Charles G. Matthews will be missed for his enormous contributions to clinical neuropsychology, but even more for his wisdom, integrity, wit, humility, compassion, and eloquence. It was these personal characteristics which made Chuck an extraordinary, yet quiet leader. His influential role in the inception and continuing development of our major organizations earned him a position among our profession's “Founding Fathers.” He was president of Division 40 (1989), INS (1991), and ABCN (1991–1993), but his influence spanned decades. He quietly served behind the scenes as an advisor to presidents of these organizations who recognized his perspicacity and ability to see all sides of a given issue.