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for Charles Desiderio
Jane DeTevis
October 28, 2012
Hello Charlie:
Here is a picture of the ceremony presentation of your award with your charming wife, Marie.
Charlie Desiderio Award (microphone)
Janey DeTevis
October 28, 2012
Hi Charlie:
Somehow I didn't show you the AWARD I
wrote about. Here it is.
Forgot to tell you, my hometown is NM
Janey DeTevis
October 28, 2012
Hi Charlie:
Its time to say good bye. You've been gone a whole year. Your family's still misses you and so do your friends. I know I do.
Thought I would show you the award given in your honor early this year. Its called the Charlie Desiderio Award in the form of a microphone - you so much admired, thanks to Leslee Rogers at Sal Army. The owner of Pin Ball Museum was the first one to receive it for his high achievement of donations to The Salvation Army.
So long for now buddy. I figure by now you have made lots of friends up there in the icloud that they call down here on earth, maybe even Steve Jobs himself. Imagine telling Jobs that you're still a Republican.
Jane Detevis
April 27, 2012
It has been 6 months that Charlie left us. He is missed and thought of every time we enter the palomino lane bldg where he worked with the salvation army. Many friends and coworkers miss him daily. Charlie was one great guy no one's going to forget. We listen to the Sunday morning radio show and sometimes feel like he's going to talk on the air. God bless you Charlie, where ever you are.
Hortense, Charlie and Jane
Jane DeTevis
December 28, 2011
To Charlie's Family:
We write down Charlie's name in the book of prayers every Sunday at Christ the King Catholic Community. God bless him for he was a wonderful individual and funny. He is in good hands with St. Peter and we shall meet him again someday. Keep the faith, Marie you were his pride and joy.
Jane and Joan - Nevada, Las Vegas
December 27, 2011
Marie, I am so sorry for your loss. I will never forget the kindness he showed Arden at KSHP. Las Vegas is a poorer place with Charles.
Donna Coleman
November 6, 2011
Charlie you were such an asset to this community, we miss you already. RIP
Donna Coleman
Mike Brown-Cestero
November 3, 2011
I had the honor of serving on the Neighborhood Partners Fund board for several years with Charlie - what a great, great man. A true example of "involved citizen." We need more like him. My condolences to his family and friends - I know he cannot be replaced in your hearts. God bless you, Mike
John & Clare Pepe
November 3, 2011
Marie, Donna & Dina,
We were all so very sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. He will certainly leave a void in the lives of all who knew him. He was such a vibrant, witty, exhilarating, type A person of which there are few. He was a class act all the way! RIP Charles!
We had so many good times & laughs which make great memories to look back on. ?Those were the days ,my friend...?
November 3, 2011
A big cigar, a handful of chips & he would say, "Let's go to AC!"
November 3, 2011
At their new home in LV & our annual "Lobster Bake' - lots of laughs & fun!
November 3, 2011
Maria Dent
November 3, 2011
So sorry to hear about losing Charlie. I worked with him many years ago and always liked seeing him at functions from time to time. I also had the pleasure of being interviewed by him. May he rest in peace. Maria
So many good times....their new home in LV & our annual "Lobster Bake"
Clare Pepe
November 3, 2011
Linda Laseter
November 3, 2011
My condolences to the Desiderio family. I never had the pleasure of meeting Charlie in person but heard nothing but wonderful things about him from his daughter Donna. R.I.P. Charlie. You will be missed in person but your spirit will live on through all you have touched.
John and Bonnie Evans
November 3, 2011
Our condolences to the family. We worked with Charlie for several years at The Salvation Army. He was tireless and full of fire!
November 2, 2011
I have only been in Las Vegas for 3 1/2 yrs but always enjoyed listening to Charlie "the resturant guy" on the radio.. I have heard he was always so giving with his time. He always spoke of his wife Marie and I know he will be missed by so many.
Karen Cicalese
November 2, 2011
Dina, I am sorry that I never had the opportunity to meet your dad. He sounds like an amazing man who left his mark on the hearts of many people. Imagine how many lives he has touched and how many people got through their own personal tragedy because of his work. Sending lots of love to you and your family.
Marvalynn Bryan
November 2, 2011
Charlie you will be missed by sooooo many. You were loved very much.
Mel and Dottie Stockton
November 2, 2011
Donna and Family, Mel and I are keeping you in prayer for strength. Knowing that your father is with Jesus will be comforting for all of you. Rejoice in the fact that he was in your life all these years and that you will be joining him in the future. Love to all.
Kim Schweibert-Maxwell
November 2, 2011
My thoughts are with you, Dina, Donna and Marie during this sad time. I have fond memories of block parties and diaper trucks. Peace and Love, Kim
Linda Labriola
November 2, 2011
Rest in peace Charlie. Thanks for all the memories...
