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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Sonya O'Keeffe
November 18, 2008
Dear Sherry,
We are so very sorry to hear ( on our return to the Country) of the loss of such a great husband, son, father and friend to so many... (although we did not have the opportunity of knowing Charles as so many others have.) You and your familY are in our Thoughts and Prayers.
With our Deepest Condolences,
Sonya, Shawn, Austin, Brendan and Cassidy O'Keeffe
Bill Rice
November 17, 2008
Sherry and the kids sorry for your loss if you need anything just get in tocuh with us
The Sturgis' Brad, Theresa, Michael,and Jessica
November 17, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please don't hesitiate to ask for anything. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
James and Kacy Williamson
November 17, 2008
We want to send our condolences and deepest sympathies to your family through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone of you. Let us know if you need anything.
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JoAnn Dungee- VP/PTA
November 15, 2008
Sherry,
I was sorry to hear about your lost. We will miss all of the good things that Charles did for the PTA at CSPS. My prayers are with you and your family.
Lauren Saady
November 14, 2008
The mold was broken when Charles was made. He left a smile on the face of everyone he met. He will truely be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Charles & Joan Brooks
November 14, 2008
Carol Ann, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Shawen Worley
November 14, 2008
Dear Martin Family,
I am truly saddened to hear about your loss. my entire family prays for yall in your time of need. I had the pleasure of meeting Charles while working with Sherry at Hanover General. I wish you all the best.
Blake (Pappas) Diana
November 14, 2008
Charles was truly one of the "good guys." A sweet soul with a bright smile...
Wyn & Christie Davis
November 14, 2008
The Martin Family,
We are truly saddened to hear of your loss. We had the opportunity to meet Charles over the past years through the Wild Turkey Federation. He was a wonderful person to be around and will be strongly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Joyce Barber
November 14, 2008
Hi, I am Tiffany Barber's mom. I met Charlie Brown about four years ago and immediately fell in love with him. He use to call me mom. I will never forget his smile and that's how I will always remember him. My prayers will be with you all. JoJo
Diane Cutright
November 14, 2008
Sherry, Grandma Mildred, Gary & Family,
I am deeply sadden by the loss of Charles. You and the whole family are in my prayers. I will never forget playing baseball and football with Charles at all of our family reunions and over the summers growing up as kids. Charles was always a character and he had the deepest southern draw of anyone I know. I will always picture him riding a John Deere tractor across an open field.
VERNELL DULING
November 14, 2008
CARROL ANN AND FAMILY, I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOST. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF THERE IS ANY THING I CAN DO FOR YOU AND THE FAMILY. MY LOVE AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
Tina (Reed) Howell
November 14, 2008
Sherry,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I was deeply saddened by the news. Charlie was a great friend of mine during my teenage years. I have fond memories of going rootin' with him! He was such a sweetheart and I know he will be truly missed. God bless you and your family!
John Tate
November 14, 2008
My wife Bonny and I are sorry to hear of your loss. Charlie will be miised by all who knew him. I'm sure that tukeys will never go out of l season where he is and they will all be gobblers.
Ben Ward
November 13, 2008
Please know that my thoughts are with you and your family in this hard time. I knew Charles through riding the school bus everyday and going to school with him. He was a very good guy, always making other people laugh.
Jeff and Debbie Martin
November 13, 2008
Sherry and Family,
Though words cannot heal the pain of losing someone so dear, may these truths sustain you; Your loved one will always be as close as a memory, and the God of all comfort will always be as close as a prayer.
Please know that you and your family are in our prayers.
Sharing in your sorrow,
Ann Jones
November 13, 2008
Dear Mildred & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers & thoughts are with all of you in the days ahead.
Art & Lucille Bower
Ann & Richard Jones
Ben Whipple
November 13, 2008
Ours thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Ben Whipple and the Whipple Family
Kim (Bolton) Shearon
November 13, 2008
I had the pleasure of attending Atlee High School with Charles. He was a wonderful person!! He always kept me smiling - and I know that is true of many people that knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Tammy Wright
November 13, 2008
To the Martin & Mills Family,
It breaks my heart to know that all of you are having to go through this tragic event. While I was a part of the family years ago for a brief period of time (Alan's ex wife), Charles was always a part of Sabrena's birthday celebrations as a child. Although I didn't know him in his adult years, I know that he was a fine young man and will surely be missed by all who were blessed to know him. My heart and prayers go out to each of you. Please let me know if I can do anything.
