Charles “Chuck” Thurow of Oconomowoc passed away peacefully on Friday, May 19, 2023 at the age of 86.

Chuck was born on July 2, 1936. Son of Herman and Alma Thurow. Survived by his children Debbie O’Driscoll of Sullivan, WI, Rory (Dawn) Thurow of Ixonia, WI, Steve (Lori) Thurow of Merritt Island, Florida, Lisa (Scott) Laurion of Horicon, WI, Jolise (Matt) Macina in Wisconsin Dells, WI; 10 grandchildren Kelly, Paul, Joshua, Chad, Sean, Kahla, Sarah, Kris, Cameron, and Kyle; 12 great grandchildren Sawyer, Tatum, Kenadie, Colten, Lydia, Hannah, Kayleen, Lola, Elijah, Alice, Bear, and Blue.

Chuck was an outdoorsman and exercise enthusiast. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, raising animals, biking, swimming, and running. He also had a love for old cars, especially his 1972 El Camino and his Dodge Little Red Express Truck.

He is preceded in death by his siblings Gordon Thurow, Gerald Thurow, Ronald “Ronny” Thurow, and Linda Koontz.

The family of Charles would like to thank all of the nursing and hospice staff at Marquardt for taking such good care of their dad for the duration of his stay. A special thank you to Marshall for going above and beyond for the care of their dad.

Visitation will be held from 11 AM until the time of Memorial Service at 1 PM on Saturday, June 17, 2023 at Schmidt and Bartelt Funeral Home, 121 S Cross St, Oconomowoc. Memorials to St. Paul’s Food Pantry in Oconomowoc are appreciated.