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Lauren posted a condolence
Friday, December 13, 2019
I grew up knowing Mr Mudge as the "real" Santa. My father befriended him at Santa's Land and we kept in touch for many years until he passed. The first time I met him, I was carrying a stuffed dalmatian toy and he correctly guessed it's name. At the time it seemed impossible that anyone but the real Santa would know that. I was an immediate convert. Who wouldn't be charmed by him? He would call us on Christmas and say "you're sweeter than peanuts and cracker jacks" and I'll never forget his soft, warm voice as he said that. Even as i got older and didn't believe in fantasy anymore, he really kept the magic alive and I had to make an exception for him. The love he gave us through those simple acts of kindness left a profound mark on my childhood and every Christmas I still expect the phone to ring and hear his smiling voice.
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Jean & Bob Hiler posted a condolence
Sunday, March 9, 2008
Charlie, we will always remember your loving embrace and joyful laugh. You touched so many lives during your time here on earth and made so many children happy. You were a true friend and we love you. Rest in peace!
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DIANNE K. PLOVER posted a condolence
Monday, February 25, 2008
I NEW CHARLIE AND TRULY LOVED HIM HE WORKED FOR CHERRY HILL PHOTO - FOR MANY YEARS & WHAT A GREAT JOB HE DID -I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF HIS PASSING TODAY FEB. 25,2008 -
I AM DIRECTOR OF CONTRACT TALENT FOR CHERRY HILL PHOTO. I HAVE MANY WONDERFUL SANTAS WORKING FOR US ALL OVER THE COUNTRY - BUT CHARLIE WILL ALWAYS BE NUMBER ONE !
-I OFFER MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO HIS ENTIRE FAMILY- I KNOW HE WILL HAVE A FRONT ROW SEAT IN HEAVEN! GOD BLESS - UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN !
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Helen J. Cobbs posted a condolence
Thursday, February 21, 2008
I learned of Mr. Mudge's passing when I saw the newspaper article. Reading it I learned that this was the sweet Santa that I met year's ago when I worked at the Augusta airport. He was flying out to go to a Santa job. He was such a nice man and we got to talking. He seemed like a man who never met a stranger. I told him how much he looked like Santa and he told me he was and proceeded to tell me his story. At the time I had started writing personalized Santa letters for kids and I told him about it. He said " Well, you need help from Santa then." He put his briefcase up on the counter and proceeded to take out a stack of pictures that had been taken of him at a photography studio. To my surprise he gave them to me. He told me to put them in with my letters. I have been doing that ever since. Since I only write a few each year the pictures he gave me have lasted awhile. I wish that I knew that he lived so close. I would have loved to tell him how the kids each year are so thrilled to get their own picture from Santa. Also, I would have liked to thank him again for such a wonderful gift of those pictures.
My condolences and prayers go out to his family and friends.
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Susan Colinet posted a condolence
Thursday, February 14, 2008
To Charlie's family,
Though I never met your parents in person, I am filled with fond and happy memories of them. My parents shared many stories and photos of them through the years - always with love and laughter. "Santa's" photo still adorns my mom's refrigerator
and always will, I am sure.
The letter your dad wrote for my dad's memorial service was beautiful and funny beyond words- an absolute gift to us all.
I'm sure the laughter continues as they are together once again.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Fondly,
Susan Weinbach Colinet
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Fran Mudge Penney posted a condolence
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Fondest memories of my Dad include the funny sayings he enjoyed blurting out in public to Mom's dismay. "You warm the cockles of my heart; you're better than popcorn, peanuts and cracker jacks; I either will or I won't" and the most popular of his for many years, "Wet birds never fly at night." Well, Dad, your wings must have been dry the night you flew away from us we'll miss you. Your Eldest, Fran
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Hank Heller posted a condolence
Thursday, February 14, 2008
We were saddened to learn of Santa Charlie's passing. He was a lovely man and all of the merchants and guests of Woodbridge Center Mall will miss him greatly. May he rest in peace.
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Annette Perrone posted a condolence
Thursday, February 14, 2008
I have fond memories of my daughter now 21 waiting on line at the Woodbridge Center Mall in NJ to sit on Santa Charlie's lap. He was truly Santa! I also had the pleasure of working with him at the mall and enjoyed his jovial personality. God bless and may he rest in peace!
