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Charles E. Moore, at 78, of Wrentham, boxer, vet

Charles J. Campisano 3/29/2012 Canton, MA

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Charles J.Campisano, of Canton, died March 29, 2012. He was 93.

Beloved husband of the late Ella “Helen” J. Fraccalvieri. Loving father of Kathleen Pals and her husband, Thomas of Mansfield, Jack Campisano and his wife, Darlene of Brockton and Charlene Vaccaro and her husband, Sal of Canton. Dear brother of Michael Campisano of East Walpole, Theodore Campisano and Frank Campisano both of Norwood and Yolanda Anderson of TX. He is also survived by his 7 cherished grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and his nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Funeral Services in Celebration of Charlie’s Life from the Roache – Pushard Family Home for Funerals, 210 Sherman Street, Canton, on Tuesday at 9 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial at Saint John the Evangelist Church at 10:30 a.m. Interment with Honors will follow at the Saint Mary’s Cemetery in Canton. Visiting hours will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday prior to Mass.

Expressions of sympathy to be made in his memory to the Town of Canton Veteran Services, 92 Pleasant Street, Williams Estate, Canton, MA 02021.

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Charles “Chuck” Donovan, 32

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Charles P. “Chuck” Donovan, 32, died Tuesday March 27, 2012. He was born in Winchester, MA May 22, 1979. He was educated in Haverhill Schools, and was a gradute of ITT Technical Institute where he majored in electronics. He was employed by Rytech. Chuck was an avid chess and Texas Holdem player.He was also an accomplished and enthusiastic cook. Chuck also loved guns and especially enjoyed cigars. He began rescuing birds at age 5, and most recently rescued an owl named Trigger. He is survived by his parents John “Jay” Donovan of Saco,ME., his mother Jeanne “Jon” Colgate of The Woodlands, TX. A brother Roger Seacole of Mont Vernon, NH. His paternal grandmother Helen Donovan of Haverhill. His maternal grandparents Roland and Shirley Colgate of Pocasset, MA. He is also surived by several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

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Michael Charles Bider, Jr. 4/1/2012 Lawrence, MA / Boston, MA

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Michael Charles Bider Jr., 87, a resident of Lawrence, Massachusetts, passed away on Sunday, April 1, 2012 at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, MA. He was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts on June 1, 1924, and was the son of Sarah Bistany Bider and Michael Charles Bider who both migrated from Lebanon in the early 1900′s. Michael grew up on Valley Street and through his childhood, worked alongside his father at the family grocery store. After attending grammar school and Lawrence High School, Michael was enrolled at the Boston Conservatory of Music where he studied composition. Michael then went on to receive his certification from Mass Radio and enlist in the United States Navy in 1942. He served our country as a radio man aboard the E V Johnson, a destroyer escort traveling throughout the Mediterranean. After being wounded in the course of duty, Michael promised that if he was lucky enough to return home to Lawrence, he would never leave again. Michael eventually made it back home – and he kept his word. He met the love of his life, Vincenza Tagliaferro Bider, whom he married in 1950. They moved to Tower Hill where they raised their sons, Michael C. Bider III and David A. Bider. Michael’s professional career as a supervisor at the Internal Revenue Service in Andover, Massachusetts spanned thirty years, but his passion was his family. Michael adored his wife and sons and lived with a zest for life that is rare. He was a storyteller and entertainer, who could keep any audience delighted and engaged. After retirement in 1979, Michael devoted his time to perfecting his sales pitch at his sons’ stores, enjoying every moment he could with Vinnie (whom he called his “guardian angel”) enthusiastically tending to their beautiful home and garden, and endlessly amusing his three loving grandchildren, Emily, Anne, and Katherine Bider. Michael was a devout lifetime member of Saint Joseph’s Melkite Church where he served on numerous committees and associations. Michael is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Vincenza, son Michael and his wife Joanne of Essex, MA, son David and his wife Sylvia of Andover, MA, grandchildren, Emily, Anne and Katherine, cousin, Thomas Bistany of Methuen, MA and many other family members and friends. Michael was predeceased by his brother James (Jimmy) Bider. One of Michael’s favorite quotes from the philosopher Kahlil Gibran’s, The Prophet was “For what is it to die, but to stand naked in the wind and to melt in to the sun . . . . And what is it to cease breathing, but to free the breath from its restless tides, that it may rise and expand and seek god unencumbered . . . when the Earth has claimed our limbs, then we shall truly dance.”
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, April 5, 2012 at 1:00 P.M. in St. Joseph Melkite Catholic Church, 241 Hampshire St., Lawrence, MA. Burial will follow in the Bellevue Cemetery also in Lawrence, MA. Family and friends may call on Wednesday, April 4, 2012 from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the John Breen Memorial Funeral Home, Inc., 122 Amesbury St., Lawrence, MA. To send an online condolence or for more information, please go to www.breenfuneralhome.com.

