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Carl Sittler Obituary
Loving Husband, Father and Grandfather
CHELMSFORD -- Carl G. Sittler age 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on January 9, 2015 at the Lowell General Hospital as a result of complications from a stroke he suffered in December.
He was born and raised in Pennsylvania. Carl enlisted in the Army to serve his country during the Korean War. He was deployed overseas and was also stationed at Fort Devens, being honorably discharged after three years of active service. While stationed stateside, he met and married the love of his life Sandra E. (Picard) Sittler, daugher of the late Victor A. and Thelma M. Picard of Lowell, MA. At the time of his death Carl and Sandra had shared 58 years of marriage.
Carl was a resident of Chelmsford for the past 53 years. He also was the Owner/Proprietor of Carl G. Sittler Inc., an automotive repair business successfully operated in Tewksbury, MA. for over 45 years. He conducted his affairs on his word and a handshake and earned a reputation of Reliability, Integrity, and Fairness.
He was an active member of the Tewksbury Lions Club for many years. He was elected twice as its President and also served on its Board.
Carl was a devoted husband, loving father and gracious grandfather. He most enjoyed time spent with his family. In additional to being an avid Red Sox Fan, he was an ardent tinkerer who could fix most anything, and he especially enjoyed his home.
In addition to his wife Sandra, Carl is survived by his daughter: Carla (Sittler) Destramp and her fiance John Slot of Hudson, NH. His son: Darryl Sittler and his wife Karen of Chelmsford. Grandchildren: Jess Destramp, Victor Sittler, CJ Destramp, Katie Sittler and Devin Sittler. 1 brother: Kenneth Henry and his family of Kutztown, PA. A sister-in-law: Linda Siegelin and her husband Terry of Florida, as well as aunts, nieces and nephews. Carl was predeceased by his mother: Marie Rose Henry, and brothers; Donald Henry and Harold Henry, Jr.
SITTLER -- A time of closure following his cremation will be offered through visiting hours to be held at the ARCHAMBAULT FUNERAL HOME, 309 Pawtucket St., Lowell on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 from 4 to 7 P.M. His family invites you to stay following the visiting hours to celebrate his life through a Memorial Ceremony beginning approximately at 7 P.M. In lieu of flowers donations in memory of Carl may be made to the Tewksbury Lions Club, P.O. Box 314, Tewksbury, MA. 01876. Funeral Director Victor J. Archambault Jr.
(978-459-9315).
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Memories and Condolences
for Carl Sittler
David Pyle's jr
April 24, 2022
You are for sure missed uncle carl.
January 20, 2015
Sandy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Mary and I loved running into you and Carl at Dunkin and enjoyed having coffee with both of you. We were so saddened to hear this news. Charlene & Mary
Andy Bufano
January 16, 2015
My deepest condolences to the Sittler Family. Many of the messages left on this memorial speak to the same memories I have of Carl. When I look back at the several years I spent as a young man working with Carl at the shop I realize how fortunate I was .... I did not realize it at the time but Carl was as much an Uncle as a Landlord to me.
The countless times Carl helped someone who needed a boost up or a job for a while... what an amazing man. You don't often meet many people like Carl - especially today in this very different world.
Andy Bufano
glen cefalo
January 14, 2015
Sad news of hearing of Carl's death may he rest in peace
The Cefalo family
John's Texaco
January 14, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to your family. Love Nancy and Jerry.
Lisa Timmons
January 14, 2015
Dear Sandy, Carl,Carla, and the rest of the Sittler family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss.I remember Carl, when I was growing up in the early 70's. He was such a kind and caring man, who will now be able to watch over all of you, as your guardian angel. My thoughts and prayers are with the Sittler family...RIP Carl.
Love, Lisa Timmons
January 14, 2015
Dear Sandy, Carla and Darryl- Sending our thoughts and prayers to you during this difficult time. Know that God is with you always!
Mike and Marie Smeraldo (Timmons)
Joe Weydemann
January 14, 2015
Sittler family I wish I did not hear this news. You have my sympathies. I stopped by to see Papa and Nana after Terrie moved. Usually people can say I know how feel. I actually do my dad died December 15th 2013
Arthur Moores
January 14, 2015
Daryl and Karen, so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad, so many memories shared with him through the years. He will be very much missed by all those who shared a friendship with him. Thinking about you and your family at this difficult time, may your Dad now find peace and be pain free.
Lynn and Phil Smith
January 13, 2015
Darryl, Karen and family- Sorry to hear about your Dad. Your in our thoughts.
Lynn and Phil Smith
Mike Kelley
January 13, 2015
It has been many decades since I worked for Carl, but every so often I had the great fortune to run into him by accident. He would greet you with a handshake and a grin from ear to ear, we would catch up on business, careers and family as if no time had passed at all. Once you were his friend, you were always his friend.
Over the years, being far removed from my time at Carl's Towing, I have often thought that kids in business school could have learned something from Carl and how he ran his business. He treated both customers and employees as if they were family. In all his interactions he demonstrated honesty, integrity, kindness and extreme generosity while still being able to build a successful business, maintain a loving family and find time to give back to his community. By any measure, he was a success.
In particular, what I remember most and perhaps most meaningful, is how Carl always had a soft spot in his heart for those that were down on their luck and just needed a helping hand to get back on their feet. We bore witness to what the kids today would call "random acts of kindness", but there was nothing random about it with Carl. That is just who he was. He was truly a good man. I will miss him.
Mike Kelley
January 13, 2015
To Sandy and Family. So sorry to hear of Carl's passing.We send our prayers. Your cousin Patsy(Dupont) Taylor Nashua NH.
January 13, 2015
Words cannot express the sadness we feel, Carl, you truly were a great friend and we will surely miss you. You and Sandy have shared great times with us and the memories will always be with us from when we lived in Chelmsford. God bless and keep you in His care. Love Frank and Cecelia
Donna & Carl Larose
January 13, 2015
Our condolences to the family. Please take comfort in knowing that Carl is no longer in discomfort and is at peace. Take care
Tracey Milo
January 13, 2015
You were an Uncle in my eyes since I was born and grew up in Lowell. You'll be missed by many of Loved Ones. Say Hello to my Grandparent Picard up there. I love you, Uncle. Your Niece, Tracey
January 13, 2015
My fondest memories of my cousin are on the farm. We had such good times there. Thinking of you running barefooted and throwing hay around in the barn. Will never forget you. My sympathies to Sandy and family. Cousin, Darlene (Mabel's daughter)
Louise Morris-Mahoney
January 13, 2015
Sandra...You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am sure Carl and my Dad are swapping stories about the old days in the Lions and laughing about them.
linda siegelin
January 12, 2015
I love you Carl,, cannot believe we cant have our chats anymore about the Red Sox and whats goin on in the world, You were by far the very best brother in law anyone could ask for, You are truly a ONE OF A KIND GUY , my thoughts and prayers are with Carla and Darryl and my sister Sandy on Wednesday, my heart will be there with them all, you are now Safe in the Arms of Jesus
Randi and Kevin McGowan
January 12, 2015
Daryl and Karen,
Kevin and I are sad to here this news. Sending prays. See you at the wake.
Randi and Kevin
Bruce Taylor
January 12, 2015
This is very sad and sudden. Mr. Sittler was just about the nicest guy you would ever want to meet. Our condolences to the Sittler Family.
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