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Charles Bowles Obituary

CHARLES BOWLES

KINGS MOUNTAIN-Charles B. Bowles, age 76, a resident of Kings Mountain, went to be with the Lord on July 18, 2015, at his home. He was born in Layland, W. Va., son of the late Alva and Osie Ford Bowles.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Betty Nelson Bowles, a daughter, Kay Bowles, step-daughter, Debbie Fender, two brothers, Gordon Bowles and Arnold Bowles and a sister, Annabelle Gunter. He was a retired carpenter, a member of Unity Missionary Baptist Church in Mountain View, N.C., loved auctions and collecting Coca-Cola memoirbilia.

Charles was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather who loved the Lord and reading his bible.

He is survived by his sons, Billy Bowles and Danny, Wilkesboro, N.C., David Bowles, Clover, S.C., Sammy Bowles and wife Tabatha, Gastonia; daughters, Faye Messick and husband Billy, Kings Mountain, Edith Hill and husband Charles, Bessemer City, Audra Hall and husband John, Shelby, step-son, Darrell Fender, Jonesboro, Tenn.; step-daughters, Jo Fender, Shelby, Doris Osborne, Jonesboro, Tenn.; brother, Frank Bowles, Va.; sisters, Pat Kinder, W. Va., Bobbie Farthing, N.C., Joyce Blackburn, N.C.; 28 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, one great great-grandchild.

The family will receive friends from 7 until 9 p.m., Tuesday, July 21, 2015, at Harris Funeral Home, Kings Mountain, North Carolina.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m., Wednesday, July 22, 2015, at Allen Memorial Baptist Church, 1222 Long Branch Road, Grover, N.C., officiated by the Rev. Eric Blankenship.

Burial will be at Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain.

Online condolences may be made at www.harrisfunerals.com.

Arrangements by Harris Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kings Mountain, North Carolina.

Published by Shelby Star on Jul. 21, 2015.
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May you continue to rest in Heaven with your wife and the angels.

Ed Wilburn

Acquaintance

July 13, 2019

Daddy it is hard to believe that it has been 4 years since you went to HEAVEN. I miss you very much,

Edith Hill

Daughter

July 13, 2019

I miss you daddy. I am keeping strong through the Lord Jesus Christ. He has been my rock, to help me through your passing. I miss your smile.

Edith Hill

January 10, 2016

Miss you dad.

Edith

October 26, 2015

I love and miss you to the moon it so hard not to see or hear you around here but I know you are very happy love you daddy girl

faye

September 21, 2015

Miss you.

Edith

September 2, 2015

Thinking of you. Miss you.

Edith

August 28, 2015

Thinking of you. I miss you.

Edith

August 22, 2015

Charlie,you were the friendliest person that I ever went to church with will always remember you ,that friendly smile and that hardy hand shake ,regoise with Miss Betty and our blessed Lord

Harold &kay Tester

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You are so missed, but I know that you are in a better place. I think of you each day. I MISS YOU.

Edith Hill

August 20, 2015

Missing you each day. I love you

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Charles as I look back to our childhood, it is difficult for me to see how two people could have been closer than we were. Our paths diverged and all of that was lost, except for the memories. Being around your children, seeing how they interact with each other, I realized how much they are like the way you and I were as kids. You did a great job as Dad. Having those children, you were blessed as a Dad. They were also blessed having you for a Dad. I realize now how blessed I was having you as a Brother.

Frank Bowles

August 17, 2015

I know my family is hurting, but we need to stay close. We are all we have left. I miss you daddy.

Edith

August 11, 2015

Hey dad I sure am missing you. I love you. I know you are better and in no more pain. I love you

Audra

August 11, 2015

it dont seem real somedays i want to calljust to see how your doing i miss you so much my heart hurts tears fall but i know your ok all my love billy

August 10, 2015

Charles was a very GODLY man. He treated me with upmost respect. I will miss him dearly. Rejoice with the angels! Love you!

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we love you

eva

August 7, 2015

When I think of Charles, all I can think of is that warming smile he had. I know that heart felt smile came from the love he had for his family. Although I did not know Charles on a personal level, I do know the love he had for his family was like no other. He would want you to live your life to the fullest, embrace every moment you have with one another, and allow this loss to bring you closer than ever as a family. When you look up at the sky in remembrance of him, let your happy tears flow from the good memories you have made with him. As long as you carry him in your heart, he will always be with you to share your achievements, success, and life experiences. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers
Rest Peacefully Charles
P.S. "shake up the happiness"
with good memories

Robin, Casey, Holden, Nova,&Olivia Melton

August 5, 2015

I will always see my dad. Because all of his children. (My brother's and sister's) have his blue eyes. Also have his smile.

Edith

August 5, 2015

He was a very special Man. He would take so much and then with just a little rise in his voice you new that that was enough. he loved his children and treated me and Ed like his own. He will be missed RIP we love you

Judy and Eddie Hunley

August 5, 2015

He had such a great spirit and sense of humor. Always remember those great times we had in church. Praying for the family with mercy and grace to make the difficult to easier. Always lean on the Lord and he will never let you down. Pslamn 34:4. The song "Have faith in God" . Has helped me through tough times.

Amalia Brotherton

August 5, 2015

I am so glad that I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Bowles last year, as that was the first and last time I saw him. He had an infectious personality and kind spirit. I am also touched that he died on my birthday.

Ed Wilburn

August 4, 2015

Charles was a great man and always treated like his own grandchild. I have always had the up most respect for him and he will be missed

Terry Bridges

August 4, 2015

I'm very sorry for your loss and may God bless your family. RIP Mr. Bowles.

