Charles William "Chuck" Lutter, Jr., passed on July 9, 2026. Born in Kenosha, WI, on July 12, 1944, to Eva and Charles William Lutter, Chuck grew up alongside a vast, close-knit family whom he dearly loved.
After graduating from the University of Wisconsin in 1966, Chuck was commissioned into the United States Air Force through Officer Training School. He earned his navigator wings and bravely flew 138 combat bombing missions in the B-52 during the Vietnam War, and was rapidly selected as an instructor and received multiple decorations for his meritorious service.
Following his military separation, Chuck pursued his love for history and law, and graduated with honors from St. Mary’s University School of Law in 1976. During his first year of law school, he met the love of his life, Carol Hamilton Ewing. They married on July 13, 1974, and built a beautiful life in Texas, blessed with two sons. Chuck enjoyed a distinguished and lauded legal career specializing in corporate governance and securities law.
Deeply committed to his community, Chuck dedicated much of his life in the service of others. He will always be remembered for his countless years of leadership and mentorship with the Boy Scouts of America. Additionally, he served as a long-time Trustee for the Boysville Foundation. He was proud to serve as President of the Kiwanis Club of San Antonio. Chuck always credited his achievements to the unwavering support of his wife, Carol, who shared his passion for helping others.
Chuck was not all business. He loved University of Wisconsin Badgers’ sports, watching and playing tennis, especially mixed doubles with his wife. He is widely regarded amongst friends and family as a connoisseur of fine wine and a master at grilling steaks. His curiosity led him to appreciate everything from classical music and cinema to ancient history, reflecting a lifelong desire to keep learning and growing.
Chuck is survived by: his loving wife, Carol; his two sons and daughters-in-law, Charles William Lutter III and his wife Astrid, Scott Hamilton Lutter and his wife, Rachael and grandson, Finn. Chuck is also remembered by his brother-in-law Dave Martin; his brother, Bob Lutter; his sister, Dorothy Lutter; cousins, nieces, nephews, and his Ewing in-laws: David and Kay, John and Judy, Jan and Frank Hibbitts. He has joined his parents, sister Corrine, and sister-in-law Marty in peace.
Military funeral honors and committal services will be held on Friday, October 16, 2026, at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery (1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd, San Antonio, TX). Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Boysville Foundation, UT Health Science Center San Antonio, or the Texas Biomedical Research Institute.