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Charles Sowle Obituary
SOWLE, Charles Edward Charles Edward Sowle, 50, died unexpectedly (March 1, 2006) at Hartford Hospital of heart complications. He was born February 21, 1956 in Bar Harbor, Maine to Cecil E. and Mabel Tozier Sowle. Charles is survived by his best friend and sister, Nance Sowle of East Hampton; Evelyn Raley, Fairfield, Maine; Cindy Bach Driggs, Idaho; Eugene Cunningham, Carmel, Maine and Edward Cunningham, Coventry; and other extended family members. Especially important to him were Haylie and Donna, and his nieces Tria, Mikki and Sami. Charles attended East Hampton High. He worked at CCRC in Hartford and Manchester Redemption before moving to Glastonbury where he was assistant manager at Manager's Mobile. Charles was passionate about music and played lead guitar with many area bands. He loved to cook and did so at Glastonbury's Fred's Place and Maple Café. He often combined both talents to raise money for local charities. Charles was a kind spirit whose sense of humor and intellectual wit brightened the lives of all who knew him. A celebration of Charles' life will be Saturday, March 11, 11 a.m. at the D'Esopo Funeral Chapel, 30 Carter Street in East Hartford. Memorial contributions in his name may be made to the South Congregational Church Memorial Fund, 1301 Forbes St., East Hartford, CT 06118.
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your loving sister Cindy
March 1, 2007
One year ago, I lost my brother and my friend. Words will never say how much I love you and miss you. Guess what, Mikki is having a boy. I know you are watching over my girls, as you always have. Thank you and I miss you terribly.
Donna
March 1, 2007
Babe,
It's been one year, yet feels like yesterday. I read and reread your notes and letters and miss you. We all miss you, words cannot convey just how much.
I love you.
Cindy
July 5, 2006
Charles, It has been over 3 months since your death and I'm not sure I'll ever get over it. There is a hole in my heart you could fit a semi and thensome in. It's so hard, so painful and I miss you so very very much.
Your loving sister Cindy
Evelyn Cunningham Raley
April 7, 2006
Charles, My baby brother,I never got to say goodby,as Ron was in the hospital. I will never forget the day Ron and I was Married, as you had just got out of the hospital, that gate was a hard hit wasn`t it. You always new how much I loved you, you always made me laugh, you always had a smile for me,plus who else would make me the best cornbeef dinner I ever had. I will always miss you till the day I see you again. Sister.
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Barbara Sobieski
March 22, 2006
Cindy,Nance,Tria,Mikki:
I did not hear about Charles passing until the 21st. I really liked Charley, always enjoyed talking with him at Dick's parties. I will miss seeing him around town.
With my sincerest sympathies to the family.
Barb
Mikki Oliveira
March 19, 2006
Uncle Charles thank you so much for helping to look out for me. I can't tell you how much I learned from you in the eleven years you lived with dad and me. Thanks to you I have really expanded my love of cooking. I will miss my birthday scallops as only you could really understand and share my love of garlic. I miss you so much and love you lots. I wish I had been able to tell you in person how much you ment to me. Love you and miss you forever.
Love Mik
Ken Stino
March 16, 2006
Charlie "Watts", as we often called him for the person who taught me to run my amp at 12 when it only went up to 10. Took me years to tame myself. That feeling of power was Overwhelming. Intoxicating. Trips to Mac's house for band practise in East Hampton, I drove as you didn't have your license then. Yukon Jack in the back.. you bet... Charlie didn't tune his guitar, he just felt where it was.... Then adjusted it some. Never ever pump the gas on a 440 6-pack Dodge, you'll flood it, he was right..
Mac, Dennis, Rich, Steve,Chris,and Nick, and the boys, we will all miss you. "Keep the shiny side up", "Drive fast and take chances"..... God Bless you for being you. Thanks man...
Ken
David Tozier
March 12, 2006
Dear Charlie,
It was you and my Uncle Tim who really helped to inspire me and put the Rock-n-Roll into my life. Without all those jams that I used to watch as a little boy I'd never be so passionate about my music today. Sitting on the stairs watching you guys play in the basement is still etched into my mind. Here it is almost 40 years later and that is where my daughters sit and watch me practice with my band.
