Charles G. "Chet" Chase, age 76, of Collegeville, PA passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2026.

He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on December 15, 1949 to the late Charles William Chase and the late Evelyn Maree (Hill) Chase.

He was the wife of the late Noreen Chase.

Chet has been living in Collegeville since 1988, formerly of Pennsauken, NJ. He was a member of the Freemasons and in his younger years had been active in his lodge where he served as Grand Master. He was a longtime active member of Alcoholics Anonymous and served as a mentor to many newer members. He also volunteered with Grief Share after the passing of his wife Noreen. He volunteered providing dog therapy to local senior living facilities. He enjoyed shooting and was a member of the Lower Providence Rod and Gun Club.

He honorably served in the U.S. Navy.

He is survived by his sister, Carol Chase of Phoenixville, PA; two nephews, William Chase; and Matthew Chase; two great nieces, Evelyn and Cora; and great nephew, Rylan. He is also survived by cousins and many dear friends.

Along with his wife and parents, Chet was preceded in death by his brother, William Chase and sister, Mary Jane Chase.

A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life will be held on November 12th at 11am at the William Penn Inn, 1017 DeKalb Pike, Gwynedd, Pennsylvania 19436. Please use the Banquet entrance at the rear of the building. Family and friends will be welcome to share memories of Chet during the service.

In lieu of flowers, Chet's family would appreciate memorial contributions made in his name to the Pottstown Regional Public Library Youth Services Department, 500 E. High St., Pottstown, PA 19464.

Arrangements are entrusted to Moore, Snear & Ruggiero Funeral Home - Trappe, 224 West Main Street, Trappe, PA 19426, (610) 489-7900 www.msrfh.com