Colonel Charles Edward Floyd
Colonel Charles Edward Floyd
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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Joe Sokohl
August 29, 2024
How is it possible that it´s been 16 years?! Miss you all the time, my "partner in crime"!
Pamela Hambleton
September 3, 2023
We met in the summer of 1970 at a restaurant called Noah's at the oceanfront in Virginia Beach. Noah Deal was the brother of Bill Deal of Bill Deal and the Rondells the famous beach music icon. My mother and I went for burgers and he was there with friends. He came over to our table to say hello as he recognized my mother from our neighborhood in Portsmouth where surprisingly we both grew up not a block from each other. Another coincident was that we now lived in the same apartment complex. The rest is history. We married on September 2, 1972 and the following year welcomed our beautiful daughter in to the world. We shared a lifetime of memories even though we did not stay together. I will sign off as Pookie his pet name for me.
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Kelleigh
October 13, 2008
I would like to thank everyone for their loving words about my Dad. It is so overwhelming to read these comments & yet I need to hear them all the same. I feel at peace knowing that he was loved by so many & loved so many. I will miss my fathers laugh the most. I will miss the way he smelled. I will miss knowing the man all of you love & respect. I was with him at the end & told him i loved him. That was a gift from God above. He was not alone. Until we meet again Daddy- your little girl loves you endlessly. To all of you, thank you. God Bless you all.
Gail McNeil (Edwards)
September 29, 2008
I cannot express my sorry in losing my longtime friend Charlie. We had known each other since the mid seventies when Kelleigh was just a baby. I just found out about his death yesterday and wish I could have been contacted about his passing. Please Kelleigh get in touch with me. 757-422 3205
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Jeri Martin
September 13, 2008
I met uncle charlie when I was married to George (Sonny) Floyd, he was definitly a character. We spent many good times with charlie.He will be greatly missed. Take care Charlie and tell grandad I said hello.
Jeremiah Martin
September 12, 2008
Uncle Charlie sure was a character! My father George Floyd sure loved him, and I always thought he was a real riot. He will be missed by many and his memory will be cherished. Rest in peace Uncle Charlie. We will all see you again one day, till then keep a watchful eye on all of your loved ones, and tell Grand-dad and Uncle Tracy I said hello. :)
Robert Floyd
September 10, 2008
I spent time with Charles as a teenager while visiting my father George Floyd in Richmond in the 80's. His military career has influenced mine and I continue to serve. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Hana Pearlman
September 7, 2008
Hi Guests, This is Hana Pearlman I never knew Charles Edward Floyd but I've heard alot about him. I know he was very nice, intilligent, outgoing & his heart was bigger than the sea. God bless him and all the nice friends he had like Jeanne DeBrunner and Colonel Taylor. Love Hana Pearlman(Aunt Jeanne's niece) age 9 4th grade
Jeanne DeBrunner
September 7, 2008
I was very sadened of the sudden death of one of my best friends. Some people touch our lives only briefly while others leave a lasting impression and are never forgotten. He was a true and loyal friend to me. And I will miss him deeply. I love you Charles and I will see you again in Heaven. Always and forever love your friend. Jeanne
Claire Polhemus
September 6, 2008
My Grandaddy was a Fine confident man. He loved to party and he loved you and me both VERY VERY much! Im very sad thats hes gone but i shall not stand at his grave and cry. For he is in a MUCH better place now....
~SIncery his Gran-baby
Atrayu Polhemus
September 6, 2008
I love my grandfather and i miss him very much. He is a great man and he taught me many things in the short time i had to know him. May he rest in peace.
Charlie at Capitol Ale, June 2007
Joe Sokohl
September 6, 2008
Oh my. I'm so stunned. My heartfelt sympathies to Kelleigh, Justin, Tracy, Betty, Aubrey, and so many other family & friends. Having known Charlie for 24 years, having just spoken with him a few weeks ago, I am at a loss to know what to say.
He was one of my best friends ever, he was a mentor, he was "my" commander in so many respects...and we were PICs, as it were. As a military leader, he had no equal....and as a friend, he was steadfast and true.
We worked and played hard, but he always showed utter respect for me. His love for his family and friends was boundless.
Rest in peace, old soldier!
ed wilson
September 6, 2008
May you receive the just reward you are due in the here after.
Nancy Martino
September 6, 2008
I haven't seen Charlie in years. I am so sorry to hear of his passing.
