Charles "Chuck" R. Nitz

Charles “Chuck” R. Nitz, age 82 of Oshkosh, passed away on Monday, December 11, 2023 at Evergreen Retirement Community. Chuck was born on November 14, 1941 to the late John and Nina (Meyer) Nitz. Chuck was united in marriage to Pat Harrington on July 23, 1965 at Peace Lutheran Church in Oshkosh.

Chuck faithfully served in the United Stated Army before working at Duwe Precast and Bemis.

Chuck stayed active throughout his life by playing baseball and softball as well as racquet ball, dart ball and handball. He was also an active member at the YMCA for many years. Chuck was an avid cribbage player. He played cribbage every opportunity he got; he played on several leagues and in many tournaments. He also enjoyed playing card games, horseshoes, bowling, and going camping.

Chuck is survived by his wife, Patricia Harrington; children, Todd (Annalee) Nitz and Paula (Dan) Kingsley; grandchildren, Myles and Lexsis; siblings, David (Linda) Nitz, Judy Anderson, Jeff Nitz; nieces and nephews; in laws, Diane Harrington, Karen Harrington, Diane Harrington, George (Shirley) Harrington, Debbie (Tim) Liebert, Steve and Bobby Harrington.

In addition to his parents, Chuck was preceded in death by his siblings, Sharon Nitz, Sonny (Gerry) Nitz, Marilyn (Jim) Wiles, Pete (Barbara) Nitz; in-laws, Chuck Anderson, Mary Nitz, Merton (Helen) Harrington, Rodger and John Harrington, Betty and Art Covey, Dan Harrington, Keith (Dawn) Harrington, Doug Harrington, Gail Lee, Gary (Arlene) Harrington.

A memorial service for Chuck will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, December 23, 2023 at Konrad-Behlman Funeral Home-Westside, 100 Lake Pointe Dr. with Lyn Zahorik officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 1:00 PM until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established.

Thank you to the Evergreen Retirement Community long term care staff for the wonderful care provided to Chuck during his time there.