Charles Straessley
April 25, 2024 - February 18, 2017
Age 62, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017, at Allegheny General Hospital, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Charlie was born on Feb. 5, 1955, in Ellwood City, son of the late Samuel “Rodger” and Cora (Graham) Straessley. Charlie is survived by his children, Charles “Chad” and Juliana; granddaughter, Rayne; and the mother of his children, and friend, Joann. He is also survived by his soulmate, Vincene; her children, Frank, Christine, and Kelly, and their families; his brother, Fred; and nephews, Rip and Hunter. He was preceded in death by his brother, Samuel. Charlie was a union carpenter, having worked for the Union #420 since high school, and Harley Davidson enthusiast. Family and friends received Tuesday from 1 to 8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME OF CRANBERRY, 2678 Rochester Rd., Cranberry Twp., where services will take place Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Pinewood Memorial Cemetery. In honor of Charlie, his family requests that hats are worn to his services, as his hat was not an accessory, it was a part of him.
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Juliana, Chad and Joann, Our deepest sympathies go out to all of you for the passing of Charlie. God Bless you all with strength and peace.
Charlie will be sadly missed for the smile he always had and always smiling. I never seen Charlie be mean to anyone. He made people feel comfortable around him and made them feel like a friend. Charlie, You will be greatly missed.
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Charlie. My prayers are with you all.