Charles R. Fletcher, Jr.

North Greenbush-Charles R. Fletcher, Jr. passed away peacefully at Albany Medical Center on November 1, 2026, with his family by his side, after falling at home, while doing what he loved, caring for his yard.

Charles was born in East Greenbush on April 19, 1935, and resided in North Greenbush for 65 years. He was the son of the late Charles R. and Sarah Suttie Fletcher.

Charlie graduated from Columbia High School, class of 1953. He attended Siena College and Syracuse University. He was employed as a Civil Engineer with the New York State Department of Transportation and the New York State Thruway Authority for a total of 37 years.

He served in the Army, stationed in Bayreuth, Germany. His wife Frances "Fran" whom he met on a blind date, joined him in Germany and they traveled to Paris, the Netherlands, and many parts of Germany. He was also employed as a licensed real estate broker for 27 years. Charlie built two family homes in North Greenbush along with his father, Charles Sr., a local builder.

After retirement, Fran and Charlie traveled to many destinations in the United States, went back to Germany, and visited many countries in Europe. Upon retirement, Fran and Charlie vacationed in the winter months in Naples, Florida for 20 years, and owned a home for 10 years at Naples Heritage Golf and Country Club. Charlie loved to golf with his wife and their friends.

The greatest joy of his life was his family. He always looked forward to hot dog lunches on the grill on Sundays in the summer. He loved family Sunday dinners, both by his pool and at his daughter and son-in-law's home.

The whole family enjoyed many vacations to Ogunquit, Maine; Cape Cod; and winter trips to Naples.

Fran and Charlie loved to garden and work around their home. He enjoyed wood working in his shop. Charlie was an avid Red Sox fan and waited 69 years to finally see them win the World Series. He loved all sports and looked forward to watching golf tournaments with his family.

He was predeceased by his treasured son, David C. Fletcher. Survivors include Frances, his beloved wife of 68 years, adoring daughter, Diane Fletcher Allen (Mike), cherished grandchildren, Michael D. Allen (Mary Baroch), Kristina Koonz (Matthew), and Kerry Lubarsky (Kevin). He is also survived by two precious great grandchildren, Levi Matthew Koonz and Micah Fletcher Koonz. Charlie is also survived by several cousins including, first cousin, Jane Konisky.

Relatives and friends are invited and may visit with Charles' family on Thursday, November 5, 2026, from 4-6pm at the W.J. Lyons, Jr. Funeral Home, 1700 Washington Avenue, Rensselaer. A funeral home service will be held the following morning, Friday November 6, 2026 at 10:30 am at the funeral home. Interment will be in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands.