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T. Charles McCourt, 76

T. Charles McCourt, 76, of Lancaster, passed away at Moravian Manor on 28 Dec. 2012. Born in Atchison KS, he was the son of Dorathy Gertrude (Jacobs) McCourt and the late Thomas Patrick McCourt. Charles was the husband of Julia Margaret (Flandermyer) McCourt.

A veteran, he served in the US Army. He was a graduate of the Missouri School of Mines in Rolla MO with a degree in chemical engineering; Charles became an active businessman who owned Ace Rents and several other rental agencies in PA, MD, and VA. He also started and ran McCourt Mfg in Fort Smith, AR. Charles was a member of Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, East Petersburg, PA.

In addition to his wife, Julia, Charles is survived by his mother Dorathy, his sons Greg McCourt of Chattanooga TN and Mark McCourt of Richmond VA; his sisters Mary Gallistel of El Cajon CA and Caroline Raymond of Escondido CA, his brother Patrick McCourt of Baltimore, and a grandson Brendan Maguire of Richmond VA. A sister, Kitten Keith predeceased him.

A Memorial Service will be held at 3 PM on 6 Jan. 2013 at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 308 Petersburg Road, Lititz, PA 17543 with Pastor Jeff Webb officiating. Family and friends will be received at a time for remembrance after the service at the church. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Charles name to Mount Calvary Lutheran Church.  To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100

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Please accept our condolences on the loss of Charlie. He was, without a doubt, one of the finest people we knew. He was definitely a man of integrity, who was always willing to work with you in an extremely pleasant manner. Without a doubt, he was one of the very finest men we have encountered in the business world.

From Jim & Kitty Miller

I am sorry to hear of the passing of Charles McCourt. I met Mr. McCourt at an ARA Trade Show, where he took time to help me with a problem I was having. I’ll never forgot him for giving me his word…..and then keeping it in order to find a timely solution, a rarity it seems these days.

Alex Van Disco – Disco Display House

It has been a long time since Charlie was one of the first visitors to our new rental store in Vienna and his advice and mentoring over the many years was of great value to us. He made a real difference to the rental industry and we will all miss him.

Liz and Ty Brooke and Jim Brooke

Charlie was an inspiration to us all. I will miss his smiling face at conventions and his $2 bills.

Keith W. Klarin
ARA President 1987

Dear Julia and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time.
Our love to you and all your family.

Paul and Sandra Hershey
York Pa

Julia, We are so sorry to hear about Charlie.  He was such a fine man and we know he will be missed by many.  You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers, now and in the days, ahead.

God’s Peace,
Jane and Cindy Ashley

Our prayers are with the whole family .At a time like this there are no words that can explain the pain one feels it is something we all go through but it does not make it easy so our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. We have so many good memories working at Ace Rents with Charlie and Allen and our trips to the conventions.

God Bless
Pete & Jean Immel

Julia, Mark & Greg,
As you grieve, know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of Charlie. He  will remain in our hearts forever. Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Charlie brought so many gifts to our lives and we will never forget him! Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold him in your hearts. Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about  Charlies passing.Our prayers go out to you and your family at this time.
                                               
With sincere sympathy,
Curtis & Shirley Brown

Julia, Mark, and Greg,

We are so sorry to hear about Charlie.  He was such a wonderful man.  Our thoughts and  prayers are with you.

Mark and Kathy Rynearson

We were saddened to hear about Charlie and wanted you to know that he will be missed by so many of us in the industry.  I know that we had all accepted that he was no longer working at McCourt Mfg., but we all knew that we would stand a good chance of see both Charlie and Julia at the ARA Shows.  It will not be the same.  Charles and I had the pleasure of knowing Charlie thru work and always had respect for him.  You could always count on a hand shake from Charlie.  Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Cynthia Scott, Special Occasions
Charles Scott, Aztec Tent

Many years ago when I first returned to Fort Smith I was studying the possibility of starting a business. Charlie was one of just a few business people who gave me the courtesy of their time. For this and for the many years of doing business with Charlie I will remember him fondly.

Jim Post Fort Smith, AR

To you, Julia:  Our sincere prayers for your comfort in the days ahead. So many at First Lutheran will always remember you and Charles.

John and Trisha Ross

Mark – Bunny & I would like to pass along our condolences for your lose. Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family at this most trying time.

Regards,

Chris Clunk & Bunny Johnson
Capitol Hospitality Group

My family & I are members of 1st Lutheran in Fort Smith, and my business is on North 3rd Street just a few blocks from McCourt Mfg. (the place with the Dobermans!) Our deepest condolences to your family on your loss – Charlie was always so nice & upbeat – even when walking to the bank in the rain! Our thoughts & prayers are with your family. -Maranda Wright

Julia, Mark & Greg,
I was sorry to hear my long ago friend had passed away. One of my favorite memories was the sound of his snickering whenever one of us dared mention anything political. I liked Charlie. He was always authentically Charlie. I know you will miss him. He has left a huge footprint in this world. It is a blessing to have known him.
Carol Sanchez

Good morning,
I only know Charles as a business friend. Talked to him a few times on the phone and I think at an ARA show a few years back.
Wising you God’s grace as you look to Him through this difficult time.

Sincerly,
Marlin
Tents For Rent

Charlie was always good to me starting in Fort Chaffee, Arkansas. Got me involved in the rental business over 20 years ago by giving me a job and bringing me to Virginia. I always appreciated his trust and confidence in me. He was a verry good friend and I will always remember him for that…
Clara Hinte (former employee at Mclean Rentals)

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