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for Charles Skoog
Bob and Barbara Cody
August 29, 2007
We remember Chuck's sparkling eyes and great smile each and every time we chanced to meet him. God bless, Chuck!
Bob Popoff
June 26, 2007
To The Skoog family
I worked for Chuck for many years as a young boy and then into my 20's when I got to drive the old Ford van. I first met him when I was about 12 years old and got to spend lots of time "doing" odd chores at the house like dusting 45's,stacking boxes and so forth. I will miss the visits with him when I had the chance to stop by and find him tinkering with some project. As someone who lived in Andover my whole life (40) until just seven short years ago, I was shocked to find out just yesterday 6/25 that Chuck had passed away. I just left a note on the his van on Sunday 6/24 trying to find where Chuck was, now that the house was for sale. My thoughts go out to all of you. I was completely caught off guard. I wish I had stopped out just a little earlier.
Ryan Kilpatrick
June 1, 2007
Chuck was a long time customer of mine and shared the passion of McIntosh equiment with us. I enjoyed working with him over the years and am saddened by his passing. I wish my deepest sympathy for his family.
Kathleen Dellaripa
April 16, 2007
Bill,Astrid and Peter
Tom and I are in such deep sorrow to hear about Chuck. He will always be in our thoughts and in our hearts.We will never forget him.
John Clarke
April 11, 2007
My deepest sympathies to the Skoog family. I went to Andover Elem. School with "Chucky," and enjoyed our times together very much. I remember a time we had a party at our house, and can just picture Chucky there lying on a trunk. And I have a picture (by the way, that is a GREAT picture of him - so much like him - always smiling) of him on our AES eight-grade trip to New York City in my "baby/life" book. My sister Lois (Gale) always keeps me informed of the happenings in Andover & Columbia. My prayers will be with you all.
Lora Liappes
April 8, 2007
Dear Pete, Elinor, Sarah and family: We are so sorry to hear of both your mom and then Chuck's passing, what a shock that was. My family and I wish all of you God's peace,love and strength for this time, and the days to come. Andover lake will just never be the same without Chuck and his music being there, but the many memories that he left behind will still bring warmth and smiles to all who knew him. Please know that you are thougt of often, and that all of our prayers are with you. Hey-now he gets to play for even more people "up there"--you can be sure that the angels will be dancing now! Watch out!!! With our love, Lora Lee (Orcutt), Sarah and Samantha Liappes and family......
Patti Jacques
April 1, 2007
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Chuck
Skoog. I met him only once when working as a per diem therapist at MHCC. We shared some good conversation, and I was immediately impressed by his good nature, delightful sense of humor, and incredible outlook on life. Chuck's acceptance of events that forever changed his life so many years ago, and the courage and grace with which he changed course and moved on, is inspirational. I feel blessed to have met him and am richer and humbled by the experience.
Kathy Ray Didieu
March 31, 2007
Astrid, Billy and Pete...
So many wonderful memories that we will never forget. The Red Barn Dances - hanging out at your house, never knowing what Chuck or your Mother would say (their sense of humor was unique and fun) kept my teen years bubbling. We will always have your family in our hearts. To Chuck and Mom Skoog, thanks for the memories!
Sharon (Billings) Browne
March 31, 2007
Oh, my dear, sweet Astrid...
My heart just aches for you in the passing of your Mom and Chucky. I can't imagine what you are going through. I do know, however, the devastating sadness felt by those of us who were so blessed in ever having the opportunity of sharing time with your Mom or with Chucky. In knowing them, just as with yourself Astrid, one got to see and experience the true meaning of warmth, kindness, bravery, undaunted fortitude and perseverence and...ABSOLUTE side-wrenching humor!
I recall times when your Mom would give us rides to our Dance Classes in Coventry. We were young, energetic 10 yr olds, but by the time we'd get there, we'd all be zapped, drained of energy, our sides would be aching and we'd all be in desperate need of a nap. Oh how she could make us laugh! She was just wonderful!
