DeLu

Chuck DeLu, 87, of Newport, N.C., passed away on Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023. He was born on Sept. 11, 1936, in Butler County, to Eugene and Mary DeLu.

Chuck, also known as Charles, was a man who was well loved and respected by everyone who knew him. He was a loving and caring husband of 38 years to his wife, JuJu DeLu. Chuck was also a dedicated stepfather to his stepson, JR Sweet, whom he cared for deeply and was incredibly proud of.

Chuck's professional career included working as an electronic specialist at Pullman Company. In addition, he was a farmer, managing 800 acres and becoming a leader in developing the cattle business with Beefalo. He was one of the first benefactors of St. Francis by the Sea in Indian Beach and a member of The Ocean Club in Indian Beach.

Chuck DeLu will be deeply missed by his wife, JuJu DeLu; stepson, JR Sweet; daughter-in-law, Ann Sweet; grandchildren, Ryan Sweet, Lilly Sweet DeAngelo, Tessa Sweet, Liam Sweet, Lucy Sweet and Ava Sweet; as well as his three great-grandchildren, Dexter Ryan, Cody Patrick and Maxwell Francis. His memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.

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