Charles Edward Hargrove

Charles "Buddy" Edward Hargrove, 74, of Cornelius, passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 23, 2025, after a prolonged illness. April 23rd was also the date of his marriage to Janet Taylor Hargrove in 2004, who predeceased him. It must have been a wonderful anniversary reunion.
In addition to his wife, Janet, he was predeceased by his mother, Ruby Hargrove Moore, step-father, Clarence "Woody" Woodford, and brother-in-law, Thomas Welsh.
Buddy was born in Columbia, South Carolina, on September 12, 1950. He grew up there where he excelled in sports. As the quarterback for the Eau Claire High School Shamrocks, he led his football team to a state championship; Buddy also pitched for the baseball team. A football scholarship took him to Newberry College. He also attended the University of South Carolina.
After meeting Janet, they settled in Charlotte and then lived many years in Cornelius, NC. Buddy's work life was varied. After working as a manager of environmental waste remediation, he drove both taxis and tow trucks. He especially enjoyed his work in security at The Pines retirement home where he valued the relationships he formed with the residents.
He is survived by his siblings Kathie (Bill) Hinson, Patsy (Jerry) Lynn, Judy Welsh, and Fred (Helen) Moore. Dear friends, nieces, nephews and in-laws, Sandy (Joe) and Lori Taylor, will also cherish his memory.
Buddy will be remembered for loving devotion to his wife, loyalty to friends, ready wit, enthusiasm for all sports, big smile, kind heart, and love of a good tomato.
As a tribute to his beloved dogs, Cocoa, Heinz, and Sadie, donations may be made to the Cornelius Animal Shelter, 19110 Meridian Street, Cornelius, NC 28078 in Buddy's honor.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
James Funeral Home of Huntersville is serving the family.