Charles, son of Charles B. and Estelle Gertrude Esher Sr. was born in Miami, 5/19/30 in the original Jackson Memorial building, the "Alamo", and raised on Miami Beach, which he often said, "was the greatest place on the planet for a kid to be raised." Charles graduated from Miami Technical High School, post graduate course City of Miami Street College. He was a carpenter, General Contractor, president of Charles B. Esher, Inc., Esher Construction Corp., Vice President Diversified Engineering. State licensed as General Contractor in Florida, Alabama, North Carolina and Virginia. As President of the South Florida Building Official Association, he was instrumental in creating a scholarship at the Miami-Dade Community College for the inspection industry student. He was a Master Mason, Mahi Shriner, Kiwanian, Scout Master Troop 466, proud member of the Army National Guard, avid boater, scuba diver, golfer and served 36 years on the Orange Bowl Staging Committee. He was a life-long advocate of Drum & Bugle Corps. After moving to Tallahassee he continued with his golf until recently and the music a well.
He was predeceased by his son, Andrew, his first wife Patricia Lea Anderson and his second wife Margaret Wessel Fraser. Survived by wife Betty Jean, Bert (Betsy), David (Patti), Elaine (Tom Cappellino), grand children, Mary Fowler, Kelli and Tracy Esher, Patrick Esher (Tiffani) and Jennifer Esher, Tony and Katie Cappellino and great-granddaughter Riley Nicole Esher. Step-father of Anita Valentine , Connie Girlando (Paul), Carina, Gina, Sera & Joey, Robert Fraser (Linda).
Funeral service will be held 3:00 pm Saturday, October 23, 2010 in Culley's MeadowWood Timberlane Road Chapel. A reception will follow in the MeadowWood Room of the funeral home. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Salvation Army, Big Bend Hospice or Second Harvest of Tallahassee.

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Published by Tallahassee Democrat on Oct. 21, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Charles Esher

10 Entries

Chuck Walter

October 23, 2010

Charley was a great Kiwanian. When I asked him to serve on the Board of Directors, he said "Okay, but I don't want to become too obligated." For those who do not know or recall, Charley led the Killearn Kiwanis Club through some very significant projects like the Gretchen Everhart Playground Enhancement, The Big Fish, FSU Kiwanis Scholarship House Desks, and his personal continuing project of making wooden toys for a variety of worthy causes. He also served as club secretary. Some accomplishments for someone who did not want to become too obligated. We will miss him greatly. Chuck Walter, Tallahassee-Killearn Kiwanis.

Brian Scott and Family

October 23, 2010

Always a gentleman, always willing to help, our lives are better for your being a part in them. Thank you for the laughs and life's lessons by how you lived your life. Never a project was undertaken that your advise was not asked when I was lucky enough to live just a few blocks from you in Miami. From one Outlaw to another in the Wessel Family... God Speed !.....

Joe Starling

October 23, 2010

Dear Bert & Betsy, David & Patti, Elaine & Tom, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families as you reflect and celebrate your Dad’s life.

I will always have great memories of your Dad and all the fun times that our families had. From just hanging at your house, to the Boy Scouts & camping, the Drum & Bugle Corp, family trips, the Key’s, Labor Day weekends in Ft Myers, Hurricane football games, Pizza at The Bottle Cap inn, Christmas’s & Birthday’s, and so much more. Hanging out with your Dad, your family and all of you guys was always a fun times had by all.
I remember your dads great sense of humor, one time in particular we were all in his car going to a Hurricane football game and as we were sitting in traffic a car pulled in front of us with just married signs written all over their car, your dad smiled and said “lets kiss the bride” and proceeded to tap the back of their car a few times with the front of his car, and we all laughed.
Your Dad was a great guy, with a kind, caring and loving heart. He will truly be missed and always remain forever in our hearts.
Love,
Joey & Natalie Starling
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Dear Betty, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you reflect and celebrate Charlie’s life.
Charlie was a wonderful, kind and caring person and he will truly be missed by all.
Love,
Joey & Natalie Starling

Lauren Aukeman

October 21, 2010

Dear Patti and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May it comfort you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers now and in the days to come. Peace be with you. Fondly, The Aukemans

Edgar Barajas

October 21, 2010

Dearest Ole Dad, You gave me so much, the start of my first Business,wodrs of wisdom,great advice,love of a family,I never gave you back enough in return, I'll make it up to you and your family befor we meet again our heart goes out to the Esher Family Love Edgar Maria Kristina Thalia Chaistian.

richard besola

October 21, 2010

My condolences go out to the Esher family and friends. I knew charlie for many years through the construction industry and he was always well respected. Rest in peace.

October 21, 2010

We will always remember his fervent support of the Tallahasse Brass Band, his wonderful retelling of his past adventures, and his love for his family. He will truly be missed.
Diana and John Ossi

Susan Starling Henderson

October 20, 2010

I remember Charlie giving me "flip flops" in the kitchen when I was a little girl. Hanging out at the Esher house was always a privledge and alot of fun. Charlie was a good influence in my life and I will always have those wonderful memories of spending time with the Esher Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Susan Starling Henderson

Ray Chin

October 20, 2010

Charley your light will still shine bright as the sun my friend, never will i forget you..

Sandra Shields-Tidwell

October 19, 2010

You will be in your family and friend's hearts eternally.

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