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Charlie Upson Obituary

AIKEN, S.C. - Mr Charlie Upson II, 49, of 324 Newberry St, entered into rest June 5, 2016. Funeral arrangements will be announced. Mr Upson was a member of Second Baptist Church and a 1984 graduate of South Aiken High School. Survivors include parents, Willie & Wilhelmenia Upson, Aiken; sisters, Kendra (Gehazel Jr) Williams & Devadia Upson both of Aiken; brother, John L. Upson, McCormick; and a host of other relatives. Family and friends may call the residence of his sister, Kendra (Gehazel Jr) Williams, 1433 Edgefield Hwy. G.L. BRIGHTHARP & SONS MORTUARY 390 BEAUFORT ST AIKEN (803)648-0134

Published by The Augusta Chronicle on Jun. 7, 2016.
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Kendra, I am sorry to hear about Charlie. My brother just told me today. Love you, D. Reed (Childhood neighbor).

May 15, 2017

What a great hearted person and, always a gentleman. Charlie you will be missed.
May God shelter the family through knowing he's at peace and smiling as always.

Joanne Bechtel & The Wakefield Family

June 11, 2016

Ruth E Belcher So Hurt God Bless You Family

June 9, 2016

To Charlie's family - I am blessed to have known him for the short time he worked at Chandler Law Firm. He was always upbeat and pleasant even though he often did not feel well. He was a smart, compassionate gentleman and will be missed. My prayers and thoughts are with the family that Holy Spirit will comfort you in this time of sorrow and we can rejoice in the fact we will see him again someday.

June New

June 9, 2016

Kendra, sorry to hear of your brother passing. Our Family will continue to pray for your family.
God bless

PERRY

June 9, 2016

My deepest sympathy to Kendra and all of the Upson family. Charlie was such a sweet hearted person, always making me laugh. Your loss, but heavens gain.....

Evelyn Pride

June 9, 2016

On behalf of the Shelby Family, we extend our heart-felt condolences to the Upson Family. May God continue to bless and keep you Mr. & Mrs. Upson, Kendra and John.

Sharon Guyton

June 9, 2016

To the Upson family, my condolences to you all. Charlie will truly be missed. I will keep you all in prayer.

Lisa Johnson

June 9, 2016

Sending prayers for comfort and peace during your time of loss.

Angela Key

June 9, 2016

May GOD bless your family and give you peace and comfort.

Denise Breland-Riley

June 8, 2016

To the Upson family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Charile was truly a nice man that I'm glad to have known. May God comfort you all today and forever.

Hope Yarborough-Parrish

June 8, 2016

Charlie , this feels unreal to me.You will be missed but not forgotten. In my mine you are on a mission, rest now my friend. Much Love !!!!
Yvonne Joyce,

Yvonne Joyce

June 8, 2016

I work for Maxwell Law Firm and would see Charlie everyday when he would come in with a huge smile on his face. He was always so gracious and kind and truly made an impact in our lives showing how we should treat everyone - with kindness and respect. He will truly be missed!! My thoughts and prayers are with his family!

Patty Clarke

June 8, 2016

Wilhelmenia, You and your family are in my heart and mind. Please accept my warmest condolences, I'm sending thoughts of peace your way.

Bonnie Watson

June 8, 2016

Wilhelmenia and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Please always remember what a kind and thoughtful son and brother Charlie was. God Bless you all as we mourn a wonderful man.

Pat Thomas

June 8, 2016

Wilhelmenia- My deepest condolences for you and your family at this difficult time of sorrow. Prayers for you and the family.

Maria Martinez

June 8, 2016

To the Upson Family, you have our deepest condolences and prayers. Charlie was a gentle loving man who had a great smile and very friendly disposition. He will be greatly missed, but he is resting now with the Lord.
Love you all

Ernest/Karen Drummings

June 8, 2016

Does not seem real. My friend, my brother, my confidant gone. I am so thankful that I was able to share my life experiences with a true friend Mr. Charlie Upson from the streets of Aiken to the streets of Kuwait we morn the loss of a great man.

Teddy Simpkins

June 8, 2016

I'm so glad to I had the chance to talk to you Charlie that same day you you past away. Remembering old times in church and laughing. My condolences goes goes out to the family.

Anita Williams

June 8, 2016

Charlie U were a good dude. U always call me Troop. We had some good times back in the day. I saw U in BI-LO and U were so happy and now U are happier with the LORD. May GOD be with the family as HE opens up the Heavenly Gates. RIP TROOP!

Alan Settles

June 8, 2016

My humble thoughts, prayers and sympathy to the Upson Family. Charlie was loved and still is. May the God we serve comfort and keep you all during this difficult time.

Kimberly Simpkins

June 7, 2016

So sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. He and I attended USC-Aiken together. My deepest sympathy to the family. Love Debrah V Coleman

Debrah Coleman

June 7, 2016

I THANK GOD I WAS GIVEN AN OPPORTUNITY TO KNOW SUCH A REMARKABLE MAN WHICH TOTALLY ENLIGHTENED MY LIFE & MADE A LASTING IMPRESSION IN MY LIFE. GOD HAS TAKEN ANOTHER ANGEL HOME WITH HIM..PRAYERS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY THROUGH THIS LOSS !!!

MARSHA MILLER

June 7, 2016

Praying for peace and comfort. Charlie was the best friend I never knew I had. He will truly be missed.

Trina Mackie

June 7, 2016

Our deepest condolence for you and your family. You are in our prayers.

Sheila & Chuck Patton

June 7, 2016

Sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one....Your Family is in My thoughts and prayers...RIP Charlie

Stephanie McFadden

June 7, 2016

Rest in Peace Charlie.

Marie

June 7, 2016

Wilhelmenia -you and your family are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss and I pray in the name of Jesus that the Lord lifts all of you in the knowledge that Charlie is in arms of the Lord.

Marie Petersen

June 7, 2016

I hope this candle illuminates the darkness. My grief gives way to gratefulness to having known Charlie for the time I did.
My prayers and condolensces go out to Charlie's family and friends. May the Lord carry your heavy hearts.

Sonesta Nelson-Gilliam

June 7, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

SHEILA KEY

June 7, 2016

Our deepest sympathy for the Upson family

Nunez Family

June 7, 2016

Upson family, you are with us in our prayers. Your gentleness and your smile will always be remembered. Rest In Paradise Charlie.

Sylvia (Tom) Harper Humphries

June 7, 2016

Charlie was someone who made you laugh but he was also the "go to" person for questions regarding life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. He will be missed by all!

Maxine Joyce

June 7, 2016

Our deepest sympathy for the Upson family

Ferlando and Michelle

June 7, 2016

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