Joe Berry Charlton

Joe Berry Charlton obituary, Wheeling, WV

Joe Berry Charlton

Joe Charlton Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kepner Funeral Home - Elm Grove on Oct. 22, 2025.

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Joe Berry Charlton, 61, of Martins Ferry, OH, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025 at his home.
He was born July 29, 1964, in Michigan, son of Virginia Hurren Schulmeier and the late Barry David.
Joe was a former Navy Seal.
In addition to his father, Joe was preceded in death by his adoptive father, George Charlton; sister, Patricia Majewski; and brother, Fred Charlton.
In addition to his mother, Joe is survived by his wife, Vickie Rice Charlton; adoptive mother, Judy Charlton; two daughters, Shasta (Adrian Craig) Stuckey and Jennifer Jo (Tony) Stone; three grandchildren; one great-granddaughter, Paisley Ann; sister, Tina (Ray) Flood; and two brothers, Chad Charlton and Jimmy Charlton.
Arrangements made by Kepner Funeral Homes, 166 Kruger Street, Wheeling, WV (304-242-2311).
Please visit www.tmcfunding.com to help the family with funeral expenses.
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