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Charles David Kenwright died unexpectedly Sunday, May 26, 2013, during his sleep at home in Mississauga. He is predeceased by his father Bob, and survived by his mother Margaret, sister Lee, brother-in-law Cory, nephews Evan and Kyle, and his love, Ana.  Aunts, uncles and cousins of the Covey, Cartwright, Baldwin and Strongman families also mourn his loss.

Growing up in Mississauga, Charles enjoyed playing hockey, football and rugby and he loved watersports during the summer months in Muskoka.  Close to his heart was the family cottage on Clear Lake, which he referred to as "home," no matter where he lived and worked, including St. Catharines, Pittsburgh and Mississauga.  He was passionate about his work at BMO Financial Group Customer Contact Centre.

At a private family gathering at Riverside/Sanctuary Park Cemetery in Etobicoke, Charles will be laid to rest together with his father Bob and close to his grandparents, Rhoda (Strongman) and Bill Kenwright. 

In memory of Charles, the kind gift of messages to him and about him on this Tribute website are treasured. We would be honored if any charitable donations could be directed to foundations of your choice.
   

August 21, 2022
August 21, 2022
Chuck…

Losing you, my sweet dear friend was one of the hardest things I have ever had to deal with. I never got over losing my dad, and I will also never get over losing you.

I remember everything … you are the sweetest gentle giant I have ever befriended. My wife and I speak about our experience with you regularly. Seeing you happy in Clear Lake was one of the highlights of my life.

You were extremely kind to me when you had no direct benefit, you motivated me, you encouraged me and was an inspiration that I worked really hard to match.

My heart breaks for your family and I truly hope Margaret, Lee and the kids are doing well. I pray god we meet again in the after life and just laugh and joke about how inexperienced I was, and how you calmly guided me around.

I love you forever, brother. Rest In Peace.
April 18, 2022
April 18, 2022
Charlie, Lee and I feel your presence in our hearts. We laugh when birds in pairs (you and your dad?) fly near us making comments about what we're up to. We interpret the visits as reminding us we're not properly preparing that surface to paint; or we should try one more time and the motor will start; or we find just the right tool at just the right time. You're with us and always will be.
May 28, 2017
May 28, 2017
Margaret..remembering Charles and Bob this weekend. Hugs and love to a special mom and wife. Love, Cathy & Bob
April 18, 2017
April 18, 2017
Charles, I'm thinking of your twinkling eyes and great smile. I found your spontaneity refreshing; often hilarious. You did and said some of the most surprising things. Most of them went over fine. Your positive attitude through difficult times was admirable. I'm proud to have been your mom.
September 22, 2016
September 22, 2016
Another day brings you to mind. Today would have been your Poppa Covey's 100th birthday! Never mind being the biggest fan of his own kids (Cathy, Bruce, Dan and me), Dad was crazy-proud of his grandchildren -- those who arrived before his passing in 1981..you and your cousins Ted and Eleanor, and your sister, Lee. He didn't get a chance to meet Tim or Thomas, nor his great-grandchildren Katy, Julia, Clark, Evan and Kyle. He would have beamed all over for them, too. Charlie, if you see him around Heaven today, please give him a big hug for the rest of us.
May 26, 2016
May 26, 2016
Remembering fondly goofy memories of Charlie when we were kids. Big hugs to Lee and Auntie Marg.
May 6, 2016
May 6, 2016
Lee, I had no idea your brother had died. Today I was thinking about you and your family and the fun we use to have at the cottage and I looked up your brother and to my shock I saw this tribute. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. I think of you and your family a lot, and knowing this, comes with the same sadness of losing a dear friend. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Love Ariella
February 23, 2016
February 23, 2016
I ran into a former colleague of ours in St. Catharines and your name came up; this led me to search you and I'm shocked to learn about your passing Chuckie. To the family, please accept my deepest sympathy. Chuck was a great person all around. Rest in Peace Chuckie.
May 26, 2015
May 26, 2015
Hugs to Auntie Marg and Lee today and always. We will always remember Charlie.
May 25, 2015
May 25, 2015
Thinking of Margaret and Lee with love. I know that you miss Charlie everyday.

Cousin Sue
April 18, 2015
April 18, 2015
Your family will celebrate your day, Charles, as we share your favorite meal - steak, Caesar salad, lemon meringue pie. Hope the pie is as good as you made them.
March 12, 2015
March 12, 2015
Charles, almost two years later I think of you every day with tenderness. Any young man I meet who is about your age, brings you to my mind with all the good memories of my life with you.
November 11, 2014
November 11, 2014
Charles, I still think of you everyday and I will never forget your smile and hilarious laugh. Love you brother !!! Till we met again..
May 26, 2014
May 26, 2014
Thinking of you and your family today, Margaret. Best wishes, Carol
May 26, 2014
May 26, 2014
Charlie will always be remembered in our hearts.
All our Love
Auntie Heather and Uncle Dennis
May 22, 2014
May 22, 2014
It is almost a year since Charlie passed away, My thoughts and my heart are with Margaret and Lee.

