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Charles Cargan Obituary

CARGAN, CHARLES Charles Cargan, 71 years old died Sunday, March 17, 2013 at his home after an eighteen month battle with cancer. Charles was an avid golfer and loved spending time with his grandchildren Cameron, Max, and Delaney, who he adored. He never missed a chance to watch his grandchildren's games. He was a proud retired member of the Hamden Fire Department where he served for 33 years. He was also a member of the 225th Infantry Division during the Vietnam War era. Charles was a dedicated fan of the Boston Red Sox, and New York Giants and rarely missed watching a game. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Bonnie, sons Chris, Keith, and Reid, two daughters-in-laws, Reilly and Stephanie, his three grandchildren, and his sister Linda Kocsinski. He was predeceased by his mother Florice Cargan and a sister Judy Roy. He will be greatly missed but the memory of him will live on through his friends and family who are grateful to have known him. A Funeral Service with Military Honors and "Celebration of his Life" will be conducted in the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue, Friday evening at 7:00 with the Rev. David Piscitelli officiating. The visiting hours will be Friday from 4:00 pm until time of service. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675 or the Jimmy Fund, c/o Dana Farber Cancer Institute, P.O. Box 849168, Boston, MA 02284-9168. www.northhavenfuneral.com

Published by The New Haven Register from Mar. 19 to Mar. 20, 2013.
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Bonnie & Family.....Don't know if you remember me, but I lived across the street (475) from you (DeBernardi). I remember your family well and am sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.

Carole DeBernardi-Shea

March 22, 2013

Sorry to hear of Charlies passing. My smpathy goes out to you and your family. I worked with Charlie for many years on the HFD. He was a great guy. Will keep him and your family in my prayers.

Joe Mulligan

March 22, 2013

I'm so sorry for your family's loss. In the six years I've known him, he was always happy no matter how he was feeling. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Lisa Zona

March 22, 2013

Chris, Reilly and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your happy memories bring you comfort.

Cindy Hespelt

March 21, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy.

Kimberly Carew

March 20, 2013

Bonnie and family, I'm very sorry to hear of Charlies passing. He was a great guy and certainly will be missed.Our times at HFD will be long rememberd. John Bellmore

March 20, 2013

I played softball with Charlie, great player, and always a gentleman on and off the field. Easy to like.

John Bannon

March 20, 2013

So sorry to hear about the death of Butch. He was always one of my favorite people when I was growing up.

Jack Netttleton, Jr.

March 20, 2013

Keith, the Bazinet family is very sorry to hear of your loss. Sending prayers for strength. Kathy, Chris and Allie

Kathy Bazinet

March 20, 2013

Sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Jessica & MJ

March 20, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss Chris. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you, Reilly, Cam, Max, Delaney and the whole Cargan family.

Tricia & Bill Connolly

March 20, 2013

So sorry for your loss Chris. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Reilly, Cam, Max, Delaney and the whole Cargan family.

Tricia & Bill Connolly

March 20, 2013

So sorry to read about your loss.Our thoughts are with you Chris Reilley Cameron Max and baby Delaney

The Zullo Family

March 20, 2013

Expressing sympathy to Chris, Reilly and all the members of the Cargan family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Arlene, Ryan, Sean and Sasha

Arlene Painter

March 20, 2013

I am sorry for Reid and his family R.I.P Charles.

Ashley Drummond Roche

March 20, 2013

I am sorry to Reid and his family he be in our prayers he be with all his love ones R.I.R Charles.

Ashley Drummond Roche

March 20, 2013

sorry to Reid and his family just want say everybody in my family will be with him he good hands R.I.P Charles.

Ashley Drummond Roche

March 20, 2013

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