Charles ''Chuck'' Galian

Galian, Charles ''Chuck'' Died peacefully February 23, 2008 at age 86. He was preceded in death by Connie, his beloved wife of 61 years. He leaves behind his devoted son and daughter-in-law Chuck and Polly Galian and loving daughter Sandra Greuel; grandchildren Christian (Laura Kusumoto) Greuel, Chuck (Wendy) Galian, Adam Greuel, Noel (Todd) Ringe, Troy Greuel; great-grandchildren Samantha Jean Galian and Treyvon and Keshawn Currie; sisters Frances Driscoll, Mabel (Lamar) Johnson, Lila and brother Joseph (Lydia) Galian, Jr.; sister-in-laws Pearl Blanchette, Daphne (Harry) Hope and June (George) Richer. Also preceding him in death were his parents Joseph and Barbara Galian; stepmother Bertha Galian and sisters Anne, Helen and Violet. During WWII, Chuck served in the US Army Air Force on the ground crew for the 91st Bomb Group of the 323rd Bomb Squadron. As an electrician he repaired B-17 ''Flying Fortress'' bombers. While stationed in Bassingbourn, England, he met the love of his life Connie at a USO dance. They married in London on Connie's birthday-July 8, 1944. Chuck was a lifelong Milwaukee resident and worked at WI Bell for over 30 years. He enjoyed designing and constructing model airplanes, creative writing and cooking. Chuck will be remembered by all for his love of joke telling and sharing old stories with family and friends. The family thanks the staff of Clement Manor for their years of care and concern for the Galian Family. Also, the family is eternally grateful for Pastor Martin Schulz's frequent visits and reaffirming of Chuck's faith. Funeral Service Wednesday, 10:30 AM at the MAX A. SASS & SONS GREENRIDGE CHAPEL. Private Interment Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church Building Fund or the Alzheimers Association appreciated. Blessed is the man who makes the Lord his trust. (Psalm 40:4)