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Charles King Obituary
Worcester - Charles M. "Charlie" King, 85, of Worcester, died unexpectedly on Tuesday July 2, 2019. Charlie leaves his wife Frances A. (Mastrogiovanni) King of Worcester, and a son Michael of Grafton. Charles also leaves his brothers, Keith and Richard King, and four sisters, Bonney, Margie, Christle and Dorothy. Charlie was born in Worcester son of the late Charles M. King Sr and Beatrice (Myott) King and lived in Worcester most of his life. He attended Auburn High School. He was a Korean War Veteran serving in the United States Army.
Charlie worked for over 50 years for the Local 107 Carpenters Union and for several Contractors in the Worcester Area. He was a Charter member of the Auburn/Webster Lodge of Elks, and a long time member of the Chester P. Tuttle American Legion Post #279. Charlie was a quiet man who loved being with his wife and son and family. He was an excellent pool player and belonged to several leagues. Charlie will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
Funeral services for Charlie will be held on Wednesday July 10 at 11:30AM in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 370 Plantation St. A calling hour will be held from 10:30 to 11:30AM in the funeral home. To leave a message of condolence or share a special memory of Charlie please visit his memorial site at mercadantefuneral.com
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Khylie Provencher
July 11, 2019
Charlie. Im so glad you flagged me down to plow your driveway this winter. Well miss you and continue to mow the lawn for Fran. Rest in paradise Charlie!
Julie and Lauren Donohue
July 9, 2019
Dear Dick, (and to Frances & family)
On behalf of Lauren and I, please know we are thinking of you and wish to express our sincere sympathies in the loss of Charlie.
Knowing if Michael were still here with me he would be deeply saddened and would find comfort in the numerous stories, good times and experiences that were shared over the many years.
We miss you Dick and think of you often. Our prayerss, love and thoughts to you all.
Most sincerely,
Andrew Shusta
July 9, 2019
I was saddened to hear of Charlie's passing.
I met Charlie many years ago as a member of Carpenters Local 107.He was a friend to my Father and worked hard for the Local.
Charlie always had a great story to tell.
He certainly will be missed. Andrew Shusta Jr.
Joanne Gosselin
July 8, 2019
Take care, Mike. God Bless. My thoughts are with your family in your time of sorrow. Take Care...
Joanne Gosselin
July 7, 2019
I am sincerely sorry for your loss and his sudden passing. I am a friend of Mike, ❤ Although I only met Mr. King and Mrs. King a couple of times, I heard many stories with Mike about how much he cared and loved you all. Take Care, Jo. My thoughts are with you.
ROBERT CAISSIE
July 7, 2019
The gentleman. A friend met through pool, I respected and admired. Thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. You will be missed.
Michell3 Sordillo
July 7, 2019
Fran,
I am so sorry for your loss. Charlie will be greatly missed. You, Michael & your family are in my thoughts & prayers.
July 7, 2019
Offering deepest sympathy to all. Charlie was a buddy of my Father, Ray Hartnett. We lost our Dad one month ago. They played cards together at the Auburn Elks. Any time that I had the pleasure of seeing Charlie, he was a lovely, polite, friendly gentleman. My he rest in Eternal Peace. Sincerely, Rosemary (Hartnett) Mandella Cherry Valley, Ma
Steve Hartnett
July 7, 2019
Farewell to a great guy. Charlie always greeted me with a smile, handshake and a funny joke. Ill miss you as will all the pool players at the Elks.
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