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Charles Maietta Obituary

Maietta Maietta, Charles ??Chuck?? , 70, of the Riverchase community of Birmingham, Alabama, passed away Tuesday, May 31, 2011. Known to his many close friends in Fort Lauderdale for his ??bigger than life?? personality, Chuck approached life with a passion for cooking for others, enjoying fine wines, celebrating anything, listening to Frank Sinatra, and just being an old fashioned Italian ??boy.?? He loved football season and the month of October, and his dogs and cats brought him comfort, peace, and joy. Chuck was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Lillian Maietta. Survivors include Chuck??s wife, Carol Maietta of Birmingham; son, Charles Heunemann of Australia; step-son, Rob DeGraaf of Plant City, Florida; daughter-in-law, Rowena Tai of Australia; step-daughter-in-law, Becky DeGraaf of Plant City; grandchildren, Levi DeGraaf of Plant City and Charlotte Heunemann of Australia; brothers, Peter Maietta and Duane Maietta, both of Ellwood City, Pennsylvania; and nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, and grand-nephews in Indiana and Pennsylvania. The family will receive friends, beginning at 4 p.m., at Riverchase Country Club in Birmingham, Alabama on Wednesday, June 8, 2011. Memorial gifts may be made to St. Vincent??s Health System??s St. Louise Fund For Associates in Need, 2800 University Blvd., Suite 304, Birmingham, AL 35233. Or, give to Hand in Paw, 1912 14th Ave. S., Birmingham, AL 35205.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel from Jun. 4 to Jun. 5, 2011.

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David Watkins

June 17, 2011

Carol, Debbie and I are holding you in our hearts.
David

Harolynn Lanza-Hutlas

June 17, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you Carol and with your family. Chuck was a fine man, who I know you loved very much. His passing must be very difficult for you after so many wonderful years with him. I pray you find comfort in your memories of him and that God blesses you with strength and peace. Love you!

Maureen Bradford

June 17, 2011

Fill not your heart with pain and sorrow, but remember me in every tomorrow, Remember the joy, the laughter, the smiles. I've only gone to rest a while. Although my leaving causes pain and grief, my going has eased my hurt and given me relief. So dry your eyes and remember me, not as I am but as I used to be. I will remember you all and look on with a smile. Understand, in your hearts I've only gone to rest a little while. As long as I have the love of each of you, I can live my life in the hearts of all of you.

Dottie Mancini

June 8, 2011

Carol, I know you have wonderful memories of the time you and Chuck spent together. May the peace of the Lord be with you during this difficult time.

Caroline Pike

June 7, 2011

Carol, it sounds like Chuck lived a wonderful and joyous life...I am so sorry for your loss.

Lane Pair

June 7, 2011

May God's Holy Spirit bring peace and confort to you and your family.

June 7, 2011

Carol, you are and have been in my prayers. It sounds like Chuck was a wonderful, fun- loving man. Memories are what keeps us strong and it sounds like you have so many. Love to you, Debbie Whisenhunt

Chris & Nancy Moore

June 6, 2011

Thoughts and prayers have been and will continue to be with you throughout this time.

Starkey and Janet Tharrington

June 5, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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