Charles M. “Duke” Straka

Charles M. “Duke” Straka, age 77, of Adams, Wisconsin passed away Thursday, May 25, 2017, at his home.

Memorial services will be 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 1, 2017, at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Rev. Bob will officiate. Visitation will be 5:00 until the time of service on Thursday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home.

Charles was born July 26, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois to Otto and Gloria Straka.

He married Alice Gasper on August 8, 1959, in Chicago, Illinois.

Charles was employed at Swift & Co. in Chicago for 10 years and at Grande Cheese in Friendship for over 25 years.

He enjoyed his dogs, bowling, golfing, working in his garden, and spending time on his computer. His very favorite thing in life was Sunday dinners with his family.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Otto & Gloria Straka.

Survivors:
Wife: Alice Straka of Adams, Wisconsin
Son: Charles Straka of Adams, Wisconsin
Son: James Straka of Friendship, Wisconsin
Daughter: Denise Straka of Friendship, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Heather (Colton Peterson) Straka of North Carolina
Granddaughter: Emily Straka of Friendship, Wisconsin

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  1. Curt and Michelle Pollex says:

    Y’all have been in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort your hearts and mind. Cherish the memories. God bless~✝

  2. Albert Steele says:

    Alice, Chuck, Jim, and Family. Sorry to hear the news about “Duke” passing. He was a good man.

  3. Darcie Stammen says:

    Alice, so sorry for your loss. I pray you find comfort in the loving arms of our Lord.

  4. Lennard Wilson says:

    I am so very sorry to hear of Charles’ passing. He was really a great guy, and I so enjoyed working with him. Sending heartfelt condolences to all of you, and prayers for comfort during this time of loss.

  5. Tammy Ryan says:

    Alice, Chuck, Jim and family, so sorry for your loss. Prayers and hugs to you

  6. Mike Brogan says:

    My condolences to the Straka family.

  7. Angie Fuller says:

    Chuck was a really neat guy and I am sorry I did not have longer to know him better. Thank you for allowing us to be part of his health care team with TMH Palliative Care, Alice. My sincere condolences to you and your family at this tough time.

  8. Jan and Ed Szczesny says:

    Dear Alice,Chuck Jim and families,So sorry for your loss ,We have many happy memories We pray that God keeps you all close.

  9. Jan and Ed Szczesny says:

    Dear Alice,Chuck,Jim and families, We are so sorry for your loss,we have so many happy memories .May God keep youall close.

  10. Jan and Ed Szczesny says:

    Dear Alice,Chuck,Jim and families, We are so sorry for your loss.We have so many happy memories.May God hold you all close.

  11. Karen Sweet Sipla says:

    My deepest sympathy for you and your family. May The Lord comfort you in this time of need

  12. Janice Foley says:

    Deepest Sympathy to your family on the loss of Duke.

  13. Chuck & Barb (Larson) Dehmlow says:

    To Chuck, Jim and family, So sorry for your loss. Hold each other close and share all the memories. May God comfort you and keep you in his tender care at this most difficult time.

  14. Joan Danowski Zeglin says:

    So sorry , Alice, Chuck, Jimmy and family. My prayers and thoughts are with you along with wonderful Chicago memories. Love to you.

  15. From Rog and Ellen Chambers. says:

    Alice, we were so sorry to hear.. Our sincere sympath to you and family!!

  16. Len Gasper says:

    Uncle Duke, you will be missed greatly by Aunt Alice, Chuck, Jim & Denise, Heather and Emily, as well as all your nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews in the Chicago area. You always had a funny quip in any situation. You will. E missed!

  17. Sandy Rogers says:

    Alice – So sorry to hear of your loss. Hang on to all the good memories and lean on your family and friends for help. May God give you strength an understanding.

  18. Len Hamman says:

    Chuck, Jim, and Family,
    My condolences on your loss.

  19. Cindy Babcock says:

    Sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.

  20. Kim Peterson says:

    So sorry for your loss Straka Family. May you all find peace and comfort in your memories with him. Love to all, from the Peterson family.

  21. Stan Little says:

    Sorry to hear that Chuck has passed. I was privileged to work with him for a number years at Grande. I always enjoyed listening to the stories of his early years growing up in Chicago, and his “colorful” opinions of events at the plant. Farewell Chuck, you are missed.

  22. JoLynn Bakovka says:

    Alice and family,

    I am so very sorry to hear of Chuck’s passing. What a tramendous loss.I work wi th him for many years. I loved his laugh and with. I will miss him!

  23. Ed & Sandy Berger says:

    I was saddened to hear of your loss. Chuck was not only a co worker but a Great Friend. Memories of love and friendship are treasures to carry with you always. Our condolences to your Alice and family.

  24. Judy Bieri says:

    Alice so sorry for your loss. Remember all the good times from past years.

  25. Shelly Kierstyn says:

    So sorry to the whole Straka family! I worked with Chuck many years and he will be sadly missed.Loved his Christmas display every year. He was one tough, loveable cookie. Hugs and prayers.

  26. Debbi and Nick Segina says:

    We’re so sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace to you all.

  27. Stacey Hamman says:

    Alice,Chuck, Jim, So sorry to hear of Duke’s passing. My thoughts and prayers in this tome of grieving.
    Stacey

  28. Kathleen Challoner says:

    So sorry for your loss Alice. My prayers are with you.

  29. Lavonne Scott says:

    So sorry. Too soon. My sympathy to all the Straka

  30. Lavonne Scott says:

    So sorry. Too soon. My sympathy to all.

  31. Valerie Mecklenurg-Holland says:

    Oh my! So very sorry..i have no words. My God hold you close these next few days and comfort your entire family. Blessings, hugs & prayers.

  32. Kris Blakeley says:

    Thoughts and prayers to all..Alice,Jim,Denise,Heather and Emily

  33. Fred Renner says:

    Sorry Jimmy,Denise and family you have our deepest sympathy Freddy,Debbie,Hunter and Ryan Renner?

  34. Deb Bourke (Niebauer) says:

    Alice, Jim, Chuck and family,
    I’m so sorry for your loss. We use to see him walking his dogs all the time. Hugs to all of you.?

  35. Jackie Lecy says:

    Jim & Denise, So sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers & thoughts are with you & your family in the coming days.

  36. Peg and Loren Lecy says:

    So sorry on your loss. May
    God family and friends comfort you