Francis “Chester” Dalton – 89, of North Reading and formerly of Chelsea, died Saturday, January 13, 2018, at the Woodbriar Health Center in Wilmington.
Born in Fort Augustus, Prince Edward Island, Canada on May 14, 1928. Chester left school at a young age to work on the farm for his mother and father. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict. He received the Army of Occupation Medal Germany and a Bronze Star Medal.
Chester was a manager for Superior Column, he retired after 44 years of service. He was a very hard worker all of his life. He helped many people building homes and doing various repair work. He provided for his five children, which he loved so much.
He loved gardening, fishing and had a great love for Prince Edward Island. He has been a resident of North Reading for the past 60 years and a member of St. Theresa’s Church. He was also a member of the American Legion, Knights of Columbus and the Saugus V.F.W.
Family members include his loving wife of 63 years, Margaret “Charlotte” (Hughes) Dalton; sons, James Dalton and his wife Cheryl, Shawn Dalton and the late Wayne Dalton; daughters, Paula Sollazzo and her husband Frank and Pamela Howe and her husband Bobbie; 9 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren; sisters, Evelyn Gill and Thelma Woolridge and the brother of the late Arnold, Bill, Mellie, Eddy, Frank, Pauline, Rita, Lawrence, Emmett and Ivan.
His funeral will be held from the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Friday, January 19 at 9:15 AM, followed by a 10:30 AM Funeral Mass at St. Theresa’s Church 63 Winter Street (Rt. 62), North Reading. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, January 18 from 4 to 8 PM. Burial will be in Riverside cemetery in North Reading. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the charity of one’s choice. www.croswellfuneral home.com
Our sincere sympathies to Charlotte and all the family in the sad passing of Cheddy, a very well known and loved former Islander. We are first cousins of Charlotte; and my husband Ray is a first cousin of Cheddy’s. We have many fond memories of their visits to our community over the years. May you take comfort in all the beautiful memories made over the years. Sincerely Marlene and Ray Hughes and Thelma and Merlin Kelly, Fort Augustus, PE
Our sincere condolences to Charlotte and family on Chesters passing. Godspeed to him on his journey home.
My deepest sympathy to Charlotte and to all the family on the loss of Chetty. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Eileen Hughes (Kelly), Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Our sincere sympathy to Charlotte, Paula, Pam, Jimmy , Shawn and their wives, grandchildren, and great grand children.
We all loved Chetty and loved to have him visit with us. His stories of early life in Fort Augustus and especially his memories with my dad and mom always brought joy and tears to my eyes.
Chetty enjoyed the company of every age from babies to the elderly. He was a captivating man who has compassion and love for all living things.
My family will greatly miss Chetty and we know that he will find great peace and love in his Heavenly Kingdom.
Love,
Judy,Laura Lee, Gary, Renee Jason and children
Cheddy was a good hearted man. He was always kind. A wonderful family man who loved fishing and cookouts and a game of horseshoes. I will miss seeing you around in the summer stopping for a chat heading to uncle Ray’s. Sorry for your loss to all those who knew him.
May the comfort of knowing that your Dad, brother,friend or relative,lived this life with true love for everyone,bring you joy to see him be taken to his place in eternal life. A great and true neighbour for the Hughes family on PEI.
Love Eileen & Patrick Curran.
May our Lord bless and comfort you, Charlotte, and your family during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Helen Milne (Kelly), Woodburn, Nova Scotia
Dear Charlotte, Paula, Pam, Jimmy, Shawn and families, our sincere condolences on the passing of Uncle Chetty. Our memories of Chetty are filled with laughter, love and great times. Our trips through Boston would not be complete without an evening at Chetty and Charlotte’s. Chetty also reminded me so much of my father, Melvin Dalton. Thank you for all the wonderful memories Chetty, your life was well lived and we will always think of you with warm and loving thoughts.
My deepest sympathies to you all. Growing up living next door to Chet, Charlotte and the family holds very fond memories in my heart. A man full of love and smiles and always a helping hand to my mom and dad whenever needed. A very sweet man. Wishing you all much peace, comfort and love today and in the days and months to come.
