It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Charles Raymond “Chuck” Boutland, on Wednesday August 15, 2012.
Chuck is survived by his wife Kathy, his children Katherine (Scott), David (Gabby) and Jennifer, his grandsons Chase, Quinton and Cooper, his mother Wilma, and sister Debbie, as well as an endless amount of dear friends. Chuck was predeceased by his father Charlie.
Chuck was born in Vulcan, Alberta on January 6, 1950. After finishing high school, Chuck met the love of his life Kathy and they moved to Calgary. Shortly after, Chuck joined the Calgary City Police Department and was employed there for 5 years. Then they decided to move back to Vulcan to raise a family and enter the family business. Chuck ran the Vulcan IGA for the next 20 years, with a brief 3 year stint trying his hand at ranching. In 1997, Chuck opened an IGA in High River, and for the rest of his life was happy to call High River his home. Chuck retired from the grocery business in 2010 and soon after was voted on to the High River town council. Chuck poured his heart and soul into everything he did, and was a valued member of every community he was a part of.
The two greatest passions in life were his family and fishing. In his younger days, Chuck would be out fishing with Charlie nearly every weekend. In recent summers, you would find Chuck on his boat in Big Fork, Montana with his 3 grandsons and smile on his face. In his earlier years, Chuck also enjoyed golfing, curling and hunting. Chuck was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, everything he did was with his family in mind.
Celebration of Life service was held Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at 2:00 pm at the Highwood Memorial Centre, 128-5 Ave. SW, High River, with Pastor Brett Annable officiating.
Private family inurnment Vulcan Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Town of High River Field House Complex Project, a project Chuck was very passionate about.
Arrangements in care of Vulcan Funeral Home. Telephone 1-403-485-2633. E-mail condolences through www.vulcanfuneralhome.ca
Condolence to you and your family. Chuck and I corresponded regarding his family tree some years ago and again recently. Sorry to hear the news.
My condolences to Kathy and family during this time. My prayers are with you all. Chuck was in my Calgary Police recruit class and I have fond memories of his smile and positive outlook in life and on the job. A genuine gentlemen.
Dear Cathy and family.It was with true sadness that we heard of Chucks passing.Our sincere condolences to you and all your family.Our thought and prayers our with you all Shannon& Scott Fitzgerald
Our community was a better place having Chuck and the Boutland family in it. Our thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you.
Kathy and family – We are so sorry to hear of Chuck’s passing. What a great guy he was. We hope your many incredible memories of Chuck will help you through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bruce & Deb
I briefly worked with Chuck on the Calgary Police Service. He was a gentleman and a gentle man. Thinking of those times still brings a smile to my face. My condolences to Kathy and family.
Kathy,
We want to give you and your family our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Chuck. Our thoughts are with you.
Kathy – please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of your husband.
Chuck was a very special man. During the coming months if you ever need someone “different” to talk to please call me – I truly know what you are going through. Kaye Cherneski
Katherine, my deepest condolence to you and your family. My prayers are with you.
Cristina Borras
To the whole Boutland family I send my deepest sympathy. I have considered Chuck a friend since we joined the Calgary Police together back in early 70’s. The greatest smile ever!!
Dear Kathy and Family:
My deepest sympathies to you all. I know Chuck will be severely missed by you all. My thoughts and prayers are will you at this stressful, grieving time.
Sincerely, Janet
Cathy: Trynette and I want to extedn our condolences to you and your entire family. You have sufferred an extereme loss, and a very unexpected one. We’ve really only known Chuck as a Council colleage but rapidly began to recognize his business background, his no nonsense and very practical steps in decision making and of course his sense of humour. Our prayers are with you and your family Cathy.
Kathy, Very sad news. You and Chuck are always my shining example of a true love story. May all your memories bring you comfort. Please accept my sincere condolences to you and all your family.
Love always, Willy
Kathy And Boutland Family, we will miss Chuck’s friendly smile. Gerry and I were remembering so good and funny times about Chuck and school at County Central in Vulcan. It was so neat when you and your family moved to High River to start the new IGA store here. We shared a love of High River and Vulcan. Chuck will be missed by family, friends and the citizens our two communities. Rest in Peace our Friend.
Kathy And Boutland Family, we will miss Chuck’s friendly smile. Gerry and I were remembering so good and funny times about Chuck and school at County Central in Vulcan. It was so neat when you and your family moved to High River to start the new IGA store here. We shared a love of High River and Vulcan. Chuck will be missed by family, friends and the citizens our two communities. Rest in Peace our Friend.
Kathy, Katherine, David and family. Our deepest sympathies. To say the least we are in shock. Our memories of Chuck will always bring a smile. Our love to each one.
As Ever
Connie & Ward, Leslie & Rod, and Darrel.
Chuck will be missed by all, he was a very kind man. I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to the Boutland family during this time. May your heart be filled with all the wonderful memories Chuck brought to you:)
My deepest condolances to Mr. Boutland’s family, friends and colleagues. He will be missed but never forgotten for the great things he accomplished.
Chuck was a friend to my family and I had the pleasure of working with him through Council. I have fond memories of his friendly smile, his humor and enjoyed hearing stories about his grand kids. My deepest sympathies to his family. Chuck was a very genuine and kind man.
My heart is heavy and in shock, I will miss chuck so very much and I know that is only a grain of salt compared to your ocean of hurt. If I can be of any help please call. our prayers will be with you.