Charles Arnold Hotlen

Charles Arnold Hotlen, age 82, of rural Viroqua, passed away on Saturday, October 24th, 2026. He was born December 6th, 1943, to the late Jasel and Harriet (Simonson) Hotlen. Chuck lived in the Viroqua area all his life and graduated from Viroqua High School in 1961. On October 13, 1987, he married Shari Funk.

Chuck loved to spend time with his family. He adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and doted on them whenever he had the opportunity. Chuck had a deep love for antique cars. That love started at a young age and lasted his lifetime. He collected and was always in the process of restoring his Henry J's made by Kisser Frazer from the 1950's. He also had a vast collection of model cars. Chuck loved to go to car shows, farmers markets, flea markets and antiquing.

Chuck started working on the family farm and then went on to work at a cheese factory and a local service station. He worked for Shaller Jacobson in La Crosse until he retired in 2014.

Survivors include his two daughters, Lorna (Carl) Nabbefeld of Kaukauna and Joy (Tim) Loendorf of Appleton; four grandchildren, Heidi Jo (Josh) Hill, Benjamin (Sonya) Van Haaster, Kevin Nabbefeld and Kari (Daniel) Nabbefeld. He also has three nephews Matthew, Luke and Chad Hotlen.

He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Shari.

Chuck was a wonderful, loving, caring and kind person and will be deeply missed.

A private service will be held at Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Home in Viroqua. Chuck will be laid to rest at the Viroqua Cemetery.

Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Home & Crematory is serving Chuck's family.

123 W. Decker St.

Viroqua, WI 54665

608-637-2100