Mr. Charles "Chuck" Addison, Ret. UFD

Mr. Charles V. “Chuck” , “Huggy Bear” Addison, Retired Utica Fire Department Fire Marshall, age 69, passed away on Monday, November 7, 2016 at the Faxton-St. Luke’s Healthcare Center following a brief illness. At the time of his passing, his loving family was by his side and his son held his hand during his last breath. Born in Utica on December 16, 1946, Charles was the son of the late Charles L. and Helen (Pacilio) Addison. He was a graduate of Utica Free Academy. A proud veteran of the United States Air Force, Chuck honorably served his country during the Vietnam War, stationed in Binh Thuy Air Force Base in the Mekong Delta as a scout and K-9 handler. On April 27, 1968, Chuck married Susan Bono, the love of his life, with whom he shared 48 loving years. Their relationship was especially unique because it began at birth in the hospital where they were born and shared a room in the newborn nursery. On May 1, 1974, a brave and honorable man was appointed to the ranks of the Utica Fire Department and during his 25 years of service he held the positions of firefighter, paramedic, and more recently, Fire Marshall, retiring in 1994. He was heroic and courageous and made many lifelong friends on his watch. Charlie was deeply committed to his family and held a special love for them. His devotion to the needs of his children and grandchildren was unwavering. He was a good and loyal friend, fun-loving with a fantastic sense of humor. He was always the life of the party. Chuck was an amazing cook, and he especially enjoyed preparing meals for his family, friends, and fellow firefighters. He was an avid golfer, a sport he enjoyed with his friends and grandson, Zachary. He also valued the friends who became family over the 30 years at the family camp at White Lake where they shared beautiful memories, get-togethers, and cookouts, including the annual pig roasts. Chuck was a member of the White Lake Shores Association, the Eagles Club, former member of the Paesano Club and Engine 11 associated with the Utica Fire Department, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post #6001, and the American Legion Post #1376 in New Hartford. Charles is survived by his wife, Susan; his son and daughter-in-law, Steven and Lena Addison of Utica; his daughter, Lisa Addison-Wilson and her husband Mark Wilson of Oriskany; his grandchildren, Zachary, who knew Charles as Papa and with whom he shared a special bond that will never be broken. At the mention of the name “Zachary”, his eyes would light up and together they shared many loving times together; Douglas, who he believed in and rejoiced at his accomplishments; and Jessica with whom he shared a special love and paternal pride in seeing her mature into a fine young lady. He also leaves his in-laws, Barbara and Jim Snell of Camillus; Laurie and Joseph Siniscarco of Utica; and a host of many loving friends he considered family. He was predeceased by his sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Joseph Caro; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Joseph and Susan Bono. Visitation will be held Sunday from 4:00-7:00 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc. 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Flowers are graciously accepted. Charles’ funeral service and Celebration of Life will commence on Monday morning at 9:30 from the funeral home and at 10:30 at St. Mary of Mt. Carmel/Blessed Sacrament Parish where his Mass of Christian Burial will be offered by Rev. James Cesta with Military Honors conferred by the U.S. Air Force and honors from the Utica Fire Department. Entombment will take place in Christ Our Savior Mausoleum at Calvary Cemetery.

Mr. Charles "Chuck" Addison, Ret. UFD

December 16, 1946 - November 7, 2016