Charles Edward Harold

Charles Edward Harold obituary, Bridgewater, VA

Charles Edward Harold

Charles Harold Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Johnson Funeral and Cremation Service - Bridgewater on Nov. 3, 2025.

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Charles Edward Harold, 74 of Dayton VA passed away November 2, 2025 at Sentara RMH Medical Center. He was born December 4th, 1950 the son of the late Virgil M and Reta (Hevener) Harold.
Following graduation from Turner Ashby High School in 1969, he attended BRCC where he studied drafting.
On February 19, 1971, he was united in marriage to Nancy (Bodkin) Harold. Later that same year he joined the US Navy on Aug 2, 1971. He was stationed in Norfolk, VA aboard the USS Leary as a Radio Operator until June 1, 1973. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal while serving.
After being honorably discharged from the Navy, he was employed by the US Postal Service in Dayton, VA. He retired after 30 years of service. In his early retirement he cared for all his grandchildren in their preschool years which brought him great joy. Throughout the remainder of his retirement, he enjoyed spending time at the family cabin in Deer Run, WV and watching his grandchildren grow and succeed. He was a member of the Dayton United Methodist Church.
Surviving in addition to his wife are two children, Kara (Wes) Wilkins and Michael (Holly) Harold, four grandchildren, McKenzie Jackson and Grayson, Whitney and Parker Harold; sister-in-law, Sharon Harold; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was proceeded in death by his sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Paul Simmons, brother, John Wayne Harold and sister-in-law, Wanda Rhodes.
Friends and family may visit Johnson Funeral and Cremation Service in Bridgewater anytime between 10 AM and 5 PM Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025 to sign the guest register and pay their respects. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Charles' name to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Charles, please visit our floral store.

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