He is survived by his wife Barbara J (Bell) McClary who shared 44 years of marriage. Charles was born in Reading on November 21, 1930 a son of the late Sylvester and Caroline (Thomas) McClary.
He served in the Army during the Korean War as a Corporal and was employed by Met-Ed as a printer for over 20 years retiring there. Charles was the founding member of the Fisherman's Club, Vice President of The Youth of Yesterday, and a Life member of George Washington Carver American Legion Post #962.
In addition to his wife, he leaves to cherish in his memory, his children; Jack and his wife Deborah Marshall of Reading, Darrell Marshall of Reading, Stephanie Marshall and her significant other, Scott Walton of Reading, Tracy McClary of Reading and his significant other, Michelle, Terri McClary of Reading, 12 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandson, and a host of Family and Friends.
Charles was predeceased by his 2 sons; Charles Marshall and Donald Marshall and his siblings; Mary and Sylvester, Jr.
Home Going Services will be Monday March 11, 2019 at 11am in Theo C Auman Funeral Home, 247 Penn St., Reading. Burial to follow in Berks County Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be Monday 9-11am in the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.theocauman.com