Charles “Chuck” P. Bliss

Charles “Chuck” P. Bliss, 86, of Lake Tomahawk, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025, at Tomahawk Health Services after a courageous battle with cancer.

Chuck was born in Milwaukee, on January 18, 1939, to Val and Esther Bliss. At the age of 18, he proudly joined the United States Army, beginning a life marked by service and dedication. He later settled in Waukesha, where he raised his family, before moving north to Lake Tomahawk in 1987. There, he found peace and joy on his cherished lakeside property.

In his younger years, Chuck was an avid motorcycle enthusiast, racing flat track bikes and enjoying motorsports of all kinds — from dirt tracks to NASCAR. His passion for the open road also led him to a career as a long-haul truck driver, traveling across the country and embracing life’s journey.

Chuck had a deep love for the Northwoods and an even deeper love for his family. He found comfort in country music, especially the songs of Merle Haggard, and was happiest when surrounded by those he loved.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Judith; his grandson, Ryan Pitsch; and his nephew, Bill Moeser.

Chuck is survived by his loving wife, Christine; his children Kenyon (Jackie) Bliss of Eagle River, Tammy Bliss of Rhinelander, Kevin Bliss of Rhinelander, and Megan (David) Stanchfield of Waukesha; and his step-daughters Sarah (Justin) Noel of Arbor Vitae and Jenna (Michael) Sundquist of Wausau.

He is also survived by his grandchildren: Crystal Bliss of Land O’ Lakes, Travis Bjorklund of San Antonio, Jacob Matthews of Rhinelander, Kylie and Mia Stanchfield of Waukesha, Kamryn Slomka of Madison, Kylah Hobock of North Pole, Alaska, and Caden Creger of Wausau; great-grandchildren Colin Pitsch of Rhinelander and Josie Hobock of North Pole, Alaska; nieces Priscilla (Larry) Polster of Baraboo and Donna (Michael) Bubolz of Harshaw; and nephew Warren Moeser of Campbellsport.

Chuck will be remembered for his grit, his heart, and the quiet strength he brought to every chapter of his life. Visit www.bolgerfuneral.com for condolences.