Charles P. Tabler

January 26, 1942 - March 24, 2022

Charles P. “Charlie” Tabler, 80 of Naples, FL (formerly of Hamilton, OH), passed away at his residence on Thursday, March 24, 2022. Charlie was born in Hamilton, Ohio, on January 26, 1942, to Albert E. Tabler and Hilda (Gardner) Tabler. Charlie attended Hamilton Catholic High School and The University of Cincinnati. He started his career in material handling, became an engineer and ultimately owned his own company within the industry. He was responsible for over 20 patents. He retired in 2010. His hobbies included fishing, golf, woodworking, stone carving and playing the piano. He also enjoyed cooking and gardening and was an avid card player. He was the author of 2 books. Throughout his life, he was consistently active in his parishes. Most recently, he held the position of HOA director of Turnberry Woods in The Strand for the last 10 years. Survivors include his beloved wife of 58 years, Rita C. (McHugh) Tabler; loving children, Matt (Gina) Tabler, Mark (Michelle) Tabler, and Bonnie (Jordy) Schulgasser; grandchildren, Kori (Andrew), Ben (Lexi), Luke, Ali, Jaymee, Dani, Jake and Julia; and great-grandchild, Harlee. Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, Albert E. Tabler and Hilda Tabler; siblings, Patricia Tabler, Marian Schmidtz, Albert J. Tabler, William Tabler, Ruth Haight, Kathryn Lives and Joseph Tabler. A Mass/Celebration of Life on be held Friday May 27, 2022 at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 7130 Harrison Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45247. Eulogies will be given at 8:45 AM followed by Mass at 9:00 AM. A Celebration of Life reception will begin at 10:30 AM, details provided at Mass. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial donations to www.foodforthepoor.org To sign Charlie's guest register or to leave online condolences, please visit www.ShikanyFuneralHome.com. Arrangements are being handled by Shikany's Bonita Funeral Home, Family Owned and Operated since 1978.