Charlotte Kay Chadima
So sorry for your loss. Know that Charlotte's loving spirit will be with all of you forever and trust that the memories of all your good times together will sustain you through this difficult time. Our condolences to your entire family - you'll be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandra Stewart and Bev Lawrence
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dear Chadima Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathy. The entire Androscoggin Animal Hospital family sends condolences. Sincerely, Jon Spelke
Jonathan Spelke
Topsham
ME
Bob, we are so sorry for your loss. Charlotte is in a better place today. We will all miss her and her warm caring ways. Love from John and Judy Ruth in Arizona. We are so sorry we will not be there on Monday to support you and your family at the memorial service at Westminster.
John and Judy Ruth
Cedar Rapids
IA
To the Man in the Handsome Hat From the Man in the Handsome Hat Mr. Chadima (my friend Bob), We spent so many wonderful years together in the Cherry Building first with Dudley Koontz - Direct Mailing and Printing (almost 17 years), and then with Raining Rose for about 1 year before the company moved. I even have recollections of your Father coming to work walking with his cane. What times those were! Tremendous friendships were developed and in a way all of us there (tenants) were like family in that huge old building. I came to know Charlotte your Son and wife who still are there to assist you and to carry on with the legacy of the Cherry Building all in itself. I have been away from the Cedar Rapids area for over a year now, saw the horrific pictures in the paper and on television,the book and DVD of the Epic Surge, and immediately thought of you, Foster, the Carnes boys and other tenants at 329 10th Avenue SE. Your daughter in law may have mentioned that I stopped by awhile back and you were not there. I took a brief tour and even found the old yellow pallet jack that still had the words Direct Mail spray painted on the front. I found the pallet jack in the basement where Foster and Panamat were "forever". Hard to believe when I opened the front door to that cavernous basement and all I saw were several dehumidifiers, fans, and one very old yellow pallet jack. Over the years you have done so much to renovate and rebuild the interior and the exterior of this landmark spot - your piece of history. I know the building structure will come back even better then ever before. I look forward to a visit soon and to share that everlasting dream with you. May God bless you Bob, your family, and the spirit of Charlotte which now resides in heaven. What a wonderful place that must be. With brotherly love to a dear dear old friend, Terry Thein PS I now have about 15 hats in my "handsome hat" collection. How bout you?
Terry Thein
Guttenberg
IA
To the entire Chadima family - Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. Charlotte was one of those rare people who could instantly make you feel right at home. She took an interest in everyone she visited with. But her obvious delight was found in her family. Rarely can such pride of family be seen so clearly on someone's face. She loved you all. Charlotte was so proud of her children and it showed. Her eyes would sparkle and her smile would broaden when she talked about her family. What an amazing women. What an awesome family. We celebrate Charlotte's life. What a gift. We also share your grief at this difficult time and you will remain in our thoughts and prayers. As the memories and stories flow, treasure them all.
Gene, Pat and Haley Hammond
Brandon
SD
Condolences to Bob Chadima and family. Charlotte was my cousin, our mothers were sisters. We lived in Walker for many years. Sorry to hear of her passing.
Robert and Isla Jean McKee
Stockton
MO
I am very sorry for the loss of your Mom. I know she has battled with Alzheimers for many years, and it was hard for all of you to see her deteriorate. This is a terrible disease, and I hope someday a cure is found. I know you will miss her very much.
Kim Glidden
ME
Susan: We are very sorry to read about your mother. She certainly lived a full and wonderful life, from which we hope you and your family can take consolation. Her activities and the places mentioned in the obituary are familiar and bring back pleasant memories to those of us who grew up in Cedar Rapids. We extend our sincere sympathies. Bill and Heather Higbee
Bill and Heather Higbee
Brunswick
ME
Dear Bob and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember when Richard & I were going out to Mercy Fitness that we would run into Char and her caregiver during the day. She seemed to enjoy the time that she had there and Richard would converse with her from time to time. I will always remember her smile. My condolences to you and your family. Blessings & Peace, Deb Sedlacek
Deb Sedlacek
Cedar Rapids
IA
Bob & Family, We were saddened to read in the Gazette of your loss of such a loved one. Even though we have been in West Okoboji for several years now, we still try to keep informed of our Cedar Rapids friends. My dear memories of being with Char were on the tennis court, symphony guild meetings, league meetings, etc. She will be missed. Our condolences to your fine family.