With kind regards,
Katie and Ben Sanderson
November 13, 2008
I have so many fond memories of Charles. I will never forget dancing to regae music and doing the limbo with him on the cruise ship heading for the Bahamas...he could always get me to laugh! I know he's up there dancing with the angels...Love you Charlie Brown! You'll be missed.
Debbie Baird
November 13, 2008
The Martin Family,
I had the great pleasure of being Charles' 12th grade English teacher at Atlee High School, and I am deeply sorry to hear of his passing. I so clearly remember Charles coming into my classroom with a huge smile on his face and always bringing joy and laughter to everyone around him. He was truly a very special young man, and I will always think of him with great affection. Please accept my deepest sympathy and know that I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Bill Harper
November 13, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss , may god be with you and your family .
Bill Harper (Afton)
Jenn Dusenberry
November 13, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Charles was always so friendly and sweet and he always had a smile on his face. He will truly be missed! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Tracy Baker, Robin & Travis Chandler
November 13, 2008
To all,
We were really sadden to hear of the loss of Charles. All of you will be kept in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark Austin
November 13, 2008
Watching the sun's setting rays
Paint the cloudless sky
I bow my head and pray to you
That these days will pass us bye
No sorrow's tears or tomorrow's fears
Shall your shoulders hold
For memories of days flown bye
Your dreams forever hold.
In the twinkling eye of your child lies
The future yet untold
Fore they stand here for you dear
Forever to uphold
The dream of their fathers love
And stories to be told.
I pray for you and your family in this trying time,
Mark Austin (atlee alumni, class 1998)
Vicki, David, Codie and Kyle
November 13, 2008
Sherry and family,
My heart and prayers go out to you, the girls, both families and friends. I cannot imagine what you are going through but do not forget that your Father in heaven is with you at every step. Please lean on Him and your family and friends in the coming weeks, months, years. I pray for all of you and hope that memories of your life with Charles will forever be in your heart and the pain of his abscence will get easier to bear. Bless you all.
Phyllis Brooks
November 13, 2008
I was sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael Kelly
November 13, 2008
Geneva Mills & Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your Grandson. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Williamsburg Environmental Group
Dr. Thomas Smith and staff Neurological Associates, Inc
November 13, 2008
Our condolences and deepest sympathies to your family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
C.P. Richardson
November 13, 2008
So sorry to hear of the loss of such a fine young man. He will be missed by all who came in contact with him. May God Bless the entire family.
Melanie Mitchell
November 13, 2008
Charles was a great person all around. There is nothing that can take the place of such a wonderful human being like him. He had a smile and a laugh that made each one of us feel special.
Please know that we are here for you if you need us.
Scott & Melanie Mitchell
Lacey Allen
November 13, 2008
Sherry and family,
You all are in my prayers. Charles was a wonderful person and has left many happy memories with everyone who knew him. Seek God for strength through this difficult time. Bless you and your family.
Amanda Vincent
November 13, 2008
I was so sorry to hear about Charles. Your family is in my prayers. Please let me know if I can help.
Karen Mills
November 13, 2008
To Geneva Mills & family:
I am so sorry for the loss of your grandson. I'm sure he was a fine person and a loving father. He will truly be missed by all who knew him.
Love,
Karen, Artis, Hunter and Scott Mills (children of Artis Mills)
Tracy Yarbrough Talley
November 13, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, I remember him on the bus and in school- He was always full of ambition and happiness. He will be missed. My prayers are with your family. God Bless you all.
Barbara Loving
November 13, 2008
Sherry.. I'm very sorry to hear what has happen to you and your family . Please if there is anything that we can do let us know. My god be with you and your family.
Travis & Barbara Loving -Lewis & Susie Hopkins
Jimbo and Ginger Kirby Redmond
November 13, 2008
May God hold you and your family in the palm of His hand and comfort you with His everlasting love. With sincere and heartfelt sympathy,
Courtney (Smith) Morris
November 13, 2008
Oh Charles, you will be greatly missed. I have fond memories of you that go back to elementary school. You could always make me laugh. And to your family, may god help ease your pain and find peace.
