Charles Ray Brutus

All through my 3 years at South Highlands Elementary Mr. Brutus was one of the absolute highlights of my years, always having a smile on my face when I'd go into his class. I ended up moving before he passed but will always have a place in my heart and so will South Highlands.

As I look at the October 2014 calendar, I think about the day my baby brother, Charles, went on to be with the Lord. I still miss him and I am sure I always will. I still am thankful for the full and rich life he lived. I checked my email today and saw that there were new postings. It warms my heart still to hear how much he was loved by so many.

You never know how you are going to react to things like this. It hurts you deep in side. My only comfort is knowing that Charles made...

Charles and I became friends at NLU. He was a truly gifted musician and just a really nice person. I learned of his death by happenstance on the Internet and am stunned and grief-stricken to learn this news. He will be greatly missed.

Ch arles what's my roommate in college. Nancy and I I've been thinking about him lately and wanted to contact him to say hi to him after all these years.we haven't seen or spoke to him in 30 years yet the memory of him doing we're not gonna take it by Quiet Riot Frank Sinatra style still fresh in my mind. Still remember the time when he attended my tennis matches and same to me is it the best you can do.in the two years we spent as a roommate Charles shared with me his friendship while I...

As I awaken this morning, I decided to google my brother's name. This has been so unreal for me. I have rested after returning to Atlanta, Ga. 24 hours after hearing of Charles' death I had major surgery, for which I was not totally prepared for. But, God is good. He is the Great Shepherd and nothing catches him by surprise. He knew the timing of both Charles' death as well as my surgery. And he knew how much covering that would be needed to carry my family through this painful time.

Charles elevated my love of all things musical - he had such wonderful talent and humor and a humility of both. His ability should have been celebrated on the most popular stages and churches around the world, but he chose to help push up the young voices and talent in this local area. How much he will be missed !! Prayers for his family and the SLUMC - I know you will continue to feel his loss.

Mr. Brutus was a wonderful teacher and an even better friend. He was the teacher you could go to after having a rough day and his smile will instantly brighten the room. He wore his "teachers rules" pins on his shirts and took pride in explaining them to us. You will be dearly missed by the students of South Highland Elementary. You taught me so much about music, and also taught me so much about life. I pray that your stories and spirit will live on. Thank you for all you have done, Charles...

I remember Mr. Brutus as an inspiring music teacher at St. Luke's United Methodist church. May god bless them in comfort and sorrow.