Charles "Chuck" William Jewell

Mr. Charles "Chuck" William Jewell, age 81, of Keystone Heights passed away Saturday, July 14, 2018 following an extended illness. He was born November 17, 1936 in Roseau, Minnesota to William H. and Edna (Helmstetter) Jewell. Mr. Jewell attended the University of Minnesota where he received his bachelors degree in agricultural education. After graduation he entered military service where he later retired from the United States Navy as Lieutenant Commander following 21 years of dedicated service. Mr. Jewell earned his MBA degree from the University of West Florida, and while living in Pensacola had owned a picture frame shop; in 1999 they relocated to Keystone Heights. He worked with H & R Block as an enrolled agent, and taught AARP safe driving courses in Keystone Heights and Penney Farms for nearly 15 years. He loved woodworking and was known for his collection of model railroads. Mr. Jewell is survived by his wife of 60 years Arlene (Nelson) Jewell of Keystone Heights and their three children Dea (Dave) Miller, Brian (Judy) Jewell and Ellen Fowler. He was also known as "Grandpa" to several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Services for Mr. Jewell will be held at a later date. Interment will be at the Jacksonville National Cemetery with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alzheimers Research Foundation, National Headquarters225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 or to the WoundedWarriorProgram.org. Arrangements are under the care of JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME, 340 E. WALKER DR. KEYSTONE HEIGHTS, FL 32656. 352-473-3176. www.jonesgallagherfh.com*****Please call the son Brian for any service information (207) 841-9242**** (per family request) Cemetery Jacksonville National Cemetery 4083 Lannie Road Jacksonville FL 32218 US Funeral Home Jones - Gallagher Funeral Home - Keystone Heights 340 East Walker Drive Keystone Heights FL - 32656 US (352) 473-3176