Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Charles N. "Charlie" Davidson
1957 - 2017
Charles N. "Charlie" Davidson
1957 - 2017
Obituary
Guest Book
Charles Davidson Obituary
Born in Ft. Smith, Arkansas, July 23, 1957 he was the son of Charles S. Davidson of Bristol, TN and the late Ingeborg Behrendt Davidson.
Charlie was a retired Chaplain from the United States Air Force after 20 years of service. Charlie was an Associate Professor and Director of the Doctor of Ministry Degree program at the Rawlings School of Divinity and the Chaplain Endorsing Agent for Liberty Baptist Fellowship at Liberty University. He was currently on the pastoral staff at Thomas Road Baptist Church. He also served on the Board of Directors at Bristol Raceway Ministries, Bristol TN. During "OPERATION IRAQI FREEDOM" Chaplain Davidson was the first Air Force Chaplain in Iraq assigned as the Wing Chaplain for the Air Force Air Support Operations Squadron (ASOS). Chaplain Davidson was also the first Air Force Chaplain to be awarded the "Bronze Star Medal" for bravery and valor under hostile fire and combat conditions in "Operation Iraqi Freedom" on 7 November 2003. He was ordained by Dr. Jerry Falwell Sr. at Thomas Road Baptist Church. Dr. Davidson was commissioned a chaplain in July 1986, and has served as Protestant Chaplain; Senior Protestant Chaplain; Branch Chief Chaplain and Wing Chaplain.
In addition to his wife and father, Charlie is survived by two daughters, Kristi Starnes and her husband Scott and Jessica Tipton and her husband Miles all of Forest; six grandchildren, Gracie Starnes, Landon Starnes, Brock Starnes, Megan Starnes, Isabelle Tipton and Isaiah Tipton; four sisters, Rose Schultz, Lisa Williams, Alice Davidson and Inga McClellan and one brother, Doug Boerschinger.
One son, Charles Nathan Wheeler Davidson preceded him in death.
A service celebrating his life will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at Thomas Road Baptist Church with Pastor Jonathan Falwell officiating. Interment will follow at Virginia Memorial Park with Military honors by the United States Air Force.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at Thomas Road Baptist Church.
Those wishing to make memorial contributions are asked to consider the Nate Davidson Student Grant Fund, C/O Shepherds Theological Seminary 6051 Tryon Road Cary, North Carolina 27518, www.shephards.edu.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Ch, Col Shon Neyland
July 25, 2017
Dr. Charlie Davidson was a great man who loved the Lord and served his nation faithfully. I had the privilege to serve with him in the Air Force Chaplain Corps. We will truly miss him.
William (Bill) Lockard
May 27, 2017
Charlie was a great man even as early as his student days at Liberty University. I knew Charlie as a member of the Liberty Emergency Services. He was a true servant of our lord and great friend whose memories will never be lost. "Enoch walked with God; then he was no more, because God took him away." (NIV) May Charlie enjoy his walk with God.
Ricky Csrter
May 8, 2017
Dr Davidson was a gift to the body of Christ. His passion for the Ministry, Higher Education and for His Students were phenomenal.
I loved his humbled spirit and I could reminiscenc on an on.
Rest well Man of God!!!!!!
Your labor was not in vain
Dr. Sylvia Dilworth-Medley
April 30, 2017
In memory of Dr. Charles Davidson, I will not let he and his staff's teachings on great servant-leadership be for naught, as I have initiated my Doctoral Thesis Project of Establishing the M7 Dream Builder Pastoral Care Ministry: A Christ-Centered Spiritual Oasis for Women with Dreams Deferred. And if the Lord says the same, I would like to train Champions for Christ as a professor at my Alma Mater,Liberty University as I have been inspired by Dr. Davidson's Spiritual leadership. My family sends prayers of condolence to Dr. Davidson's wife and family at this time of unimaginable grief. Rest in peace, Dr. Davidson, a great man of God.
DMin Class of 2016
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Gesner Noel
April 27, 2017
Dr. Davidson was a men of God with great love for People. He loved the Haitian people. As Haitian, I felt so welcome at LU during my doctoral intensives. This is a big lost.
