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William Charters Obituary
died suddenly from a massive heart attack on the evening of Saturday May 13th, 2006 in his home in Phoenix, Arizona. Bill was born on November 2nd, 1950 in Farmington, New
Mexico to William and Mary Charters. He was the oldest of four children, and moved to Phoenix at the age of five. He was a man of strength and character who was loved and respected by all who knew him. He lived his life according to the ideals that meant most to him; honesty, integrity, and devotion to his family. He was a self-reliant man who made his way from working in a warehouse to being one of the top salesmen in his field. He loved motorcycles and San Francisco, and hoped to one day travel the world with his beloved wife, Melody Martin-Charters. He is survived by Melody, who will love him "Forever and a Day", his stepdaughter Kyrie, his son Billy, his daughter-in-law Ashley, and his Granddaughter Station, step-daughter Sarah, step-son Joe and grandson Cameron. There will be a viewing from 5-8p.m. on Thursday May 18th at Resthaven Park Mortuary and Cemetery, followed by a Funeral Service Friday morning at 10 am.
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barry holwegner
June 8, 2006
I know that you are watching over Melody,your family,and your friends.Ican feel it every day.
I miss you buddy.
Ashley Charters
May 23, 2006
Barry, Thank you so much for maintaining this guest book. Our families will find comfort in the words everyone is writing about him. We loved him more than we could say. We also appreciate everyone that was in his life recently or long ago. Thank you again.
Ashley Charters (Billy's wife)
Lori Holwegner
May 23, 2006
Bill was a wonderful human being and will be sorely missed by all who knew him. You will be in our hearts and minds forever. I met you through my husband,Barry. To him, you are the brother he never had.
My thoughts and prayers go out to Melody & family.
I will never forget the ride to Williams, Arizona. Your majestic chariot (motorcycle) will forever be your legacy.
Amber Holwegner
May 20, 2006
Bill was a great man and a very good friend to my dad, Barry. He meant so much to him. I remember him from when I was little and I just remember how nice he was. I know that he will be watching over his friends and family and his Harley! Bill will be in my prayers along with his whole family.
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Barry Holwegner
May 20, 2006
My deepest sympathy go out to Melody and Billy and their families. Bill was always the one i looked up to from the time we met in 1988. We worked together for many years, rode together, laughed together. He was my mentor. I will miss you terribly my friend. God be with you Bill until we meet again. Ride Free.
Barbara O'Neill
May 20, 2006
My heart goes out to you with the lose of Bill. I worked with him for several years. Keep the memories and they will get you through. May God Bless all of you.
Mike and Chris Lahaie
May 19, 2006
Thoughts and prayers to the Charters
family at your time of loss.
I worked with Bill for many years, my wife knew him back at East High School.
Rest in Peace, Bill.
BRANDI NGUYEN
May 19, 2006
DEAREST BILL, YOU WERE THE MOST KIND HEARTED PERSON WE HAVE EVER KNOWN, YOU WILL MISSED EVER SO MUCH. MAY GOD BLESS AND KEEP YOU SAFE. WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU.. BRANDI, DUKE, MELAYNA, MITCHELL AND EMMA NGUYEN
LORA LONG
May 19, 2006
MAY GOD HOLD YOUR HAND ON THIS FINAL JOURNEY...YOU MADE EVERY ONES LIFE BETTER FOR HAVING KNOWN YOU...I WILL GIVE YOU ONE FINAL ROSE WHEN I COME TO SAY GOOD-BYE. LOVE ACROSS THE MILES..LORI LONG
Ken Boerner
May 19, 2006
Our Thoughts and Prays to Bill's family, It was a pleasure to work with him over the last several years.
Mary and Mike DeWitz
May 18, 2006
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We knew Bill and Billy 20 yrs ago when he played Weekend Warriors. May your memories of Bill keep a constant smile on your face..
Sandra K McLemore
May 18, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Melanie Blea
May 18, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Bill. I had the privilege of knowing and working with Bill for about 10 years. Always very friendly and happy. A pleasure to deal with. We will all miss him.
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