"We gained such a beautiful, amazing angel; an angel who will be forever missed but never forgotten for his many accomplishments, kind heart and loving spirit. My memories with you will forever be in my heart and cherished. Love you, Pop! "
In loving memory of
Clarence "Chuck" Pierce
October 26, 1933 - March 13, 2021
Clarence "Chuck" Pierce, Jr., on March 13, 2021, of Runnemede. Age 87.
Beloved husband of the late Theresa (nee Sacchetti). Devoted father of Wayne Pierce (Sherry), John Pierce (Ann Marie), Patricia Phillips (the late Steve), and Danny Pierce. Loving grandfather of Krista (Ricky), Gabrielle (Gary), Pierce, Derek, Matthew, Kaitlyn, and Kelly. Also survived by many nieces and nephews and his beloved daughter-in-law Daria.
Chuck was born in Camden. He proudly served with the US Marine Corps during the Korean War. He was a Runnemede Police Officer for many years and then worked for the Camden County Prosecutor's Office, retiring in 2005. Chuck was a member of PBA Local #30 and the Retired Police and Fire Association and a former football and baseball coach in Runnemede.
There will be a viewing from 12:30pm to 1:30pm Friday at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.
Funeral service 1:30pm at the funeral home.
Entombment New St. Mary's Mausoleum, Bellmawr.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Chuck's memory to VITAS Hospice, 521 Fellowship Road, Suite 110, Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054.
Tributes
"On behalf of the Runnemede Police Department please accept our condolences for your loss. Chief Paul Dailey"
"It is with great sadness to hear the passing of Mr. Pierce!! My heart goes out to his family! Mr & Mrs. Pierce were great neighbors when I was growing up next door! Family was everything to them! My prayers are with you all!! Susan Kensler Jalio"
"You will be forever missed, but you will never be forgotten in the slightest. The memories that I have cherished in my heart are so special. You?ve achieved more in this lifetime than most can say they have, and you are someone I truly admire; your fight, drive and constant compassion for others. We gained another beautiful and magnificent angel to watch over us. Xoxo Love you, Pop. "
"My condolences to the Pierce family. Chuck was a hell of a man and Runnemede legend."
"My sincere condolences to The Pierce family, as a friend of your father and grandfather, He was a wonderful hero, He was a proud Marine who served not only our country but our community. He became a police officer, then working for the prosecutors office to solve so many crimes.He loved what he did . A week prior to his home going he still was drawling. He was so amazing to staff at rehab we?re he was. As family was preparing for him to come home little did they know his address was going to be different than Runnemede , NJ. It was going to be Heaven ! And he surly earned his wings.Sorrowful ,Pat Jenkins "
"My deepest sympathy to all, knowing him and his family and working with him has left me with me wonderful memories from the past. May he Rest In Peace. Joseph Pfeiffer, RPD Retired "
"My condolences to the entire family. I worked with Chuck at the Prosecutor?s Office. He was a true gentleman, a very nice person, and he was missed when he retired. May he rest in peace. Debbie Angelastro"
"Pop, you always made me laugh and I thank you for that. I couldn?t ask for a better grandpop. I love you more than words can describe. I hope you?re having fun with Gram????"
"Heaven is gaining an Angel! Chuck was a saint here on earth! A kind, tender man with true character and compassion. Sincere condolences to his loving family. Respectfully, Harry F. Glemser Jr. VSM C.C.P.O. Ret. "
"Heaven is gaining an Angel! Chuck was a saint here on earth! A kind, tender man with true character and compassion. Sincere condolences to his loving family. Respectfully, Harry F. Glemser Jr. VSM C.C.P.O. Ret. "