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CHARLES J. Yoos II

1946 - 2018

CHARLES J. Yoos II obituary, 1946-2018

CHARLES Yoos Obituary

Yoos, II
COLONEL CHARLES J. YOOS, II
April 16, 1946 November 26, 2018
Chuck Yoos grew up in Lisbon, Ohio, with his parents Charles and Alice Yoos, and sister, Sandy. He accepted an appointment at the Air Force Academy after high school graduation.
Graduating fourth in his USAFA class in 1968, Chuck began his 30 year career in the Air Force by attending UCLA Graduate School and receiving the MBA in 1969. That was also the year that Chuck married Linda Betz, his wife of 49 years. They have two children, Heidi and Jake. Chuck later earned a DBA from the University of Colorado.
He served on the faculty at USAFA for 19 years, retiring in 1998, after which he was appointed Academy Professor Emeritus. During the 1990's he was extensively involved in Academy honor and character development. He joined the faculty at Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado and taught there in the School of Business Administration until 2017.
Chuck and his family have been serving the Lord at Monument Presbyterian Church for over 30 years.
After a long battle with cancer, Chuck leaves behind a family tremendously grateful for the life he led and their time together.
Chuck's interment will be at 1:00 at the USAFA cemetery on Monday, December 10.
A Memorial service will be held at Monument Community Presbyterian Church at 3:00 that same day. In lieu of flowers make donations to St. Jude's Hospital MCPC Capital Improvement.

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Published by The Gazette from Dec. 5 to Dec. 9, 2018.

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Lynda Jeanne (Tygard) Cassady

January 6, 2026

Cousin Chuck, I always looked up to & admired you. You lived a highly principled life and I still read your Papers occasionally just to hear your voice. You are sorely missed by family, including me. Some day, we will all be reunited in Heaven.

Frank Donald

February 2, 2020

Dr. Yoos, a professor whose inspiration contributed to my education at Fort Lewis College. Thank you Dr. Yoos and always a joy just to say hello and stop by your office for a word or two. We wrote poems in one of our take home essays, in addition to our in-class exam. I wrote about Veterans, since my Father was one. One day, he was in the Student Union having lunch and he called me over, he said Frank, "it brought a tear to my eye." That touched me and I will never forget. If you would like a copy, let me know, [email protected]

Laura Yale

January 3, 2019

So sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. A true gentleman and gentle man. Wish our teaching years overlapped for more years before I retired. My prayers go out for Linda and the family.

Dennis McLain

December 27, 2018

I was deeply saddened to learn that a classmate at both USAFA and UCLA, and later a faculty colleague in the Academy Management Department had passed away. I have fond memories of suffering through endless meetings to better manage what seemed to be a well-organized department, and in contrast to the clutter in my office, he making that point much more eloquently and with less volume than me, and the 3 or 4 books he kept on his desk - all, he said, that he ever needed. RIP, Chuck.

Raymond Pettus

December 15, 2018

So sorry to hear of the passing of Charles.
May he rest in Peace.
Dr. Ray Pettus Class of 1968

Anthony Babcock

December 13, 2018

Col Yoos was an amazing officer and instructor, both patient and kind. At the end of my four years at USAFA, he is one of only two instructors worth remembering. I am sorry for your loss, and sorry I didn't take the chance to let him know what an impact he has had on my Air Force career.

Rick Gore

December 12, 2018

Chuck was a wonderful mentor and friend to me @ Fort Lewis College. I will never forget his encouragement and kindness. He inspired me to become a better professor and person. Love to Linda and their kids.

William Downey

December 12, 2018

Dr Yoos had an incredible influence on my undergraduate study abroad experience in La Rochelle France. His contribution to academia were something to be admired. To Linda and his family your thoughts and Prayers are w you.

SOBA International Business Class 2005

Sarah Gilchrist

December 11, 2018

I had the pleasure of knowing Dr. Yoos during my time at FLC. Not only was he a brilliant mind with a knack for making tough concepts understandable, but he had a warmth about him that you don't find in many. He truly cared about his students and was always with a smile. My sincerest condolences to the Yoos family.

Jessica (Porter) Keene

December 11, 2018

Dr. Yoos made such an impression on me and probably forever altered the course of my life through the rich conversation about business and life that he offered in his class. I am very sad to hear of his passing but but know that he was just that type of person to impact people where-ever he went. I'm thankful to have crossed paths with him at FLC.

Rick Gore

December 11, 2018

Chuck was a wonderful mentor and friend to me @ Fort Lewis College. I will never forget his encouragement and kindness. He inspired me to become a better professor and person. Love to Linda.

Mick Fekula

December 10, 2018

In 1986, Chuck was the one who really mentored me in the area of Organizational Theory. He challenged me and motivated me toward an academic career.

Mick Fekula

December 10, 2018

In 1986, Chuck was the one who really mentored me in the area of Organizational Theory. He challenged me and motivated me toward an academic career.

Chloe Cantwell-Taylor

December 8, 2018

Back in the 1990's Chuck agreed to join me in the establishment of the Children's Museum here in Colorado Springs. He had such a kindness about him. He was very generous in spirit and had the ideas and creativity and the willingness to figure out ways to excite the kids with exhibits made by the Cadets from the Air Force Academy. What joy he brought to all of us. He will be remembered always with love. May our Lord and Savior bring you all peace.

Rena Cole

December 7, 2018

Chuck was a wonderful colleague at Fort Lewis and I had the utmost respect for him. My most heartfelt condolences to his friends and family.

Doug and Sue Hall

December 6, 2018

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

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