Charles L. Gartner, 55, of Wooster, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at Wooster Community Hospital.
He was born on June 18, 1968 in Chillicothe the son of Michael T. and Donna McGuire Gartner.
Charles worked as a machine operator at Tahoma Engineered Solutions. He loved helping others and will be remembered for his huge heart, kindness, and being a friend to many.
Surviving are his sons James Gartner and Adam Gartner; sisters Michelle Finley, Ashley Gartner, Amy Crockett, Sharon Ray, Mickey Brokaw, and Christy Perry; brothers Thomas Papineau and Michael Gartner; Stepmother Brenda Matson who helped raise him from a very young age; and “Special Brother” Tim Goebel.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents.
A “Gathering of Friends” will be held Tuesday, August 1, 2023 from 4:00PM to 7:00PM at the McIntire, Bradham, Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster.
Online condolence may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
Charles you will be missed brother.you was a true friend .that’s hard to find..you left us way to soon..but we will never forget you brother..fly high…
Chuck you was a good man,and good friend, love you brother fly!
Rest and be happy Chuck, love you
Chuck, when you came into my home at 1 you also came into my heart!!!! I loved you for not only the 18 years you were with me, but all your life and forever!!!
What an unexpected loss. We had some great times together back in the day. Can’t believe how life has been taking all the good ones. Say hi to Shanley if ya see him.
You will be missed. Such a good guy. Rip my friend