Charles Frederick Gieswein, 91, of Silver Spring, MD passed away on November 18, 2013 in Bethesda, MD. He was born in Holly, Colorado on April 8, 1922 to Frederick and LuLu Gieswein.

Charles was predeceased by his parents and his wife Syble Gieswein.

Charles is survived by both his children, Robert E. Neumeister of Reston, VA and Carol Benke of Port Republic, MD. He is also survived by his three grandchildren Robert C. Neumeister, Elizabeth A. Singhaus, and Kristin A. Benke. In addition to his immediate family he also leaves behind his sister Lena Mae Emil of Woodburn, Oregon.

Charles has served his country for more than 30 years in the Air Force and retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

After retirement Charles developed a passion for cooking and enjoyed the happiness the end result brought to so many people. It was a way to spend time with loved ones and the people he cared for the most. He was a man who was always concerned over other people's happiness before his own, and that is one ingredient that was in abundance in his recipe for life. He also enjoyed painting and gardening to pass the time and the enjoyment it gave him from the end result.

The services for Charles will take place at Arlington National Cemetery and were entrusted to the Rausch Funeral Home of Port Republic, MD 20676.