Chuck passed away on Feb. 11, 2015 at age 78. Chuck came to Portland when he was very young. He graduated from Jefferson High School. Chuck service in the US Air Force. He was married to Rose Marie Paice in Portland, they later divorced. Chuck worked in various jobs throughout his life and retired from the Oregonian in 1998. He is survived by wife, Marypat Wear; Children: Richard, Charles, Jr., Mike, Bill, Tina and Patty Wear; 12 Grandchildren and 4 Grandchildren. A memorial gathering will be held on Friday, Feb. 20th at 10:30 AM at Hustad Funeral Home Chapel. Inurnment will be private.