Charles C. Modlin

June 1, 1940 - October 21, 2019

NORWAY- Charles C. Modlin age 79 of Norway, died Monday, October 21, 2019 at Dickinson Co. Memorial Hospital in Iron Mountain, MI. He was born on June 1, 1940 in Saginaw, the son of the late Charles and Genevieve (Waaler) Modlin. Charles graduated from Saginaw High School and served his country in the U.S. Army. He married Cora Tennison on April 6, 1968 in Grand Rapids, MI. Charles worked as a manager for a variety of companies over the years, but moved to Norway in 1990, working for Khoury Furniture and then Connor Sports Flooring until retiring in 2009. He was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church in Norway, and enjoyed doting on his grandchildren. Charles loved his dogs and spending time outdoors. He is survived by his wife of 51 years Cora; daughters Patricia Modlin of Prospect, CT and Susan (Mo) Tarchoun of Norway; son Doug Modlin of Norway; grandchildren Zaina, Zach, Noah, Owen and Oliver; sister Cheryl (Rob) Byrnes of Florida; several nieces and nephews. Charles was preceded in death by his sisters Whitney Gilbert and Kirsten Powell. Family will greet friends on Friday, October 25 from 10-11 a.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church in Norway. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church with Pastor David Johnson officiating. The family suggest that Memorial Contributions may be made in Charles name to the Almost Home Animal Shelter.