OBITUARIES

Charles N. Cahoon, 80

08/14/2023

CLARKSBURG, Mass. — Charles Neil "Chuck" Cahoon, 80, of Clarksburg, died on Monday, Aug. 14, 2023, at his home.

He was born in the North Adams Hospital on March 22, 1943, son of Frank and Clara Uberti Cahoon. He graduated from Drury High School in 1960 and Wentworth Institute in 1962.

Chuck was a veteran of the Vietnam War era and served in the Army's Southeast 1/66 Signal School at Fort Gordon, Ga., from April 1966 to October 1967 and then with the 236th Signal Company in Chun Chon, South Korea, from October 1967 to November 1968.

He worked at the former General Electric Co. in Pittsfield for many years until his retirement in 1998. Chuck was a lifetime member of All Saints Episcopal Church and served in many of its groups including the Vestry. He was a 59-year member of the Lafayette/Greylock Lodge of Masons and was a Past District Deputy Grand Master. He was an officer in the Berkshire Royal Arch Chapter, York Rite of Freemasonry, and Berkshire Commandery 22 Knights Templar.

Chuck played the bagpipes with the Berkshire Highlanders and the Taconic Pipe Band. He was a founder and served as president of the North Adams Historical Society. He also enjoyed flying and maintained his private pilot's license. Chuck researched his family tree for many years, tracing his roots to Scotland and joining the Society of Mayflower Descendants.

Survivors include his wife, Bonnie (Beverly) Cahoon, whom he married on June 27, 1964; two daughters, Melissa Chevalier (Gary) of Merrimack, N.H., and Deborah Simons (Rich) of Beacon, N.Y., and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

FUNERAL NOTICE: A Celebration of Life for Chuck Cahoon will be held Saturday, Aug. 26, at 10 a.m. at All Saints Episcopal Church. All those attending the funeral are encouraged to wear Chuck's favorite color, plaid. A Masonic service will be held at 9:45 AM on Saturday at the church. Burial will follow in Eastlawn Cemetery in Williamstown. Memorial donations may be made to All Saints Episcopal Church or the North Adams Historical Society in care of FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS CENTRAL CHAPEL, 74 Marshall St., North Adams, MA 01247. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com

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Bonnie, Sending love and condolences. Just learned of Chuck's passing. Your memories will sustain you in the coming months and years. Love Joann.
from: Joann Gaffey	on: 08-31-2023

To the friends and family of Chuck, I send my thoughts and prayers. I knew Chuck while I was the master of Williams Lodge (Williamstown) from 1995 - 1998 and other times at Lodge of Instruction. He was a great man .
from: Robert Y Burns	on: 08-30-2023

On behalf of the friends and members of the Rowe Historical Society please accept our condolences on Chuck's passing. It was a pleasure meeting and getting to know him. He was an inspiration to many of us as we witnessed his fondness of and commitment to the history of North Adams and environs.
from: Ellen Miller, Rowe Historical Society	on: 08-29-2023

Bonnie, we are so sorry to hear of your husbands passing. God Bless!
from: GGGANDSJG@VERIZON.NET	on: 08-26-2023

It is with sadness that I write a condolence to the family. I enjoyed the time I spent with him, esp. at the NAHS museum. He was very knowledgeable and taught me to be a fact checker. I, too, have Scottish ancestry, and I appreciated his care for it. He will be missed.
from: cheryl tarczynski	on: 08-26-2023

MY Sympathy to you Bonnie and girls for the passing of Chuck Always enjoyed it when we heard him practicing the pipes He was certainly an active member of community and will be missed by many .
from: Geri Brassard	on: 08-25-2023

So sorry to read abt the loss of ur husband. U and I worked together at Sprague Electric and my ex and I enjoyed the times we went to visit u guys and attended dances with u both. I have tried to contact u many times but couldn't find u but sorry to read of chucks passing. Condolences and a friendship hug to u and ur family. May he rest in peace.
from: Beverly (Blay) Ripa	on: 08-22-2023

