April 20, 2024
Charles "Chuck" Louis Nisse, 78, of Hutchinson passed away on Saturday at his home. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, April 27, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Acoma Township, with interment in the church cemetery at a later date. Gathering of family and friends will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Clergy officiating will be the Rev. Eugene DeVries. Organist will be Jane Vacek. Congregational hymns will be "I'm But A Stranger Here," "I Know My Redeemer Lives" and "Amazing Grace".
Chuck was born March 27, 1946, in Hutchinson, the son of Vernon and Helen (Luedtke) Nisse. He was baptized April 28, 1946, and later confirmed in his faith May 22, 1960, both at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. He received his education in Hutchinson, and was a graduate of the Hutchinson High School class of 1964. Chuck furthered his education at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, where he received a bachelor's degree in agricultural business administration with distinction.
Chuck was accepted for post-graduate study in agricultural economics to the University of California, Berkeley, and the University of Chicago, but chose to enlist in the United States Army, entering active duty June 20, 1968, and served in Vietnam. He received an honorable discharge March 19, 1970, at Fort Lewis, Washington, having achieved the rank of sergeant.
After returning home, he began farming with his father on the family farm north of Hutchinson. He continued to farm into the late 1990s. He then went to work at HTI before moving to 3M, where he stayed until retirement.
On Dec. 4, 1971, Chuck was united in marriage to Jean Wendorff at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Acoma Township. This marriage was blessed with three sons, Michael, Mark and John. Chuck and Jean made their home on the farm in rural Hutchinson, sharing 52 years of marriage until Jean passed away on Jan. 23, 2024.
Chuck was always a farmer at heart. He felt a deep connection with the land and always enjoyed talking about farming, crops and the weather. Chuck was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Acoma Township, holding various office and committee positions. He enjoyed running, biking, reading, gardening and watching various Minnesota sports teams with Jean. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, and many beloved dogs throughout the years.
Blessed be his memory.
Chuck is survived by his sons, Michael Nisse (Kate Chesney) of Paynesville, Mark Nisse (Terri Healy) of Hutchinson, John Nisse (Amy) of Hutchinson; step-grandchildren, Paige Fredrickson and Troy Fredrickson (Jasmyne Steinberg); brother-in-law, Jerome Wendorff (Carol) of Motley; nieces and nephews, Bryan Wendorff (Shar) of Fargo, North Dakota, Scott Wendorff (Shannon) of Breckenridge, Keith Wendorff (Stacy) of Grant, Carla Saunders (Dan) of Plymouth; many great-nieces, great-nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Helen Nisse; wife, Jean Nisse; and parents-in-law, Edward and Dolores Wendorff.
Arrangements were by Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson. Online obituaries and guest book available at www.hantge.com
