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Charles "Chuck" DeCost, a beloved father, son, brother, nephew, and boyfriend, passed away November 8th, 2025. Born on March 1st, 1976. He loved his family he always tried to help them all. His little nephew Khary was a special little boy he always wanted to be like his Uncle Chuck. Chuck would go to the store and he always brought something back for him. He is preceded in death by his father Steve, and his brother Steve. He is survived by his son Dillyn; mother Ruth (Ziggy); brothers Hurley (Wendy); Jeff (Telisha) his girlfriend Becky of 31 years; 2 special aunts Sharon and Debra; numerous cousins; niece Molly; 5 nephews Vaughn, Justin, Noah, Mason, and Khary; great niece Eliana. He will be greatly missed by everyone he came in contact with. Rest in Peace Charles!
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