Melody Z

August 4, 2015

Praying for you all that the good memories will out weigh the loss that you feel at this time. Know that time will ease the pain of his passing; but he will forever be in your hearts. Love to you all and may GOD comfort you and give you peace.

Vonda Davis

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Missing you Dad.
God saw you getting tired, A cure was not to be. So he put his arms around you, and whispered, "Come with me." With tearful eyes we watched you suffer and saw you fade away. Although we loved you dearly, We could not beg you to stay. A golden heart stopped beating a busy life now mild. It touched our hearts and proved to us, God always takes his child. The angels led you safely home, But you left some things behind; Memories tucked in my heart, Those of a special kind. Memories of the love you gave, the happy times we shared. Memories of a special dad, who always showed he cared. I will miss my dad very much, but the one thing that helps me through all of this, is I know, that I know I will see you again. I may not have talked to my dad each day, but he knew that I loved him. He is no longer suffering. Jesus wrapped him in his arms and took him softly away. I Love you daddy, and will see you again someday. (Even though to you it will seem like one day).

Edith Hill

August 4, 2015

My deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss. Charles was a sweet and gentle man true blessing to us all. May the lord shine upon you all and give you strength.

Darlene Gunter

August 4, 2015

I can't believe your gone dad I miss you and love you

David Bowles

August 4, 2015

miss you every day love you

faye

August 4, 2015

Pawpaw you will forever be in our heart. We love and miss you very much.

Stephanie Lago

August 4, 2015

Charles was always the same. He always smiled and had a great sense of humor. We had some good times and I am thankful for the memories made with him.

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You were always quick with a smile, a laugh and a hug. You are missed but forever in our hearts.

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I love and miss you pawpaw. Miss digging in the flowers and helping you clean your house. Love always Ajani

Ajani Hall

August 4, 2015

I will definitely remember that wonderful laugh and smile you always had. Such a sweet and kind man. You will be missed!

Amanda Ward

August 4, 2015

I set here thanking of all want to say.all of the memories I have all the conversation we had had about work,sports ,bible .out all that all want to say is thank you for being a good friend, teacher, but most of all a good dad .I miss and love you.

Sammy Bowles

August 4, 2015

Audrey, I Am sorry we didn't get down there when your dad passed ,don't know that I could have found it by myself ,I know you will surely miss him he was a good man ,so was your mom Betty I still think of her ,when I think of one the other one always come to mind ,they were special people Love&prayers Kay&Harold Tester

Harold&Kay Tester

July 29, 2015

This is a difficult time for us. He was or should I say is a good man! The reason why I said he is still a good man is because he touched so many lives that U can and will still see his influence for years to come. We met and later he became my father-in-law, but left as my father.

John

July 29, 2015

It just does not seem real it's like I need to wake up from a bad dream. We lost aunt Janet today. I know you and everyone are having a great time but that does not make my heart hurt any less. Always a daddy's girl. I love you.

Audra

July 29, 2015

well daddy it not the same with you gone I seat and listen to see if I can hear you it to quite around here the babies ask where pawpaw all the time they enjoyed every day with you I know you are not hurting and you didn't want to go away but you had to so you be in no more pain we will never for get you you are in all of us even took after your eyes bowles we all ways will be love you miss you alot

FAYE

July 28, 2015

Papaw you will forever be in my heart. You will truly be missed. Love you always.

Kelly Bridges

July 24, 2015

You will be forever missed.

Sharon Tomlinson

July 23, 2015

You may be gone, but you will never be forgotten.

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I will always miss u papaw I love u.naudia hall

Naudia hall

July 23, 2015

My prayers go out to Audra and family. When I met John, I liked him right away. After talking to him, I understood why his family loved him so much.
Love to all. Aunt Rose

July 22, 2015

Aundra and family,so sorry to hear about your loss.I remember when I visited and met Charles.I enjoyed his company and never met a most amazing man.He is wraped within the arms of GOD.

Aunt Roxanne James

July 22, 2015

My prayers and deepest sympathy are with the family. When I first met my Son, John's father-in-law I understood why John always spoke of him with loving and caring words because that was the kind of person Charles was. I also grow to love and care for him. I know he will be truly missed.

Mellie Hall-Bond

July 22, 2015

One of the most amazing men to ever walk the earth...always smiling and a truly inspirational to all. I love u papaw Charles

Amanda Osborne

July 21, 2015

My prayers are with you all. I will truly miss your father even though I only knew him for a short time.

Debbie Jackson

July 21, 2015

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July 21, 2015

Charles will be forever in my heart and I wish all of you peace to bring comfort and courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your hearts forever.

NANCY HAMRICK

July 21, 2015

Brenda Martin

July 21, 2015

What a special person! Charles was always fun to be around, and his smile was contagious. He was up for anything: a flea market, an auction, a ride on a 4-wheeler, a ride around Chestnut Knob Road, a good meal, a reunion, silly pictures, or just sitting around talking. He even went to a casino with us wearing a ball cap that said, "Man of Faith." I am so glad I got to call this man my uncle.

Brenda Martin

July 21, 2015

RIP Mr. Bowles, I know you are missed already

Sharon Williams

July 20, 2015

Family you are in our prayers

Harold&Kay Tester

July 20, 2015

You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. May the memories you have bring you comfort and peace. - Ben, Mark, Tyler, Aaliyah, Keyonii and Princess

Mark Williams

July 20, 2015

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Audra Hall

July 20, 2015

Prayers for this family and friends. I met Charles a few time and he was a very kind man and had a very sweet turned personality.

Melissa Viars

July 19, 2015

Love. And will miss you always

April Thornton

July 19, 2015

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