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Charles Cash Obituary
He was preceded in death by his father, Ira Gardner Cash and mother, Lessie Freeman.
Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Marilyn Vick Cash of Millport, Ala.; daughter, Valerie Michelle Birge (Keith) of Bradley, Ill.; son, Charles David Cash of Baltimore, Md.; sisters, Cherry Pickett (Al) of Montevallo, Jane (Wolfgang) Cooper of Punta Garda, Fla. and Faye Howell of Macon, Ga.; brother, Mark (Betty) Cash of Douglas, Wyo.; and grandson, Zach Birge.
Born Oct. 12, 1941, in Fayette County, a native of Lamar County, Mr. Cash was a member, deacon and Sunday School class teacher at Kennedy Baptist Church. He was a member of the Lamar County Retired Educators' Association, the West Alabama Service Club, and of the local hunt club. Mr. Cash participated in several mission trips to Chile to help build churches, parsonages, and a school addition. For the past 10 years, he worked as a guide for Camp Grassy Narrows, a hunting and fishing camp located in Moffet, Quebec, Canada.
Mr. Cash was a graduate of Samford University in Birmingham. While a student, he served as director of the men's residence hall, member of Alpha Omega Pi, service fraternity and a member of Pi Kappa Phi fraternity.
He began his educational career as a history/English teacher at Tuscaloosa Junior High and later served as the assistant principal at Tuscaloosa High School. He then became principal at Winfield High School and at Talladega High School. He retired after serving as the principal at South Lamar School for six years.
He leaves behind a strong, positive legacy among those his life has touched.
Pallbearers will be Jerry Parham, Bill Trull, Don Seay, Dan Prater, Tom Rogers, J.D. "Butch" Hildreth, Troy Sessions, and Wiley Sessions.
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Cherri Elledge
July 11, 2010
I am so honored to have known Mr. Cash. At TJHS and THS. My prayers to you and your family and may God send His angels to surround you with his love at this time. For He is our comforter,
Cherri Elledge
THS 1973
Valerie Cash Birge
July 8, 2010
Thank you all so much for sharing your memories of Daddy with us, and for your prayers. We miss him so much!
Floy Goode
July 8, 2010
Marilyn and family...I'm so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. He was such a fine person. The minister at the funeral talked about his positive attitude and the fact that he never seemed depressed. He was always upbeat. He showed the same courtesy to everyone, regardless of social status or wealth. I and my family will always have fond memories of Doug and we were the blessed ones for having known him.
July 8, 2010
I loved Mr. Cash very much. He was a very good man and a good friend. He was my principal when I attended Talladega High School. Please except my deepest condolences. I keep you and your family in my prayers. Sincerely, Eva Blankenship Haggerty(Alexander City,AL)
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Jackie Dargan
July 8, 2010
Dave, I am truely sorry for your lost and condolences to the rest of the family. We are here in spirit and send our love. Sincerely, Jackie D.
Evelyn Waites
July 7, 2010
Marilyn, David and Valerie, My sincere sympathy to your family. I know you have many great memories of Mr.Cash. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bill Mason
July 7, 2010
We are sad to hear of Mr. Cash's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
The Mason Family; Bill, Rhonda, Bobby, and Geraldine
David Harless
July 7, 2010
My heart and prayers go out to the Cash family. Mr. Cash was a very positive influence on my life. I was just sharing some fond memories of him with my fiancé on July 3rd. He was not only my Assistant Principle at THS, but a scuba diving buddy in the early 70’s. His legacy endures in our hearts and minds. He will be missed but not forgotten. David Harless (Birmingham, AL)
Esther Groenendyke
July 7, 2010
I was blessed to be able to spend some time with Doug at our EHS reunion. What a wonderful man! My prayers are with Doug's family.
Peggy Barclay Tuck
July 7, 2010
My sincere condolences to the Cash family. Mr. Cash was my principal at Talladega High School. He always had a smile for his students and joy for life. I have very fond memories of him and it's my prayer that yours will hold you close in the days ahead. May God's loving arms give you needed support. (John 5:28,29)
Bob Black
July 7, 2010
Doug and I were born one day apart in October, 1941, and were in the same grades together for six years at Woodrow Wilson Elementary and Ensley High School. What a wonderful career he had as an educator and churchman. I wish I had spent time with him at our 50th Ensley High School Reunion in June. We were true contemporaries and I shall miss him. My condolences to his family.
Bob Black, Mount Pleasant, SC
J. Stewart Callaway, Jr.
July 7, 2010
I learned along with Doug at Ensley High School and haven't seen him since graduation in January, 1960. I also missed him at the 50th EHS class reunion last month. I speek the peace of GOD on him and his family for I know that he will be missed. Remember the GOOD things and GOOD times.
