On January 24th, the Eastside Business Journal reported the passing of Charles Lill of DeLille Cellars:

It is with great sadness and fond reflection that we share with you the passing of Charles Lill, co-founder of DeLille Cellars. Charles died peacefully on the morning of January 12 after a long battle with congestive heart failure. He was a beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Business Leader. He was an amazing man and a true life force that positively touched the lives of so many people. Charles’ charming ways and his passion for family, the people he met, and life in general, was contagious.

The memorial services were held privately for the family, and they requested that in lieu of flowers people send contributions to the Washington Wine Industry Foundation.