Charles Patrick Daly
June 7, 1935 to July 25, 2024
Obituary
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Charles Patrick Daly of St. John’s has left this world, at his home with his family at his side, aged 89,on July 25th, 2024.
Charlie was of a caring, impassioned, light-hearted and genuine nature, he was a friend to all, never judgemental, thoroughly enjoyed gatherings of friends and family, a world traveller, news junkie, consummate host, sportsman and ultimate family man. He saw the good in everyone, was a gentleman, celebrated life’s gifts and took setbacks in stride. His oft reply to the greeting, “How are you today Charlie?” was… “Great, now that you’re here!” He wasn’t perfect but he wasn’t far from it. He married Diane Dunne in 1961, the family blossomed to four children, a ‘dream’ son in-law and ‘dream’ daughter in-law and five grandsons.
Family was always Charlie’s priority. The ‘patriarch’ loved his family, and he was dearly loved by all of us. As long as we were all healthy and happy he was perfectly content. He looked forward to, and enjoyed every family gathering, right to his last week. He had close, personal relationships with his children, their spouses and his five grandsons, enthusiastically following their achievements and successes with encouragement and joyful pride. ‘Chuck and Di’ were the ultimate support network for the whole clan. There are so many good memories. At the end, as always, he was gracious and extremely thankful for his many blessings. He did his job well and led by example in hard work and ethical standards. His legacy is profound, we know it, are grateful and will never forget.
A St. Bon’s alumni and graduate of Dalhousie School of Dentistry in 1962, Charlie went on to practice Dentistry for over forty years. He loved his work and the social interaction. His altruistic nature flowed down to his patients, as he often provided care pro bono. Charlie was a distinguished professional: Fellow of the American College of Dentists; Chairman of the Board (1984-1988) and Registrar (1988-1998) for the Newfoundland Dental Association; Award of Merit, Canadian Dental Association; Distinguished Service Award and Lifetime Member, Newfoundland Dental Association; Outstanding Aluminus, Dalhousie University; and cited by the Pierre Fauchard Academy for Contributions to the Art of Dentistry.
Leaving to celebrate his life: the indefatigable Diane; children – Lisa (Craig Dobbin), Chris (Nancy), Heather and Sara; the five grandsons – Zachary Dobbin (Rachel), Jake Dobbin, Conor, Owen and Declan Daly; Diane’s siblings – Andrea and Roger, and her in-laws, Ruth Dunne, Mike Power, and Jeanette Dunne, as well as many, many nieces, nephews and dear friends.
With treasured memories to the loved ones that passed before him: his parents, Charlie and Kathleen Daly; parents’ in law, Alonzo and Mary Dunne; brothers’ in law, Jim, Blaise, Peter Dunne and Ray Manning; sisters in law, Jane Power and Lona Dunne Warren; and so many loving and loyal friends.
Our family extends heartfelt appreciation for all the kindness, compassion and support given to Charlie by his care providers: Dr. Stephen Major; Dr. Cliona McManamon; Dr. Marie O’Dea; Nurses Melanie, Suzanne, and Amanda; all of the Paramedics who assisted, especially Casey and Leslie; and Olivia, who was with us when Charlie passed away.
Most important in Charlie’s life was his wife, Diane. She was the apple of his eye, the love of his life, and his reason for being. It was a love affair that he carried to the very end.
Please join us to celebrate Charlie’s extraordinary life and legacy:
Wake at Carnell’s Funeral Home: Monday, July 29th, 2-4pm and 7-9pm
Service at Carnell’s Chapel: Tuesday, July 30th at 11am
In keeping with Charlie’s altruistic nature, donations accepted with gratitude to:
• Community Food Sharing Association
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on July 29, 2024
7-9 p.m. on July 29, 2024
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Tuesday July 30th
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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Sincere condolences to Dianne and family on the passing of Charlie RIP. . Laura/Ciaran.
