Obituaries
Terry L. Charles Sr., 72
January 26, 2022
Terry L. Charles Sr. passed away on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at Lancaster General hospital, surrounded by close family.
Terry, known to everyone as Skip, was born on January 3rd, 1950 in Lancaster, to parents John Melvin and Ruth J Charles.
Following Skip’s high school graduation from Penn Manor in 1968, Skip was drafted into the US Army. He completed his education and training in Fort Gordon, Georgia as a military policeman, SP5. He was honorably discharged on July 7th of 1971 with multiple badges and a National Defense service medal. From there, Skip began his 48-year career at CB Tool and Dye Industry where he started out as a machine operator and retired as the shop superintendent in 2019. It is at this point that Skip’s love of golf could take the front seat! He enjoyed many golf trips and outings with a great group of friends and memories that he surely carried to his grave. An avid Flyers fan, sharing their wins and losses with his two sons through texts and banter was a tradition that will be sorely missed. Trips to the creek to throw rocks, spotting dear, and strolling around the rocks by the water of Pequea Boat Club was a few of the things he loved to do with his grandsons, Luke and Hayden Charles.
In addition to Skip’s grandsons, he is mourned by his two sons, Terry L Charles Jr. of New Providence, Casey J Charles, husband of Jennifer, of Willow Street. As well as a loving sister, Nancy Griesemer, wife of David E Griesemer, of Willow Street. Skip is now reunited with the brothers he lost, Barry M Charles, Larry G Charles, and wife Deborah L Charles who passed in 2020.
Skip’s laughter, affection and his love of the little things will be greatly missed. And if the Flyers by chance win a Stanley Cup next year, we know who got them there.
Celebration of life will be held at a later date for close family and friends.
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Condolences to the Family
March 13, 2022
although im late to write,i remember your coaching tactics for safe harbor “tigers”,also remember beating your “butt” in horseshoes ,,,,,,way back when…..see ya when i get there …….skip……..peace
mike bachman
February 08, 2022
I still cannot believe you are gone old man! I’m gonna miss you for sure. Give papa a great big bear hug for us. And don’t worry, I’ll take care of the left handed rake lol!! Love ya Terry, Casey, Jen and family.
February 08, 2022
Our prayers are with the family. Skip and I worked together for a number of years. More than me he really worked with Bill Beard. He was a faithful and important part of C-B Tool. He would do whatever it took to keep things going. Skip was dedicated and conscience. We were lucky to have Skip with us.
The Wenzel’s bless your family. Skip will always be a part of C-B Tool.
Best Regards,
John Wenzel
February 07, 2022
Was always a pleasure hanging with Skip at family get togethers at My Sister and Brothers house, a great guy who surely will be missed. My condolences to you Casey and Terry and family.
February 07, 2022
So sorry to hear of the passing of your father.
Tom Dearolf and family.
February 07, 2022
He will be missed
February 06, 2022
I am saddened to hear of Skips passing, but know that he is without pain, and with loved ones is a great comfort. I can only give my deepest condolences to Terry Jr. and Casey.
February 06, 2022
I remember Terry as a wrestler on the Penn Manor High School Wrestling Team. He was a strong competitor and enjoyed the sport. He always went for the pin to up the teams score. It was my privilege to be his coach at the Junior and Senior High School teams.
Al(Coach) Barone
February 06, 2022
It’s with great sadness to hear of the passing of my friend Skip! I’ll keep Terry,Casey and family in my prayers. Rest well my friend
