WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. —  

Charles T. Schlesinger, 86 of Williamstown and longtime civic leader in Williamstown died on Monday, August 5, 2024 at Berkshire Medical Center.

He was born in Oberlin, Ohio on August 17, 1937, a son to the late Alfred Cary Schlesinger and Ethel (Towne) Schlesinger. He spent his life between Oberlin and Williamstown, MA. Charles graduated from RPI in 1959 and then entered the military serving with the US Air Force ending his eight-year service with the rank of Captain. He then went to work for System Development Corporation for 15 years.

Charles married the former Jacquelyn Joan Long on March 20, 1982. After their marriage he moved to Williamstown, MA and owned and operated the Willows Motel for 11 years. He worked on the local family farm and for a local contractor for 15 years until his retirement. He was an active town supporter and served on several boards and committees, and was an elected member of the Williamstown Select Board for nine years.

Survivors include his loving wife, Jacquelyn as well as three sons; Peter Schlesinger, Daniel Schlesinger and Keith DeFinis and two daughters; Kathleen Freuden and Suzanne Kennedy and four grandchildren. He also leaves a brother Richard. Charles was predeceased by a son Andrew J. Cary “A.J”. Schlesinger in 2017 and a brother, Alfred T. Schlesinger.

FUNERAL NOTICE: Graveside services with full military honors for family and close friends for Charles T. Schlesinger will be held on Monday, August 12, 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Sherman Burbank Chapel in Eastlawn Cemetery, where burial will follow in the family lot. Memorial donations may be made to United Cerebral Palsy Association of Berkshire County, Inc. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.