Charles P. Colognesi

April 10, 1927 - January 27, 2022

Charles P. Colognesi Passed away at his home in Channahon on Thursday, January 27, 2022. Charles was born on April 10, 1927 to Mario and Josephine (nee Colombo) Colognesi. Charles married his loving wife Norma Marietta on November 1, 1947. To this union of 67 years they were blessed with their two children; son, Charles D. (Sandra) Colognesi and daughter, Susan Kruger. Also survived by his grandchildren, Lori Hess, Eric (Kristin) Colognesi, Sara Kruger, Nathan (Tara) Kruger and Neil Kruger. Great grandchildren; Jax Kruger, Kai Hess and Stone Garn as well as several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Norma, infant daughter, Shirley and his sister, Rita Skiniotes and brother, Rudy Colognesi. Charles worked as General Foreman at Humphrey Machine Shop in Joliet, IL for 44 years. After retiring he build a wood working shop where he meticulously built many beautiful furnishings. Charles also enjoyed cutting grass at Cinder Ridge Golf Course for several years. A heartfelt thank you to all who shared kind words and prayers when they were so needed. A special thank you to Lightways Hospice Staff for their support and care through this journey. For those wishing to leave lasting memorials please consider donations to Lightways Hospice, Joliet, IL. In honoring Charles' wishes, cremation rites have been accorded and no services will be held. Please remember Charles as the kind, loving and very talented and fun man that he was. May he rest in peace.