On July 1, 2025, at the age of 65, Charles (Chuck) Thurman Ferris of Independence, Oregon was called home to be with his Lord and Savior. He was surrounded by friends and family up to the last moment. Chuck was the middle child of three kids born to Herbert and Gladys Ferris of Dallas, OR. Chuck grew up and lived around the Dallas area most of his life. He played football at LaCreole and was an editor of the school newsletter at Dallas High. He loved writing and had a sports article published in the itemizer in 1975, as well as submitting a screenplay and other stories that were never published. While growing up his hobbies included fishing, camping, golfing, skating, playing football with his friends, and many Reno trips with high school buddies. These childhood relationships created a bond that lasted a lifetime. His first job as a teenager was at the Rio Theater, then the Motor Vu in Dallas, Oregon. From there, his love grew for film, comedy and theater. Theater encompassed most of his career managing different theaters in the area over the years. He also collected movie memorabilia. He loved bowling and was in multiple leagues. As an adult his favorite pastime was spending time with family and friends. He loved attending sports events. He was an avid sports card collector, and a die-hard Minnesota Vikings and Oregon Beavers fan. He loved reading and music and was always attending concerts, comedy shows, plays and movies. Chuck was described by most as "one of a kind". He loved his family and friends unconditionally and always put them first, especially his granddaughter who stole his heart from the moment she was born. His last words to her were that he could never have imagined loving someone as much as he loved her. He was kind and friendly to everyone he met and never complained even when life was rough. Many describe him as a father or uncle figure in their life, even if he wasn't related. He always had an ear to lend and a shoulder to cry on. He would give his last dollar to help someone in need and was always that person you could count on. He was known for his witty sense of humor, corny dad jokes and riddles. He is preceded in death by his parents Herb and Gladys Ferris, by sons Alvin Troub and Michael Runyon, and great nephew Austin Ficek. He is survived by his partner, daughter, granddaughter, brother, sister, nieces, nephews, and many cousins and great nieces and nephews. Chuck leaves behind many friends, including four very close lifelong friends, as there was no separation between the two. Chuck considered his friends, including as his family. A Celebration of Life will be held at Praise Church at 189 South Monmouth Ave. in Monmouth, OR, 97361 on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at 6:00pm.