- Date Of Birth: December 6, 1927
- Date Of Death: June 7, 2020
- State: Idaho
Charles A. Wilkes, Sr (Chuck) was born December 6, 1927 at the home of his parents, Truman and Artie (Smith) Wilkes, in Hazelton, Idaho. After “fighting the good fight”, “finishing the race”, and “keeping the faith”, he entered his eternal reward, June 7, 2020, at Nampa, Idaho.
At the age of three, Chuck and his family moved to Jerome, Idaho where he and his five siblings attended and graduated from Jerome High School (Go Tigers!). After graduating in 1946, he farmed with his father until 1949—when he felt a divine call to Pastoral Ministry. He left Jerome and moved to Nampa to attend Northwest Nazarene College (now University).
During his first year at NNU, he met a pretty, young lady, Lois Beech.
In 1998, Chuck and Lois retired to Nampa where he found new inspiration in volunteering. He was instrumental in creating and leading the NNU Volunteers—serving the campus community with countless hours of hands-on work, helping beautify the campus and serving as ushers and greeters for campus events.
He was also involved in the creation of Trinity Pines Camp and Conference Center at Cascade, Idaho. He served on the Development Committee for ten years.
Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, his three brothers, William, Robert, and T.J., Jr; his two sisters, Margaret and Patrycia; and his great-grandson, Blake Evans. He is survived by his wife, Lois; sons, Charles, Jr (Mitzi) Wilkes, and Michael (Sara) Wilkes; daughters, Cami Wilkes and Brenda Wilkes. He is also survived by four granddaughters: Kenzi (Bill) Judge, Dr. Jadyn (Dr. Ryan) Evans, Kaylee Wilkes, and Hannah Wilkes. He is also survived by three great-grandchildren, Jozi Judge, Landon Evans, and Cody Evans.
The family would like to especially thank Signature Hospice for their exceptional care and guidance during Chuck’s last few weeks.
