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Charles Plotkin Obituary
A native of Washington, DC, Dr. Plotkin had been a resident of Greenville for 20 years. He was a graduate of Georgetown University prior to completing medical school at George Washington University. He completed his residency in Anesthesiology at Columbia University in 1986 prior to serving in the U. S. Air Force. He was a partner with East Carolina Anesthesia Associates.
Dr. Plotkin was fondly known as "Charlie" and his reach extended to many. His greatest love was his family and he married the love of his life, June Mendelsohn, in 1979. They raised three sons and enjoyed many special times. He was an avid golfer who recently achieved the golfer's pinnacle of a hole-in-one. He embraced many people in his life and cherished his family and numerous friends.
In addition to his wife of 31 years, Dr. Plotkin is survived by sons, Justin Lee and wife, Elizabeth, and Jacob Brian and wife, Britney, all of Raleigh, and Kevin Robert of Greenville; sister, Judith Keller and husband, Andrew, of New York; brothers, David and wife, Laura, and Joel, all of Maryland; numerous nieces and nephews; and beloved dog, Katie.
Memorial contributions should be directed to ECU Health Sciences Foundation-Emergency Needs Fund for Medical/Dental Residents & Fellows in memory of Dr. Charles Plotkin, c/o Geoffrey Norwood, 2430 Emerald Place, Ste. 201, Greenville, NC 27834-5784.
Online condolences at www.wilkersonfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Plotkin
December 22, 2010
Dear, June,Jake and Kevin
I would like to wish my condolences to you all i know its hard but i hope you all are doing fine. I know that Charles was a good person and will gadly missed by many, i remember the day right in the back yard when you said you were moving to North Corolina this just brings back all the memories. Love you all and sorry for the loss i will keep in touch
Love Anne Factor.
Richie klempner
December 19, 2010
Uncle Lenny and Aunt Harriet had great children, the ones smaller the twins I don't remember as much as Charles, I attended his wedding, his wife was beautifully, Uncle Lenny's face shone a grand smile when he met us, He attended my wedding also . He was so proud of Charles, he shared moments about Judy and the twins, but Charles was the apple of his eye, With love ...Cuisine Richard Klempner
Steven Factor
December 18, 2010
June, the other day Jeffrey and I were talking about the time Charlie saved the man's life on the airplane. I just happened to google Charlie and I saw the obituary. I'm so sorry for your loss and your for your family. He was a special very special person
Joel Miller
December 9, 2010
I remember Charlie from way back in high school. He was a sweet, gentle person. I wish you and your family comfort.
Irene O'Boyle Singleton
December 7, 2010
I think in the past I have told you June how much I enjoyed working along side Dr. Plotkin. I have several great memories of him that I will cherish. We always knew how much he loved his family. I am so sorry for you and your boys. We will all miss him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jackie Leonard
December 6, 2010
Oh my God, June. My own gut wrenches with sadness as I hear this dreadful news. I can only imagine the loss that you are suffering, missing a husband that loved his family so much. I witnessed the love and devotion that he displayed to you and the boys and it was that of ultimate respect, honor, and loving duty. I have thousands of great memories of our tennis games, going for frozen custard on hot summer nights, the beach, the boys bar mitzvah parties, karate, and relying on Charlie at the hospital for medical needs. I won't forget how you, Charlie, and the Diamonds took me in at passover in 2000 when I was in grief. Charlie was a beautiful man and everyone adored him. Please know that I am available for company as you travel the rough road ahead. All my love to you and boys.
Paul Woodard M.D.
