Without evidence of continued survival, the US Army issued a presumptive Finding of Death of December 31, 1953.
On February 4, 2019, Charlie’s remains were positively identified and the family was notified.
Charlie J. Mares was born on December 25, 1919 to Cyril Joseph Mares and Augustina Othal Mares.
He is survived by a sister, Catherine Mares Camp of New Braunfels, numerous nieces, and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, a sister Sister Callista, and brothers William, Felix, John W., and George.
He will be buried with Full Military Honors.
Visitation will begin at 12:00pm Thursday, March 28, 2019 at the Smith Funeral Home Chapel (Flatonia) followed by a Rosary at 7:00pm. Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00am Friday, March 29, 2019 at Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church (Cistern). Burial will follow at Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Cemetery in Cistern.
Words of comfort can be expressed online at www.SmithFuneralHomeFlatonia.com
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