Charles “Chuck” Jandl, of Jordan, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2020 at the age of 86.
Private Family Services will be held at this time with a Celebration of Life Memorial Gathering for family and friends at a later date. Mass of Christian Burial will be streamed live from St. John the Baptist Catholic Church on Friday, March 27, 2020 at 11:00 AM (St. John’s Streaming). Father Neil Bakker will preside, and Chuck’s children will act as pallbearers. Chuck will be laid to rest at Calvary Cemetery in Jordan.
Charles Lawrence Jandl was born on April 9, 1933 to Walter & Martha (Domeier) Jandl. Charles was one of eight children and was raised on a farm in Tracy. As a boy, he learned the importance of hard work, doing chores with his parents and siblings.
After graduating from Tracy High School, Charles was drafted into the United States Armed Forces and proudly served in the Army during the Korean Conflict. Chuck served for four years before being honorably discharged.
When Charles returned from the war, his sister Dee introduced him to Frances (“Fran”) Loke, also from Tracy. Fran was outgoing – the opposite of Charles’ reserved and shy demeanor. Chuck and Fran complimented each other nicely, and their love blossomed. They exchanged wedding vows on August 5, 1961 and were blessed with six children. In their younger years, Chuck and Fran attended dances at the Gibbon Dance Hall. They eventually settled on a beautiful piece of land outside of Jordan to raise their family.
As a family, they enjoyed the simple things in life, planting and harvesting the large garden. He taught the importance of being kind, working hard and having strong faith.
By trade, Chuck was a carpenter, and worked many years for Vanman Construction, then went out on his own. Charles was a hard worker and was always willing to help someone in need. He would always joke that he was a “jack of all trades… master of none” but he truly was a talented woodworker and skilled carpenter. His attention to detail and low hourly rate kept customers calling, making him very busy into his early 80s.
When Charles wasn’t working, he enjoyed watching TV and tinkering in his woodshop. He happily committed his time to St. Johns and The Knights of Columbus over many years. As his children started families of their own, Chuck filled more of his time being a Grandpa. Sundays were his favorite day of the week when most of the family gathered for a day of visiting and dinner.
Charles was a humble man. He will be remembered always by his loving children, Nancy Weckman, Kim Ihle, Cinda (Dan) Smith, Laura (Tyler) DeGree, Colby (Lindsay) Jandl; grandchildren, Aaron, Dana (Will), Ryan (Esa), Brionna, Andy (Sarah), Alex, Austin, Adrienne, Rachel, Stephanie (Jason), Will, Karissa, Addison, Charlie; many great-grandchildren; brothers, Jim (Darlene) Jandl and Bob (Kris) Jandl. Chuck was greeted in Heaven by his wife, Fran; daughter, Nicole Goldman; sisters, Lois, Lucille, Dee, Shirley and Mary.
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Mike Kahn
Colby, Mary and I would like to express our sympathy to you and your sisters. We are sorry to hear of Chuck’s passing. He was the best neighbor a person could have.
JoAnn Wolf
Dear Colby,Lindsey,and family, We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your Father and Grandfather.
We pray your many memories will offer you comfort and peace.
Love and prayers,Kent and JoAnn
LouAnn Thomas
Cinda, Colby and families
So sorry to hear of your loss. May God’s guiding hand bring you comfort.
Prayers for all of you during this difficult time.
LouAnn & Dave Thomas
Deb DeGree
To all of the Jandl family,
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jerry Langsweirdt
Sorry to hear this news……You were all fortunate to have this fine person as your dad, grandfather, et. al. I truly enjoyed chatting with him…in his later years in the aisles at the store….and for many years at the Bloodmobile….He was one of our most loyal donors. Thinking of you !!
Gil Hartmann
My deepest sympathy to the Jandl family.
Charlie was one of the kindest, and Hardest working men I ever met, and had the privilege of working with
for a short period of time.
Mr Mrs Glover
Charles always welcomed us into his home with a smile and kindness. God bless you and RIP. Sleeves are for nerds.
Kara Breeggemann
Nancy, Kim, Cinda, Laura and Colby:
Your dad was one of the hardest working men I know. His quiet demeanor, big smile and his humility made him SO likeable. Growing up next to your family, especially our CJ, made for some great memories. One thing anyone knew talking to your dad- you kids and grandkids were the pride and joy of his life. Driving past his house on Sundays, I knew there’d be a huge gathering, eating well and playing cards! Thinking of you as you say goodbye to a truly special man, neighbor and dad/grandpa. Much love to all of you!
Kara
Gary Weckman
I am having a difficult time putting into words how I felt about this great man. If everyone lived their life as he did the world would be a thousand times better. God bless his family in this difficult time
Jerry. Thissen
Jerry Thissen March. 25 2020 @. 7:40 pm. I am so sorry to hear of chuck’s passing. Every Thursday morning @ midnight when I would pull into the church parking lot and see chuck’s van in the parking lot I would feel so good. I thought this day would never come. He always seemed so strong. I always really enjoyed our chat. I will always remember him. To the whole Jandl family, you have my deepest sympathy. Cinda, would you please let me know about the funeral arrangements? Yours Truly. Jerry Thissen
Robin Yahnke-Claassen
I’m sad for all of you. It’s so hard to say goodbye to our people. I have so many fond memories with all of you. What I remember about Chuck is he was so kind and always there to lend a helping hand.
My deepest sympathy!
God Bless
Robin Yahnke-Claassen
Barbe Castjohn
Hey Kimmer, we just wanted to say so sorry for your loss and keeping you and Brionna in our thoughts and prayers at this time. If there anything you you guys need, please do not hesitate to reach out in this crazy time. I’m so sorry I can’t be by your right now to hold your hand and give you a huge hug!
Sincerely, Barbe & Deron, Diane, family
Mary (Hupf) Nelson
Chuck was one of my favorite people. He was always kind. I am so blessed to have known him. My sympathy to all of you.