Charles Merritt Dangeau

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Charles Dangeau Obituary

CHARLES MERRITT DANGEAU, 62, of Memphis, died September 16, 2008 at his home. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, September 18, and funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Friday, September 19, both at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel. Burial will be at 2 p.m. in Barnishaw Cemetery, Pinetree, AR. Mr. Dangeau was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War, receiving two Purple Hearts and a DJ for WEVL FM 89.9 for many years. His passion in life was music. He leaves a son, Cheyenne Dangeau and his wife, Erieka of Cordova; father and stepmother, Orvind and Franchelle Dangeau of Humboldt, TN; one sister, Marcia Garrett of Southaven, MS; granddaughter, Lauren Elizabeth Dangeau; niece, Jennifer Garrett, and nephew, Jonathan Garrett. Memorials may be sent to the non-profit radio station WEVL, P.O. Box 40952, Memphis, TN 38174. Memphis Funeral Home Poplar 901-725-0100 www.memphisfuneralhome.net

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Published by The Commercial Appeal on Sep. 18, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Charles Dangeau

12 Entries

mike condon

October 1, 2008

Never met Mr. Charles, but I sure did listen to him practically every Thursday from 9-midnight. I wondered why he left the airwaves and miss his laid back demeanor and killer tunes.

Paul Williams

September 24, 2008

Charles, thank you for being my friend and for all the years of great music. Vaya con Dios, amigo.

David Pique

September 19, 2008

I am proud to say that Charles was my friend. Our acquaintance started when I used to call into the station and tell him how much I enjoyed his shows, ask him about this piece of music or group. He opened up a whole new world of music for me as well as reminded me of things that I had not heard in years. Eventually, he suggested, in so many words, "Why don't you get your own damned show?". So I did. And in all of the shows that I did, there was no greater thrill than to have Charles call and say that he was enjoying what I was doing. Charles was a very deep person and I already miss him. We will all miss you Charles.

Desaira Williams

September 19, 2008

You are in my prayers Erieka and Cheyenne.

Nancy Apple

September 19, 2008

It's so hard to see another good soul leave us. I have to remind myself that we are all going to hop on that last train at the station one of these days, and find comfort in knowing there will be so many friends on board to welcome us when we do. I hope Charles was met by the kindest of angels to sing him home.

Barry Bean

September 18, 2008

Charles had a spiel he'd tell, describing his radio show as an audio canvas, "painting" the airwaves with a song by this artist, a song by that artist, and then some story or perspective. He said he wanted to take his listeners on a guided tour each week, and did, hosting a show as individual as he was.

I can't count the hours I spent at WEVL pledge drives, committee meetings, and other events debating the relative merits of some recording, artist, or genre. Charles was never at a loss for words or opinions, especially when the topic was music, food, or politics. When I broadcast restaurant reviews, he'd call later to critique my review or offer restaurant suggestions. He was one of the most agreeable people I ever disagreed with.

I haven't seen Charles in a while, and I'm going to miss those long, rambling debates. We're all a little poorer in his absence.

Ed Dirmeyer

September 18, 2008

Charles gave so much to me and Anne and so many others through his work at WEVL. He will be long remembered.

Mary Jane Adams

September 18, 2008

I knew Charles as a fellow DJ at WEVL. He started one of the finest music programs that has ever been on the radio. He was a wonderful, warm person who will be greatly missed by the community and all who knew him. My sympathies and prayers are with his family and friends.

Lonnie Viar

September 18, 2008

Charles was a very cool fellow. We sopent meany a WEVL pledge drive conversing about music and I always enjoyed his "Night Train" program cause he played Billy Cobham, my all time favorite drummer, on it. He was a very gentle, quiet soul and we have missed him being on air and now, in life itself. R I P Charles my friend. Much love to his family and I wish you all strength in the coming days.

Lonnie-Host of Rock House on WEVL

Erieka Dangeau

September 18, 2008

Charles was my Father-in-Law. He was a wonderful person to be around, a wonderful father and grandfather. We will miss him so much

Trushone Paige

September 18, 2008

I am praying for the strength of your family Cheyenne and Erieka.
Tru

Donna Sineath

September 18, 2008

Mr. & Mrs. Daugeau, Cheyenne, Erieka, Marcia and family: please accept our heartfelt condolences at this time of loss; you will be in our thoughts and prayers. Memphis Funeral Home

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