Charles Daniel Yanchulis, of Saint Inigoes, MD, died peacefully at his home early Thursday morning, May 30, 2013. He was 45 years old.

Born in Washington, DC, on Feb. 16, 1968, the son of Phil and Nita (nee Rosinski) Yanchulis, the youngest of four brothers, he loved athletics, the camaraderie of family and community, and his Catholic faith.

Chuck graduated from Bishop McNamara High School in 1986. A perpetual seeker, Chuck continued his quest for knowledge and faith at the University of Scranton, where he graduated in 1990 with a bachelor's degree in computer science. Chuck started his career in Philadelphia, where he lived for several years and became a faithful Phillies fan. Ever ready for the next adventure life would bring, he headed off to Europe for an extended backpacking tour. He returned to DC and successfully advanced his career, but his focus remained always on the love of his family and friends. He cherished the good times shared, whether it be at a family gathering, with friends at the Outer Banks or the guys on or off the ice, or just watching a game…any game...football (Go Redskins!), hockey (Go Caps!) baseball, tennis, curling…

On Jan. 29, 2005, Chuck joined his life to Lisa Anne's (nee Kenny), and they joyously began their family in Holly, Mich. It was another cross-country adventure for Chuck and testimony to his beautiful self-sacrificing generosity as he uprooted his life to enable Lisa to spend time close to her parents and siblings and their families. Chuck and Lisa were blessed with three children, Elizabeth, Charlotte and Peter, who were the absolute joy and loves of his life. Chuck was the consummate family man, provider and devoted husband.

In 2009, he was hired in a civilian role by the U.S. Navy and the family moved to Maryland, settling into beautiful Saint Inigoes where he lived the remainder of his life. Chuck's faith never ceased to grow and his legacy of seeking, loving and learning was witnessed and passed on through his commitment to seeing his children attend Saint Michael's Catholic School, and his recently becoming a first degree Knight of Columbus.

Chuck is survived by his wife, Lisa A. (nee Kenny) Yanchulis; his children, Elizabeth, Charlotte and Peter Yanchulis; his mother, Juanita "Nita" Yanchulis of Fredericksburg, VA; and his brothers, Phil (and Julie) Yanchulis of Herndon, VA; Mick (and Colleen O'Neill) Yanchulis of Arnold, MD; Jon (and Mary) Yanchulis of King George, VA; and many extended family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Phillip "Phil" Yanchulis; his grandparents; and several aunts and uncles.

Family will receive friends for Chuck's Life Celebration on Monday, June 3, 2013, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at St. Michael's Church, 16555 Three Notch Road, Ridge, MD 20680. Prayers will be recited at 7 p.m. followed by a rosary led by the Knights of Columbus. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Ray Schmidt and Rev. Lee Fangmeyer on Tuesday, June 4, 2013, at 12 noon at St. Michael's Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with the celebration of Chuck's life continuing at the Knights of Columbus Council 2065 Hall in Ridge.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Yanchulis children's educational fund, which is in process. Information on how to make a gift may be obtained by e-mailing ChucksLegacy(at)verizon.net.

His protracted illness may have sapped the strength of his body, but was never able to touch his spirit. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord. And let perpetual light shine upon him! His perpetual seeking will now be eternally rewarded and satisfied! May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Arrangements provided by Brinsfield Funeral Home.