Obituary of Charles W. Bishop

GOUVERNEUR- Charles W. "Chuck" or "Red" Bishop, age 72 of Gouverneur, passed away on Monday, May 09, 2016 at Gouverneur Hospital. There will be calling hours for Charles on Saturday, May 14, 2016 from 12:00 until 1:00 p.m. with his funeral service immediately following at 1:00 p.m. at French Funeral Home, Gouverneur with Rev. Beth Benham officiating. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in Richville. Condolences may be shared online at www.frenchfuneralhomes.com. Charles was born on May 27, 1943 to the late Ernest F. and Elizabeth (Hadfield) Bishop. He attended Gouverneur Central School. A marriage to Anna Dewan ended in divorce. He married Karen Prashaw on November 5, 1988 at Karen's mothers' home in Richville. Red worked for 25 years at St. Joe Mineral Corp; then worked for 3 years for DKB Transportation driving tractor trailer; Spilman's Garage for 10 years; and for Willis Shattuck Auctioneer for about 15 years. He enjoyed camping on the St. Lawrence River and spending time with his family. His family would frequently joke with him about his enjoyment to keep the community clean, by always stopping along the roadway to gather bottles and cans. His sense of humor will be greatly missed. Charles is survived by his wife, Karen of Gouverneur; a son and daughter-in-law, Brooke "Chip" and Crystal Bishop of Gouverneur; three brothers, James "Red" E. Bishop of Gouverneur, Timothy H. and Anita Bishop of Mannsville and David E. and Linda Bishop of Dekalb Jct.; a granddaughter, Cheyenne Bishop and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by a son, Robert Bishop, who died in infancy. Donations may be made in Charles' memory to the Gouverneur Volunteer Rescue Squad or to the Gouverneur Volunteer Fire Department.