Charles W. Overly

1947 - 2025

Charles "Chuck" William Overly, 78, of Ruffs Dale, died on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025, at his home. He was born on Aug. 4, 1947, in Greensburg, a son of the late Charles Edgar and Clara Maude Bash Overly. Chuck was a graduate of Hempfield High School. He received his bachelor's degree from Alderson-Broaddus University in West Virginia and his master's degree in social work from West Virginia University. Chuck's career began helping others as a Children's Mental Health Specialist and School Consultant for the Appalachian Mental Health Center in Elkins, West Virginia. He was a member of the Social Work Accreditation Advisory Board at Alderson-Broaddus, the Barbour County Advisory Board, and the Youth Health Advisory Council at Elkins, West Virginia. In 1983, Chuck received an "Outstanding Young Men of America" award. Chuck also worked as a probation officer. Chuck's love of cooking was the reason he and his wife, Barb, opened Overly's Family Restaurant in Kingwood, WV. Upon moving back to Pennsylvania, Chuck worked at Columbia Gas as a CARES Representative, where he interacted with the public. Chuck was a partner in Patty's Place and Overly's Corner Antiques business, which was located at Shultz Farm. He was an integral part of the Autumn Homecoming at Shultz Farm. Chuck followed his love of horses and worked with 4-H and used his horses for weddings and special events. Chuck served on the Board of Overly's County Christmas, which was started by his brother Harry. Even in retirement, Chuck was employed as a van driver for STA in the Yough School District. Chuck had a great sense of humor and was a man of integrity. Chuck also loved reading, traveling, and antiques. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Barbara Jane Krause Overly; sister, Helen I. Overly of McConnellsburg, PA, Leif and Susanne Blum; granddaughter, Sophie of Darmstadt, Germany; numerous nieces and nephews; great-nieces and nephews; and great-great-nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters, Elva Louise Keilbach (Joe), Betty Jean Menhorn (Dalton), Patty Shultz (Bob), and Twila Jane Greene (John); brother, Harry Overly (Jean); two infant brothers, Raymond and Ronald; and a nephew, Ronald Menhorn. A memorial service, including the celebration of Chuck's life, will be held at a future date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or Second Chance Equine Association located at 527 Stone Church Road, Hunker, PA 15639. All arrangements are under the direction of BROOKS FUNERAL HOME INC., 406 E. Washington St., Mt. Pleasant. To offer a condolence or remembrance, please visit www.brooksfuneralhomes.com.