Charles Edward "Charlie" Musco, Jr., USAF (Ret.), 67 of Lexington Park, MD died December 16, 2013 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Born August 29, 1946 in Piqua, OH he was the son of the late Charles Edward Musco, Sr. and Evelyn Sawyer Musco.

Charlie graduated Piqua Central High School in 1964. Charlie attended Ohio State University from 1964-1965. Charlie played football and his major was Pre Dental. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1965 to his retirement in 1986. After retiring from the Air Force he started a career as an Electronic Technician II at Lockheed Martin, where he has been a dedicated employee for the past 27 years. In 1995, he earned his FCC License Element 1 & 3.

On January 16, 2001, he married his beloved wife, Sheila M. Musco. Together they celebrated 17 wonderful years together and married for 12 years.

Charlie loved life and always lived it to the fullest. He enjoyed travelling spontaneously. He loved old school and gospel music. He was a sports fan of the Baltimore Ravens, North Carolina Panthers and Washington Nationals. He also enjoyed watching NASCAR races, cheering on Jimmy Johnson and Matt Kensieth. He was an amateur photograph and took many still shots. He was an avid builder of model airplane and helicopters. He also enjoyed reading and was known as a "grill master." However, his greatest love was for his family. He loved to spend time with his wife, children and grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, Charlie is survived by his children, John Musco (Juanita) of Greenville, SC, Dana Young of Greenville, SC, Kimberly Hamilton of Greenville, SC, Mary Ann Harris of Fayetteville, NC, Janet Burton (Chris) of Greenville, SC, Takisha Smith (Troy) of Lexington Park, MD, Reggie Barnhill of Lexington Park, MD and Tyrone Rogers (Felicia) of Lexington Park, MD; his sister, Constance L. Montague of Dewitt, MI; 23 grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren.

Family will receive friends for Charlie's Life Celebration on Saturday, December 21, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., with a service of remembrance at 4:00 p.m. at the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. A Graveside Service will be held at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Center, P.O. Box 1032, Lexington Park, MD 20653 or Hospice of St. Mary's, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.

Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD.