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Charles "Charlie" Edward Richard, Jr.
Charles "Charlie" Edward Richard, Jr., 51 of Mount Jackson, died Saturday, August 16, 2008.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2008, 11:00 AM at the Dellinger Funeral Home, Woodstock by Rev. Larry Rinard. Burial will follow at the Mount Jackson Cemetery.
Mr. Richard was born at Mount Jackson, Virginia on December 27, 1956. He was the son of Charlie Edward Richard, Sr. and Ruth Richmond Richard, of Mount Jackson.
He was a member of the Valley Baptist Church, attended Bright Days Bible Church. He was employed as a truck driver at George's Chicken.
A sister, Helen Marie Richard, who died August 12, 1962, preceded him in death.
Mr. Richard is survived along with his parents, his wife, Mary Richard of Mount Jackson; two daughters, Amy and Holly of Mount Jackson; two sisters, Susie Stewart of Woodstock and Barbara Little of North Carolina; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 7 to 9 PM at the Dellinger Funeral Home, Woodstock.
Pallbearers will be Doug Barb, Chris Barb, Robert Burner, Joe Dove, Gary Rhinehart, and Greg Rudolph. Honorary pallbearers will be, Kenneth Peterson, Daryl Donovan, Antonio Garcia, John Little, Bobby Cunningham, John Semores, and drivers from George's Chicken.
The family requests that memorial contributions be made to The Holly Richard College Fund, c/o First Bank, 5304 Main Street, Mount Jackson, VA 22824.
"His love for music will live on with all who he has touched."
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Richard
William Fadely
August 13, 2024
It's hard that you have been gone from us sixteen years miss you Love Pye-yoe
JERRY & LINDA TILLEY
September 4, 2008
Mary & Children,
Sending our deepest and sincere sympathy of the loss of your loved one, husband and father. May your beautiful memories help you through this time and always.
Linda Green Tilley
September 4, 2008
Susie and The Richard Family,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy upon the passing of your loved one Charlie. I remember Charlie as a little boy when you family lived in town behind the old bank and close to the train depot. Susie and Helen was close in age to me and we used to play out on the street. I always thought of Charlie as Susie's baby brother, he was so cute and little. Also, whenever I think of the Firemen's carnivals here in Mt. Jackson, the entire Richard family is always in my memory, good memories and good times. Charlie was always so friendly and always spoke and smiled. I know God will help you during this trying time and he will be taking care of Charlie now. You are left with the beautiful and grateful memories of Charlie and his life. I know Ruth and Charlie Sr is left with another hole in there heart, but with the love of God and your big loving families you are in good hands. May God bless all of you at this time.
Summer Baker
September 1, 2008
Hello Charles,
When you spoke everyone always listened. As a little girl, I remember sitting at your house, at Grandma Lizzie's and at Aunt Ruth & Uncle Charlie's listening to you tell joke after joke and story after story without any interruption. You were so proud of your talent, as you should have been, and I remember riding with you and your drums were always in tow. I always enjoyed listening to you play those drums and watch you play a beat on whatever available surface. You could be in the middle of a conversation and hear a tune and all of a sudden begin singing, stomping your foot and playing the beat. You were a unique individual. You will always be in my thoughts in one way or another. Until we see one another again...
Love, Summer
scott and joyce sager
August 26, 2008
Richards Family
may GOD sustain and keep you in your hour of need, take heart in knowing that Charlie is indeed in a better place. I hope that the pain you are feeling now will soon be replaced with the joyous memories of Charlies life.
keep the faith!