My sincerest condolences to all the Daly family on the loss of your dear father and husband . My thoughts are with you all .
Heather Hickman
So sorry to learn of Charlies passing. Both he and Diane were wonderful neighbours when we lived on Elizabeth Avenue. He was our four children’s dentist and they thought the world of him. May his kind and gentle soul rests in eternal peace.
Cathy & Kevin Breen
Dianne and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you all. Warmly, Kim Hickman
Diane and family
Deepest sympathy to you and family on Charlie’s passing.
Charlie’s love for you and family was always first for him.
His cherished memories will always be with you and will help you through this difficult time.
Take care
Bill Murphy
So sorry to hear about the passing of Charlie, a beautiful man, always with a smile and always concerned about how you and everyone you knew were doing! My deepest sympathy to Diane, Lisa and family..
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and many friends of Dr. Daly. He was our neighbour and our dentist – and he was great in both capacities. Always smiling, always standing tall, Dr. Daly was a constantly comforting presence on Elizabeth Avenue. Family, friends and faith will see all through this sad time and bring focus on a life so well lived. God bless Dr. Daly!
So sorry to read that Charlie has passed .
He was a wonderful , caring and gentle person .
Condolences from Bill and Gerri Sinnott
Diane and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I have fond memories of Charlie – he always had a great story and was such a gentleman.
Penny Power
To the Daly family
Charlie and Diane have been dear friends of our family for 60+ years. I have many memories of the 6 Gillespie kids visiting Dr Daly as our dentist and in later years at many social events with my parents as they were in their close circle of dear friends.
I am so sorry for your loss and hope that happy memories will bring comfort in the days ahead.
I knew Charlie through his dedicated dental services to the children of the province at the Janeway Hospital where he was on staff from 1967-1982 and Chief of Dentistry in 1976-1977.
I enjoyed meeting him either casually in the hallways or occasionally about a mutual patient. He was kind, helpful, friendly and uplifting.
Through the years, our bonds extended through his and our children.
Our sincere condolences to Diane, Lisa, Chris, Heather and Sara, He will be long and fondly remembered,
Chuck Hobeika
Sara and Heather – so sorry to learn of your Dad’s passing.. He was first my dentist and then later became Sara’s Dad. Always kind, always friendly. Having lost both parents in recent years, I have learned grief is a journey. Please accept my sincere condolences..
So sorry to hear of Dr. Daly’s passing. My sincere condolences on your great loss. Dr. Daly and family were wonderful neighbours for many years. Thinking of you all as you mourn the loss of your husband, father and grandfather.
Sending deepest condolences to all the Daly family at this time. All the best to you all as you celebrate a life so well lived.
Laurie and Alex Twells xx
So sorry to hear of this. All the best to the wonderful Daly family.
To : Mrs Daley and Family
So very sorry for the lost of the loss of your loved one. May time ease the sorrow you feel and leave only loving memories.
With deepest sympathy,
Vera Kavanagh
Diane and family our sincere condolences on the passing of your loved one. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. 🙏
Sending deepest condolences, to all the Daly family during this very difficult time .
Jane and Brad Davis
Thinking of you all at this sad time Diane.Sending our love & sympathy.
Jean & Ken Ellis
Diane, a few weeks ago I met you at a concert at St. Theresa’s Church and recounted to you a story about a never forgotten kindness by your husband Dr. Daley. My late brother, Frank Evans, (a friend of Peter’s). was 25 years old and in St. Clare’s Hospital suffering from terminal cancer in 1968. There was no palliative care; there were no cancer cocktails; no chemotherapy – one just suffered and suffered he did. Added to this misery Frank had a terrible tooth ache. You came to visit him and left the room as quickly as you came only to return with Dr. Daley in tow. The doctor cleared the room and when he was finished Frank no longer had a toothache. Fifty six years have come and gone but the memory Dr. Daley’s inherent kindness and deep dedication to his profession have been told and retold and never forgotten in our family. Thank you both and please accept my deepest and most sincere sympathy in the loss of a man who could ” do no harm.”. Flo Evans
So sorry to learn of Dr Daley’s passing. He was my much loved dentist for most of my childhood. So kind and gentle. And humerous. He completely undid any fear I had of dentistry as a kid. My condolences to Sara and her family.
