Debbie & Brandon, 
We are so so sorry to hear about Chuck.  He was calm even when things got rough.  Our friendship goes back to Cub Scouts at St. Clare - wonderful fun times and memories.  And on thru to Boy Scouts at Troop 155, when Chuck, Alice Walsh and I  went on the first overnight camp trip out at Depuis - total wilderness - we all agreed this was the troop for our boys!  We spend lots of time over the years with Scouting activities.  Always enjoyed being in his company & yours!  We'll miss him!

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,
Love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you.  
Love,
Cathy, Terry, Chris & Kyle Breese

Dear Brandon and Deb,
So very sorry for your loss.  I met Chuck about 6 years ago to be the CPA for our Condo and became fast friends.  WE both love the sea and boating and that led to our friendship and work.  He was a wonderful sailor and we used to talk about just that and our love of the ocean.  He will be deeply missed.  My prayers and support go out to you all and may God keep you in the palm of His hand at this time.  

Capt Bethany Clark

I was so sad to hear about Chuck's passing.  My heart goes out to his family, loved ones, and anyone fortunate enough to have known him.  

No matter how chaotic or stressful life could be, Chuck was always calm, always generous, always good humored, always kind. He was a quiet voice of reason and a steadfast friend.

It was my privilege to have known him. He will be missed.

So sorry for your loss. I had the fortune to know Chuck in the seventies and again recently when he became involved with the Sea Scouts. He always had a positive attitude about the things he loved.
He will be missed!

Debbie & Brandon--
Crushing loss!!  We are all thinking of you right now.  We will all miss Chuck so much.  All of us will be here to help you any way we can through this.  Love you guys.   Andy & Mary

Debbie and Brandon,  I am so sorry for your loss.  I haven't seen Chuck for a lot of years but I when I saw the photo of him that Toni posted, it's like he has never changed.  What a kind, gentle person I remember.  May God hold him forever in his arms and may God grant you both and other loved ones great comfort.

With love,
Brenda

My dear Deb and Brandon,
Uncle Chuck ( godfather) to Lexi, will be sorely missed by so many.
No matter what the question or the help that I asked for... Chuck was always there.
I am so grateful he was at Lexi Graduation from College last year.
It meant the world to her. He was always there to listen, with his soft gentle way..
It was my Mom who introduced Chuck to Deb.. and what a great choice that was.
To me Chuck.. you were always the Captain I felt safe to be with whether in air or sea.  
Sail on , my friend... . No more storms ahead .. let the wind engulf your sails..and guide you home..
Love,
“Tone”

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Charles W. Cairnes Jr.

December 4, 1943 – May 9, 2020

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