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Charles Harrison Pawley

Charles Pawley Obituary

PAWLEY, CHARLES HARRISON, (August 7, 1932 - July 24, 2006) MEMORIAL SERVICE A memorial service for noted architect Charles Harrison Pawley, FAIA, will be held Monday, August 7, 2006, at 5:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables, 536 Coral Way. To visit this Guest Book Online, go to www.herald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald from Aug. 2 to Aug. 6, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Charles Pawley

Sponsored by Tom & Bonnie Williamson.

30 Entries

Mrs. Loretto Haley Murphy

August 27, 2006

Dear Barbara and family,

The news of Charles's demise devasted my sister and brother.

Charles spent countless hours in our home and was so deeply cared for by our whole family. I remember his high school fraternity years with my brother Curtis, and his college years as a Pike with my brother and father. I always kind of hoped that he became an architect because of my father, who was also an architect. My parents felt as though he was one of theirs.

I remember when he got a job modeling on a ship. I believe the ship was going to the Bahamas. He was filmed in the dining room. He told the hilarious story of having to eat the sumptuous meals several times before the film shots were just right. He said that at that point, he was in no mood to see lobster any time soon. His humor was wonderful!

Seeing my father's creations still warm my heart and the awesome contributions Charles made will live on for us to enjoy as well. He was so clever in every way.

Barbara, I am also a Chi Omega from the U of M. I do hope you remember me and my brother.

Charles was not shy about declaring his deep love of you and his happiness that you and he would have a life together. To have shared children must be awesome.

Please know that all of us are praying for you and yours and we are sure that God is holding Charles in the palm of HIs hand.

He was bigger than life and touched us all so deeply.

May God bless you all.

Most sincerely,

Loretto Haley Murphy

Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Curtis E. Haley. Sister of Curtis W. Haley.

Bonnie & Tom Williamson

August 22, 2006

How lucky we were to have had Charles working with us on our home. I feel as if we have one of Charles' great master pieces everytime we look at our plans. We will greatly miss this wonderful man. Our thoughts and prayers go to the Pawley family.

Mike Calhoun

August 10, 2006

Dear Barbara,

Please know that my thoughts are with you and all your wonderful family. I can remember only good things regarding You, Charles, and everyone.

God Bless from your friend:

Mike Calhoun

Gloriana M. Calhoun

August 9, 2006

Dearest Barbara, Cynthia, Shawn & Gregg;

Please know that my deepest condolences are with you all in this time of grief. Charles's creativity will live on through his lovely family and his beautiful body of work. He definitely left his mark and was a creative influence in my life. He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered.

Much Love Always,

Ed & Pat Harrison

August 8, 2006

Barbara,

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Charles will be missed. We appreciated seeing the two of you at Sue's memorial service. God Bless.

Ed & Pat

Hedy First

August 8, 2006

I'm the bartender who worked for the Pawleys for years. So very saddened to learn this news. My sympathy to the family. Barbara, I'm so sorry.

anthony clemente

August 7, 2006

Our deepest sympathies, from Diana and Tony Clemente

Dr & Mrs Harold Spear

August 7, 2006

Suzanne and I join the many Miamians who will miss the presence of a most outstanding architect and individual.

Pam Gassen Alonso

August 6, 2006

Dear Gregg and family,

I was saddened to read the passing of your father. I never had the opportunity to meet your father but I know he was a wonderful person. May all your happy memories make this sad and difficult time easier.

ChuckandSue Cobb

August 6, 2006

The Cobb family wishes to express our deepest sympathy to Barbara, Gregg, and all of the Pawley family. We had the great good fortune to meet Charles in the early '70s and to enjoy the pleasure of his involvement with us in both home and professional pursuits. Charles was a wonderfully talented person and a lovely gentleman whom we will always admire. Chuck, Sue, Chris and Toby

Elinor (Hooper) Asdell

August 6, 2006

I knew Charles as a young boy.

We had a "shared" Aunt (Margaret) and Uncle (Dick)Lent and four Lent cousins.

I also had the pleasure of knowing his mother, his grandma Irene Pawley, Uncle Wallace, Uncle Ben Schooler and Charle's two brothers and sister.

The Pawley family is part of my childhood. We were often at the home of our Aunt & Uncle in Long Beach, California.

I wonder if Charles ever knew he was named after his great-grandfather Charles Harrison Schooler?

My prayers are with Barbara and the children during this sad time.

Joan Silverstein

August 6, 2006

Gregg, I was so sad to read about your loss. My condolences to you, your mother, and your entire family. I remember your father so well, always kind and larger than life. A terrible loss. Take care of yourself.

All my best wishes,

Marty and Bette Schaffel

August 4, 2006

Our deepest sympathies to Barbara and the family. We have had the pleasure of working with Charles since the early 70's and built many of his projects. His brillant architectural imagination resulted in many beautiful projects that have brought much pleasure to many. His outgoing personality, warmth and sincerity will be missed.

