Passed away peacefully at the Sault Area Hospital on Thursday, January 9, 2020 in his 83rd year.
Survived by his wife, Roslyn (née Downing). Predeceased by his wife, Shirley (née Weeks) in 2007. Beloved father of Lee Ann Benson (Matthew), Laurel Carson, and Richard. Stepfather of Mike Dowhoszya (Leah) and Steve Dowhoszya. Loving Grandpa of Carlie Doan (Steve), Brenden Carson (Riley Jo), Alana and Sarah Benson, Alex and Colton Dowhoszya. Great Grandpa of Kaidyn, Hayden, Ayva, and Delylah. Son of the late Jack and Millie Wickett. Brother of the late Errol Carpenter (Joan) and the late John (Fay). Dear brother-in-law of the late Russell Weeks (Inge), the late Gordon Weeks (late Ida), the late Betty Honsberger (late Dutch), the late Bud Weeks (late Ida), the late Laurel MacIntyre (late Stan), and the late David Weeks (Loraine); Diana Chapman (John), Peter Downing (Stephanie), and the late Art Downing. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Loyal friend to many.
Charlie was very proud to be a valued colleague and office manager at Cliffe Printing for fifty years; he was a popular and highly esteemed associate of countless customers across many industries in Sault Ste. Marie.
Friends are invited to visit at the Arthur Funeral Home - Barton & Kiteley Chapel (492 Wellington St. East 705-759-2522) on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 from 11:45 am to 12:45 pm. Celebration of Life to follow in the chapel at 1:00 pm with Rev. Phil Miller officiating. Memorial contributions (payable by cheque) to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Please visit Arthur Funeral Home website obituaries to leave memories and condolences as a keepsake for the family.