Charles F. Fick, 84, of Grayling passed away on June 6, 2020.
Charlie grew up on a farm in Swartz Creek, Michigan. He married Marilyn LaGuire on May 21, 1955 and they shared 65 years together. He is survived by his wife and four children: Steven (Lynn) Fick of Kalkaska; Scott (Jennifer) Fick of Tecumseh; Shelley Norman of Roscommon; and Stephanie Payne of DePere, WI. He is also survived by grandchildren: Allison Coleman, Tracy Brush, Tyler Fick, Allie Hoeft, Parker Fick, Angeanette Stephano, and Jonathon Lovely. He had 5 great-grandchildren: Joseph Zelek, Aviana Stephano, Maddie Brush, Levi Brush, and Scarlett Hoeft. He is survived by his younger brother, Jack (Judy) Fick of Swartz Creek and brother-in-laws David (Debbie) of Traverse City and Carl LaGuire of West Hills, CA. Charlie was preceded in death by parents, John and Frances Fick; his sister, Shirley Hinterman; and granddaughter, Dori Lovely.
In 1964, Charlie moved his family to Grayling to take over the Standard Oil business from Ernie Hoesli. Eventually, the business progressed to a multi-division corporation, Fick and Sons, Inc. for over 50 years. His work ethic and community involvement was his pride and Joy. He also was a 33rd Degree Mason and Shriner.
Condolences may be sent to www.sorensonlockwood.com. A Celebration of Charlie's life will be planned for a later date. For those that wish to remember Charlie by Memorial Contribution, please consider the Shriners Hospitals. Address: Shriners Hospitals for Children, P.O. Box 1525, Ranson, WV 25438.
Arrangements by Sorenson-Lockwood Funeral Home.
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