RICHARD & JEANNE PEEPLES

August 4, 2006

From our years at the Pike fraternity house and the U of M a lot of time has passed. Our lives took different paths but our memories remained. There were many good times back then and each time we go through our photo albums we get a warm feeling reliving the good times we had.

Barbara your loss is enormous. Life will be difficult after having such a long life together. We will remember this for a long time as well. Charles died on our 53rd wedding anniversary and my sister's birthday was also August 7th.(She died in 1990 from cancer at age 53 yrs).

Though so many years have passed since our paths have crossed we want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Bless you and your family.

Jeanne and Dick

Peeples

James and Betty Garrison Kilbride

August 4, 2006

Our deepest sympathy to Barbara Stanton Pawley and her children. Charles was a classmate of ours at Coral Gables High and a fraternity brother of Jim. We remember his gentle smile and the kindness and respect that he gave to everyone.

Jose De Vivero Sr.

August 4, 2006

Charles and I met at Herbert H. Johnson's office where we worked for a number of years and became good friends He was a great person and quite talented. We will miss him. God Bless Him and His family.

Andrew Kaner

August 4, 2006

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Gregg Pawley and his family for the passing of Charles. Having only met Charles for a brief moment, I have witnessed his talent and greatness, through the fortunate opportunity I experienced in working with his son Gregg. My deepest respects and condolences to Gregg and his family.

Ted Baker, FASLA

August 4, 2006

Those who knew Charles experienced his kind words, his gentle heart, and his dedication to his family, his profession, and his community. He was a meticulous architect whose attention to the fine detail of creativity was his measure. Yet, he was a leader in valuing the preservation of Miami's rich though too-often neglected history. Having served with Charles on the initial Miami-Dade County Historic Preservation Board, I developed a deep appreciation for his candor, vision, and sensitivity. Pending battles between property owners and County staff often became effervescent almost cheerful compromises through Charles' leadership. Our community is immeasurably richer for having had Charles walking its paths and corridors for these many years.

Micheal Brenan

August 4, 2006

I will miss you buddy.

Your Friend Michael Brenan

His Friends at MC Harry Associates Architects

August 4, 2006

A great ARCHITECT; who left his mark on Miami will be missed by many. We need more of his kind in this world.

JOAN KEENAN

August 3, 2006

CHARLES WAS A FRIEND OF MY DECEASED HUSBAND DON KEENAN OF VIKING KABINETS. THEY WORKED TOGETHER FOR MANY YEARS. DON SPOKE VERY HIGHLY OF CHARLES. THE LAST TIME WE SAW CHARLES WAS AT THE STAGS CLUB REUNION. MY TWO BROTHERS WERE HIS STAGS BROTHERS RAY AND ROBERT KAYLOR.

CHARLES WAS A MAN OF MANY TALENTS AND HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED.

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY,

JOAN KAYLOR KEENAN

Janet (Wells) Parsons

August 2, 2006

My deepest sympathies go out to Charles' family. We were both members of the 1951 graduating class at Coral Gables High School where even as a teenager, he was kind and compassionate toward all classmates, a trait carried over into manhood. He was also fun to be with and as we soon discovered, Charles was very creative and talented. He will be so missed, but I pray your hearts will be comforted by beautiful memories.

Del Olson

August 2, 2006

Barbara & family:

My deepest sympathies are with on the passing of Charles. I know your grief and pain having gone through it recently and I thank you and Charles for attending Sue's memorial. God bless you and be with you during this difficult time.

Del Olson and family

David Sanguesa

August 2, 2006

Charles was the first Architect to help me when I came to Miami. He believed in me and gave me some good jobs.He was a great Architect and a good man. I know he is in Heaven with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. David Sanguesa

Lisa & Eli Timoner

August 2, 2006

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Barbara and the children at this horrendous time. May knowing that those who know and love you care deeply about the pain you are suffering now and that we hope your grief will lift soon. Charles will be greatly missed in the entire community.

Love,

Lisa and Eli Timoner

John D. Dannelly, Jr.

August 2, 2006

Charles was in the 1951 graduating class at Coral Gables Senior High School. He was a proud member of the Tau Delta Tau-Stags Club fraternity. Charles and 235 of his fraternity brothers and sisters attended the 2003 TDT-Stags Club reunion. Charlie has joined his 61 fraternity brothers that preceded him, including 3 from the 1951 class. They have already welcomed him and expressed their love for their brother. Charles' fraternity brothers and sisters are including his soul and his family in our thoughts and prayers.

Herta Holly

August 2, 2006

With deepest sympathy,

Herta Holly

Clyde Toland, Jr.

August 2, 2006

God rest a fine man.

John White

August 2, 2006

Mr. Pawley was my neighbor in Pinecrest for many years. I remember him well as a fine, compassionate, and honest man. He will be greatly missed.

Tom & Terrie Achacoso

August 2, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Charles was a very special man and we will miss him dearly. You'll find strength in family and friends to help you get through this most difficult time. We think of him every day. His memory will live on forever. With much love.

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