Charles F. “Charlie” Kemery, Jr., 84, of Russell, PA, passed away on Tuesday evening, October 6, 2020, at his home. Born on March 28, 1936 in Warren, PA, he was the son of the late Charles F. and Kathryn Elizabeth Wilcox Kemery.
Charlie was a 1955 graduate of Youngsville High School. He first worked at Tremblay Transfer and later worked as a Class A Nuclear Welder with Struthers Wells Corp. for 40 years. He later retired from Blair Corp. He was a proud union representative of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. Charlie was well liked, and he cherished all his friendships. He had a great sense of humor! He was a notable musician playing with North County Showmen, Junie Schenk, Pete Pepke, The Moonlight Ramblers, and Watergate Clyde. Charlie enjoyed gardening, carpentry, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family.
Charlie is survived by his wife, Janet “Dutch” Thompson Kemery, whom he married on June 22, 1989 in Warren, PA; two sons – Paul (Cindy) Kemery and Charlie (Decotah) Kemery, all of Russell, PA; two daughters – Denise Brown (Scott Chase) of Russell, PA, and Shelley (Bill) Gross of Marlton, NJ; four grandchildren – Alex, Vanessa, Gina, and Angela; 2 great grandchildren – Willow and Lucy; one sister – Jeanette Mauk of Warren, PA; and a large extended family. In addition to his parents, Charlie was preceded in death by a brother – Paul Shirley.
There will be no public visitation. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Interment will be in Kitchen Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Those wishing to place a memorial may do so to Hospice of Warren County, 1 Main Avenue, Warren, PA, 16365. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East St., Warren, PA. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Chuck was a good friend of mine and a very good welder, he did excellant work on the Nuclear Products for the Navy giving Struthers Wells a high quality reputation. My best wishes for the Kemery family and prayers for Chuck
Frank, Dad thought the world of all of the guys at Struthers. He told many stories about the “GREAT MEN” he worked with. He was very proud to have been part of such a great team. Thank you for taking time.
I met Chuck in the 7th grade at Irvine elementary school. We became very good friends. Played much sandlot football there and then at Youngsville High School, where Chuck was our Center and a darn good one. I guess I have only seen him a few times since leaving Pennsylvania in 1960, but we met from time to time at Toot Dyer’s house when all of us 1955 folks would get together. I regret not being around him a lot more in the years after i left. I though a lot of Chuck. A great friend, the best. I know you kids and all the rest of the family will miss him much as we all do. Best wishes to all of you.
Paul, Dad had a great time telling stories about his youth. He loved playing ball and often mentioned how guys of ALL AGES would get together and play football and baseball. Thank you for taking time to share such nice words.
Chuck will be missed by many,and his hearty smile ,and a humorous remarks. Chuck labored hard and did a great job for Struthers Wells. Prayers to Chuck’s entire family. Rest in Peace our friend.
Thank you Craig and Cathy. His humorous remarks were with him until the end. God Bless.
My sympathies to the family, very sorry for your loss…
Kevin, Thank you for the nice words.