Felix Charlier

Brother Charlier was initiated into Local 98 on June 9th, 1955 and retired on August 1st, 1988. Brother Charlier became a life member on June 9th, 2005 and was a 66 year member.

Member Name: Felix Charlier
Passed away: 10/17/2021
Funeral Details:

Felix A. Charlier

May 2, 1936 – October 17, 2021

Felix Arthur Charlier, (85) passed away peacefully in his sleep on October 17, 2021, at his home in Avon Park, Florida. He was the widower of Madonna Jeanne Charlier. They shared 52 years of marriage together.

Born in Pontiac, Michigan, he was the son of Felix and Georgina Charlier. He attended Shrine High School and University of Detroit. Felix was a Master Plumber and Pipefitter / Welder with Detroit Plumbers Local Union # 98 where he recently received his 65-year pin. He also worked as the Plumbing and Mechanical Inspector of the City of Birmingham until his retirement.

Felix enjoyed golf, boating, and reading and will be remembered for his charm, strength of character and sense of humor.

He is survived by his four daughters: Michele (Mark) Pageau, Lauri (Steve Cooper) Despard, Monique (Art) Zentgraf, and Nanette (Kevin) Casida; grandchildren Brian (Anne) Pageau, Kate (Tim) Boonstra, Shane (Natalie) Pageau, Jamie (Paige) Despard, Daniel Despard, Thomas Despard, Mandy Charlier, Benjamin Melema, Joshua Zentgraf, Ryan (Stephanie) Casida, Madison (Colin) Gerish, Lauren (Jason) King, Savanna Casida, Jackson Casida; and nine great grandchildren.

Per his wishes, there will be no visitation nor funeral, however there will be a memorial service to celebrate his life. This will be held on Saturday, November 20 at 1:00 PM at the Coventry Clubhouse, 1990 Torquay Ave., Royal Oak, Michigan, 48073.

Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Mountain Children’s Ministry (MCM) supporting vulnerable children in Uganda.

Address:  MCM – 1609 Jerome St, Holland, MI 49423.


Remarks:

Brother Charlier was initiated into Local 98 on June 9th, 1955 and retired on August 1st, 1988. Brother Charlier became a life member on June 9th, 2005 and was a 66 year member.