Bill & Judy Carmichael
West Okoboji
IA
Bob, David, Lijun and all the rest of the Chadima family. Our hearts and prayers are with you at this time. We pray that God gives you the peace and comfort that we know Charlotte is now enjoying. Bob, your love of others and gentle spirit and your trust in the Lord will get you through this time. May His loving arms surround you and your family now. Jesus said it best when he said "Do not let your hearts be trouble, Trust in God, trust also in me" May God bless you my dear friend. Charles and Lora Lea Edwards
Charles Edwards
Cedar Rapids
IA
Bob and family, I was sad to hear that Charlotte had passed on. I will always remember her beautiful smile and cheerful demeanor. Bob, I know you will miss her terribly. She lives on in your heart.... always.
Terri and Guy Wendler
Cedar Rapids
IA
Bob, I'm very sorry for your loss. Charlotee will long be remembered for her loving and giving nature. I read about her passing while out of town and will miss the service for the same reason. I would surely liked to have offered condolences in person. You're in my thoughts. Dan Baldwin
Dan Baldwin
IA
Dear Sue and Mike, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hugs from across the miles.
Heidi and John Coffin
Brunswick
ME
Dear Chadima Family- I was sad to learn of Charlotte's passing, and sending you all thoughts and prayers as you grieve your loss. The video tribute was so wonderful, and I could actually hear her voice. I don't think I ever saw "Mrs. Chadima" without a smile. She sparkled with joy and kindness. Sending love and sympathy.
Polly Shive Pagliai
Iowa City
IA
Dawn and Jack Chapman
Billings
IA
Dear Bob, Jack still keeps up with events in Cedar Rapids through on-line reads of the Gazette and so we learned that Char has left this world in a continuation of her soul's journey. She was a lovely and gracious woman and a pleasure to have known. It has been so sad to be aware of the trial she had to go through in the last years of her life and to feel the anguish of her family as they lovingly cared for her. We like to think of her now as absolutely free, renewed and glowing. Our condolences to you and yours. Dawn and Jack
Dawn and Jack Chapman
Billings
MT
Dear Uncle Bob & family. We are so sorry to hear of Aunt Charlottes passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. We love you all and miss you very much. xxxooo
Bruce and Cindy Wilson
Chugiak
AK
Bob, we are very saddened to see Charlotte's passing, so many sweet memories over the years and time seems to never stop for any of us. She was so sweet and so brilliant.
Cort and Georgene Stapleton
Cedar Rapids
IA
Dear Bob and Family, We were saddened by the loss of Charlotte. Charlotte was such a warm and beautiful lady and she will be missed dearly. I treasure the memory of the time we spent with you in your house in front of the forest, where I tasted my first Thanksgiving turkey and received my first ever Christmas gift - Alistair Cooke's "America." In the snowy evening, we girls sang Christmas songs one after another while Charlotte played on the piano. On the morning of my wedding day, Charlotte did my hair and makeup and told me "no more tears please, or you'll mess up the mascara." Thank you for the love and care during the years when I was far away from home. Charlotte had a great life with you, your wonderful children and grand-children. She is in the heaven where she rests well. Bob, after all these years taking care of Charlotte and the business, if you are ready to travel again, why don't you come to visit us in Australia? We invite you to come here and spend some time with us. You'll enjoy the trip. My mother lives with us and she also sends her condolences. Love to all of you, Yvonne
Yvonne Wu
Brisbane
IA
AU
I will always remember Charlotte for her constant smile and loving relationship with Bob.
Chuck Ashford
Concord
NC
Bob: Thanks for calling me this morning. Seeing the many pictures of your's and Charlotte's life together reminds me of what a beautiful woman she was. Her Alzheimer's Disease was such a tradegy but she continued to try to pursue her interest in the books we read in Book Club as best she could--God bless her--and always was her pleasant and interested lady. Your life will be so changed now. I know how you will miss her particularly at those moments when you two were alone and enjoyed those special thoughts that only you and she could know and enjoy together.