Born in Reading, he was a son of the late Angelo and Sarah (Smith) DiFazio.
Charlie was the owner of DiFazio Kitchens since 1975. He enjoyed car shows, the casino and spending time with his family; they meant the world to him.
He is survived by his children: Maria A., wife of Mark Gehman of Shamokin Dam; Charles A. DiFazio Jr., Minneapolis, MN; Niki A., wife of Phil Ferizzi of Topton; and Patrick A. DiFazio of Las Vegas, NV; his grandchildren: Melanie, Stephanie, Scott, Alyssa, Anthony, Niko, Sam, Vinny and Elizabeth; three great-grand-children: Gigi, Bentley and MeKayla. He was predeceased by his son, Michael A. DiFazio in 2002. He is also survived by his loving companion, Shirlee A. (Luc-chese) Esser, Wernersville, and her children: Barry C., husband of Kandi Esser, Brecknock Twp; Michael L. Esser Sr., husband of Deborah Esser; Joel A. Esser, Bernville; daughter-in-law Christine Esser; and daughter, Kristen Esser Bachman, wife of Eric Bachman, Cumru Twp. There are also her 11 grandchildren: Michael Jr., Ashlee, Ryan, Samatha, Jacob, Holly, Justin, Cody, Olivia, Lindsey and Carly.
Viewing from Klee Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., One East Lancaster Ave., Shillington, on Monday, August 5, 2013 from 6-8 p.m. There will also be a memorial luncheon Tuesday, August 6, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at La Casa Musso, 824 E. Benjamin Franklin Highway, Douglassville. Flowers are welcome or contributions in Charlie's memory to Life Choice Hospice, 10 Zions Church Road, Suite 204, Shoemakersville, PA 19555.
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Linda Angona
August 7, 2013
A true gentleman. Charlie left his mark with all that knew him. For 14 years I was fortunate to work with him and thru Concepts In Wood and that was a true pleasure. All of us at Concepts will miss him. Our prayers to the family and angel greetings for Charlie.
Angie Filiziani Dackweiler
August 6, 2013
Our sincere condolences - our thoughts and prayers are with you - Charlie was a great guy and we'll always have fond memories of him and Patty - Love to all
John and Angie Dackweiler
Eugene Michael
August 5, 2013
I remember sword fighting with you with rulers in the school yard. Thinking of you brings a smile to my face. rest in peace with God.
Eugene Michael
August 4, 2013
My sympathy to Patrick and the family. I first met Charlie as a client at Powder Pupp but think of him gratefully for my beautifully-renovated kitchen. I'm sure he's reunited with Pat and Mike and smiling down on all of us. God Speed Charlie and rest in peace.
August 4, 2013
Shirley & Family,please except my sincere sympathy for the loss of Charles as a life long friend ,even though we did not see each other often enough, I will miss him so much.
Ron D'Agostino
Rene' Good
August 3, 2013
My sincere condolences to the entire Di Fazio family for the loss of Charles. May you all find peace and comfort knowing he is in a better place.
August 3, 2013
DiFazio family so very sorry for the loss of your dad, he was such a great person, and so much fun to be around. He will be missed.but you will always have neat memories of your fun growing up, your place was always so full of life. With Sympathy Bonnie, Gina,John, Sherry and there family's.
Joyce & Denny Keffer
August 3, 2013
Maria, Niki, & Patrick..we are so sorry for the loss of your dad. Didn't realize he was having any trouble. we are in Wisconsin, so we won't be back in time to pay our respects. Letting you know you are all in our prayers and thoughts. Now your mom and dad & mike are together again..RIP.
Mike & Annmarie Burkhart
August 3, 2013
Peace and God bless to everyone in Charlie's extended family. He touched alot of lives and offered solid advice to all. I,for one,will never forget Mr. and Mrs. D (mom and dad #2) for the rest of my life. Rest in Peace Mr. D. I know Charlie,Pat,and Mike will be on my shoulder guiding me.
Nikky DiPietro and Anna Mae & Rusty Blankenbiller
August 3, 2013
Pat and family I am sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Christine Spadafora
August 3, 2013
Maria
You know my heart goes out to you and your whole family on the passing of your loving father. May ALL the great memories of him help you get through this difficult time and help ease the pain. You know I am ALWAYS here for you. May he rest in peace now.
Christine Spadafora and family
Scott Jaraczewski
August 3, 2013
I'm so sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. He was a customer of mine and such a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with his family through this difficult time.
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