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1951
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2015
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Charles Herdman Obituary
He was born in Johnstown April 6, 1951, a son of the late Charles W. and Belva J. Engel Herdman.
Mr. Herdman was a 1969 graduate of Canon-McMillan High School, Community College of Allegheny County and Pennsylvania Police Academy in Greensburg.
A proud veteran, he served his country with the U.S. Marine Corps. He continued to serve his community for 39 years with Cecil Township Police Department, retiring as a Sergeant in 2012. His service and community involvement continued as he served as a longtime Drug Abuse Resistance Education Officer, Director of Security for 30 years with Black Box Corp., 22 year past president of Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 22, Washington Lodge 164 F&AM, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Pittsburgh, 32nd Degree, Syria Shrine of Pittsburgh, PIN Club of Pittsburgh, Blue Knights Chapter 16 and Marine Corps League 1138.
The Herdman family is saddened by the loss of Mr. Herdman's daily presence and feel truly blessed for the time they had with him. His spirit will remain in the hearts of all who knew him.
Surviving are his two beloved sons, Charles D. (Kristi Masenheimer) Herdman Jr. of Warren, Ohio, and Garrett E. (Emily) Herdman of Washington; his precious grandson, Gino F. Herdman of Warren, Ohio; three stepdaughters, Elizabeth, McCall and Brooke Andy, all of Cecil; a brother, Jerry K. (Karen Eden Herdman) Herdman of Aurora, Col.; a sister-in-law, Colleen D. Herdman of McMurray; and three nephews, Brian (Jennifer) Herdman of Princeton, N.J., Kurt (Jeanine) Herdman of Pittsburgh and Cody Jon Herdman of Aurora, Col. Also surviving is his significant other, Dawn M. Stevenson, with whom he made his home.
Deceased, in addition to his parents, is a brother, David G. Herdman.
Friends are welcome from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, in Salandra Funeral and Cremation Services Inc., Joseph P. Salandra owner/supervisor, Lin Webb funeral director, 304 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, 724-745-8120, where a funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. Monday, June 1. Interment, with military honors will follow in Oak Spring Cemetery, Canonsburg.
The Fraternal Order of Police service will begin at 7 p.m. Saturday, the F&AM service will begin at 7:30 p.m. Saturday and Marine Corps League service will begin at 7 p.m. Sunday.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Herdman
September 8, 2015
I still can't believe you are gone. Just wish we could have spoken one more time. You will forever be a part of me, of my soul.
Carol Campbell
June 2, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to Dawn Marie, and all of the Herdman family, rest in Peace my friend ,tell my husband hello for me... Dawn..I will keep you in my prayers, Charlie will be dearly missed ...Stay Strong ♥♥
Jim & Diane Pastorius
June 1, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family of this time of sorrow. RIP
Patrick Keally
May 30, 2015
Deepest sympathy to the Herdman family and all who knew Charlie. Ive known him since I got back from the war in 1970 and was in the Marine Reserves for a while with him before I went back to active duty. We also backed up other Police Departments together many times though we were from different departments. I always thought that he would be here to send me off. Semper Fidelis.
Donna Milito (Colusci)
May 30, 2015
Rest in peace, dear friend. I will never forget you.
Bob Schmidt
May 30, 2015
My deepest sympathies to the Herdman family for your loss. I remember Chuck for his athletic abilities at Canon Mac. He had a great sense of humor and always had a smile on his face. I saw him every year during the 4th of July events. He was always there to assist others. He will be sadly missed.
Sherry Yurkovich
May 30, 2015
Dawn, my deepest sympathy goes out to you and Charlie's family as you struggle through the grief and sadness. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. It was a pleasure working with Charlie. He will be missed.
May 29, 2015
He and I were married November 8, 1975. He was a good husband, father, police officer and a great humanitarian. We divorced but I never forgot how special he was. He gave me a blessing, Charles Herdman, Jr. I will never forget him and he will be truly missed.
Rest in Peace my dear ex-husband, friend and father of my Son whom was named after him.
Vickie Kubin
May 29, 2015
Charlie was a dear friend of mine who I adored deeply. I am saddened at the suddenness of his departure. My condolences go out to Dawn and his family and dear friends. My only peace is that his uplifting spirit will remain with us.
Paul Smith
May 29, 2015
Rest in Peace Charlie. It was a pleasure working with you as a member of the Muse Fire Department. May you find eternal peace in Heaven my brother. Semper Fi, so mote it be.
Deb DaPra-Hoy
May 29, 2015
Chuck touched many lives. He was a true friend to those who knew him. His charming smile and wit will be missed. My thoughts and prayers lie with his family for strength and peace.
Sheldon Epstein
May 29, 2015
My sincere condolences to the Herdman family for your loss of Charlie. I knew him for many years, and always appreciated his friendship.
Bruce Beppler
May 29, 2015
Rest in peace my old friend my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
shawn kief
May 29, 2015
This is sad to hear and he will be greatly missed. I grew up with Chuck as my DARE officer. He was one of a few that helped me choose a career in law enforcement.
May 29, 2015
Bumped into Charlie off & on since my moving to Cecil Twp in 1972. He was always nice. Life is short.
Earl & Theresa Dhanse
Jim Faure
May 29, 2015
Charlie I will never forget working with you on emergency scenes when I was with the fire company in Cecil. I've known you many many years and you are a good man. You left this world way too soon. My thoughts are with Dawn and Charlie's family in this time of sorrow. R.I.P. Charlie.
Paularenee Hedrick
May 28, 2015
Deepest sympathy to Dawn and charlies family. He was a sweetheart and will truly be missed.
Danny O
May 28, 2015
Dawn u have my deepest sympathy. Charley was a great man . I will never forget.
May 28, 2015
Dawn You have my sincere & deepest condolences I had the privilege of working with Charlie at the Meadows Racetrack .He was a great & fun guy. Uncle Leo & My guardian Angel Gerry.
May 28, 2015
Dawn you have my sincere deepest condolences he was a great guy I got to work with him at meadows racetrack great guy uncle Leo & my guarding angel Gerry
Dave & Babe Jobkar
May 28, 2015
So sorry to hear the sad news about Chuckie. We've known him for a long time. He was such a nice guy. Sending our deepest sympathy to all the Herdman family.
Joe & Debbie Jiblets
May 28, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Herdman Family. Chuck was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. So sorry for your loss.
ANGEL ON OUR WINGS
john&sherran slaska
May 28, 2015
my deepest sorrow for CHARLIE'S FAMILY, and DAWN the love of his life he was a great man loved by all his PNU FAMILY will miss his smile and laughter he brought to all CHARLIE HERDMAN you left us way too soon.
pj george
May 28, 2015
chuckie was a good man and good friend you left this world too soon
Timothy n Crystal Vought
May 28, 2015
Our thoughts n prayers Go out to Charlies family n friends...Tim has lots of great memories.... R.I.P.
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