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Fr (Lt Col) Thomas Ludwig, 139 AW/ANG posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
To the family: Msgr. Bill was a good mentor, and helped me in many ways when I came into the ANG. My prayers and condolences to you during this difficult time. I will offer Masses for him and for you.
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Ron Bourque posted a condolence
Monday, May 10, 2010
I served as Chaplain General to the Canadian Forces, and came to know Bill when he attended several of our conferences. He was a proud American, but also proud of his Canadian roots. He served his country, his Church, and his God with devotion and pride. He has gone to a better place, but way too early. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family. May God bless all of you. Ron Bourque Brigadier General (Ret'd)
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BG (CT) Joe Zompa, MD posted a condolence
Monday, May 10, 2010
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Bill Charbonneau. I have many memories over the years where we worked together to help members of the CT ANG, however, the most memorable was when I became very ill and he administered the sacrament of last rites (anointing of the sick) to me at the ANG unit....never thought he would pass before me. He remains in my thoughts and prayers as does his family.
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James W. Hiney lit a candle
Sunday, May 9, 2010
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From all I heard about Father Bill from Joan and his effort in obtaining a personal request for me I am saddened greatly by this man's passing....there are hardly enough people of his character and dedication in the world today and his loss will leave the world a poorer place. Both the military and the church were fortunate to have such a man. May God embrace him and place him among his tribunes to help watch over us.
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Joan and Ray Sullivan, St. John of the Cross Middlebury posted a condolence
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Our sincere condolences on the sudden and tragic death of your brother and our old friend, Father Bill, who served us faithfully and well, here in Middlebury, on his very first assignment after ordination. He will forever be in our thoughts and prayers. Joanie and Ray Sullivan
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James W. Hiney posted a condolence
Sunday, May 9, 2010
From all I heard about Father Bill from Joan and his effort in obtaining a personal request for me I am saddened greatly by this man's passing....there are hardly enough people of his character and dedication in the world today and his loss will leave the world a poorer place. Both the military and the church were fortunate to have such a man. May God embrace him and place him among his tribunes to help watch over us.
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r gray posted a condolence
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Please accept my condolences to the family during this time. The Bible holds out a comforting hope for all of us. Revelation 21:3,4
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Ann & Bill Farr lit a candle
Saturday, May 8, 2010
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Bob and Tricia Krueger lit a candle
Saturday, May 8, 2010
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. May Father Bill rest in peace and may you be comforted by your memories of him.
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James and Gay Trahan lit a candle
Saturday, May 8, 2010
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Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time.
Love, James & Gay
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Louis Bemer posted a condolence
Saturday, May 8, 2010
To the Charbonneau Family: While I am deeply saddened at the passing of such an inspirational man, I smile at the thought of Father Bill and my parents trading stories about East Catholic and the Hartford Whalers.
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Ann & Bill Farr posted a condolence
Saturday, May 8, 2010
It is with great sadness that we send our condolences to the extended Charbonneau family. Father Bill will always be a part of our life. Bill and I first met when we were juniors in high school when my parents bought the house next to his on Goodwin Street in Manchester, and we always said that we graduated from different high schools together. We taught religion classes on Saturday mornings at Saint James, walked to Confraternity of Christian Doctrine classes together, and grew up together. Our paths separated but Father Bill officiated at our wedding, baptized our three sons, and kept in touch for many years. He is still a presence in our world and always will be. We remember his laughter, his concern for others, his smile, and his incredible intellect. Eleanor Roosevelt once said, "Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints on your heart." Bill las left foot prints on our hearts. For this we are forever grateful. Our prayers and sympathy are with the family. With deepest sympathy, Ann and Bill Farr 21 Westminster Road Manchester, CT 501A Flintshire Drive Sun City Center, Florida
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Rick Dyer posted a condolence
Saturday, May 8, 2010
To the Charbonneau Family Please accept my sincere sympathy on the death of Msgr. Bill. I was a freshman at EC when Bill was a senior, but really got to know him when we both served together with the 439th MAW at Westover AFB in the early 1980s. He did an absolutely wonderful job as our chaplain, and the Westover community was saddened when we lost him after a few years to the Connecticut Air National Guard. Despite that demanding new military assignment, "Father Bill" returned to Westover frequently to volunteer when our unit was mobilized for Desert Storm, and he worked tirelessly then, ministering not only to his former colleagues at Westover, but also to the thousands of troops from throughout the country who transited through the base during the Persian Gulf War. Although he was a very devout man, Father Bill also had a wonderful sense of humor, a very down to earth manner, and the great capacity to find a practical, common sense solution to any problem, big or small. A big part of his legacy will undoubtedly be the tremendous amount of good that he did for the Church, East Catholic High School and the Air Force---three institutions that he loved so much, and served so well. It was very fitting that the Connecticut Air National Guard recently promoted Msgr. Bill Charbonneau to the rank of Brigadier General. He truly deserved that great honor. With sincere sympathy and best wishes, Rick Dyer ECHS '68
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Timothy Haylon posted a condolence
Saturday, May 8, 2010
It is with great sadness that I have learned that "Father Bill" has passed away. He was a great friend and a tremendous preacher at St. Timothy's Church while he was assigned to East Catholic High School. Listening to his radio show and attending Hartford Whalers games gave me a lot of joy. He will be sorely missed.
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Joan & AD Winters posted a condolence
Friday, May 7, 2010
To Heaven's newest General Officer, We salute and thank you for your lifelong sacrifice, dedication and contributions to both God and Country. Love forever, Joan Charbonneau Winters & AD Winters Ogunquit ME 03907
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