Charles Fulton, 68

In loving memory of Charles “Chuck” Allen Fulton, Sr., entered into rest Dec. 10, 2015, at his home in Hayden, Idaho. Chuck was born on June 4, 1947, to Jewel and Mary Fulton in Willows, Calif. He attended schools there, until he enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1966.

Chuck was a proud Vietnam War veteran, where he served two tours of duty. His first tour was with the 173rd Airborne, and his second was with the 101st Airborne Division “Screaming Eagles”-327th Infantry Regiment-Tiger Force. He was wounded in action at Que Son Valley, for which he received the Purple Heart. After achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant, Chuck was honorably discharged in 1971.

After his discharge, he returned home to marry his first wife Sandra Ward, also from Willows, Calif. Together, they had a daughter, Suzanne.

Chuck was later remarried to Carol Reese of Orland, Calif. Together they had a son, Charles Jr., and a daughter, Catherine. While in Orland, Chuck was involved in forage farming, and the natural gas industry. He was a skilled welder, and machinist. He also enjoyed shooting, trading firearms, and was a staunch advocate of our Second Amendment.

Upon retirement, he moved to Hayden, Idaho, where he continued with his firearm collecting hobby. Chuck also enjoyed spending time with his friends at Nosworthy's Cafe, playing cards, crossword puzzling, and just sitting on the veranda watching the world go by. Chuck was also a late-blooming texter, as he found this to be a wonderful way of communicating with his California family.

Chuck is survived by his children: Suzanne Fulton Wunsch, Charles Fulton Jr., and Catherine Fulton Morehouse; his sister Dixie Fulton Love; and his companion Julie Kress. Chuck was also blessed with eight grandchildren. He was predeceased by his mom and dad, his brother Jack Fulton, and sisters Tommy Fulton Love, Janie Fulton LaLond. Sgt. Charles A. Fulton will be greatly missed by his friends, and family. He touched the hearts of many fortunate enough to know the old soldier. At ease, Sgt. Fulton! You will be missed.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18, at Coeur d'Alene Memorial Gardens. Bell Tower Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.