Charles Braccio, Jr.

June 27, 1950 - December 19, 2020

Charlie Braccio was a beloved husband of 39 years, father, brother and friend whose legacy of resilience and perseverance lives on forever. He was a committed postal worker for forty years. He selflessly dedicated his life to his wife and two daughters, even if it meant working and traveling long hours through the coldest and darkest of days. He beat cancer in 1997 but scathed with chronic excruciating pain he fought through life without a single complaint and a smile on his face. Even in these circumstances, he was relentless in providing for his family. Music was Charlie's passion. As an avid collector with an old soul he amassed thousands of records and albums -- the likes of Johnny Maestro, swing, doo wop and R&B. He could tell you every detail of each artist and the story behind them. He still possesses his first record from age 12. He also enjoyed sharing his knowledge about old noir movies. Charlie has touched the lives of countless people whether it be striking up a conversation with a stranger at the grocery store or whipping up a custom mixtape for his friends and coworkers. He was such a genuine and thoughtful person whom everyone knew and loved effortlessly. Charlie will always be remembered. Survived by wife Christine and daughters Nicole and Olivia. The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 5:00 PM on Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at John Vincent Scalia Home for Funerals, Inc., 28 Eltingville Blvd, Staten Island, New York. A service will be held in the funeral home on Wednesday, December 23rd, 2020 at 10 a.m. The service will be available via Zoom for family and friends who wish to attend virtually. Capacity in person is limited to 30 people due to New York City Restrictions. Please see the link at the bottom of the obituary. Following the service, Charles will be intered in Resurrection Cemetery. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.scaliahome.com Please be mindful due to the current State mandate that a mask must be worn at all times in the funeral home and social distancing requirements must be followed during the services. Due to the current Pandemic a strict 30 person in room policy is in effect. The family requests no hugging, shaking of hands or kissing be done at this time for everyone's safety. Due to the current pandemic circumstances please note: We do not accept deliveries from outside vendors for bakery products, fruit baskets, and floral arrangements until further notice. Floral Arrangements can be purchased from our in house floral designers who work under the most stringent sanitary conditions which include temperature checks, mask wearing, distancing and protective clothing. To place a floral order please call 718-948-2016. We must protect the families we serve, our own families and staff who operate the funeral home. Scalia Funeral Home is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Charles Braccio Funeral Service Time: Dec 23, 2020 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83179141796?pwd=ZmZnVjBGMElpRXVuR2dUWXJzVmpPQT09 Meeting ID: 831 7914 1796 Passcode: 077437 One tap mobile +16465588656,,83179141796#,,,,*077437# US (New York) +13017158592,,83179141796#,,,,*077437# US (Washington D.C) Dial by your location +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington D.C) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) Meeting ID: 831 7914 1796 Passcode: 077437 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/klMB0AFnN