Click Funeral Home & Cremations - Tellico Village Chapel
Charles William Beachler, age 78, of Loudon, died peacefully Thursday, February 15, 2024 at home surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Marjorie, his parents Charles M. and Mabel Beachler, sister-in-law, Barbara Teaster and brother-in-law, Homer Ferguson.
A compassionate husband, brother, father, uncle and grandfather, he is survived by his daughter, Debbie Kennedy (Eddie), grandchildren, Jessica Blevens (Kyle) and Lyndon Kennedy, sister, Cinde Bellamy (Rod), brother-in-laws, Ken and Pete Ferguson, nieces, Autumn Lamb (Chris) and Ann Dodson (David), nephews, Bob Nancarrow, Ron Bellamy (Katie) and Mike Ferguson (Cathy), and several additional loving relatives.
Chip was born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada and grew up in Sarasota, Florida. In high school, he participated in football, swimming, the orchestra and circus. After graduating, he enlisted in the Marines serving his country proudly as a decorated Seargent for four years and in Vietnam. Following his honorable discharge, he returned to school, graduated from East Tennessee State University and began a career with TVA in Knoxville. He worked as a Manager in the areas of Engineering Design, Environmental Systems and Information Services until retiring in 1997.
Beyond his professional career, Chip had many passions. He was an amazing artist, sculptor and wood worker. He could fix anything and was called on to do so by family and friends alike. He designed his own home and acted as his own general contractor. He also enjoyed sailing, playing the guitar, traveling and trying new restaurants. His free spirit, gentle soul and tremendous heart will be missed by many. We will always treasure his inspiring resilience and "Chipper" sense of humor.
A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Click Funeral Home & Cremations Tellico Village Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to UT Hospice Services, Hospice Promise Foundation, 4435 Valley View Dr, Suite 104, Knoxville, TN 37917.
Click Funeral Home & Cremations - Tellico Village Chapel is serving the family of Charles Beachler. www.clickfuneralhome.com
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