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Charles Harpe Obituary
February 9, 1927 - November 18, 2021
Tierra Verde, Florida - CAPT. Charles W. Harpe, Jr. USMC (ret), 94, of Tierra Verde, FL passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021.
He was born on February 9, 1927 in Ashland, KY to the late Mabel Harpe and Charles Webster Harpe, Sr. Chuck began his military career at the age of 17 during WWII. He dedicated himself to his corps rising through enlisted ranks then commissioning as an officer. During his 33½ years, he served in WWII, Korea and Vietnam and was highly decorated.
He is preceded in death by the love of his life, his wife of 62 years Norma. Together they had one daughter, Melissa who gave them their only grandson who they both adored and spoiled. He called him Sweetpea from the moment he first held him, and only Pawpa could call him Sweetpea.
Survivors include his daughter, Melissa Moore (Jack) of Columbus, GA; grandson, Chase Moore; special nephew Brett Miller (Mary); nephews, nieces, and their spouses; and many fellow Marines, and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pat's Rescue Cats, 1905 Britton Dr., Phenix City, AL 36870 or through paypal.me/PatsRescues.
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Kurt Knapp
December 14, 2021
I served with Chuck when he was OIC of the Marine Detachment, Ryukyu Armed Forces Police, Okinawa, 1973-74.
I've never known a finer, more dedicated Marine.
You will be missed, Sir.
Marines of the Marine Corps League Naples, Florida
November 28, 2021
The U.S. Marines, Navy Fleet Marine Force Corpsmen, FMF Chaplains, and Associate Members of the E. T Brisson Detachment #063 of the Marine Corps League in Naples, Florida, hereby salute and recognize Charles W. Harpe, Jr for serving God and his country by becoming a United States Marine. We honor his memory and valiant service to our Corps and our great Nation. Please accept our heartfelt sentiments as a token of our esteem and admiration of his L´Esprit du Corps. Semper Fidelis.
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