Charles G. "Charlie' Bohigian Sr

Charles G. "Charlie" Bohigian Sr.76, formerly of Shrewsbury, and Fort Pierce, Florida, died on Monday February 17, 2014 at home surrounded by his loving family. His wife of 51 years, Roma E. "Sis"(Campaniello) Bohigian died April 30, 2012. Charlie is survived by his devoted children; sons Charles F. "Chuck" Bohigian of Worcester, John C. Bohigian and his wife Paula of Templeton, his daughter Gina Massad and her husband Philip of Charlton. Charlie was the doting grandfather to Philip, Justin, Sarah,James, Cassandra, Patrick and John Jr.and great grandson Trenton Rome.Charles also leaves his sister Dorothy Motian of Hardwick MA. and many nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by a son Charles Jr. and a daughter Roma " Beth" Fitzgibbons. Charlie was born in Worcester son of the late George and Emma (Cialone) Bohigian and lived in Shrewsbury most of his life before moving to Florida in 2005. He recently moved back to Charlton to live with Gina. He was a graduate of North High School. Charles served his Country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. . After the Service, Charlie worked as a Chef at the Broadway Restaurant in Worcester. He and "Sis" owned and operated the Chuck Wagon Catering Company for 38 years. They worked alongside each other for years and established many friendships throughout the area before they retired. It was one of the largest catering companies in the Worcester area at that time. Charlie was a true Gentleman who liked to paint, read, work in his garden and smoke his cigars. In his later years he enjoyed golfing. However his most treasured times were those spent with his wife, children, grandchildren and many friends. He will be sadly missed. Funeral services for Charles will be held on Friday at 11:30AM in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL 370 Plantation St. Calling hours with the family will be held on Thursday February 20, from 4:00PM to 7:00PM in the funeral home. Interment with his wife will be in St. Johns Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society 30 Speen St. Framingham, MA. 01701.To leave a message of condolence or share a special moment of Charlie with the family please visit his memorial site at. Mercadantefuneral.com