Darlene Winegar
April 27, 2017
Never knew Charlie in person but we share a friend in common, Sue and Creig Wilson. Sue would talk about you all and how much she loved you all. I know Creig thought the world of Charlie. I wish I could of met you for Sue talked of what a good man of God you both were. My prayers are with the family. May the Lord wrap His loving arms around all of you now and in the days ahead. Keep the faith and know that the Lord calls us home when He is ready for us to join Him again. God Bless--Darlene Winegar
Scott and Wendy Pleasants
April 26, 2017
Charlie was a true leader and loved the Lord. A testament to his life one only needs to take a look at his family, who he talked about... His ministry to his students..they are serving across the globe. But how I remember him is as a fellow brother in arms. He impacted the lives of many servicemen. I am honored to share that brotherhood that only is understood by those who have served this nation, but most importantly, the Lord. While words cannot express the lots to Charlie's family, I am sure that God and the angels are rejoining at his presence.
Old soldiers never die, they just fade away. Well done, Charlie.
Airborne all the way!
Jordan and Leslie Stouffer/Jenkins
April 26, 2017
My fiancé and I met him once but, he left a profound impact on our life even with just that one meeting. Such and amazing man of God. Prayers to all the family and friends during this time.
Julie Larsen
April 25, 2017
Prayers for your family, your friends and Liberty University. With Dr. Whittington's help, I will do my best work for my dissertation paper in your honor and memory. I write this with a heavy heart, thank you for touching my life, as my professor and Reader.
DMIN student Liberty University
Vanessa Bhalla
April 25, 2017
Jessica, I am so sorry for your loss. I only got to work with your dad for a few years, but he was always smiling and joking around. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers.
Laura Frable
April 25, 2017
Charlie had a great impact on my life as one of his students. My heart is broken for his family and Liberty University.
Michael Schmidt
April 24, 2017
On May 13th, 2017 I will be graduating from Liberty University with a Doctor of Ministry degree. I would not be graduating were it not for the excellent guidance that I received from Dr. Davidson. Dr. Davidson was true to his calling, even till the very end. He was helping me with my doctoral thesis project from his hospital bed. I am humbled by the genuine Christian tough love that he had for his students. Dr. Davidson made me a better husband, father, minister, and pastoral counselor. My father served in the Air Force, and I was raised as a young child on an Air Force base in Nebraska. I could not be prouder of Dr. Davidson receiving the Bronze Star. That means something to me, it is very special. It could not have gone to a better man. My prayers go out to Doc's family.
Kim Sturgill-Ardell
April 24, 2017
Roydene and family, I am praying for you all during this difficult time. I have not seen you guys since high school, but always looked up to Charlie and you. I grew up in the neighborhood beside Charlie and I am so saddened for your loss. My brother Mark played football and ran track with Charlie and I remember what a great athlete he was. I am so impressed by Charlie's life accomplishments and how he spent his life serving God! I am praying for you all!
Will Strong
April 24, 2017
Charlie (Chaplain Davidson) made a huge impact on many lives. I was fortunate to train under him at Liberty University. I remember working with the single's ministry for a semester and getting to know him, his wife Roydenne and their children. Charlie always encouraged me and I know that he prayed for me when he learned that I developed hydrocephalus and was medically retired. I remember running into him a couple of months ago and seeing how much he was hurting. I know that we all prayed for healing and that God answered our prayers, not as we had hoped, but we know that he in heaven now. My prayers are with his family and friends. One can say he finished the race well.
David & Wilma Lyttle
April 24, 2017
Deepest sympathy to the Roydene and family. Charlie was a real blessing to all he came in contact with!
Beth Braun
April 24, 2017
Roydene, my deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. I worked with Charlie at MacDill and am so sorry to hear about his passing. Prayers for you and your family.
Rob Porter
April 23, 2017
Sorry to hear about Charlie. I served with Charlie at MacDiill, many good friends in common. Prayers for Roydene and the family.
April 23, 2017
So sorry to hear about Charlie. Keeping you and the family in our prayers.
Alan and Doris York
Mary Frances Smith
April 23, 2017
Roydene and family, so sorry about Charlie. Loved you and Charlie so much. You were such a blessing to us at freedom Baptist Church. It was so nice to get to know Roydene and to sit with her at church. If I can do anything, please let me know. Praying for you and the Family.
