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Charles Raymond Ginnard

With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Charles Raymond Ginnard, resident of Hockessin, Delaware, age 75. Chuck was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather; he loved summers on Lake Michigan and found joy in the skies as an avid recreational pilot.

Chuck was born in Detroit, Michigan in 1947, the son of Catherine & Raymond Ginnard, and the second of eleven children. It was in Detroit that Chuck met Christine, his high school sweetheart. They began dating in 1964 and married in 1969, spending 53 loving years together.

In 1969, Chuck graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry from Wayne State University, and accepted employment as an Analytical Chemist with DuPont’s Central Research Department in Delaware. Throughout his 40-year career at DuPont, Chuck was regarded as a leader and supportive colleague. His ever-present safety-first mentality — and reminders to wear eye protection — will never be forgotten.

Chuck and Chris spent summers “Up North” in Suttons Bay, Michigan where they built their retirement cottage on the water; a getaway where they enjoyed beach bonfires, fishing, stargazing and time with family.

Chuck earned his recreational pilot’s license in 1973, logging many hours in Cessnas, navigating the world above the clouds. He was a long-standing member of the Aircraft Owner and Pilots Association (AOPA) and the Salem Aero Club, serving as the Salem Aero Club’s president and treasurer at different times during his 30+ years of involvement. He was a frequent volunteer and coach for the Delaware Science Olympiad and YMCA Adventure Guides, spending many hours with his children and nurturing a love for science.

Chuck is survived by his wife Chris; daughter Kelly; daughter Janet, and her husband Ben; son Matthew, and his wife Brooke; grandchildren Bennett, Carson, Rhys, Nia, Ramona, and Simon. He is preceded in death by his daughter Lynne Kathleen.

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Funeral Services

A memorial service will be held at St. Mary of the Assumption, 7200 Lancaster Pike Hockessin, DE 19707, on Tuesday February 7, 2023 at 11:00AM. Friends are invited to call upon the family beginning at 10:00AM. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation or The St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Condolences

    Karen Whittey writes,
    Dear Chris and extended family, Thinking of all of you at this time. Xo Karen
    02/04/2023 01:12 pm
    Marian Thurrell writes,
    We are so sorry for your loss and pray your wonderful memories sustain now and in the future. May he Rest In Peace.... Your neighbors on Holly Knoll... Marian Thurrell Bob Winslow Monica, Paul, Andrew Winslow
    02/05/2023 06:53 am
    Joseph M Andrisani writes,
    I am so sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. I worked with Chuck at the Experimental Station for many years and he was always a true professional, and gentleman. Chuck was extremely knowledgeable in the field of R&D Safety and always focused on keeping employees safe and healthy. My sincere condolences to the family - so sorry for your loss.
    02/05/2023 08:29 am
    Fred and Rosemarie Zdeb writes,
    Dear Chris and family. It was a fun time when Chuck and everybody else was doing the boxing up at Jay’s. We remember how much fun Chuck was having beating the heavy bag during our workouts. The only good thing is, if we did not have Parkinson we would have never met the both you. We love you and pray that Our Lord and Savior will bless you and draw you closer to Him. Rosemarie and Fred.
    02/05/2023 10:06 am
    Scott and Michelle Castle and family writes,
    We will miss Uncle Chuck greatly. He was a kind, gentle, and patient soul. We enjoyed the many long summer visits Up North, campfires, laughs and memories shared. Growing up, I have so many happy memories of Uncle Chuck taking all of us on boat rides to get ice cream in Omena, swimming at the sand bar ("leach beach"), and too many other special memories to name here. Later, we brought our children to your summer home to share some of those same memories with them. Uncle Chuck and Uncle Bob taught our Lilly how to catch pretend butterflies and our boys how to whistle through grass. It's the simple things that I now treasure the most. Our heartfilled condolences and love go out to Aunt Chris, Kelly, Janet, and Matthew and their families. Love and prayers, Michelle and family
    02/05/2023 03:42 pm
    Julie Maguire writes,
    Dear Chris, Kelly, Janet, and Matt, I have good memories of seeing your dad at Yorklyn Pool. He had a great smile. He introduced Vince to Indian Guides and Princesses, and was beyond generous taking Colleen to Michigan for 3 weeks one summer. May all the good times and memories sustain you as you grieve. Rest in Peace, Chuck. Julie Maguire
    02/05/2023 05:14 pm
    Anne & Joe Smigielski writes,
    Dear Chris & Family, Our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Chuck. He was an amazing man & we were fortunate to get to know both of you through the boxing classes at Neuro Fitness Therapy. We will always remember our days together with the group & how well we all bonded. You & Chuck will always be in our thoughts & prayers. Take care & God bless all of you. Love, Anne & Joe
    02/06/2023 08:56 am
    Jeff Lott writes,
    We got to know the Ginnard family through the Y-Guides. Chuck was a great leader among our group of families—a kindhearted and caring father whose love and sense of fun was felt by all the children. We also crossed paths on the baseball field at Piedmont and enjoyed being coaches and team parents. It’s sad to lose this great guy so soon.
    02/06/2023 09:18 am
    Pat Kotval Goranson writes,
    We are so sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. Many good memories. Praying for you and your family
    02/06/2023 06:53 pm
    Bob Pilarski writes,
    Chuck was a long time classmate and a very pleasant person to know at Sacred Heart School. Can only wish we could have remained in contact. Know of my sorrow for his family and prayers of memories. Bob Pilarski
    02/06/2023 06:57 pm
    Kerri and Larry Weyer writes,
    We are so sorry for your loss. Kelly always talked so fondly of her dad - about how smart he was, about all the wonderful times at your place on Lake Michigan and the long long road trips you took to get there! We hope these memories are a blessing as you remember a loving husband, father and grandfather. We are thinking about the Ginnard family and sending you all of our love. Sincerest Condolence, The Weyer Family
    02/07/2023 12:29 am
    Shekhar Subramoney writes,
    Heartfelt condolences to the Ginnard family on their loss. Chuck was above all a very genuine person who deeply cared for all of his employees at DuPont and took exceptional steps to learn so much (staying up through nights to man the beam line at Argonne National Labs). It was people like him that made DuPont such a great place to work. My very sincere condolences to the Ginnard family.
    02/10/2023 09:11 pm
    Larry Firment writes,
    Chuck was an extraordinary colleague during my time in DuPont. Smart and efficient, sure, but also a genuinely kind and warm friend. His fair-minded coaching of our diverse Ex Station softball league team stands out as a sign of the kind of manager he was. My deepest sympathy to the Ginnard family.
    02/21/2023 12:06 pm

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