Charles Frederick Kirchner's Obituary
Charles Kirchner, 86, of Palm Harbor, FL passed away on July 2, 2023, surrounded by family.
He was born to parents Charles and Emma Kirchner on March 24, 1937 in Brooklyn, NY.
He married the love of his life, Gerry, on August 31, 1958.
Upon moving to Florida, he began his career with the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office and retired as a lieutenant.
Charles is survived by his wife Gerry, daughters Chris Kirchner and Laurie Cardoza (Jim), granddaughters Katie Schoenberg and Brittany Papendorf (Ryan), grandson Alex Cardoza and great granddaughter Anna Papendorf.
Charles was predeceased by parents Charles and Emma Kirchner, brother Albert Kirchner, daughter Karen Pratt, and granddaughter Zoe Cardoza.
Charles enjoyed playing golf with his grandson and friends. Most of all he enjoyed his role as husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. His family meant the world to him.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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