Charles Patrick Meade, age 63, of Bronxville, NY, passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2024.
The son of the late Joan Lang Meade and Thomas Francis Meade, Charlie grew up in Brookville, NY. He attended Fairfield University and graduated from Adelphi University in 1984 with a BA in Finance and Political Science. After an almost two-decade career on Wall Street, Charlie began to pursue his true calling, architecture. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelors in Architecture from the New York Institute of Technology in 2002 and went on to a successful career in property loss consulting.
Charlie loved spending time on Lake Champlain during his childhood, summering at Basin Harbor, VT and attending Camp Dudley (#11211) in Westport, NY. He lived by the Dudley motto “The Other Fellow First” and tried to pass this message along to as many people as he met. It gave him incredible joy when his son, Tommy (#22111), followed in his footsteps and also attended Dudley.
Charlie was very active in his Bronxville community, including serving as President of St. Joseph’s Parish Council, President of the Community Fund of Bronxville, Eastchester & Tuckahoe, a Pack 5 Cub Scout leader, and a member of The Bronxville School’s Facilities Committee where he provided valuable assistance to the remediation efforts after the 2007 flood.
An avid woodworker and gardener, Charlie dedicated much of his free time to projects he was passionate about. This included refinishing furniture, fully renovating the family’s first home, and building out basements. He took special pleasure in helping his daughter, Perry, create her own beautiful home and backyard gardens.
Charlie loved golf, cooking, fast cars, good music, and good wine. He will always be remembered for his fun-loving spirit, larger-than-life personality, epic dinner parties and stylish wardrobe.
He is survived by his beloved children, Perry Lang Meade and Thomas Patrick Meade; his siblings, Paul (Bernadette) Meade and Regina (Anthony) Lafaire; and his nieces and nephews, Lauren (Brian) Lysy, Gregory (Amanda) Lafaire, Courtney Meade, Marielle (Alex) Drennan, Grace (Matthew) Goldstein, and Xavier Lafaire.
A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held in Bronxville, NY at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to, Lucky Dog Animal Rescue, Camp Dudley or a charity of your choice.
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Kevin Taylor says
September 16, 2024 at 1:16 pmI’m so sorry to hear about this. Charlie was so full of life and brightened the day when you saw him. May he rest in peace.
Janet Conner says
September 16, 2024 at 2:18 pmI am so sorry to hear this ….my sincere condolences to the entire family. Charlie brought a lot of energy to any room.
May he rest in peace.
John T. Boyer, Sr. says
September 16, 2024 at 3:25 pmThanks for the memories, RIP.
William D. Bast says
September 16, 2024 at 4:35 pmCharlie was like another naughty fraternity brother of mine! Smart, intense, ambitious, caring for those around him, and naughty! I’ll never forget when he called me on. wintry Saturday afternoon to check in on an overworked and under appreciated colleague and to set a plan in action to help this person.
My deepest condolences to his family and friends, and I hope to be able to honor him at the Memorial service in the coming months.
May God bless you all with fond memories of Charlie!
Nicholas Anthony Greco says
September 16, 2024 at 5:23 pmI’ll miss you so much my friend. Many laughs and very memorable conversations! RIP
Bill Holland says
September 16, 2024 at 6:39 pmCharlie was one of a kind. So sad to hear of this.
Dayne Grey says
September 17, 2024 at 8:06 amCharlie was a true “bon vivant” and a dear friend. I am blessed to have known him, and I will miss Charlie’s voice.
My deepest sympathy to his family, especially to his daughter Perry and his son Tommy, who were his pride and joy. May God bless and comfort you and all the rest of your family and fill your hearts with joyful memories of all the wonderful times you had together.
Erik Wetzler says
September 17, 2024 at 11:38 amI was so saddened to hear of Charlie’s passing. We worked together for many years and we spent many a night discussing work and life over a “burger and a beer” at the local steak house. While we were colleagues and I learned a lot from Charlie, I also considered him a friend. I look forward to a celebration of life in the coming months. My deepest condolences to his family and friends during this time of loss.
thomas Berry says
September 18, 2024 at 12:21 pmThe first time I met Charlie he was working the Christmas tree lot in Bronxville. It. was freezing , hard work but he was enjoying himself. I also was fortunate to coach his daughter, Perry, for recreational soccer. I remember asking Perry what was the most important thing about soccer. She said it was the snacks at half time. Charlie. and Julie showed up to every game. I am better off for knowing Charlie and Julie. May his passing be a blessing to us all.
Damonr Baumann says
September 18, 2024 at 10:35 pmChalie brought a presence into any room he entered without even saying a word. Plenty of memories that will stick with me for a lifetime. Godspeed Charlie. My prayers are with the entire Meade family.
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