Charles "Chuck" Richard Gulbrandson, age 79, passed away on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at St. Francis Hospital in Greenville, SC. Born in Green Bay, WI, on January 8, 1940, he was the son of the late Edgar Merrill Gulbrandson and the late Ann Jeanette Holmquest Gulbrandson. Chuck proudly served his country in the United States Navy, earning the rank of Lt. JG while serving in Vietnam. He also served in Iran and was a consultant to the Shah. He earned a Bronze Star for heroism while serving in the military. He is a recipient of a Master of Business Administration Degree from the State University of New York. Chuck was an avid golfer, loved the Clemson Tigers, reading, and working puzzles. He is described by those who love him as a sharp-minded, old fart. He is survived by his partner of the last 9 years, Brenda H. Bridges; a son, Patrick Allen Gulbrandson (Rachel); three grandchildren, Ivie Elizabeth Gulbrandson (Evan Page), Erica Gulbrandson, and Waverly Gulbrandson; sisters, Virginia Ann Gulbrandson and Carole Lee Hansen (James); and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Frances Elizabeth Terrell Gulbrandson; and two sons, Michael Eric Gulbrandson and Charles Richard Gulbrandson, Jr. The Celebration of Life Service will be held at Cobbs Glen Clubhouse, 2201 Cobbs Way Anderson, SC 29621 on Sunday, February 3, 2019 from 2:00 pm. until 5:00 pm. This is a casual affair, no ties, please. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery. Events Celebration of life service Sunday, February 3, 2019 2:00PM - 5:00PM Cobbs Glen Clubhouse 2201 Cobbs Way Anderson, SC 29621