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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!!
Nyla L Slosson
March 05, 2023


Olympia, Washington
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...Read MoreI 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!!
Nyla L Slosson
March 05, 2023
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.
Laura Heath
March 17, 2011
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...
March 12, 2011
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!
March 12, 2011