Charles Fairhart (Chuck) Obituary
Edmonton, Alberta - It is with profound sadness that the siblings of Charles (Chuck) Fairhart announce his passing on April 14, 2025, after a battle with MSA - Multiple Systems Atrophy. He faced his challenges with grace and dignity, and always with the sense of humour he was known for. His many wonderful friends in Edmonton did much to make the last couple of years of his life as easy as possible and for this, his family will be forever grateful.
Born in Oshawa, Ontario, Charles moved west to Edmonton, Alberta in the early 80's eventually settling on a lengthy career with Canada Post. As a "Postie" Charles got to know many of the customers on his various routes and was considered a friend by many. He was able to get through his career with only one dog bite to his butt and we can only assume the dog suffered more than Chuck did.
He had a life-long love affair with butter tarts and always made a point of telling everyone at a family celebration that he had licked each and every one so as to have them all to himself. His sisters made a point of ensuring he had a regular supply at family gatherings over the years. The licking joke continued.
Charles was a fun loving, kind and caring man whose sense of humour made those around him laugh, even at the most inopportune times. While caring for his elderly father, first in the family home back in Oshawa and then at Hillsdale Manor, Chuck became a regular fixture at Hillsdale especially on Pub Day. Occasionally staff and residents mistook him for his dad.
He will always be remembered by Barry, Dean, Susan, Jim and Jeff in Edmonton, and Lorraine, Karen, Chris, and Jim in Oshawa.
Charles is survived by sister, Patti (Peter) of Cochrane, AB; brother, Mike (Linda) of Invermere, BC; sister, Mary (Don) of Banff, AB; sister, Jane (Dave) of Invermere, BC; nieces, Jessica (Ian), Lindsey (Josh), Lauren (Adam), Sarah (Luke); nephews, Brent (Candice), Jamie, Patrick (Kelley), Mack (Jasmine); great-nieces, Nora, Jayla, Aria, Brea, Kyla, Evelyn, and Charlotte; great-nephews, Milo, Gabriel, Alex and Bennett; along with several cousins and other dear relatives.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Mike and Marion Fairhart; his infant sister, Sheila; and his cat BJ.
If you are so inclined, please consider raising a butter tart in Charles' memory and/or making a donation to: Defeat MSA Canada or the Alzheimer Society of Canada or the CNIB.
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