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Charles Tolbert Obituary

CHARLES D. TOLBERT Charles D. Tolbert, or "Chuck" as he was known to his friends and family has succumbed to his decade-long battle with prostate cancer. He was 76. Chuck was born January 24, 1934, the only child of Sidney and Martha Tolbert. After serving honorably in the United States Army and a career that spanned nearly 40 years with the Hartford Insurance Company, he stayed busy long after retirement. He was a set designer, builder, and occasional actor with several theater troupes in both Connecticut and later California. He was a loving, supportive father and a devoted Grandfather who loved big, noisy family gatherings. He is survived by his son and two granddaughters. To honor Chuck\'s giving nature, in lieu of flowers or cards, please make a donation to The Prostate Cancer Foundation at www.pcf.org.

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Published by The Press-Enterprise from Nov. 13 to Nov. 14, 2010.

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Hubert Hotchkin

November 13, 2010

I worked with Chuck at The Hartford in Southern California and the Home Office in Hartford. He was a good friend through the years. I still miss our noon-time walks and lunches together. I had the good fortune to see him after retirement in Connecticut and in California.
Hugh Hotchkin

November 13, 2010

The Tolbert Family,

I am so very sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. I worked with him for many years at The Hartford. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,
Mary Granato

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