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Charles Grassel Obituary
Charlie worked for the William A. Berry Construction Company of Danvers for the past ten years and was a long time member of the Laborer's International Union # 243 for many years. Charlie enjoyed life and making the occasional wager on sporting events and horse races. He will be dearly missed.
The family would like to give a special thanks to Dan and the entire nursing staff, the PCAs and the Doctors on the oncology team at UMASS Memorial University Campus. Please know the family appreciates your kindness and compassion.
Calling hours, celebrating Charlie's life will be held Saturday September 20, 2008 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 2141 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 7000, El Segundo, CA 90245 or via a secure online donation site; www.firstgiving.
com/melissawhite1.
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for Charles Grassel
Roberta Brooks
October 11, 2008
Tommy and Melissa
I just found out about Charlie from my cousin Barbara...I am so sorry to hear of thiis. I work at UMass Medical on Lake Ave. I wish I had known. Please feel free to contact me.
Take care,
Roberta (Birdie) Del Signore Brooks
Mary Ryan
September 24, 2008
Melissa and Tommy, You don't really know me but Charlie was a great neighbor and an incredible friend to me and so many of my friends. Everyone that knew him spoke so highly of him and from what I've known of him for many years he was a great guy who will be greatly missed. More so by the both of you. My deepest condolences. Mary Ryan
Justin Troy
September 24, 2008
We just wanted to say that Charlie was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by the Troy family!
Frank Savastano
September 22, 2008
Tommy and Melissa,
My deepest condolences.
So Many Memories.
Frank Savastano
Coral Springs Florida.
Pam Wilson
September 21, 2008
Dear Tom and Melissa: I am so sorry about the loss of your brother Charlie. We will miss him at family gatherings. Love, Pam
Dennis & Donna Malpass
September 21, 2008
Tommy
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sarah Sbrogna
September 21, 2008
I'm sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. He was friends with my father Sam Sbrogna for a long time. Charlie will soon be joined by Sam and hopefully they can reconnect and share memories in a much better place. I hope you're finding peace.
With love,
Sarah, Maureen and Marybeth Sbrogna
Dan Battista
September 20, 2008
Tommy and Melissa,
We were so sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. He was a true and dear friend in every sense of the word. We will never forget the times we shared together. He will be dearly missed.
Danny & Dawn Battista
Rocco Sciannameo
September 19, 2008
Dear Tommy & Melissa
Mary and I are so very sorry to learn about Charlie's passing, I know how close the three of you are.
Our deepest sympathy to Family and Friends.
Charlie was a one of a kind Guy and a great friend that brought joy to all that knew him.
His humor and brilliance we will always remember, along with his smile and the wonderful family he cherished.
We had a lot of great times back then, and as a lifelong friend we were good pals, we have a lot of great memories
Take care and God BLess,
Rocco & Mary Sciannameo
Kate Hughes
September 18, 2008
T,
All the love and prayers to you and your sister.
Kate
Jean Giles
September 18, 2008
Tommy & Melissa
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love from Buddy & Jean Giles
Tim & Mary Police
September 18, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. Charlie was a great guy and he will be sorely missed. May he rest in peace. Sincerely, Tim and Mary
Carol Hull & Bill Massey
September 18, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Dr. Charles Samborski and Staff
September 18, 2008
We got to know Charlie as our dental patient. We were always happy to see him because he always had a smile and a good word for everybody. We were saddened by his illness and so sorry to learn of his death. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of his family.
Tommy (Bell) Belezarian
September 18, 2008
Tommy:
Sorry to hear about Charlie. Miss the old days on the hill. We had a lot of laughs. He will be missed.
dick/maryanne rooney
September 18, 2008
Sorry to hear of your loss. We have fond memories of our youth on Bell Hill and East Kendall St School.
JASON HAMILTON
September 18, 2008
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS I KNEW CHARLIE FOR MANY YEARS
Jim DiReda
September 18, 2008
Tom, Melissa: I'm sorry we've lost such a good spirit in Charlie, but know that he has touched many people in his life. He was a big part of mine and we shared many memories. I will miss him, but never forget him and how he is a big part of my life story.
Donna Zona Towner
September 18, 2008
A friend from years ago... my sympathies, Tom, to you and your sister.
dan eilertsen
September 17, 2008
To Charlie's family
We grieze with you,Charlie was the best.We had lots of laughs at work, without his coordination the day would of been long.Charlie you are missed and we are sad.Take care brother.
the crew at T.C.I.
Dan, Dave & Tom(Boston)
John Scotti
September 16, 2008
Tommy:
My heart is with you and your sister. Charlie is in no pain, and I know he lit up the house, seeing old friends, and immediately making new ones, when he got there.
Chazz Bo:
You always were, and always will be, my stand-up friend. All we have now are great memories which I will hold. Rest in peace, Brother. I'll see you on the other side.
Racer
Liz White
September 16, 2008
My prayers, thoughts and heart are with you~~~~ I loved him too!!
Maria Brescia
September 16, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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