Joy Smith
July 6, 2010
Mr. Cash was a man of integrity for all of
his students and teachers. Now that I am
a music teacher, I understand some of his
decisions and words. I am glad to have known
him at Winfield High School. My prayers go out to Mrs. Cash, my
favorite French teacher, and to my classmate
Valerie, who is always remembered for her
kindness and laughter. God's blessings on
you all.
Miriam Goodwin Dakin
July 6, 2010
What a beautiful soul Mr. Cash was. He had a way of encouraging and motivating that was unique and lasting. I thank God that he was part of my educational formation at Talladega High School. I am doubly grateful to have experienced him as one who gave good spiritual guidance through his work and life in the church. May God surround you all with overwhelming peace and comfort as you journey through your grief.
July 6, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to the Cash family. My God give you the peace that passes al understanding and keep you in his arms.
Lois and Dean Bagwell
Brenda Porter Hazzard
July 6, 2010
To one of the most inspirational and dedicated men that I've had the pleasure of knowing. I have so many great memories of the Cash family at Winfield High School. To Mrs. Cash and Valerie, my prayers are with you!
July 6, 2010
To the Cash Family,
On June 26th over a hundred of Doug's classmates from high school met to celebrate our graduation from high school 50 years ago. I understand that Doug postponed his surgery so that he could be with us for that special occasion. Many of us had an opportunity to visit with Doug, wish him well and offer prayers as he approached surgery two days later. We are deeply saddened at your loss and pray that God will hold you close as you face the future without Doug.
God bless you.
Madison Gay
Lyn Lindsey
July 6, 2010
Mr. Cash was a great principal & man, his wife was an awesome teacher and person, also. I'm glad I got to meet them during their time at WCHS.
Diane Snead
July 6, 2010
I knew Doug Cash at Ensley High School. At that time he was a good student and a friend to all his classmates. Doug was a beautiful Christian and though he is with the Lord now he will be greatly missed by many. My deepest sympathy to Marilyn and the children for your loss is great and I pray the Holy Spirit will be with you and give you comfort.
Sincerely in Christ,
Diane Frings Snead
Kim McKinney Reid
July 6, 2010
I was so saddened to hear of Mr. Cash's passing. I have such fond memories of him as our principal at Talladega High School. He was an inspiration to so many, always patient and kind and he also had a great sense of humor. My heart and prayers go out to his family. He will be missed by so many.
Kevin Dixon
July 6, 2010
Mr. Cash always inspired us to be better by the way that he lived. You could see God in him and feel him. He never stopped giving of himself to others. God's garden just received a beautiful flower.
Melinda Horn-Robinson
July 6, 2010
I am shocked and sad to hear this news. Mr. Cash was a great person. I kow he will be missed. My heart felt sympathy geos out to his family , as well as the people who loved as cared about him.
Angie Parks Reider
July 6, 2010
My heart is sadden by the news of Mr. Cash's passing - He was a wonderful person and made a lasting impression on my life. I have so many fond memories of my high school years that he was a part of. My prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time.
Becky Chappell Taylor
July 6, 2010
To the Cash Family:
I am sorry to hear about Mr. Cash's passing. He was a very strong influence in my high school years. I completely trusted him, and he trusted me. That is an important thing to feel from a principal. He shaped my life and was my biggest influence in my educational years at Talladega High School. I truly enjoyed talking with him at our Class of 1980 Class Reunion. I was thrilled that he remembered me and my younger sister, Rosemary. Again, I am very saddened about his death. Your family is in my prayers.
~~Becky Chappell Taylor
Talladega High School Class of 1980
Doug Curry
July 6, 2010
Mr. Cash was a great teacher at TJHS and a good vice-principle at THS. I always appreciated his even-handedness and friendly sense of humor. Bon Voyage, with fond memories, Doug Curry, Class of '73, Tuscaloosa High.
Becky Satterfield
July 6, 2010
To the Cash Family,
Mr. Cash was one of my best teachers and friends in my school experiences. I had him for history and english at Tuscaloosa Jr. High and also saw him most days at Tuscaloosa High School. Mr. Cash was such a fun and respectable role model and taught us all so much. I am deeply saddened he is leaving us so soon but I'm sure he will do great things in heaven as he has here with all of us. What a privilege it has been to know him in my younger life and anyone who has ever met him will always remember him in a fond and respectful way. God bless all of you as you grieve your loss.
Sincerely,
Becky Hulsey Satterfield
Angie Conner
July 6, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Cash Family. Mr. Cash was my 7th Grade English Teacher at Tuscaloosa Jr. High and was my all time favorite teacher ever. I believe it was his first year to teach and I thought he was the cutest thing I had ever seen. My first teacher crush. God Bless him!!!!
Angie Conner
July 6, 2010
Mrs. Cash,
It's been years since I was in your 9th grade English class at Eastwood Jr. High, but you made a mark on my life for which I am grateful. Know of my prayers for you and your family.
Handy Avery
Kaye & Larry Robertson
July 6, 2010
Our sincere sympathy goes out to all of the family.
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