Charles Dailey, Jr. Obituary (1940 - 2022)

Charles E. Dailey Jr., 82, of Attleboro, passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2022 at the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington, MA. He was the loving husband of the late Phyllis Dailey. Charles is survived by his devoted son, Sean Dailey and his partner Alison Gerrior both of Wenham, his treasured granddaughter, Cameron Dailey of Wenham; sister-in-law, Helen Medeiros of Attleboro, nephew, Paul Medeiros of Attleboro and his cousin, Caroline Shepard of Attleboro. Born on June 12, 1940 in Pawtucket, RI he was a son of the late Charles Sr. and Gladys Dailey. Charles received an associate degree in Drafting from Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston. He later worked for many years in the South Shore area drafting and designing PC Boards at Augets, Codex, and Thermo Jarrell Ash. After leaving the tech world he decided he loved driving and worked as a driving education instructor at the Attleboro Driving School, and finally at Foxfield Taxi. Charles was raised Protestant and attended the Evangelical Covenant Church in Attleboro MA. He loved Boston sports and the Pawtucket Red Sox, he enjoyed going to the games and collecting cards, autographs and memorabilia. Charles also enjoyed collecting antique toys such as GI Joes and cars. He enjoyed woodworking and created many interesting projects. Charles was frequently seen out at yard sales or walking miles through local flea markets hunting for treasures. He loved working out at Planet Fitness in Mansfield and North Attleboro and would be there many times a week. Never take anything for granted, Charles approached life with a great positive attitude. He was always up for an adventure or to tackle an interesting problem. Charles was a kind caring man who would do anything for his family. The family would like to thank the staff of the Branches of North Attleboro, CareOne in Wilmington, Sturdy Memorial Hospital and Lahey Hospital and Medical Center. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday, July 15, 2022 at the Duffy-Poule Funeral Home, 20 Peck Street, Attleboro. A funeral service will immediately follow at 11 a.m. in the funeral home. Burial will follow in the North Purchase Cemetery, Attleboro. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Cure Alzheimer's Fund out of Wellesley Hills MA. https://curealz.org/