DAVID ALAN CHARNOCK
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DAVID ALAN
Age 62, of Cranberry Township, entered into heaven on Monday, October 29, 2012 after fighting a courageous two-year battle with brain cancer. Born December 6, 1949 in Pittsburgh to the late Wilbert and Ruth (Helmstetter) Charnock. Beloved husband of 41 years to Catherine (Hurley) Charnock; loving father of Kimberly (Jason) Pitell, Brian (Karen) Charnock, Christine (Charles) Sevin, Gregory Charnock, and Sarah Charnock; proud PapPap of Denali Pitell, Mya and Ellie Charnock, and Allison and Taylor Sevin; brother of Diane (Bob) Snyder; brother-in-law of Sister Frances Hurley CSJ, Peggy and Jerry Hannan, Pat and Ron Jurann, John and Denise Hurley, Betty and Larry Fabbroni, Joe and Roberta Hurley, Rita and Bob Bates, Rose and Tom Sippel, Bob and Cindy Hurley, Lori Hurley and Alan Schlossberg, Sister Dorothy Pashuta CSJ; loved by many aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends. Dave was a loving and caring husband and father who always made family his first priority. He held several significant positions in many organizations including North Hills Jaycess (president), Cranberry Community Chest (president), and Vincentian Home (board member). He was a very devout Catholic and was a member of St. Ferdinand parish. He was an Eucharistic minister, marriage prep teacher, volunteer at festivals, member of St. Vincent DePaul society, former president of the Parish Council, and current member of the Pastoral Council. Dave was a well educated and incredibly smart man. He earned a bachelor's degree from Indiana University and an MBA from Robert Morris. He previously worked at Rothman Gordon and recently retired as the Chief Operating Officer at Alpern Rosenthal. Friends and Family will be received Wednesday and Thursday 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DEVLIN FUNERAL HOME OF CRANBERRY, 2678 Rochester Road, Cranberry Twp. (724) 772-8800. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in St. Ferdinand Church Friday, 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Ferdinand's Building fund and St. Ferdinand's Saint Vincent DePaul Society.
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November 23, 2012
Dear Cathy and family, I was so sorry to hear of Dave going home, to our way of thinking, too early; but such an outstanding man, who loved God, really is in that "better place" that people often refer to without really knowing the truth of that statement. How good and kind Dave was/is and how surely God is using his life for great good, even now. Yes, although Dave is not physically here, his prayers for you and your family will NEVER die and continue to do God's work. Much Prayer for you and the family! God bless, Nancy Wehrheim
Michelle Babusci
November 14, 2012
Charnock family,
You are in my prayers. May your faith and the memories carry you through this trying time.
Steve Stockton
November 5, 2012
Kim and Charnock family,
I was fortunate to be one of those people who was inspired by Dave during my short time with the North Hills Jaycees where we praccticed the idea that service to others is the best work in life. It saddens me to see such an outstanding man leave us so early.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joan Jurann
November 4, 2012
Dear Aunt Cathy and family,
I'm sorry for your loss, I've put Uncle Dave on the prayer list at St. Judes.
I'll stay in touch. Love you your neice.
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Maureen and Bruce Golmic
November 4, 2012
To the Charnock family, We were so stunned to hear the news of Dave's passing announced in church this morning. So sorry for your loss, but know he is with our God and is at peace. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave's Birthday - December 2007
Lee Wahl
November 2, 2012
Boss, Mentor and Friend…I will forever cherish all of the years that it was my great privilege to work directly for Dave. He was a one-of-a-kind leader that inspired you to reach that next level. His encouragement and mentoring are gifts that I will never forget. I feel so blessed to have been part of Dave's work family.
Dave had a story for every occasion and he delighted in sharing them with us. His pride and love for his family was so evident in them.
Cathy and family, as you go through this painful time, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. As time lessens the pain of loss, may you find comfort in the cherished memories of Dave, a truly great man who was respected and loved by so many.
Ray Ainslie
November 2, 2012
Only God knows the number of steps we will take as we traverse this earthly life.
We are all but strangers here on this side of the curtain of Life - Heaven is our true home.
On behalf of the members and officers of the United States JCI Senate, we extend our heartfelt condolences on your loss.
No words can truly ease the pain nor can they fill the void of your loss. Only God's hand can offer that healing.
Know that your Senate Family prays for you and your family. We offer our shoulder and arms for comfort. We share your loss.
Ray Ainslie USJCI Chaplain
Nancy Kelmeckis
November 2, 2012
Dear Cathy,
May you find true peace in the knowledge Dave is in God's Holy light now. We send you our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Val and Nancy Kelmeckis (from the Creekwood days)
Debbie
November 2, 2012
Mr.Charnock hired me when I worked at Rothman. He was always nice and easy to talk to. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family.
November 1, 2012
We send out Love to you Cathy, Kim, Brian, Chris,Greg and Sarah, and families. Wish we could be with you at this difficult time. I know you are supported with so much love from Family and Friends as you share memories and funny stories.
