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Charles Menechios Obituary

Charles Thomas Menechios

Charles Thomas Menechios was born on July 22, 1928, to Thomas and Catherine Menechios in Boston, Massachusetts. At school, he helped raise bees and learned about sculpture, classical music, and blacksmithing. He spent summers with his cousins on the beach in Hyannis, picking wild blueberries and digging for clams. He sang in the church choir at Boston's Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral. He excelled in chemistry and graduated from high school at 16. He earned his degree in chemical engineering by the age of 18. This led to a job at the Chevron refinery in El Segundo where he worked for many years. He later became the head of Chevron's San Pedro Marine Terminal. In 1986, he served as President of the Los Angeles Harbor Association.

In 1968, he married his wife, Tessie, and settled in Palos Verdes where they raised two daughters. He served on the Parish Council for St. Katherine's Greek Orthodox Church in Redondo Beach. In his retirement, he became an avid golfer and played with the "Galloping Tunas" and the "Greek Army." He will be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor, funny stories, and easy-going personality. He was a sweet, generous, and kind person.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Tessie, and his sisters, Kaliope Menechios and Frances Yockey. He is survived by his daughters Katherine (Don) Frazier and Stacy, and three granddaughters.

Funeral services will be held at Saint Katherine's on Tuesday, May 10 at 10:00 AM. A viewing will be held Monday evening at St. Katherine's at 6:30 PM, with Trisaigion services at 7:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Katherine's Greek Orthodox Church, 722 Knob Hill Avenue, Redondo Beach, California 90277.

May his memory be eternal.

Visit www.lafuneral.com to send the family messages and share memories. Sign the guest book at www.dailybreeze.com.

Published by Daily Breeze on May 8, 2016.
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I've often thought of Charlie after he left the business circuit. We met in the 80's and served on business boards together. I learned from him. Best to the entire family.

Dennis Lord

May 12, 2016

Charlie was one of the most personable and likeable guys I've had the pleasure of working for. Got to know him well whilst doing projects at Chevron's San Pedro Marine Terminal. It was such a treat. Rest in peace, CT.

Mike Shaushkin

May 10, 2016

It was easy to like Charlie from the first moment of meeting him. His easy smile, his "approachable-ness," his warm demeanor, and his great sense of humor will be missed by all who knew him. He was a great husband, a great father and grandfather, and a great friend. It was our honor to have known him. May his beautiful soul rest in peace and may his memory be eternal.

The Constant Family__Bob, Connie, Linda, and Nikos

May 9, 2016

Charlie was a good and decent man and I enjoyed knowing him through various maritime activities. May God comfort his family during this difficult time.

John Barbieri

May 8, 2016

Charlie was a genuinely nice person that will be genuinely missed.

Nan, Craig, Jennifer & Brett Campbell

May 7, 2016

What a great guy, boss or whatever! I remember when he first started at Chevron, he would bring his lunch in a sack & not go to cafeteria with other supervisors. He didn't like listening to what they talked about. He always was so cordial & friendly to all. R.I.P. Charlie, you may be gone, but you sure are not forgotten. Norm

Norm Hansen

May 6, 2016

Menech was a great boss. I enjoyed working for him.he was a good and fair man.baoth sandy

and I are sorry for your loss.

May 6, 2016

May God bless Charlies family in this time of sorrow.
I have known Charlie for many years at Chevron El Segundo Refinery
Charlie was one of the nicest person to work with and have missed seeing
him for some time at the Retiree functions and It seams like only yesterday
that I attended his wife Tessie furneral.

Jerry White

May 6, 2016

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