Death Notice

Charles F. Pero

November 05, 1934 - February 18, 2010

Charles F. Pero, a brief resident of Brighton, and former resident of Elbow Lake in West Branch, where he retired after his years at Detroit Edison, and Lincoln Park, passed away after a hard 3 month battle to regain his health on February 18th, 2010. He was 75 years old.

Charles was born in Detroit on November 5th, 1934 to Charles and Grace (Carr) Pero. He attended St. Henry's Catholic School in Lincoln Park, serving many years as an altar boy at the church, and would go on to graduate from Lincoln Park High School. He met Jennie, and they would marry and together raise their son, Michael.
In 1995, Charles retired as a linesman from Detroit Edison after many years with them. He was very active in the local union, and served as a Union Representative.
In 2004, Charles lost his beloved Jennie. He filled his life and time with his family, particularly his grandchildren, but greatly missed his life-long companion and wife of almost 50 years. If anyone was in need of his help, Charles was always there for them, though he would rarely ask help of others. He was very independent. Whether you knew him as Charles, Chuck or Charlie, he was a good and kindhearted man, though he was never one to be the center of attention, and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his son, Mike (Anna) Pero; grandchildren, Brad Pero, Jessica (Doug) Pero-Burr, Tony, Joanna & Ellen Pero; siblings, Donna Pero, Lucille Spade, Dorothy Bolla, Mary Ann LaForest, Bill Pero, Jim Pero, Charlene Pruitt, Elaine Pero, and Sr. Beth Pero; sister-in-law, Norine DiMelis and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends who join his family in mourning his passing and giving thanks to God for his life among them. Both Chuck and Jennie are again happy together.

A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 711 Rickett Rd., Brighton, on Monday, February 22nd, at 10:30AM with Fr. Mark Rutherford officiating. Cremation will follow. Friends may visit at Lynch & Sons Funeral Home, 600 E. Main St., Brighton, on Saturday 5-9PM and Sunday 2-9PM / Vigil & Rosary 3:40 PM. For further information please phone 810-229-2905.

Condolences:

Mike and all the Pero Family, We are very sorry for your loss and will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

David and Mary Picucci

Dear Mike and Ann and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. We loved Uncle Chuck very much!!! He gave us many great memories (including our Children @ the Cabin - "Up North"). He will always be with us. He was a very good man. Love, The DiMelis Family

Joe & Catalina DiMelis and Family

Dear Mike and Family, So sad to hear of your dad's death. Elbow Lake will never be the same for us without him there. Fuzzy called him the mayor because he gave so much of himself to that community. We always looked for him when we pulled in. He was always happy to help us out however he could. Though quiet and reserved he was a great presence there. We will miss him so but know he is so happy to be with his Jenny who was also such a wonderful neighbor and lovely person. He lives on in his wonderful family of which he was so proud.

Betty & Fuzzy Walker

Charlie will be missed by local 17 members. We'er all thankful for all he did for us.

Tim Larson

Hello Sr. Beth, I was sorry to read about your brother's death and am praying for you and your family. It was good that the obituary was in the Bay City times. We think of you often and hope all is well. It would be good to hear from you. Love, Nancy Ciesla

Nancy Ciesla

TO THE PERO FAMILY....CHARLIE WAS A GREAT GUY AND ALWAYS STOOD UP FOR THE MEN AT LOCAL # 17......DETROIT EDISON........IF THEY ONLY MADE MORE LIKE HIM .......HE WILL BE MISSED.......HE ALWAYS WALKED TALL AND WAS RESPECTED BY ALL....

JOHN MCNULTY

Charlie was a pleasure to work with and learn from. He will always have the undying respect of us "young guys". We will forever remember "Thrrree".

Art Holland, Jeff Koontz, Bill Carmody