Charles Estes Dimon Jr.

Charles Estes Dimon, Jr. August 6, 1926 - August 26, 2009 MELBOURNE BEACH, FL — Charles Estes Dimon, Jr., 83, died at his home in Melbourne Beach, FL on Thursday, August 27, 2009. He was born in Columbus, GA on August 6, 1926 to the late Josephine and Charles Estes Dimon, Sr. Charlie graduated from Columbus High School, and attended Auburn University and the US Naval Academy. He served in the U. S. Navy, after which he worked in the private sector for Swift Manufacturing Company, David Rothschild Company and as a builder-developer. He also served on the board of the Columbus Boy's Club, was president of the Auburn Tiger Club, and a member of the Home Builders Association. He was a member of The Columbus Country Club. In retirement, Charlie enjoyed golf, fishing and traveling extensively. He especially enjoyed his fifteen years of sponsoring golfers on the PGA Tour. He moved to Melbourne Beach, FL in 1988. His family includes his wife, Joy; his daughter, Janet Coppage (Jimmy); his son, Forrest Dimon (Julienne); his children by marriage to Joy, Denise Spann, Robbie Dimon, Donald Landry, Stephen Landry (Carolyn), Harry Pradon (Shirley), John Pradon, and Lisa Landry (deceased); granddaughters, Claire Elrod (Jason) and Mary Lynne Bohannon; 14 step grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother, Dr. Joseph Homer Dimon (Ann) and a brother-in-law, Otis Parker. Charlie's family and friends will miss his generous, loving spirit and his wit. On Tuesday, September1, 2009 a memorial Mass followed by Committal will be celebrated at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Melbourne Beach, FL. Donations may be made to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 3780 S Hwy. A-1-A, Melbourne Beach, FL 32951 or to a charity of your choice.