And, oh...our Chucky! Look at those eyes (his mom's) and that awesome smile! Some of my BEST childhood memories stem from the days of the Red Barn Dances and...our AMAZING Chuck Skoog! His smile, his music and his friendship I'll hold close and cherish forever.
I remember the day of his accident and the 'hush' that swept over our little town. All that could be heard were whispers of prayers. But, the Skoogs found determination and strength that rendered us all "awestruck"! What an amazing family! Truly an inspiration!
I pray that you are able to maintain that determination and strength now, Astrid, in your extreme time of need. I send my deepest sympathy to you and yours, and a wish for peace, love and light to come fill your darkness.
Love, Sharon
Meg Hutchinson-Mastrangeli
March 31, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Skoog and Belanger family. Keep your Mom and Chuckys memories daily, and they will be with you always.
Chris and John Russell
March 31, 2007
Dear Astrid, Bob, Jamie and Jim, it is with great sorrow that we learned of your recent loss of Muriel and Chuck. Our hearts go out to you and your family. I will never forget how much fun it was to spend time with you at your mom's place on the lake and picking strawberries with your mom. Nor, how much fun those dances were with Chuck as the DJ.
Alan Hutchinson
March 30, 2007
Astrid, Bill, Peter and extended family,
I was very sorry to hear about Chuck's and Muriel's passing. Our families kind of grew up together at the Lake. I have fond memories of sailing with Chucky and building at least one very sophisticated dam on the brook nearby. How he and the family dealt with his accident was a lesson in hope and persistance.
Elaine Cerreto-Brousseau
March 30, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the family of Chuck in their time of sorrow. Chuck was a friend when we were in high school Class of 56.He will be missed by many.Chuck and his family will be in my prayers.
Bobbi Goss
March 30, 2007
Billy, Astrid and Pete - Our deepest sympathy to you all. We have many, many great memories of both your Mom and Chuck.
Bill, Bobbi, Billy, Lori & Mark Goss (So. Wheelock, VT)
Peter Sylvester
March 30, 2007
The Skoog family Sorry for your lost of Chuck and your Mom when living on Andover lLake we had alot of fun with the whole family. Thanks for sharing that experience with us.. The Sylvesters
Nancy Rychling Smith-Tefft
March 30, 2007
Astrid and Family, my sympathy is with you in these trying times of losing loved ones. My memories of Chuck are many. It seemed he was the DJ at every dance whether it was the VFW, Fire House or Yeoman's Hall, and he alway's had a smile for me. Chuck took what life dealt him and made a mark on us all with his love of music and his courage. We will all miss him.
Patsy (Anderson) Farghaly
March 29, 2007
To Chuck's Family and Friends,I am so sorry for your loss . I am sure he will be missed very much.God Bless you all.
Brenda Stauffer
March 29, 2007
I was saddened to hear of Chuck's passing, but also feel peace in that he has now joined his loving mother and caregiver. What a full life he led, thanks to the support of his family and friends. His wonderful smile in the picture speaks volumes. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Liz Prentice Sutter
March 29, 2007
To Astrid & Bob,
With sadness I still vividly remember the day that Chuck got hurt. With happiness I remember that he immediately played "You Talk Too Much" as soon as I entered an event where he was the DJ. Sincere sympathy to you once again this month. Please come for a visit.
Liz & Tony
Kathleen Moore Taylor
March 29, 2007
Skoogs, My heartfelt condolences to you in the loss of your beloved. I remember how sweet he was to me when I was a teenager in the 70's and he used to let us hang out with him at his gigs and he let me view his cool precious record collections and always cracked me up with his quick wit as he joked around. He still makes me smile when I think of him at the Andover Lake house acting silly and leaving me with fond memories of good times past!
Edvins & Aina Uskurs
March 29, 2007
My Deepest Sympathy to Chuck's Family. Chuck and you all will be in my prayers during this difficult time for you.
Terry Hutchinson
March 29, 2007
To the Skoog family :
To many memories to even begin to list, having grown up across the street from the family we were pretty much family. I can honestly say thru Chuck I am who I am today. He taught me alot about life. I am forever greatful and he will always be in my heart.
