Charles-Dember-Obituary

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Charles H. Dember

Feb 15, 1938 - Nov 6, 2021 (Age 83)

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Joe and I are so sorry to hear of Charles passing, we met him through his son, John, Charles was a great husband, father, grandfather, and friend to all who knew him! Please know your family is in our thoughts and prayers!
Joe & Mimi Sullivan

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Sorry to hear of the passing of Charles Dember . He will be truly missed by all . I am thankful I was able to get to know him and work with him for such a short time. Prayers for the family during this difficult time .
Love , Rachel Mackowiak

My first memories of my cousin Charles and our families go way back to our get togethers at 111 Freeman Street, Charles' boyhood home. Fun and laughter was abundant, sending decibel levels above the norm. Kielbasa and pierogi also comes to mind.

The first wedding I remember was Barbara and Charles. Barbara was so beautiful and Charles so
handsome. It was truly a fairy tale and one that never ended.

As older adults we reconnected and stayed in touch. He loved to...

I have only known Charlie Chuck for a short time. I will miss our conversations sitting my garage trying to solve all the world's problems. A kind gentle soul he was.

We are all sad about the passing of Charles (Dad) He was a very special part of my life and my children’s life. I have so many great memories of him (wiffle ball in the front yard in freehold,walking in Greenpoint ,lunch at the Battlefield country club ,family fun run in Turkey Swamp Park, but my fondest memories of him is when he lived with us during the transition from New Jersey to Virginia . I loved that special time with him the most meaningful time are those times not going on elaborate...

Charles was my father-in-law, but for 34 years I don’t think that I have ever called him anything other than dad. I looked to him as I did with my own father, for guidance and support. In return, he gave love, advice and time. Our “father/daughter” date to The Chrysler Museum and the symphony, where we shared a love of art and music is something that I’ve been thinking about a lot lately. I was so proud to get dressed up and spend that time with him. The hours that he spent quietly holding...

Dad, giving of yourself to family,friends,and neighbors personified who you are. Countless hours playing, working or just listening enriched us all. You taught us all that family is the most precious thing in life and you leave behind a very close family that cherishes every minute we had with you. You will be sorely missed, but know these lessons will never be forgotten. Someday we will get to play football and pinochle together again. Love you! Greg

Charles was my grandfather, my role model, and my favorite, most challenging chess opponent. His life was inspirational, and his memory continues in the family name he shared with all of us. He leaves behind a community he cherished and served dutifully, and family who loves and misses him every day.

I love you, Grandpa.

Obituaries

Charles's Obituaries

 Charles H. Dember, 83, of San Antonio, Florida passed away peacefully at St.Joseph’s Hospital in Tampa, Florida on Saturday, November 6 th, 2021.Charles was born on February 15 th , 1938, to Eva and Charles in Brooklyn, N.Y.Charles met and married Barbara in...

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