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Chuck Mangione
1940 - 2025
Chuck Mangione
1940 - 2025
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BORN
1940
DIED
2025
Chuck Mangione Obituary
He made the flugelhorn cool with instrumentals like his 1978 top 10 jazz-pop hit, "Feels So Good."
Mangione is being remembered for his recurring guest appearances as himself on "King of the Hill."
By Legacy News Staff
(Image: David Redfern/Redferns)
42 Entries
Bri an Kreis
Yesterday
What a talented man. My dad was the first trombonist in the Utica Symphony and I was treated to Chuck Mangione friends in love ensemble, totally unforgettable, and I own that and other albums by this man. Later in the 1980 Olympics when he wrote all the music, my late brother Greg Kreis Was a trombone major at the Crane School of Music in Potsdam New York. He was so thrilled to play with Chuck Mangione at the Olympics. Rest in peace.
Mary R Schmidt
Yesterday
The very 1st time I heard the music it was like my heart said,"welcome home my friend." Thank you my friend, till we meet again.
Gay Eidelstein
Yesterday
My name is Gary Eidelstein - a very old friend of Chuck's. I read about Chucks passing in the Miami Herald this past Sunday.
I grew up with Chuck and Gap on Grant Street in Rochester, New York. We went to the same grammar school (PS # 20) and Ben Franklin High School. Lived and played sports together until our late teen years.
I was not musically inclined like the Mangione brothers - but I respected Chucks talents and followed is career over the years. Last time I saw Chuck was a concert in Miami Beach many years ago. His father Frank was with him and I went back-stage to say hello. Although I had not seen Chuck or Gap in many years I have never forgot my closest childhood friends.
My sincere condolences.
Can you please give Gap my contact information - I would like to say hello.
Gary Eidelstein
2 Grove Isle Drive,
Apt. 610
Miami, Florida 33133
305-992-5406
[email protected]
Philip Montante (cousin)
July 26, 2025
Chuck was a gift to the world. He is gone from our sight, but will always live on in our hearts.
Philip J. Montante Jr.
Buffalo, New York (cousin)
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Ron Nuzzo
July 26, 2025
I was deeply grieved when I learned of Chuck's passing. As a trumpet player, I followed his exemplary playing and unique compositions from the beginning of his career. He was unique in his field and I know that he now rests in peace on "The Hill Where the Lord Hides" My condolences go to Gap and the entire Mangione Family.
Ron Nuzzo
Mr.Jr.
July 26, 2025
My Condolences, to Family & Friends and Fans.
Len Laurro
July 26, 2025
So sorry to hear the news of Chuck's passing. He was a special person. I remember him as a alter boy at St Bridget's Church. I saw him in Atlanta twice and later in Boca Raton at FAU. Just a beautiful soul who will always be remembered . RIP
Frank Renda
July 26, 2025
Sincere condolences to the Mangione family from a long time admirer whose family also came from Sicily. From the moment I saw Chuck perform back in the 70's he changed my taste in music. We are blessed to have his music and good memories with us always.
Chris Runkel
July 26, 2025
I was sad to hear of Chuck Mangione´s passing and have been listening to his music for the first time in several years. He had another connection to Canandaigua Academy´s music program and Jack Lamb. The marching band played three of his songs as its field marching program for 2-3 years in the mid-70s.
ben laurro
July 26, 2025
My condolences to the entire Mangione family his music will live on forever we all came out of the fifth ward in Rochester NY and too numerous to list the names of those who left their mark for generations to come benny laurro
Tom and Chris Gorman
July 26, 2025
I loved the heartfelt music and peacefulness that Chuck shared with us. He continues now on a higher plain to bring peace upon the earth.
Barbara Keyani
July 25, 2025
What a gift to the world...! His music will continue for generations to come. Mr. Mangione touched hearts in ways that only he could reach.
May he rest in peace.
: Barbara Keyani, Santa Barbara, CA
Dr Virgil Davis
July 25, 2025
Going to miss you. Thanks for the memories. Keep the music going up there. Rest in peace Chuck.
milam
July 25, 2025
My husband was Bucky Milam, also a flugelhorn player who passed in 2020. Chuck had a flugelhorn case made in Manhattan but when he made modifications to his horn my husband ended up with the case.
I am a flute player and really enjoy playing "Chase the Clouds Away" practically every week. My prayers and thoughts with Chuck's family. My kindergarteners loved "The Land of Make Believe" - Esther Satterfield was the best.
Peter Rucci
July 25, 2025
Chuck is a legend .when I played trumpet back in the day I used to wear the same hat cause I was a huge fan. What talent. Saw him in concert 3 times. His music is beautiful.
Deb Mangione
July 25, 2025
Such a big part of our musical culture and played right to our souls. Truly a musical legend. Thank you for all the special events you shared with not most the world, but the schools and the family parties
Nick Gionta
July 25, 2025
You could not go anywhere back in the mid to late 70's without hearing Chuck Mangiones,"Feels so Good" on the radio! No way. So many of us LOVED that song because it did make you feel good!! It was special. Chuck seemed to blend jazz, pop, and soft rock and his music came up magic and sounded great! A true original for sure. So Sad that you left us. Thank you Chuck for all the music and the memories! My condolences to the Mangione family. May you Rest in Peace.......