We love you all, and will remember the special times we had with Dave and you all.
Your an amazing family, and your love and Faith will get you through.
Love,
Ron, Pat, Joan, Diane, Susan and Jeff
Jeff & Marianne Davis
November 1, 2012
Dear Cathy and Family,
You have truly been blessed having Dave as a husband and father. We have truly been blessed having known Dave as a friend.I'll always remember the soccer days when our girls were young, and the Seneca Valley Soccer Assn. was just developing. I'm sure your very pround of Dave, and I want you to know our prayers are with you. The world is a richer place because of him and his influence on those who knew him. God bless you and your family.
Earl & Dianna DiLulio
November 1, 2012
Dear Cathy & Family: Our deepest sympathy go out to all of you. I was very sorry to here about Dave's passing. I will always remember all the fun we had as kids at the family reunions growing up. Dave was the oldest of cousins and orgainized playing games and making sure we all had a good time. Dave was a true leader even as a young child. I know he will be missed very much by all the people he touched. May God Bless you and your family.
Lynne
November 1, 2012
To the Charnock Family:
Dave was one of the nicest people I have ever know. I had the pleasure of working with him back in the 90's. He was always a gentleman, very patient and a mentor in his own right. He will be truly missed and I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Nikki Lang
November 1, 2012
My deepest sympathy to the Charnock family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Brian Lang
November 1, 2012
Dear Cathy, Sarah, and family, please accept my deepest sympathy. I have fond memories of Dave at Alpern Rosenthal, and, more recently, at St. Ferdinand where we had the chance to greet each other on many Sundays with a handshake and a warm “Good Morning”. May family, friends, and the faith that Dave is in a better place, free from all illness, bring comfort and peace to you.
Marlene L. Pendleton
November 1, 2012
Another great man has left us. I offer my sympathy to Dave's family. He was truly a great man, and his passing is a loss for all who he left behind.
July 1972
Mark Tumminello
October 31, 2012
Christmas 1970
Mark TUMMINELLO
October 31, 2012
Rich Inman
October 31, 2012
Wow, a great loss but his legacy lives on through his wonderful family. We will always remember Dave as a good neighbor and a devoted volunteer at St. Ferdinand Church.
Rich and Andrea Inman
David Tumminello
October 31, 2012
Cathy and family and Diane. My sympathy to you. Other than Dave being my cousin. I felt even more connected as I know Uncle Tim was special to him. He will be missed.
roberta lucas
October 31, 2012
Kim and Charnock family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Connie Pesanka
October 31, 2012
My condolences to the Charnock family for their loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. It was an honor and a pleasure to work with Dave here at Alpern Rosenthal and he will truly be missed. RIP Dave!
October 31, 2012
Dear Cathy and Family,
We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. May God hold you close and guide you all each new day ahead. We adore your family and are so sorry for your loss. There are no words that can truly express it.
Love and prayers,
Kirk and Lynn Anderson
Greg and Diane Stoner and Family
October 31, 2012
Cathy and family,
Know that the St. Ferdinand parish community sends prayers of comfort during this difficult time. Our deepest condolences to you all.
Linda Blackstone-Vennare
October 31, 2012
To the Charnock family: I worked with Dave many years ago at Building Systems. Dave had a wonderful sense of humor and loved his family. Death has selfishly robbed you of the joys and blessings of his presence but not of the countless memories and spiritual impact of his life well lived. Know that he rests comfortably in the palms of God's hands and May he rest in peace. My deepest sympathy to all of you.
Cheryl Jones
October 31, 2012
David was such an amazing person and a wonderful mentor. He was such a guidance at work - helping me to learn from my mistakes but more importantly, he would guide me in a way that forced me to make decisions. It was always a comfort to know that I could turn to him in any situation, whether it was personal or professional. Dave would drop what he was doing and give you as much time as you needed. He has influenced my life in a way that few other people have, he was truly a special person - an original. I miss him and am so thankful that I had the opportunity to have his presence in my life.
Cheryl Jones
Mark and Kim ,Karilee Cowan
October 31, 2012
Dear Cathy and family,We were so sorry to hear this,all of the good times we had at all the soccer cookouts and games.You have our deepest sympathy.
Jim and Susan Martin
October 31, 2012
Dear Cathy, We were saddened to hear about Dave's passing. He was a true friend as well as a great boss and mentor. Susan and I have wonderful memories of our trips with Dave and you. He is in our thoughts and prayers. Jim and Susan
Carole Seay
October 30, 2012
Dear Cathy and family:
I am trying to find the words to convey my sadness to you and your children in the loss of your husband and dad.
I always remembered Dave as a quiet, gentle man at all the birthday parties at the Hannan's.
He certainly did love his family and his Church. I was amazed at all he accomplished for the good of mankind. What a beautiful legacy he has left to you and your children and I hope this will comfort you. We should remember that memory is one gift of the Father that death cannot destroy and his memory will live on in your hearts forever. He will never be forgotten by anyone who has had the honor of meeting him.