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Hart, Charles

Kelley Jr., Charles J

Charles Gates, 68

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Charles E. Gates, 68, of Sun City Center, FL died Friday evening, February 17, 2012, following a long illness. He was born and raised in Haverhill, MA, son of the late Ralph and Rolanda (Parenteau) Gates.

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Charles A. ‘Chicky’ Lamb 4/5/2012 Charlton, MA

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Worcester
Charles A. ‘Chicky’ Lamb
On Thursday, April 5, 2012, Charles A. Lamb passed away after a brief period of declining health.
Chicky was born December 9, 1942 in Worcester to Charles J. and Esther (Brash) Lamb. Although he contracted polio at nine months of age, he defined the odds and went on to live a meaningful and inspiring life.
Making the most of each and every day, Chicky could often be found outdoors with his shades on catching rays, and maybe driving a little too fast in his motorized wheelchair. Material possessions were not important to Chick. His idea of wealth was family, friends, good conversation and a beautiful day. He was also a music lover and enjoyed going to concerts. Always a ladies man, Chicky was at his best when in company of beautiful women. His dry sense of humor and carefree attitude could always bring a smile during the most unexpected times. His optimism will always be remembered by those who knew and loved him.
He leaves his loving family, his sister Marjorie Burlingame and her husband Kenyon, his nephew James and niece, Christine all of Charlton. Chick’s older sister Gloria passed in 1960 and he is also survived by her daughter Laura Favreau.
At his request, the funeral service was private. Chicky’s family wishes to extend their gratitude to all those who helped make his life brighter by being there for him.

“Rest easy now Chick, you were much loved.”

An honest man now lies at rest
As e’er God with his image blest;
The friend of man, the friend of truth,
The friend of age, and guide of youth:
Few hearts like his, with virtue warm’d,
Few heads with knowledge so inform’d :
If there’s another world, he lives in bliss;
If there is none, he made the best of this.
-Robert Burns

The Robert J. Miller-Charlton Funeral Home, 175 Old Worcester Rd., assisted Chick’y family with arrangements.
On Line Guest Book: RJMillerfunerals.net

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Charles Jackson “Jack” Hoover, Sr. 4/8/2012 Duxbury, MA

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Charles Jackson Hoover, Sr. (“Jack”), age 82, of Duxbury, MA, passed away Sunday April 8, 2012 at the Allerton House in Duxbury.

Jack was the beloved husband of the late Joan K. (Salvucci) Hoover; devoted father of Charles Jackson Hoover, Jr and his wife Kelli of Marietta, GA, and Reid Allen Hoover of Spring Hill, FL; loving grandfather of Charles Jackson Hoover III and Reid Allen Hoover, Jr., and dear brother of Lorna Hoover of Chelsea, MA.

A family graveside service was held at the Mayflower Cemetery, 774 Tremont Street, Duxbury, MA on Thursday, April 12, 2012.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Duxbury Bay Maritime School, 457 Washington Street, Snug Harbor, Duxbury, MA 02331.

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Charles A, “Chuck” Murphy, Jr. 4/5/2012 Wayland, MA / Wellesley, MA / Chatham, MA

