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Charles Andrew Maple Sr.

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MAPLE, Charles Andrew Sr.

Born May 4, 1922, Cleveland Ohio to Claude & Janet Maple, passed away peacefully of natural causes on April 10, 2012 at home in the company of family. Survived by daughter Claudia and sons, Charles and Carlos.
US Veteran -Captain - Korean War, World War II
Public Defender Los Angeles County more than 30 years.
Private Practice over 26. Union - SEIU Local 660 - President, Vice President, Chairman, Secretary-Treasurer University Of California Los Angeles University Of Chicago
Harvard Law School The many hats he wore during his life included, Technical Engineer, Firefighter, History teacher, Taxi Driver, Counselor for the youth authorities, Social worker.
Memorial Service to be held Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1757 North Lake Ave. Pasadena, California 91104 (626) 794-7141.
In Lieu of Flowers, contributions may be made to either of the following: *Charles A. Maple, Sr. Ballet Scholarship Fund* Please Contact (949) 660-9930 Ext. 22.
*Dorr Institute for Arthritis Research and Education Foundation-Operation Walk* Donation Form www.operationwalk.com or
Please Contact; Jeri Ward (213) 977-2511 ***We Love You Papa Bear***

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Published by Pasadena Star-News on Apr. 18, 2012.

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Adrian & Priscilla

April 20, 2012

Such a successful man filled with knowledge--the world will miss you. Rest in eternal peace.

Pat & David Anderson

April 20, 2012

Mr. Maple was a great neighbor and friend for over 35 years--we will miss you--Rest in Peace.

Mary Slocum

April 19, 2012

Bless you Mr Maple you were a gift , and will be greatly missed . rest in peace dear friend . Mary Slocum

Rudy Benavidez

April 19, 2012

Mr. Maple was like a Grandfather figure to me. Definitely more than a friend. After 13 years its definitely not going to be the same with without him and to his daughter Claudia sorry I didn't get to meet you, I've heard so much about you.

Alice & Andrea Quiroz

April 18, 2012

Mr. Maple you will be missed by all your friends and family. The memories and adventures of your life will live on in our hearts.

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