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Samuel Charameda Obituary

Samuel J. "Sam" Charameda

Battle Creek

Samuel J.  "Sam" Charameda, 80, died Sunday, January 19, 2014, at Bronson Battle Creek. Samuel was born on March 7, 1933, in Albion, MI, the son of William R. and Julia M. (Klinkiewicz) Charameda. He had been a lifelong resident graduating from Battle Creek Central High School. He was a veteran serving in the U.S. Navy. On November 28, 1953, he was united in marriage to the former Claris Knowles who survives.  He was employed with Clark Equipment retiring after 30 years of service. He also worked at Oakland Hills Golf Course for 11 years.

Surviving is a son, Sam (Janis) Charameda of Battle Creek; grandchildren, Scott (Aleisa) Charameda of Battle Creek and Erik (Anna) Charameda of Gilbert, AZ; great grandchildren, Mareisa, Mitchell, Andrew, Zander, Taylor and Brandon. They also had a son, Edward, who along with his wife, Penny preceded him in death.  

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m., Thursday, January 23, 2014, at St. Jerome Catholic Church. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 2 to 4:00 p.m. and 6 to 8:00 p.m., at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home. Interment with full military honors will be at Fort Custer National Cemetery. Memorials may be given to St. Jerome Catholic Church, The American Heart Association or The American Cancer Society. www.henryfuneralhome.org

Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Jan. 21, 2014.
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Our hearts are so sad to have lost the most wonderful father and father-in-law anyone could wish for. He is now at peace and he will be forever in our hearts. We miss him so much.

January 25, 2014

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

American Heart Association

January 23, 2014

There is a Louie's Donut waitng for him.

January 22, 2014

Very sorry for your loss. Remembering Sam in the golf league with his smile and pleasant friendship. Dan has a tee time waiting for him.

Randy Ellis

January 22, 2014

BEST UNCLE EVER!

Rhonda Schumacher

January 22, 2014

To the whole Charameda family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and know that Sam is now healthy and happy and always with us.
Marcia

January 22, 2014

Canda Charameda-Flores

January 22, 2014

My Uncle Sam was a good man and a fun uncle. Many memories of great times growing up! My prayers are with all who are impacted by our loss!

Canda Charameda-Flores

January 22, 2014

Nancy Mahaney

January 22, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take Care

Keith and Patti Halverson

January 21, 2014

Sorry for your loss enjoyed the years of working with him at Clark's also at the Clark bowling leaque he will be missed. Bill Ansell Venice Fl.

January 21, 2014

We always enjoyed seeing Sam at Charameda birthday parties at Anna and Erik's house...he'll be missed. We have the family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Love, Kathie & Jerry Converse

Kathie Converse

January 21, 2014

Claris & family;
So sad to read of your loss. you had a long life together, remember you two together at Central.
RIP Sam.
Jim Smith
Class of "53"

James Smith

January 21, 2014

Sam was a wonderful and fine individual! May our Lord God give him a blessed repose!

Fr. Lawrence Bacik

January 21, 2014

Claris, sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Olivia Sterken

January 21, 2014

Although I have not been in Louie's for a couple years, I always loved seeing his smiling face. He called me "Miss Kellogg" as I was always on my way to work. He was a sweet man with a friendly heart. Prayers being sent to the family through this very difficult time. God Bless.

Linda Sellers-Sinclair

January 21, 2014

Sam, I am so sorry for your loss.

Kathy Fry

January 21, 2014

sad news, we will miss his smile & kindness, our thoughts & prayers with all of you

Jim & Debbie Deveney

January 21, 2014

Sorry to hear of your loss. God bless you all.

Jack Hagist

January 21, 2014

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