Charles Andrew Carey

Charles Andrew Carey, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness and generosity.
He is survived by his loving wife, Rachel Carey and their daughters, Melissa Francois and Crystal Carey. His impact lives on through his granddaughters: Kahlan Hilliard Blakey, Ashlyne Hilliard, Lillian Hilliard and Cheyenne Francois; as well as his great-grandchildren, Maximus Wade Blakey and Gwynevere Yvonne Blakey.
He is also survived by his son-in-law, Robert Francois and grandson-in-law, Daiton Blakey; siblings: Mary Orr, Carolyne Shope, Jan Holder, Dennis Carey and their spouses, Mac Orr, Darrell Shope and Elaine Carey.
A man of many talents, Charles was a skilled welder, electrician, plumber, farmer and outdoorsman. He shared his passion for gardening, hunting and fishing with his family. He was a dedicated educator, inspiring countless students through his teaching of welding.
Charley Carey's family remember him as their rock, a shining example of strength, kindness and generosity.
He left this world Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, doing what brought him joy, surrounded by nature near his home.
A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later time.
Townson-Smith Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Carey family.
An online register is available at townson-smithfuneralhome.com.