Charles Corbett
April 23, 2017
Brother Charlie was a great blessing to us at Freedom Baptist Church. We loved him and his wife. Charlie will be missed. Our loss is Heaven's gain.
William Carter
April 23, 2017
I am thankful for having been a student of this incredible man.
Ann Skalaski
April 23, 2017
Praying for you all. I know Charlie will be greatly missed until you are together again...
Tom Cross
April 22, 2017
I played high school football with Charlie. He was a true leader. Heaven has another great man.
David Grate
April 22, 2017
Dr. Davidson was my favorite professor, but he was a lot more than that. I am a Messianic Jew and Dr. Davidson was willing to discuss my faith with me and took a chance endorsing me through Liberty Baptist Fellowship
Mary and Hoyt Alford
April 22, 2017
To my sweet friends Roydene, Kristi, and Jess. We are very sorry for your loss. Charlie was a kind and gentle man, helpful, and funny. I will always have fond memories of him and the love and kindness you both gave to me when I moved to Lynchburg in 2006. Our prayers are with you and your family as you grieve during this time. Know you will see Charlie again in heaven.
Love you
Lydia Burton
April 22, 2017
Roydene and family, David and I are so sorry for this huge loss in your lives. I haven't got to see you or him in such a long time but, I know what a wonderful minister, counselor, husband and dad he was. His reputation is shared. I wish I could say something to help. All I can say is heaven is sweeter and he will suffer no more, praise the Lord. We love you and pray for you and yours.
Karen Stimmel
April 22, 2017
May God comfort & bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
April 22, 2017
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, Roydene. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Barbara Horton
Rachel Perdue
April 22, 2017
Wow, this loss has a big impact on earth. I will miss seeing him stand up front at every alter call. He baptized my husband and three children as well. Our family will be joining his in prayer.
Rebecca Mitchell
April 22, 2017
So sorry for your loss, Rachael and David always spoke very highly of Charlie. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Janice Harvey
April 22, 2017
So sorry for your loss Roydene. God's comfort will help carry you and your family through this difficult time. If there is ever anything you need please let me know.
Cindy Wilson williams
April 22, 2017
Will be praying for you and your family. I know we will see Charlie again; he's now rejoicing with Christ. Sorrow may endure for the night but joy comes in the morning!
Karen Branch
April 22, 2017
We will miss you Charlie. Ours hearts are heavy for your precious family but we rejoice you are with our Savior.
Jeff Hosfeld
April 22, 2017
In honor of a man that his passing has left a huge void in me.
Don and Vangie Alban
April 22, 2017
We are deeply saddened by Charlie's passing. We grieve for his family. They are truly one of the best families we know. Their love for God and strength in the midst of one of the most difficult times in life are testimonies of the way Charlie led his family. We are so honored to have known Charlie and look forward to seeing him again one day. Our love and prayers are with them at this time. - The Albans
Natashia Lowry
April 22, 2017
Charlie's example was seen through his wife and girls as I had the honor of getting to know them through Ladies Bible Study. What an example of a man who honored and love The Lord his God, his wife and his family.
Natashia Lowry
TSgt, Jeffrey Hosfeld
April 22, 2017
Lt. Col. Charlie Davidson, husband father brother grandfather Pastor fellow Wingman a TRUE MAN OF GOD, my friend. I cannot begin to put into words the impact this man had and will remain to have on my life. He lived a life of Godly testimony to everyone. His love for his wife, son, daughters, sons-in-law and grandchildren were so effident. His love and compassion for his savior was in his every word and his very daily walk. His love for his Country was so effideant in his service in the U.S. Air Force and to ALL those serving. His impact had no boarders, he reached others around the world for his God. His wife was right there by his side always. The two of them impacted me alone beyond any words or thanks I could ever say. His son and daughters are an shining example of their fathers teachings and love. His home going is one of the hardest ones for me in many years because of his reach into my life and because of his dear sweet wife. I praise God that one day I WILL see him again on that glorious day. Until then my brother, I'll take it from here and do my best to serve as you have served. I will have your wife and family's 6 for as long as I have breath. I love you Charlie, while this is fare well, it is only for a short time for life in heaven is for Eternity. I salute you sir for a job well done.
Showing 1 - 37 of 37 results
7404 Timberlake Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502
Make a Donation
in Charles Davidson's name
How to support Charles's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Charles Davidson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
