Charles “Chuck” Presser, 88, passed away at his residence on Sunday, June 14, 2015, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Union, KY, on May 27, 1927, the son of the late Riley and Edith (nee: Baumgartner) Presser.
Chuck served his country with the United States Air Force for over 20 years. On July 2, 1955, in St. Patrick Catholic Church, he was united in marriage to the former Barbara Emerson. Chuck had been employed by S.C. Johnson and Son for over 18 years, until he retired. During his lifetime he was a very accomplished salesman, selling everything from World Book Encyclopedias to spices and cleaning supplies. It was said he could sell ice to Eskimos or water to fish. Chuck was a member of St. Richard Parish, the Racine Lions Club, the Racine Optimist Club, T.O.P.S., and The Sons of Norway. He was involved in Boy Scouts of America for over 10 years, and a 24 Year Member of A.A., where he sponsored many people seeking help. After Barb, the second love of Chuck’s life was playing a round of golf.
Surviving are his wife, of nearly 60 years, Barb Presser; their children, Kevin (Sherry) Presser, of Mt. Pleasant, Sheila (Robert) Anderson, of Austin, TX, Shaun (Darla) Presser, of Kissimmee, FL, Terrance Presser, of Racine, Kerri (Jim) Stephenson, of Austin, TX, Michaela Decker, of Racine, Eileen McLaughlin, of Centreville, VA, and Patrick Presser, of Oroville, CA; twenty-one grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, with two more arriving shortly; brother, Riley “Sonny” Presser, of San Diego, CA; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is also survived by three loyal and dear friends, Mike Lewis, Jan DeLuca, and Dave Albertini, as well as numerous friends on the golf course. In addition to his parents, Chuck was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth Presser, and three sisters, Virginia Knippenberg, Lorraine Mathis, and Mary Lou Presser. The family would like to publicly thank Gentiva Hospice of West Allis and all the staff of the Aurora Medical Center.
His Memorial Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Richard of Chichester Catholic Church, 1509 Grand Ave., on Thursday, June 18th, at 6:30 p.m. with Rev. Ronald Gramza officiating. Visitation will be in the church on Thursday, from 4:30 p.m. until the time of the Mass. Inurnment will be in the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Union Grove, on Friday, June 19th, at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the Racine Lions Club, the Racine Optimist Club, or to the charity of your choice.
Karen S. Frasure says
To the Presser family. The pain hit me while reading my dear uncles obituary. Through tears I want you all to know I loved him so very much as I love all of you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.To my favorite Uncle named Charles, Wherever you are you will always be in my heart. Always, Karen
Eileen says
I love you and I miss you!! You gave us so much and if I can give 1/2 as much as you, I will be blessed. You are my favoritest dad named dad!
Love, your favoritest daughter named Eileen
Dottie Starin says
Sorry for your loss, Sheila, Robert and Kerri. Only met your dad a couple of times at the bowling alley, but he was a fun person to talk to. Glad to meet your mom also, and send her condolences as well on the loss of her husband.
Joe Kraus says
Chuck thank you for the lessons of pactients, love and tolerance! Rest in peace.
Eileen says
i miss you and love you, Dad!!!
Ray Burandt & Carol Swenson says
As you remember Dad….others are thinking of you wishing you comfort. Shaun, Terry and the entire family, we are so sorry for your loss. God Speed.
Joan Lackey says
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May all the wonderful memories live in your hearts forever.
Joan
Joellen Childs says
Terry, so sorry for your loss. God Bless you and your family at this hard time. Joellen and family
Elaine Deones says
To the Presser Family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I meet your dad once and he was so very sweet. I loss my dad (and mom) and I am not over it yet. Not a day goes by that I don’t think of them both. Love to Mrs Presser during this sad time.
Love Alway,
Elaine Deones
XOXOXOXOXOXOXO
Paul and Sue Ortiz says
We are so sorry for your loss – sending much love and prayers for this tough time.
Paul Jones says
I knew Chuck to be a kind and caring man with a great sense of humor and a wonderful family. My heart goes out to all of you. I know his love and companionship will be greatly missed.
Karin Bullian & Colin McLaughlin says
We are so sorry for your loss! Colin is very sad and will miss Grandpa Presser! Your family is in our thoughts in this time of sorrow and loss.