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Charles Dominic Caruso, 77, of Eden passed away Thursday, April 25, 2024 at UNC Health Rockingham in Eden.

A funeral service will be held at Noon on Thursday, May 2, 2024 at Fair Funeral Home Chapel in Eden with burial to follow in Ridgeview Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service, from 11am to Noon, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel.

Charles was born August 1, 1946 in in Vineland, New Jersey, to the late John Louis Caruso and Catherine Russo Caruso. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Throughout his life, Charles had many accomplishments. He and his wife have owned Carolina Appraisal Service for more than 25 years. Prior to that, he was the owner/operator of Caruso Trucking and he worked as a supervisor at UPS. He volunteered his time and enjoyed working with children, serving as Assistant Scoutmaster for the Boy Scouts. Charles enjoyed reading, avid history buff, and was a model train enthusiast. He was a member of the Danville Model Railroad Club. More than anything he loved his family and spending time with them.

Surviving are his loving wife, Joann Fiocchi Caruso; children, Christina Robertson (John), Charles J. Caruso (Kyndall); grandchildren, Chelsea Robertson (Michael Zheng), Cayce Nance (Will), Noah Robertson (Sierra Gentry), Grace Jackson (Connor); great-grandchild, Luca Robertson.

Memorial contributions may made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com.

So sorry for your loss!  Covering all the family in prayer!

Forty-four years ago, I met a family from Vineland, NJ who would forever be like family to me. I first met Charles at a Scout Troop meeting in Eden, where I also met his son, Charlie. Charles invited me to his home to meet Joann and Chrissy (or as Katherine from Peking Pagoda would call her "Trissie"). There, I had never met such a loving and caring family. Little Charlie even mixed me a drink and served it to me. I figured that all Italian families from New Jersey were the most gracious hosts anywhere!

Charles (and Joann) were ardent supporters of the Boy Scouts of America. Charles served in a variety of capacities with Scouting and wore his (always pressed) uniform to all functions.

Just a few months later I began to meet the "rest of the family"- the Fiocchis, the Toniellis, the Gallelas.....but I never met the Gottis. And with each New Jersey family (and I might add they have all moved to the South) I was welcomed, loved, and treated with the most respect. I remember Charles said respect is an Italian trait that is highly revered.💚🤍❤️

Charles was a doting father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a very caring and kind person. I will forever cherish the memories of Charles, the talks we had, and most importantly being treated like a member of the family.

And in parting, I will always remember Charles (sitting in the recliner) and exclaiming, "Joann, get me something to drink." 😊 Fly high, my friend and welcome to Heaven.

Sorry to learn of his passing! I didn't know him, but knew his son Charlie and Kyndell. May God comfort the family and bless you in the days ahead.

Praying for all of the family. 

I am sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my prayers. 🙏   Margaret Cox

So very saddened to hear of Charles passing.  Just recently reconnected and every time I see a 65-66 Riviera my thoughts are of Charlie and Joanne.  Back in NJ in the 60's.  God Bless you all, I Pray for Gods Comfort during this time.

Chrissy and Charlie I am truly sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad, I hope that God continues to comfort you and know that your in my thoughts and prayers  .

Charlie was my older brother by two hours, shared the same first name, the same birthdays and the Marine Corps birthday we bonded.  He was a good man and had a good family.  My sympathies to you Joann and the rest.  Semper Fi 

Chuck  Kinney 

MY HEART GOES OUT TO FAMILY SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS GOD  JUST GOT ANGEL

We are so sorry for your loss 

sending love and prayers to this precious family 

May God be with y'all thru the coming days and weeks

Joann and family,

Please accept our deepest sympathies to you and your family on the loss of Charlie. We always had so much fun with you and your family at Patty's house. Our hearts break for you at this time of deep loss. May Charlie's memory be a blessing to you always.

Viki and Bob Lawton

Charles, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time. May God continue to bless and comfort you.

Charlie & Kyndell,

I pray for God to cover each of you in an abundance of peace and comfort. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult journey.