Always
Barbara Little
August 26, 2008
charles I know you know how much you meant to me and how much I loved you as your family did. I know you will be missed so much by Mary,Holly,Bo and Maj.and all the people's lives you touched while your short time here on earth we do not understand a lot of things I believe most of all death.I know we are to except the things that god has put into order and not question why things are as they are but our first response is why? It's funny when god allowed his sun to die for us we never ask why? I will miss you so much words cannot express the hole that your death left in my heart the day I heard the words he's gone but the beauty of it all I will see you again and we will laugh just like we use to.I also want Mary to know that I will always be there. I know friends and family will be there also because Mary is loved as much.I love you charles and will never forget you. { Your Baby Sister}
Maranda Yeoman
August 25, 2008
Uncle Charles, I just want to let you know that I will always love you. You were the greatest uncle a person could have. I will never forget the time I rode with you, Holly, and Mary to Chicago. At that time, I thought it was the worst 14 hours of my life. Gosh, that was a long ride. Now when I look back on that trip we took, I really think that trip brought us closer together. I remember you calling me to get all the details about my wedding, you were coming and it didn't matter how far you had to travel. You were one of the first people I talked to after Peyton was born. You called periodically saying how's the little one bc you hadn't gotten any recent pictures of him. You always supported my sister and I in everything we did and that really meant a lot. I know that the reason you were taken away so soon was because God needed the best drummer in the world for Heaven's Band. Mary, Holly, and Amy - I know we have not always done what we should but just know that I am here for you all. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. I am only a phone call away and just 3.5 hours by car. I love you all. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Uncle Charles never got to see Peyton in person, but I know that he is the angel sitting by his bedside when I am not there.
Alicia Phillips Deakins
August 25, 2008
Susie:
I was so sorry to hear about Charlie. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Steve Cook
August 24, 2008
It has been a long time since I saw you "Chaz" but I always thought about you. Back then you were like a big brother, letting me borrow your drums, hunting with you, Gary and PyeYoe. (In your blue Ford van!) You were always tapping your fingers to a song, I still have that habit today, and my son does it too! You were an awesome drummer but more importantly a great guy. And the most important thing, I know I will see you again in Heaven. My prayers go out to all the Richard family.
susie stewart
August 24, 2008
charles, I will miss you for a long time. i will miss you calling me for a name of a song and then you would have to tell me jokes which was a half hour later. when i would call you for something then you woul say I have a joke for you another half hour later. I didn't mind. I will miss your phone calls and the jokes. but I know you are keeping the angels laughing in heaven . your sister susie
LOVE YA & MISS YOU, DEBBIE SEMONES
August 23, 2008
