Chuck was born in Flushing, NY, and moved to PA and still resided in the family home he bought in 1961. He was a graduate of Delhaas High School in Bristol, PA. He went on to work with Childers Products and also Emca.
He enjoyed woodworking, all things that pertained to the Civil War, loved horses and all animals. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family.
Predeceased by his wife of 43 years, Mary Lou Dalena, his parents, Daniel and Alma Dalena, and his sister, Ann-Jean Stone.
Survived by his dedicated daughter, Dominique Dalena-Martin; sister-in-law and brother-in-law; many nieces and nephews; his adopted nieces and nephews; and his good friend, Rick Baxter and his family.
Viewing will be held on Thursday, November 7, 2024 from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, 2200 Trenton Road, Levittown, PA 19056.
Burial of his urn will take place on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Forest Hills Cemetery, 25 Byberry Road, Huntington Valley, PA 19006.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in Chuck's memory to Multiple Sclerosis Foundation National Headquarters, 6520 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309 or www.msfocus.org.
