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Charles Niles Obituary

Of the Community at Meadowood in Worcester formerly of Abington, PA. Beloved husband of the late Mary Murphy Niles. Loving father of Karen Parker of Ambler, PA, Janet, Alice and Clare Niles all of Abington and the late Charles Lannon Niles III. Grandfather of Jessica Pomraning, William Charles Niles Parker, Charles William Niles Parker, Jonathan Mast, Lindsay Niles, Leah and Hannah Rosenzweig. Also survived by a sister, Eleanor Hagan. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Tues. Eve. 7 to 9 p.m. in Our Lady Help of Christians Church, 1500 Marian Rd. Abington and again Wed. at 10:00 a.m. in the Church followed by Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Int. Holy Sepulchre Cem. In lieu of Flowers contributions to the Mary Murphy Niles Fund, Elwyn, Inc., Attn: Dr. Sandra Cornelius, 111 Elwyn Road, Elwyn, PA 19063. Elwyn Inc. is an organization which serves adults and children with developmental disabilities. Arrangements by FitzPatrick Funeral Home, Abington.

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Published by Boston Globe on Dec. 19, 2006.

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M/M Frank & Nancy Haftl

December 12, 2007

Dear Charles; You were indeed a "Man for all Seasons" and now your once more with your true Love Mary. We'll all remember you always. Nancy and Frank Haftl

Richard Stone

December 19, 2006

I can only echo the beautiful sentiments expressed by those before me. You were a great man Charlie Niles - in so many ways.

James McDermott

December 19, 2006

Diane and I will miss him very much. From the time we first met as freshmen at Boston College when we would play bridge while Mary fed us, until his most recent trip to Boston for our 55th reunion, every occasion with Charlie was a delight. Who could forget his friendship, wit and wonderful laugh. He was a fine and wise friend, and his like will not be seen again.

Andrew Rothseid

December 19, 2006

Please acccept my sincere condolences. Charlie was a mentor and friend for many years. He provided me with invaluable guidance and direction and set standards that I will continue to strive to attain.

Frank & Nancy Haftl

December 19, 2006

Nancy and I are very saddened to hear of the passing of Charles. He was a dear Friend and a Good Person. Our prayers are with you Charles and with your Family.

Dan Schmidt, IV

December 18, 2006

Dear Charlie and Mary -- So happy you are back together. You have been and will continue to be missed, deeply missed, by family, friends, and colleagues. Thank you for setting standards in so many important and beautiful ways for the rest of us.

David Robb

December 18, 2006

I was saddened to learn of Charlie's passing. When I was a new participant in the business he loved, Charlie always went out of his way to ask about how I was doing and to offer suggestions, counsel and guidance that helped shape my new career. He was one of a kind who will certainly be missed

Robert Mangino Sr.

December 18, 2006

I am very sorry to hear about Charley's passing. I sat with him on arbitration panels and was so much impressed with his integrity, fairness and keeping a tight leash on the lawyers who were presenting their cases. I will miss his wit and wisdom, especially in comparing the athletic prowess of his Boston College football team.

Dan FitzMaurice

December 18, 2006

I am very sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. He possessed wonderful analytical skills, wit, and wisdom. About one year ago, Charlie served as an umpire in an arbitration in which I served as one of the lawyers. He did a marvelous job, as I'm sure that he did in all things. The world of insurance and reinsurance is much better for Charlie's many contributions.

Gary Koupf

December 17, 2006

So sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. I had known him for many years through the CAS and will miss him. My condolances to the family.

Ed Shamon

December 17, 2006

I have many fond memories of this truly bright and witty man. My sympathies to the entire Niles family on his passing.

Janet Bennett

December 17, 2006

I am so sad to hear of Charlie's death. It was so good to spend time with him at my husband Norman's funeral in April of this year. I'm visualizing the two of them getting together now to catch up on Actuarial Society gossip - and Norman getting to hear Charlie's wonderful laugh once again. My thoughts and prayers are with the Niles family.
With love, Janet Bennett

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