December 6, 2010
I had the privelege of working with Charlie at the N.C. Society of Anesthesiology, and also with the Raleigh School of Nurse Anesthesia. He was a true gentlemen. We will miss him
Candy Sandler Chazen
December 5, 2010
Dear June. I am so sad to hear about Charlie's death. I remember Charlie as very nice and funny. I still remember years back when I ran into Charlie and you at Bob and Laurel's. Charlie was so proud to tell me that he had gotten beautiful June to marry him. Obviously, still the joker, he said that I should not think any less of you because of that. I will remember him just like that funny, happy and so full of pride as to where his life had taken him. I always thought that these on line guest books were strange, but now I get it. I get to read all of the wonderful comments about Charlie and your family. I am not surprised at all to hear how many people are so saddened by the bright light that this world lost. Take care of yourself and your boys. I wish you comfort in all of the good wishes being sent your way.
Stephen & Lee Loftis
December 4, 2010
Our family sends it's deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to the entire Plotkin family in your loss. We pray that you will find the peace and strenght of G_d in these days. Although we cannot attend the services in person, we send our spirits to be with you.
Brenda Jones
December 4, 2010
Kristin, David, and I were so saddened to hear of the passing of Charlie. He was a wonderful person and we will always remember his kindness to all. We enjoyed sharing treasured time with the family at the beach and shall miss him very much. Our hearts are heavy at this very difficult time for the family and we know that he will have close friends in Heaven.
Brenda Jones
Brenda Jones
December 4, 2010
Kristin, David, and I were so saddened to hear of the passing of Charlie. He was a wonderful person and we will always remember his kindness to all. We enjoyed sharing treasured time with the family at the beach and shall miss him very much. Our hearts are heavy at this very difficult time for the family and we know that he will have close friends in Heaven.
Lu-Ann Montgomery
December 4, 2010
Dr. Charles Plotkin was a rare treasure to have worked with for 7 yrs.You will be greatly missed and always remembered fondly. May you now rest in GOD'S kingdom.My sympathy to the Plotkin family at this time.You were one in a million now be one in a million up there.
December 4, 2010
June and boys,
I am so very sorry aout Charlie's passing. He was a great supporter for me when I taught your boys at Sat. mornng karate classes. Please know thatyou, the boys and their families
will be in thoughts and prayers.
The Garrish family (Sensei Jean)
Shawn Owens
December 4, 2010
I was very shocked to here about Charlie. My heart goes out to his wife and kids. I was the Golf Professional at Brook Valley for 8 years and he always treated me with kindness. You will be missed Charlie!
Shawn Owens, PGA
December 4, 2010
Our hearts go out to June and her family
MaryAnn Van Voorhees
December 4, 2010
Dear Mrs. Plotkin and Sons, Charlie was one of my "Oh, Good" doctors...when I would ask who was on duty with us and the response was "Charlie", I would reply "Oh, Good!" He was kind, considerate, but most importantly, helpful when I needed help. During our quiet times, Charlie would come into the lounge and talk about wheresoever the conservation took us, mostly about family. Have no doubt he loved ya'll to distraction. His work family will miss him, too. I wish for you everything you need during this time.
December 4, 2010
We were so shocked and devastated to hear about Charlie. I've known him since he was at Beth El Nursery School with my brother Bernie. Those long-time friends are the best. We will miss him terribly. All of our love goes out to June, the boys, Judy, David & Joel and the rest of the family. We are thinking about you all. Helene Weisz and Richard Lieberman
Greg Murphy
December 4, 2010
Dear Charlie,
Words cannot express the pain and emptiness we all feel at your unexpected passing. We shared so many jokes and kidded so many times. I gave you such hard time and you wonderfully tossed it right back at me. Your quick wit, steadfast calmness and optimistic countenance will be deeply missed by all those in the OR. You had such a unique ability to filter through the nonsense and emotions of many dilemmas we faced as a medical staff. Gosh Charlie I just don't know what to say....I am a better man to have been able to call you 'friend'. We love you and will miss you so much....
John Wright
December 4, 2010
Charlie and I were good golfing buddies, usually competitors. When I moved to Wilson a year ago, Charlie was one of the people I missed the most. He lived his life to the fullest, and wasted very little of each day. I will miss his wonderful humor and friendship. He added a little light to each hour I shared with him.
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