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CHARLES "CHUCK" FELLOWS

1943 - 2022

BORN

1943

DIED

2022

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Newtown, Pennsylvania

CHARLES FELLOWS Obituary

FELLOWS CHARLES K. "CHUCK" On Aug. 15, 2022, age 79, leaving his loving wife of 29 years, Madeline, and many others to mourn his passing. Born in Swarthmore, PA, Chuck was predeceased by his parents Raymond Fellows and Margaret (nee Kneedler) Fellows, and brother, Richard. With a degree in Economics from Hobart College, Chuck worked in Finance for General Electric for many years. Over the past three years Chuck faced cancer with remarkable calm, courage, and determination. Never complaining. Chuck was a skilled sailor and navigator on many waterways including the Chesapeake Bay. A celebration of life will take place at a later date.

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Aug. 21, 2022.

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Dale Ziarek

July 21, 2025

I was a friend of Chuck Fellows in 1964 at Ft Monmouth NJ. We had a great friendship although very brief. I never knew if went to Vietnam?

Madeline Fellows

August 23, 2024

A grove of 100 memorial trees will be planted in loving memory of Charles K.
"Chuck" Fellows in Oregon for the Green Diamond Fire Restoration.

Leo and Philly

August 22, 2024

Missing a great brother in law

Lynette Hempsey

August 16, 2024

Remembering what a wonderful person you were and missing you Uncle Chuck! Your trees are awesome just like you!!

Lauren Donahue

August 15, 2024

Missing you extra today!

Madeline Fellows

August 15, 2024

A grove of 100 memorial trees will be planted in loving memory of Charles K. "Chuck" Fellows in Oregon for Green Diamond Fire Restoration

Grove of 100 Memorial Trees

Madeline Fellows

Planted Trees

Madeline Fellows

August 15, 2024

My darling husband Chuck, my best friend, my one true love, you are in my heart and in my thoughts every moment of the day. I yearn for you, my soulmate, and would give anything to have you here with me.

Leoni family

August 15, 2024

Missing our brother-in-law

Jess & Kyle

December 22, 2023

Missing you always, Uncle Chuck.

Joe von Vital

December 21, 2023

Today, the Winter Solstice marks the first day of winter and the onset of a new season. But for those of us who knew "Chuck the Sailor" we know we saw that word inscribed on his favorite means of transportation.

For the better part of 15 years, the Winter Solstice marked the starting point for what Chuck, my cousin Mike and I termed "The Winter Meetings."

It was at those meetings held in Ocean City that we planned our next sailing trip to take place with the advent of warmer weather.

Today my cousin and I our meeting for lunch in Newtown Pa. at the eatery we often met up with
Chuck to remember the good times we had and the camaraderie we shared as friends and sailors.

On this the marking of the shortest day and longest night in the Northern hemisphere, a time when the sun appears to stand still or pause for a moment in the sky, I´m reminded of a man who lived life to the fullest.

Today my cousin Mike and I will raise our glasses and propose a toast to "The Captain" and remember that what we have once enjoyed becomes a part of us that we can never lose.

Daria Ortman

December 20, 2023

Such a beautiful way to honor such a wonderful man. Uncle Chuck, we miss you dearly.

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

Barbara Leoni

December 13, 2023

Cannot believe it´s been over a year since your passing. You were truly a gentle man, sweet, kind and so intelligent. Just know you are truly missed and loved so much by your family.

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

A pecan tree in honor of Chuck Fellows at Scott Arboretum at Swarthmore College

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

Yellow magnolia tree in honor of Chuck Fellows at Scott Arboretum at Swarthmore College

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

Madeline Fellows

December 13, 2023

Pecan tree in honor of Chuck Fellows at Scott Arboretum at Swarthmore College

Lou

December 12, 2023

We all think of Chuck and miss him every day.
The Leoni family

Madeline Fellows

December 11, 2023

Lynette Skip and Tyler

August 21, 2023

We miss you very much Uncle Chuck!! We will never forget your kindness.
Lynette Skip and Tyler

Madeline Fellows

August 20, 2023

Madeline Fellows

August 20, 2023

Daria Ortman

August 16, 2023

Uncle Chuck, you will never be forgotten. You are always in our thoughts and hearts. We miss you dearly.
Daria & Family

Leoni

August 15, 2023

We miss him every day
Leoni family

Joe and Lisa von Vital

August 15, 2023

Madeline
On this, the 1st anniversary of Chuck´s passing, Lisa and I hope that you will find some small comfort by remembering him as the kind and compassionate person we all knew.

