HILLMAN – Charles Burton Tetrick, age 85, of Hillman, died Thursday, December 30, 2021, at the Pierz Villa in Pierz. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.
Charles Tetrick, son of Wilbur and Emma (Zimmerli) Tetrick, was born on August 18, 1936, in Redwood Falls, Minnesota. He graduated from Lamberton High School in 1955 and started farming.
Charles married Dawn Ware on November 16, 1963 in Lamberton, MN. Charles and Dawn enjoyed 58 years together farming and raising a family of four children. Charles encouraged his family to have a life full of experiences such as participating in church, school, 4-H, FFA, and community events. Throughout his life, he ensured his family continued to grow in their faith.
Charles“Chuck” was known for endless hours of conversations. Chuck was always willing to help family, friends and acquaintances in the community. He was at his best when he was either tending to his critters or his garden. He was an avid high school sports fan and jumped at any opportunity to cheer on his family. He looked forward to spending time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who meant the world to him. May he always be remembered for his deep faith in the Lord, being involved with his church, talking about beef cattle, sharing the fruits of his gardens, cutting up fruit and cheese, and helping those in need.
Charles was a caring man with a giving spirit. Even in his passing, Charles has chosen to help others by participating in the University of Minnesota Anatomy Bequest Program, which supports high quality education for future health professionals and continued advancements in medical care through research. Charles is survived by his wife, Dawn (Ware) of 58 years and 4 children:
Charles is survived by his wife, Dawn (Ware) of 58 years and 4 children: Tamme (Jim) Bell of Inver Grove Heights; Roxanne (David) Welle of Pierz; Tate (Kathi) Tetrick of Pierz; Justin (Tammy) Tetrick of Clearwater; grandchildren: Amy, Lance, Lindsay, Adrian, Lisa, Brittnee, Aric, Tanner, Derek, Anna, Tianna, Isaac, Tristan, Levi; great grandchildren: Blaine, Brianna, Grace, Ben, Henry, Claire, McKenna, Charles, Declan, Kyrin, Scott, Adalyn, Carter, Steevie, Sloane, one on the way; one brother: Dewey (Betsy) Tetrick of Canby; sister-in-laws Marguerite Tetrick of Redwood Falls, Nancy Tetrick of Aitkin, Audrey Tetrick of Las Cruces, NM, and many nieces and nephews. Charles was preceded in death by his parents Wilbur and Emma; three brothers: Russell, Kenneth and Roger; sisters: Lucille Haas, Merlie Ann McDougal and infant sister Priscilla Tetrick and grandson Scott Bell.
Blessed be his memory.