Love,

Sue (Ryder)
June 5, 2013
June 5, 2013
Dear Margaret,

Mavis and I are very sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathy.

Frank and Mavis
June 4, 2013
June 4, 2013
Dear Margaret, Lee and families,
Words fail in the cruelest of times. Please know that our thoughts and love are with you and that we wish you the strength and courage you need in dealing with your loss. Charlie had an infectious grin and a spark of mischief right from the beginning, and he will be remembered with tenderness by all who knew him. Kathryn, Lienne Hugh
N R
June 4, 2013
June 4, 2013
Margaret, Lee, Ana, and the Covey family:
Deepest sympathies for all of you at this time of tragedy and family loss.
Nancy Ryder
June 2, 2013
June 2, 2013
Margaret & Lee,
We were all so so sorry to hear about your sudden loss. Charlie & Bob are together now & watching out for one another. If there is anything at all we can help you with at the lake we hope you will let us know. 
Randy, Ginny, Matt, Livia, Egon & Ursula Held.
June 2, 2013
June 2, 2013
Margaret and family.....it's hard to find words to express the depth of my sympathy for your loss. As a mother with a son the same age, I share in your sadness and disbelief that Charlie is truly gone especially at such a young age. The only greater sadness would be never having had him in your life at all. Try to remember the joy in loving both Charlie and Bob.
June 2, 2013
June 2, 2013
Margaret and family,
Our thoughts are with you every day during this sad time. May you find strength through family and friends in the coming weeks. We are there for you.
Love,
Cathy & Bob
June 1, 2013
June 1, 2013
Margaret and Lee, I am deeply saddened by the loss of your wonderful son and brother. I know he will be missed by family and many friends. 

Lynn Hillier
May 31, 2013
May 31, 2013
Charles, you were such a good and kind person
to all you met and passionate about the things
you believed in.
And such a cut-up with your rapier wit .
You are and will continue to be missed.
May 31, 2013
May 31, 2013
Dear Margaret:
We are so deeply saddened by Charlie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love Cheryl and Bob
May 30, 2013
May 30, 2013
Dear Margaret.  Janice and I are so very saddened by your sudden loss.
Please accept our sincerest sympathy. You and Lee and all your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
May 30, 2013
May 30, 2013
Margaret and Lee, I am so shocked and sadden by Charlie's passing. Our thoughts are with you, Ruth, Ted and Connor
May 30, 2013
May 30, 2013
Marg & Lee,
Bryce and I have found it hard to find the words to say. We are so sadden and sorry about Charlie's passing. We will remember him at the cottage and his love of tennis. He is in a happy place with Bob and hope you take some comfort in that. Thinking of you all. Love Tara & Bryce Carruthers
May 30, 2013
May 30, 2013
Margaret & Lee,
Fond memories of summers @ Clear Lake. It was difficult for Charlie to survive with those four girls looking after him.
I know he is at Peace and Bob is looking after him.
All our Love Uncle Dennis and Auntie Heather.
May 30, 2013
May 30, 2013
Dear Lee, Ana, & Margaret,

I am Sue's daughter and I live with my family in Moncton. There are no words to express how sorry I am to hear about Charles. It is unfathomable that his life ended far too soon. Please remember that you are in the hearts of those far away. xoxo
May 30, 2013
May 30, 2013
Dear Margaret,
To you and your daughter, Lee, and to Ana as well, my sincere condolences. It is shocking to suddenly lose a loved one, and so young. The pictures of Charles, as child and adult, are charming. May your happy memories bring you comfort. With all kind wishes, from Carol
May 30, 2013
May 30, 2013
Marg and Lee, words cannot express how saddened Jason and I are to hear of Charlie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this very difficult time.
May 30, 2013
May 30, 2013
I am so very sorry to hear about your son. My heart goes out to you at this very sad time.
May 29, 2013
May 29, 2013
For Charles - his kindness and humour, his fondness of family and special warmth to aunts, uncles and cousins - and the way he would chuckle. He will have a place in our hearts forever - love, Uncle Bruce (Covey) & JoJo XO
May 29, 2013
May 29, 2013
Our sincere condolences go out to you Margaret and family on the passing of your son Charles.
Linda and Andy Lovasi
May 29, 2013
May 29, 2013
Our heartfelt and sincerest condolences to you Margaret and your family on the passing of your beloved son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michelle and Frank Basta
May 29, 2013
May 29, 2013
I feel you are at peace and that you and your Dad are watching over us and loving us as always.
Forever, Mom
May 29, 2013
May 29, 2013
Margaret, my heart aches for you and Lee. I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Charlie. With love,
Cousin Sue
May 29, 2013
May 29, 2013
We are saddened to hear of the sudden loss of your son Charles. Wishing you peace at this time of sorrow.
Bret, Renee & family
May 29, 2013
May 29, 2013
Marg, our hearts go out to you and Lee as you struggle with the overwhelming sadness of Charlie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We will always have wonderful memories of Charlie at the cottage, whizzing around the lake, in a boat, on skis, or any other exciting mode of transportation
May 29, 2013
May 29, 2013
Marg, my heart goes out to yourself, Lee, Ana and everyone else in Charlie's life. I am so saddened to hear of this news. Charlie was a great guy and a great friend. I have a lot of great memories of him when we were kid's. We were always trying to see who could throw up the biggest spray on the water ski. My thoughts are with you.
May 29, 2013
May 29, 2013
Dear Marg,
Michael and I are so terribly saddened to learn of the tragedy of Charlie’s passing. It is beyond reason... that a fine young man should not grow old and that you and your family should have to endure so much sadness. Please know that you and Lee are in our thoughts and prayers. With our love and support, Janie & Michael
May 29, 2013
May 29, 2013
Charles was an amazing person, a great friend and cared so much about the people in his life. He will always be remembered. My thoughts are with Margaret and family.