...you will forever be in our hearts.
My deepest sympathy to the friends of this wonderful man and to his amazing family.
Laura Lang
November 2, 2011
Mr. D may you rest in peace.
Love and prayers go out to you and your family.
Brett Maly
November 1, 2011
Charlie, you were a good man. The world is a lesser place without you.
Michael Olson
November 1, 2011
My deepest condolences to Dina and the rest of her family at this difficult time. I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Desiderio and remember him as a very warm and generous man. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Joseph Trapani
November 1, 2011
Cousin Charlie was a great man who will be missed dearly. He is now with the Angels.
November 1, 2011
I have been interviewed by Charlie and interviewed him as well. very saddened to hear of his passing. R.I.P. and best to the family.
Phil Kohen
November 1, 2011
Rest in peace, Charlie.
In The Salvation Army we say, a soldier is "Promoted to Glory." You were a valiant soldier in your efforts to promote the work of The Salvation Amy in Las Vegas!
Deepest sympathy to your family.
Helen Ridgewell, Grizzard.
Kevin Whalen
November 1, 2011
Thanks Charlie for Being YOU! May God Bless Your Family, and May You Rest in Peace.
Pamelia and John Girouard
November 1, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with Marie and the girls. We are sorry for your loss. God bless you all.
Bryon Shay
November 1, 2011
Charlie you will be missed by everyone you touched. I will see you on the other side.It was great working with you. Your family are in my prayers. Good Bye
Ed Zimmerman
November 1, 2011
Charlie touched the hearts of so many from coast to coast. I enjoyed being on his show Beat of Las Vegas. The world has lost a good friend and fan to non-profits everywhere. I will miss him and send my prayers to Charlie, Marie, and his family. Most Sincere regrets; Ed. Zimmerman, Jr. USSUS Fdn.
Fr. Anthony Trapani
November 1, 2011
I light this candle to let you know that I, Marie, Tom and Peter are with you this very special "All Saints Day". Charlie now joins them in heaven greeted by family and friends especially John. The candle is burning here in New York ready to welcome him home and share with you our prayers and love.
Charlie's Army Days
Joanie Marquez
November 1, 2011
Charlie, I won't be giving you any lemons anymore. I wanted to help you plant a Meyers lemon tree since yours didn't make it. I will always make lemon squares in your honor. You will be missed by everyone who's life you touched. Women's Auxiliary Salvation Army say good bye and God bless.
Joanie Marquez (a.k.a. lemon lady)
Janey Detevis
November 1, 2011
Charlie Baby, you didn't have to leave us so soon. I know you didn't want to go and we didn't want you to leave us. Charlie will always be remembered as a great guy, a strong republican, an honest and sincere man. I will miss hearing you on the early Sunday morning radio show. He gave 110% to Salvation Army. He was devoted to Marie and daughters and wanted to live for the summer wedding with Joey. You will always be in our memory, Charlie, God bless you and hire you to do marketing work upstairs. We have lost a great person. Rest in peace. Amen
p.s. you would have made a good Mayor.
Christine
November 1, 2011
May you rest in peace Charles.
Thoughts and prayers to your family. You were always so nice to everyone & always had a smile! God Bless!
Debbie Hall
November 1, 2011
Charlie was a dedicated servant, a wonderful and caring human being and a great restaurant guy. He leaves a legacy with his family and impact on the world in making it a little better place to live.
Brett Grant
November 1, 2011
Charlie's memory and spirit will always be with us at KSHP Radio. Charlie was a pleasure to work with and he will be missed everyday by our staff. Las Vegas lost a great leader in our community and we all lost a great friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with Marie and the girls.
Syrona Hobaugh
November 1, 2011
Your family is in my prayers. Charlie was a really nice man, he will be missed.
Carole McCabe-Joy
November 1, 2011
I am siting here in disbelief! Charles was a wonderful man and a great human being! I enjoyed working with him and always enjoyed running into him! Will be at the service and my condolences to his family.
Ray Heiden
November 1, 2011
I'll have a final cigar in his honor, Marie. He helped a lot of folks who never knew his name.
Martha and John Pulkowski
October 31, 2011
Marie, we are so sorry for the loss of Charlie. We would attend the service but we have plane reservations for early Tuesday; a short vacation trip. We will check in with you next week. We appreciated his kindness as a neighbor.
Marla Allen
October 31, 2011
He was a nice man when I met him several years ago, upbeat positive and direct, I think he was a person you would like just right away - Marla Allen
Vicki Allen
October 31, 2011
Hi Marie,
I am so very sorry to hear about your beloved Charlie. My heart and my prayers go out to you and your girls. May he rest in peace as our Lord's arms welcome him home and he joins your son. Love, Vicki
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