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Charles Bleakley Obituary
Fishkill - Charles Gary Bleakley, 64, a Fishkill resident for the past 10 years, died on February 2, 2016 at his home.
Born in Yonkers on September 10, 1951, he was the son of the late Charles Rudolph and Marion (Chocklos) Bleakley. From 1971-2012, he served as a Sergeant in the US Army National Guard and was placed on active duty during the Vietnam War. Gary had been employed as a Corrections Officer for the Westchester County Department of Corrections for 25 years until his retirement in 2013.
Gary had been involved with the Bryn Mawr Boys and Girls Club in Yonkers. He was a member of the American Legion in Beacon and the NYS Federation of Police. Gary enjoyed billiards and muscle cars, as well as working in his yard.
Gary is survived by his wife, Linda M. Grubiak; his son, Christopher Bleakley and his wife Lauren of Yonkers; his daughter, Erica Bleakley of Lloyd; his granddaughter, Chloe Noel Yagasits; and many other extended family members.
Calling hours will be on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the McHoul Funeral Home of Fishkill, Inc., 1089 Main St., Fishkill. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Friday at 10:30 am at St. Mary, Mother of the Church, 106 Jackson St., Fishkill.
For online condolences or directions, please visit Gary's Book of Memories at mchoulfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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for Charles Bleakley
Tom Melovitz
January 29, 2024
I was a fellow student in St Casimir´s RC school in Yonkers.
We played a lot of "tag your it " during lunch time.
Prayers to the family.
Tom Melovitz.
Jose Castellanos
January 28, 2020
Cheers my friend. Rest easy & know your never forgotten.
Jose Castellanos
January 28, 2019
Another year , another anniversary of which we are a sad reminder of losing you Sarge. Rest In Peacey friend
February 5, 2016
Very sorry to hear of your loss. With sympathy, Ace and Carol Millen
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Irene & Tony Sciscenti
February 5, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Gary will be missed.
Steve and Carol Hrivnak
February 4, 2016
To all the Bleakley family ... Our sincere condolences and so sorry to hear this sad news in the loss of a great guy . RIP Gary !
Steve and Carol Hrivnak and Family.. Yonkers ,N.Y.
Rosemary Moray
February 4, 2016
Sending prayers, RIP Gary.
joanne buck
February 4, 2016
Rest in peace,Iremember the times we worked togeather,laughing,telling jokes.
Anthony Antenucci & Family
February 3, 2016
Our deepest condolences to the Bleakley family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. So sorry for your loss.
Dan Bock
February 3, 2016
Linda, Chris, and Erica I am so deeply sorry for your Great Loss. Charley was one of a kind! I worked with him at the Jail for his whole tour of duty and he was always on point, kept me on my toes with his wit and SUPER sense of Humor. When you saw him smerk, you knew he was coming out with something good. He was a Man among Men, a gentleman and the BEST FRIEND anyone would Blessed to have. The World, Yonkers is a better place because of him. I am Blessed to have known him, and have in a part of my Life. RIP in God's Arms my friend.
Louis Sorrentino
February 3, 2016
I am so glad that you were my friend. It has been many years the we were together and you will be missed but not forgotten.
Louisa Delt Treste
February 3, 2016
Sending Lots Of Love, Prayers and Condolences to You, Your Family and Your Friends Linda> I am so sorry for Your Loss. May Gary RIP ( <3 + ) I will always hold Him close to My Heart!!!
Charles Kolaitis
February 3, 2016
Bleak rest in peace my friend till we meet agian. And condolences to the family retired CO Charles Kolaitis
THOMAS GASPARRE
February 3, 2016
R I P GARY
JOE, JUDY WILCZEK
February 3, 2016
LINDA AND FAMILY, SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.REST IN PEACE CHARLES GARY BLEAKLEY
Joe &Judy Wilczek
February 3, 2016
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Kim hutchings
February 3, 2016
Prayers For The Bleakley Family , C.O. Bleakley Was. A Kind Hearted Man And Will Always Be Remembered, May He Sleep In Peace.
February 3, 2016
Dear Linda,
So sorry for your loss. Gary will always look down on you & your family. May he R I P .
Paul & Irene Apostolou
Mary & Laura
February 3, 2016
Dear Linda,
Sorry for your loss. We will miss Charles. He was a sweetheart.
Mary and Laura at Raymond Opticians
JOSE Castellanos
February 3, 2016
My deepest condolences for your loss. I proudly served with Gary in the old 42nd MP. A great mentor & friend, funny & always a gentleman. RIP.
Andrew Holowiak
February 3, 2016
Linda,Chris,Erica
I'm so sorry for your loss!! its a terrible feeling.Gary was a great man he was always involved in my life since a kid. he will always hold a special place in my heart. i can remember more then once,he talked me off the wrong path i was taking i will be forever greatfull and thankful to him.your family has lost a great 1,for that fact all of Yonkers has lost,he touched many lives. RIP Gary and thank you for everything! <3
Mary Morris
February 3, 2016
Dear Linda and family,
So very sorry for your loss. Keeping you in my prayers. God Bless.
Mark Tobias
February 2, 2016
My heart goes out to you Linda and your family! You were a devoted wife and may your many happy memories help to comfort you during this difficult time!
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