Simply put, Chuck did it right. He loved life and his place alongside you was the reason why. You no doubt instilled in him many of the values that shaped his life and were instrumental in helping him complete his journey with grace and style which is why his life will stay in our memories forever.

Please accept our heartfelt condolences on this anniversary.

Joe and Lisa

Lou and Barb

August 15, 2023

We miss him and think of him everyday.
Lou and Barb

Lauren Donahue

August 15, 2023

One year has passed and you are missed just the same. We love you.

Madeline

August 15, 2023

My darling husband, Chuck,
On the first anniversary of your passing, you are with me every minute of every day. You will never be forgotten. You will always be my soulmate, my best friend, and one true love. I look to you for inspiration and guidance in everything I do. I miss your amazing intelligence, wealth of knowledge, sense of humor and your warmth and kindness. I miss holding your hand and holding you tight. I miss you more than words can describe.

Lauren Donahue

August 15, 2023

A year has passed and you are missed by all just the same. We love you!

Margaret Clayburn

September 21, 2022

Madeline: I'm so very sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband. Chuck was a kind and loving soul and I'll always cherish the times you & he welcomed Mommy and I into your lovely home for scrumptious meals and togetherness. You're most definitely in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.

Maryann and Teeny

September 1, 2022

Madeline,
We were so sorry to hear of Chuck´s passing. Just know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Felicia Leoni

August 28, 2022

Madeline,
We mourn with you during this very difficult time. Our dear brother-in-law, Chuck, was a wonderful, intelligent, kind man. We will miss him dearly. We will keep Chuck´s memory alive by sharing stories of all the fun times we had together.

Joe &Lisa von Vital

August 25, 2022

Madeline,
Lisa & I are so sorry to hear of Chuck´s passing.

I first met Chuck as a co-worker in 1998. I did not realize at that moment how fortunate I was as I´ve come to know him not only as a business associate but as a sailing enthusiast, mentor, philosopher, financial advisor and, most importantly, a friend.

I am thankful for the time we shared and the many sailing adventures we had. They say that sailing is a source of inspiration and humility, it teaches attentiveness, anticipation, resourcefulness, and patience. Chuck exemplified all these characteristics. He once told me that sailing is a journey just as is life. He always felt at home when at sea, now he is at peace.

Daria Ortman

August 25, 2022

We are so grateful to have known our Uncle Chuck. He was a kind and gentle soul. He handled his most difficult days with grace and dignity. I will cherish all of the fun times we had together, especially on the boat. Aunt Madeline, we love you and are here for you always. Uncle Chuck will forever live in our hearts.

Kim Milano

August 25, 2022

Aunt Madeline, i feel so honored to have known Chuck. You and he so cherished each other! It was lovely to be around such a couple! I will always remember Chuck for his sweetness, great conversation and the way he laughed at my corny jokes. You both handled everything together bravely and gracefully. Love you, Dear Aunt!

Ralph & Mena Masi

August 24, 2022

Madeline,
We are so sorry to hear about Chuck's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with both of you.
Ralph & Mena

Dominic P

August 23, 2022

He was a man to aspire to and will be surely missed. He was humble and hilarious; so well-travelled and so easy to make great memories with... love you, Chuck.

Laureen

August 22, 2022

Aunt Madeline, so sad to hear about Chuck´s passing. Sending lots of love and hugs.

Lynette, Skip & Tyler

August 22, 2022

Aunt Madeline,
Sharing the sadness at the loss of Uncle Chuck, we will always remember his sailing stories, eating out and critiquing tv shows. we will miss him.
We love you,
Lynette Skip and Tyler

Jessica, Kyle, Blake & Nicholas

August 22, 2022

Sending all our love & support to you, Aunt Madeline. I will forever cherish all of the great memories over the years. Please lean on us to help you get through this difficult time. We love you.

Lauren Donahue

August 21, 2022

Our hearts are with you and our dearest uncle always. I am grateful to have such fond memories like those at "Uncle Chuck´s pool", sailing the seas that never seemed to have a breeze when I was aboard, bike rides, scrabble games, but most of all the laughs. Uncle Chuck, you will forever be loved and always be missed.

Marley

August 21, 2022

Chuck was a truly radiant person who everyone looked up to, he's surely missed

Lou and Barb

August 21, 2022

Madeline, We mourn the passing of your wonderful husband. He will forever be missed. Lou and Barb

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