Charles Robert "Charlie CD" Merchant
Charles Robert "Charlie CD" Merchant
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Paul Tibaldo Youth Building Galveston County Fair and Rodeo Grounds
10 Jack Brooks Road, Hitchcock, TX 77563
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Born September 13, 1951, in Alvin, Mr. Merchant had been a lifelong resident of Santa Fe. Charlie spent 32 years working as a heavy equipment operator with Kindred Morgan, where his skill and dedication were well respected. In later years, he could often be found at Circle K, where he greeted everyone with his trademark smile and easygoing nature. He was known for his gift of storytelling, often sharing tales of the "good ole days" that brought laughter and nostalgia to those around him. He had a nickname for just about everything-and everyone-and his unique way of seeing the world made people feel at ease.
Charlie will be remembered most for his warm personality, his humor, and the simple joy he found in connecting with people.
He went home to be with his parents, Malachi and Alma (Newlin) Merchant; the love of his life, Venita Kay (Williams) Merchant; brothers, Lonnie Merchant, Norris Smith, John Merchant; in-laws, JD and Norma Jean Williams; good friend, Tim Riggs.
Survivors include his sons, Chester Malachi "Mac" Merchant and wife, Dana of Santa Fe, Benjamin Ray "Ben" Merchant of Santa Fe; daughter, Jodi Lynn Merchant and husband, Oscar of Santa Fe; brother, William Merchant of Virginia; sister, Alice Merchant of Santa Fe; grandchildren, Dylan Ray Merchant, Peyton Merchant, Dallas Ray Frye, Vince Frye, Dawn Pence, Trent Merchant, Kay Kay Frye, Brett Frye; great-grandchildren, Violet, Daniel, Kayden, Kensley; numerous nieces, nephews and other family.
A private cremation was conducted under the direction of Hayes Funeral Home.
A celebration of life will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 13, 2025, in the Paul Tibaldo Youth Building at Galveston County Fairgrounds, 10 Jack Brooks Road, Hitchcock, Texas.
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Upcoming Events
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11:00 a.m.
Paul Tibaldo Youth Building Galveston County Fair and Rodeo Grounds
10 Jack Brooks Road, Hitchcock, TX 77563
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