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Charles Button Obituary
MOUNTAIN TOP - Charles I. Button, 88, of Mountain Top reached the end of the trail on Dec. 31, 2024. He was the son of Enid Hender Button and Edward S. Button, and a resident of Mountain Top since 1939. He was a graduate of Fairview High School, Class of 1954.
Charlie was the former vice president of Button Oil Co. Inc., and he owned and operated C.I. Button Heating Service in Mountain Top. Charlie was an avid hunter, hunting in many areas of North America. He was also a dedicated football fan, liking the San Francisco Forty-Niners.
He liked playing blackjack, winning the "Last Man Standing" tournament at the Hilton Casino in Atlantic City. He also enjoyed country music. Charlie was married to his beloved wife, Ann M. Dzanko Button, for 53 years; she passed away 5/9/11. Charlie hopes to be reunited with her in God's Kingdom.
Charlie was a life member of the National Rifle Association and also a member of Fidelity Lodge 474 Free and Accepted Masons, Caldwell Consistory, Bloomsburg; Irem Temple Shrine, Dallas; and the Greater Hazleton Shrine Club.
Charlie loved life, his friends and family, and had a good sense of humor. Preceding him in death before his parents and wife were a brother, Robert E. Button, Mountain Top; a stepsister Elizabeth Mahalak; and stepbrother Edward Holdsworth, Nescopeck, Pa.
He is survived by a sister, Nancy Button, Binghamton, N.Y.; sons Charles T. Button and his wife Karen, Springboro, Ohio; Donald M. Button and his wife Louise, Wilkes Barre; daughter Tammy Button, Albany, California; four grandchildren, Charles, Jennifer, Jessica Button, Ana Shinal; and great-grandson, Carson Button.
A small service will be held Thursday, Jan. 2 at 11 a.m. from the McCune funeral home in Mountain Top.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Charlie's name can be made to the Max and Lorraine Fund, c/o Wilkes Barre YMCA, 122 South Main St. Mountain Top, PA 18707
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Julie Dantini
January 2, 2025
Dear Chuck, Donny, and Tammy,
I was deeply saddened to hear of your father's passing. Charlie embraced life fully, and you could always count on knowing exactly where he stood on any issue. His meticulously kept lawn and garage reflected his well-ordered approach to life-a testament to his care and pride in all he did.
As you navigate this difficult time, may the cherished memories comfort you. Remember the laughter and joy shared with Charlie and Cookie at your Aunt Nancy's cottage at Laurel Lake. Those moments filled with warmth and love will forever be part of your family's story.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. My thoughts are with you as you honor your father´s remarkable life.
With sympathy,
Julie Dantini
Ginny (Savarese) Barney
January 1, 2025
Dear Tammy, Donny and Chuck,
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad. I loved your Mom & Dad. I have so many fond memories of the times spent at your parents home when we were younger. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Ginny
Joel and Dee Kuzyk
January 1, 2025
Dear Chuck, Donny and Tammy,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your dad. Growing up with all of you and hunting with your dad is one of the best memories I have from my youth. We had fun and he is going to be missed dearly.
Donna Polakoski
January 1, 2025
Dear Chuck, Don, and Tammy,
I´m very sorry to hear about your Dad´s passing. I have many fond memories of Joe and I at your parent´s house. You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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