Obituary of Charles E. Binns

Florence Twp., Charles E. Binns, age 67 of Florence, died Wednesday in Samaritan Hospice, Virtua Memorial Hospital, Mount Holly. Mr. Binns was born in Auburn, NY. He was the son of the late John and Lucille Bloomingdale Binns and resided in Florence Twp. 42 years. He was a retired Manager, employed by National Cash Registers New York, NY with 32 years service. Mr. Binns was a US Navy veteran during the Vietnam War. He was a 1957 graduate of Leavenworth Central High School, Wolcott, NY. Charles was a member of the Willitts Hogan Tonne American Legion Post 39, Roebling and former member of the Florence Township Volunteer Fire Company. After his retirement, he enjoyed spending time repairing and rebuilding bicycles for all of the neighborhood children. He will be fondly remembered as "Mr. Bicycle Man". Charles enjoyed gardening, water sports and motorcycle riding. He is survived by his wife of 44 years: Margaret Tatrai Binns Daughter & Son-in-law: Sandra & Charles Pearson of Vero Beach, FL Son & Daughter-in-law: David & GiGi Binns of Springfield Twp. 8 grandchildren: Lisa & Kevin Pearson of Vero Beach, FL Sherie, Nadine, Cosette, & Angie Binns of Springfield Twp. Matthew Binns of Burlington Steven Maio of Florence 1 great grandchild Jordon Binns of Burlington Nephew: Bill Tatrai of Philadelphia, PA Friends may call Saturday from 10:00AM until 12:00 Noon at Koschek and Porter Funeral Directors 1115 Hornberger Ave., Roebling. Interment will be private at the convenience of the family. American Legion services will be 11:30AM. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial donations be sent to Samaritan Hospice 5 Eves Dr. Suite 300 Marlton, NJ 08053, American Heart Association 1 Union St. Suite 301 Robbinsville, NJ 08691 - 4183 or NJ Foundation for the Blind Attention: Finance Dept. 230 Diamond Spring Rd. P.O. Box 929 Denville, NJ 07834. Condolences may be sent to www.koschekandporterfuneralhome.com