Charles Edward Alfred

Charles “Chuck” Edward Alfred passed away unexpectedly at home on February 25, 2025. He was born on December 5, 1955, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska, to Russell Duane Alfred and Shirley Ann Popp Alfred. He spent most of his childhood in Bountiful, Utah, where he attended Viewmont High School.

On August 16, 1974, Chuck married Deborah Kay Tuckey. Together, they built a life in Magna, Utah, where they raised three children.

A true mechanical wizard, Chuck could repair anything—from small engines to heavy equipment. He and Debbie shared a passion for fast cars and jet fuel. Rumor has it that Chuck’s talent for souping up engines once led to his young bride receiving a stern lecture from the man in blue. Debbie’s street racing career ended that day, but Chuck, as far as we know, was never apprehended.

Chuck worked as a heavy equipment mechanic to provide for his growing family. He spent over a decade at Western Asphalt Paving, where he worked alongside his wife and extended family. That shop was his kingdom—its gleaming floors and tools lined up at the ready. Later, he shifted gears and joined Smith Power Products as a Generator Service Technician. With his son CJ by his side, Chuck installed, maintained, and repaired emergency generators for major hospitals, mining and oil corporations, and data centers across the western U.S. His fiercely loyal customers trusted him not for smooth words, but an uncompromising work ethic and a commitment to getting the job done right.

An avid outdoorsman, Chuck loved fishing, camping, snowmobiling, boating, waterskiing, and hunting on horseback. Summers were spent at Bear Lake and Rockport Reservoir, while Fall and Winter found him at Cold Springs in the Soapstone Basin, hunting deer and elk. He also enjoyed bowling with his league, the Murray Eagles, and had a passion for mountain man rendezvous. Known as “Woodchuck,” he, along with his young family—"Falling Star,” “Running Deer,” and “Broken Arrow”—spent many weekends year-round competing with period clothing and weapons as part of the Buckskin Brigade.

Chuck had a knack for making ordinary moments special. A simple phone call assigning a chore could lead to hidden Pokémon cards or if he had been out of town, it would mean your very own scratch-off or a new Chevron car. He also expressed his love through cooking—doing all the grocery shopping to ensure everyone’s favorites were always on hand. His legendary spaghetti recipe fed countless neighbors, friends, and family. To-go bags were a staple, and for decades, he made sure his elderly neighbors regularly had a home-cooked meal.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Dale, and his best friend and partner in crime, Jeff Winward. He is survived by his wife of over 50 years, Debbie; his children, Shelly (Erick) Shosted, CJ (Sabrina) Alfred, and John (Jami) Alfred; and his grandchildren, Harlie (Zach), Wyatt (Lexi), Dalton, Curtis, Payton, Tennyson, Levi, and Hayden. He also leaves behind three great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, his brother Bryan and sister Debbie Lynn.

Chuck lived a life full of adventure, love, and unwavering dedication to his family and friends. His stories, generosity, and mischievous spirit will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday March 4th at 11:00 am at the Lakeridge 4th Ward Chapel, 8059 West 2700 South Magna, Utah, with a viewing prior from 10:00-10:45 am.