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Charles SWEET Obituary
He was the most devoted husband, father, and Pop Pop. Born in Lexington, Va., he moved to Hampton in 1962 when he started the Apprentice School at NASA where he retired 32 years later. He was a member at Liberty Baptist Church.
He leaves to cherish his memory sons, Terry and wife, Mary, Steve and wife, Judy; daughter, Darlene Leatherbury and husband, Curtis; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sister, Winnie Nelson; and brother, James Sweet.
Visitation will be from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 8, 2010, at W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, April 9, 2010, at Mt. Carmel Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Steeles Tavern, Va.
We cannot say thank you enough to the staff at Morningside Assisted Living. Heartfelt thanks to Brenda, Melissa, Samantha and JaneMarie from Hospice Community Care. Without their love and compassion I don't know if we could have gotten through this.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Liberty Baptist Church, Building Fund, 1021 Big Bethel Road, Hampton, VA 23666, or to the Alzheimer's Association, Hampton Roads Chapter, 6530 Center Drive, Suite 102, Norfolk, VA 23502.
Please leave condolences at www.wjsmithandsonfh.com.
Arrangements by W. J Smith & Son Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
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Nancy (Baker) Thomas
April 9, 2010
I loved my Uncle and Aunt very much and will cherish the memories visiting with them throughout the years. I am sad for those of us that will miss him here, but happy for him that he is at rest and with his wife again! Love to the rest of the family. My heart is with you!
Alan Henderson
April 7, 2010
I just wanted to express my condolences to Charlie's family. He was just such a wonderful person to work with and often to be taught by. I'll always remember his happy demeanor. Terry and the rest of the family, know that he is in a better place, now surrounded by the rest of his loving family. We'll all miss you Charlie!
Gary Carl
April 7, 2010
I am saddened to read of Charlie's passing. I am proud to say he was my friend when we both worked at NASA. I often called him "Sweet Charlie" because of the smile on his face and great personality. We will miss you my friend.
Rodney Russell
April 7, 2010
Charles Sweet what more can you say, a great person, I am so glad to have had the opportunity to work with him, to know him as a friend, to be mentored by him at NASA, and play softball with him. A spirited, loving, energetic, fun, person that will be greatly missed. Sorry to hear of his passing but, I had the opportunity to know what good people the Sweet family represents. God bless the family in this time of mourning and grief, may he smile upon you during this time.
Andy Jones
April 7, 2010
Terry,I am so sorry to hear about your father. Just seems like yesterday we were playing softball and he was right there playing with us! You and your family are in my prayers!
Nancy Pendleton
April 7, 2010
My family so enjoyed seeing Mr. Sweet (AKA Stuart) when ever we visited my MIL Ann. He was so kind and gentle with her and us. I'm sorry we never knew him in better times. He was a blessing to our family and will be missed.
Ernie Burt
April 7, 2010
I am sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. My thoughts are with your family. Charlie was a great guy and I never heard anything but positive things about him.
Ernie Burt
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