July 6, 2014
Ghera, Charles J.
Charles Joseph Ghera III (Chip, CJ) of Somerville passed away suddenly on July 3rd at the age of 42. He was born on August 10, 1971. CJ was the loving son of Ralph and Jean ( Townsend) Ghera of Norwood MA. He was born and raised in Norwood and attended Norwood public schools and graduated from Blue Hills Regional High School.
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> In addition to his parents, Chip is survived by his loving sister Christine White and her husband Jeff of Norton; his niece Lindsey White and her fiancé Matthew Jacob of North Attleboro; his two nephews, Brian and Tyler White of Norton; his aunt Marie Foster of Westwood, and his aunt Madeline Scena of Florida; his uncle Charles Ghera, and his wife Diane, of Medway; and several cousins and friends.
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> CJ loved the city, especially Boston and all it had to offer; he loved hiking, rock climbing, riding his bike, fitness, running, and all his walks and runs for charity. He had a passion and love for the weather. Most of all he loved his friends and family. Chip had a big heart and will be missed and loved by everyone forever.
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> His services will be private. A memorial celebration of Chip’s life will be held in future.
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> In lieu of flowers we ask that you pay it forward ! Please perform a random act of kindness to a friend or stranger in need in Chips memory!
Comments(18)
Cj you will be missed and loved by alot of people. we will miss you. your family will be in my prayers.
To CJ’s Family,
My heart goes out to you at this time…
When I first heard, I was an emotional mess….Still kinda am….CJ was like a brother to me and a very dear friend……Will miss him dearly and always remember his kindness…Glad i had a chance to be part of his life and him in mines.
My sincerest condolences
Peace DiPiro
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. May you RIP Chip
Im so sorry for your loss! CJ was an amazing person and while I only was close with him for a short while, he was so sweet! May you find peace in your memories of him.
I went to high school with Chip and got to know him. He was a clown then. I was in band with him. I remember him as always being funny and full of life. He will be missed. I wish you and your family the best in this time of sadness. Remember the good things and the laughter and smiles he always brought to everyone he touched or came into contact with.
RIP Chip. I enjoyed watching you grow with my children. You boys were great kids. My condolences to my Cousin Ralph and Jean. And to Christine and Chips family. My prayers are with you always.
Rest in peace my friend miss you on the softball fields.
My thoughts are with CJ. He always had the brightest smile in the room and his generous spirit and heart have forever left their mark on a lot of lives.
My heart is broken for you all. I remember the day that Jeanie found out she was pregnant with Chip. We all grew up together on Elliot St for 28 years. I have so many good memories of those days………..Love to you all, Maria
The softball fields aren’t the same without you. Hope you’re in heaven teaching them how to play.
Can’t stop crying for CJ. Knew him for such a short time, but his warm and friendly soul made me feel like he was always a part of this world. Prayers and healing thoughts to CJ’s family and friends. He left a mark in this life that made a difference.
CJ, you are my hero for your openness and your freedom from bitterness, my love goes with you
My thoughts and prayers go out to CJ’s family at this time of sorrow. I knew CJ since I started with the BSL and my life was impacted forever. He was always friendly. I will never forget the times we shared on and off the field. I write this with tears in my eyes. You will missed my friend. May you soar like the wind to the heavens and may the lord be there with open arms. It’s time to “Play Ball” with the other angels. R.I.P
Sorry for your loss; I know God will give your family peace
I am so sorry to hear of CJ’s passing – he will be missed.
His struggle was a difficult, personal one. He and his family are not alone!
God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.
I will always remember the proud and loving uncle Chip was always visiting his niece and nephews when we there neighbors. My heart is heavy and sad with this news, Jean and Ralph, Chris and Jeff, Lindsay, Brian and Tyler, I extend my love to you all.
In Loving Memory of CJ
Though its hard tobunderstand realuzw why CJ keft us so soon, as he was a kind and generous person, his life on this earth, like all is temporary and he completed his tempoary life.
He now enjoys his reward of eternal life in heaven where there is no pain, suffering, famine or war. A place called heaven where he has now been granted eternal rest.
A LIMB HAS FALLEN FROM “TREE OF LIFE.”
A limb has fallen from the tree of life.
We are hearing a voice that says, “Grieve not for me. Though my time on earth was short indeed, always remember the laughter,the song and all the good times we shared.
On earth he was a loving, caring and nurturing man. He lived strong to help so many carry on.
Please wipe away tears with undue grief and continue my heritage as I’m counting on you.
Memories of me will keep you smiling knowing Im in heaven above and the sun will always shine through.
My mind is now at ease, my soul is gently at rest, Im one with God, how I truly was blessed.
Continue traditions,holidays and more, no matter how big or how small.
Please go on with your life, don’t worry about falls. As I miss you all dearly, the branches of life will fall so keep on with your life until the day comes when we are in paradise in the end.
RIP….
In loving memory of CJ Ghera.
Born
August 10, 1971
Entered eternal life
July 3,2014
May your soul through the mercies of Christ rest in peace forever. Amen.
To CJ’s friends, family and all those whose life he touched,
We are so sorry to hear of CJ’s passing. From the moment we met CJ, his light shone through and we knew we were in the presence of an amazing human being. Our deepest condolences.