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CHARLES J. BURGEY
AGE: 64 FORMERLY OF CLIFFWOOD BEACH
Charles J. Burgey, 64, of Florida, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2010 peacefully at home. He was raised in Cliffwood Beach and a graduate of Matawan Regional High School. He moved to Buena Vista Township and owned Burgey Truck Repairs in Landisville for many years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and served in the Viet Nam War. He was an avid horse and music lover. His love of music, especially the 50s, led to a side career as a DJ in Vineland known as "Mr. Blue".
He was predeceased by his parents, George and Carmella Burgey; brother, Robert Burgey; and sister, Margaret Maffie. He is survived by his wife, Linda; children, Tammi Capehart of Vineland, Sherry Good and Charles Burgey Jr. of PA; three grandchildren; sisters, Patricia Karlik of Seminole, Fla., and Rosemarie Klein of Cliffwood Beach; brothers, Dennis Burgey of Buena Vista Township, Kenneth Burgey of Franklinville, and George Burgey of Hightstown.
Services will be private. Donations in his name may be made to Viet Nam Veterans of America at www.vva.org. Condolences to the family may be sent to [email protected].
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Burgey
Carrie Leoni
July 26, 2023
Charlie's name often comes up during get-togethers with long-time Matawan friends during our memory-lane wanderings. His name always evokes smiles, and a bit of wistfulness too because he is still missed.
Carrie Leoni
July 25, 2021
Although many years have passed since being in his company, Charlie will always be remembered among his old Matawan pals with much affection and gratitude for knowing him.
Mickey McMahon
July 26, 2020
Growing up we make friends, some you never forget, some you want to forget, and some you wish you never met, Charlie was the kind you will never forget, top notch personality who was loved by all that knew him. Charlie was the life of the party no matter where he went. Think of Charlie, oh yea, all the time!! Thank you Charlie for your friendship and all the great memories my friend.
Carrie Leoni
July 26, 2019
I still think of Charlie even after so many years. Love goes out to his spirit from me, as well as from the many others who were fortunate to know him.
Carrie (Manning) Leoni
August 4, 2010
All of Charlie's old-time friends from the early Matawan days (high school, etc.) remember him with great, deep affection -- and now a crushing sadness with the news of his passing. Charlie was such a good-natured guy with a ready smile and a bit of mischief at the slightest provacation. I recall his cheerful demeanor, charm and fun-loving nature -- along with a generous hunk of hair that seemed to extend the height of his head a few inches. My last opportunity to share Charlie's company occurred at the July 1996 50th birthday reunion at the former Joe Pepp's in Matawan. It was a treat to listen to him and other long-time pals swapping memories and singing doo-wop again. We really missed him at our reunion in 2009. Charlie easily brightened the life of everyone he encountered. All of us who adored him will always keep his joyous influence in our hearts and memories.
August 2, 2010
I only knew Charlie in my freshman year in high school but I remember him so vividly..........he had the kind of personality that made a big impression and stuck with you.........I am so sorry for your loss.........Cher Hume Lavender
Sherry Good
August 2, 2010
Dad although distance seperated us you were and always will be in my heart! I love you and will miss so much!
Mr. Blue
John Capehart
August 2, 2010
For those who knew Charley, could only define him as NOBLE! His love of Music was second to none, and his talents were beyond explanation. A Hero he was to his Daughter, and to fall in love with Charley he made so easy. "Grab a Beer, turn up the Radio, and relax my friend", you have earned it!! You will be deeply missed but never forgotten. Your world has become my treasure, and for that I will never be able to thank you enough. "Mr. Blue", signing off folks. We Love You!! "Semper Fi" Marine
Jane (Carothers) Dukes
August 1, 2010
My high school memories of Charlie Burgey are all happy ones. My prayers are for his family today. Under his yearbook picture it said "Easy going and nice to know." He certainly was!
05/27/2010 Nothing Better than a Cool Beer in the pool!
Tammi Capehart
August 1, 2010
Dad...You will always be my hero!! I will miss you terribly..I LOVE YOU! Rest in peace Daddy!
Dianne (Dilks) Douglas
August 1, 2010
Another classmate gone too soon.
Dad...You will always be my hero!! I will miss you terribly..I LOVE YOU! Rest in peace Daddy!
Tammi Capehart
August 1, 2010
Pamela Brown
August 1, 2010
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Kline Construction Co.
July 31, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Mickey McMahon
July 31, 2010
I will always remember charlie as the care free jolly person who i had know all of my cliffwood years, we not only were school chums but had served in the drum and bugle corps. Charlie could out dance even fred astaire i think! When we competed in the compititions, charlie would start his dance number, and the croud would go nuts! I will miss my friend, and will cherish his memory always! Mickey
Terry Klein
July 31, 2010
I know God is with you and blessing you at this difficult time. May Charlie rest in peace. Love Mom
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