Charles W. Heinstrom

Charles W. Heinstrom, 90, beloved husband for 59 years of the late Phyllis (Doucette) Heinstrom, passed away on Friday, April 17th, 2020 at CareOne in Wilmington. Born in Charlestown, he is the son of the late Albert and Gertrude (Walles) Heinstrom. Charles grew up primarily in Wilmington & Wakefield. He Served in the National Guard and then settled in Reading with his wife Phyllis and raised their family. He worked for 40 years at West Side Autobody and was a gifted repair and painting specialist. Upon retirement he enjoyed spending time between Reading and New Hampshire. He especially loved spending time at his camp in Tamworth, NH where he would enjoy some of his hobbies like carpentry, gardening, crafting, painting and taking drives through the mountains. He also just loved being outside. Charles is the loving Father of the late Susan Moody, Jerilyn Marchesi and her husband Edward, Wayne Heinstrom and his wife Donna, Donna LeBlanc and her husband Brian, Bill Heinstrom and his wife Kelli. Cherished Grandfather of Becky Moody, Matthew, Michelle, Jonathan and Jordan Marchesi, Katelyn Heinstrom-Severance, Kelley Heinstrom-McGrath, Julie, Tim and Jillian Heinstrom, Lyndon and Brendon LeBlanc, Raquel LeBlanc-Peck, Travis and Tyler Heinstrom. Great grandfather of 10 great grandchildren. Beloved brother of the late Bob and Frank (his twin) Heinstrom and loving uncle to 37 nieces and nephews. To all of those who knew Charles well and loved him, he will always be remembered as the most kind and gentle man they ever met. A Funeral Service Celebrating Charles' Eternal Life will be held at St. Agnes Church 186 Woburn St., Reading on Friday, September 25, 2020 at 10:30am Interment will follow at Forest Glen Cemetery, Reading. For further information www.facebook.com/BarileFamilyFuneralHome.