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Charles Fote Obituary

Charles Thomas Fote, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, successful corporate executive, humble leader and philanthropist died suddenly on November 15, 2023, at the age of 74. Surrounded by his wife and three children, Charlie peacefully entered the gates of heaven. Charlie was born January 12, 1949, in Hartford, CT to Joseph and Rita (Sposito) Fote. Charlie had an accomplished career with First Data Corporation leading him to entrepreneurship and global

philanthropy. Charlie was well loved in the community making everyone he encountered feel like family. He is survived by his wife, Kaye Lynn; children, Charlie (Kristine) Fote Jr., Justin (Leah) Fote, Kristi (Sean) Adams; fourteen grandchildren; brothers, John (Lorraine) Fote, Donald Fote, Michael (Sharon) Fote; sister, Diane Payne; and many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by daughter, Kathleen Haraburda, and brother, Joseph John Fote Jr. Family and friends impacted by the life of Charlie are invited to a celebration of life on Friday, December 1, 2023 at Cherry Creek Presbyterian Church, 10150 E Belleview Ave., Greenwood Village, CO 80111. Viewing from 9:00 to 10:00am. Service at 10:30am. Reception immediately following at Cherry Hills Country Club. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jeremiah's Hope Denver (cmmcjh.org) or Urban Youth Ministries (uyministries.org)

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Published by Hartford Courant on Nov. 26, 2023.

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Terri Fox

December 1, 2023

Hi Kaye Lynn, just heard of Charlie“s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. What a crew of grand kiddos you have. Hugs and blessings. Terri Fox

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Doug and Annalise Sebion, Nettie Haraburda

November 28, 2023

We are so deeply sorry to hear of his passing. Kaye Lynn you and the whole family is in our thoughts and prayers. What a great man. We love you all,
Grandma Nettie, Uncle Doug and Aunt Anna. XO.

Ann Louise L Gittleman

November 26, 2023

I am so sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. I remember him well from my childhood growing up in West Hartford. RIP, dear friend. You were so very loved!

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10150 E Belleview Ave., Greenwood Village, CO

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Cherry Creek Presbyterian Church

10150 E Belleview Ave., Greenwood Village, CO

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5303 East County Line Road, Littleton, CO 80122

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