Charles “Buddy” Fuller, Jr., 74, of Worcester, died Tuesday, July 10th in his home surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Judith “Judy” (Currier) Fuller; his son Charles Fuller, III and his fiancée, Jackie Boucher of Worcester; three daughters, Gina Lee Villatico and her husband, Arnold of Webster, Shelly Hokanson and her husband, Scott of Worcester and Lisa Drosidis, and her husband, George of Holden; two sisters, June Devejian of Forest Hills, NY and Irene Towle of Boylston; seven grandchildren, Jason and Joey Vallatico, Taralee and Ashlee Fuller, Jenna Lee Hokanson, and Kosta and Eleni Drosidis; three nieces and three nephews, including his twin nephews William and Robert Towle who were his long time hunting buddies.
He was born in Worcester, the son of Charles Fuller, Sr. and Emma (Early) Fuller. Buddy had owned and operated United Auto Body for many years, until 1990 when he was forced to retire due to his struggle with emphysema. He was a member of the PNI Club and the First Congregational Church, both in Worcester. Mr. Fuller was an avid hunter and enjoyed the outdoors.
Calling hours are Thursday, July 12th from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. at O’CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue. His funeral service will be held at the conclusion of calling hours in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to The Emphysema and C.O.P.D. Unit, c/o St. Vincent Hospital, 123 Summer Street, Worcester, MA 01608 or VNA Hospice, 10 Thomas Street, Worcester, MA 01608.