Tom Lauritzen
Chuck and I were cohorts in the United States Steel Corporate Human Resources Department for many years. I have always considered Chuck as a cherished friend, although our socializing was mainly as competitors in sports. We were always on opposing teams. He was a man of conviction and desire to do his best at whatever endeavor in which he engaged. But, when it came to sports competition, he couldn't settle for anything but his best performance. In that regard, he became his worst critic... thus the obituary reference to \"frustrated bowler\". If he flubbed on any cast down the lane, it overly upset him, and I witnessed many occasions that he kicked the ball return console, or threw his towel to the floor. He always recovered quickly, however, and set about his competitive best. He was a man of integrity and kindness, and had a great sense of humor. I know of his dedication to his church, and I'm confident that he is now ready solely to best serve his Lord for eternity, in the paradise he was promised. I'll be praying for all of his family and friends as we all work through our personal loss at his death... but, because of who he was, we will be celebrating his life and the joy and comfort of knowing where he is now.