Charles Reich, age 72, passed away peacefully on Friday, Aug. 2, 2024, at Catered Living Memory Care in Ocean Pines, MD. Born in Connellsville, he was the son of the late Everett Reich and Rosella Brille Reich. He retired as manager of the Research and Technology Center at US Steel in Pittsburgh, PA after a long career that took him to many countries across the world. Chuck had many hobbies including running marathons, cycling, and spending time on the beach, but his biggest passion was music. He was a seasoned drummer playing in many bands from junior high school and throughout the rest of his life. This passion was passed down to all four of his grandsons. Chuck even had the opportunity to play in a band with them for over 10 years in Pittsburgh and the surrounding area. After his retirement he and his wife relocated to Ocean City, MD due to the many memories they made there on family vacations. Above all, his favorite role was that of a grandparent, and Chuck treasured his time with the grandkids and loved being their Papa.He is survived by his loving wife JoAnne Nicklow Reich; daughter, Carla Cataldo (Joe), son, Derek Reich (Jessica); brother, August Reich (Sandy); sister, Priscilla Carme (Mike); and his four grandsons, Anthony Cataldo (Brandy), Jordan Cataldo (Amanda), Blaine and Logan Reich. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Kathy Reich. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, 912 Killian Hill Road S.W, Lilburn, GA 30047 or at www.lbda.org/donate. The family would like to thank the staff at Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center, Catered Living Memory Care, and Coastal Hospice for the special care they provided to Chuck. Cremation followed his death. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2024, at the BURBAGE FUNERAL HOME in Berlin, MD. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. with the service starting at 12 noon. At a future date a Celebration of Life will be held back in his hometown area. Letters of condolence can be sent to the family via www.burbagefuneralhome.com. Arrangements are in the care of the BURBAGE FUNERAL HOME, Berlin, MD. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.