Charles Joseph Remsik

Charles Joseph Remsik, beloved husband of Mary (Novosad) Remsik passed away at home on Tuesday September 27, 2011 at the age of 87 years. Charlie and Mary, who celebrated their 64^th wedding anniversary this year were blessed in life with two children; Ken & Donna Remsik of Shrewsbury and Brad & Barbara Remsik of Chatham as well as three grandchildren; Chris & Charlene Remsik with their children Joshua, Katie and Braden, Mike & Michelle Remsik with their children Kessa and Reina and Jenny Remsik & Chris Cooper with their children Samantha and Andrew. Charlie was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Frances Remsik and by his sister Mary & Jim Gibson. Charlie farmed, drove truck and worked as a carpenter before his retirement. He was a member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 185 and gave generously of his time to St. Mary’s Church, enjoyed playing cards, dancing and going for drives. Friends are invited to gather at the Blenheim Community Funeral Home to show their support to the family on Wednesday from 2 – 4 & 7 – 9 p.m. and again on Thursday from 2 – 4 & 7 – 9 p.m. A Legion Service will be held on Wednesday at 7 p.m. and Parish Prayers will be held on Thursday evening at 7 p.m. A Funeral Mass for Charlie will be held in St. Mary’s Church on Friday September 30, 2011 at 10 o’clock. Interment in St. Anthony’s Cemetery, Chatham. Friends wishing to remember Charlie with a memorial donation are asked to consider St. Mary’s C.W.L., the Blenheim Legion or the Capuchins of Central Canada.