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Charlene Carell Obituary

CARELL, Charlene M. (Chlebda) 52, beloved wife of Michael Carell of Acton, died on October 18, 2008, after a long illness with cancer. She recently retired from Natick Labs where she worked as a secretary for 30 years. Charlene & Michael were married on June 15, 2008 in a garden ceremony at Michael's parents' home. In addition to her husband she is survived by a brother Gerry Chlebda of Jacksonville, FL.; her mother & father-in-law Harriet & Edwin Carell of Acton, & many close friends. She was the daughter of the late Joseph & Rose (Rooney) Chlebda. Visiting hours are Wed. Oct. 22nd from 5-8pm at the Acton Funeral Home, 470 Mass Ave (Rte 111) ACTON. The funeral Mass will be celebrated Thurs. Oct. 23rd at 10:00AM in St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church, 89 Arlington St. Acton. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Acton, at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Bethke Cancer Center at Emerson Hospital, 133 ORNAC, Concord, MA. 01742. Acton Funeral Home www.thoughtfulguidance.com

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Published by Boston Globe on Oct. 20, 2008.

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Donna

October 14, 2022

I think of her and Gerry all the time. Loved them both.

VB

May 17, 2009

Charlene was a very good friend of mine and like a second mom to my child. She was always kind and we visited each other no matter where we were living. I miss her so much. I know she is watching over all of us. I am happy she met Mike when she did. He was the best man for Charlene and loved her so much. I am glad she was able to have those happy loving years with him. Thinking of you always. Love you.

Chad Donahue

February 9, 2009

I knew Charlene from the Natick Labs when I was there as a soldier. Charlene and I quickly became good friends right up until the day I left. I kept in touch with her about once a year or so (even though I left about 17 years ago), and knew she was sick. I only recently heard of her passing, and it is very sad. Charlene was a great loving person who I am happy to have known. She will be missed.

Reid Lamothe

November 2, 2008

I was so very saddened to hear of Charlene's passing. Jackie and I had the blessing and honor of singing at her first wedding. The whole Clebda family, Rose, Gerard, Ronny, Debby and the girls are like family to us......my sympathies and blessing's to all of you, as well as her new family.

You and me at the Beach in Florida

Gerard Chlebda

November 1, 2008

My Dearest Sister Charlene,
You always brought a smile to my face even in our troubled times and I will always treasure that! One day I will join you and our smiles will unite forever! I miss talking to you and our jokes and you harrassing me back. I miss you very much!! I love you Charene!!

Mike, Char, and Gerry

Jim and Donna Marquis

October 30, 2008

Mike,
I am so very sorry and will miss Charlene very much. We are here if you need us. Love you very much.

Tracy Chlebda-Morrison

October 26, 2008

I am so so sorry to hear of Charlene's passing. I am her cousin, on her Dad's side. Michael, please accept my condolences; also to her entire family. I will also remember Charlene; you are at peace now; no more pain or suffering.

Jackie Lamothe

October 20, 2008

I'm sorry to learn that Charlene has left us but happy for where she has gone. She was my former sister-in-law and my sympathies are with her brothers Ronnie and Gerry. She was a very sweet woman and I was so happy to find that she had married Michael. Bless him.

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