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Charles A . “Chuck” Murphy, Jr. of Wellesley, Chatham and formerly Wayland, passed away on April 5, 2012 in Naples, FL.
He was born on October 8, 1934 in Providence RI, the son of the late Charles A. Murphy Sr., and Martina (Powers) Murphy.
Mr. Murphy was preceded in death by two children, Joanne and Bruce Murphy. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Barbara A. Murphy of Wellesley; son James and his wife Shelagh of Wayland MA; grandchildren Michael and Meghan Murphy; as well as his sister Martina Withers of Woodbridge, CT.
Chuck spent his formative years in Winchester, graduating from Winchester High School in 1952 as a stand out athlete in baseball, and member of a state championship basketball team. Chuck was a 1956 graduate of Colgate University in Hamilton N.Y., where he also played semi-professional hockey for the Clinton Comets. He was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, serving as both a helicopter and jet pilot between the Korean and Vietnam Wars. Chuck then entered the life insurance business as an agent for Home Life Insurance Co., and went on to amass a stellar 50+ year career, becoming a life and qualifying member of The Million Dollar Round Table. He was also President of The Executive Compensation Group, LLC in Waltham, MA, where he specialized in estate and insurance planning.
Chuck was an avid golfer and a member of Woodland Golf Club in Auburndale, MA and Cape Cod National Golf Club in Brewster MA. Chuck and his wife Babs enjoyed splitting their time between their Wellesley and Chatham homes, and often wintered in Naples, FL. Chuck enjoyed travel and the outdoors, but he especially loved watching his grandchildren Michael and Meghan play sports.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 27, 2012 at 11:00 o’clock at The Church of The Holy Spirit, 169 Rice Road (Off Route 30), Wayland MA.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 220 North Main Street, Suite 104, Natick, MA 01760.

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Charles A. Doherty 4/15/2012 Windham, NH / Burlington, MA / Wilmington, MA

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Charles A. Doherty age 34 of Windham, NH, died Sunday at the Parkland Medical Center, Derry, NH, after an apparent heart attack.

He was born in Winchester, MA, grew up and was educated in Burlington, MA.
He later graduated with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from UNH in Durham, NH. He was a resident of Windham for the past 6 years, formerly of Wilmington, MA.

Charles was a Civil Engineer for Bohler Engineering in Southboro, MA, and was a member of St. Matthew’s Church in Windham. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and camping, running, and playing softball. He also enjoyed traveling and spending time with family and friends. Most of all he loved being a dad.

He is survived by his wife Kori (Michalek) Doherty of Windham

Children: Ryan & Amber Doherty of Windham

Parents: John & Lois (Woodbury) Doherty of Burlington, MA

Brothers: John Doherty Jr. of Chelmsford, MA
Christopher Doherty of Wakefield, MA
Daniel Doherty of Westford, MA

Several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, April 19th at 10:00 AM at St. Matthew’s Parish, Windham, NH. Burial will follow in Cemetery on the Plain, Windham. Calling hours will be Wednesday, April 18th from 4-8 PM at the Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main St, Salem, NH.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a trust fund set up for Ryan & Amber Doherty, C/O Bank of America, 220 No. Broadway, Salem, NH 03079

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Charles A. Doherty, 34

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Charles A. Doherty age 34 of Windham, NH, died Sunday at the Parkland Medical Center, Derry, NH, after an apparent heart attack. He was born in Winchester, MA, grew up and was educated in Burlington, MA. He later graduated with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from UNH in Durham, NH. He was a resident of Windham for the past 6 years, formerly of Wilmington, MA. Charles was a Civil Engineer for Bohler Engineering in Southboro, MA, and was a member of St. Matthew’s Church in Windham. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and camping, running, and playing softball. He also enjoyed traveling and spending time with family and friends. Most of all he loved being a dad. He is survived by his wife Kori (Michalek) Doherty of Windham, Children: Ryan & Amber Doherty of Windham, Parents: John & Lois (Woodbury) Doherty of Burlington, MA, Brothers: John Doherty Jr. of Chelmsford, MA, Christopher Doherty of Wakefield, MA, Daniel Doherty of Westford, MA, Several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins.

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Charles L. Stuart, worked for Amherst schools

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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Charles "Charlie" L. Stuart, 78, of Port St. Lucie, died March 20, 2012, at Kindred Medical Center in West Palm Beach.

Born at home Feb. 1, 1934, to the late Henry and Rose (Pine) Stuart, he was raised in Easthampton, Mass.

