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Charles Markell Obituary
MARKELL CHARLES W. MARKELL (Age 62) Of Calabash, NC, formerly of Annandale, VA on Saturday June 27, 2009. Beloved husband of Sandra Markell, devoted father of Erica (Hagan) Colo; son of Dorothy Markell; brother of Edward T. Markell and Margaret Chipiwalt. He is also survived by one granddaughter, Claire Colo. Charles lived in the Northern Virginia area until his retirement when he moved to a Golf Community in Calabash, NC. He served in the US Army from 1966 to 1968. He retired from ManTech International in December of 2006 as VP for Business Development, Defense Systems Group. Charles was an avid golfer and fulfilled his lifelong dream of living on a golf course upon his move to Calabash. He was active in youth sports and dedicated many hours to volunteering at high school track meets in Northern Virginia. Friends may call at FAIRFAX MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 9902 Braddock Rd., Fairfax, VA on Monday July 6, 2009 from 7 to 9 p.m. and where services will be held on Tuesday July 7 at 11 a.m. Interment will be held on Thursday July 9, 2009 at Quantico National Cemetery at 11 a.m. Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. www.fmfh.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Markell
Tom Casey
July 7, 2009
My wife and I would like to express of deepest of sympathy to Charlie's family. When we were matched as partners, I just loved playing golf with him. He was truly an extremely likable person who will be missed. God bless you through this trying time.
Ed Carroll
July 6, 2009
We've been missing Charlie since he retired from ManTech! Lots of great memories; between his great sense of humor & all the fun we had w/the football pools. My thoughts & prayers go out to his Wife & the entire Markell Family. May he rest in peace.
Ellie & Bill Allen
July 5, 2009
July 05, 2009
We enjoyed our time with Charlie and he will definately be missed. Bill enjoyed playing golf with him as he was calming during the round of golf. Our thoughts are with family and friends.
Marilyn & Frank Suppa
July 4, 2009
Charlie will be missed. He was fun on and off the golf course. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May you find comfort in knowing he is at peace.
Mason Anderson
July 3, 2009
Sandy, you and Charlie are well loved members of our community here at Brunswick. He will be missed by everyone. We are a better community because you and Charlie became part of it.
May God continue to shine his light on you and your family.
July 3, 2009
Our prayers are with you Sandy. Charlie, may your shots on the course & fairway above always be true & straight.
Linda & Garnett Million (Calabash, NC)
Mike Lach
July 3, 2009
I only knew Charlie for a short time but thoroughly enjoyed his company on and off the golf course. He was a great guy. May he rest in peace, and condolences to his family.
John Walsh
July 3, 2009
On behalf of myself and my wife Marion our prayers are with the family during this time of loss. I enjoed playing golf with Charlie; he was always a gentleman and good sport. He will be missed down here at Brunswick. May eternal light continue to shine down upon him and may his family find comfort and peace.
Jessie Ralph
July 3, 2009
I never got to know you but desperately wanted to. May God rest your soul.
Jessie (Wright) Ralph
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