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Charley Stuart Heath

Olympia, Washington

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Charley Stuart Heath

Born in Phoenix, Arizona, January 22, 1923: died in Olympia, Washington, March 7, 2011. A resident of Olympia for the past 43 years, Charley was a 24-year career military man who retired from Fort Lewis as a Lt. Col. in the U.S. Army. He served in the Berlin...

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I was just his mail carrier for 11 years, but I always enjoyed the moments we'd meet up at the box and have a little talk. He was awesome!!

Dear Col. Hockley and Ms. Slosson,

On behalf of the family, thank you so very much for your touching entries. It meant so much to us to see them and we sincerely appreciate your taking the time to write them.

Charley's passing is like the turning of a page of history. I had the privilege of knowing Charley for nearly 20 years in the 2nd Infantry Division, Korean War Veterans Alliance (2ID-KWVA) which he led so fiercely and capably for 10 years before his retirement--once more. What he did (with Virginia's help and patience) would have taken 5 people in any other enterprise. Regarding the Korean War, he was a combat infantry officer; that speaks for itself. He received three Bronze Star Medals for...

Though I'm saddened at the news of Charley's passing, I'm also feeling fortunate to have known him. What a wonderful life he led, filled with love of his family, country and fellow citizens. Job well done! My sympathies go to Mrs. Heath and the family. Nyla Slosson -- Charley's old mail carrier -- He always brightened my day!