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Charlie Falconer Sr. Obituary

Charlie N. Falconer Sr. passed away Nov. 23 2013, at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital. Charlie was born to Clyde and Alice Falconer and grew up in Canyon Vile, Ore. He graduated from Canyon Vile High School in 1952. After high school, Charlie joined the United States Air Force. He married Della Fay Matson in 1962. Charlie and Della welcomed their son, Charlie Jr, in 1964. Charlie lost Della to breast cancer in 1976.
Charlie and Charlie Jr moved back and forth from Oregon to Alaska. Charlie met and married his second wife, Shelia Giovando, in 1980. They decided to make Alaska their permanent home. Charlie lost Shelia in 2005.
Charlie's creative spirit, warm smile and generous nature will be missed by all who had the privilege to know him. He always had a joke to tell or friendly advice to give. He was always up for a game of pool or a trip to Chitina.
Charlie is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Charlie and Sherry Falconer; grandchildren Allen Doll, Carlie Falconer and Jenna Falconer; great-grandson Nathaniel Doll; step-children Barbara Hodges and Dewayne Gumm; brothers Mike Jackson and Doug Falconer; sisters Aloma Crayton and Fran Baughman; plus multiple nieces and nephews.
Charlie is preceded in death by his brothers Jackie Falconer, Ted Falconer and John Falconer; sisters Vicky Firanzi, Patience Falconer and Pat Paterson; step-son Gary Gumm; and step-grandson John Gumm.
Charlie is greatly missed by all!

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Published by Daily News-Miner on Dec. 15, 2013.

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Jeff and Kathy Skeels

December 18, 2013

Pa Pa you were a good friend and like a father to us. You were not afraid to tell people you loved them , both with your words and your actions. When I ran into my garage door in the middle of winter,you were right there to help me. I have never known anyone like you. We Love You Charlie, and we are so greatful to have known you.Rest in Peace Pa Pa.

Marla Johnson

December 16, 2013

RIP Big Charlie! You were the greatest God Father to my daughters, and best friend to my Dad. I love and cherish every moment I got to spend with you. Knowing you, La La, and Dad are all back together again does bring some comofort. Until we are all together again Big Charlie you will always be in our hearts!!! Love you, Marla, Victoria, and Brittany Johnson.

December 15, 2013

R.I.P. Charlie. You were a good man. We'll miss you. Kim Grandy

Valerie Hawn

December 15, 2013

Charlie, I am so honored to have met you. In my bartending days, you lit up the room when you entered. Joe and I will forever miss you. You and Sheila are together now with the Angels. Love you lots. Love Joe and Valerie Hendricks.

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