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Charles (Chuck) Means Jr., 73, passed away at home on April 30, 2024. He was born on June 30, 1950, in Wheeling, the son of Charles and Sarah K. (Smith) Means, Sr.
In addition to his parents, Chuck was preceded in death by his brother Robert E. Means.
Chuck is survived by his sister, Crystal Lee Huff; several nephews and nieces; and two great nephews. He also leaves behind his lifelong friends and golf partners, Edward H. Stein and Major David Botizan, as well as his beloved dog, Mr. Oswald.
Chuck graduated from Wheeling High School in 1968. He was a standout athlete lettering in five sports. He attended Glenville State College on a football scholarship and also served honorably in the United State Air Force.
As for Chuck's professional career, he worked at the U.S. Postal Service; he also served as a Vice President at Steel Valley Bank, and finally, he ended his career as an Adult Program Coordinator at Multi-Cap, Inc.
Chuck was very passionate about baseball and spent many years as a baseball umpire and served as a Vice President of the Ohio Valley Board of Approved Umpires. He was an avid fan of WVU Athletics and the Pittsburgh Pirates.
According to Chuck's wishes, there will be no services, but anyone wishing to make a memorial donation in his honor may do so to "Make a Wish Foundation – Wheeling" in C/O www.tmcfunding.com.
Memories and condolences may be offered to the family at www.carechapel.com.