Jean Maxime Charlot

Jean Maxime Charlot, born on January 27, 1959, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, passed away

peacefully on January 8, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and

friend who lived a life of service, dedication, and love. Jean was a devout follower of Jesus and

served God.

Jean’s journey took him from his early years in Haiti to Brooklyn, NY, in 1966, and then to

Teaneck, NJ, where he graduated from Teaneck High School in 1977. Driven by a sense of

duty and a desire to serve, he joined the U.S. Air Force, where he dedicated 22 years of his life.

Retiring as a Master Sergeant, Jean worked for the first few years with jet engines and in

aerospace propulsion. He spent the last 16 years of service in various training and education

units as an instructor, where he mentored and helped recruits. Alongside his military career, he

earned his Community College of the Air Force Associate’s Degree and a Bachelor of Science

from the University of Maryland. Never one to stop learning, Jean later earned a Master of

Education from Wilmington University and a Master of Science from Drexel University,

constantly expanding his knowledge in fields he was passionate about, including coding, which

he taught himself.

After retiring from the Air Force, Jean devoted the next twenty years to higher education

administration, primarily at Delaware State University. He focused on library technology,

distance learning, and Title III.

Throughout his life, Jean found profound joy in studying the Bible, from which he drew strength

and inspiration. During his military travels, he was a devoted member of several churches,

serving his church and community. Jean and his wife, Beverly, were deeply involved in

charitable work, volunteering their time and resources to local food pantries in Dover, DE, for

over 30 years.

Jean embraced life with a steadfast faith that guided him through both triumphs and challenges,

always finding a way to turn hardships into opportunities for growth. His deep connection to the

book of Ecclesiastes, especially the wisdom of chapter 3, reminded him that "there is a time for

everything," helping him to navigate life's struggles with grace and patience. Jean trusted that

God’s provision was constant, and no matter how difficult things seemed, he relied on this

unwavering belief to persevere and stay positive, always focusing on the blessings in his life.

Jean’s infectious sense of humor, love of storytelling, and passion for making people smile will

be remembered fondly by all who knew him. Whether enjoying a good karate movie, cracking a

joke, or sharing a heartfelt laugh, Jean’s presence brightened every room he entered.

His love for his family was evident in every moment, and he leaves behind cherished memories

with his wife of 46 years, Beverly; their children, Steven, David, and Kathleen; his son and

daughters-in-law, Kacie, Blane, and Jimmy; six grandchildren, Neysa, Leia, Anna, Mateos,

Natania, and Judah; and four granddogs, Ace, Lady, Glow, and his favorite Hazel. Jean is also

survived by his siblings and in-laws, Cowitz and Zetti, Ronald and Annie, Luzon and Phillip, and

Joseph and Denise; his mother-in-law Vernetta; his sisters and brother’s in-laws, Donizetti and

Booker, Anthony, Andrew, Daphne, nieces, and nephews; cousins and a host of other

relatives he deeply loved.

Jean’s legacy is one of love, service, laughter, and a relentless pursuit of knowledge. He will be

deeply missed, but his memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him. May he rest in

peace.

Service times are as follow on Friday January 31, 2025:

- Wake: 11 -11:30AM prior to service

- Service: 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM 

Burial to be at 2:30 PM at Georgia National Cemetery