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Charles "Charlie" Quist 
who  had a passion for learning and helping others. He developed culinary expertise in Texas favorites, such as home brewing, Chili-Member of CASI (Chili Association Society International), & Bar-B-Q-member of "The Original Pearl Cookers". He was an avid Harley Rider and has ridden in all 50 states. Charlie also loved Scuba Diving, Tennis & Golf.

At the age 48 on August 28, 2008 he lost his battle with Grade IV Malignant Glioblastoma (Brain Tumor). 

I would like to give a big "Thank You" to each and everyone one of you that walked this journey with Charlie & Jo. Doctor visit after doctor visit, radiation, chemotherapy, test after test. It truely is a blessing to have so many that were willing to give their time to get what was needed taken care of. Thank You again for all the love & support. Please lite a candle or leave a message, and as Charlie would always say "Have a nice day".

Anyone who has a special picture(s) that you would like to add to the album please feel free to send it

This website has been created in memory of Charlie- who's ever present smile & positive attitude will be etched in our hearts forever. 

Survived by LOVING WIFE JO: stepchildren Westley Bachmeyer/Kayla and Wendy Bachmeyer; step-grandchildren Jason & Oliver; Uncle Mike Robinson and wife, Tracy; Mother-in-law, Nettie Rhodes; Special pets Snafu (mean Kitty), Fubar (nice Kitty), and Herman (the snake); also survived by numerous Special & Loyal friends/family. Family & Friends gathered on Monday, September 1, 2008 from Noon until 2:00 p.m. in The Chapel of Addison Funeral Home where the Funeral Service began at 2:00 p.m. Interment followed at Tranquility Oaks Cemetery.

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Family Tree
Tributes and Condolences
My Charmin Charlie-   / Jo Quist (Loving Wife )
I thought of you with love today but that is nothing new I thought about you yesterday and days before that too, I think of you in silence I often speak your name All I have are memories and your picture in a frame Your memory is my keepsake with whi...  Continue >>
So long to a great human being   / Mark La Pointe (High School Friend )
I knew Charles in high school. He was a very good friend of mine and many others. We use to call him Chuck. We had many trips to Clearwater beach in his Toyota Supra.  He was very proud of his car and took really great care of it. He was a ...  Continue >>
Amigo  / Mark Hayward (Friend)
Charlie: My friend (mi amigo) at LHS and numerous Spanish classes(levels I, II and III) we had with Ms. Williams and how many times we had fun running around these classes (or cutting them?). I lost track of Charlie after high school and f...  Continue >>
Charlie  / Steve McCarter (freind)
When I was in elementary school at Cleveland Court I met Charlie, he was living with his grandparents and was the only friend my mother would allow me to visit on my own. Imagine if it were today! We were always together even through Jr High, then we...  Continue >>
Painful Loss of Long Time Friend   / Steven Buckner (forever friend )
I was so looking forward to reconnecting with Charlie this weekend.  He belongs to my Old Gang, the Cleveland Court Elementary group who were bonded  together so many years ago, 1968 I believe? I spent many afternoons with Charlie and his ...  Continue >>
A fine man and good brewmeister  / Dallas Bowers (Friend)    Read >>
TOPC extraordinare!  / Rebecca Hanley (TOPC fellow member )    Read >>
Not to be forgotten  / Mayo &. Ed Blair (Friends)    Read >>
Totally shocked  / Cathy McDaniel (Highway 6 Hooligan friend )    Read >>
Our heart goes out to you!  / Alex And Tina (Rock) Bila (Rock's daughter )    Read >>
Charlie / Mark &. Sandy Novosad (Friend)    Read >>
Tribute / Nelson Gibson     Read >>
Tribute / Paul Lund     Read >>
Tribute / Valerie Burk     Read >>
Tribute / Marcie Griggs     Read >>
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His legacy
Legacy...  
"A person's legacy is a reminder of his Life, Work, goals and achievements. History is often the legacy of ordinary people wo dare to dream."
 
Charlie's Photo Album
"Life is Great" 2006 Terlingua
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