Chuck Low obit

CHARLES LOW Obituary

 

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LOW--Charles "Chuck", of New York City, Mahopac, NY, and Tarrytown, NY, peacefully passed away in his sleep on September 18 at Allendale Nursing Home in New Jersey. He was 89 years old. Chuck was born on July 21, 1928 in New York City to Max Low (died 1974) and Bertha White Low (died 1941). He graduated Norwich Military Academy, Northfield, VT in 1950 with a BS degree in Electrical engineering, as well as numerous awards and leadership roles. Military: Rank Major. Four years active army duty, US Army Reserve 30+ years, US National Guard (1957-65), Military Operations Specialty: Guided Missiles, Radar, and communication. Chuck enjoyed all military marching bands. After the military Chuck went to work for his family business, M.Low Inc., a prime developer and manufacturer of all lines of marine instruments (in business over 100+ years). They were the agents for the US Naval Oceanographic Office, US Coast and Geodetic Survey, US Corp of Engineers, British Admiralty and Royal Navy, and the Canadian Hydrographic Office. In the early 1960's Chuck started M.Low Real Estate in partnership with Lehman Brothers, and got his brokerage license. He was passionate about history and old buildings, and building construction, which led him to develop many buildings in Tribeca, New York City. Chuck, along with his brother Jack, (died 2017) moved the nautical instrument company to Tribeca, New York City, in the early 70's. Chuck was a pioneer in Tribeca, converting industrial buildings into his vision of "lofts" for living. He loved to build, which he did well into his 80's. One of his tenants was Robert DeNiro whose support and friendship led to Chuck's most exciting career, acting. His best known part was "Morrie" in "Goodfellas". Other movie credits include: "The Mission", "King of Comedy", "Once Upon a Time in America", "Scent of a Woman" TV Credits: Sopranos, 100 Center Street. Chuck lived life to the fullest, with a wit, intelligence, and passion that was positive and contagious. His skill in anything to do with mechanical, electrical or physical engineering was exceptional. He befriended many, and tried to help his friends through rough times, with intense dedication and kindness. All his friends have been gifted at least one swiss army knife. Chuck is survived by his daughter, Debra Low Mykrantz, son-in-law Peter S. Mykrantz Jr., and the lights of his life, his beloved granddaughters, Jenni and Katie Mykrantz. He is also survived by his son, Mitchell Low, niece Beth Lynne Robbins, and ex-wife Cherida Michaels. Also, of course, LuLu. A funeral was held on Wednesday, September 20, at Beth David Cemetery Elmont, NY where Chuck was laid to rest in his family plot. Rabbi Steven Ziskind officiated the ceremony , which began with full military honors including a three gun salute and taps, and ended with a benediction from the Reverend Jane Mykrantz. A private memorial will be held to celebrate his fascinating and passionate life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to any "mental health" related cause of your choice. The family wants to thank Allendale Nursing Home, Dr. Tim, Kathy, Charlie, Vita and the entire 12S staff for caring for Chuck with dignity, dedication, and love. The family also wants to thank Billy and Jose to whom we will be eternally grateful.

 

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Kill the Poor (2003)

Kill the Poor

5.2

Bruno

2003

 

Alan Arkin, Paula Devicq, and LaTanya Richardson Jackson in 100 Centre Street (2001)

100 Centre Street

8.0

TV Series

2001

1 episode

 

Lorraine Bracco, James Gandolfini, Edie Falco, Steven Van Zandt, Dominic Chianese, Robert Iler, Michael Imperioli, Steve Schirripa, Jamie Lynn Sigler, Tony Sirico, and Aida Turturro in The Sopranos (1999)

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9.2

TV Series

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1999

1 episode

 

Tony Goldwyn, Maura Tierney, Hugh Dancy, Reid Scott, David Ajala, and Odelya Halevi in Law & Order (1990)

Law & Order

7.8

TV Series

Hyram Jenkins

1998

1 episode

 

Brad Pitt, Robert De Niro, Dustin Hoffman, and Jason Patric in Sleepers (1996)

Sleepers

7.5

Dance Judge (as Chuck Lewis Low)

1996

 

Richard Lewis and Melanie Mayron in Tribeca (1993)

Tribeca

6.4

TV Series

Charlie

1993

5 episodes

 

Night and the City (1992)

Night and the City

5.8

Freddy DiMario

1992

 

Mistress (1992)

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5.4

Bernie (as Chuck Lowe)

1992

 

Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, Joe Pesci, and Mark Jacobs in GoodFellas (1990)

GoodFellas

8.7

Morris Kessler

1990

 

Robert De Niro and Jeremy Irons in The Mission (1986)

The Mission

7.4

Cabeza

1986

 

Robert De Niro, James Woods, William Forsythe, Brian Bloom, Adrian Curran, James Hayden, Rusty Jacobs, and Scott Tiler in Once Upon a Time in America (1984)

Once Upon a Time in America

8.3

Deborah Gelly's Father (uncredited)

1984

 

Robert De Niro and Jerry Lewis in The King of Comedy (1982)

The King of Comedy

7.8

Man in Chinese Restaurant (as Chuck L. Low)

1982

 

Archive Footage

Be Water (2020)

30 for 30

8.8

TV Series

Morrie Kessler (archive footage)

2014

1 episode

 

Robert De Niro and Jerry Lewis in The King of Comedy: Deleted and Extended Scenes (2014)

The King of Comedy: Deleted and Extended Scenes

7.2

Video

Man in Chinese Restaurant (archive footage, as Chuck L. Low)

2014