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TROY — Charles C. "Chuck" Barrett Jr., age 69, of Troy, OH, passed away on Monday, February 29, 2016 at his residence. He was born on August 19, 1946 in Baltimore, MD to the late Charles C. and Veronica (Karwacki) Barrett Sr.
Chuck is survived by two sons and daughter-in-law: Chip and Sarah Barrett of Barcelona, Spain and Casey Barrett of Troy; one daughter and son-in-law: Shannon and Joe Dykes of Troy; two brothers and sisters-in-law: Thomas and Theresa Barrett of Louisville, KY and Bob and Cindy Barrett of Goose Creek, SC and; grandchildren: Lucia and Milana Barrett, Casey Barrett, Adriana Barrett- Knick, and Jocelyn and Vincent Dykes; and his former wife: Diana Roberts. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sister: Bonnie; and niece: Camilla.
Chuck was a 1964 graduate of Middletown-Fenwick Catholic High School. He earned his Bachelor's in Education from Miami University and his Master's in Education from University of Dayton. Chuck was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Troy. He was previously a member of Knights of Columbus in Middletown, where he played on the K of C softball team. Chuck proudly served his country as a member of the US Army during the Vietnam War.
Chuck was awarded the Bronze Star of Valor during his service. Chuck served as a coach with the Troy High School baseball, football and golf teams, as well as the Troy Junior High school football and basketball teams. He was a retired educator with the Troy City Schools. Chuck loved playing golf, Notre Dame Football and the beach.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Troy, OH with Rev. Fr. James Duell as Celebrant. Burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery, Troy, OH. Full military honors will be presented by the Veterans Honor Guard at graveside. Friends may call from 4-8 PM on Monday at Baird Funeral Home in Troy.
Contributions may be made to Wounded Warriors Project, 301 Grant Street, Suite 900, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15219.
Friends may express condolences to the family through www.bairdfuneralhome.com.
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Mike Day
March 13, 2016
Di, Bob...
Chuck was such a wonderful friend and mentor to me. I cherished the time that we spent together in Troy. May he rest in peace and may your family find solace in the Lord's word.
H B
March 7, 2016
He was a terrific teacher...many great memories of him. Sorry for your family's loss.
March 5, 2016
I'm deeply sorry for the loss of your loved one.May loving words comfort your family at this time of sorrow Isaiah 57:15
March 4, 2016
So very sorry for your loss. Chuck was such a great person.Always a smile on his face.
Covert and Maureen Holley
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