Charles Brauchler

Charles Brauchler passed away Sunday afternoon, November 21, 2021, and was joined by his beloved wife, Marjorie Brauchler, just two short days later on November 23, 2021. They were both 96 years old. Never wanting to be apart, some bonds are not able to be broken and the marriage of these two souls was a shining example of unconditional, true love that lasted a lifetime.

Charlie met Marge Butt on a blind date and knew they were meant to be together. Just one year later, they were married and spent over 73 wonderful years together, creating an amazing life and lovingly raising their three children. They were faithful members of the Apostolic Christian Church on Middle Bellville Road. For both of them, spending time with their family was most important and they relished every moment. Their lives are a brilliant legacy of love that will forever be treasured.

They are survived by their three children, Donna (Hank) Neider and twins, David (Anna) Brauchler and Debra Balok; six grandchildren, Erin (Lisa) Neider, Stephanie Whitaker, Heather (Kevin) Haring, Justin (Michelle) Brauchler, Jason (Jena) Balok, and Jennifer (Matt) Abrams; and fifteen great-grandchildren. They were preceded in death by a grandson, Timothy Brauchler; and a great-grandson.

Charlie was born November 10, 1925, in Mansfield, Ohio, to the late Margaret (Weiss) and John Brauchler. He enlisted in the US Marine Corps at the age of 17, during WWII and served his last two years in the South Pacific with the 2nd Marine Division. Charlie was a self-employed plumbing contractor for many years. Hunting, fishing, and collecting stamps were favorite hobbies. He was a regular blood donor with the American Red Cross, donating over 15 gallons.

Charlie is also survived by a brother, Robert Brauchler. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, John, Pete, Louie and Karl Brauchler; and six sisters, Elizabeth Procker, Anna Baer, Katherine Schmidt, Margaret Kirk, Julia Brauchler and Katie Brauchler.

The family will receive friends from 10:00-11:30 a.m. on Monday, November 29, 2021, at the Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, 98 S. Diamond St., Mansfield. The funeral service officiated by Eric Weingartner will immediately follow at 11:30 a.m. Charlie and Marge will be laid to rest in Mansfield Cemetery with military honors presented by the Bellville American Legion. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Apostolic Christian Church, 1332 Middle Bellville Road, Mansfield, OH 44904.

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