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CHARLES MOOSE Obituary
Charles E. Moose
Charles Eric Moose, 87, a U.S. Civil Service lithographer, died on July 9, 2015 at Riderwood Village in Silver Spring, MD. He was the beloved husband of the late Betty Moose and the devoted father of Michael Moose, Margaret Swallow, Ernest Moose, Mary Jayne Register, Kevin Moose, Maureen Bobenrieth, Madeline Steffens, James Moose and the late William Moose. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. A native Washingtonian, he was one of the founders of the Sportsmen Club, a group of Eastern High School graduates who, along with their wives-The Sportsettes- played cards, planned dances, and took boat rides on the Chesapeake. By the early 1960's, he had moved his growing family to Silver Spring where he was an enthusiastic CYO football coach, horseshoe pitcher and Sunday morning breakfast maker. He moved to Riderwood Village in 2002. Mr. Moose, who retired in 1985, worked for several federal agencies during his long tenure with the government, including many years at Ft. George Meade (now the home of the National Security Agency). One of his favorite pastimes following retirement was to take family and friends to the National Cryptologic Museum. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the National Cryptologic Museum Foundation (NCMF), P.O. Box 1682, Ft. George G. Meade, MD 20755 - or online at www.cryptologicfoundation.org.Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home in Silver Spring, Maryland, on Tuesday, July 14, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. On Wednesday, July 15, visitation will be held at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 9100 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, Maryland, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. A funeral service to celebrate Charlie's life will follow at St. Luke Church at 11 a.m., with interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Silver Spring, Maryland. www.collinsfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for CHARLES MOOSE
Tim
July 7, 2025
Hard to believe it's been ten years. Charlie & Betty - always in our thoughts.
Lauren
July 6, 2025
Love and miss you always, Chuckles!
Rosanne Sharpe
July 15, 2015
Mary Jayne, Ernie, Kevin, Rene and all the Moose family, I was saddened to hear of your loss. Your father always had a smile to share and welcomed all the many Moose friends. I have wonderful memories of being at the Moose home. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. Love to all.
Velma Jones
July 15, 2015
Loved Papa Moose on sight. We met when my son married his granddaughter, Mary Margaret Moose. Appreciated him so much. Still have the dollar bill he gave me at the rehearsal dinner. Got to see him in April. Thankful for that and he still called me Texas. My prayers go up for all his family.
July 15, 2015
Pook and I wanted to share this picture of the Kemp, Moose, Plunkett and Haigh families gathering at the Plunkett's in November 1991 for Bill Moose's going away party. Just one of so many gatherings on that block -- Betty, Chuck, Frank, Mary, Pat, Ruth and John all smiling with a drink in their hand toasting Bill Moose heading off to his Caribbean adventure. Chuck now joins Betty, Billy and John. I'm sure they are playing horseshoes and having a great time in heaven, looking down on us all. Will miss Chuck Moose's dry sense of humor.
Happy Hour on Brunette Avenue
July 15, 2015
Karolyn Campbell Pergola
July 14, 2015
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Charlie and Betti Moose were great friends of my parents, Mel and Dot Campbell, deseased members of the Sportman's Club and the Sportsetts's.
Kathy Whetzel
July 14, 2015
Rest in peace Uncle Charlie! Hug Aunt Betty, dad and mom for us! ❤
July 14, 2015
Mary Jayne, so sad that you and your exceptionally close have lost your precious father. I loved hearing the stories about him. You are all in my warmest thoughts and prayers. Take care, XO, Josie
Neal and Barbara Primm
July 13, 2015
We extend our deepest sympathies to all.
Remember the Silver Spring Boys Club (the
game room,football and wrestling). Wow, how time files.
July 13, 2015
Maryjane, I can't say anything that you haven't already heard, but I send you and your siblings my deepest condolences.
Was surprised to learn of your brother
William (Billy) demise... guess it's been a long time. Lorene & Carl gone also... Much love, Rita Thomas
Diana McMahan
July 13, 2015
A special man who brightened the world with his kindness, love of family, and cheerful smile. I, too, have fond memories of all those Sunday breakfasts! Warmest thoughts are with all of you.
July 13, 2015
Mike, Patti and I want to extend our deepest condolences to you and to the entire family. Our prayers will be offered.
Jorge and Patti Garayta
Ethelee Hewitt Nalls
July 13, 2015
My thoughts and prayers and extended to all of you.
Love, Ethelee
Margaret Kim
July 12, 2015
Our deepest sympathies go to you and your family at this time of sorrow. Love, Margaret, Victor and Bridgette
Lena Munther
July 12, 2015
Dear Mary Jayne,
Warmest sympathy to you and your entire family.
Lena & Espen
Tina Broccolino
July 12, 2015
OUR deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will keep your family in our prayers. Broccolino Family
Jack Trageser
July 12, 2015
I am remembering a skilled and warm coworker and friend with the printers at NSA. Love to the family
Ed & Diana Gilbert
July 12, 2015
Mike & Nancy,
Please accept our deepest sympathies in the loss of Mike's dad. Please know we are praying for God's peace in your lives at this most difficult time.
Mike Harris
July 12, 2015
Mke,
Sorry for your loss. Hold on to those great memories, they do help.
Patrick & Kathy Kernan
July 12, 2015
Rest in peace Mr. Moose. We send our prayers to commemorate a life well lived.
Peg Kelley
July 12, 2015
I remember those days
Hugs to all of you,
Tim Swallow
July 12, 2015
We will see you all soon to honor Charlie, share memories and celebrate his life. Love to all Moose family and friends, Tim & Margaret
Family Visit May 16th, 2015
Mary Jayne Register
July 12, 2015
Chuck Moose, a one of a kind man....a great father, grandfather, and friend to many. He will be missed greatly.
Family Visit on May 16th, 2015
July 12, 2015
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