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Charles E. "Charlie" Brown, 83, of Jacksonville, died Saturday, July 13, 2013, at Heritage Health in Jacksonville.
He was born Nov. 7, 1929 in Virginia, the son of Charley and Ada Taylor Brown. He married Charlotte Dustin on Dec. 15, 1968, in Virginia, and she survives.
He is also survived by a son, John Brown (wife, Janice) of Wyanet; a daughter, Linda Noel of Springfield; three stepdaughters, Nancy Anderson and Sarah Reische, both of Jacksonville, and Carolyn Hitchcock (husband, Mike) of Lewistown; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; a sister, Ina Trenter of Virginia; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a son, Edward Brown; and two brothers, Lynn Brown (surviving wife, Doris of Virginia) and Owen Brown (surviving wife, Margie, of Virginia).
Charlie was a longtime carpenter and craftsman working as a member of Carpenters Union Local 51. He worked with Fernandes Construction Company for 15 years. He retired in 1989 following several years in the maintenance department at Jacksonville Developmental Center. He was a member of Jacksonville Community Christian Church, Jacksonville Moose Lodge 865, Jacksonville Elks Lodge 682 and Ducks Unlimited. In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking, creating craft projects, hunting and fishing. He was a devoted fan of NASCAR racing and St. Louis Cardinal baseball.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Jacksonville, with burial at Diamond Grove Cemetery in Jacksonville. The family will meet friends at the funeral home from 10 a.m. Wednesday until the time of services. Memorial gifts are suggested to the Illinois Ducks Unlimited Greenwing Program or the National Kidney Foundation. Condolences may be left online at www.buchanancody.com.
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I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Charlie. He worked with my Dad, Bill Simon, who was also a carpenter at JDC. Dad thought the world of him and spoke of him so often. He made a point on one of his last visits (he had moved to California) to stop by and see Charlie. My thoughts and prayers are with the famly. He will be missed.
Karen Simon
July 20, 2013
Charlotte, I'm so sorry to see that Charlie has passed. May he rest in peace. I remember all the mornings at Barney's having breakfast with Dad and he would say here comes Charlie and Charlotte. Just wondering how Charlie is feeling? We all have wonderful memories to hold onto forever. Take care.
Sharon Manker
July 18, 2013
So sorry for your loss. Everyone is in our thoughts and prayers.
Ed & Jan Glossop
July 17, 2013
John,and Carolyn,
You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your dad and stepfather,memories will keep him close,Sincerely, Cathy Elliott Cowgur
July 17, 2013
Sorry we are not in town to attend the celebration of Charlie's life. We send our condolences to the whole family.
David, Erin & Madeira Fernandes
July 16, 2013
A better "step" father I could not have asked for. Charlie, you will be missed so very much. I hope you knew how much you we loved you.
Carolyn Hitchcock
July 16, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. He will be sadly missed. Joan Horn
Joan Horn
July 16, 2013
Our thought and prayer are with the family. Charlie's spirited personality will be missed by all.
Ella Scaggs
July 16, 2013
I know Uncle Charles knew how much we loved him. He'll always be with us.
With Loving Thoughts - Nancy, Rich, Ben, Sara, Toby, & Keaton Sapp, Margie Brown, Lori, Guy, Chyann Robson, Cathy & Lloyd Bulman
Nancy & Rich Sapp
July 15, 2013
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