With deepest sympathy and much love.
Carole (Hannan) Seay, Robert & family.
Karl Aufman
October 30, 2012
Cathy,and family: I was so sorry to read of the passing of Dave. He was a true gentlemen in every sense of the word. Not only did he love his family, he also loved his church, and his God with whom he now rests. his pain is no more. My wife Jean and I will remember Dave in a special way at Mass this week.
MWMHW
October 30, 2012
Dear Cathy, Dave was such a very special person. We were so blessed to have him in our lives. We could always count on Dave to lead the way with his humor or playing Trivia games. What a special bond he had with all the other brother-in-laws and their very special and exclusive organization- MWMHW - The Men Who Married Hurley Women. What a crew they were whether at family vacations, the cruise, fishing trips or baseball games, they were there for each other, even letting our brothers join in the fun. All our lives are richer for having Dave in them. He will always be a special part of our family. Love to you and Kim and Brian and Chris and Greg and Sarah and their families. Betty and Larry
Susan and Chuck
October 30, 2012
We're holding all of you in our hearts and prayers. We've known him as a great neighbor, among all the other wonderful roles Dave fulfilled so well. You all serve as a testimony to his loving, gentle nature.
Paul Gaertner
October 30, 2012
Cathy and Family, We were so very sorry to hear about Dave. You have our deep sympathy. I told my Mom who said "I saw him somewhere recently." She could not remember where (The Reunion) but she remembered seeing him and said: "He sat down and he talked to me for a good while." It was so great he was able to come to the reunion and everyone had a chance to see him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very sad moment in time. Take care, Paul & Kathy Gaertner and Family
October 30, 2012
Mrs Charnock and family, We are deeply sorry for your loss. May you be comforted with warm thoughts and knowing that Mr Charnock is in heaven. We are here for you all and sending our prayers. Love, Denise, Tony and AJ
Love Bob,Rita,Patrick & Lauren
October 30, 2012
Dave was an amazing Brother-In-Law and Uncle. One of the MWMHW
His Love for God,Family& Friends is what made him so special.
He will be greatly missed but his memories will last a life time.
Rest In Peace
Steve Jordan
October 30, 2012
Dave was a caring and honorable man, a friend, colleague and mentor to many. I am a better person for having known him. He will be sorely missed.
Mike & Patty Hmel
October 30, 2012
We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dave. We only knew him for a short time but he was a nice person and a good neighbor. Our prayers will continue for Dave and we extend our sympathy to everyone in his family, especially Cathy.
October 30, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Charnock family. So sorry for your loss. Love, Joseph and Roberta Hurley
Rosalie and Noah Wagner
October 30, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the whole Charnock Family. Uncle Dave will be sorely missed. Considered all yourselves hugged!
Kathy (McCarthy) Ames
October 30, 2012
Dave and I both attended college at IUP. I ran into Dave on our first evening there. I think that we were both glad to see a familiar face. We sat on a park bench in the Oak Grove and just talked. I can't even remember what we talked about, but I know that we both felt a little less lost because we met that night. I am sorry to hear of Dave's death. I will always carry the memory of that night in my heart.
Dwight Weinman
October 30, 2012
To the Charnock Family, may you have my deepest sympathy. I remember Dave from the Avalon HS & Assumption GS days. He was always a warm & freindly person. May God Bless You All.
joel rosenthal
October 30, 2012
I am sorry for your loss. David was a great man and I was proud to work with him for so many years
Doug and Holly Robson
October 30, 2012
Dave was a good man and mentor to me during my time here at Alpern Rosenthal. Our deepest sympathy goes to the Charnock family.
Sharon (Mura) Cisar
October 30, 2012
Dave was a very special member of Avalon's Class of '67. His sense of humor was well appreciated in class and provided teachers and classmates with moments of comic relief! I'm sure that Dave is already having a reunion with Mr. Sewak and Bruce Harkiewicz to discuss the good old days at Avalon High! Although this is a most difficult time for all of you, I pray that the days ahead allow you to gradually replace your tears of sadness with special smiles as you recall your own special times with Dave.
Susan Crawford
October 30, 2012
I am so very sorry for you loss. May the Lord comfort you, and may you draw strength from Him and each other. What a wonderful man and what a well lived life. It was a gift to know him.
Dorothy Macel Caplan
October 30, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
St. Ferdinand Parish - Comfort Blanket Ministry
October 30, 2012
We share your sorrow, and hope it will comfort you to know that many hearts reach out to you in sympathy and love.
May the soul of David Alan Charnock, through the mercy of God, continue his journey to a new life in the presence of God in the heavenly kingdom.
We pray for comfort for you at this sorrowful time, and we remember with you a life that was so dear
Matk Tumminello
October 30, 2012
Miss ya cuz..you were always the serious one..lots of good memories..regrets to all..sorry Cathy,love cousin Mark
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