I am so sad to hear of Chuck’ s passing. He was a genuine good person always willing to lend a hand. I flew with him several times out of North Adams airport and frequently saw him at pilot Christmas parties and lunches. Chuck was always watching over me to help with my airplane and teach me things I didn’t know. Several of us got together in June and unfortunately he was not well enough to come. My condolences to Bonnie. You truly married a good man.
from: Mary Ann Serian	on: 08-20-2023

Dear Bonnie so sorry to hear of Chucks passing. Blessings and prayers. He was a very nice person, enjoyed working with him, whenever we had a shows about some of the landmarks . So nice seeing you and George the other day. I did not know about services, so sorry I did not get there. Our prayers are sympathy are with you and yours. Pj Connie and family.
from: patrick J gray	on: 08-20-2023

Bonnie So sorry for your loss. Prayers go out to you and your family. I met Chuck and loved working with Chuck at the Historical society. Chuck had a deep love for trains when we see one we will always remember him, and the love he had for them.
from: Rosetta & John Sherman	on: 08-20-2023

Sending our Sympathy and prayers to Chuck’s family. He played his bagpipes at many special events.
from: John and Linda Neville	on: 08-19-2023

Bonnie and family, so sorry for your loss. May Chuck rest in peace. Prayers for you and your family.
from: Barbara Logan Oneil	on: 08-19-2023

Bonnie our sincere condolences hearing of Chuck''s passing. We will keep you and your family in our prayers,
from: Russ and Barbara Bullett	on: 08-18-2023

Sending our most sincere condolences to you and your family, Bonnie. May the peace of the Lord be with you during this difficult time.
from: Martha and Sandy	on: 08-18-2023

Bonnie and family, our sympathy on the loss of Chuck. He was a great guy, a friend and he will be missed. Keep the faith a;ways
from: Nancy & Bob Waltermire	on: 08-17-2023

Bonnie and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers are with you all. ?
from: Diane England	on: 08-17-2023

I was a secretary for Charles at General Electric/General Dynamics. Great guy and saddened by his passing. Condolences to the Family.
from: Judy Miner	on: 08-17-2023

Bonnie, My sincere condolences on the loss of your husband. I always enjoyed seeing him at the many North County Choir concerts over the years. Wishing you peace and strength in the days ahead.
from: Diane Simpson	on: 08-17-2023

Dear Bonnie, I was so sorry to hear and read about Chuck passing away. He certainly lived an inspiring life and was so involved with his bagpipe career. We always enjoyed chatting with you and Chuck as the WHS Class Reunions. Stay strong and keep your memories close. My Deepest Sympathy and Love, Caroline George Martel
from: Caroline	on: 08-17-2023

Bonnie so sorry to hear about your husband passing away. I send out my condolences to the whole family. Will keep him in pray.
from: wendy levesque	on: 08-17-2023

I’m so sorry Bonnie and family to hear of your loss~ my prayers are with you today and in the days ahead ~ May memories sustain you from your sorrow??
from: Cheryl Lefave	on: 08-17-2023

Chuck was a regular at the North Adams airport and worked with me often at my aircraft maintenance business. In addition to being a pilot, he was also a certified aircraft mechanic. I will miss Chuck’s frequent visits and long conversations in the hangar. He was a good friend and will never be forgotten. My condolences to Chucks family. God speed my friend..
from: Brian Doyle	on: 08-17-2023

Dear Bonnie , sincere condolences on the passing of your husband.
from: Linda Delisle	on: 08-17-2023

Chuck was a great guy who loved flying, music and local history. He was a good friend and I will miss him. My sincere condolences.
from: Carl Villanueva	on: 08-17-2023

RIP my friend, Brother and mentor. My deepest condolences to Bonnie and family.
from: Dan Bergeron	on: 08-17-2023

I’ve known Chuck for many years. He was a kind and caring person. He will be missed. My deepest sympathies for the family.
from: Judy Licht	on: 08-17-2023

I enjoyed Chuck’s friendship for the past 30 years at the North Adams Airport. I flew with him many times over the years. He was a good pilot and an even better friend. He will be missed by the entire community. My condolences to Bonnie and family. So sorry for your loss. Fly high Chuck. ??
from: Trevor Gilman	on: 08-16-2023

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