Charles Catanach

Charles A. Catanach passed away on September 15, 2026. He was 62 years old. Charles was born on January 30, 1964, in Santa Fe New Mexico and was the 5th of 7 brothers of Jimmy and Gloria Catanach. Charlie worked as a journeyman plumber with Saddleback Plumbing until around 2015. He was a graduate of Santa Fe High School and Albuquerque Technical Vocation Institute. Charlie really loved his family and was a loyal son to both his parents. He took extraordinary care of his mother in her final years spending quality time with her, he would take her to all her appointments, doctor, grocery trips, hairdressers and visiting family, etc. He was especially a joy to his nephews and nieces. He had special relationships with each of them which left them wonderful and unforgettable memories. He joked with them in such a hilarious way that they would remember what he said and did when they would all get together. He will have a everlasting impression on each of them. He probably was their favorite uncle. He also had a good relationship with his sister-in-laws which he also joked with. They also have good memories of his relationship.

Charles is preceded in death by his father Jimmy Sr., his mother Gloria and his brother Ronald, nephew Patrick and Elijah. He is survived by his brothers Michael (Marcella), Andrew (Paula), Leroy (Michele), David (Anna), Jimmy Jr. (Roberta). His nephews and nieces are Melanie Neal (Joshua), Aaron (Kelsey), Brian, Christopher (Madaline), Desiree, Tasha Rachal (Joe), Eric, Daniel, Alexandria Paul (Daniel), Christina, Celina, Michael Graham (Gwindolyn), James (Viviana) and finally Adrianna. His great nephews and nieces Alyssa, Ryan (Sierra), Jadyn, Zia, Sadie, Bailey, Rory, Wesley, Jamie, Lucas, Alina, Celeste, Marlena, Rhaelyn, Cooper, Harlee, Bentlee, Violet, Mikayla, Mikey, Adrien and finally Alejandro. And many uncles, aunts and cousins.

Charlie had favorite activities such as fishing, boating, camping with family and go out to gather firewood with his brothers. He was a fan of Norte Dame Fighting Irish Football team, Dallas Cowboys football team, and enjoyed watching NASCAR races. This last year Charlie enjoyed reading the Holy Bible. He made it a daily routine every morning to read, study and talk about it. He started reading it over again for a 3rd time.

Charlie will forever be missed by each one of his family and friends and all those who knew him.

Celebration of Life Services will be held on Tuesday, October 20th, 2026, at the San Isidro Catholic Church, with the rosary starting at 9:30 am and mass at 10:00 am. A short burial service will be held after at the Rosario Cemetery at 12:30 pm. Reception following.