Charles Patrick Pompelia, 82, of Home, died Tuesday, March 5, 2019 at UPMC Presbyterian Hospital.

Born March 17, 1936, in Sagamore, he was the son of August Pompelia and Mary Marcoline Pompelia and was the youngest of twelve children and attended Shannock Valley High School.

He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sagamore and St. Mary's Catholic Church in Yatesboro.

He retired early from Fisher Scientific in Indiana after 26 years and remained self-employed until his retirement.

Charlie loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He excelled in athletics in high school and beyond as he continued to play baseball, softball and basketball for many years competing in various leagues in Ohio and Pennsylvania.

He enlisted in the Army from 1955-1957 8th Infantry Division and 13th Infantry Division "First at Vicksburg". While serving he made life-long friendships.

Best of all, Charlie was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He married the love of his life, Diana G. Bonacci Pompelia 60 years ago in 1959. He loved his precious grandchildren, Quinn and Nick, and spending time with his family was what he cherished most. He also adored his sweet dog and faithful companion, Buffy.

He is survived by his wife, Diana G. Pompelia, daughter, Tina (Jeffrey) Prusasky residing in Home, Pa; daughter, Gina (Ronald) Stalnaker and granddaughter, Quinn Stalnaker, and grandson, Nick Stalnaker residing in Bridgeport, WV; brother, Dominic (Audrey) Pompelia of Strongsville, OH; sister, Jenny (Thomas) O'Donnell of Naperville, IL and several nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received from 6-9 pm Friday, March 8th, at Carson-Boyer Funeral Home, Inc, 724 W. Main St. Rural Valley, PA.

A funeral mass will be held at 2 pm, Saturday, March 9th, at St. Mary, Mother of God Church in Yatesboro with Rev. Victor S. Baguna officiating. Burial will take place in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Sagamore.