Charles John Beatty

1941 - 2021

BORN

1941

DIED

2021

FUNERAL HOME

Charles Beatty Obituary

Charles John Beatty, 77, of Madison, AL, passed from this life on Monday, December 31, 2018 at Huntsville Hospital Hospice Family Care from complications of Parkinson's disease. He was the husband of Judy (Goetz) Beatty, his devoted wife of 31 years. Born on May 3, 1941, in Punxsutawney, PA, he was the son of the late James R. and Martha Elizabeth (Stewart) Beatty. Mr. Beatty graduated from Punxsutawney Area High School in 1959, Pennsylvania State University-Dubois in 1961, and Tri-State College (Trine University) in 1965 with his BS in Electrical Engineering. Mr. Beatty worked as an engineer for Goodyear Aerospace, CAE-Link, and McDonnell Douglas/ Boeing. Over his long career he worked on flight training systems for projects such as: SkyLab, C130 aircraft, and the Apache Helicopter. He retired from Boeing as an Engineer Scientist for the Ground-Based Midcourse Defense project. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters Stacy (John) Benner and Gail (Keith) Dupont, step-children Jim (RaeLynne) Hundley, Rebecca (Ray) Coury, and Mindy (Kevin) O'Brien, as well as 13 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his brothers James and William Carl. No services are planned at this time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Chuck's memory to The Michael J. Fox Foundation through the Chuck Beatty Legacy Page at https://www.michaeljfox.org/tribute. Expressions of sympathy may be shared with the family at http://www.legacychapelfunerals.com

Published by AL.com (Huntsville) from Jan. 5 to Jan. 6, 2019.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Charles Beatty

Sponsored by The Family.

Not sure what to say?





No matter how long with have our loved ones with us it hurts when they fall asleep in death. May her precious memories along with God's promises soothe everyone's heart. PSALMS 119 verse 76.

January 15, 2019

We miss you Chuck. We love you Judy.
From your Sunny Street cafe family.

Amanda Cunningham

January 9, 2019

I am so sorry to hear of Chuck's passing. We worked together at Link, and was a fine co-worker. I send my condolences to the family.

Arnie Tester

January 8, 2019

Chuck was always a gentleman and a great coworker. His Groundhog Day parties were legendary. He will truly be missed.

Dave Martinkovic

January 7, 2019

Chuck was always a true gentleman and a great coworker. His Groundhog Day parties were legendary. He will truly be missed.

Dave Martinkovic

January 7, 2019

Dave Martinkovic

January 7, 2019

Our Heavenly Father has given us a life span of 70-80 years if we are especially strong. May you celebrate a life well lived and loved by many. May the words of Psalm 90:10,14 bring comfort to the family.

Pamela Johnson

January 7, 2019

Judy and Family,

I was saddened to see Chucks obituary in the Press Sun Bulletin this morning. He was a good co-worker and friend. I have many fond memories of our time at Link, both at work and at play. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on his passing.

Warmest regards,

John

John Clark

Friend

January 6, 2019

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your loved one. Jeremiah 29:11, 12 assures us that God is thinking thoughts of peace towards us, to give us a future and a hope, and that if we come and pray to Him, He will listen to us. May you have peace, in this time of deep sorrow.

E V

January 2, 2019

Showing 1 - 9 of 9 results

Make a Donation
in Charles Beatty's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

Memorial Events
for Charles Beatty

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Legacy Chapel Funeral Home And Crematory - Madison

16 Hughes Road, Madison, AL 35758

How to support Charles's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Charles Beatty's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more