TO CHARLES, MY LIFETIME COUSIN, MY BEST FRIEND, I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU MORE THAN WORDS CAN SAY I HAVE LOST RELATIVES BEFORE BUT THE DAY I LOST YOU MY WORLD CRUMBLED. I WISH THIS WERE A BAD DREAM AND WHEN I AWAKE I COULD SEE YOUR SMILE AND YOUR CRAZY LAUGH. I HAVE SO MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF YOU. MY HEART IS BROKEN! I REMEMBER OUR MARCHING DAYS, OUR TRIP TO CHICAGO AND THE AIRPLANE TRIP HOME, OUR EXPERIENCE WITH TYE-DYED SHIRTS, PLAYING SOFTBALL TOGETHER, OUR SKIING ADVENTURE, OUR TRIP TO RODCHESTER, NY IN YOUR VEGA WAGON, GOING TO CHURCH WITH AUNT MOLLIE AND UNCLE RUSSELL AND DON'T FORGET THOSE FEATHER TICK BEDS, YOUR SENIOR PROM WHEN I WAS YOUR DATE, HA HA! RUNNING DOWN THE ROAD IN THE BIG TRUCKS AND STOPPING AT FRYSTOWN, AND SOOOOOO MUCH MORE! THOSE WERE THE DAYS! DON'T FORGET THE EDINBURG FIREHALL (INNER WORLD) WHEN YOU SHOOK THE WHOLE TOWN WHEN YOU PLAYED WIPEOUT! I KNOW YOU HAVEN'T MISS A BEAT WITH THOSE STICKS OF YOURS, YOU ALWAYS WERE THE LIFE OF THE PARTY AND IT WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU. WE WERE JUST RECENTLY TALKING ABOUT OUR TRIP TO NEW YORK AND LAUGHING ABOUT THE THINGS THAT HAD HAPPENED. SOMETIMES WE WOULD START LAUGHING BEFORE WE EVER GOT OUR STORIES TOLD. I WILL MISS THE TALKS THAT WE USED TO HAVE YOU ALWAYS UNDERSTOOD ME , THANKS FOR TAKING THE TIME TO LISTEN. WE SEEM TO KNOW WHAT THE OTHER WAS THINKING. DON'T WORRY I'LL KEEP YOU BUSY BECAUSE I KNOW YOU HEAR EVERYTHING I'M THINKING AND SAYING. YOU TAKE CARE OF EVERYONE IN HEAVEN AND I'LL TRY TO HOLD THE FORT DOWN HERE! I KNOW HEAVEN IS HAPPY TO HAVE YOU BUT MY HEART ACHES KNOWING I WON'T SEE THAT SMILE AND CRAZY LAUGH. REMEMBER THE TRIP TO NC FOR THE COCA COLA 600 WE SURE DID SOME LAUGHING! YOU WERE ALWAYS MORE OF A BROTHER TO ME THAN A COUSIN AND I WAS BLESSED TO BE A PART OF YOUR FAMILY! I LOVE AND MISS YOU AND KNOW THAT SOMEDAY WE WILL BE TOGETHER AGAIN AND OH WHAT A HAPPY DAY THAT WILL BE. TAKE CARE AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE. GOD KNEW HE HAD A SPECIAL ANGEL WHEN YOU WENT TO BE WITH HIM. YOU WERE ONE OF THE FUNNIEST AND CRAZIEST PEOPLE I HAVE EVER KNOWN AND I I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU AND I WILL ALWAYS CHERISH THE SPECIAL MEMORIES THAT WE SHARED WITH ONE ANOTHER. I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU! YOU WERE A VERY SPECIAL PERSON TO ME (A SPECIAL TREASURE) THAT ONLY COMES ALONG ONCE IN A LIFETIME! YOU HAVE TOUCHED SO MANY PEOPLE IN YOUR LIFETIME AND LEFT A PIECE OF YOUR LIFE WITH US TO CHERISH FOREVER. YOU TAKE CARE AND GOD BLESS UNTIL WE CAN BE TOGETHER AGAIN, I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU. YOUR COUSIN, LOVE YA, DEBBIE.......DON'T WORRY I AM HELPING TO TAKE CARE OF MARY, HOLLY, AMY YOUR MOM AND DAD, BARBARA AND SUSIE BECAUSE I WANT TO, YOU WOULD WANT ME TO AND YOU WOULD DO THE SAME FOR ME! LOVE YA AND MISS YA FOREVER AND ALWAYS!
Rick & Paula Lambert
August 22, 2008
Mary and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you find the grace that is sufficent during the upcoming days.
Paul & JoAnn Dellinger
August 22, 2008
Mary and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Bill and Ginni Barb
August 22, 2008
Mary,
We are so sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. We haven't seen him in a very long time but we have good memories of him when he and Doug hung out together. He could always make you laugh and I know that Doug considered a treasured friend.
Dawn and Brett Sleicher
August 22, 2008
Mary,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Dan and Debbie Dinges
August 21, 2008
Mary,our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.Charlie was a great person.I have alot of good memories working with him at Rocco.
August 21, 2008
TO THE RICHARD FAMILY-
WE WANT TO TELL YOU HOW SORRY WE ARE AND HOW SHOCKED WE WERE TO HEAR ABOUT CHARLES. HE WAS A ONE OF A KIND PERSON.
WE WILL MISS HIS LAUGH AND HIS AMAZING SENSE OF HUMOR. HE WAS JUST A GREAT ALL AROUND PERSON CARED ABOUT BY SO MANY.
CHERISH THE MEMORIES AND KNOW THAT HE DOES HEAR YOU WHEN YOU TALK TO HIM AND HE IS WATCHING OVER YOU.
REMEMBER, "HE'S NOT GONE, HE'S JUST AWAY."
THNIKING OF YOU ALL-
GAIL & JERRY DOWNEY
LIZ MURPHY
James & April Orndorff
August 21, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to the family.
