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Charles Tinklenberg

April 13, 2021
Portage, MI

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Tinklenberg, Charles "Chuck" Charles "Chuck" Tinklenberg, 89 of Portage, passed away, Tuesday, April 13, 2021. Born on August 10, 1931 in Kalamazoo to Leonard (Clara) Tinklenberg. United in marriage on September 7, 1956, to Belva Rohrbough. Chuck is survived by his wife of 64 years, Belva, sister Clarissa Hansen, sister Loretta Tolhurst, brothers Ryan Tinklenberg, Lauren Tinklenberg and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents Leonard and Clara Tinklenberg, son Kevin Tinklenberg and siblings; Jen Bovin, John Tinklenberg, Nelson Tinklenberg, Myrtle Klop, Betty Zuidema, Donald Tinklenberg, Leonard Tinklenberg Jr, Lawrence Tinklenberg, Clarence Tinklenberg, Carol Demerck and Patricia Proudy. Chuck proudly served his country during the Korean War in the U.S. Army. He was a family man, always there for others. Chuck loved to travel, achieving his goal of seeing all 50 states, never once staying home on vacation, even taking a 6 week trip after retirement. Chuck loved working in his flower garden, he built a 2 level rock garden that was admired throughout the neighborhood. Always active never sitting still, he also enjoyed going to the casino, golfing and puzzles. Chuck also like to bowl and was on a bowling league for many years. He was known for "trying" to tell a good joke but never quite succeeding. Gone but never forgotten, we will miss him dearly. Cremation has taken place and a Graveside Service, with Military Honors, to lay Chuck to rest, will take place at Mt. Ever Rest Memorial Park, 3941 S. Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, Michigan, 49008, a later date. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to either The Dementia Society or the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission. Please visit Chuck's personal webpage at https://www.langelands.com