Please accept our sincere condolences. To all the family
It was always good to meet Charlie
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Dear Auntie Diane, Lisa, Chris, Heather and Sara,
I was so sorry to hear about Uncle Charlie’s passing. I have such fond memories of him from my childhood — especially his warmth, gentle nature and sense of humour. I was so grateful to see him a few weeks ago, and will always remember the sparkle in his eye.
Sending you all love and strength at this difficult time.
Mrs. Daly and family, we are sorry to hear of Dr. Daly’s passing. We are sending our heartfelt condolences and know he will be greatly missed.
John Nadine Olivia and Laura Durant
So sad to hear of Charlie’s passing. He always held a special place in my heart
My Master of Ceremonies at my wedding, my favourite dentist of all time and at one point the owner of the Travel Agency I managed.
I loved our conversation and seeing you unexpectedly at my parents house. Your kindness and positivity will always be remembered.
Hope u are having “ a cup of “ with Steve and Ena. and catching up on the news.
RIP
Diane, I wanted to reach out and send my heartfelt condolences and a warm embrace to you and your family.during this sad time. We shared some great times through the years and Charlie always brought a smile and laughter to every occasion. His kindness and spirit touched the lives of all who knew him.
I wish you peace and comfort during these sad days. Charlie may be gone but he will live on in our hearts.
Mrs. Daly and family,
We were so saddened to hear the news of Dr. Daley’s passing. We’re thinking of you all and sending our sincere condolences.
Diane, and family:
We were so sorry to hear this news. He was a true professional friend and mentor. We only hope that the wonderful memories you all must have will help you through this difficult time.
Dearest Auntie Diane, Lisa, Chris, Heather and Sara, I’m devastated to hear of the passing of Uncle Charlie. This is a huge loss for me and all that knew him. However, I remain extremely thankful to have had such a sweet, caring and positive role model as my godfather. I am also relieved that he passed peacefully at home with you all around him. He, like Auntie Diane, always made me feel special and I will never ever forget him or the many, many good times we all had together. Sending you strength and love during this difficult time. xo 😢
Dear Mrs Daly , Lisa ,Chris,, Heather and Sara,
We were very saddened with the news of Charlie. We will forever cherish the kind temperament and joy he brought to our family. He certainly was one of a kind!! Sorry we are so far away and can’t be there to celebrate all the great memories. May he rest in peace.
Much love from Mark and Caroline and the family.
Mrs Daly & family, I am so sorry for your loss. Dr Daly was an extraordinary person, I feel so grateful to have met him. He set an example like no other. With love
Dear Sara, we knew your Dad through you and our years together as Yoga Students, here and in India. We send you and your family our sincere sympathy.
Sincere Sympathy on the passing of your beloved family member. Dr, Daly was a true Gentleman. We were privileged and very thankful to have his Patient care for many years.
Diane and family
So sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Dr Daly for 20+ years and have many fond memories of him and the Daly family. You are in my thoughts and prayers
“NO PATIENTS TODAY DR. DALY! R I P
Linda
Mrs. Daly & family,
We are so sorry to hear of Mr. Daly’s passing. Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.
Dear Dianne and family. Please accept my sympathy on the loss of you husband and father . I met Charlie as a young dentist ( 35 years ago) while involved in our provincial dental association. Charlie was very helpful to me and a true mentor. I was fortunate to maintain contact with Charlie on and off over the years. He never changed and was always so kind and encouraging.. My memories of Charlie are varied ,…funny, kind, love for his family , his friends and his profession.. RIP
Our sincere condolences to Diane and family.
