In 2015, when he was 48, Chuck was diagnosed with advanced (stage 4) renal cell carcinoma or kidney cancer. He had a cold and noticed blood in his urine. He credits the thoroughness of his primary care physician for immediately sending him for diagnostic tests where they discovered a massive tumor two days later.

He is married to his high school sweetheart Liz, and they have 4 daughters

He has undergone multiple surgeries and has participated in numerous clinical trials. He works as the vice president of business operations at the National Fire Protection Agency and is a life-long Boston sports fan and die-hard Boston College Eagles fan.