In loving memory of

Charles "Chuck" H. Brotherton

August 26, 1935 - August 27, 2022
From: Wall Lake, IA
Charles "Chuck" H. Brotherton

Charles "Chuck" H. Brotherton

Born: August 26, 1935
Died: August 27, 2022
Age: 87
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  Chuck Brotherton, age 87 of Wall Lake, IA, passed away at home on Saturday, August 27, 2022. Charles Howard Brotherton was born on August 26, 1935, to parents Howard and Margaret (Howard) Brotherton in Remsen, IA. He grew up and attended school in Wall Lake, graduating with Wall Lake High School’s  Class of 1953. Chuck furthered his education by attending Buena Vista College in Storm Lake, IA, and then the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, IA.
   On July 24, 1956, Chuck married the love of his life, Betty Roth, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wall Lake. This union was blessed with five children: Amy, John, William, Beth, and Christopher. Chuck and Betty raised their family in Manning where Chuck was a teacher for seven years before becoming the high school principal for another ten. In 1974, Chuck drove to Wall Lake daily to work alongside his father at Wall Lake Lumber Company. In 1975, Chuck and Betty moved to Wall Lake and for the next forty-four years, Chuck, along with his sons, expanded the family business owning lumberyards in Wall Lake, Lake View, Odebolt, and Carroll. He officially retired in June of 2018. Chuck worked hard for the lumber industry serving on the Northwest Lumber Association as an Iowa Director from 1995-1998. He was honored as the Iowa Dealer of the Year in 1995 and was chosen as an Honored Lumberman by the South Dakota Lumber Association in 2010. Chuck was very proud to see a fourth-generation family business still going and even more proud to see a fifth generation become leaders in the business/industry.
   In his younger days, Chuck enjoyed brisk early morning walks. He would walk the high school track and then back to the lumberyard to start his day. He was a coin collector and collected all of the state coins as they became available. He shared this hobby of his with many of his grandchildren and now they too collect coins. Chuck was an avid reader and “history buff” and read many history novels throughout his life. Chuck enjoyed traveling, especially when it was with family. The Black Hills, Washington DC, California, and New York City, were just a few of the places they visited together. He and Betty hosted four foreign exchange students over the years, and were able to go visit their home countries of Japan and Austria. Chuck treated them as if they were his own, and to this day, those relationships remain strong. They were great additions to Chuck and Betty’s family. He was not only an avid East Sac County Raider fan (he adored watching his kids and grandkids play all sports), but also followed the Chicago Cubs, Minnesota Vikings, and his favorite Iowa Hawkeyes.
   Chuck loved his community and made it a point to be very involved when it came to supporting it. He served as a member of the Lion’s Club, Chamber of Commerce, was on the Economic Development Board, served as a member and president of the WLVA/ESC School Boards, and was a Eucharistic Minister and active member at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Wall Lake. The list could go on and on as he played a part in so many community/school district-related events.
   Most of all, Chuck treasured time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren & great-grandchildren. Being around them always brought a smile to his face. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.
   Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 66 years, Betty Brotherton of Wall Lake, IA; children: Amy (Dave) Stickrod of Glenwood, IA, Bill (Deb) Brotherton of Wall Lake, IA, and Chris (Carmen) Brotherton of Lake View, IA; grandchildren: Carrie Beth Stickrod, Christian Stickrod, and John Stickrod; Jessica (Todd) Miller, Craig (Rachel) Brotherton, Abby (Weston) Wicks,  Alison (Tanner) Bengford, and Philip (Megan) Brotherton; Morgan (Matt) Birt, Madison (Kennedy) Drey,  and Maxwell (Nicole) Blum; Amanda (Taylor) Bengford, Aaron (Rebecca) Brotherton, and Hannah (Nolan) Warnke; great-grandchildren: Sloane Ware; Malia, Ava, and Miles Miller, Brock, Bennett, Maddy, and Mara Brotherton, Marcella, Walter, and Wilder Wicks, Teagan, Bohden, and Crew Bengford, Lennon Brotherton; Aiden and Poppy Birt, Baylor Drey; Sadie, Lanni, and Tobin Bengford, Niall Brotherton, and Vivian Warnke; siblings: Ken (Joanna) Brotherton of Pittsford, NY, Kaye (Bob) Jungk of Platte City, MO, Judy (Don) Kingfield of Algona, IA, Janet (Merritt) Olsen of Rochester, MN, and Vicki (Larry) Peyton of Sac City, IA; sister-in-law Betty Roth of Wall Lake, IA; foreign exchange daughters: Aya Yaegashi Katahira, Naho Yaegashi Tanimura, Ines Bensic Steiner, and Maria Steiner; many nieces, nephews, other extended family members and friends.
   Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Margaret Brotherton; infant son John Charles Brotherton; daughter Beth Ann Blum; parents-in-law Roy and Esther Roth; brother-in-law Alvin Roth; sisters-in-law Eva (Jeryl) Reiter, Ruth (Gerald) Bengford, and Hazel (Marion) Ryan.


