fit for Erin and Chuck. If there was ever a team, they
are it.
Three wonderful children, Bella, Alex, and Cade,
were born and grew up in The Lexington School. I
am proud of them.
Bella, tall and lithe, is wonderful at her studies and
at baking cookies for classmates in Asheville and for
her family – confidence in the kitchen is part of the
Southern and my Italian heritage. Both Erin and
Chuck are “awesome” cooks and hosts for the many
receptions and parties they host in the beautiful
Lexington School Headmaster’s home.
Alex, my namesake, is a sports athlete and all-
around-student. He is exploring the universe. His
kindness is remarkable.
And Cade, the youngest, becomes more Cade
every day, and that is a long drink of water.
Our Charles, now Chuck, is beloved son, brother,
husband, father, teacher, and Headmaster.
As Chuck’s dad, I will miss The Lexington School,
as will the Baldecchi family.
Below: Chuck as an Asheville School
English teacher; Chuck and Erin’s
wedding day
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