Charles “Charlie” R. Kirmelewicz, 73, of Medway died September 17 peacefully at home surrounded by his beloved family. He was the husband of Cheryl A. (Reagan) Kirmelewicz for the past 50 years.
Born in Chelsea, November 13, 1947, the son of the late Charles and Mary (Jusewicz) Kirmelewicz, Charlie was raised and had lived in Millis for many years before moving to Medway 25 years ago.
Charlie had worked at Medfield State Hospital for 20 years before retiring. He had previously worked as a welder at several companies in the area.
He enjoyed fishing, golfing, trips to Foxwoods, dancing to the oldies and a drive to the Cape for a great clam roll.
In addition to his wife he is survived by his children, Kim Hender and her husband Rick of Franklin and Kevin Kirmelewicz and his wife Kelly of Weston.
He is also survived by his grandchildren, Christina, Ryan, Matthew, Madison, Emily and Olivia.
His funeral mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, September 22 in St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Millis at 11:00 a.m.
Burial will be private.
Visitation will be on Wednesday from 10:00-11:00 a.m. in St. Thomas’s Church.
The family asks that all attending to please use face masks.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to the JDRF 60 Walnut Street #102, Wellesley, MA 02481.
Arrangements are under the care of the Ginley Crowley Funeral Home (www.ginleyfuneralhomes.com) Medway.