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Charles H. Kotseas 4/11/2012 Worcester, MA

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Charles H. Kotseas, age 87, passed to another place in time on Wednesday evening, April 11, 2012, with his beloved Eleni (Helen), devoted wife of sixty-six years lying beside him. His three daughters, Paula Anderson, Andrea Kotseas and Vickie McMahon were holding his hands when he spoke. “You are my loving and wonderful daughters, and I am very proud of you for the quality and dignity that you bring to my name.” Then he voiced softly, “Eleni, I will wait for you in heaven.” Charlie was predeceased by his precious and brave daughter, Connie DiVincentis. Now they will be together again. Charles had much to be proud of when speaking of his grandchildren and great-grandchild because they are all intelligent, well-educated, well-mannered, kind and thoughtful people. He leaves his grandson, Marc DiVincentis, his wife, Danielle and his great-grandson, Anthony Divincentis, his grandson, Brett C. Anderson, his granddaughters, Cali and Cristi O’Connor, his son-in-law, George McMahon and his grandsons, Christopher Pierson and Nicholas McMahon. We know his wish is that all his grandchildren continue to make a positive imprint on this world. Charles leaves friends and loved ones in Greece, with whom he kept in close touch on a weekly basis. In fact, he spoke with his dear nephew in Greece on the evening previous to his passing, saying, “Einai oti einai,” (It is what it is.) He looked forward to the frequent visits and lunches he shared with his sisters, Mary, Venus and Ginny, escorted by Ginny’s husband, Steve. A fourth sister, Georgia, does not live locally. Charlie was predeceased by his brother, Paul, and sisters, Helen and Claire. He also enjoyed the company of the many “brothers of the church”, while he played cards and drank Greek coffee at the Ahepa. Of note are two who made him especially happy, his buddy, Dennis Dionis, and Teddy Tembenis, his wife’s cousin. These are the family and friends who mattered to him, so thank you to all of you for being there for him.

Charles was the epicenter of activity, always thinking, planning and working. He gave from his heart to St. Spyridon’s Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Worcester and to Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Webster. He was constant, consistent and generous in supporting church activities. In addition, he and his brother, Paul, funded the construction of a small village church that their father had begun in Ioanina, Greece. In 1990, Charles was inducted as an “archon” of the church by the Greek Archdiocese of North and South America, in a ceremony held in New York City. Charles served his country in United States Navy as a radioman during World War II, doing much of his service in the Phillipines. His feelings of patriotism and dedication to the mission of organized fraternity continued following the war. Charles was a long time member of the Lion’s Club, and a life time member of the Veterans of Foreign War and the Brotherhood of the Masons. He was a sustaining member of the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association, and was a member of The American Legion, the AARP and affiliated with his naval service he was a member of the United States LST Association.

Charles never really retired because he kept his hands and mind active concerning his commercial real estate business. He and his brother, Paul, started Phillip’s Market in the latter part of the 1940’s, with locations in Auburn and Whitinsville. Eventually, real estate became his business. Unfortunately, Charles was plagued by the triple whammy of congestive heart failure, diabetes and kidney failure, but that did not prevent him from carrying on business as usual. He was brave, valiant and dignified in his approach to dealing with the woes of the diseases. He leaves the fruits of his labors to Eleni who cried quietly and then sobbed noisily at his passing. His daughters, Paula, Andrea and Vickie, and the memories of Connie are his fruits which have made him burst with pride.

In the style of “The Spoon River Anthology”, a poem by Edgar Lee Masters, Charlie would have written his elegy, “I worked hard, never gave up, shared and cared about people, the environment and my wonderful wife and daughters. I made mistakes from which I learned, and I am thankful for God’s love and forgiveness. My final wish is that the evil people of this world STOP being so!”

A private service so his family could say their prayers for him prior to interment was held at O’Connor Brothers Funeral Home, Worcester, officiated by Father Dean Paleologos. If you would like to make a donation in the honor and memory of Charles H. Kotseas, the Family Center Building Fund of St. Spyridon’s Cathedral was very dear to his heart. Other options are The American Heart Association, The Diabetes Association and The National Kidney Foundation.

John Lennon sang, “All you need is LOVE.” Dad, no one else will ever know how much you loved us. Thank you for who you were to us in life and to all the lessons of love and memories you planted for us. Your presence is still strong in our hearts. See you later.

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Charles T. O’Shea, 74

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Charles T. “Charlie” O’Shea, 74, of Peabody, died early Saturday morning at the Merrimack Valley Hospice House in Haverhill following a courageous two-year battle with cancer.

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Charles T. O’Shea, 74

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Charles T. “Charlie” O’Shea, 74, of Peabody, died early Saturday morning at the Merrimack Valley Hospice House in Haverhill following a courageous two-year battle with cancer.

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