Charles “Chuck” Ronald Jordano of Lake Orion passed away on October 13, 2023. He was 82 years old.
Chuck is survived by his wife of 27 years, Eva; his sons Mark, Joseph, Steven and David; grandchildren Jodi and Steven; great-grandson Anthony; and brothers David and Dan.
He is also survived by stepchildren John (Mike), Steven, Jeffrey, Rhonda and Mark; and step grandchildren Reina, Anna, Grace; Matteo, Rhiannon, Andrew and Micah.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Virginia (Elkins); and his brother Gary.
Chuck was born in Detroit and grew up in Royal Oak, Michigan attending Royal Oak High School. He enlisted in the army at age 17 in 1958 and was stationed in Germany for more than a year, before being honorably discharged in 1961.
He then began a career as a graphic artist doing design work for automotive companies, including General Motors.
In the 1980s and 1990s he was an early adopter of electronic graphic design working as a freelancer.
Chuck had numerous hobbies including riding motorcycles, fishing, boating and playing golf.
Chuck will be laid to rest at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan.
Online reflections and condolences may be shared with the family at www.sparksgriffin.com.