Carol,Phil,John, Grace, and Paulie Brindle
March 29, 2007
El,Pete, and Sara,
We love you guys! You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeff & Leigh Julian
March 29, 2007
Pete, Elinor & Family,
So sorry to hear about the loss of Chuck. I had to smile at the mention of the "Red Barn" dances...they were memorable... There was a time when Chuck was the DJ for most parties we went to. He was able to overcome tragedy, with the love and support of his family, and lead a full and happy life. Our thoughts are with you.
Jayne Raleigh Pelkey
March 29, 2007
Astrid,
My teen years (ages ago) included your family and Chuck was always there with some 'sage' advice for us. I grew up with all the advantages of living in a wonderful community who rallied around each other and shared our lives. I will miss Chuck and the music.
Buzz Barlow
March 29, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the family of Chuck in their time of sorrow. Chuck was a goor friend when we walked the halls of Windhan H.S. back in the fifties. Know that Chuck and his family will be in my prayers.
Pauline Embleton
March 29, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Herman Glassman
March 29, 2007
This is my greatest tribute to a mother's ultimate devotion and her son's great fortitude and intellect in learning to keep himself alive and functional. I provided much of his medical care from the early 1960's until my retirement in 1996.
Herman H Glassman, MD
Robert Norton Warner
March 29, 2007
To Chuck's family: I read with great sadness this morning of Chuck's passing. My friendship with Chuck goes back to the 1970s, connected through our love of music and record collecting. In 1980, Chuck told me of some fellows in Willimantic who needed a deejay. They had the equipment, and I had the music, and it was an excellent match. I became the deejay for Crazy Rythem, and for years we did many bookings, developing quite a following. All because of Chuck's intervention. One thing about Chuck that I admired was his ability to overcome his handicap and create a livelihood, using his knowledge of music and electronics. In the '90s, I was greatly pleased as a photojournalist to do an article on Chuck, when he purchased two jukeboxes, and to see it featured on the front page of the Rivereast News Bulletin. He will be sorely missed.
Jamie Arjona
March 29, 2007
Please accept my deep sympathy for your loss. Chuck was a high school classmate and friend. I missed him then, as I do now.
Dianne Grenier
March 29, 2007
It is with great sorrow we mourn the passing of Chuck. He and his family have played a significant role in the development of the Andover Lake community. His smiling face and music will be dearly missed.
With sincere sympathy,
Barbara Braman Kelly
March 29, 2007
Dear Astrid - my sympathies to you again on the loss of your brother. I know my brother, Doug Braman, would offer you the same condolence.
Linda Girshick Stein
March 29, 2007
Dear family of Chuck,
My name is Linda Girshick Stein and in 1953, I had the pleasure of "living" with Chuck in the Newington Home and Hospital. I entered the hospital as a frightened 16 year old away from home for the first time. When I met Chuck, Al Browning and Clair Potts, I found a group of friends who made life in the hospital if not normal-certainly fun! I remember laughing a lot. I think this was Chuck's idea-we were thinking of writing a book called Romance on a Bedpan!
When I saw Chuck's smiling face in his obituary this morning, all the memories came back. This past year, there was a reunion of people who were at the hospital in the 50's. I found out about it week's later and was so sorry that I missed seeing Chuck and the other teens who helped make my outlook on life the way it is today.
I'm very sorry for your loss.
Linda Girshick Stein
5 Utley Rd.
Bloomfield, Ct 06002
Peter Beckwith
March 29, 2007
To the family of Chuck Skoog -
My deepest sympathy on your loss. Chuck was a mamber of the Windham High Class of 1956, and played music for several of our reunions. He will be remembered for his smile and joival personality and missed by all of us.
Peter Beckwith, Chairman
Class of '56 Reunion Committee
Heidi + Craig Warren
March 29, 2007
Pete and Elinor,
Our deepest sympathy on your loss. I remember many high school dances at RHAM, with Chuck as our DJ. What great memories!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.God bless.
Heidi + Craig
Holmes Funeral Home
March 29, 2007
With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.
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