Chuck Mawhinney was born on February 23, 1949 in Lakeview, Oregon, USA. He was married to Robin J. Hood and Marcilyn Price. He died on February 12, 2024 in Baker City, Oregon, USA.
In 1967 after graduating high school, and deer season, he joined the Marines attending Scout Sniper School at Camp Pendleton and graduated in 1968.
Was a spokesperson for Strider Knives. One of these knives is awarded to the top graduate of each class from the USMC Scout Sniper School in Camp Pendleton.
Has a daughter by his first wife and three sons by his second wife.
Graduated from Lakeview High School in Lakeview, Oregon in 1967.
Worked for the United States Forest Service until his retirement.