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Charlie is survived by his wife of 33 years, Diane; sister, Mary Townsend; brother, Walter Townsend of Memphis, Tenn.; sons, Tommy (Julie) Townsend, Danny Townsend, Kelly Townsend of Oakland, Calif., and Lance Hall; daughter, Colleen (Michael) Harris of Houston, Texas; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Charlie loved the car business, coming to Tuscaloosa in 1972, to open Townsend Ford, followed by Townsend Honda, Townsend Nissan, Townsend BMW, and Townsend Global Imports. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church and St. Francis Catholic Church. Charlie was the president of Ford Dealers Associations for many years, and a part of many charitable organizations, including volunteering at DCH Hospital. He had a true love of people. He loved Alabama football, traveling, family, and friends.
Pallbearers will be Joe Pete Hayes, Dr. Alan Maxwell, Roger Bracknell, Ricky Glover, Jim Phillips, and Brady Robichaud.
Honorary pallbearers are employees of the Townsend Dealerships, Dr. Ross Vaughn, and Dr. William Hill.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Church or St. Francis Catholic Church building fund, or Hospice of West Alabama.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Susan Compton
August 2, 2013
Dear Diane, Tommy, and family,
I loved Charlie and my heart breaks for you all right now! I always enjoyed coming out to the dealership or having lunch with Charlie (had to be early or late as he wasn't going to miss daily mass :)) as he always had good stories to tell and was always honest and forthright in doing business with me!! His smile would brighten a room. I looked forward to hearing about the trip you had just come home from or the one you were planning. They sounded fabulous! May God's comfort and peace be with you!
Susan DuncanCompton
August 1, 2013
Dear Townsend Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know that Charlie will be truly missed by you all. You are in my prayers, Mary Piland
July 30, 2013
Tommy and family,
I was saddened to hear of your Dad's passing. You and all the family will be in my prayers and remembered in my Mass for Charlie. God's blessings will strengthen you in this difficult time.
Sr. Elaine Sebera, R.S.M.
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Edwin Milstead
July 29, 2013
thank you Mr. Charlie for the memories and all of the advice you gave me in our little meetings..
July 29, 2013
To our niece, nephews and their families,
We send our prayers and thoughts at the passing of your Grandfather. May your memories of times together bring you comfort and peace.
Love Carol & Lee Smith
Terry Freeman
July 29, 2013
So sorry to learn Charlie had passed away. He was a special friend of my deceased brother, Bobby Freeman, and he became one of mine too. Charlie was a great individual.
July 29, 2013
Diane,
Reba and I have great memories of all the trips we went on with you and Charlie, he was a good friend from the first time we met in Birmingham. Diane, Tommy, Julie, Danny, Kelly and Colleen, please know our prayers are with you. Charlie, rest in peace, my friend, until we meet again.
Garnett & Reba Rigsby
Dothan, Alabama
Rebecca Rankin
July 29, 2013
Diane, Richard and I are deeply saddened by Charlie's death. We will always cherish the times we all had together. In thinking of you, I will have a margarita and reminisce about Los Cabos!
Bob and Sylvia Algee
July 29, 2013
Diane and Family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you! Did not see Charlie for the last few years, but one thing about Charlie Townsend was once you were his friend, always his friend. Diane, we love you and loved Charlie. May God's peace reign down all over you and the family. Cherish the memories of such a fine gentleman!
Neal & Joan Pope
July 29, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Townsend family.We go back to the 1950's as salesmen, sales managers and dealers.
Blessings
July 29, 2013
SENDING PRAYERS TO ALL THE TOWNSEND FAMILY! MR. CHARLIE WAS A FINE MAN! I REALLY ENJOYED WORKING WITH THE TOWNSENDS AND GETTING TO TALK TO MR. CHARLIE WHEN HE WOULD COME BY! HE WILL BE GREATLEY MISSED!! KAREN WINTERS
Cindy Davis
July 29, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Townsend's passing. He was so kind to me during the years I worked for him. I never saw him without a smile on his face. The last time I saw him he was volunteering at DCH and he looked so happy. My sincerest condolences to his family during this difficult time.
July 29, 2013
Diane: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Charlie was a kind and generous man--one of the best.
