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Charles Smith Obituary
Fairport: 57 of Fairport passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, after a courageous battle with cancer. He is predeceased by his father, Charles Smith, and his in-laws, Michael and Josephine Marrone. He is survived by his mother, Rose Smith; loving wife and caretaker, Grace; children Kristen Smith and Kurt Smith; brothers Larry (Lena) Smith, Garry Smith (Michelle LaPaglia) . He is also survived by his in-laws, Michael and Josephine Jones; several nieces and nephews, Heather (Chuck) Schrader, Trisha Jones; nephews, Robert (Shannon) Apel, Michael Apel, Garry Smith, David, Ryan, and Kevin Smith.
He was employed by Eastman Kodak Company for 26 years, before retiring in June 2007. Most recently, he was Director of Communications, Vice President, Film Products Group. Charlie was active in the PR industry, as a member and past president of the Rochester Chapter of PRSA.
Charlie will be remembered as a devoted, loving, husband and father, as well as a kind-hearted, caring individual. His enthusiasm for life, and charismatic personality was admired by many, particularly as he fought so vigorously the past 3.5 years.
Calling hours Saturday 1-3 and Sunday 1-4 at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, Egypt location, 7501 Pittsford-Palmyra Rd., Fairport. Funeral Mass, Monday 11 AM at St. John of Rochester Church, Fairport. Private interment. In lieu of flowers and for further information, log on to www.keenanfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Smith
Bob and Liz Scully
November 17, 2007
Grace, Kristen, and Kurt,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Charlie, a wonderful friend and neighbor, will be greatly missed.
Arlyene Soodik
November 12, 2007
Dear Charles,
You and your beautiful family will live in my Heart & Prayers forever.
My Respect Always,
Arlyene Soodik [Ketchum Mom]
Jean Wallace
November 11, 2007
Charlie and I have crossed paths many times during our careers at Kodak. He was always a joy to work with. He will truly be missed. My prayers are with you and your family.
Rhonda DeCann
November 11, 2007
Dear Kurt,
My thoughts and prayers have been with you and your mom and your sister Kristen these past 8 months. With my sister fighting this same disease i know what you and your family have had to face during this most difficult time. Please extend my most heartfelt sympathy to your family and may your cherished memories of your dad give you strength through each new tomorrow.
Rhonda
Rena Morrison
November 11, 2007
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Loron Oster
November 11, 2007
Dear Grace, Kristen and Kurt- what a great person Charlie was! A warm, funny and welcoming person who was willing to take on all challenges. My thought and prayers are with you and your wondererful family and Charlie.
Carol Stringer
November 10, 2007
Dear Grace and Family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Cindy & Jodi
November 10, 2007
Kurt-
Frank told me the sad news last night about your dad. I passed the news on to Jodi. I'm sorry we were unable to make it to the calling hours. Stay strong like I know that you are. I know we never got to meet your dad, but if you are anything like him, i'm sure he was a great man. Call us if you need anything.
Jim Lowitzer
November 10, 2007
I was sorry to hear of Charlies passing. I remember him well from the days at Eastman Pharmaceuticals.
Louis and Martha Pacilio
November 9, 2007
Please accept our deepest sympathies on the passing of Charlie. I (Lou)have fond memories of growing up in Utica with Skipper,Garry, and Larry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debbie Kummer
November 9, 2007
Dear Grace,
My heart and love is with you at this time.
November 9, 2007
Grace, We are so very sorry for your loss. We both thought Charlie was a very nice man. He is in a better place now with no pain.
Love Kevin and Diana Gallagher
Bonnie Cramer
November 9, 2007
Was saddened to hear of Charlie's passing. I worked with him at Kodak for several years, and he was a delight to work with. My sympathy to all of his family. He will be missed.
Mitch Goldstone
November 9, 2007
Around the world, Charlie made a difference. From California, we too are sorry to learn of his passing. His professionalism, kindness and non-stop “24/7” passion for Kodak and the industry will be missed. We knew Charlie for many years and he was also a mentor and role model. He was the voice and heart of Kodak, but his lessons are now in our hands to share with others.
May his memory be a blessing.
Mitch Goldstone & Carl Berman
30 Minute Photos Etc. & ScanMyPhotos.com, Irvine, CA
Chuck, Marilou & Jen Barry
November 9, 2007
Kurt & Family,
Greg called me last night to tell me about your Dad. I'm very sorry to hear of his passing. It was just a few weeks ago when we were tailgating at Skytop before the SU-Washington game. We had a good time. We got to know each other a little that day. A very nice guy. Kurt, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Unfortunately, it looks like I'll be unable to attend the wake or funeral, but our best wishes & prayers are with you. I look forward to seeing you the next time you're in town. Take care.
Anett and Justin
November 9, 2007
We are sorry to hear about Charlie's passing. Your family has our deepest sympathies.
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