In 1967, Charlene took vows to become a Nun, however the day before she was scheduled to join the convent, she met Joseph Cuva on a blind date, and decided to "Kick the Habit". She then married Joseph Cuva on August 19, 1967 in Troy. The couple has resided in Greenfield for 50 years.

She was a founding member of Gateway Church of Corinth and served as the Church Secretary for 20 years. She was also a home school teacher and tutor to several children in the community, including her oldest grandson.

Charlene was an avid reader, author, teacher, and creative artist. She along with her husband ministered for seven years as Harvest Ministries.

Besides her parents, she was also predeceased by her siblings: Robert Staring, Sandy Gervasio, and Jimmy Staring.

Survivors along with her loving husband of 56 years, Joseph Cuva of Greenfield Center; include three children: Darcey Saville (John) of Hudson Falls, MaryAngela "Angel" Maloney (Dan) of Corinth, and Joseph Cuva, Jr. (Jessica) of Gansevoort; six grandchildren: Patrick JC Saville of Glens Falls, Miranda Burdo (Brandon) of Hudson Falls, Emma Rounds (Colby) of Chestertown, Joseph Cuva (Samantha) of Ballston Spa, Abigail Cuva of Glens Falls, and Isaiah Cuva of Gansevoort; seven great-grandchildren: Evangeline, Gwendolyn, Reilly, Jackson, Mason, Cyprus, and Michael; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and her extended family and her church family.

At the family's request, services are private.

The family suggests that donations in Charlene's memory be made to www.dementiasociety.org, www.researchautism.org, or www.komen.org (for breast cancer research).

Arrangements are under the direction of the Densmore Funeral Home, Inc., 7 Sherman Ave., Corinth.

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Published by Post-Star on Mar. 22, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Charlene Cuva

11 Entries

Jane Flynn

December 19, 2024

Charlene was a lovely woman, warm and kind. She was a great mother and raised 3 beautiful children!

Maria L Pflegl

March 23, 2023

Our hearts are broken with you all. Char was a beautiful godly woman who touched the lives of everyone she met with kindness and love. The Pflegls are praying for God's comfort and healing for you through this time of incredible sorrow.

Jane flynn

March 23, 2023

Dear Angel, Darcy and Joe, please accept my deepest and most heartfelt sympathies on the death of your beloved mother. I know she was a remarkable woman because she raised such loving and caring children. Please extend my condolences to your entire family and know that I am thinking of you and sending love and comfort. Jane flynn

Raymond Waite

March 23, 2023

My heart goes out to you Joe.
Ray, Gowana middle school.

James W Brewster

March 23, 2023

Our hearts are breaking for you !! She was truly an amazing person! We are so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers go out to you all !

The
Brewster's , James, Caitlyn , Alexis & Ian

We love you !!

Gilbert DeMarco

March 22, 2023

My heart is beyond broken. Char was like a spiritual mom to me in Gateway Church of Corinth. I will cherish the times we sat together in her kitchen and talked about God. I so enjoyed those talks. Char was such a kind and giving person. No matter who you were, or where you were in life, her door was always open and you were welcomed. I have so many memories over the 35 years I've known the Cuva family. Thanksgivings, Christmas, bon fires in the fall, bbq's, family get togethers. Just too many to list here. I will miss Char greatly.

Linda Davis

March 22, 2023

My heart goes out to Joseph and his family. I enjoyed getting to know Charlene and her family. The love they share is so unique and rich and special . Charlene voiced her love for her husband, children and grandchildren and our Lord so deeply that I just knew she was a very special lady and please let us not forget Louie her four-legged faithful companion. My prayers and thoughts are with the Cuva family.

Rachel (LaFave) Jeffers

March 22, 2023

Sincere sympathy and prayers for the Cuva family. Joe and Char were so kind to me as a child when my father and mother founded Calvary Apostolic Church in Corinth. For the many times I was in their home, babysat by them and spent the night, (playing drums and games, and just having fun) I am grateful for the memories. Darcey and Angel babysat me frequently, as did their late aunt Sandy. The whole family welcomed my younger sister and myself into their embrace when we moved to Corinth. I will always remember Char's kindness, laughter and smile. Prayers for the family - Rachel (LaFave) Jeffers

Jon and Mary Lou Krause

March 22, 2023

Words can not express our sympathy for, you all. Our love and prayers are with all of you.

Ron & Debbie Franzen

March 22, 2023

So sorry to hear of the passing of Char. Your whole family are in our prayers. Joe and Char both had more influence on my early Christian walk than they will ever know. She will be greatly missed. I am glad I had a chance to visit recently. May God grant you strength and peace to get through this sorrow. We will all meet her again in paradise.

Rita Debnam

March 22, 2023

Joe, Angel, Dan, Miranda, Emma and the rest of Charlene's family: I am so sorry to hear of her passing. She was always a light that shone brightly, encompassing all who had the pleasure of knowing her. She will be missed but as you cherish your memories of her, you can rest assured that you will be reunited with her in glory! May God continue to bless you.
Rita Debnam

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