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Charles Joseph, passed away peacefully in his sleep in his own bed at home in Smoke Rise, Kinnelon, NJ early in the morning of May 23, 2013. He had suffered a prolonged illness.
Charles survived his wife of over 50 years, Vivian and his brother Victor. He is survived by his brother Henry, son Jeff, son Leslie and his three children. Charles was born in Cairo, Egypt.
As a young man with a wife and two babies, he was exiled during the Suez War. He went to France as a political refugee, then to the United States. There he helped create and became CEO of Commonwealth Metals Corp., a very successful company which led him to extensive travels around the world.
After retirement, he became a member and then chairman of the board of International Graduate University in Washington, DC.
Charles will be missed by the family and friends that loved him and the many people that he quietly helped over the years.
Graveside services at Beth David Cemetery Kennel worth, NJ on Sunday at 2 PM. Arrangements by Jewish Memorial Chapel Clifton, NJ.
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May 28, 2013
Leslie and Jeff,
It is very difficult for me to find the proper words to describe what your father meant to me. The striking resemblance with my father, made me feel as if Papa was still living with us for more than twenty years.Your father was always here when we needed help or reconfortation. He was noble, generous and humble on the same time.
We miss him very much, may his soul rest in peace.
Mark
Ralph Barcan
May 26, 2013
Leslie, Please accept my sincere condolences during this time of sorrow. Your father was always very special to our family. He was like a son to my Grandmother Sophie and he always watched over her and Vivian even taking care of them during hard times. To my father, your Dad was like the brother that he never had. They were very close and truly enjoyed each others company. It was always so beautiful to see them together. I was truly saddened when i heard news and wanted to reach out and tell you that you are not alone during this period of sadness. Your fathers life touched many in such a good way. I will always remember him. Take Care Ralph,
May 25, 2013
Sincere sympathy to the Shrem family. May
God bless you and your family in your
time of sorrow.
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