Charles C. Conides, a resident of Anchorage since 1961, died on November 11 th , 2021 at the age of 97 at home with his family. Charlie was born September 21 st , 1924 in Manhattan, NY. He was one of 21 children. At 17 he enlisted in the U.S. Army. Before entering combat in WWII, he met the love of his life and wife of 76 years, Beryl Meade, in England. After the war, they married and started a family. They lived many places including Germany, Kentucky, Virginia, Washington, Hawaii and their home of 60 years, Alaska. During his military career, Charlie served 23 years in the Army, achieving the ranking of Sergeant Major, 20 years in Civil Service as a Commissary Officer and retired in 1981. The family moved to Alaska in 1961 and knew they wanted to settle here. After retiring, Charlie worked for John Stepps Friendly Ford where he bought Beryl a bright orange 1965 Mustang. Charlie loved fishing on the Russian River. He fished until he was 90 and was known on the river for his expertise. Beryl helped him filet, can and deliver salmon to family in the US and the UK. Charlie was known for his kindness, generosity, compassion, for always putting his family first and for being their rock. He carried himself with pride, strong values and character. As a soldier he was incredibly courageous and hard-working. He was preceded in death by his son, Charles M. Conides, his parents and 20 siblings. He is survived by his wife, Beryl, his daughters Helen Collins, Sandra Butler, Beryl O’Dell (son-in-law, Jess O’Dell), Yvette Conides. His Grandchildren – Jeremiah Thibodeaux, Michelle Agron, Charlie Collins, Kathleen Baer, Ryan Doyle, Riley Doyle, Taylor Conides. 11 great grandchildren and 7 great-great grandchildren. Viewing at Legacy Heritage Chapel at 440 E Klatt Road at 11:00 AM on Friday, November 19th. Burial after at Ft. Richardson National Cemetery at 12:30 PM.