Sincerely,
Annette
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Karen Brenner posted a condolence
Thursday, February 14, 2008
I had the honor and pleasure of working with "Santa Charlie" for many years at Woodbridge Center. He was so loved and I can't tell you how many people would say he was "the real Santa". I will always remember how he sang "Happy Birthday" to Baby Jesus - every Christmas with my daughter as she was growing up. He was so special to me, my family and our community. Heaven is a happier place with our Santa Charlie. God Bless!
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Maureen Gallant posted a condolence
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Santa Charlie,
What an honor it was working with you for 18 years in Woodbridge Mall, NJ as your "elf" You truely showed the love of Jesus where ever you went, now it is a comfort to know you are with Him now. I love you Charlie and will NEVER forget you.
Sincerley,
Maureen Gallant
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Marvin and Mary Ella Brown posted a condolence
Thursday, February 14, 2008
We are going to miss Mr. Charles Mudge, Sr. at mass. He was always very polite and courteous to us.
You have so much to be proud of and many outstanding positive memories.
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Don and Margaret Walker posted a condolence
Thursday, February 14, 2008
My husband and I have known his daughter Chris and her husband Fred since 1982. They used to live in the same neighborhood. I only met her father once, and I thought he was a very nice man. We would like to extend our condolences to them and all of his family.
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Anna Jordan posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
We will miss you Charlie. My sincere sympathy to your family.
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Kathy V. Blackmon posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
I was truly blessed by Mr. Charlie. I worked in Hobby Lobby as the jewlery department manager. He would come in for our sales and I would help him to pick out the beads he needed. What he did with the beads was such a blessing! He made rosaries for people who needed them or wanted them. He spent his time making them for people who needed a special blessing. It is unsure how many he made and gave away but each was as unique as he was. God truly blessed me the day i met him, I thought he was an angel and continue to think so today. May God bless his family. You will never know how many lives your father touched each day. He will surely be missed by all.
Kathy V. Blackmon
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David & Florine Johnson posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
The first time we met Charlie was in Gainesville at Lakeshore Mall. Our little girl was there to see Santa, like most of the children in the mall at Christmas time. Little did we know at that moment we were introducing her to one of the most positive influences in her life. As she sat on his knee and looked into his sparkling eyes you could see the love grow. He didnâ??t do just the usual Santa thing, he spoke to her of the reason for Christmas and what being good really meant. Over the years, as we grew to know Santa Charlie, we realized he was the wisest of wise men, a true angle, minister, a man of God ,and the full meaning of an American Hero. We so looked forward to the special occasions to get to see and speak with him, to experience the magic and share the love. We visited with Santa Charlie and Catherine at their home {Santaâ??s Workshop} in Blairsville a few times. We spoke to him by phone several times a year. Sadly our last conversation was this past Christmas. Our greatest Christmas gift will always be in knowing Santa Charlie and Catherine.
â??We will always love You!â?
David and Florine Johnson
Flowery Branch, Georgia
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Joseph Gentilucci posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
We would like to express our sincerest symapathy on the passing of Charlie Santa Clause. We were always happy to see him and the joy that he so freely expressed. He was one of the most genuinely kind person we've ever met and will be missed by many. We're sure he will be happy in heaven as he made others happy on earth, may he rest in peace.
Sincerely, Joe & Annette Gentilucci
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Brad Taylor posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
It seems so hard to let someone so important to me go. This was one of the strongest and most humble men I have ever met. Grandad, you will remain in my thoughts always. I have learned so many things from you and I hope I am at least half the man that you were. It's hard to say goodbye, but I know you and Grammie are smiling down at us now. I LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH! From your best friend and grandson.
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Alicia Johnson posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
I don't know that there are any words on this earth to describe the kind of man Santa Charlie was. He could bring a smile and childhood excitement to anyone . Even my grandmother when she was alive looked forward to seeing Santa at my graduations. I have known Santa my entire life. As long as I can remember he was my Santa. I remember our talks of the real meaning of Christmas as I sat on his knee. Even after I grew up he continued to make my Christmas with his calls. He traveled to Georgia for my high school and college graduations, and he visited with me in Florida just this past year. He was and is the only true Santa Claus this world will ever have. Everywhere he went there was no mistaking who he was. He truly embodied the kind of love, generosity and selfless giving that I can only pray everyone can experience at least once in their life. I wish I could be more like him. He brought joy everywhere he went with everyone he met. I can't begin to say how much he will be missed. I love him so very much. Thank you Santa Charlie for the smile's laughs and everything you taught me. I love you.