John Svida
July 25, 2025
Great Entertainer, You will be missed, your legacy and Music will live forever, Thoughts and Prayers for Family and Friends, Thank You for your Talent and Inspiring Music, you touched so many hearts and souls, God Bless and Keep Faith.
Denny Fleisher
July 25, 2025
How many of you remember Nate's Brown Derby restaurant, near The Twelve Corners in Rochester? Nate ran a menu item in Chuck's honor called "Veal's So Good." That was a very long time ago, but a good memory.
Kenneth McHenry
July 25, 2025
Chuck Mangione was an exemplary musician. My condolences go out to his family.
Lori Ventura
July 25, 2025
The entire Ventura family sends their love and prayers to Chucks family. He was a dear friend to my father Anthony and had many laughs together and made beautiful music. I know Chuck is in the arms of his mama and papa and making music in a better place
Jules Fulton
July 25, 2025
To The Family of Chuck Mangione:
I was so grieved and saddened to learn that your loved had transition to the heavens.
He will always be remembered for his magnificent musical talent.
Please find comfort knowing God is with you all during this difficult time.
Gone but never forgotten
his loving spirit will live
forever.
Resting now in the peace he so deserves.
God Bless
Don Hansen
July 25, 2025
God bless the soul of Chuck. My sincere condolences to his family. I was a huge fan since the early days of his music . The first concert of his that I attended was in a high school auditorium in Lackawanna NY . My girlfriend and I fell in love with his music . We followed him through those years and attended concerts at Melody Fair , Kleinhans Music Hall and droved from Buffalo to Rochester's Eastman Theatre when he produced the concert for Esther Satterfield , which was recorded live . Now that Chuck has gone on to the " Hill Where The Lord Hides " , he can meet up with Gerry Niewood and their other friends who have left this earth . If there is a Rock n Roll Heaven , You know that they will be part of the band . God Rest your soul Chuck and Thank you for being part of my life !!! Rest in peace !!!!!!
Leah Vaughn
July 25, 2025
My husband and I fell in love to "Feels So Good" and played "Chase the Clouds Away" at our wedding. We saw you in concert in Evansville, Indiana in 1978. Your music has been a constant in our life together. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Lorie Wagner
July 24, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Diana at Fays Drug store many years ago. I could tell how much she loved her dad and the famous people she met through him. I can still picture Diana to this day. My memories are happy ones that will never be forgotten.
-Lorie Wagner
John BARRETT
July 24, 2025
To the Mangione family, my thanks to you for sharing this extremely talented man with the world. While he is gone he will live on through his music
Jill Watson
July 24, 2025
I have been listening to Chuck´s music since I was a kid in the 70´s and still today at 58! Thanks for the music, it will always be some of favorites! Sincere condolences to the family during this difficult time.
Todd Miles
July 24, 2025
Chuck´s music was soothing, uplifting, inspirational and imaginative. I feel blessed with the memory from high school days in the early 70´s, when Chuck and Gerry Niewood spent a few days with our jazz ensemble at the invitation of our band director Jack Lamb, an Eastman Schoolmate of theirs. They arranged several pieces and performed with us at our Christmas concert to the delight of our whole Canandaigua community. His legacy of music will always make us Feel So Good forever. May he rest in peace...
Donna Benier Taylor
July 24, 2025
Thank you for sharing your gift of music with the world. You and your brother Gap are beloved musicians in your hometown. That is a wonderful honor and accomplishment in life. Peace to your family.
Chad Noble
July 24, 2025
I remember listening to Chuck Mangione´s albums as a high school senior, somewhat confused by how they made me feel. He introduced me to melodies, passages, and a style that was different than anything I had ever heard. Thank you, Mr. M for giving me sweet memories of pure musical enjoyment.
Jody Brachman
July 24, 2025
I'm good u I was writing to you to give my condolences to you and your family etc rip I loved his music movies etc. He seemed like a nice guy I will miss him so. No rush take care
Linda Kelly
July 24, 2025
My condolences to the Family of Chuck May God comfort you during this sad and difficult time.
Franco Viscuglia
July 24, 2025
Peace and love always, your cousins the Viscuglia´s.
Diane Cosgrove
July 24, 2025
My sincerest condolences to Chuck´s family. Chuck Mangione has been a true inspiration to me for 45 years. The world has lost a legend. God speed!
John Blair
July 24, 2025
RIP my friend. I'll never forget sitting in with you Gap and the band in Pittsford 1971. Jack Blair
David Tomasso
July 24, 2025
Condolences to Chuck's family. Growing up in Rochester I had many opportunities to see him in concert and his music made a lasting impression on me. His music was inspiring and broadened my musical horizons which is a gift I will always cherish. I pray he is reunited with family and friends and they are making beautiful music together in God's heaven.
Faith C.Tobin
July 24, 2025
Dear Mangione Family my condolences´s on the loss./he´ll surely be missed very much and may he rest in peace.best faith/brad
Leslie Redaway
July 24, 2025
Rest In Heaven
Joe Dinelli
July 24, 2025
Way to many memories.......you will always be the best. Thank you.
JD
Music fan
July 24, 2025
CHUCK THANKS FOR THE MUSICAL MEMORIES!
Dennis Trovato
July 24, 2025
From a graduate of the class of 1960, BFHS, to a member of the class of 1959, R.I.P.
NATHANIEL TURNER
July 24, 2025
I will remember him. I stayed across the street (Martin) from his father store. The wholde family was wonderful people
Nate Turner
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