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Charles Herlihy Obituary

HERLIHY, Charles Of Lexington, formerly of Belmont, Sept. 23, 2008. Suddenly at age 50. Beloved son of Mary Ann (Doliber) of Belmont and the late John F. Brother of John and his wife Beverly of NJ, Michael and his wife Michelle of Marlborough, Peter and his wife Sue of Hamilton, Kathleen Marks and her husband Dana of N.Andover, Will and his wife Jenn of Charlestown. Loving uncle of Colleen, Jill, Stephanie, Krista, Molly, Sarah, Jessie, Yoo-Ra, Michael Min, Ashleigh, Alexandra, Devon, Marin, and the late John. Also survived by aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral from the Brown & Hickey Funeral Home, 36 Trapelo Rd. BELMONT , Monday at 8 am. Funeral mass in St. Peter's Church 100 Concord Ave. Cambridge at 9 am. Relatives and kindly invited. Visiting hours omitted. Interment St. Patrick's Cemetery, Watertown. In lieu of flowers, please donations in Charles' memory to the Friends of Lexington Bikeways, c/o Abe Shenker, 6 Stedman Road, Lexington, MA 02421 or to the charity of your choice. For info and online guestbook. www.brownandhickey.com Brown & Hickey Funeral Home Belmont,MA 617-484-2534 617-547-1500

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Published by Boston Globe on Sep. 27, 2008.

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September 26, 2009

The family did the American Heart walk in Septemebr,in memory for Charlie.It was the 1yr aniversary that Charlie passed away on September 23rd.Rest in Peace.We miss you.Love Kathy

Lori-Anne Facella Dufresne

November 11, 2008

My condolensces to the whole Herlihy Family. Charlie's sister Kathy is like a sister to me and our friendship has thrived for over 20 years. Charlie had always been kind and welcoming to me at every gathering I attended. I remember one which I had brought a (very Basic) salad, and how Charlie raved about it the whole time. He had the gift of making a simple gesture seem so very much appreciated, and had a way to make everyone feel special and good about themselves.

Kathleen Herlihy-Marks

October 17, 2008

Fond memories of my brother Charlie.wonderful cook, biker,great sense of humor.My daughters Ashleigh and Alexandra adored him and they would always joke with him.Love Always.Kathy,Ashleigh,Dana,Allie/

Joel Coran

October 13, 2008

John and Bev....

Please accept our condolences in regard to Charlie's passing. Our prayers are with both of you and your families.

Joel and Eileen Coran and Family

Stacey Hamilton

September 30, 2008

We were so sad to hear about Charlie, and our hearts go out to his family and friends. We did not know him well, but always looked forward to his quiet, gentle humor during our daily Starbucks visit. His kindness to our children was always appreciated. He would often share stories about his many nieces and nephews. He was definitely someone who was a bright spot in our Lexington world. We miss him.

Garth McCavana

September 30, 2008

I was so shocked to hear the devastating news about Charlie when I returned from a trip overseas yesterday. A few years ago Charlie would ride regularly with Quad Cycles in Arlington and as we lived close to each other in Lexington we would often make the last part of the ride home together. We traded cycling stories and especially broken collarbone stories. I came to know Charlie as a genuinely warm and good human being who was devoted to his family. My deepest condolences to all of Charlie's family.

Kathy O'Keefe

September 29, 2008

We were saddened to hear the news of Charlie's death. My husband and I both worked with Charlie many years ago at LTX Corporation. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family today.
Take care, Kathy and Kevin O'Keefe

Ed Sheffield

September 29, 2008

I'm going to miss you Charlie. My frequent visits to Starbucks will not be the same without our chats about the bikeway, the old Lexington neighborhoods, the great meadow or how you have always wanted to give Bretton Woods a try. I will always remember you as a good friend.

Jennifer Young

September 28, 2008

I was so saddened to hear about Chalrlie - I was so fond of him. Like many, while I didn't know him all that well, I had the pleasure of knowing him casually for over nine years, and he had come to mean a great deal to me and to my son, who is autistic. I've found that life is mostly made up of the little things, and Charlie is such a happy memory of those times. He was funny, had a wealth of knowledge, and had a true charm to him. He was lovely to my son, always patiently waiting for his often much delayed answers to questions. When we left the area recently, we made up an album of family, close friends and those few who just made our lives nicer on a regular basis - Charlie's picture is first in that latter category. Godspeed. Our thanks to Charlie for the many years of kindnesses and our deepest sympathies to his family and close friends.

Colette Stukas

September 28, 2008

My heart was crushed when I heard the awful news about Charlie. I was glad that I had a chance to spend time with him on Labor Day. We had a good time that day and we all enjoyed talking politics. It was always a pleasure to see him - he was always smiling. My prayers are with the entire Herlihy family. With deep sadness, Colette Stukas (Michelle Herlihy's sister)

moe

September 27, 2008

I am so sorry for the sudden and shocking death of Charlie. He was always a bright spot in his quiet and consistant way. It is hard to believe that I will never see him again and share conversations and coffee at Starbucks or out front on the bench. He always talked about his family especially his Dad..... rest in peace Charlie. Love Moe

Jeanne Marie Plourde

September 27, 2008

We would like to let all of the Herlihy family know how saddened we were to hear about Charlie. Russell and I are grateful that we were able to spend time with him on Labor Day, and to share in his enthusiasm for the tomatoes and basil that he brought from his garden. He was a good guy and he will be sorely missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.
Love, Jeanne Marie

Sandra Larsson

September 27, 2008

Charles, I knew you only a short time, but enjoyed our brief acquaintance... I can see by the sorrow in your friends and customers at Starbucks just how much you are loved and missed...
Also, I heard someone mention your deep affection for you father and pray you are together again in God's love and peace.........Sandy....

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