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Charles Henry Briggs Jr.
Charles Henry Briggs Jr., age 61, of Moorestown passed away on Sunday, August 22nd, 2021, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Heaven gained a new carpenter that day.
Chuck was born on April 1st, 1960, in Mount Holly, NJ. He was a lifelong resident of Moorestown. Chuck was a devoted family man whose carpentry skills facilitated him to serve the community of Moorestown. He was the co-owner of HB Construction for over 30 years. From the young age of just 14, Chuck worked harder than anyone on the jobsites, most of the time swinging a hammer 7 days a week. He was perpetually in motion with projects and endeavors. Some called it controlled chaos, but he never lost track. You would never know the stress of his schedule because an infectious smile never left his face. As a contractor, he did work on many of the homes in the Moorestown area, leaving a little piece of himself behind with every job. His crew usually consisted of lifelong friends and family. He occasionally hired his sons and their friends to work with him, but no one was immune from “not having to show up the next day”. Sure enough, he would always recant and hire them back with a quick phone call. In any case, it was a small price to pay for perfection in his work. He played a part in many people’s dream homes but, sadly, was unable to complete his own perfect escape in the Poconos.
Chuck applied “tough love” with his boys. He stuck a mower in their hands as soon as they could walk and had them hauling concrete forms from foundations in the sweltering summer heat at just 15 years old. This was only because he intended to build them into men. He instilled lifelong lessons within them at a young age. He adored the game of hockey, educating his boys and the rest of Moorestown’s’ youth, harnessing their individual skillsets through coaching MYSHA. The Moorestown Youth Street Hockey Association was always blessed with his presence, as it quickly became his second home while the boys grew up. He also played ice hockey himself on Monday nights with the boys.
Things always seemed to have a habit of following Chuck home: a dog, cats, a boat, motorcycles, snowmobiles, quads, Corvettes, and a Jeep. While purchasing his beloved toys, he was always doing someone a favor who needed the money, but it was ultimately something the family could enjoy using. He could justify every purchase and every decision he ever made.
He is survived by his loving wife and longtime friend, Nicole Briggs (Gregorio). Nicole, who lived just five houses down from him, had a crush from the young age of 7. They would share 37 years together, 32 married. He is also survived by his sons, Charles H. Briggs III (Chaz) and Jeffrey C. Briggs (Jeff); parents Darlene and Charles H. Briggs Sr. (Bud); sisters Margie Mastroianni (Jim) and Sherri (Jack) Briggs-Allison; his many loving nieces and nephews; great niece and great nephews as well. He was predeceased by his sister, Vickie (Michael) Hynes.
Come celebrate 61 great years on Thursday, August 26th, 2021, from 5-7 p.m. at Sweeney Funeral Home, Riverside, NJ. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, August 27th, 2021, at 10:30a.m. at Our Lady of Good Counsel Church in Moorestown, NJ. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity below:
• Leukemia Lymphoma Society: www.lls.org
• The Perelman School of Medicine (UPenn): https://www.pennmedicine.org/giving
• Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center: https://giving.mskcc.org/
• Samaritan Hospice: https://samaritannj.org/giving/donate-now/
• MYSHA (Moorestown Youth Street Hockey Association): www.mysha.org
o A “Chuck Briggs Memorial Fund” is currently being set up and information will be available on the website soon
14 Comments
Rest in God’s peace.
I have known “Chuck” for several years through our Mens Ice Hockey. He always had a smile and never had anything bad to say about anyone. Always wanted to know how you were doing whether we saw each other every week or not for extended periods of time. We have definitely lost one of the good ones. Please accept my sincerest condolences on your loss. He will be greatly missed.
I’m so sorry to hear of Chuck’s passing. My heart goes out to the Briggs as they find their way through such a difficult time. Praying for God’s love to surround you in warm, healing memories as he carries you through this painful time.
I met Chuck in 4th grade. Even back then he was an easy going, smiling kid. The kind of person you knew was a good person and liked immediately. The world was a better place with him in it and a bit worse off now that he is gone. My condolences to his family. I am truly sorry for you loss.
Nicole, Chaz, Jeff and the rest of Chuck’s family, I am so sorry for this loss. Chuck, so many great memories of you from college days! Just thinking of them still makes me laugh! You have the best smile! Also great LBI shore memories when we rented your house. You will surely be missed.
One of the best left us too soon. Our hearts hurt for all that knew and loved him. We were blessed to have him in our lives and share many memories with him. It’s not goodbye Chuck but see you on the other side-we shall meet again. Much love to all his family and friend.
Rick, Missy, Alex and Sean Humes
Nicole and family, we are saddened to hear of Chuck’s passing. An amazing man loved by so many. Sending love and prayers to a wonderful family.
Love, Steve, Mary, Luke & Matt Emerson.
Deepest Sympathy for all of our grieving family and friends
You and your loved ones will be in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry I cannot be there for
you for the services Nicole, but I am just a phone call away.
To Nicole, Chaz, Jeff and the Briggs family…we would like to extend our deepest sympathy in Chuck’s passing. His unconditional love for his wife, sons and extended family was apparent in everything he did. Rest In Peace Chucky, now free of pain and suffering.
Bob and Michelle Hafer and family
So sad to hear of Chucks passing. You couldnt live in Lenola without knowing and loving the Briggs family. Growing up in Lenola was richer, more fun and exciting when he was around. Our sincere condolances, love and prayers to the family. May warm memories surround you all. Kathy Willis and family, Donna Willis clark and family.
NICOLE, MY CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND THE FAMILY.
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Chuck. I grew up with Chuck while my family lived on Center St before we moved to upstate NY. He was a great friend and mentor to me, as his hard working traits as a young man were instilled in myself. I always tried to emulate him as a younger friend of his. Rest In Peace Chuck, sorry I wasn’t able to reconnect with you!! My sincere condolences to the Briggs family, I miss & love you all!!
What can be said, chuck was a wonderful husband, father, friend and neighbor. I am happy that he was our lifelong friend and neighbor. Briggs gang our prayers are with you at this time.
Ron,Kathy , Ronnie & Denise