Obituary of Charles Mugford

<h1>Charles (Chas) Mugford</h1> 1976 – 2009 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a wonderful husband and father, Chas Mugford, on August 9, 2009. Born May 13, 1976, Chas passed away in the loving arms of his wife and surrounded by his family. He will be greatly missed by his wife, Allison (nee Miller); daughter Ella; parents, Heather and Chuck Mugford; sister, Adele (Mark Kittridge); brother, Ashton; Nanna, Hilda Hayes; aunt and uncle, Ann and Julian Tofts; cousins, David Tofts (Brenda), Nicola Abraham (Jamie) and Kirsten Tofts; mother and father-in-law, Lynn and Murray Miller; sisters- and brothers-in-law, Jana (Joe Varamo), Kristen and Matt Miller. Predeceased by grandparents Geoffrey Hayes, Kenneth Reinhart, Albert and Theresa Mugford. Chas moved to Waterloo to study physics at the University of Waterloo. Receiving his Master’s degree, he ultimately made Waterloo his home to continue working in the physics department at the University. He touched the lives of many with his caring and genuine nature, inquisitive mind and humour, love of life, music and the outdoors. He will be truly missed by his family and many friends. The family wishes to thank Dr. Bahl and all the nurses and staff of the Grand River Hospital who cared for Chas. Friends are invited to the Erb &amp; Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo, for visitation on Wednesday, August 12 from 1-3:15 p.m., followed by a memorial service at 3:30 p.m. with Rev. Susan Browning officiating. A private family graveside service will be held in Orillia, with a Reception to celebrate Chas’ life at the Miller Farm on Thursday, August 13 at 3 p.m. Condolences for the family and donations to Ella Mugford’s Education Fund would be appreciated by the family and may be arranged through the funeral home, www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445. In living memory of Chas, a donation will be made to the Trees for Learning Program by the funeral home.