"Uncle Charlie was born wearing a badge, as he was everyone?s protector and did whatever he could to help everyone and anyone. He told the best jokes and gave the best hugs. If he could help in any way he never hesitated! We still have to buy that generator you recommended. The greatest vacation I ever went on was fishing in Alaska with my Uncle Charlie! I miss you terribly my sweet Uncle, but know you will be watching over us all from above!! RIP"
In loving memory of
Charles Vaccaro
March 1, 1931 - February 14, 2019
Charles Vaccaro, 87, of Cooper City, FL passed away on February 14, 2019 in Hollywood, FL.
Charlie was born in Brooklyn, NY to Leonard and Rosaria Vaccaro on March 1, 1931. He married Dolores Stepanich on August 21, 1955 in Brooklyn, NY. He worked as a Sales Consultant for Alpine Engineering for many years. He was a veteran of the Korean War and served in the Army and was awarded The Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, 2 Bronze Stars, and the Combat Infantryman's Badge.
Charlie is survived by his wife, Dolores; children and their spouses, Karen Vaccaro, Lauren and Arthur Neiwirth, Charles L. and Julie Vaccaro, Valerie and David Griffiths, and Victoria Vaccaro; his brother, Gaspar; grandchildren Amanda and Michael, Olivia, Marissa, Jonathan, Gregory, David, CJ, Christopher, Jack, Michael, Caroline, Adrianna, and Ren; and great grandchildren, Lilly and Zachary.
Visitation will be 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM on Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at Fred Hunter's University Drive Home, 2401 S. University Drive, Davie FL 33324.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, February 20, 2019 at Saint David Catholic Church, 3900 S. University Dr., Davie, FL 33328.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Charlie's name to the Wounded Warrior Project, support.woundedwarriorproject.org.
A Reception and Celebration of Life is to follow Mass on Wednesday:
Capriccio Ristorante
2424 N. University Dr.
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
The family of Charles Vaccaro wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Dr. Amy Aronovitz, and the Doctors and Nurses in the Intermediate Care Unit at Memorial Regional Hospital as well as Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care.
Tributes
"It?s hard to forget someone who gave you so much to remember. Uncle Charlie, you were a great inspiration to me. All the conversations that we had, listening to your jokes and all the times that you took us out for lunch... Tuesday?s and Thursday?s are not going to be the same at this clinic without your presence. Thank you for all the good memories that will fill my mind and warm my heart, I feel blessed that God connected us for all these years. May your soul Rest In Peace. Cristina De Cespedes "
"I have known Charlie for over 40 years; prior to my 5 wonderful years with Alpine, I worked for Component Manufacturers. When in my 20's Charlie would make his regular visits to the facility where I worked, and I would always shout out: "Is that the Rep from XYZ (competitor) coming through the door?" At that point it was game on! Charlie would chase me around the office, with assurance that he would get me for that! lol Good Times - Thank you Charlie for all of your support and being a genuine individual. My sincerest condolences to the Vaccaro family, he will be dearly missed. Steve."
"Rest in Peace, Charlie-there are no words to describe our friendship and love that we shared-you were apart of our family and we were a part of yours. To know you was to know a very special person, What a team you made with Walter, Charlie, and Bill ! Thank you for the wonderful memories that I treasure. Sending my love and sympathy to Delores and the whole family. Harriett "
"Hi, it?s Charlie?s Tavormina?s son John. Sorry for your loss. Charlie was a wonderful person and it was always a pleasure talking to him about everything when we saw him. He will be missed, Love John and Sandie. "
"Dear Dolores and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Charlie befriended me from the get go and took me under his wing which I am forever grateful for. Charlie was also the guiding force of Alpine's success in Canada. Dolores I am glad that I was able to to visit with you and Charlie last year. Take care, Ed Lim"