Charles Kellogg Obituary

CHARLES W. KELLOGG
March 15, 1934 ~ September 7, 2014
"Chuck will be remembered by those who knew
him well as charismatic, excited about life,
and irreverently funny."

Charles W. "Chuck" Kellogg II died on Sept. 7, 2014, in Vancouver, WA. He was born in Portland, OR, on March 15, 1934, to Doris (Kilcup) and Charles W. Kellogg Sr. He attended Bonny Slope Elementary and Washington High School ('52) in Portland.
Chuck developed a strong interest in boating as a child, inspired by his father. At 16, he obtained his first pilot's license. Chuck went on to earn a commercial pilot's license with ratings in multi-engine, helicopter, single- engine land and sea; he was also a licensed airplane and helicopter flight instructor. Recently, he was taking classes to renew his pilot's license. He also held a U.S. Coast Guard Merchant Marine Master 100-ton Captain's license and was recently pursuing his Master 200-ton Captain's license.
At the age of 18, Chuck established his first corporation, manufacturing fiberglass Corvette parts in a garage. He attended OSU and was drafted into the Army at Ft. Belvoir, VA, on Sept. 23, 1958. Chuck was sent to the Army Engineering School and became an instructor of refrigeration systems for the Atlas missile.
Upon honorable discharge from the Army, he attended Portland State University and worked at Northwest Copper Works, Inc., a company founded by his father. Chuck later owned and operated that business, as well as founding two others, Corrosion Controllers, Inc. and Orbit Industries, Inc. in Washougal, WA. Chuck was an inventor and was granted numerous patents for his inventions.
He enjoyed skiing, riding motorcycles, boating, fishing, and hunting among other pursuits. Chuck had many lifelong passions, including woodcarving, working on classic cars and vintage boats, and nurturing his prolific vegetable and flower gardens. He personally built and restored many wooden boats including his two special loves the Kaleta, an 84 year-old wooden cruiser, and the Recalcitrant, his fishing boat.
He deeply loved his country. Chuck was dedicated to honoring the veterans of World War II. He found it inspiring to listen to the fascinating stories the veterans would share with him. Chuck loved history, especially maritime history, and was the founder of several organizations, including the Columbia Willamette Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society and the Maritime Heritage Coalition. He was also an active board member of the Save the PT Boat, Inc., Amphibious Forces Memorial Museum, and the Oregon Maritime Museum. He worked tirelessly to support the restoration efforts of the USS LCI 713 and PT-658, both World War II vessels. Chuck was also supporting the restoration of the Portland Sternwheeler.
Like his father before him, Chuck was known for his quick wit. He was bright, direct, and independent, but also fiercely devoted to his family and friends. Chuck would often regale friends and family with his clever and often humorous story-telling ability and wouldn't hesitate to add the occasional embellishment if it would enhance the tale. His laugh was infectious.
Chuck was active his entire life and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. His deep love and affection for his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren was obvious to anyone who knew him.
Chuck is survived by his wife, Trish Kellogg of Ridgefield, WA; his children, Chuck (Debbie) Kellogg III of Battle Ground, WA; Suzy (Mike) Ferrario of Seattle, WA; Chris (Suzanne) Kellogg of Vancouver, WA; Tauni (Chris) Koch of Madison, WI; and Carly Kellogg of Portland, OR. He is also survived by his sister, Virginia (Jerry) Rosette of Portland, OR; his sister-in-law, Patty Kellogg of Vancouver, WA; 13 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Charles W. Kellogg Sr.; his step-mother, Marjorie; his mother, Doris; his sister, Patricia; his step-brother, Rick; and his first wife, Darla.
Services will be held at Willamette National Cemetery on Monday, Sept. 15, 2014, at noon.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to Save the P.T. Boat Inc. or the Amphibious Forces Memorial Museum.
Please sign his guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.