Holly & Wade West
November 13, 2008
Sarah & Alison,
We are very sad to hear of your loss. You and your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Please know that if there is anything you may need, we are here for you.
With love,
David, Anna and Katelyn Tibbs
November 13, 2008
Carroll and Bev, Our deepiest thoughts are with you and your family at this time. If there is anything you need please call 512-9298
Pat & Flo Shumate
November 13, 2008
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. Please accept our deepest sympathies from Harold and Mary Everett's children.
Jamie Baynham
November 12, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss, you will all be in my thoughts and prayers. Charles was a wonderful, happy person who I had the pleasure of knowing since elementary school and will never forget.
I know that this is a terrible time for everyone and if you need anything at all, please know that I am here for you.
Erin & Ronnie Schools
November 12, 2008
We were saddened to hear of your loss. Charles will be remembered always as someone who made you laugh. He was a great guy! Our thought and prayers are with your family- we are so very sorry for your loss!
Erin (Reames) Schools
November 12, 2008
The Martin Family:
Charlie Brown will be greatly missed, but he wouldn't want us to be sad. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. He did everything he wanted to do. He will always be with us. He will live on through his children. I saw him tonight in his son's eye's in his big beautiful smile. He will never be forgotten.
by Mary Elizabeth Frye
Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am in a thousand winds that blow,
I am the softly falling snow.
I am the gentle showers of rain,
I am the fields of ripening grain.
I am in the morning hush,
I am in the graceful rush
Of beautiful birds in circling flight,
I am the starshine of the night.
I am in the flowers that bloom,
I am in a quiet room.
I am in the birds that sing,
I am in each lovely thing.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there. I do not die.
Bo Johnson
November 12, 2008
I am deeply saddened by the loss of Charles.
He was truly one in a million...
My thoughts are with the entire family.
Wanda & Freddie Edwards
November 12, 2008
Alison,
We are thinking of you and your family during this time of sorrow.
Ethel and Bubby Kenny
November 12, 2008
Dear Charles,
We loved you and will miss you, You have a wonderful family and they are in our prayers.
Love Bubby and Ethel
Pete Rawls
November 12, 2008
To all of Charlie Brown's Family,
We're very sorry to hear of your loss and will keep you all in our prayers. Please let us know if there is anything that we can do.
Sonny Pruitt
November 12, 2008
My deepest sympathy is extended to the entire family of a very fine young man.
donna valdrighi
November 12, 2008
sherry, we are so sorry for your loss, I enjoyed the times we passed the babies around at the games, charles was a great dad. If you need anything we are here for you call anytime. donna,mike and gia
Niki Brooks Mike Jones
November 12, 2008
We would like to say that we are very sorry to hear the bad news of a wonderful person. Charles always made your day brighter with everything he said and did. Words can't describe how sorry we are but know that The Martin Family is in our thought's and prayers.
November 12, 2008
Al,
Please know that your family is in our prayers! Charles was a great person and always made me laugh. I will always remember him for his constant smile!!!
Love ya, Melissa and Michael Farmer
Hundley Seed Co
November 12, 2008
You are all in our prayers and if there is anything you need please let us know. Charles will be missed.
Lyn and Lois Holley
November 12, 2008
For the immediate and extended family members of Charles.
There is no way to express how deeply we share the pain of your loss. May God grant you the strength to understand and endure this unexpected void that has been suddenly created in your lives. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
With deepest sympathy,
Rachel, Scott and Emmersyn Snoddy
November 12, 2008
Our hearts go out to everyone that was a part of Charles' life. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Things like this seem to make no sense at all...we are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts are aching with yours.
Mildred Rudolph
November 12, 2008
To each and every one of you that are hurting,{family or friends] .You must remember that time will take away the pain,but memories last forever! Charles's smile will always be in our thoughts of him. May God be with you and help you get through this and remember your friends are here beside you and are all waiting to help with anything you need small or large .
Kristin Jones
November 12, 2008
May the fond memories of Charles help ease your pain. My prayers are with you and your family. Kristin Cole Jones
Eric Pegram
November 12, 2008
Dear Martin family,
My thoughts a prayers are with you. I am truely sorry for your loss.
Kimberly Riley
November 12, 2008
Dear Sherri,
Charles will be missed by all and I pray to GOD that he will give you strength through this rough time. Please let me know if you need anything.
