Charles L. Appleton

Charles L. Appleton obituary, Louisville, KY

Charles L. Appleton

Charles Appleton Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rodgers-Awkard & Lyons Funeral Home on Mar. 5, 2025.

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Charles Lee Appleton, 77, passed away on February 22, 2025. Services will be Wednesday. March 5, 2025 beginning with visitation at 10 am and funeral service to follow at 12 noon at Rodgers-Awkard & Lyons, 951 S. Preston Street. Interment will be in Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central, Radcliff, KY.
Charles was a graduate of Central High School. Enlisted in the United States Navy in 1966. Retired Seaman Apprentice. Received several awards and was Honorably discharged. Upon returning home Charles was employed at Philip Morris and retired after several years of outstanding service. Charles was an avid reader and sports fan. He enjoyed watching the Louisville Cardinals play sports. He also enjoyed shooting pool and boxing.
Charles loved his family and friends. He had a special Love for his grand and great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his sister Florence Nelson and brothers William and Paul Smith.
He leaves to cherish his memories, his daughter, Christa Jones; son, Christopher Jones; granddaughter, DeAndrea Montgomery; great-grandchildren, Austyn, Aaden, and Ashton; sister, Othella Appleton; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Sadly, missed along life's way, Quietly remembered every day, No longer in our life to share, But in our hearts, he is always there.

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March 31, 2025

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Stephanie Robinson

March 31, 2025

Mr. C...I love you. You were a dear heart. You deserve your Wings . Rest peacefully my friend.

Stephanie Robinson

Denise Jones

March 10, 2025

God rest your soul. Sleep in peace Charles.

Shirley A Jones

March 6, 2025

And three great grand children,Aden,Lyndon, Ashdon,and plenty of family and close friends.

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