Love always,
Your Strawberry Short Cake
Alicia Johnson
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Evelyn Mancini posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
My deepest sympathy to you and your siblings. Dave and I go way back in our friendship with Charlie and Kathy. And Charlie still kept in touch with me after Dave died. He and Kathy were the reason we built our house in Yonah, right next door.
Thank you for letting me know of his death. He surely will be missed.
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Michelle and Andrew Spears posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
Dearest Santa Charlie,
All that were blessed to have known you are surely experiencing a feeling of immense loss. Thank you for all that you were/are to me - a true inspiration. Our thoughts and prayers are with your loving family at this very difficult time. I pray that the Lord comforts them and gives them strength. May God offer you all the beautiful, abundant rewards of Heaven that you so, so deserve. I am confident that we will see each other again one day....
"You just keep on being good" and remember that "You are better than popcorn, peanuts, and cracker jacks!".
Love always,
Michelle and Andrew Spears
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Chris Taylor posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
Dad, God Bless You and he has now.
These are the words we always spoke
to each other when we talked.
I wish I could be half the person you were in life. The pain you endured amazed me. The courage you had to go on was so strong.
God and mom have you now my angel.
I LOVE YOU DADDY, Chris
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Patti Hand posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
I will always remember Charlie for his wonderful smile & laugh and his love of life. He had a great heart! My prayers and my thoughts go with Charlie's family in this difficult time.
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Dan Easton posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
Sending you all of the Fond Memories that I have of this wonderfull Man.
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Maureen & John Kunak posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
Santa Charlie,
We know you are at peace. We are heartbroken and will miss you sorely. Our prayers are with your family. Your extended family in
Woodbridge, NJ will be saddened to hear of your passing. You touched so many lives in your gentle unassuming manner. "You just keep on doing what chjer doing" wherever you are!
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Fred Taylor posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
Charlie, my friend, my Father in Law, much more like a Father.
I learned so much from you in life and I hold you up high as a unique and Loved Man who loved me back. As I just told you that you have left a Positive mark in this world and you gave up much for so many. God bless and keep you and now you can look over us with the loved ones that were waiting for you. We won't stop loving you just because you have past over. The Kingdom has a gained a prayer warrior in having you. See you later big guy.
Your Son in Law, Your Son
Love Always
Fred Taylor
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Tom & Brenda Dawson posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
He was one of the sweetest men we have known. A gentleman, full of life and laughter. He'll be missed here but enjoyed in heaven. Blessings on each one of his family.
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Mary Louise Gagnon posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
The chair was empty of your presence at Mass Sunday, but the flowers and cane resting on it reminded us that you were still with us in spirit. We will miss you and your wonderful smile - I always felt love when you were around.
Sincere sympathy to the family - amd thank you for sharing Santa Charlie with all of us.
Love and prayers,
Mary Louise and Phil Gagnon
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Rita Casey posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
Charlie was a dear friend. We will miss him. One Christmas we had him come and be Santa for our Grandchildren. He told the story of Jesus to the children. they were so engrosed in him and the story of Jesus that they did not even open their presents he gave them till he left.
We are sorry to here he has gone to the Lord.
I am so glad he let me paint his picture.
God Bless
Rita
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Betty Epting posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
My family will always remember Charlie for his love of life and his sharing that love with everyone around him. Our thoughts and prayers go to Charlie's family.
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Adam Taylor posted a condolence
Monday, February 11, 2008
I always remember anticipating seeing you when the time came. It was a fantastic treat just being in your presence because you taught me what love really was. You loved everyone around you and you showed others how great God really is. The impact you made in my life and in others will never be forgotten. I hope to one day be half the man that you were and let it be known that you showed me how wonderful God is through the examples you left in your lifetime. Thank you for being such a blessing in my life.
