Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Saturday, January 16, 2021.
Beloved husband of the late Jeannine Gorla (nee Navratil); dearest dad of Karen (Steven) Schott, Gary (Cindy) , Mark (Stacy) Gorla and Debra (James) Piel; dear grandpa of Eric, Andrew (Andrea), Ryan Schott, Christine (Nathan) Hartmann, Josh, Nathan, Sarah Piel, Jack and the late Melissa Gorla; great-grandpa of Anastasia, Genevieve Schott and Viktor Hartmann; dear brother of the late Joseph (survived by Agnes) Gorla; our dear brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend of many.
Charlie was a Union Carpenter for over 50 years. He loved wood working and made wooden toys for Children’s Hospital.
Visitation Friday, January 29, 9:30 a.m. until time of Service 11:30 a.m. at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL, 10151 Gravois Rd. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society.
A good man has left us. He will be remembered for many many things and is leaving a big void for everyone. Linda Wanninger
Dear Gorla Family,
I was saddened to hear of Charlie’s death. I walked the mall with Jeannine for years and would hear wonderful stories of Charlie. His toy making for Children’s Hospital was admirable. May he rest in peace.
Sarah Wallace
I did not know Charlie, but I work with Mark daily. I am very sorry for everyone’s loss – this is very hard on all of you I’m sure.
My husband and I had the privilege of being Mr. Charlie, as my grandchildren called him, neighbor for 20 years. He was kind and just a genuinely nice man. We will truly miss him. Rest in peace my friend. And to his children and their families, we are so sorry for you loss.