CHARLES "CHUCK" SARKISIAN

Charles “Chuck” Sarkisian June 25, 1946 - October 12, 2024 Charles “Chuck” Sarkisian, was called home on October 12, 2024. Chuck grew up in Billerica, Massachusetts where he graduated from Billerica High School in 1964, having played football and made life long friends. He proudly served in Vietnam as a Seabee in the United States Navy. After serving two tours of duty in the war, he moved to Miami where he met and made a home with his beloved wife, Patricia, with whom he happily shared his life for 53 years. Together they raised two successful children, Scott and Carrie, whom he cherished and adored. Chuck was most grateful for the gift of his three grandchildren, Miranda, Sophia, and Max; upon whom he bestowed the honor of being his favorites. Chuck spent his career as a dedicated salesman in the automotive industry. He dedicated over 40 years of his career to the Maroone and Autonation organizations. He decided to “retire” in Tallahassee, to be closer to his favorites and where he most recently worked as a fleet manager at Tallahassee Ford. Despite his many career accomplishments, Chuck was most proud of being “Chacha” to his grandchildren. Chuck enjoyed living in Monticello for over a decade, where he was a proud member of the Monticello and Tallahassee Northside Rotary Clubs, as well St. Margaret Catholic Church. Chuck enjoyed playing golf at the local country clubs, spending time with friends and family, and trying his best to add a smile to everyone’s day. His sunshine and contagious laughter will be missed by all, but not forgotten. Chuck was preceded in death by, his parents John and Elma Joyce Sarkisian, and his brother Warren Sarkisian. Chuck is survived by his wife, Patricia Sarkisian; children, Scott (Elena) Sarkisian and Carrie (Alex) Franz; and grandchildren — aka the favorites: Miranda Mcmullen, Sophia Sarkisian, Maxwell Sarkisian, and his bonus grandson Asher Franz. He leaves behind his sister, Zarie (Bud) Lorow, as well as many treasured cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends. A funeral mass celebrating his life and memory will be held on October 25, 2024 at 11am at St. Margaret Catholic Church, 1565 E Washington St, Monticello, FL 32344, followed by a lunch reception. He will then be laid to rest with full military honors, at 2pm at Tallahassee National Cemetery, 5015 Apalachee Pkwy, Tallahassee, FL 32311. All who knew and loved him are welcome to join. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that donations be made in his honor to the Monticello Rotary Club or the Jefferson County, FL, Humane Society. The family is being cared for by Jackie Fulford and James Sircy of Young Fulford Funeral Home and Crematory, Tallahassee, Florida. 850.610.4444