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Charles P. “Chuck” Vargo, 86

October 20, 2019

Charles P. “Chuck” Vargo, 86, resident of Mennonite Home, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2019. Born in New Kensington, PA he was the son of the late Charles and Margaret (Dudash) Vargo. He was the loving husband of Catherine L. “Sis” (Bowen) Vargo with whom he shared over 64 years of marriage.

He worked at Federal Mogul for over 30 years before retiring.

Chuck was an active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lancaster.

He loved Penn State football, Baltimore Orioles baseball and the former Baltimore Colts (until they shamefully left town in the middle of the night). Chuck enjoyed traveling and was an avid golfer and fisherman. He was a founding member of the Lancaster Golf Gang and the HiLo Golf Club in Baltimore.

Chuck was a very committed family man and enjoyed the companionship of his wife, Sis. Together they traveled to Ireland and all over the United States on Elderhostel excursions.

In addition to his wife Catherine, he is survived by his two daughters, Catherine Payne wife of Roger of Lancaster, Bridget Boyd of Hockessin, DE and his son, Christopher Vargo husband of Erica of Collegeville, PA. Also surviving are his four grandchildren, Norah, Liam, Wyatt, Leighton and his grand dogs, Buddy and Wendall.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11AM on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 119 S. Prince St, Lancaster, PA. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Lancaster. Family and friends will be received from 7-9PM on Friday, October 25, 2019 at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 414 E. King St, Lancaster, PA and again from 10-11AM at the church on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Chuck’s memory may be made to St. Mary’s Church at the above address or Hospice and Community Care, Lancaster PA.

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November 03, 2019

Chuck Vargo helped me in so many ways.
He was intrumental in my career as he helped me coach basketball. He was known as the ‘shot doctor’.
As we traveled to Donegal HS, we would discuss many issues.
I considered him as my adopted father.
Rest in peace my friend.
Dell Jackson

October 26, 2019

Dear Vargo Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Chuck was a dear friend to our family. My Mom Julie, had so many wonderful times with Chuck & Sis ! Thank you for all your years of friendship. May God bless over Chuck. Our prayers to all of you,especailly Sis.
With deepest sympathy & Peace,
Janet Bertolini Hearn & John Hearn & Family

October 24, 2019

Hi Kitty, Chris, Cassie, Bridget and families,
You all have my deepest sympathy for your loss. Looking at the memorial video brought back so many
Memories of such good times. Chuck was such a positive, fun person, wonderful husband and father,
And I will always remember him and your family with much love. Diane

October 23, 2019

Dearest Vargos,
There aren’t words to express how sorry we are for your loss. Throughout the years you have been family. There are so many memories of Chuck, Sis and Julie! Know that we are carrying you in our hearts and prayers.
With all our love and deepest sympathy,
The Bertolini Family

October 23, 2019

Sis, Christopher, Catherine, Bridget and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Chuck’s (your Dad’s)passing away. Our deepest sympathy to all of you, your spouses and children.
Sis, you, Chris and the girls are in our thoughts and prayers as this time of sorrow. George and We have very fond memoriesof Chuck as well as GJ and Chris at Penn Manor, and all of us cheering them on at Basketball Games. We are so sorry, we just drove down to our Florida home, and will be unable to visit with you. GJ will be attending the viewing on Friday evening, as well as for us, in our absence.
Hugs to all of you. Peace & Love,
💕Rosanna & George

October 23, 2019

Cathy,
So sorry to hear of your father’s passing. We are sending our thoughts. prayers and sympathy.
Henry and Twyla

Visitation: Friday, October 25, 2019; 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM; Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory; 414 East King Street; Lancaster, PA 17602
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Visitation: Saturday, October 26, 2019; 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM; St. Mary’s Catholic Church; 119 S. Prince St; Lancaster, PA
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Services: Saturday, October 26, 2019; 11:00 AM; St. Mary’s Catholic Church; 119 S. Prince St; Lancaster, PA
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