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Charles Joseph Cahill Sr.

1930 - 2017

Charles Joseph Cahill Sr. obituary, 1930-2017, Bartlett, TN

BORN

1930

DIED

2017

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Charles Cahill Obituary

Charles Joseph Cahill, Sr.

Bartlett, TN.

Charles Joseph Cahill, Sr., passed away November 25, 2017. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and a retired band director with Memphis City/ Shelby County School system. He was a member of Germantown Symphony, St. Peter Choir, an inductee to CBHS Band Hall of Fame and an attendee of Cursillo number eight; in addition to his professional career he influenced and tutored many youth in music.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian H. Cahill; his parents, Harold F. Cahill, Sr. and Rose Etzberger Cahill and a brother, Harold F. Cahill, Jr.

He is survived by two daughters, Margarett (Thomas) Zavodny and Cecilia (Paul) Bryant; son, Charles Joseph Cahill, Jr.; grandchildren Arthur Zavodny, Arianna Zavodny and Michael Brian Cahill; sisters, Mary Anne Augustine, Martha (Jim) Patterson, Alice (Joe) Thweatt and a brother, Edward E. (Pat) Cahill.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 29, 2017 from 5:30-7:30 P.M., with a Rosary at 7:30 at Memphis Funeral Home, 5599 Poplar Avenue, Memphis. A funeral Mass will be held at 10 A.M.on Thursday November 30, 2017 at Catholic Church of the Ascension, 3680 Ramill Road, Memphis with interment to follow at Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, gifts in memory of Mr. Cahill may be offered to St. Peter Music Ministry, Catholic Church of the Ascension, CBHS Band Department or to The American Diabetes Association.



Published by The Commercial Appeal on Nov. 28, 2017.
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Mr. Cahill was one of my home room, and favorite teachers. I haven't seen him for around 60 years,but he's missed! I'm glad I knew him!

Raymond Jones

January 26, 2018

I remember how much fun it was to dress as toy soldiers, marching in the Memphis Christmas Parade down Main Street in the winter of 1963. And all those football games and half-time performances on the field! I remember once when I was about sixteen, confiding to him that I feared growing old. "But we will always have music!" he said kindly. He was such a positive influence on so many young people.

Rosalyn Hamm Jenkins

November 30, 2017

Mr Cahill ~ One Of My Favorite Teachers ~ Thank You For Teaching Me Civics In High School ~ I Speak Of You Often To My Husband Letting Him Know That You Are The Reason I Developed A Passion For Government ~ Your Influence Will Live On In Me Forever ~ Rest In Peace Kind Sir ❤

Cat Mize-Richardson

November 30, 2017

Prayers for all of the family. We ran into Mr. Cahill and Cecila and Paul at the 4th of July fireworks in Bartlett. So moving to see Mr. Cahill stand for the Navy anthem. A life well lived, RIP Mr. Cahill.

Dell Russell Wallace

November 29, 2017

To the Family of Charles Cahill,
I extend my sincere sympathy for your loss. Charlie was my wife's uncle, and a very kind, gentle, talented man. I enjoyed the time I spent with him and his entertaining phone calls. I regret that, due to commitments, I will be unable to attend his service, but my wife Janie will be there. Charlie will be missed by a large family and many friends, and I hope you will all find comfort in remembering what a special person he was.
Love to all, John Lovett, Falls Mill, TN

November 29, 2017

Mr, Cahill was a great guy and one that was fair and kind with his students. He could be firm but followed it up with kind words. Special person. Glad I got to see him a couple of years ago. Rest in peace Sir.

Dale Ray

November 29, 2017

My Uncle Charlie brought us exotic presents from foreign lands back in the late 1950's when he traveled with the US Navy. I was very lucky to see him again in Memphis, more than fifty years later, and find that he retained his warmth and zest for life. He told great stories. I'm sorry I won't be able to hear any more of them.

Frank Cahill

November 28, 2017

FAMILY~
I'm Praying the Lord will hold you close and give you a peace that passes understanding during this difficult time.

"Mr. Cahill" as I set at my desk just a short period ago thinking "Whatever happen to Mr. Cahill" our ("75-77" Vance Middle School Band Teacher) Tap! Tap! goes the baton as I can remember "EVERYBODY" set up straight and gave him our UNDIVIDED attention... So well dressed, mild mannered and "LOVED" teaching. He would often add a little humor before class dismissal - "When you start driving never go past the speed limit (I don't and it helps you to only have to fill up once a week or longer)", then we'd ask what do people do while you're moving at 25-30 mph (Ohh! they'll Go Around).. Basically when you drive the same route they'll know it's you..:) Ahh!!! what a wonderful soul he was and I appreciate his guidance during that period.. He left his caring mark on many of his students and taught me about confidence in learning how to play my darling flute. Thank You FAM for sharing him with those that you never knew, however his caring heart will never be forgotten ...
~R.I.P~ The "Maestro" with the baton and those of us that LISTEN!! learned.. THANK YOU! Mr. Cahill
#FamilyBeBlessedThisSeason&Beyond

Gwendolyn Hudson

November 28, 2017

I'am exspressing another "LITTLE ONE"who will miss " CHARLEY "..."PETER The Cat"..I Hear CHARLIE's "VOICE" say, "WELL HELLO !! PETER" ..CHARLEY saw THE LOVE of "JESUS" in The "Little ONE's as "PETER The CAT" ..ThankYou Charley for those "SPECIAL" Memories..GodBless You .sincerely, "PETER" The Cat

Howard Inzer

November 28, 2017

Charley's "GIFT" to me was "FAITH"to keep TRYING..Charley fealing the WARM Love of Jesus shined A "LIGHT"..I shock Charlie's Hand and The LOVE of Jesus filled my SOUL..Charlie received LOVE and GAVE LOVE to us ALL..CHARLIE inspired COURIAGE with His glowing "LIGHT"GodBless Charlie and Family..He's in My Heart ALWAYs sincerely, Howard

Howard Inzer

November 28, 2017

Mr. Cahill was one of the kindest people I have ever known.

I offer my sincere sympathy at this time of great loss.

Patrick Benedict

November 28, 2017

Mr. Cahill was band director at Millington Central High School when I was a Freshman there ... many wonderful hours spent in the band room, researching and designing a program for the Latin American Music Festival; we met again in 1966 when my father was in ICU at St. Joseph's Hospital in Memphis; his wife was in the ICU, having been severely burned in a barbeque grill fire. He was an exceptional friend and teacher. Rest in peace, my friend.

-- Beni (Hannah) Bonucchi

Beni Bonucchi

November 28, 2017

I had the privilege to sit next to Charlie for many years in the choir loft at St Peter Catholic Church. His devotion to his Lord and Church music was an inspiration to us all as he maneuvered those many steps up and down every Sunday for so many years. His bright smile lit up everyone he met. May he Rest In Peace as his voice is lifted up in the Heavens.

Rocky Goodwin

November 27, 2017

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5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

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29

Rosary

7:30 p.m.

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5599 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119

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Catholic Church of the Ascension

3680 Ramill Road, Memphis, TN

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