Charles Edward Stowe

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Charles Stowe Obituary

STANLEY - Charles Edward Stowe, 83, of the Cowan's Ford Community, passed away Friday, Sept. 21, 2012 at Presbyterian Hospital, Huntersville.
He was born in Gastonia and was the son of the late Ralph Rothwell and Eugenia Wilson Stowe.
After 35 years of service, Mr. Stowe retired from Duke Power Company, Gastonia as Office Manager. He was a former member of the North Carolina National Guard, Gastonia and is a member of Salem United Methodist Church, Denver. He was a past member of First Baptist Church, Gastonia, former president of Kiwanas Club of Gastonia (1971-1972) and a present member and past Board of Directors member of Cowan's Ford Golf Club. Golf was his life.
Mr. Stowe is survived by his wife of 33 years, Brenda Whitesides Stowe; one daughter, Cynthia Walters of Raleigh; two stepdaughters, Christina Robbins and husband Robert of Woodlands, Texas, Barrie Edwards and husband James of Valdosta, Georgia; one stepson, Patrick Patterson and wife Joy of Fort Mill; and one sister, Dorothy Stowe of Orlando, Fla.; 12 grandchildren, Joe Rickman, Michael Reynolds, Kristin Robbins, Bethany Pettit, Lee Starnes, Matt Starnes, Thomas McDaniel, Christian Edwards, Blake Edwards, Brandon Edwards, Eli Patterson, Mary Patterson; three great-grandchildren, Makalah Starnes, Abel Pettit, Ruby Reynolds.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday at Salem United Methodist Church, 378 North Pilot Knob Road, Denver, N.C., with the funeral service to follow at 2 p.m. with Pastor David Hobson officiating.
Interment will follow at Hollywood Cemetery, Gastonia.
Mr. Stowe was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Ralph Rothwell Stowe Jr.
Memorials may be made to Salem United Methodist Church, 378 N. Pilot Knob Rd., Denver, NC 28037; or Salvation Army, 107 South Broad Street, Gastonia, North Carolina 28052.
Online condolences may be made at www.carothersfuneralhomegastonia.com.
Carothers Funeral Home, Gastonia is serving the Stowe family.

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Published by Gaston Gazette from Sep. 24 to Sep. 25, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Charles Stowe

9 Entries

September 26, 2012

Brenda,I was so saddened to hear of the passing of a TRUE FRIEND in Charlie; he befriended me more than 20 years ago @ Woody's, and remained a dear friend ever since,bringing me golf balls (which I promptly lost) on a regular basis,and always encouraging me to never lose my passion for the game I he and I loved.But most of all, he was a GOOD FRIEND who I will miss DEARLY! I only regret that he didn't know how much I truly loved him and looked up to him! I love you too, Brenda, cause I know how much he Loved You.And thats all I needed to know!...AJ Benson.

Jennifer, Todd, Kayleigh and Amanda Olson

September 25, 2012

Aunt Brenda, we were all so sad to hear of Uncle Charlie's passing. He was such a wonderful, happy person. I so enjoyed visiting with y'all when we would be down at your house. I am sorry that we could not come down for the funeral. I am glad that Kayleigh and I got to see you and Charlie earlier this summer. Charlie will be missed by all, but we are happy that he is at peace, without any pain or illness. I bet heaven has a beautiful golf course and he is playing right now.

Jean W. Stewart

September 25, 2012

Dear Cindy, So sorry about your Dad. It has been so long since I have seen you. I called Melissa and told her. She asked me to send her regards and please get in touch with me. Still in the same place.

September 24, 2012

Brenda my friend, I will miss Charlie he was a a great husband to you and such a gentle soul. God Bless you both

September 24, 2012

Please accept our sincere sympathy at this time of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Charlotte Chapter
Duke Energy Retirees

Polly Leviner
Chaplain

September 24, 2012

Please accept our sincere sympathy at this time of loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jerry Stafford

September 24, 2012

"We missed you yesterday Buddy!" We will always think about you when we see the collection plates at church. You made everyone feel so welcome with your big sincere smile and hugs. The Crusaders Class lost a very wonderful member. Our prayers are with you all.

Love,
Jerry and Jaime

Stephanie & Jimmy Helms

September 24, 2012

Barrie, sorry to hear about Charlie's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Maxine Maggart

September 24, 2012

Brenda, I am so sorry to learn of the loss of Charlie. My thoughts and prays are certainly with you during this very difficult time. Please let me know if there is anything at all that I can do for you and/or your family.

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