Charles M. Bay

Charles M. "Charlie" Bay, 48, of Melvin Ave., Bradford, passed away, Sunday, May 5, 2019, at Buffalo General Hospital.

Born December 23, 1970 in Coudersport, he was a son of George L. and Loisanne "Lois" (Burket) Bay, of Bradford, who survive. 
 
Charlie was a 1989 graduate of Bradford High School. After graduation he attended Lock Haven University and participated in their boxing program as a light-weight boxer. 

He owned and operated CMB Landscaping Services. Charlie had a true passion for the outdoors; he loved fishing, hiking, skiing and riding almost anything with a motor. Some of his fondest memories were those that included helping children to explore mother nature. He loved wrestling and promoted high school and collegiate athletics. Charlie was an avid music lover and a collector of Pink Floyd and Dave Matthews Band memorabilia. He was know for his contagious laugh, infectious smile, and his kind and compassionate spirit. 

Surviving in addition to his parents, are three daughters, Lindsey Bay of Harrison Valley, Chloe Bay, of Bradford and Bella Bay, of Bradford, one granddaughter Ryleigh Metcalf, one sister, Diane Susan Bay, of Bradford, one brother, Douglas (Mikele) Bay, of Mount Jewett, his former wife Amy (Johnson) Bay, two nieces George and Eben, and several cousins.

Family will be receiving friends on Friday, May 10, 2019 from 6:00 to 8:00pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc., 33 South Ave. and again on Saturday from 10:00 to 11:00am. At 11:00 am funeral services will be held with Rev. Rob Klouw, co-pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, officiating. 

Memorials if desired may be made to Care for Children, 723 East Main St., Bradford, PA 16701.

Online condolences may be made @ www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

To Charlie''s Family and Friends, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember fondly, Charlie''s friendship at West Branch Elementary and hanging out with friends in his neighborhood. His smile was bright as was his fun loving personality and sincere interest in the good things in life. May you all cherish the joy and richness of the life he lived. He will be missed by so many.
— Lydia (Smith) Olechna

Loisanne and George, I am so very sorry for you and your family.
— Nancy Bridge

To Charlies family. So very sorry for Charlies passing. He had a very special loveable personality. Good man and will be missed greatly. May God bless.
— Larry Fox Suzie

Sorry for your loss, you and your family are in our prayers.
— Vickie & Steve Skvarka

So very sorry for your loss! Holding all of Charlie’s family in our prayers
— The Shipman Family

Mr. and Mrs. Bay, I am so sorry for the loss of your son. Being a West Brancher with Charlie this breaks my heart. We had too many fun times back in the day and for that I am grateful. Many heartfelt prayers to you and his entire family.
— Kary (Simon) Jones

I am so sorry to hear about Charlie’s passing.
— Bob Horovitz

Loisanne and George..It was with stunned disbelief that I saw Charlies Obit in the paper. We are so sorry for you loss. God Bless and hold you in his loving arms during this difficult time.
— Pam and Tim Fry

WE ARE SO SORRY FOR CHARLIE DIEING. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED
— LARRY & SUZIE SPERRY

Charlie was a great guy who is now in the Kingdom. My family’s deepest sympathies to his family! May the love of the Lord carry you all in this terrible time!
— John Cramer

So unbearably sad , Charlie was such a kind thoughtful soul ..He was a true friend indeed always smiling and full of life . He will be very missed and so fondly remembered . Deepest sympathies to his beautiful family ??
— Donita Troutman Cobb

Mr. & Mrs. Bay and family. Our deepest condolences. This is such a tragedy for everyone. We loved Charlie very much. He was a wonderful devoted father. I will always treasure the times we spent fishing together and when Bella touch her first trout. She wasn’t thrilled at all. I still can hear Charlie just laughing hysterically. He will be forever in our Hart’s. Mr.and Mrs John Szur
— Mr. and Mrs. John and Julie Szur

Our deepest sympathies to the family.
— Fred and Vera Cloud

Our condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. Sam and Mary Ellen
— Sam Heyler

So sorry to hear. Charlie was a co-worker years ago...so sad to go so young. My prayers are with you all.
— Teri Spittler

To the Bay Family, So sorry for the passing of Charlie. Prayers! Great guy,will be greatly missed??
— Kat

It saddens me to hear of his passing. He was a fun loving, happy go lucky, always smiling guy. Charlie would be there in a second if you needed him. I will miss you my friend. Rest in peace.
— Sherry Aylward

Prayers to all of you, that he loves so dearly...??
— Linda Platko

Our deep condolences go out to your family.
— Lisa Kellett

Such a kind soul taken from this earth way too soon. My sympathy to Amy, his beautiful girls, family and friends. R.I.P.
— Brian Corbett

Im saddened to hear of Charlie. He was a good guy and always smiling and happy. My deepest condolences to his family.
— Jeff Fetterman

Sorry for your loss.What a great guy. Gone way too soon. R.I.P
— Bob Skaggs

My deepest sympathies to Charlie''s family and friends.
— Jean Ross

Condolences

  • To Charlie''s Family and Friends, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember fondly, Charlie''s friendship at West Branch Elementary and hanging out with friends in his neighborhood. His smile was bright as was his fun loving personality and sincere interest in the good things in life. May you all cherish the joy and richness of the life he lived. He will be missed by so many.

    — Lydia (Smith) Olechna
  • Loisanne and George, I am so very sorry for you and your family.

    — Nancy Bridge
  • To Charlies family. So very sorry for Charlies passing. He had a very special loveable personality. Good man and will be missed greatly. May God bless.

    — Larry Fox Suzie
  • Sorry for your loss, you and your family are in our prayers.

    — Vickie & Steve Skvarka
  • So very sorry for your loss! Holding all of Charlie’s family in our prayers

    — The Shipman Family