FLAIZ, Charles Arthur - b. September 5, 1914 - d. September 12, 2008

[Marcia Moore]

I've not seen an obituary yet on Charles Flaiz, but do know a little about him.... 
     Charles Arthur Flaiz was born on Sept. 5, 1914 to Arthur Richard & Minnie May (Volmer) Flaiz.  He passed away on Sept. 12, 2008 at the age of 94 years and 7 days.  He died as the result of a two-car accident just north of Severy at the US Hwy. 400 and KS Hwy. 99 North junction. 
     Charles was a 1935 graduate of Severy Rural High School.  He was also a veteran of World War II.  He was the widower of Ellen Pauline (Gilbert) Flaiz, who was born Oct. 9, 1911 and died May 20, 1991. 
     In 1947, Charlie began working at the Severy Post Office where he was employed for 33 years.  During the first seven years of his employment he served as acting postmaster twice and as a substitute rural mail carrier on route two.  On Aug. 20, 1954, he was appointed postmaster and he served in that capacity until Aug. 28, 1980, holding the postmaster position at Severy longer than any other - 26 years.
     Charles is survived by two daughters, Sue Ellen (Mrs. Larry) Hurt of Climax and Nancy Flaiz of Wichita; three grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.
     Funeral services will be held at the Severy Baptist Church on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m.  Burial will follow in South Lawn Cemetery, just northwest of Severy.  Zimmerman Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.   

[flo]

Charles Flaiz was affectionally called "Chick Flaiz" by many many friends.

[Diane Amberg]

Well shucks, that's a real shame. I sent him a birthday card just before his birthday recently.

[Marcia Moore]

We sent him a birthday card, too.  He was a real sweetheart.  Sue said Charlie was thrilled with all the cards he received.  She said he received a really large stack of them.

[patyrn]

Charles Arthur Flaiz, age 94, a resident of Severy, Kansas, died Friday, September 12, 2008.  Charles was born on September 5, 1914 in Severy, Kansas, the son of Arthur Richard and Minnie Mae (Vollmer) Flaiz.

Charles was a graduate of Severy High School.  After high school, he served his country during World War II in the United States Army.  While serving in England, he played on a baseball team.

Charles was united in marriage on May 12, 1947 to Ellen Pauline Gilbert in Severy, and she preceded him in death on May 20, 1991.

In 1947, Charles began working at the Severy Post Office where he was employed for 33 years.  During the first seven years of his employment, he served as acting postmaster twice and as a substitute rural mail carrier on Route 2.  On August 20, 1954, he was appointed postmaster, and he served in that capacity until August 28, 1980, holding the postmaster position in Severy for 26 years, longer than anyone else.  Some of his biggest enjoyments in life were spending time with his son-in-law Larry at the oil lease and with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Some of his hobbies include hunting and fishing.  One of his highlights was being able to fish with the Sportsman's Friend, Harold Ensley.

Charles is survived by two daughters; Sue Hurt and son-in-law Larry of Climax, Kansas, and Nancy Flaiz of Wichita, Kansas; 3 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Richard and Minnie Mae (Vollmer) Flaiz; his wife, Ellen; two brothers, Richard and Otto;, and five sisters, Alice, Nina, Lorene, Catherine, and Irene.

Funeral services will be held at 11:-00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 16, 2008 at the Severy Baptist Church in Severy, Kansas with Pastor Tony Pameticky officiating.  Interment will be at the South Lawn Cemetery.  At the request of the family, there will be no viewing.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Severy Baptist Church, and they may be left with the funeral home 

Arrangements are under the direction of Zimmerman Funeral Home, Howard, Kansas  620-374-2381.  Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com.

(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)

[frawin]

"Chick" was a really great person.  He always had a smile and a warm greeting.  I knew several of his nieces and nephews.  Also, his wife's family were friendds of ours as well.  He will be missed very much.
Myrna