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James Charles Obituary
Calling hours will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday (June 10) at the First Congregational United Church of Christ, 43 Bridge Street, Phoenix NY 13135, followed immediately by an 11 AM memorial service and celebration of his life.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the First Congregational United Church of Christ, 43 Bridge Street, Phoenix NY 13135.
Born in Syracuse, after graduating, in the class of 1950, from high school in Clayton N.Y., Jim entered the US Air Force and served proudly during the Korean War era, stationed overseas in England and honorably discharged in 1955. Following graduation from St. Lawrence University, he worked for Firestone Tires as a sales manager and attended Syracuse University for graduate school before becoming a career high school math teacher in Phoenix, N.Y. and then Cazenovia, N.Y. His encore career included a return to retail management for Fays Drugs and teaching mathematics at Butler Correctional Facility. He loved sailing and boating. His lifelong passion for being on the water began while growing up on the St. Lawrence Seaway. He loved working in his wood shop, reading, writing, and watching football on TV. He especially loved following SU football and basketball teams. He dearly loved and cherished his family and many wonderful friends.
He is survived by daughters Stephanie (Steven) Cushman, Mary Helander, Jennifer (Vincenzo) Fuschino, and Elizabeth Charles; brothers Jack (Mary Lou) Charles and Joel (Carol) Charles; grandchildren Cassidy, Jacob, Maria, and Jessica; and former wives and mothers of his girls Peg (Dick) Scheffler and Sue Charles.
Predeceased by his parents Robert and Ruth (nee Fowler) Charles; and his brother, Richard "Dick" Charles.
Arrangements by Allanson-Glanville-Tappan Funeral Home, Phoenix, NY.
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Memories and Condolences
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4 Entries
June 10, 2019
To the family, you have my sincere condolences. When someone falls asleep in death (Ecclesiastes 9: 5,10) the memories we have of them become our most precious treasure. May those memories comfort you as well as Gods promise at John 6:40.
My deepest sympathy
Evelina Z
June 5, 2019
Many years ago you and your wife Peg and your children were our neighbors Stephanie and I were about the same age I send you all my prayers and thoughts at this time Stephanie, Mary and Jennifer and all of the family Its been a few years since I lost both my parents so I know how hard it is but find comfort that he is with God and you will see him again Sincerely Deb Ford Babel
Martha Jane Schloss-Grela
June 5, 2019
When Jim was my boss at the Canandaigua Fay's it was great. When my son use to come in Jim use to enjoy talking to him. One time at Halloween Jim made believe Dan was scary and Dan laugh with him along time. Thank you for the memories and friendship my friend. You will be missed. RIP
Carol Austin (Charles)
June 5, 2019
I will always cherish the memories I have with Uncle Jim. Thinking of all of you during this time. I know that he and my Father are now sharing some laughs together again. Love to all!
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