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Almer, Charles W. Jr. December 12, 1935 - January 11, 2021

Charles W. Almer, Jr., age 85, of Oxford, NJ died Monday, January 11, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital – Warren Campus, Phillipsburg, NJ.  Charles was born December 12, 1935 in Newton, NJ to the late Charles W. and Ruth (Sidner) Almer, Sr.
Charles was previously employed by Independence Central School, Great Meadows, NJ as a Teacher, prior to that he worked for the U.S. Government at Picatinny Arsenal.  He had a great love for law enforcement and was a retired Sergeant with the Mansfield Police Department. Charles was a past member of the local school boards and the Mansfield Masonic Lodge #331, was one of the original members of the Mt. Bethel Fire Department and was a member of the Mt. Bethel Methodist Church. In addition, he was a Mansfield little league coach, an avid fisherman and boater, enjoyed history,  was a New York Giants and Yankees fan, succeeded in attaining his pilot’s license and loved spending time at Cape Hatteras and the Outer banks.  Above all, Charles was a loving devoted husband and a wonderful father and grandfather.
He is survived by his wife: Nancy (Heil) Almer, his daughter, Cynthia DeTommaso, his two sons, Jeffrey Almer and Charles Almer, III, 7 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
At the request of the family a private graveside service and burial will be held at Pequest Union Cemetery, Cemetery Road, Great Meadows, NJ.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.  www.cochranfuneral.com
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mansfield PBA Local 369, P.O. Box 657, Hackettstown, NJ  07840 in memory of Charles.

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    Janice Craig says
    January 13, 2021 at 1:04 am

    Chuck and family,
    Sincere condolences on the passing of your father. Mansfield Township has lost another treasure.
    Janice Eppler Craig

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    Kellie Petersen says
    January 13, 2021 at 11:13 pm

    We are sorry to hear about Charlie . We wish the family many happy memories of him to comfort you.
    Russ,Ron Petersen and family

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    Cindy Seelig says
    January 14, 2021 at 2:04 am

    Nancy and family,
    You have my deepest sympathies. I thoroughly enjoyed visiting with you both when I worked at the library. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
    Cindy Seelig

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    Todd Pfeiffer says
    January 14, 2021 at 2:57 am

    The Almers were family friends. My father and Charles played football together at Hackettstown. Our condolences to the family.

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    Chief Esposito (Ret.) says
    January 14, 2021 at 11:49 am

    I will miss Charlie. We spent many hours talking at Headquarters. His love of law enforcement was an inspiration to me and I will never forget him. Rest brother!

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    Michael Pellegrino says
    January 14, 2021 at 1:13 pm

    I never met your dad, but I can tell how wonderful he must have been just by knowing you, Jeff. We reflect the best parts of our parents thanks to the loving way they raised us. Take comfort in your memories as you grieve.

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    Lester Snyder says
    January 14, 2021 at 6:18 pm

    Sorry to learn of the passing of Charlie. My Sincere Sympathy to the entire family…Lester Snyder, Sr. Hackettstown PF (Retired).

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    Robert Correll says
    January 14, 2021 at 11:01 pm

    Condolences to the Almer family may he rest in peace

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    Dan Darling says
    January 15, 2021 at 12:33 am

    I am saddened to hear the passing of Mr. Almer. He was one of my few favorite teachers. He made a lasting impression. Still enjoy science today. Thank You.

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    Jan Romanczyk says
    January 15, 2021 at 2:28 pm

    My sincerest sympathies. I worked with Charlie at Central School many moons ago and enjoyed the time we had there together. He was a great person.

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    Terry Smith says
    January 15, 2021 at 2:32 pm

    I worked with Charlie when he taught my boys at Central. He managed to make science a truly fascinating subject. I can still remember the day he had the entire class so excited learning the laws of static electricity. What a crazy hair day that was! I am so very sorry to hear of his passing.

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    Joanie Magliaro says
    January 17, 2021 at 4:41 pm

    Sincerest sympathy for the Almer Family…so sorry to hear of his passing. I worked with Charlie at Central School and he taught all 3 of my boys when they attended school there. He was very fond of my homemade Apple Butter and Strawberry and/or Peach Jam that the boys would give him at Christmas. Always enjoyed hearing about his vacations, family, and interests. Charlie was a respected colleague and friend.

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    Barbara Shaw says
    February 8, 2021 at 12:30 pm

    So very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to all. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

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