Love, Vickie Rajaniemi and family
My brother, Vernon and his wife Hildegard McCaughey, were good friends with Chetty and Charlotte and they enjoyed many good times together. Vernon and Chetty shared lots of good stories about growing up In Fort Augustus. Our family would like to express our deepest sympathy to all Chetty’s family. From the McCaughey Family
To: Charlotte, Paula, Pam, Jimmy, Shawn and families, may the Lord Bless you all in the days ahead. A loss at any age is a separation. Chetty was an honorable man always ready for a good chat. His door was always open to anyone. Pete loved Chetty and had many good times visiting with him in Boston and when Chetty and Charlotte came to visit us all in Brantford. He is now reunited with his mother and father and all his brothers, what a glorious reunion that will be. R.I,P. Uncle Chet.
My deepest condolences to Charlotte and the family. I have so many good memories of Chetty and Charlotte coming to Brantford and staying with us, also the times I went to Boston the laughs we had and talking about the good ole days. Chet was a kind and caring man always ready to lend a hand, may he rest in peace.
My sincere condolences Aunt Charlotte and family for the loss of Uncle Chetty. He was a wonderful, kind man who had a smile for anyone. I will forever cherish the fond memories I have of Uncle Chetty and the phone calls he made to me in Brantford. It gives me great comfort and I hope it does for you too, knowing that the “Dalton Boys” are all together once again! Gone but never forgotten,R.I.P. Uncle Chetty xoxo
Chester will be missed I’m sure.I knew him for. 47 yrs.When I lived in No.Reading I worked for him.Wayne was a good friend.When ever I went into house and seen Chester he was always in a great mood.Prayers to all his family.
My sympathies to Charlotte and family
Our deepest sympathy to Charlotte and the whole family. Thinking of you all, and all of our great memories of Chetty.
Sincerely,
Brendon and Georgina Ostridge, Fort Augustus PEI
My deepest condolences to Gip, Paula, Pam, Jimmy and Shawn. Chester was a dear friend. He was always willing to help anyone. I have so many fond memories of trips to PEI, weekends chopping wood, celebrating family events and Chester stopping by the house for a drink and a chat. Thoughts and prayers to all who knew and loved Chester.
My sincere sympathy on Chet’s death. Mom and Dad were close family friends for years. Dad’s sister,Theresa,was married to Chet’s dear brother,Ivan ..There were a lot of fun times when the Daltons were home every summer.These memories will be cherished forever.Treasure all the fond memories,Charlotte and family.
I am sooo sorry for your loss. Chester was a great great man. They the molds on guys like that. I am happy to have known and share time with him. The Dalton’s are in my prayers…. Novie has lost a wonderful sole….
Especially PEI!!!… sorry it cut me off before I was done.
My deepest sympathy to all the family on the loss of chetty he was a nice man & good friend of my dad Everett Jay i looked forward to his visits to PEI thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time
Thinking of you all at this sorrowful time. Loved it when Chet visited PEI. We would walk over to the cottage for a visit. There was always a drink and a story about Mary and Paddy or Mick and Josie or Great Aunt Clara. Take care and hope to see you all here on PEI again.
Our sincere sympathy to you Charlotte and all the family on Chester’s passing. We so enjoyed the many trips to visit us while on PEI. He will be missed by all who knew him. Take care of one another…Kevin and Sheila Coffin and Lousie and David Smith
So sorry to all Chettys family on his passing.He was a wonderful kind man,always wanting to chat and tell old stories.You always felt welcomed when you visit him and Charlotte at the cottage.He will be missed.God Bless and take care. Jerry and Susan Kelly and family.
So sorry Paula to hear about your father. I always had fond memories of your family visiting pei. We had such fun times. Give my condolences to your mother and all the Dalton family.
Take care!
Charlotte abd family so sorry to hear of Chet’s death. What a wonderful person, so full of life, a joy to be around. You will be in my prayers. May the peace of Christ be with all. I will let Doris know of your loss.
Elizabeth (Liggy) from Montague PEI