sympathies are with you and your children in your great loss. May your spirit prevail. Margaret and John Lipp
Mrs. Lunney, Chris and L'Angelle, My heart goes out to you all and your extended families as you mourn the loss of your husband and father. It's my sincere hope that you are comforted by each other and the countless memories you shared with one another over the years. My deepest sympathy.