July 20, 1958 – October 27, 2020
Charles “Charlie” James Greninger, 62, long time Saint Michael resident, passed away on October 27, 2020 in Otsego unexpectedly from a heart attack.
Chuck was born in Princeton, MN to Donald and Phyllis on July 20, 1958. He attended school in Monticello, where he met and married his high school sweetheart Sandra Buschel on August 12, 1978 at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Monticello. After marriage, Chuck and Sandy moved to Texas where he worked iron (“like a real man”) and they started a family.
In 1992, they relocated their family back to Minnesota and after a short time he started working with his brother on the family farm. Eventually, they started Greninger Trucking which still allowed him to crop farm, which was something he loved.
In fall of 2018, he was diagnosed with ALS and decided to retire from trucking; although he continued to squeeze in tractor time. He used his time in retirement to travel with his wife, seeing Alaska, Grand Canyon and other bucket list places, and spending time with his kids and grandkids. Being a Papa brought out a “softer side” in him, a side his children jokingly wish they saw growing up when he was putting them to work.
Charles is preceded in death by his father Donald Greninger and brother Leo Greninger.
Charles is survived by wife Sandra, children Bob (Samantha) Shoup, Chelsea (Bray) Wheeler, Lacy Greninger, and Max (Ashley) Greninger. Grandchildren Landon, Decatur, Emilie, Jaxson, Connor, Cullen, Jojo, Aayla, Teddy and Molly (“the DA”). Along with his mother, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Chuck Greninger will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 2nd at The Saint Michael Catholic Church in St. Michael, MN. Father Joe Zabinski will be the Celebrant. Interment will follow at The St. Albert’s Cemetery in Albertville, MN.
A Visitation will be held Sunday, November 1st 4-8:00 p.m. at The Peterson Chapel St. Michael-Albertville Funeral Home. Further visitation will be held on Monday morning, November 2nd one hour prior to Mass at the church.
Pallbearers will be his brothers Russ Greninger, Neil Greninger, Tim Greninger, Gene Greninger, Matt Greninger and friend Dennis Bender.
Due to COVID-19 guidelines, we ask that all attendees abide by social distancing regulations and practice safe precautions by wearing a mask if planning to attend the visitation and/or service.
My deepest sympathy to the family. I think back to growing up with Chuck, your wedding, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you and may the Lord hold him in the palm of his hand.
My sympathies to Sandy, and family! Prayers for peace and healing during this difficult and sad time!
My sympathies to Sandy and family! Prayers for peace and healing during this difficult and sad time!
Sandy, please know that you and your family are in our prayers during this time. Treasure your memories as they are a gift from God that no one can take away.
Rhonda Robison (dear friend of Nancy’s)
Sandy and family, Chuck was a special, comical, fun to visit with kind of guy. Our visit about a month ago was very enjoyable. Talking about his garden that he was proud of. We will surely miss him. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all. May God welcome Chuck with his love and also send you comfort,love and to Bless You with his faith and hope.
God bless, Gary and LuAnn
Sandy I’m so sorry for the huge loss that Chucks passing will create in your family! I’m sorry I can’t attend the funeral but if there is ever anything I can do to help you or your family please don’t hesitate to ask!!
Praying for you!!
Love Chuck
My sympathy to Phyllis, his mom, and to the rest of the family. I didn’t know this good looking guy but played cards with his mom and aunt Muriel, and sure enjoyed being with them both. It’s hard losing a son or daughter as I know what that is like. May God be with all of you especially now.
Sending much much love to my dearest Sandra and everyone.
You are all in my heart today and always.
Love
Philippe
My most sincere condolences to Phyllis, Russ, Neil, Tim, Gene, Matt, Joan. Much love to you all.
Dear Sandy and family, I am so sorry for your very hard loss. I had no idea until I read your reply on my Facebook page last night. It’s soo hard. I’ve been through it twice. Also losing your mom and dad you are very familiar with it. You’ve been through a lot. Please accept my sincere sympathies and call me sometime when you have a chance. I don’t have your address so if you want to email it to me at mayflowerwoman@gmail.com that would be good. Take care and God Bless! Love Carol Oveson