In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Charles Brotherton Memorial Fund in care of the family.
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SERVICES
Funeral Mass
10:30 a.m., Friday
September 2, 2022
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Wall Lake, Iowa
OFFICIATING
Father Joe Dillinger
Deacon Butch Stone
VISITATION
4:00-7:30 p.m., Thursday
3:30 Rosary; 7:30 Vigil Service
September 1, 2022
St. Joseph Catholic Church
Wall Lake, Iowa
INTERMENT
Wall Lake Cemetery
Wall Lake, Iowa

Condolences

Friday, September 30, 2022 at 8:44 AM
“Dear Betty and Family, You have my deepest sympathy. Chuck was a fine man who did so much for not only his family but also the community. RIP, Chuck!”
- Lois Manuel Long
Tuesday, September 6, 2022 at 9:44 AM
“Remembrances: My two older brothers (Barry and Doug Kusel) and Dan and I had Mr. Brotherton as a junior high teacher. My brothers (Barry and Doug Kusel) and my husband Dan had him as their coach for a number of years, and he was our high school principal until we graduated, so we had many memorable connections during our school years. We extend our sympathy to Betty and the rest of the family at this time of sadness and loss. ”
- Angela (Kusel) and Dan Pratt
Thursday, September 1, 2022 at 10:13 PM
“A man of honesty & integrity in everything he did! He was my science teacher in junior high and the principal during my high school years at Manning. All he ever wanted was to see us grow up to be honest & productive adults with a deep respect for others. We were so blessed to have someone who cared so much in our lives. Until we see you again..well done!! Fly high with the angels, Mr. B!!”
- Myra (Weems) Luetje
Thursday, September 1, 2022 at 10:13 PM
“My sympathy to you and your family. The thoughts and prayers of many are with you.”
- Vicki McGrath Hannasch
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 10:39 PM
“Deepest sympathies to Mr Brotherton's family. I have always respect him as a fine person, a great principal. He enjoyed his job at the school yet remained stern when necessary. Well liked by all. He will live in in many memories for many people. Again, my prayers and condolences to you Betty, and the fsmily.”
- Dottie Dammann Schiltz
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 10:38 PM
“Sorry for the loss of your husband and father. Hugs and prayers. ”
- Dale & Renee
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 10:38 PM
“I will never forget the kindness he showed not even knowing me. My sincere condolences to the family!”
- Jodi Obman
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 2:32 PM
“My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with the Brotherton family at this sad time. As Chuck's life is celebrated cherish the wonderful memories of him as husband, father and grandfather. Mr. Brotherton was the Principle when I was attending Manning High School. Class of 1973.”
- Anne Felker
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 12:02 PM
“Betty, we are sorry to learn of Chuck's passing. It was a pleasure knowing you two during our years at BV. We extend our deepest sympathy. ”
- Fred and Susan Moore
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 11:02 AM
“ sorry to hear of Chuck's passing Hugsa and Sorry to hear of Chuck's passing Hugs and prayers to his family at this time Always remember the good times . I ”
- Shirley Ohden
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 9:59 AM
“So sorry to hear of Charles passing. Our heart felt condolences to Betty & extended family. He will be missed but heaven just gained an outstanding soul.”
- John & Rita Brown
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 9:09 AM
“So sorry to hear about Chuck's passing, I remember him from when i was in high school in Manning, Iowa. He was one of the best”
- LOIS BANDOW
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 9:09 AM
“Sorry to hear about Chuck's passing. i remember him from high school in Manning Iowa. He was one of the best. May he rest in peace”
- LOIS BANDOW
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 9:09 AM
“Sending prayers for Chucks family. What an amazing man! He helped and encouraged many young students throughout his years with his letters. He will be missed by many. ”
- Lisa Pickhinke
Wednesday, August 31, 2022 at 9:09 AM
“So sorry to hear about Chuck's passing, may he rest in peace. I was in high school when he was a teacher in Manning, Iowa. He was a favorite of many students”
- LOIS (Zerwas) Bandow
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 6:15 PM
“Sorry to hear of your loss. May Jesus strenght be with your family.”
- Steven & Mary Druivenga
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 12:55 PM
“As my coach and educator during my junior high years at Manning, Mr Brotherton set a great example for myself and others as we moved into adulthood. My first dance was with his wife, Betty at a junior high Sadie Hawkins mixer. Please extend my sympathies and the blessings of God to his family and friends. Doug Kusel, Manning graduate 1966”
