Chuck Fromm

While at Maranatha! Music, Chuck Fromm met his wife Stephanie, who was finishing her degree in communications at CSUF; they married on August 19, 1983. Their family began with the birth of Nicole on January 2, 1986, followed by Wesley on June 5, 1987, Taylor on February 28, 1989, Alexandra on March 17, 1992, and Michaela on September 20, 1999. Family and friends were always at the center of Chuck’s universe. Despite his hard work, he loved celebrating life and enjoying God’s creation, especially on trips to Hawaii and Yosemite/Bass Lake, where he created lasting memories of water-skiing, bike rides, and star-filled nights with games and ice cream sundaes. Chuck had a knack for turning business trips into special experiences, sharing history and adventure with each of his children. He took special pride in his children’s accomplishments, celebrating graduations and capturing moments to share on Facebook. Walking Nicole down the aisle to marry AJ Schrautemyer III and meeting his grandchildren, Isla Marie and Albert John IV, were among his proudest moments. The Fromm family actively participated in various roles at conferences and the magazine. Chuck and Stephanie loved hosting people in their home, including Bible studies led by Chuck’s cousin, Chuck Smith, Jr., where Chuck used his city management experience to resolve city ordinance issues for home gatherings. Chuck’s global circle of friends benefited from his endless creativity and ideas, one of which led to the critically acclaimed The Odes Project. Collaborating with close friends and scholars, this project was one of his most satisfying accomplishments.