Charlotte D. Conchieri

Charlotte D'Arcy Conchieri, a resident of East Falmouth, Massachusetts peacefully passed away on September 18th, surrounded by family. She was 94 years old.

Charlotte was married to Raymond (Ray) Conchieri, who predeceased her in 2002. At the time of his passing, they had shared 51 years of marriage. She was born in Stafford, Connecticut, to Blaine and Agnes (Foley) D'Arcy and spent her childhood in Hazardville, Connecticut, with her siblings, Blaine D'Arcy and Patricia Gay. Ray and Charlotte met at a roller skating park in Springfield, Massachusetts, and married on September 8, 1950, at St. Matthew's Church in Indian Orchard, Massachusetts.

During their early marriage, they resided in Ludlow, Massachusetts, where they raised their five sons. Charlotte was an avid learner and pursued further education, earning an associates degree in arts and sciences from Holyoke Community College. Ray's employment at General Electric led to a family relocation to Burlington, Vermont, in the early 1970s. While in Vermont, Charlotte endeavored in a part time real estate career. The next household move was to Fairfax Station, Virginia, as Ray transitioned to employment with the Department of Defense. Charlotte enjoyed the District of Columbia for its cultural and entertainment offerings, particularly the Kennedy Center, where she volunteered.

After a successful 15-year tenure in Virginia, Charlotte and Ray returned to their New England roots and settled in Falmouth, Massachusetts. Cape Cod had always been a cherished annual family vacation destination during their Ludlow years, and the opportunity to reside there was particularly special. This move was motivated by the desire to be closer to family while allowing Ray to indulge his love of the ocean.

After Ray's death, Charlotte became acquainted with Ralph Drinkwater, who became her gentlemen companion for many years. Ralph's love of literature, the arts, and the ocean provided much common ground for both of them to build their relationship. Ralph is viewed as an extension of the family as he demonstrated much love and commitment to Charlotte.

Charlotte possessed a diverse range of interests, including reading, playing bridge, flower arranging, and the arts in general. She embraced a volunteer spirit and actively participated in various community service initiatives, such as serving at election polls, the Falmouth Welcoming Committee, Meals on Wheels, and as a greeter at St. Elizabeth Seton Church. Additionally, she was an active member of the Falmouth Garden Club, where she found fulfillment in expressing her creativity through floral arrangements.

Charlotte is survived by her five sons: Mark (Kim) of East Kingston, New Hampshire; Keith (Bonnie) of Colchester, Vermont; Brian (Joanne) of Essex, Vermont; Glenn (Kelly) of South Burlington, Vermont; and John (Karen) of Greenfield Center, New York. As the family matriarch, she also had 15 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Charlotte held great pride in her Irish Catholic heritage, which she attributed to her resilience in overcoming numerous life challenges with grace and strength. Her enduring legacy will be remembered by her family, and she will be deeply missed.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11am on October 3rd at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, located on Quaker Road in North Falmouth. Following the Mass, her remains will be laid to rest at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne, beside Raymond who was a Korean War veteran.

Sincere gratitude is extended to her care providers from Home Care Choices in Falmouth and Maple Ridge Lodge Assisted Living in Essex, Vermont who served Charlotte with exceptional kindness and compassion in her final years. Thanks also goes to Bayada Hospice nursing who were lovingly by Charlotte's side in her last days.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Charlotte's memory may be made to the charity of one's choice.