Charles A. Kaplan Obituary

We bid farewell to Charles A. Kaplan of Rome, New York, born in Utica, New York, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 26, 2024 at the age of 97. Charles touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Charles had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Charles may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He is survived by: his wife Florence; his daughters, Lori Felice (Philip, family: Alex, Lauren) and Dr. Michelle Bass (Joel Bass); his grandsons, Dr. David Bass (Lauren) of Rochester, NY, Jared Bass (Katrina) of St. Petersburg, FL and Matthew Bass of Palo Alto, CA.; and his great grandchild Jill Kaplan (David Pendlebury) of Pittsboro, NC..

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Rome Hospital, the JCC of Utica or Hospice & Palliative Care, 4277 Middle Settlement Rd, New Hartford, NY 13413.