Charles Thornton Knowles

I wanted to edit my comment- should read - Chuck dressed as one of the Clockwork Orange Droogs and not Druggies.

Chuck was a solid, kind & funny friend for many years. It was always a great pleasure to discuss most any topic with him, tho we tended to discuss politics & history, mostly. Chuck's knowledge spanned the universe and he always seemed to enjoy sharing interesting bits and making connections--but he also was a great listener. He has been missed every day the past few months.

Things I remember about Chuck- His Olympus Camera, Mercedes, Braces, his Fathers Playboy Magazines collection, letting me know he loved the movie "China Town", him dressed as one of the Druggies from A Clockwork Orange, giving me his Mothers receipt for Caesar Salad so I could impress my girlfriend Sandy and of course his love of Monty Python.

Chuck and I were friends at Killian High. We all loved his humor in the newspaper named "Nothing". Chuck took many photos for the pun filled newspaper. We continued our friendship at USF where we played frisbee and then enjoy a cold beer at the "empty keg". His smile was contagious and I always will remember his red beard. RIP my friend. Lenny.

We grew up, for a while, next door to each other. I remember helping his Mom make beds (cuz I was THAT kid).