Charles Carbone Jr

Schenectady-Charles Carbone Jr., 84, passed away on Wednesday, December 8. He was born in Scotia NY to Mary Zebrowski and Charles Carbone. Charles joined the Air-force and was an air traffic controller as well as the Tower Chief at Schenectady County Airport. After 6 years of service in the Airforce Charles opened his own family Masonry business. Charles enjoyed staying active. He loved skiing, shopping, a good lobster and spending time with his family. Charles is survived by his beloved, Terri Flower, his loving cats Maddy & Angel, his children; Lorrie (Mark) Flower, Howie (Kathy) Carbone, David Carbone, Theresa (Kenny) Flower, and Ron (Colleen) Flower, his grandchildren who lovingly called him "Papa"; Nicole Valdi, Julia & Kerry Flower, Kristi (Eric, Adriana & Ella) Rockstroh, Amie & Brandon Flower, and Nicole (Nelson & Valentina) & Kenny Tompkins. He is also survived by his sister, Lilian Julian and his brother Ricky (Jane) Carbone. Calling hours will be held on Monday, December 13 from 11am to 1pm at the DeMarco-Stone Funeral Home, 1605 Helderberg Ave. Schenectady NY, 12306. A funeral service will follow at 1pm at the funeral home. Charles will be laid to rest at Park Cemetery in Scotia, NY.