Love Always,
Adam
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Joe Featherston posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
We were pleased to see Charlie at Mass on many occasions and always saw him take the time to reach down and hug or talk to a child. He once greeted me because I was wearing a Marine Corps shirt, but he never indicated that he was also a Marine. He appeared to be a very humble man and almost an icon in Aiken. From the members of the local Marine Corps League detachment, and myself in particular, we wish Charlie "fair winds and following seas." To the family, we Marines offer you our heartfelt respect and deepest sympathies. Semper Fidelis.
Joe Featherston
Major, USMC, Retired
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Laura Herrera posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Grandad, a thousand memories flood my head of your life. You lived it fully and beyond what most of us ever will. You have left a legacy that will last forever. As much as we want you to ourselves, I am so happy that you are finally back with your beloved. Tell her I love her. I'll miss you always.
An rud a nithear gu math, chithear a bhuil.
What is well done will be shown by results.
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Michele Herron posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
My husband, Keith, used to work at Aiken Brewing Co. He would come home saying that Santa came in to eat today. He thought a lot of Charlie, but I was yet to meet him. Then he came as Santa to a Christmas party for Aiken Mental Health Association. I own a residential care home and had my residents there. When I looked up and saw him, I was a kid again and in total awe. It felt like I was truly seeing Santa. My fascination with this man has never diminished. We now own a restaurant in Clearwater. He came in one day. We've had a lot of well-known people there. But I think I was the most excited that "Santa" was eating in my restaurant! I've only met him 2 or 3 times, but the loss I feel today is great. My husband and I will truly miss this man with the twinkling eyes, the gentle smile and that wonderful laugh. The world was truly a better place with Charlie Mudge in it.
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ellieDobson posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Our heart and prayers are with you durning this diffcult time--may god bring you comfort and peace as only He can. Ellie Dobson
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Brendan and Romi Chadwick posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
My prayers with Charlie and his family.
I remember Charlie delighting children in Medjugorje, Bosnia about 12 years ago. The little children approached him calling him St. Nicholas while we ate at a local restaurant. I continue to tell this story because of the impact that Charlie had on being one of God's creatures on earth. He symbolized one of God's helpers on earth. I thank him for that!
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Bob Hochel posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
A finer, more loving, and compassionate man I've never known. He always wore a smile, gave a friendly handshake or hug, and asked God to bless you. One couldnâ??t help but love and admire him. He will be missed by all and especially by the young children who knew and loved him as Santa Charlie. May he rest in peace and reap the rewards of Heaven. Few are more deserving.
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Doug Aylor posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
For many years I did not believe in Santa Claus. I happened to marry his daughter and that changed everything. Charlie was truly a man that loved Jesus, his family and me. I'll miss him.
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Fred and Joan Lukowski posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Fred and I were lucky enough to see Charlie at The Chapel every Sat. We are adorers at 10am and he was at 11am. He was always cheerful and optimistic about God's will in every situation.We truly loved him and he will be sorely missed. We know he is at peace with God in Heaven.With sincere condolences, Joan Lukowski
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Charles and Linda Cattanach posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Rest in Peace, our dear and special friend. You were a unique servant of God. May the angels lead you to Heaven.
In Christ, Charles and Linda Cattanach
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Maria K. Urreiztieta posted a condolence
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Charlie, you went first. That is not fair. May God Bless you and keep you close to Him. You were a very dear friend and I am going to miss you.
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BARBARA AYLOR posted a condolence
Saturday, February 9, 2008
I LOVE YOU DADDY. I'M GLAD YOU'VE MADE IT TO THE END OF YOUR RACE.
YOU SHOWED US HOW TO LIVE.
YOU NEVER COMPLAINED ABOUT PAIN, ALTHOUGH YOU HAD PLENTY OF REASONS. YOU NEVER COMPLAINED ABOUT BEING LONELY, YOU MADE FRIENDS EVERYWHERE YOU WENT.
YOU MADE SURE YOUR FAMILY WAS TAKEN CARE OF BEFORE YOU LEFT TO BE WITH YOUR SAVIOUR AND TO SEE YOUR BELOVED CATHY AGAIN.
YOU'VE BEEN A FAITHFUL MAN, YOU'VE SHOWN US WHAT A FATHER'S LOVE IS ALL ABOUT.
"I CAME TO EARTH IN GUILT AND SHAME, BUT I'M GOING HOME A DIFFERENT WAY, BECAUSE I'VE COME TO KNOW A FATHER'S LOVE".
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