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1947
2012
Terry Charnecki, 65, passed away on Sunday, November 18, 2012 after a brief illness. He was born in Fairmont, Minnesota, a son of the late Michael Louis and Marie Theresa Korolewski Charnecki; A resident of Newport News for 28 years, Terry retired from the US Navy as MNC, where he was an Explosives Specialist.
Aside from his parents, Terry was preceded in death by his sister Barbara Charnecki. He is survived by his wife of 4 years, Alfreda Townes; sons Michael Charnecki and wife Theresa and Anthony Charnecki and wife Jennifer; daughters, Kathryn Wilson and husband James, Susana Charnecki and Kristina Charnecki; grandchildren, Brandon, John, Isabella, Sophia, Jocelyn, Patricia, Ashley and Zachary; brother, Gary Charnecki of Fairmont, MN; sister Karen Brammer of Saukville, WI.
A celebration of Terry's life will be held Monday, November 26th, 2012 at 11:00 am at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be directed to Disabled American Veterans organization, Roanoke VA, http://www.dav.org/donate/FAQ.aspx.
Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Avenue, Hampton, VA 23666.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories and words of condolence with the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
December 2, 2012
Ed Simmons
Our condolences to the Charnecki family. I like a few others that signed the guest book worked with Terry. I met Terry in 1972 in Okinawa and He and others there took me under their wings. I was very proud for him to come down in 1980 for my Chief's initiation and we followed each others career. He is a true shipmate and I will always remember him.
November 27, 2012
Robert Briggs
27Nov.2012
I didn't know Terry but, he was a brother in ARMS and my hope and prayer is He'll be found worthy to enter thru Heaven's Golden Gates and be with our Lord Jesus Christ.
MN1 Robert Briggs
U.S. Navy Retired
November 27, 2012
Roger Kropf
Terry was one of a kind, I knew him in the mineforce and truely respected his outlook on life and his everyday willingness to help any shipmate. He will truely be missed by all. Fair winds and following seas shipmate.
November 26, 2012
ROY POUNDERS
YOU TAUGHT ME SO MUCH THANKS ROY P
November 26, 2012
Al. Bauer
Terry Was a Good Friend . We shared many laughs while on Okinawa . I wish All of his family the best. Please take peace in know that he is with oyher old Minemen , waiting for the rest of us to csatch up .
November 26, 2012
Tex Holloway
I'll see you in the next life. I met Terry in 1971 and we've tossed down more than a few beers. He helped me out once when others wouldn't. I've often wondered what happened to him. He was a good Chief.
November 26, 2012
Derick Hartshorn
On behalf of the Association of Minemen, we all wish to express our sincere condolences to Freda and the family. Your loss is felt by the entire Mine Warfare community and we will long remember Terry.
Derick S. Hartshorn
Chaplain-AOM
November 26, 2012
Tommy & Elizabeth
Freda, we love you very much.
November 26, 2012
Vince and Wendy Paolisso
Dear Kathy and family, our condolences to all all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
November 26, 2012
Robert Boggs
To Kathy and family, so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Robert and Gay Boggs
November 26, 2012
Terra McDaniel
Kristina, I am so sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
November 25, 2012
Robin Ellison-Owens & Family
We love you Aunt Freda and we are here for you. Your love for each other was a wonderful gift and it will live on. ....and the greatest of the these is love. I Love you very much.
November 25, 2012
Kim Bryant and Thad Crowe
Susana and family, our thoughts are with you. We did not know him personally, but if his daughter is any indication, I am sure he was a person who embraced life and loved everyone. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
November 25, 2012
Kelly Sawyer
Good By Old Friend
You Will Be Missed
Kelly Sawyer Chesapeake , Virginia
November 25, 2012
Raquel
"When winter arrives, trees and other plants temporarily lose their leaves. But those plants and trees possess the life to send forth new green shoots when spring comes. Human death is like that, but we possess a life force that leads us to a new life--a new mission--immediately and without pain." --Daisaku Ikeda
On to your new mission T man!
November 25, 2012
Stacey Wood
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this sad time. He is one of god's angels now and will be greatly missed by all. I didn't know him but I know his daughter Kathryn.
November 24, 2012
Debra Nixon
God bless you all. Alfreda and family, I know how much he loved you all, especially his wife Alfreda. ALFREDA, I applaud the love and great care you showed your husband over the years. Your patience and love are an example for all and you will always be Terry's Honeybear to his Terrybear. Kathy you were that special daughter that went the extra mile showing love for your dad. Condolences and faith. Cousin Debra
November 22, 2012
Zachary Wilson
I love you grandpa. you will always be in my heart.
love: zac
November 22, 2012
Kathryn Wilson
My dearest daddy,
I miss you so much! I know you are celebrating your day with the angels as we celebrate with you in our hearts and our memories. One thing I am thankful for is that you are my father. You will never be forgotten. I Love You Daddy!
R.I.P. Your Loving Daughter, Kat
November 21, 2012
Lynn Childs
To Kathy and Family our deepest sympathies to you all during this very difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lynn & Lenny Childs and Family
November 21, 2012
Michael Rann
Sorry for your loss, I worked with Terry at Valeo for many years he was a great person and friend
November 21, 2012
Gail (Korolewski) McKelvey
I love you too, Cuz, and my heart is broken! I am so glad we talked fairly recently. This is such a shock. I wish we had gotten out to VA to see you like we talked about.
November 21, 2012
RON&MONI OWENS
PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY
November 21, 2012
Angela LeMaster
Glad our paths crossed and super blessed to know susana and Kristina. May your loved ones cherish the memories and continue to heal.
November 21, 2012
Kathryn Wilson
Pops, I miss you daddy. I love you so much.
November 20, 2012
Alfreda Townes
I Love You Terry Bear so much, my heart is so heavy. I am missing you so much. I Love You.You were the love of my life, my soul mate, my heartbeat, our life together was one that can never be replaced. We shared all good times never bad ones. Terry Bear we will always be together. With all my Love Honey Bear.
November 20, 2012
Marquita Latta
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
November 20, 2012
Karen Brammer
I'll start this out with a tribute to that self-described "hard-headed polack", more dearingly called my big brother. I will be back with memories and stories but for now let me just say how much I will miss Terry's big smile and hearty laugh. Hugs & prayers to my dear nieces & nephews and their families. Love you buddy!!
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