Gary C. “Chuck” Coolidge, age 57, of Wellsboro, PA, died on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He was born on February 29, 1968, in Wellsboro, PA, a son of Gary L. Coolidge and the late Nancy M. (Pope) Coolidge.
He was married to his high school sweetheart Patti (Mitchell) Coolidge for 37 years.
Chuck was formerly employed as a heavy equipment operator by Cold Spring Construction and Brubacher Excavating.
He enjoyed hunting, camping, woodworking and spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He loved operating bulldozers and was a jack of all trades who could fix anything.
Chuck is survived by his father: Gary (Janet) Coolidge of Wellsboro, PA, wife: Patti Coolidge of Wellsboro, PA, sons: Erik (Danielle) Coolidge of Morris, PA, Connor (Michaela) Coolidge of Mifflinburg, PA, brothers: Brad (Rachel) Coolidge of Mansfield, PA, Bryan (Jamie) Coolidge of Knoxville, PA, grandchildren: Danika Coolidge, Ryker Coolidge, Teagan Coolidge, Everly Coolidge and a special friend: Rodney Cleveland of Wellsboro, PA and many nieces and nephews.
Friends may call on Friday, January 23, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. www.carletonfh.com Wellsboro, PA. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at 10:00 am at the funeral home with Rev. T.J. Freeman officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Clyde F Barker Transplant House, 3940 Spruce St., Philadelphia, PA 19104.