- Douglas G Kusel
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 12:30 PM
“Thoughts & Prayers to Vicki and her entire family in the loss of her brother. Please know I'm thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers.”
- Jonna Luckow
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 10:54 AM
“Our whole family is saddened to hear of Chuck's passing. He and Betty were some of my parents dearest friends. Sincere sympathy to Betty and family. ”
- Karen Karbula Mason
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 9:50 AM
“My thoughts and prayers to the family. Mr. Brotherton was a well respected man at Manning High School. He and my mother had many good years working together. I could never get away with anything.”
- Lynn Mork
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 9:50 AM
“Deepest sympathy to the family. Mr Brotherton will be remembered as an outstanding educator and person, along with his contributions to the Manning School system.. ”
- Sandra Mohr
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 9:50 AM
“Deepest Sympathy to all the family”
- Mike & K'Lee Naberhaus
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 9:50 AM
“Our sympathy and prayers to you Betty and family. Chuck was a Our sympathy and prayers to you Betty and family. Chuck was a great man to work for and a good friend who I admired as a leader. Jim and Sharon Murphy ”
- Jim and Sharon Murphy
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 9:50 AM
“So Sorry for your loss and sending Prayers and hugs to the family. Chuck was a special person and was always kind and a great sales person and did a lot for everyone.”
- Rebecca Peters
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 9:49 AM
“Our sympathy and prayers to you Betty and family. Chuck was a wonderful man to work for and a good friend whom I admired as a leader. Our sympathy and prayers to you Betty and family. Chuck was a great man to work for and a good friend who I admired as a leader. Jim and Sharon Murphy ”
- Sharon Murphy
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 9:49 AM
“My prayers for the Brotherton family 🙏🙏”
- Speed Herrig
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 9:49 AM
“I'm sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. I've enjoyed working with him over past years. The Sprenger Midwest family will be thinking of the Brotherton family during this time. God Bless.”
- Todd Kappenman
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 9:49 AM
“So many things to remember about Chuck and Betty. Chuck was a member of the Manning Community Foundation and usually called to see if it was time to pay his membership. Betty worked hard for the Andy Williams home and tourism in general. And Chuck was the principal when I taught in Manning -always fair and straight forward. A really great couple. So sorry that he's gone. Sympathy to the family. ”
- LeRoy 'and Freda Dammann
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 9:49 AM
“Our sympathy to the entire family. You are all in our prayers. He had such a great family and will be missed by all.”
- John and Cindy Schwarzkopf
Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 9:49 AM
“To Betty and family, you have our deepest sympathy and our prayers.”
- Jim and Lois Long
Monday, August 29, 2022 at 6:26 PM
“My sympathy to Betty & Family. Chuck was a great leader & supporter of Wall Lake as well as a special person. He will be greatly missed. ”
- Bernie Dickson
Monday, August 29, 2022 at 6:26 PM
“Our deepest sympathy to your family, Betty. What a shock to read this obit. May the Lord be with you and comfort you in knowing that you will be with him again in Heaven. Love, Mabel and Kirk and Jay Huldeen”
- Mabel Huldeen and sons
Monday, August 29, 2022 at 5:10 PM
“Our sincere deepest sympathy to Betty and family for your loss. ”
- Rob and Marsha Bornhorst
Monday, August 29, 2022 at 2:16 PM
“My condolences to the entire family....Chuck was a role model in several different occupations...he was passionate in his endeavors...his faith ...his family..his friends ...he will be missed.”
- Melody Shepard
Monday, August 29, 2022 at 2:16 PM
“I am saddened to hear of Chuck's passing. We will have the entire Brotherton family in our thoughts and prayers. ”
- chad tiede
Monday, August 29, 2022 at 2:16 PM
“My sympathy and best wishes to Betty and all. Chuck was my junior high science teacher, and in administration for the remainder of my years at Manning schools. A "good guy". He was one of the best. Bill. (Also, our neighbor on First Street.)”
- William Ohde
Monday, August 29, 2022 at 10:47 AM
“Keeping you in my prayers at this difficult time ”
- Janene Herrig Mickel
Monday, August 29, 2022 at 10:46 AM
“Mr. Brotherton was my high school principal in Manning, Iowa. I graduated with the class of 1969. He was a wonderful person. I send my sincere sympathy to all of his family. ”
- Pamela (Foley) Palmer
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