Dear Nancy, Tria, and family,
I wish to send our love and condolences to you from the Tozier's; my Dad Terry, my sister Ami, and from my wife and daughters. Charlie will surely be missed for many years to come. May the band jam foverever!
thomas mccabe
March 10, 2006
Charlie, You probably already have a band together in heaven and You're probably having a BBQ too.We met at Mobile Redemptions and rode in trucks together for years.Then we played music together and had some truly excellent times. You were always one of the more knowledgeable people I've known and You always showed class. If only the multitudes of people who throng to Buckland Hills Mall knew what a great, vibrant scene You had at Red Rock.Charlie, You WERE Red Rock.Until we meet again, it was an honor to know You here. I believe You were truly happy. Later, my friend. thomas
Cindy
March 10, 2006
Charles, there are no words to ease the pain in my heart. Your music, your wit, your selflessness and your love will live on in my memories forever. Thank you for watching over my girls, Tria & Mikki. Thank you for the guidance you gave to them. Thank you for the love you gave them. Thank you for the zest of life you gave to them. Most of all thank you for being my brother and for loving me for who I am. You will be in my heart and my thoughts forever. I will miss you deeply. Your loving sister.
Edward Cunningham
March 9, 2006
Charlie was just like his father, one of the kindest men that I will ever know. His talent was in music..playing the drums...along with his cousin Timmy Tozzier. Now they will be jamming together in Heaven. Thank you Charlie for all the good times we had as kids. Love your brother Eddie
Chris Burt
March 9, 2006
Haylie, Nancy and Family,
So sorry for your loss as I´am out of the counrty and unable to attend service. A real rebel w/a clue teenage memory of a Rock n´ Roll´r Double Neck guitar and All! Glad I crossed Charlie´s path @ Mobile. Life is passing way-too fast! My Best to All,
Lenny Ott
March 9, 2006
I worked with Charlie's father Cecil at Flynn Ford and also lived across from them in 1960 I believe my son Lenny jr and Charlie used to play together. I also knew Nancy back then I am sad for her.
Shella Leonard
March 9, 2006
Wiz was a wonderful person. We had the pleasure of meeting him about 1 1/2 years ago at Freds' Place. It was always great to see him. He had the propensity to make everyone laugh. Most memorable was his saying "I'm fine thanks and you?" He is truly missed.
Shella Leonard
Helen Lusa
Marisol Vargas
March 9, 2006
Charles will be missed. Sometimes i would go into the Mobil in Glastonbury if i wanted some abuse, and some name calling from him he new how to put a smile on your face. He was the WIZ. I called him Tulip one day he said No I need something Manly so i said ok what can i call u he said "Wiz call me WIZ" So WIZ u will be missed dearly. Im sorry to the family for your loss of a hilarious person. He would want us to probably take a drink in his name and have a party.
Love Marisol Vargas and Kurt Taylor
Stacy Daigle
March 9, 2006
Charles,
You always put a smile on my face in the morning when I'd stop at Mobile. You were a great individual who liked to make people laugh & always succeeded in doing so. Even though you may be gone, you will not be forgotten. As you used to tell me, "Hey, drive fast & have a good day". Forever in my thoughts.
Stacy
Haylie Cavanaugh
March 9, 2006
You are in my thoughts and prayers
Cindy Bach
March 9, 2006
Thank you to everyone who puts their messages here for my family to read. I will check it frequently and print them out so we can read them when our grief is overwhelming.
Charles' Sister.
Jeffrey Morey
March 9, 2006
My sincere condolences Nancy, on behalf of the Morey family. Charlie was a fine person and a great guitarist. He will surely be missed by many friends and musicians.
Wendy Moore
March 9, 2006
Nancy,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
Wendy
Tria
March 9, 2006
Uncle Charles, you are loved and missed greatly, I am thankful for you being in my life so closely. More than just an Uncle you were a great friend and mentor to me more than you probable new. I often sought you out when i was having a bad day, you always added something funny to it. I will continue to drive fast and take chance :) as was often your guidance. Thank you for being in my life even if it was only for a short time. I love you!
GARY CURTIS
March 9, 2006
BEING TEENAGERS TOGETHER AND GROWING UP IN EASTHAMPTON, CHARLIE WAS ALWAYS THE ONE TO KEEP THE LAUGHS GOING. HE HADE A GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR. AFTER MOVING TO GLASTONBURY AND I STARTED RAISING MY OWN FAMILY IT WAS FUN TO SEE A FAMILAR FACE FROM HIGH SCHOOL. WE WOULD LAUGH ABOUT THE THINGS WE GOT AWAY WITH AND TELL EACH OTHER WE WERE FORTUNATE TO BE SO LUCKY. CHARLIE WAS A GOOD MAN,HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY.
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