Elysburg - Carmen M. Cesari, 80, of Elysburg, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, at the Geisinger Medical Center, Danville.

He was born March 1, 1939, in Ashland, a son of the late Russell and Josephine (Feudale) Cesari.

Carmen, more commonly known as Chuck, graduated from Kulpmont High School in 1957. The next four years he served in the Coast Guard, spending most of his time in New York City.

At a young age he worked with his father on the coal truck and also with his brother on a garbage route. In the early 60s, his love of music led him to many years of playing in popular bands. The Imperials was his first band. D.Kool and the Kasuals, the next band, had releases on Cameo Parkway Records. Many other popular bands came about such as Sound Commission, Kicks, and LCD.

He was also a booking agent for many of the popular bands in the area and booked the Monday night dances at Knoebels. He was a branch manager of Central Pennsylvania Savings Association for 20 years. Chuck's previous time at Knoebels lead into operating Cesari's Pizza and also managing the Alamo Restaurant and surrounding stands until 2015. The last four years he was ordering the food for the caterings at Knoebels.

Chuck's passion was collecting classic and muscle cars, vintage motorcycles, and guitars. He also enjoyed having friends join him to watch movies, play music, and cruise in his cars.

He is survived by his wife, Donna (Lombard) Cesari; daughter, Angela Martini and son-in-law James Martini of Elysburg; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Joseph and Sandy Cesari of Kulpmont, and Russell and Joann Cesari of Annapolis, Md.; one sister and brother-in-law, Donna and Larry Rompallo of Kulpmont; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his son, Brian.

A viewing will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29, and from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 30, followed by the funeral at 11, at Rothermel-Heizenroth Funeral & Cremation Services, Elysburg, with Pastor Josh Notestine officiating.

Interment will be in All Saints Cemetery, Elysburg.

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