Henry Hank Charache

Of Barker, passed away September 6, 2017. Son of the late Herman and Deborah Charache. Beloved husband of the late Elaine M. Charache. Cherished father of Greg (Michele), Darryl (Stephanie) Charache. Loving grandfather of Elizabeth, Nicole, Christian, Lucas, Jacob, Samuel, and Catrina. He is also survived by four children from a previous marriage Harry, Richard, Vicky, and Henry Charache Jr. Survived by his brother Samuel Charache, sister-in-law Betsy Neuman, and brother-in-law Robert (Bonnie) Neuman. Also survived by his niece, Barbara Coleman, several special cousins, and several great-grandchildren.

Henry served in the Army during the Korean War. He was a member of the Middleport Fire Department, the Middleport Fireman's Exempt Organization, and a lifelong member of the Middleport Cataract Lodge 295. Henry enjoyed spending time in his garden, collecting stamps, and was always willing to tell a great story. He was employed at FMC corporation for 37 years. The family will be present on Sunday from 2:00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00 PM at the Bates Wallace and Heath Funeral Home, 38 State Street, Middleport, NY 14105. A funeral service will held at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 10213 Roosevelt Hwy, Lyndonville, on Monday at 11:00 AM, please assemble at church. Internment will follow at Lynhaven Cemetery. If desired memorials may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church. Please share condolences at www.bateswallace.com.