Charles Giffen
GIFFEN: Charles Giffen, 83, of Squirrel Hill, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Jan. 21, with his family by his side. Chuck loved the adventure of life. With his loving wife (Barbara) of 60 years, by his side, he would get in the car or on his Harley and see where the road would take them. They passed this love of adventure on to their children and grandchildren. Chuck loved his Harley, and with Barb on the back, they traveled with friends all over the United States. Chuck learned to ski in his 30s and fell in love with the sport and quickly taught Barb and his kids to ski. Chuck’s favorite run was Born Free at Vail Resort where he would sing at the top of his lungs the whole way down. Chuck and Barb loved the beach, skied, bowled and rode their bikes on just about every stretch of the Great Allegheny Passage Trail. Many days of joy were spent at Seven Springs with family and friends as well as their favorite annual trip to Vail with their friends. Chuck also served his country in the Navy on the USS Joseph K. Taussig. Chuck is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Barbara, and is survived by three daughters who loved him dearly, Becky Havyer (Brian), Caryn Miller (Alvin IV) and Joni Ferrara (Joe), six amazing grandchildren that “Pappap” passed on his love of adventure to, Carly, Jenna, Rena, Casey, Alexander and Ryan, as well as countless family and friends. Everyone who knew Chuck loved his spirit and sense of humor. He will be missed deeply by all who knew him. No funeral or memorial service is immediately planned. Family will notify loved ones in the future when a service is planned. Please honor Chuck’s memory by singing out loud while participating in an activity that brings you joy. Arrangements entrusted to Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., family owned and operated. schugar.com PJC
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