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Charles Jones Obituary

Charles E. Jones 1941 - 2013 AGAWAM - Charles Ernest Jones, 71, lifelong Agawam resident, passed away Wednesday January 23rd at the VA Boston Healthcare in West Roxbury, MA. Born in Ludlow to the late Ernest and Veronica (Carnes) Jones, he attended Agawam Schools. Charlie served his country honorably in the United States Navy and was employed as a Precision Machinist for various local businesses throughout his career. He was an avid golfer, enjoying all the local courses, and was active over the years in modified racing at several area speedways. If Charlie could swing a golf club from a race car, he would. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his sister, Jacquelene Czupta. He is survived by his two children; Charles E. Jones, II of West Springfield and Tammie Gulker-Graham and her husband Darryl and their children, Katie, Christopher and Gare of Florida. He also leaves a niece, Michele Czupta and her fiance Mark Cornelius; two nephews, Jeffrey Czupta and his wife Angela and Erik Czupta and his wife Renee and many great nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to meet for a period of visitation of Tuesday January 29th from 11 AM to 1:00 PM at the Colonial Forastiere Funeral Home, 985 Main St., Agawam, followed by a Service at 1:00 PM in the funeral home. Committal Services with Military Honors will be held at 2:00 PM in the Chapel at the Massachusetts Veterans' Memorial Cemetery, 1390 Main St., Agawam. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Charlie's memory to the Fisher House, P.O. Box 230, South Walpole, MA 02071.
Published by The Republican from Jan. 26 to Jan. 27, 2013.

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William Ferry

January 20, 2020

I was so sorry to hear that Charlie had passed away. As kids we were good friends but after graduation from HS unfortunately we lost touch. Fond memories ole friend. RIP
Bill Ferry

John Noble

February 2, 2013

I worked with Charlie at B&E Tool. He loved his family and his golf :)

February 1, 2013

Charlie,
I will always remember the many happy Thanksgiving dinners you shared with our family. You were always a good friend to me. I love you,
Judy Baggs

Richie Fuller

February 1, 2013

Sorry to hear of your Great loss of Your Husband and Father.
I was a resident of West Springfield for many years.
I remember Charlie when he drove Midgets in NEMA.
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL THE fAMILY.

Jamie Lamagdelaine

January 30, 2013

I was just made aware of the passing of Mr Jones, and I wish to express my deepest sympathy to his family.

Sandy Jones

January 30, 2013

Thanks to all for your kind wishes and remembrances from
Sandy Jones and Charles Jones II

Geoff Nooney

January 30, 2013

Charlie this came to me as a sudden disbelief as i knocked on your door just a few days ago to say hello and let you know of my new ventures in racing, it was the only time you didn't greet me at the door. I was not aware of the news. You were a great mentor at work, and an even better friend, and great coach. I am speechless, I'm glad you got to see me race at Waterford this year it meant a ton. To the family, from the bottom of my heart I am sorry for your loss, Charlie will be greatly missed. Charlie the short 5 years i knew you wasn't nearly long enough. I'll miss you bud.

jack&connie costello&family

January 29, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

WILLIAM FERRY

January 28, 2013

We are very sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. I grew up in the same neighborhood, two streets away, and I went to school with him 1st to 12th grade. Played together as kids and had a lot of fun for many years. Great Guy! Sorry we did not spend more time together in later years. My he rest in peace. Our deepest sympathy to his familiy.

Andrea Orifici

January 27, 2013

For my cuz, Charlie, may you rest in peace. Say hello to Ed & Madge for me. You will be missed. For your family, I'm so sorry for your loss.
In quiet, may you find comfort. In memory, may you find healing. In love, may you find peace.

Deb (Smith) Cardin

January 27, 2013

He will always be in the hearts of all who knew him. RIP Charlie.

Skip Barna

January 27, 2013

Family of Charlie. We are so sorry of your loss. We had great times together in our racing career, they were the good old days. Skip & Jan Barna

January 27, 2013

Charlie, I'm sorry about your dad. I remember going to the Ground Round with both of you. He was funny and he loved you. Christine Norman-DiVenuto

Joe Raiche

January 27, 2013

He will live on in the hearts of everyone who knew him.

Sonny O'Sullivan

January 27, 2013

Rest in peace Charly,a lot of old racers
will welcome you on your journey!

John (Skip)& Janet Barna

January 27, 2013

Sorry for your loss. He was a great buddy and racing partner at Riverside over the years. Skip Barna of Ormond Beach, fl

Tom Vining

January 27, 2013

Family of Charlie:
I have some great memories of our past racing days at the Park and elsewhere. I'm sure Charlie would agree that those days were some of the best days of our lives. RIP Charlie, I believe that the golf courses are always plush and green where you will be. Keep your head down and hit'em straight.
Tom Vining

David Romano SR

January 26, 2013

Rest in peace Charlie.You will be missed.

January 26, 2013

Eric, Renee, and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you during this difficult time ... peace to all
Pat and Gary Lambert

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