He was born April 12, 1953, in Akron, Ohio, to parents Frank and Irmagard Pauline (Barthold) Dawson. Chuck was raised in Akron, and retired from First Energy as a substation electrician inspector. He was affectionately known as "Big Daddy" at work. In his younger years, Chuck enjoyed fishing and riding motorcycles. After retirement he purchased an RV and planned on traveling across America.
Chuck is survived by his beloved wife Paulette (Tracinski) Smith Dawson, sons: Jonathan (Desiree) Dawson and Douglas (Kerri) Dawson, as well as his granddaughter Terra.
He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Frankie, Danny, and Susie.
Friends and family will be received Saturday, July 14, 2018, from 4:00 – 6:00 PM at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com.
