CHARLES EDWARD DOWNEY

CHARLES EDWARD DOWNEY obituary, Parma Heights, OH

CHARLES EDWARD DOWNEY

CHARLES DOWNEY Obituary

Published by A. Ripepi & Sons Funeral Homes - Middleburg Heights on Jul. 15, 2012.
DOWNEY CHARLES E. DOWNEY, age 79. Beloved husband of 46 years to Patricia (nee Smith). Loving father of Victoria Downey, Jennifer Downey and Christopher Downey (Nancy). Cherished grandfather of Matthew, Veronica, Spencer, Emily and Pierce. Dearest son of the late Harold and Mildred (nee Senter). Dear brother of Susan Downey (Gordon Stegman) and Patricia Ogilvie (deceased). Also survived by nieces, nephews and many dear friends. Former engineer at WUAB TV 43. U.S. Air Force Korean Conflict Veteran. In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions to the Animal Protective League, 1729 Willey Ave., Cleveland, Oh. 44113. Celebration of Life Service Wednesday July 18, 2012 at the funeral home 10:00AM. Interment Lakewood Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends TUESDAY 4 – 8 PM at A. RIPEPI & SONS FUNERAL HOME, 18149 BAGLEY ROAD, MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS (WEST OF I-71).

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July 15, 2020

SUSAN DOWNEY posted to the memorial.

July 14, 2018

Susan Downey posted to the memorial.

October 26, 2016

Susan Downey posted to the memorial.

SUSAN DOWNEY

July 15, 2020

Hope all of you are doing well. He is still missed. Sue

Susan Downey

July 14, 2018

Still remember him playing his drums when he was 17. Fond memories of all 6 of his children when they were young.

Susan Downey

October 26, 2016

May all your memories bring you waves of peace moving thru life.
Susan D

Darian Porter

July 16, 2012

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My condolances to Jennifer and the Downey family.

Traci McBride

July 16, 2012

Sending condolences and healing light for you and your family in this difficult time.

Patterson

July 16, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of you loss. May the peace of God that excels all thought bring you comfort during this most difficult time. (Philippians 4:6&7)

Freedom Does not run Free

Cody Dezsi

July 16, 2012

Grandpa Downey was one amazing man. The family that he raised and led was a group of lovers, mentors, and most of all friends. Being great friends with Matt my whole life and viewing Victoria as my own mother I got to spend a lot of time with Charles. In my eyes he was my Grandpa. We always had great talks especially about the Air Force. This loss I know is killing Matthew but at least he knows there is no pain. When I was asked to be a Paul Bearer I was honored to say yes. I will miss you Mr. Downey, my prayers and thoughts are with your family, just like I know your light is shining down on them. Thank you for serving your country, If it wasn't for your generation and the fights you went up against, I would not have the freedom nor honor to put on the uniform. Thank you for being who you were Mr. Downey, you will be missed.

July 16, 2012

May the Hearer of prayer give you the comfort needed during this time. Psalm 65:2

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