Kimberly
Stephanie Stokley
November 12, 2008
Charles was such a sweet person, everytime I saw him he always had a smile and in turn made everyone else smile too. I have so many memories of us cutting up and laughing. He truly was one of a kind and will be missed very much.
Tommy & Paula Rudolph
November 12, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our deepest sympathy. Our hearts go out to you.
Crystal, Rick, Zoee & Theia Xedos
November 12, 2008
Sherry and Family,
Although I never had the opportunity to meet Charles I can see he was a wonderful person. We am very sorry for your loss and if there is anything we can do, please let us know. Take Care!
Raymond Talley
November 12, 2008
To the Martin and Mills Family, We are so sorry and sorry cannot begin to say how much our heart breaks for all of you. May God's loving arms surround each of you and give you strength and comfort.
Love Raymond & Shirley Talley
Karen & Barry Jones
November 12, 2008
Carol Ann and Martin Family,
We are so sorry for your lost. You and your family are in our prayers.
Susan Giles
November 12, 2008
Sherry and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If you every need anything please don't hesitate to call. There aren't enough words to describe what you are feeling but please know you have my deepest sympathy. Susan (Chenualt) Giles
Sandra Mitchell
November 12, 2008
Dear Family: You are all in our prayers. That permanent "Grin" on Charles' face reminds us of what a wonderful, happy & caring person he was and will be missed by all of us.
Harold, Sandra, Brandon & Ryan Mitchell
NIQUETRA TEMPLE
November 12, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Cindy and Jeff Dykes
November 12, 2008
Sherry and Family,
I have no words to say that have not already been said to you many times already. I just want all of you to know that each one of you will be in our prayers and may God be with you during this time. If there is anything that we can do please let us know. Charlie Brown will be greatly missed by many. He was one of the kindest, most sincere people I have ever known. He was truly one of a kind.
Beverly Kirby
November 12, 2008
Sherry and Family,
Hon, I wish there was something I could say to help ease your pain, but only time and God can do that. I am so sorry your family has to endure such a tragedy. Please know that we are here if you need anything.
Love you
The Kirbys
Stacey (Martin), Lowell, Amber & Faith Lantz
November 12, 2008
Dear Martins,
I am sorry about Charles. My family and I pray for you all. I cannot say I know exactly how you are feeling, I can only say that we are truely saddened by your loss. Our hearts are heavy with Charles' passing. Again, we are praying for you and your family. Our sincere request is that if there is anything you need you ask.
The Lantz Family
Sherry Southern
November 12, 2008
Sherry, my heart goes out to you and your family at this very sad time. Charles was a wonderful Father and a Devoted Husband. Charles has tuched some many people all around, and will never be forgotten. If there is anything that you need please don't hesitate to ask.
With Deepest Sympathy
Sherry & Chris Southern
Bob & Terry Pitts
November 12, 2008
Sherry and family...I am sure there are no words to comfort you at this time but just know we are here if you need us and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tee & Lisa Woody
November 12, 2008
Sherry – We all know that "Charlie Brown" lived every day to the fullest and his spirit touched so many people's lives. His smile and caring heart will always be remembered by those closest to him.
We want to extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family. You all are in our prayers and we pray that you will find peace and love in the memories that you cherish. God will give you the strength and courage that you need in the days to come. Please know that we are here for you.
Erin, Brian, Cassandra Atkins
November 12, 2008
You are in our hearts during this difficult time. If there is anything we can do let us know.
Tiffany Sawdy
November 12, 2008
Sherry, and Family;
I am deeply sorry for your lose, and the lose to all who knew him. He was a giver, and a wonderful person. He made me a friend from the moment I spoke to you and him. He was an asset to the community and all who meet him , as well as a devoted father to Virgina, McKayla, Lindsey, Nicholas, and Coldy, as well as a great and loving husband to you. If you need anything , please know Myself and my family are here for you , as you both were there for me. the Sawdy family
Billie Jo & Geno
November 12, 2008
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. Your family is in our prayers. We didn't know the family that well, but did see the children at cheerleading/football practices & games....what beautiful children. May God Bless you all!!!!