August 21, 2008
TO THE FAMILY I CONSIDER MY SECOND FAMILY-I AM SO BLESSED AND HONORED TO HAVE HAD CHARLES AS MY "BROTHER" IN THIS LIFE-HE HAD THE MOST INFECTIOUS LAUGH AND ALL HE HAD TO DO WAS SMILE OR JUST SAY ONE WORD TO ME AND IT WOULD MAKE ME LAUGH.
HE HAD THE KINDEST HEART AND WOULD DO ANYTHING FOR ANYONE AND HIS LOVE OF MUSIC WAS AMAZING. WHEN HE PLAYED THOSE DRUMS IN A BAND OR EVEN WHEN I WOULD BE AT HIS PARENTS HOUSE AND HE WAS PLAYING, IT JUST GAVE ME CHILLS. HE WAS SUCH AN AWESOME DRUMMER. AND I KNOW IT WORE HIM OUT SOMETIMES BUT IF HE COULD PLAY "WIPE OUT" ALL NIGHT, I COULD LISTEN TO IT.
TO MARY, MOM & DAD AND ALL OF YOU, I LOVE YOU, YOU WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS AND GOD KNOWS YOU ARE STRUGGLING RIGHT NOW BUT HE HAS GIVEN YOU SO MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES TO THINK BACK ON AND BE THANKFUL FOR THAT WILL HELP IN HEALING YOUR HEARTS AND KNOW THAT CHARLES IS STILL WITH US ALWAYS.
HE IS LOOKING DOWN ON US AND EVEN THOUGH IT IS HARD FOR US TO REALIZE NOW HE IS TRYING TO LET US KNOW THAT HE IS OK AND HE WANTS US ALL TO GO ON AND ENJOY LIFE JUST AS HE DID WITH HIS FAMILY AND SO MANY FRIENDS.
IF YOU WANT OR NEED ME TO DO ANYTHING FOR YOU I WANT YOU TO CALL ME. YOU KNOW I'M NOT FAR AWAY. YOU WILL ALL BE IN MY HEART AND PRAYERS AND THANK ALL OF YOU FOR BLESSING MY LIFE BY BEING IN IT.
LOVE AND PRAYERS,
L MURPHY
William & Maxine Pence
August 21, 2008
We are shocked and saddened by the untimely death of your husband
Joan Burger
August 21, 2008
Dear Charlie and Ruth.... please accept my heartfelt sympathy, I spoke with Peggy & Benny last nite, after the family night. And I am not a bit surprised by what they said about the crowd. Charlie had a multitude of friends and last nite showed it.You can be proud of the man he became. Hopefully there is some peace in knowing that he is in heaven awaiting all of us. Take care and if there is anything I can do please let me know. And Ruth.... as soon as you are up to it... get back in that kitchen and make some of that delicious pumpkin roll Peggy keeps bringing home.... it is the best.In my every thought and prayer. Joan Burger
Ann Ford
August 21, 2008
To Mary, Amy & Holly, Charles and Ruth and the entire family, my deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. I like everyone else have some wonderful memories of Charles...he will be greatly missed by one and all. Take peace in knowing he is at his new home in heaven with our heavenly father, waiting to meet us all one day. If I can do anything at all please let me know Ann (Stump) Ford
Paul Striffler
August 21, 2008
I am so sorry to here that Charlie has passed. Charlie was a good man . He came to Bender warehouse to pick his load up for Georges. We all will miss him .
Jeff& Faith Mathias
August 20, 2008
our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Charles Lafollette
August 20, 2008
I am sorry for your loss. If you need anything please let me know. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rebecca Zirkle & David Myers
August 20, 2008
Mary and family - We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Charlie was certainly one of a kind. I think the first time I saw him, he was playing "Wipeout" on top of chicken boxes in stack-off at Rocco. I'll always remember the big smile that was on his face. You could always count of Charlie to make you laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Mary. Please let us know if we can do anything at all for you.
