Charles "Chuck" Asche

Charles M. “Chuck” Asche, 93, Grand Forks, ND, passed away Monday, June 24, 2019 at Valley Memorial Home Woodside Village.

Charles Melvin Asche was born to Evert and Tetkea (Caspers) Asche on August 23, 1925 in rural Clara County, MN. The family moved into Clara City when he was three years old. He was a member of the Bethany Reformed Church. Charles, or “Chuck” attended the Clara City Public School from grade one through grade twelve. While In high school he had many close friends and his class was a close-knit fun one. He was in Class plays, sang in the choir, and played sports that were offered, mainly football where he was injured at the beginning of his senior year and unable to play. He graduated in June of 1943. He then enlisted in the United States Army Air Corps and received his Silver Wings on April 15, 1945. He served state side until he was discharged November of 1946.

Charles married Elsie Gilderhus August 20, 1960 in Larimore, ND and went on to live the rest of their lives in Grand Forks.

Chuck and Elsie taught elementary school in Grand Forks until they retired. Chuck enjoyed people, always had a smile for all, and with his good friend of 60 years, John Sanderson, played cards, softball, and enjoyed coffee time and the conversation that followed.

Chuck is survived by his wife, Elsie; nieces and nephews, Nancy Altain, Chuck Grussing, Tim Asche, Bob Gilbertson, Diane Derra, Gale Bontz; Elsie’s nieces and nephews, Rita Engen, Diane Bring, Rod Gilderhus, Keith Gilderhus, Terri Rimler, Jan Palmgren, Jadene Weber.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, Evert and Tetkea; sisters, Jane, Gladys, Emolyn; brothers, Joe and John.

Funeral Services will be 10:30 AM Saturday, June 29, 2019 at United Lutheran Church of Grand Forks. Visitation will be for the hour before the service in the church. Burial will be in Bellevue Cemetery of Larimore, ND.