Charles Commero, 83, of Lancaster, PA passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at Audubon Villa. He was born in Lancaster and was the son of the late Joseph and Marie (Paparo) Commero.

Charles was of the Catholic faith and was a long time member of St. Mary's Catholic Church.

He served his country in WWII with the United States Army.

Charles was employed by the Downingtown Paper Box Company as a printer and pressman and retired from Skyline Distribution as a forklift operator.

His memberships include the Italian American Citizen Club, honorary retired member of International Brotherhood of the Teamsters Union Local 771, and AARP.

Surviving is a son, Joseph C. Commero, husband of Diane, of Lancaster, a grandson Michael C. Commero, of Lancaster, a brother Joseph D. Commero, of Lancaster, and many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, James and John Commero, and a sister Rosemary Shissler.

A Christian Prayer Service will be held from the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home, 414 E. King St. Lancaster, PA on Friday, August 7, 2009 at 10am with Rev. Leo Goodman Officiating. A viewing will be held at the funeral home from 9-10am. Interment will take place from St. Anthony's Catholic Cemetery. To send the family online condolences please visit snyderfuneralhome.com