DENNIS & TERESA BRANNAN
November 12, 2008
Carol Ann,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bubba & Ann Loving
November 12, 2008
Carol Ann & family:
We are so sorry to hear about Charles! Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
DORIS ELLIOTT
November 12, 2008
OUR PRAYERS AND CONCERSN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY
Dena McKinney
November 12, 2008
Sherry,
My heart goes out to you and the children. Please know that I am here for any need. Just let me know what I can do.
Dena
Kim Lawrence Burton
November 12, 2008
My Deepest Sympathy goes out to the family & friends of Charles. I was fortunate to call Charles a friend, he was one of the most sincere, loving people I know! He always had a smile and a compliment to give. Although he is gone, his legacy will live forever in our memories but most of all through his beautiful children.
Ronnie & Carolyn Helmick
November 12, 2008
Sherry and Family
Our Prayers and thoughts are with you and all of your family.
Sylvia Watkins
November 12, 2008
Charles was one in a million. It's so hard to believe. I feel like we are living a really bad dream. My god be with his loving family. We are so sorry!! Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
God Bless You All;
Robbie and Sylvia Watkins
Ryan and Joy East
November 12, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you grieve through this tragic time.
Melissa Scott
November 12, 2008
To all, Charles was a great person who could always make me smile and laugh. I will forever remember his smile, laughter, and cutting up. I am so sorry that I did not keep in touch with you the past few years. I will forever be grateful for our memories. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Amanda Walsh & Kevin Johnson
November 12, 2008
May good be with you at this time. Charles will be missed by all of us very much. We will miss seeing his smiling face.
Michael and Dana Banes Madison
November 12, 2008
May God Bless you in this special time of need. We will miss you "Charles". With our deepest Sympathy,
Beau & Lindsey Mitchell
November 12, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We will miss him!
Alison Davis
November 12, 2008
Charlie Brown you will forever be missed. I will never forget the nights we all sat in FasMart parking lot and talked for hours, until they ran us off. Sherry if you need anything at all please let me know. You and the kids are forever in my prayers. Matt the same goes for you. I am sorry for your loss and the world will never be the same with out Charlie Brown.
Candice McCauley
November 12, 2008
Charles was a very kind and funny person who constantly kept a smile on everyone's face. My prayers go out to all who loved Charles. I am very sorry for the loss. My deepest condolences are with the family at this time of loss. Know now that Charles is an angel watching out for his loved ones. God bless. Time heals all pain and suffering.
Kim & Tim Creech
November 12, 2008
Sherry,
This is Jamies friend Kim Creech. I am very sorry about Chip. We have heard so many great things about you all. I can say " I know how you feel ". I lost my husband when he was 28. We had 3 children at the time. I know the pain and anger you are feeling and I am truly sorry. I offer my hand and my shoulder to you and your children. Should you need anything, even just to talk, please call. Jamie has my number. You are in my thoughts and my prayers.
Yet, gentle shade! whether thou now does rove,
Thro' some blest vale, or ever verdant grove,
One moment listen to my grief and take
The softest vows that ever love can make.
For thee, all thoughts of pleasure I forgo,
For Thee, my tears shall never cease to flow;
For thee at once I from the world retire,
To feed in silent shades a hopeless fire.
My bosom all thy image shall retain,
The full impression there shall still remain
As thou has taught my tender heart to prove
The noblest height and elegance of love,
That sacred passion I to thee confine.
My spotless faith shall be for ever thine.
Warmest Regards,
Tim & Kim Creech
Evelyn Martin
November 12, 2008
Gary and family, Sherry and family, I have tried to think of something to say that would help ease your pain but I know that words cannot heal the pain of losing someone you love. Just know that we are here if you need us, our every thought and prayer are of you and your families. Love Evelyn & Seth
Staci Lampkin-Longest
November 12, 2008
I am very sorry for your families loss. Charles was a great person in every way! He will be greatly missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with you during these hard times!
- Staci & Scott Longest
BOBBY & EUNICE PEATROSS
November 12, 2008
We will miss seeing your smile & wave when we pass by.
junie brooks
November 12, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Mickey & Tara (Hicks) Wright
November 12, 2008
Sherry & family,
The sorrow of the faithful is not that of permanent loss, but the tender sense of sadness that comes in saying good-bye for now to someone we love. May today's sorrow give way to the peace and
comfort of God's love. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Linda Mahovtas
November 12, 2008
Sarah,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Linda Mahovtas
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