Remembering the life, death and legacy of Purple Heart recipient Charles Fletcher
Mr. Charles Vernon Fletcher of West Jefferson died Monday, Nov. 25, 2013, at his home. He was 83. Mr. Fletcher was born May 14, 1930 in Columbus, Ohio, to Greely and Naomi Taylor Fletcher. Mr. Fletcher was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Cecil Fletcher, Robert Fletcher; and one sister, Louise Hartzog. Mr. Fletcher served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and was awarded a Purple Heart. He was a supervisor in the automotive industry. Mrs. Nancy Jo Beshears...