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1952
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2018
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Charles Hudson Obituary
Knoxville, TN
Dr. Charles Earl Hudson, age 65 of Knoxville, TN passed away Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at his home after a courageous battle with lung cancer. A graduate of Central High School, Knoxville and Samford University School of Pharmacy. Charles was the owner/operator of Union Discount Pharmacy. He was a dedicated husband and father who rarely missed a University of Tennessee Football/Basketball game and was the personal owner of Smokey X, the UT Mascot. He proudly grew up at Alice Bell Baptist Church and was a member of Central Baptist Church Fountain City. Preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Earl and Martha Hudson.
Charles is survived by his wife: Cindy and
Children: Samuel and Katherine
Sisters: Nancy Hudson, Jane Trusley, and Helen Boring
Brother: John Hudson (Andrea)
Stepmother: Bernice Hudson
And a host of nieces and nephews
The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Saturday March 24, 2018 at Rose Mortuary on Broadway in Knoxville with funeral service to follow at 7:00 P.M. Saturday at Rose Mortuary. Burial will be Sunday March 25, 2018 in the Fairview Cemetery at 2:00 P.M.
Ministers: Rev. Ron Mouser and Rev. Lawrence Fultz
Pianist: Andrew Merritt
Pallbearers: Robert Hawkins, Brad Standefer, Andy Hudson, Steve Hudson, Chuck McPhetridge, Dusty Lay, Jason Hubbs and Luke Ray
Honorary Pallbearers: The staff and patrons of Union Discount Pharmacy.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to The Fountain City Ministry Center or the Union County Red Cross. Coffey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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Karen
August 15, 2023
My friends & I met Charlie in Ft. Lauderdale in 1971 and he later moved to Cincinnati for the summer. He had the greatest laugh & we all have wonderful memories of him. I´m sure he´s sorely missed.
Karen
Emily Tate
June 13, 2018
My condolences to your family.
March 27, 2018
Cindy, Sam and Katherine,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Blessings,
Kelly Beckett (Cross)
Doug Merritt
March 24, 2018
A friend closer than a brother. We grew up in one another's homes. Charlie remains a huge part of who I am today. I wish I had been a better friend to him over the second half of his life. My heart goes out to Cindy and the whole family as they grieve the loss (and celebrate the life) of such a true heart. Kim and I keep you in our prayers.
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Sharon Barnes
March 24, 2018
My heart is so saddened by Charlie's death...He was loved by everyone! He has the sweetest family...I know you will have wonderful memories to remember... I am praying for you all...
Charlie and Doug on Tom Sawyer Day
Doug Merritt
March 24, 2018
Doug Merritt
March 24, 2018
"There is a friend who is closer than a brother . . .."
Charles was that friend to me. We literally and figuratively grew up together. Always in one another's houses, he was-and remains-an intergral part of who I am. I wish I had been a better friend to him in the second half of life. He was the best friend a person could know. My sympathy to his dear family on their loss of a such a true heart.
March 23, 2018
Cindy, I am so saddened to hear of Charlie's passing
I am sending love and prayers for you and your family.
Ruby Harrell
Memphis TN
Vic Fulford
March 23, 2018
I first met Charles when I called on his dad at Hudson's Pharmacy on Broadway for Chapman Drug Company. My thoughts and prayers go out to Cindy, Samuel, Katherine, and the family.
Vic Fulford, Pharmacy Plus Programs
Christal Woodward
March 22, 2018
I worked with Charlie at Drugs for Less in the pharmacy for 6 years. He was such an amazing man. My heart aches for all of you. Cindy you and your children are in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to all of his family.
Becky Hamley-Cox
March 22, 2018
So sorry to hear of the passing of Charlie, way to soon. I have fond memories of him at CHS Class of '70, he was always such a kind and sweet person. My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May God hold each of you in His arms, as you mourn his loss.
What a great friend.
Brad Standefer
March 22, 2018
Bob Ogden
March 22, 2018
I pray for all of Charles' family and friends who are grieving over him leaving us too soon. So many cherished memories came flooding back to me after getting over the initial shock. However, we can take to heart that our loss is heaven's gain. Rest in peace my friend. - Oggie
March 22, 2018
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Jamie Ramsey Greene
March 21, 2018
I love you all, Hudson Family! I have such sweet and fun memories of Charles when I kept Sam and Katherine years ago. Kids, you had a good and precious father! You will always be my babies. I love you Sweet Cindy.
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