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1943 - 2013

Charles Silva obituary, 1943-2013, Hughson, CA

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1943

DIED

2013

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Charles Silva Obituary

CHARLES RICHARD SILVA
AUGUST 4, 1943 - SEPTEMBER 6, 2013
Charles Richard Silva, 70 of Atwater passed away on Friday, September 6 at the Alexander Cohen Hospice House with his family at his side after a courageous battle with esophageal cancer.
He lived his entire life in Atwater on his parents, Joe and Josie Silva's Ranch. He leaves behind his wife of 48 years, Jacqueline Sue, his sons; Johnny and Jeffrey (Maggie), his grandchildren; Ryan, Cody and Emma Sue, his brother, Larry Silva and sister, Dianne (Mike) Silva and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister-in-law, Rosemary Silva.
Chuck attended McSwain Elementary School, Atwater High and Our Lady of Mercy Elementary and High School. Upon graduation, he became a firefighter for the Division of Forestry during the summer and drove school bus for McSwain School the rest of the year. He then went to work for Merced County Fire Department and was one of the first firemen to open the Santa Nella Fire Station. Chuck moved on to work for the Atwater School District driving a school bus and working as a Reserve Officer for the Atwater Police Department and Sheriff's Department.  In 1969, he joined the Merced County Sheriff's Department full time and completed his career with 24 years as a Correctional Officer.
Chuck took pride in everything he did. He was meticulous about washing, polishing and mechanically maintaining his vehicles; his yard was immaculately maintained. His hobbies included camping, hunting, fishing and driving his boat. Chuck also was an avid Citizen Band radio operator. He was a member of YMI Council #80 and Merced Elk Lodge #1240.
Friends and family are invited to the visitation on Thursday, September 12, 2013 from 5-6:30 PM at Wilson Family Funeral Chapel of Atwater with Rosary at 7PM at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Atwater. Mass will be Friday, September 13, 2013 at 10 AM at St. Anthony Catholic Church with burial to follow at Merced District Cemetery. Donations may be made to favorite charity.
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Published by Merced Sun Star from Sep. 11 to Sep. 12, 2013.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.

Karen Addison

September 16, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Chuck. We had lots of good times. He was a good man and Susie you were lucky to have that many years with him. May you pass through this with the peace that Chuck is no longer in any kind of agony. Love Linda Williams (Fredrickson-Luiz).

September 15, 2013

Our condolences to the Siva family. My you rest in peace Chuck.

Barbara & Gene Carbonaro

September 14, 2013

Jackie
You are in my thoughts and prayers, may memories warm you heart.
Mary Jane Womack

September 14, 2013

May you rest in peace my friend, I enjoyed working with you at the Sheriffs Dept, you will never be forgotten. My prayers to the family

Jean Willoughby

September 13, 2013

Dianne & Larry, My thoughts and prayers are with you both and your families. Hope to see you both at our next cousin reunion in Santa Nella.
Love and Blessings.
Randy Silva Bailey and family

September 13, 2013

DIANNE,LARRY,AND FAMILY- OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL- MAY YOU FIND PEACE, LOVE,AND COMFORT IN YOUR MEMORIES.
JEFF,RENEE,TAWNI,AND REBEKA BARTTELS

September 12, 2013

Dianne & Larry, (and other family) I was very sorry to hear of your brother's suffering and passing. You will all be in my prayers.

Tracy Silveira

September 12, 2013

The Staff and Wilson Family Chapel wishes to extend their sympathy and their assistance for this time of need.

The Staff of Wilson Family Chapel

September 10, 2013

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