Charles E. Auchmoedy

Charles E. 'Chuck' Auchmoedy SAUGERTIES -Charles E. "Chuck" Auchmoedy, Sr., 63, of Myer Lane died Saturday, June 9, 2012 at home after an eight month battle against neck and throat cancer. Born April 6, 1949 in Kingston he was the son of the late Lewis F. and Laura Auchmoedy. Chuck was an extremely patriotic man. A decorated U.S. Army Veteran who proudly served his country during the Vietnam War as a member of the 1st Cavalry Division. An avid golfer, he also enjoyed wood working and his summer trips to Lake George. Chuck's greatest joy in life were his grandchildren: Trace Auchmoedy, Sabrina and Madison Whitaker. Affectionately know as "Grandpa Chuck" toTara's two daughters, Kaleigh Sheckler and McKenna Alberts. Chuck fought his final battle with the excellent compassionate care of his team from the V.A. Dr's Lupinetti, Belgam andMehdi, Nurse Maggie, Alison Petro and Tess Tierbecker. Family suggests donations in his memory be made to the Albany VA, 113 Holland Ave., Albany, 12208. Attn.: ENT clinic or radiation department. Survivors include his wife, Natalie, son: Chuck, Jr. and his finacee, Tara Lucas, daughter: Crystal and her husband Jim Whitaker all of Saugerties. Two brothers: Lewis of Kerhonkson and John of Lubbuck, Texas. He was predeceased by two brothers: Gary and Donald. His Funeral Service will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Seamon-Wilsey Funeral Home, Inc., corner of John & Lafayette Sts., Saugerties. Friends will be received Monday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Interment with military honors by the Saugerties American Legion Post #72 will be held in the Blue Mt. Cemetery.