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Charles Caproni Obituary
WALLACE NC — Charles Joseph (CJ) Caproni of Wallace, N.C., passed away on Friday Feb. 24, 2023.
Born Dec. 23, 1939, son of the late Laurence and Judy (Clift) Caproni.
He was preceded in death by his brother. Laurence Jr.
He is survived by his wife. Dorothy Johnston Caproni; and his children, Due Ellen (Herbie) Cottle and Mary Ann (Michael) Cutler; along with three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by three siblings, Dottie Caproni, Cathy Tierney of Maysville and Jim Caproni of Lexington.
He will be loved and missed by all who knew him.
Burial has taken place.
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joseph m sills
March 9, 2023
So many good memories.
Dave Gray
March 2, 2023
Last time I was at RL I sat with CJ in the clubhouse bar, and as always enjoyed his company. What a good representative of a Southern Gentleman. Jane and I enjoyed CJ and Dotsie. Thank you CJ for making us feel welcome in your home and life.
Hope we get down to see you again Dotsie.
Jacquelyn Cates Smith
February 27, 2023
Thinking of and praying for Dotsy and the family.
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