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Charles Steever Obituary
KINGSTON TWP. — Charles "Chuck" Steever, 73, of Kingston Township, died peacefully Thursday, Nov. 26, 2015, at his home, after a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born in Leominster, Massachusetts, a son of the late Miriam (Pollard) and Charles V. Steever, of Plymouth. Chuck was a graduate of Patton Masonic School in Elizabethtown and Luzerne County Community College, where he received his degree in business administration in 1971.
After serving four years in the U.S. Navy, he was honorably discharged with the rank of Hospital Petty Officer 3rd Class. Chuck was employed as an Electronic Switching Technician for Bell of Pennsylvania and later Bell Atlantic, retiring in 2001 with 37 years of service.
He was a member of Kingston Lodge 395 F & AM, as well as the Coldwell Consistory. He served as past master for two years and secretary for 15 years. He served as past President of the Sunrise Estates Home Owners Association, and was most recently a member of the board of directors for the Dallas Area Municipal Authority.
Chuck was an avid gardener and was known throughout the valley for the beautiful landscaping surrounding his home. He was a great handyman and often thought outside of the box when it came to unique holiday decorations. He also enjoyed reading, fishing and training dogs for both obedience and show. He was extremely proud of the many blue ribbons won by his many loyal best buds.
In addition to his parents, Chuck was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harry E. and Gertrude Pollard, and Beatrice and Charles R. Steever.
Surviving are his wife, the former Bobbie Steiner, to whom he was happily married for 46 years; his newest best bud, Vinnie; brother, David Steever and his wife, Pamela, Newport Township; sister, Elaine Weaver and husband, Robert, Plymouth; nieces and nephews, David Steever, Shelly DePhillips, Danny Steever, Robert Weaver and Victoria Weaver.
The family would like to thank Chuck's wonderful caretakers, Dr.Bruce Saidman, Oncology Associates, and Mary Erwine, Erwine Home Health & Hospice.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held 10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 4, 2015, from the Hugh B. Hughes & Son Inc., Funeral Home, Wyoming Avenue, Forty Fort. Friends may call 9 a.m. to service. Interment will be private in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Harrisburg.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Dr., Memphis, TN 38105, or Kingston Lodge 395 F & AM, 22 ½ E. Union St., Kingston, PA 18704.
For more information, or to send the family online condolences, visit www.hughbhughes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Victoria Weaver
November 22, 2019
I miss you every day uncle chuck can't believe you are gone I love you so much and I miss you so much
December 22, 2015
Dear Bobbie,
I am so sorry we missed the service for Chuck, and so sorry for what you both have been through with this. I did not know that Chuck was a gardener, a dog show enthusiast and an opera lover - Mark told me about the memorial and the music. I have always thought that Chuck was "just" a really wonderful guy and a first rate human being who got into the spirit of things and was always a pleasure to talk to. I am very grateful that we got to see you both at the Grotto that evening, and I would not have guessed how little time was left - he looked as I always remembered him. You have both given a great deal to others, and I only wish you both might have had more time. All the best to you. - Tom and Janis
December 4, 2015
Bobbie,
Just heard of Chuck's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Love you my dear friend.
Dan and Maryann Williams
December 4, 2015
Bobbie, we were saddened to hear of Chucks passing I enjoyed working with him during 0ur time at the telephone company, may he rest in peace
Bill Burnaford
December 3, 2015
Bobbie-sorry to hear about Chuck's passing. We enjoyed a good work relationship for many years. We moved to Lancaster and I will not be able to be at the memorial service.
Dave and Dawn Moran
December 3, 2015
We are sorry for your loss. got to know him from Amelia's very nice man liked our talks
December 2, 2015
Bobbie, my sister told me about Chuck's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. I could not stop thinking about how many laughs and good times we had many years ago. Chuck was such a kind man and he will be dearly missed. Cece(Naperkoski)Boran
Gene Kelleher
November 30, 2015
Dear Bobbie, A man of integrity, character and compassion. I feel honored that he was part of my life during my years in Plymouth. He was a man of many accomplishments that were flavored with humility, An individual who always fully supported his family and friends.
Bob, Heather, Emily, and Katie Bogdon
November 30, 2015
Bobbie, I am so sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. He will always be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Cheryl Summa
November 30, 2015
Dear Bobbie,
I am so sad to hear about the passing of your husband. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless you and provide you with peace at this difficult time.
Cheryl Summa
Mary Gryziec
November 30, 2015
Dear Bobbi,
May happy memories help you through this difficult time, Chuck was a great guy. He will be missed.
Our deepest sympathy,
Mary and Rich Gryziec
Mary and Allen Erwine
November 29, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Mitty Granahan
November 29, 2015
Dear Bobbie,
I was very saddened to hear of your loss of Chuck. Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Ralph Stoudt
November 29, 2015
Sorry for the lost of ur husband Chuck
Caroline Youngman
November 29, 2015
Dear Bobbie, I am so very sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. God Bless.
John & Jennifer Throop
November 28, 2015
Our Dear Bobbie-
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved Chuck. He was a kind, generous, caring man. We will miss him. Anything you need, we are here for you.
Love,
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