Charles E. Moore of Wrentham, formerly of Canton and Walpole, died March 26, 2012 after a long illness. He was 78 years old.
Charles grew up in Canton,attended Canton Schools, and as a boy enjoyed swimming in Bolivar Pond. Upon graduating high school he joined the United States Marine Corps. It was there where he became the San Diego “Golden Gloves” champion in boxing. He proudly boxed around the world with the Marines and retired as a Sergeant. Charles also proudly sparred with legendary boxer Rocky Marciano.
After his military service he he lived in Walpole for over 20 years where he raised his family. He worked for Emerson and Cumming in Canton for over 47 years until retiring in 2006. Charles enjoyed spending time with his family and freshwater fishing with his sons.
Loving and devoted husband of Lauren M. Moore (Coletti). Loving father of Diane Pacuk of Plainville, Joanne Tagerman of Plainville, Charles “Chuck” Moore of E. Bridgewater, Robert Moore of Norton, Peter Moore of Wrentham, and the late Ryan Moore. Loving brother of Frances Clines of Canton, Roger Moore of Stoughton, Mary Geoghegan of Canton, and the late William Moore. Charles is also survived by 9 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours Friday, March 30, 2012, from 9-11 AM followed by a service in the Pushard Family Funeral Home 210 Sherman St., Canton. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Interment Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to the Norfolk Adult Day Health Center 595 Pleasant St. Norwood, Ma 02062.
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