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Charles Chatfield Obituary

CHATFIELD Charles Brandon, 21, beloved son of Rausel ("Ross") Lincoln Chatfield and Catherine Lear Chatfield, and cherished brother of Holly Chatfield Reik, retumed to live with God on March 21, 2013. Brandon was born and raised in Lexington. He attended Veterans Park Elementary School, Morton Middle School, Lexington Catholic High School and Bluegrass Community & Technical College. Brandon was an avid student of exercise science and bodybuilding, a sport at which he excelled. He was trained by Images Model and Talent Agency as a bodybuilding model. He loved golf, fishing, boating, camping, playing with his dogs, and spending time with his many friends. Brandon will be remembered always for many things -- his kind heart, his generous spirit, his ready smile, his love of adventure, and his wry sense of humor; but most of all for his unfailing devotion to his friends and his family. He was especially close to his sister Holly and was a loving, doting uncle to her two sons, Mason and Weston. In addition to his parents, sister, and nephews, Brandon is survived by his brother-in-law, James Reik; his extended family, Louise Lear (Lexington), Bill and Evangeline Lear (Lexington), Jennifer, Taylor, Connor and Caroline Eversole (Lexington), Carrie, Barrett, Cole and Tucker Milner (Lexington), Robby Lear (Lexington), Carol, Rick, Eric Amanda Lily and Hunter Bryant (Lexington), Bill and Barbara Thomason (Lexington), Melissa and Phil Chambless (Atlanta), and Laura Thomason (Atlanta), Lloyd and Kaoru Chatfield (Lexington), Lloyd II, Christina, Lloyd III, Jake, Lauren and Lena Chatfield (Libertyville, IL), Leah, Danny, Isabella, Alex and Gabby Flora (Lexington), Aria Lee, Tom, Karla, Krista and Kendra Morgan (McArthur, OH), Sheila Chatfield (Ft. Lauderdale, FL) and many close friends. Brandon was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Marvin Lear, his paternal grandparents Arlo Leland and Mabelle R. Neer Chatfield, and his cousin, Marcie Reynolds Thomason. Visitation wlll be at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, 3421 Harrodsburg Road, Wednesday, March 27, from 4-7pm. Funeral service arrangements are pending. Pallbearers will be Kevin Collier, BJ. Spurlock, Eric Bryant, Hunter Bryant, Robby Lear, and Barret Milner. Honorary Pallbearers are Joel Akers, Alyssa Derrick, Dan Rison, and Manu Gomez. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Lexington Humane Society, 1600 Old Frankfort Pike, Lexington, KY 40504, LDS Charities-Humanitarian Aid, www.ldsphilanthropies.org/in-memoriam, or to a church or charity of one's choice.
Published by Lexington Herald-Leader on Mar. 26, 2013.

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Patty & David Breeze

March 20, 2023

Its hard to believe that Brandon died 10 years ago. David and I remember the fun times we all had when we went on famiy vacations to Ocean Isle Beach, NC. Brandon was always full of energy and had a smile on his face! We are sorry for his short life but know he is at peace with our heavenly father!

J K

March 30, 2013

My family & I offer our heartfelt condolences. May the God of all comfort be with you all during this time of grief. (1 Cor 15:26) So sorry for your loss. Charles touched many lives, and is greatly missed. (James 1:13)

Charlotte Wong

March 29, 2013

Cathy and Holly,
I was so very sad to hear of this loss. I will hold you in my heart, my thoughts and prayers as you face the days and weeks ahead. Prayers of comfort and healing.

March 28, 2013

Cathy, Sorry for your loss. Dave Foley

David Goldfarb

March 28, 2013

Cathy, I am so very sorry for your loss.

Mary Fakharpour

March 27, 2013

My heart goes out in deepest sorrow and sympathy to you and yours in this time of terrible loss.

Mary & Jim Hayes

March 27, 2013

We are sorry for your loss-Mary & Jim Hayes

Sue & Ray Clark

March 27, 2013

Cathy& Family, we are so very sorry to learn of the loss of your loved one. We are thinking of you & are in our thoughts & prayers.

The Mumper Family

March 27, 2013

We are thinking of you in this most difficult time.
With deepest sympathy, Natalie, Russ, Ryan, Shannon, and Erin Mumper

Carla Krichbaum

March 27, 2013

Cathy,Ross,Holly & family: I am so sorry about the loss of Brandon. Although it's been years I have vivid memories of of him as a boy and wish I would have had the chance to know him better. i have been thinking of all of you and have you in my prayers.

Nelson and Dollie Young

March 27, 2013

Holly, Our devotion and love to you and your family in the loss of your brother and son. Such a terrible loss at such a young age. Our love and prayers.

Mark Russell

March 26, 2013

I wanted to say how very sorry I was to hear of Brandon's death. My deepest sympathy to his family.

Mark Russell
Morton Middle School

Nicole Johansen

March 26, 2013

Dear Reiks & Chatfields,

We wish we could join you tomorrow in grieving Brandon's death and celebrating his life. I wish I could give you a big hug Holly! I haven't stopped thinking about you for the past several days. Our hearts and prayers are with you. We love you all!

Love,
Tyler, Nicole, Caleb & Luke Johansen

March 26, 2013

No words can comfort you in your loss. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Larry and Delores Gatewood

Caitlin Davis

March 26, 2013

Even when things were hard, Brandon always had a laugh to share. He was one of the most well liked people I knew and it was a pleasure to be his friend. The world has lost a light with Brandon. All of my love.

Mike Hilton

March 26, 2013

I had the pleasure of teaching Brandon at Lexington Catholic and will always remember his smile and love of life.

Pam Virgi

March 26, 2013

Dear Holly, James and Family-

My heart is sad for you and your family as you grieve the loss of your brother, Charles. It is my prayer you will be comforted by knowing the eternal bond of family and the miracles of the Easter season.

With abiding love -
Pam

Taylor Rawlins

March 26, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loose Chatfield family. I remember growing up with Brandon and Holly. I will cherish all the memories as you all have impacted my life for the better. I will always remember Brandon as the kickball, spud, and wall ball champ.

March 26, 2013

Brandon had so many friends. Our family would like to express our deepest Sympathy at this sad time to the loved ones he left behind. We pray that you will find comfort from not only your Savior but from the many family and friends who feel you pain and grieve with you. Thinking of you. The Massies

March 26, 2013

Cathy and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved son and brother.
Terri McCormick

March 26, 2013

Our condolences to the Chatfield family. We will always be grateful for the generosity shown by the Chatfields in support of our camping and canoeing outings on Stoner Creek in Bourbon County. May perpetual light shine upon Charles, o Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him.
Patrick "Pat" Conley
BSA Troop 67
Paris, KY

March 26, 2013

Our condolences to the Chatfield family in their time of tremendous sorrow. We always appreciated the generosity of the Chatfields in supporting our canoeing and camping experiences on Stoner Creek in Bourbon County. Eternal rest grant unto Charles, o Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him.
Patrick "Pat" Conley
BSA Troop 67
Paris, KY

Anna Sturgill Imber

March 26, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss.

Patty Breeze

March 26, 2013

What a beautiful tribute to a fine young man whose life ended way too soon. Our hearts and prayers go out to his parents and family.

March 26, 2013

Holly and Family

My deepest sympathy.

Mildred Stakelin

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