JOE JONES
September 6, 2008
I met Charlie at Farmer's Market in Petersburg. He was a very pleasant person to be around. God bless him and his family in their time of this loss.
Joe Jones
Patricia Winfield
September 5, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. God Bless
Truman Zimmerman
September 5, 2008
Great memories of time spent with my first cousin.
Truman Zimmerman and Family, Lynn, Taylor and Cass
William Suttles, VAARNG Retired
September 4, 2008
Having known Col Floyd was a privilege and Honor we served together from 1976 thru 1992. We will miss his leadership and friendship.
JOAN JOHNSON
September 4, 2008
COL Floyd was a great boss and friend. He always greeted you with a smile. I will truly miss him. To the family I would like to say my prayers are with you and remember GOD is your refuge and strength.
MSG Joan Johnson, Tappahannock, VA
George Floyd Jr
September 4, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Aubrey Shelton Jr
September 4, 2008
Charlie was a dear friend of mine. We worked and partied pretty hard together. He was fun to be with and always the gentleman. I will miss him a lot.
Vickie Kegley
September 4, 2008
To the family of Colonel Floyd,
Colonel Floyd was a leader in every sense of the word and always looked out for his soldiers.
He will always be remembered by those who knew him in the Virginia National Guard and in the Virginia Defense Force.
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you in your time of sorrow.
Vickie Kegley (SSG, Virginia Defense Force Avn Bn)
Thomas Griffiths
September 4, 2008
Col. Floyd is the man that recruited me for the VDF and I am greatly saddened at his loss.
He was a dynamic officer, he truly enjoyed his role in the VDF and he will be fondly remembered by me.
2LT Thomas Griffiths
CW2 Thompson
September 4, 2008
Col. Floyd was a valuable member of the VDF command staff. He always would have an answer for a question, and if he didn't, he would get you one.
CW2 Elwood Thompson
VDF HHC G-3 Section
Brenda Ryan (Major, Virginia Defense Force (VaDF) Auxilliary
September 4, 2008
To the family of Colonel Charles Floyd:
Please accept my sincere condolences at the this difficult time.
Hold on to the wonderful memories and kept them in your hearts forever.
Find comfort in knowing that you will re-unite with your loved one, some day, in Eternity.
May God hold each of you in the palm of His hand as you face the rough days ahead.
It was my distinct pleasure to have known Colonel Floyd.
September 3, 2008
Col Floyd was a true American Soldier. he will surely be missed around the Armory.
SFC John Lewis
Michael Lawson
September 3, 2008
COL Floyd was a top shelf soldier that I am proud to have had among my friends. He will be sorely missed.
SSG(p) Reginald Davis
September 3, 2008
I had the honor of working with Col. Floyd while he worked at the Dove Street Armory. His knowledge and expertise will truly be missed. The VaDF and the Army will truly miss you Sir. Thank you for leading the way. Airborne Sir.
Robert L. Farmer Guard Support Chaplain
September 3, 2008
Col. Floyd was a great person to work with. His dedication and sense of service was above most. It was an honor to serve in the Virginia Defense Force with him. My prayers are with his family and friends.
Kenneth & Linda Mason
September 3, 2008
To the families of COL Floyd - our sincere and deepest sympathy.
Ken & Linda Mason
LTC USA (ret)
Jimmie Miles
September 3, 2008
Colonel Floyd was a friend and a person with whom I could request and receive assistance and direction. He cared for those with whom he served. He continued his service to the nation and to Virginia by being a valued member of the Virginia Defense Force. I shall personally miss him. May the Lord God comfort and care for his family during this time of sadness.
CH (LTC) Jimmie T. Miles
Division Chaplain, Virginia Defense Force
Billy W Nivens Jr (SFC RET)
September 3, 2008
COL Floyd was my Suprv and I had the opportunity to work for him and he was a outstanding individual to work for, and as well to know. He contribute alot to the organization and this is a sad day for the VaARNG/VA Defense Force for such a loss. My condolences and prayers go out to his family. May GOD Bless all of you.
Robert Simpson
September 3, 2008
I had the distinct pleasure of working with Charlie when he become the full time staff officer liaising between the VaDF and the Department of Military Affairs. His energy and desire were outstanding and his loss will be felt deeply
Bob Simpson
John Velleca
September 3, 2008
CW4(Ret) John D. Velleca
John Taylor
September 3, 2008
Charlie was a long-time Friend and a valued member of the Virginia Defense Force. As the Commanding General of the Virginia Defense Force, I will miss him dearly.
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