Charlie was a big-hearted man who touched many people with his warm personality and kind and generous spirit.
I was privileged to have known Charlie in a professional capacity, but also on a personal level as someone who I was honoured to call a friend.
He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered by those who knew him.
Gus and Marilyn Bruce
St. John’s
Mrs Daly, Lisa, Chris, Heather and Sara and family
My heartfelt condolences for your loss.
May you find comfort in your lifetime of treasured memories
Rest in peace Dr Daly
Sorry for your loss.
Dear Diane & Family: we are so very sorry for your great loss. The Prankster has gone. An era ends. Such wonderful memories of parties filled with laughter and songs and stories. We are so lucky to have had such amazing friends.
Deepest Condolences. Pat & Paula
We will always think of Charlie with a smile. What a sense of humor. What a practical joker. We always looked forward to his company whenever we were so privileged. Our thoughts are with Di,children and grandchildren during this sad time. Denis and Netta Kennedy, County Clare,Ireland.
Diane and family sincere condolences for your loss. Rest in Peace Charlie
Diane and Family,
Mike and I offer our sincere Condolences to you and your family on Charlie’s passing . Charlie was such a kind,
caring person, a true gentleman. He was our family
dentist for many years and the children never minded
going to the dentist, Dr. Daly was so gentle. May he
Rest in Peace! God Bless.
Heather we are so sorry to hear of your dads passing, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Sara & Daly Family,
Shawn and I were saddened to hear of the passing of your Dad. Please know that our thoughts and love are with you all at this very difficult time. Knowing that you are such a close and loving family, we wish you comfort and peace in all the memories that you share. XO
To the Daly Family,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of a wonderful husband, father and friend. I was fortunate to have shared in many fun and lighthearted times while growing up with Lisa, Chris, Heather and Sarah. The Daly family home door was always open and whether it was a kids party or Charlie and Diane were having friends in, you were always welcomed. Myself and Charlie shared a light hearted sense of humour and exchanged practical jokes on more than one occasion.
In addition to his personal attributes he was always held in high regard in the dental community as well as both Rhonda and her late brother Ed knew him through his practise over the years and how he was respected by his peers and patients alike.
Charlie’s love of life and family will long be remembered and we hope you can all take some comfort in the fond and loving memories you had over the years. He will be missed.
Dear Diane, John and I send our deepest condolences. What a beautiful life you and. Charlie shared,, may happy memories bring you comfort. Our sympathy to all your lovely family.
Diane and family Heartfelt sympathy on your great loss.bWe had some great times over the years .He will be missed.Tony
To the Daly Family,
Charlie was one of a kind and not easily forgotten by those who knew him. Sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Charlie.
Paul and Peggy O’Brien
Grand Falls Windsor
Dear Aunt Diane, Lisa, Chris, Heather and Sara,
My sincere condolences to you all after leaning of Uncle Charlie’s passing.
Some of my favourite childhood memories were the times our 2 families spent time throughout the years when we were children into adulthood.
He was the greatest dentist,, comedian and singer.. Truly a wonderful man, of course I am a little biased being his godchild..
Rest in peace Uncle Charlie:
Dr Daly was my Dentist for about 30 years and I just adored him. Anyone that has a fear of Dentists would have felt calm and safe in his care. He was so gentle and kind and a master at his craft.
Rest in peace Dr Daly! 🙏💖
My sincerest sympathy on hearing of the passing of Charley. I am proud to be able to call him a friend and one of the boys, He was always up for a great laugh and never ending shenaningans no matter where we were or who we were with. Diane, as some say to Judy you are a saint, for putting up with it but always had a great laugh regardless. You were his Rock and so glad someone like you was with him. God Bless as he used to say to me and God Bless you and all the family
Beautiful obituary for a truly beautiful man. I love you Uncle Charlie, and will miss you dearly.