Don and I were just told about Chuck's passing this morning. Our loving thoughts go out to Linda and the family. My memories of Chuck go back to when I was an under-graduate at U of I School of Social Work. Later Don and I had the joy of living across the street from Chuck and Linda. Rest in peace, our friend.

I remember Chuck from my graduate school experience at the University of Iowa in 1974-75 . He was a very knowledgeable teacher and always had the time to talk with students. He was on the committee that reviewed my final project. Chuck helped me to obtain the knowledge and skills I needed to go on and have a 45 year career in social work. His skills, ability and willingness to help was appreciated by myself and the other students.

Ed George

Good Morning,

My memories of Chuck (we did not need to call him Dr. Abel!) are from my days as a graduate student at the University. He was always supportive, caring, and the “Go To Person” in the Social Work program when I was grad student in 72-73. He was on my thesis committee. He challenged me to be a better person and Social Worker. His mentoring helped lead to 40 year career as a Medical Social Worker at University of Iowa Hospitals.

I recognized that big smile the instant I saw his picture this morning.

My heart is with all of his family. Please know that your father and grandfather truly made a difference.

Ted Wernimont, Class of 73, U of Iowa School of Social Work

Tedandvon@gmail.com