Charles Lawrence Wasem III, 71, of Swansea, IL, born Tuesday, October 23, 1951, in Belleville, IL, passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at his residence in Swansea, IL.
Charlie was the owner of G & S Foundry in Red Bud, IL. He enjoyed golfing, woodworking, scuba diving and flying his own plane.
He was preceded in death by his:
- Parents: Charles Lawrence and Marian, nee Straubinger, Wasem Jr.
Surviving are his:
- Wife: Fonda R., nee Williams, Wasem of Swansea, IL
- Daughter: Katherine Wasem of St. Louis, MO
- Son: David (May Seto) Wasem of Oakland, CA
- Sister: Patricia Wasem of Belleville, IL
- Grandson: Cal Henry Wasem
- Step-children
- Natalie Rodriguez of Swansea, IL
- Nicholas (Kyla) Rodriguez of Swansea, IL
- Step grandchildren
- Sienna Rodriguez
- Pippa Rodriguez
- Penelope Rodriguez
- Page Rodriguez
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the ALS Association, https://www.als.org/
Funeral: Private Family Services.
4 Comments To "Charles Lawrence Wasem III"
#1 Comment By Lynette Schanuel On July 7, 2023 @ 7:42 am
Dear Fonda and family- I am very sorry for your loss. Charlie will be greatly missed. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Lots of love,
Scott and Lynette Schanuel
#2 Comment By Toni And Dennis Dahm On July 7, 2023 @ 8:41 am
Dave Mae Katie and family. I was sadden to hear of Charlie’s passing. We didn’t part on good terms – but over the years we all mellow. He was a good boss (most of the time 😊) he taught me a lot. He let me fly his plane – which I will never ever forget!!! The trip to Hawaii – Den and I still talk about. He had a kind heart ( which at times he didn’t let people see). Please know that Den and I are sending our thoughts and prayer to all of the Wasem family. 💕🙏
#3 Comment By Donna Dungan On July 8, 2023 @ 1:42 pm
Deepest sympathy, Kate and family. RIP Charlie.
#4 Comment By Dave Kroeter On July 11, 2023 @ 8:51 am
So sorry to find out about Charlies’ passing. We became friends at UMR while studying metallurgical engineering and upon graduation from UMR we both went to work for Caterpillar. We were in each others wedding parties. Over time, as life happened, we lost touch with each other. I hope that you now at peace my friend.