Obituary
Charles O’Neal Ivey
Chuck Ivey of La Crosse, WI passed away August 14th, 2024. He was born in Atlanta, Georgia on March 8, 1933, and grew up in Columbia, South Carolina. From service in the Air Force, to job promotions and transfers, Chuck became a resident of Madison, WI and then La Crosse.
He is survived by his wife, Kathlyn, his sister, Helen Cooper and her family, his children: Michael Ivey (Vicki Elkin), Ann Ivey, Jennifer Parks (Costa Sousou), and Toben LaFrancois (Brenda), and his grandchildren: Po, Peri, Soren, Alex, and Josephine.
Chuck loved jazz, sailing, libraries, friendships, and the river. He was a kind man who will be missed by many.
With profound sympathy at the death of Chuck.
Ed Hill
My condolences to you and your family, Kathy.
Kathy, you know how much Chuck’s friendship has meant to me over the past 60 some years. He was the kind of friend you could tell your heart of hearts to.
You’ll miss him terribly, know that I’ll miss him too.
Gary and Georgie
Kathy, so sorry to hear of Chuck’s passing. I will fondly remember you two attending local jazz concerts whenever you could. Peace to you all.
I did so enjoy knowing Chuck. He was one of the good guys.
My sympathy to all of you.
Dear Kathy,
My heart goes out to you.
I have fond memories of our June coffee at Chuck’s favourite place, Java Vino.
Thinking of you with love and compassion.