Courtney
May 29, 2013
May 29, 2013
Auntie Marg and Lee,

You are in our thoughts and prayers. Charlie will be missed greatly. Growing he up was like the little brother I never had. I have many fond memories of him. My heart goes out to you both. It is very comforting to know he'll he buried with his Dad who he loved and cherished.
May 29, 2013
May 29, 2013
Deepest condolences. Charles, and amazing person, and great friend. Xoxo
May 29, 2013
May 29, 2013
It was lovely getting to know Charlie again as an adult and sharing BMO war stories. May he find peace and comfort being back with Uncle Bob.
May 29, 2013
May 29, 2013
"For life and death are one, even as the river and the sea are one." Kahlil Gibran.

Love always, Charles... Aunt Cathy
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August 21, 2022
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Chuck…

Losing you, my sweet dear friend was one of the hardest things I have ever had to deal with. I never got over losing my dad, and I will also never get over losing you.

I remember everything … you are the sweetest gentle giant I have ever befriended. My wife and I speak about our experience with you regularly. Seeing you happy in Clear Lake was one of the highlights of my life.

You were extremely kind to me when you had no direct benefit, you motivated me, you encouraged me and was an inspiration that I worked really hard to match.

My heart breaks for your family and I truly hope Margaret, Lee and the kids are doing well. I pray god we meet again in the after life and just laugh and joke about how inexperienced I was, and how you calmly guided me around.

I love you forever, brother. Rest In Peace.
April 18, 2022
April 18, 2022
Charlie, Lee and I feel your presence in our hearts. We laugh when birds in pairs (you and your dad?) fly near us making comments about what we're up to. We interpret the visits as reminding us we're not properly preparing that surface to paint; or we should try one more time and the motor will start; or we find just the right tool at just the right time. You're with us and always will be.
May 28, 2017
May 28, 2017
Margaret..remembering Charles and Bob this weekend. Hugs and love to a special mom and wife. Love, Cathy & Bob
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Gilligan 2000-2017

March 3, 2017

Charlie, are you happy to have Gilligan back? Perhaps now and forever more he will be the energetic, fully-furred, playful cat he used to be! And maybe he's hunting chipmunks and mice to his heart's content...an outdoor cat once more, just as he was getting used to the condo. What a great cat, friendly and affectionate. He was adaptable and content - from first arriving at your place in St. Catharines, through his adventures at Jeff's (so kind of him to look after Gilligan when you first moved to Pittsburg) - then Gilligan's own transfer to Steeltown to be with you and then his return home with you and moving to Muskoka with us as our foster cat until you were in a place that accepted pets. Lo and behold that was actually happening, but suddenly I found myself Gilligan's care giver when you had to leave us. I did have a good time looking after him for you but I'm glad now that he has found the best home ever, and you have him with you again.  

Mother's Day 2016

May 8, 2016

Charles, All of a sudden it's been almost three years without you in our lives. I am thankful for the short time we had even though sometimes those ups and downs wore thin on both of us. You missed out on a long life that would surely have resulted in your accomplishing more good things, being a thoughtful brother, uncle and friend, helping others along the way. You loved having fun and your enthusiasm was infectious, even if sometimes crazy to us as parents.
Many of our friends and family open their hearts to me and I know that through your loss they experience again their great sorrow, also having lost loved ones. I grieve along with each one of them for their child, their parent, their sibling, their husband or wife. I find that they all help me to see that others can flourish and that I appreciate my family, good health, and any given years ahead.
Keep watching over us with your dad. I believe you now know all that the rest of us strive to know, and that someday we will be together again. 

In Our Thoughts

April 19, 2014

Charlie, I remember babysitting for you and Lee when your parents were on vacation. You were in about grade 3 or 4 and a bit of a handful. Typical energetic boy - such zest for everything. One morning you forgot to take your skates to school with you, even though I'd kept reminding you, and sure enough about 9:30 am the school called. I rushed out, coat over my pajamas, and you were totally embarrassed when I showed up at your school like that (skates in hand). I recall I said, "Serves you right". That same night I think we watched a Patsy Cline movie together, (my choice, starring Jessica Lange), and we cried together. You said, "Oh Aunt Cathy, what a singer". A wise old soul ... miss you....    

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