Charles Elwood Rishell

Charles Elwood Rishell

Charles Rishell Obituary

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Charles Elwood Rishell, 79, of Mtn. Lake Park, died on Monday, February 5, 2024, at his home. Born on January 2, 1945, in Mtn. Lake Park, he was the son of the late William and Henrietta (Stottlemeyer) Rishell.

Charles was a carpenter who worked across the county for several companies. In addition to spending time with his family, he enjoyed hunting and building.

He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Marie (Harvey) Rishell; and three sisters in law, Brenda Harvey, Sandy Dixon, and Carolyn Rishell; and a number of nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Tommy Rishell, Sheridan Rishell, George Rishell and wife Elsie, and William "Jack" Rishell and wife Dorothy Louise (Harvey).

Private interment will be in the Underwood Cemetery at a later date.

The C & S Fredlock Funeral Home, P.A., Oakland is honored to be assisting the Rishell family.

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