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Charles "Charlie" S. Press, 94, of Harrisburg passed away on Friday, January 16, 2015, at the Harrisburg Hospital. Charlie was born on May 30, 1920, in Harrisburg, PA to the late Max & Bessie (Goldsmith) Press. He was a graduate of William Penn High School. Charlie proudly served his country during WWII in the United States Army 90th Infantry. He worked as an Insurance and Investment Salesman for John Hancock for 34 years.
On December 29, 1946, Charlie married the love of his life and best friend, Eunice Perlmutter. They spent 68 wonderful years together before his passing.
Throughout his life Charlie held many positions in the Jewish Community. He was Vice President of the Kesher Israel Congregation and President of their Brotherhood he was a member of the Jewish Federation, a lifetime member of the Jewish Home Guild and a member of B'nai B'rith. Charlie was also a member of the 90th Infantry Association.
In addition to his parents, Charlie is proceeded in death by his sister, Rose Papier.
Charlie is survived by his beloved wife Eunice, his son Dr. Miles W. Press & wife Greta of Rhodesville, VA, his daughter Sueann Lehner & husband Steven of Harrisburg, PA, his 2 brothers: David Press of Mechanicsburg, PA and Herbert Press of Gainesville, FL, his 2 sisters: Ann Feirman and Zelda Arch both of Harrisburg, PA, his 7 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will take place on Sunday, January 18, 2015, at the Kesher Israel Cemetery Chapel at 1pm. Burial will follow at Kesher Israel Cemetery. Rabbi Akiva Males will officiate services. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Charlie's name to the Kesher Israel Congregation, 2500 North 3rd Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110, the Jewish Home of Greater Harrisburg, 4000 Linglestown Road, Harrisburg, PA 17112 or to a charity of your choice.
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