Charles ‘Charlie’ Angelo Poalillo dies at 86 

Charles (Charlie) Angelo Poalillo

– Charles “Charlie” Angelo Poalillo, 86, died peacefully June 11, 2015 in the Paso Robles vineyard he planted 35 years ago. Born Sept. 4, 1928 in New Jersey, Charlie moved to California as a young man. He was a successful commercial photographer, respected realtor and enthusiastic grape grower/winemaker.

He is survived by his daughter Susan Joyce (Poalillo) Garretson, son-in-law David Garretson, and son Andrew Charles (Valerie) Poalillo; grandchildren Andrew and Sara Garretson, Vanessa Von Burg, and Ashley (David) Von Edge; great-grandchildren Lane and Scarlett Kingsbury; youngest sister Carol Hessler, and sister-in-law Lyleen (Bob) Ewing.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 58 years, Joyce Poalillo; son Richard Frank Poalillo, father Frank Angelo Poalillo, mother Mathilde Iovanna, stepfather Albert Iovanna, sisters Adelaide (Eddie) Veltre & Beatrice (Earl) Hein, and brother-in-law Philip Hessler.

Charlie was loved by many and his infectious smile will always shine in our hearts.

A memorial and celebration of life potluck will be held at the Templeton Community Park, August 1 at 3 p.m. Floral contributions can be made at Adelaide Floral in Templeton. For more information, please call Andy Poalillo at (805) 238-0600 or Poalillo Vineyards at (805) 238-0621.

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Steve Allen

10 years ago

He will be missed! Always a gentleman.

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Val Poalillo

10 years ago

We miss him so much! It was his wish to "cork off" in the vineyard…He did it his way, but way to soon for us!

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Catie Garcia

10 years ago

When I think of Charlie I thank of Joyce, now they are together! I can just picture the smile on his face! Blessing to Family!

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Val Poalillo

10 years ago

Phone # correction 805-238-0600 for more information…Thank you

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Jan Lum Dallons

10 years ago

So gonna miss Charlie's smiling face and infectious laugh!. He always had a kiss and a hug for me. Prayers to the family.

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Edward McCall

10 years ago

He'll be missed!

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