Maridy McNeff Troy
North Carolina
Carolyn Richardson
July 29, 2013
CHARLIE TOWNSEND FAMILY. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. FOR STRENGH AND BE PROUD OF HIS LOVE. AND RESPECT FOR MAN.
Mark Herren
July 29, 2013
My heart and Deepest Sympathies go out to the Townsend Family. I bought several vehicles from them since 1984. Mr. Charlie is in a better place.
Judy Hayes
July 28, 2013
Diane, I am so sorry for the loss of your dear husband. May your precious memories give you some comfort during this sad time.
Naomi
July 28, 2013
It doesn't seem real, I'm so sad..my heart is hurting...You, Charlie, Bernie and I share some wonderful memories I will treasure forever...That is the one thing that will always be with you all the Great, Wonderful memories you and Charlie made over the years...Just know that you are very Special and you guys will forever be in my heart.....You and Charlie have the most Wonderful, Beautiful Family....I Love You...May God Comfort you and the Family during this very sad and painful time...Gods Blessings to you all...With Love...Naomi
Sue Lynn Johnson
July 28, 2013
Dear Diane and Family.
Charlie was a part of my family for so many years. He was a great business man and my family was a part of that business for years. Thank you for all those years. He will be missed.
Joey Jernigan
July 28, 2013
Thank you, Charlie for embracing our family and accepting my family and our daughter! It is a pleasure to be associated with a great business man and a pillar of the community!
July 28, 2013
I remember my cousin Charley from growing up on Spring Street in Memphis, TN. Fond memories of those days. God'peace be with you Charley.
Louie and Judy Werner, Memphis TN
July 28, 2013
For Diane and Family--what a great and kind man. Thoughts, hope and peace be with you all.
Debbie Blaich Warren
July 28, 2013
I will always remember him as a nice man that cared about others. Please know that the family is in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.
Scott Wellford
July 28, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. There will be a hole that you will fill with fond memories. All the Best.
Kathryn Sechrist
July 28, 2013
Diane and family, My prayers are with you all at this time. Charlie was a wonderful person and loved by everyone!
Tammie Williams
July 28, 2013
Charlie was always very kind to Jim & I.He will be greatly missed.My condolences to coleen tommy danny and Kelly and to his wife.Tammie Williams
Karen Wright
July 28, 2013
Awh, so sorry to see this! He was a precious man! Was a honor to work for him the years I was there! My thoughts and prayers are with you all ! May God comfort all of you! Love always!
Mike and Paul Dunn
July 28, 2013
Charlie Townsend was a great man and a great influence to everyone in the car business. Mr Townsend treated everyone with respect no matter who they were. My Dad and I at Dunns Auto sales truly respected Charlie and our thoughts and prayers will be with the Townsend family. Rest in peace Mr Townsend.
Richard Ellis, Sr.
July 28, 2013
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Charlie. I knew Charlie for many years and he was a good man. He not only was a great business leader but he worked tirelessly to further God's kingdom in many ways but especially in the prison ministry. He touched a lot of people, and he made a difference in their lives as he did mine. My prayers are with you Diane, Colleen and Tommy.
john bosworth
July 28, 2013
the last eight years of my career were with charley. they were also the best. to diane and family I hurt with you.
JOHN BOSWORTH
July 28, 2013
I WAS WITH CHARLIE THE LAST EIGHT YEARS OF MY CAREER, HE MADE THEM THE BEST. TO DIANE AND FAMILY, I WILL MISS CHARLIE, AS YOU WILL. JOHN BOSWORTH
Hoyt Harbin
July 28, 2013
He will be missed. My prayers to tommy and family for Gods healing and guiding grace.
Tony Tabor
July 28, 2013
It was a pleasure knowing and working for Charlie Townsend. My thoughts and prayers go to the entire family in this, their time of grief.
Dona (Jones) Amerson
July 28, 2013
Today my heart song sings a sad song. Tuscaloosa has lost one of the most amazing men I have ever had the privilege to call my friend. Charlie sold me my first car, many years ago, he taught me that your word is your bond.I will miss you my dearest friend!
gerda byrd
July 28, 2013
Tommy and Julie, I am so sorry about the passing of Mr.Townsend. Charlie Patton, who passed away last year of cancer loved him very much. He used to tell me about some good times they had together. I will pray for you in this time of sorrow. Gerda Byrd
James & Patsy Brazeal
July 28, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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