Charles Hower Obituary
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He was born November 17th, 1941 in Harviell, MO to John and Grace (Delaney) Hower. Charles attended high school in Cherryvale, KS where he excelled in basketball and track along with being a member of a singing quartet. There he met the love of his life Sharon Knight and they were married from 1960 until her passing in 2024.
Using his strong mechanical aptitude Charles had a long career in aviation manufacturing as well heating and air conditioning repair.
He loved music, movies, history, flying RC airplanes, and his family.
Per his wishes there will not be a funeral service.
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Terry Lynn Chandler
September 9, 2025
Rest in peace Uncle Frank in the arms of our Lord, Love you. Terry Chandler
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