Charles "Chuck" James Tumey's Obituary
Charles James “Chuck” Tumey, age 82 of Rogers, passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was born August 5, 1940, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Charles and Mary Jane (White) Tumey.
Chuck graduated from Perdue University and later pursued a master’s degree in electrical engineering from Stanford University. He bravely served in the United States Navy and was present during the invasion at the Bay of Pigs. Chuck was a certified Mensa and was a member of the team that created the modern infusion pump that revolutionized medical care. He was a devoted husband and father and loved his family dearly.
Chuck is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Robbyn Tumey of the home; his son Brentt Tumey and his wife Jessica of Rogers, Kristen Almeida of Rogers; his grandchildren, Kaitlyn Tumey, Alec Almeida, Aden Almeida, Brooke Tumey, and Maxx Tumey, sisters Betty and Joann and nephew Christopher Tumey of Moss Bush, LA with a host of extended friends.
A private celebration of life will be held at his beloved lake house.
To place an online tribute, please visit www.bernafuneralhomes.com
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