Charles R LICHNEROWICZ

4 APR 1948 - 18 OCT 2020

• BIRTH: 4 APR 1948, South Bend, IN
• DEATH: 18 OCT 2020, Mishawaka, IN

• MARRIAGE: 18 FEB 1991, St Joseph County, IN

• MARRIAGE: 22 JUL 1967, St Joseph County, IN
• DIVORCE: 13 JUL 1983, St Joseph County, IN

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[N25748] Charles R Lichnerowicz
4/4/1948 - South Bend, IN
10/18/2020 - Mishawaka, IN

Obituary - Charles R Lichnerowicz, 72, passed away at 10:20 pm, Thursday, October 8, 2020 in Mishawaka, Indiana after a brief illness. Charles was born April 4, 1948 in South Bend to the late Roman and Caroline (Janiszewski) Lichnerowicz who both preceded him in death. On February 18, 1991 in South Bend , Charles married the former Ruth Harman Gramza, she survives. Also surviving is a daughter, Lisa Popielski and two stepsons, Ryan (Jamie) Gramza of South Bend and Ron (Melanie) Gramza of Mishawaka, and a stepdaughter, Mary (Richard) Dale of South Bend. An twelve grandchildren and one great grandchild. A sister, Rose Rininger of South Bend. Also surviving is his four sisters-in-law, Theresa (Tina) Lichnerowicz, Julie Lichnerowicz, Victoria Blaser and Debra Harman and his former wife, Karen Reitz DeBaets along with many Nieces and Nephews. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Victor Lichnerowicz, Bernard Lichnerowicz and a brother-in-law, Wesley Danks Charles honorably served his country in the United States. He was a veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Vietnam War stationed in Alaska. He was a heavy equipment operator for over 40 years. Working for Walters Excavating 36 years. Charlie and Ruth had a small excavation company in South Bend for many years. Charlie was a great person. He was a wonderful Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great grandfather, Stepfather, Uncle and Friend. He loved his family dearly. He helped many people and was very knowledgeable. He liked to work on things and help others, and could fix just about anything. He liked to play the slots at the Casino. He was a devoted Notre Dame fan. Friends will be received at St. Joseph Funeral Home, 824 South Mayflower Road, South Bend from 2:00pm until the time of the funeral service at 6:00pm on Wednesday, October 14th. Burial will follow at a later date at St. Joseph Cemetery, South Bend, Indiana.The family requests Memorial Contributions be made to the Hospice Foundation..Condolences for the family may be made at www.sjfh.net To send flowers to the family of Charles R Lichnerowicz please visit our Tribute Store.