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Charles Tichenor Obituary
Charles Tichenor departed this life peacefully into God's hands surrounded by his family on August 17, 2012. He was born in Roanoke, Virginia on February 17, 1924. He joined the Navy on February 12, 1943 and patrolled the Asiatic Pacific Area aboard the USS Allen DD-66 as a Sonarman Second Class until he was honorably discharged on March 20, 1946.
He and Elizabeth were married on July 29, 1945 and settled in Jonesboro, La after his tour of duty ended with the Navy. In 1978 they moved to Monroe, LA and remained there until 2009 when they moved to Baton Rouge to be near their son Jerry.
He is preceded in death by his oldest son Don W. Tichenor, and his parents and siblings.
He is survived by his wife Elizabeth of 67 years, son Jerry and wife Laurie of Baton Rouge, son Terry and wife Nancy of Santa Fe, Texas, three grandchildren, Allison, Wes, and Stuart Tichenor, great grandchildren Gracie, Wesley, Jackson, and James Tichenor, and a host of nieces and nephews.
A memorial service was held on Sunday, August 19, 2012 at Parkview Baptist Church with Reverend Erby Burgess officiating. Inurnment and graveside services will be at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery in Bienville Parish at a later date.
A very special and heart felt "Thank You" to Linda Carter whose aid and assistance to Charles & Elizabeth during their later years in Monroe was immeasurable. Also, special thanks to their good friends who were always there for them. Remembrances may be left at www.oursofh.com
Ourso Funeral Home
Gonzales, LA
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Kent and Cheryl McBride
August 24, 2012
Dear Jerry, Laurie and family, we just got the news on "Doc" today. So sorry for your loss. He always had a smile and a way about him that made you feel as if you had known him forever. Please tell Elizabeth our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know he and Don are catching up on stories and Heaven is surely smiling at his jokes!
Love ya'll, Cheryl& Kent
August 23, 2012
We are so sad to hear about Charles. Mama always loved picking at him and we loved his sense of humor. We just found out today. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Pam, Steve, Karli & Kelsi Reich...and Bobbie June Stewart.
LaDonna Jensen
August 23, 2012
Prayers for the family and friends during this difficult time. LaDonna Stewart Jensen
Linda Nordan-Sanders
August 22, 2012
To the entire Tichenor family, please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. I will never forget Mr. Tichenor's grin when he was telling a story or listening to one. That Don loved his Daddy and I know they are sharing a big hug right now. My Love.
Cj Mistretta
August 22, 2012
Jerry, My prayers are with you and Laurie....
Stacy Weeks
August 22, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you Mrs. Tichenor and family during this time. Mr. Tichenor was a joy in our Stroke Support Group. May God Bless you, Stacy Weeks
From the Staff of Ourso Funeral Home
August 20, 2012
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