Charmaine Lynn Stupak
June 17, 1952 – July 6, 2025
Charmaine Lynn Stupak, age 73, a resident of Tacy, WV, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025, at United Hospital Center. Charmaine was born June 17, 1952, in Wheeling, WV the daughter of Edward M. and Charlotte R. (Bibbee) Stupak.
Growing up in Wheeling, WV Charmaine was a 1970 graduate of Warwood High School. She played trumpet in the band and had the honor of playing at the Peach Bowl in Atlanta Georgia.
Charmaine earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Resource Management from Wheeling Jesuit College in 1990. She also graduated from West Virginia Northern Community College with an associate degree in Culinary Arts. She was a member of Phi Theta Kappa, a national honorary fraternity.
Charmaine recently worked for Sodexo Food Service at Alderson Broaddus University and as a Substitute Cook for Barbour County Schools. She loved making sure the students and staff were well fed.
Charmaine shared her passion for cooking with family and friends and always brought food to those she loved. Most times more than most of us could eat. She was excellent in the culinary field, and it showed from your first bite. She loved her family and spending time with her nieces and nephews. Charmaine was an avid movie watcher and loved going to the theater. She also never missed her “story” Young and the Restless. Throughout her life she raised three dogs, Muffin, Skylar and Oreo. They were her babies who were spoiled and loved beyond measure.
Charmaine was an active member in the community belonging to the Tacy CEOS Club, working the elections, the Tacy Fair, providing church maintenance and always lending a helping hand to those in need. She was known as an extremely hard worker and caring individual. She loved hanging out at Philippi Inn and sharing sweet tea or coffee with friends. She cherished the conversations and time spent with those she loved.
Charmaine is preceded in death by her father Edward Stupak and mother Charlotte Stupak. She is survived by her sister Claudette Thorne (husband Jim Thorne) and brother Edward L. Stupak (wife Brenda Stupak). Nieces: Jade Thorne Meagher (husband Tim Meagher), Nicole Stupak Parker (husband Greg Parker). Nephews: Mike Thorne (wife Laura Thorne), Craig Thorne (Kelli England), Travis Stupak (wife Rachael Stupak).
Great Nieces: Sarah Meagher, Elena Stupak, Ella Stupak, Liliana Parker, Heidi Arevalo. Great Nephews: Christian Meagher, Izak Thorne, Cash Thorne, Cody England, Gabriel Arevalo
A Celebration of Life open house will take place on Monday, July 21st from 12-3pm at her niece Jade’s restaurant, Meagher’s Irish Pub, 26 Betten Court Bridgeport, WV in Charles Pointe. All who knew and loved her are invited to share a meal with her family and friends as we make some of her favorite dishes. Let’s celebrate her life and the wonderful memories created with her and pay our respects to Charmaine who always did her best to take care of others. We love you Aunt Char!







Over 14 yrs ago ,Charmaine became my cancer angel . A mutual friend introduced us because I needed to hire someone to help around the house. From then on we connected through shared love of shihtzus and cooking. We went shopping some and out to eat less but I could always count on her. She was always the giver ,hated to accept favors ,and never really knew her worth . I’ll miss her .
I wrote this when Charmaine reacted negatively when I turned the tables and did something for her ❤️
Loneliness
The minutes feel like hours
The hours without end
When you’re just waiting
For the message from a friend
You’ve no one close to hold you
To dry those lonely tears
To tell you of their day
Or to calm your fears
And when someone ventures close
You stay a bit apart
Not trusting in their friendship
You often guard your heart
You’re the giver and the helper
For you must be the one
Who’s needed by the other
When all is said done
For you don’t see the worth
Of you just being you
Loved for who you are
And not the things you do
Please know my friend ,I love you
You’ll not push me away
I’ll not be discouraged
By the things you do or say
I think of you quite often
You’re in my thoughts and prayers
If you look past my errors
You’ll see I’m one who cares
I’ve seen you break with others
Before they broke from you
Just because you feared
That’s what they meant to do
But don’t think that I’m staying
Out of pity ‘cause I’m not
I want to help you see
Your worth and what you’ve got
I see the things that you don’t
I know and love you too
For your heart and spirit
Not just for what you do
So this friend , she ain’t leavin’
I guess you’re stuck with me
God put you in my life
That’s where you’re meant to be.
I’ll miss you Charmaine ❤️
Charmaine was a character. A hard worker and always had a smile and hug for me when I saw her after AB closed..
I am truly sorry for your loss 😔
Charmaine was a precious friend and so loved by everyone who knew her. She was a caring person and always asked how we were doing. We worked at the polls on several elections. It was always a joy to work with her. She helped me at my home . Always ready with a hug every time we saw her.
…………until we meet again, Charmaine
So sorry to hear of Charmaine’s passing! Many thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Charmaine was my dear, dear neighbor. I miss her terribly!
I was so lucky to be able to be able to care for her for more than 15+ years. She was a wonderful lady, never without something to say. We hit it off right away, I guess since we are both so outspoken. I enjoyed her openness, her ability to overcome whatever life throws at you. I will truly miss her!