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Charles Zeck Obituary
Friends may call at the DeVaney-Bennett Funeral Home, 181 N. Main St., Geneva, N.Y. on Wednesday, March 19, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
A family prayer service will be at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 20, 2025 in the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m. in St. Stephen's Church, 48 Pulteney St., Geneva, N.Y. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery.
Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to the Center of Concern in Geneva.
Charlie was born in Geneva, N.Y. and was a lifelong resident. He was the son of the late Charles and Jane Damick Zeck Sr. Charlie was retired from the US Post Office in Geneva. He was a member of the Sons and Daughters of Italy Lodge # 2397, Geneva Council #272 Knights of Columbus, and Our Lady of Peace Parish. Charlie did wedding photography and was a substitute teacher in the Geneva City School District.
He is survived by his loving wife, Claudia; his son, Douglas Zeck of Geneva; his daughter, Nola (Michael) Dorrington of Geneva; his brothers, Frank and William Zeck of Geneva; his sister, Mary Ann (Robert) Oddi of Geneva; four grandchildren, Brady, Charles, Matthew and Alex Dorrington; and several nieces and nephews.
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wallace j marribitt
March 28, 2025
To the Zeck family...Chuck worked with my mom at the S&H Green Stamp store on Exchange St when I was a kid...My mom always spoke very highly of Chuck and being a great help to everyone...God rest his soul...wally marribitt
Jeanette
March 24, 2025
Claudia and family, I am so heartbroken for Charlie's passing. He was your rock. Such an easy going guy. RIP dear Charlie.
Joe DeCicca
March 21, 2025
My sincere condolences to the Zeck family, I met Charlie several years ago, I found him to be a very nice guy and a true gentleman, RIP my friend Joe DeCicca
Skeeter and Mary Capozzi
March 20, 2025
Our condolences for the loss of such a gentle soul. I remember the Zeck family while a classmate of Pinky's. Charlie, or "Poochie" was the gentle big brother. He worked at the shoe store that my father managed. As with all of the Zecks, he was warm and friendly. Our condolences for your sad loss.
Pam ellis
March 20, 2025
Doug I'm so sorry to hear of your dad passing please know your in my prayers. Pam
Daniel Cafolla
March 20, 2025
I'm so sad to hear about Poochie passing away. When I lived in Geneva I always loved running into him and talking to him. He was always so up-beat and funny. He will be missed.. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.. I'm sorry I couldn't be there for you.. I love you all..
Kerry Dorn
March 20, 2025
I am so sorry I am just reading about Poochie's death. I am so sad. He was a beloved man and always so good and kind to our family. My heart breaks for all his loved ones.
Joey Hairfield
March 20, 2025
Frank and Family, so sorry to hear of Charlie passing.
I looked forward to seeing him go by every day with the mail.
Liz Wiatrowski
March 20, 2025
Claudia and family, I am so sorry at Charlie's passing. He always had a smile and a heart of gold. Prayers for everyone. Liz Wiatrowski
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