Donnie and Barb Pifer
August 20, 2008
Charlie was a very special man and we were both so sorry to hear of his passing. We just returned from the viewing in Woodstock. The long lines of friends were a testimony to how loved and respected Charlie was. We both remember him for his wonderful smile and laugh and the way he cared for others. You have our deepest sympathy.
Peggy Vining
August 20, 2008
Mary
It has been many many many years but I heard about Charlie's death and had to let you and your family know how very very sorry I am for you. His loss is devastating. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember our days at Rocco and his wonderful sense of humor and teamwork. He was a great guy. You are a great lady; be strong. God is with you.
EG Seekford
August 20, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Eddie & Becky Polk
August 20, 2008
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Madlyn and Carroll Estep
August 20, 2008
I can hardly believe that I'm writing 'condolences' to the family of someone who still seems like a kid to me ... so young, full of life, and with the biggest smile on his face for everyone he met. I'll always remember Charlie as the 'best drummer' I've ever heard ... he ranked right up there with the best of them. Charlie's family can be proud of the boy he used to be and the good man he became ... he was a wonderful husband and father, son and brother. Mary and daughters, Charlie, Ruth and family ... with fond memories, we send our prayers and condolences at this most difficult time.
Karla (Golliday) Ulmer
August 20, 2008
Mary, Holly & Amy -
If you ever needed a laugh, you could always count on Charlie! He touched many lives with his happy personality and I'm sure he's generating laughter in heaven already. He will be missed greatly. We will continue keeping you in our thoughts and prayers!
Matt & Karla Ulmer &
Emily & Erica Golliday
Mark Good
August 20, 2008
Charley ( Chaz ) Richard has always been a Brother and will always be a Brother to us
( Mark and John Good). Our days together in our band (Inner World), were some of the Most Special times of our lives. We Remember, Your Zeal for Life, Your Loving Heart, Your Infectious Laugh and Your Awesome Smile. We Love you Charley and always will. We will keep you alive in our Hearts, Forever. Thank you God, for allowing us to be a part of our Dear Friend and Brother's life. We feel a Deep Loss in our Hearts and Feel that the world is just not as Bright as it use to be. We Miss You and Hope You will show us around Heaven when we get there! Thanks for being our Brother, our Drummer and our Dear Friend!!!!!!!
Brothers Forever,
Mark and John Good
Kevin Miller
August 20, 2008
So sorry to hear of the passing of Charlie. There was only one Charlie in this world and I am sure glad that our paths crossed. May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.
Ricky Click
August 20, 2008
Charlie and I were the drum section in the SJ band. Actually, HE was the drum section. I could never keep up with him no matter how hard I tried. He was truly one of a kind. My sympathies go out to his family and friends, I'm sure he will be forever in your hearts. I'm sure he's beating the drums in heaven!
Rhonda & Jamie Richard
August 20, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Terry & Barbara Inboden
August 20, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Debbie Dellinger
August 20, 2008
Mary & family, Caring thoughts are with you and your family in this time of sorrow- May you find peace and comfort in your faith and memories. Always know you are in our prayers- With Sympathy, Richard, Debbie, Brandi, & Abby Dellinger, Brad Tusing & Aaron Keeton
Stephanie Good
August 20, 2008
Charlie was a great guy! When he came into work he would always make me smile and have some crazy story to tell me! He will be greatly missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Leon&Pat Stover
August 20, 2008
Mary, Holly,Amy.& the rest of the family...our prayers & thoughts are with you all..we know it's hard right now but try to remember the good times & that charles really loved you all..our sincere thougths...Leon & Pat Stover & Family
charlie Stover
August 19, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Debbie and W.T. Myers
August 19, 2008
Mary and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May you find peace and comfort in your memories of Charlie. Praying God will give you guidance as you journey through this tragedy.
ALFRED BUCHER
August 19, 2008
SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS CHARLIE WAS A GOOD MAN.
alfred bucher
August 19, 2008
sorry about your loss
Mona Seay
August 19, 2008
I remember Charlie from our high school days. May you find comfort in knowing that Jesus took our sin and died for us in order that our debt would be paid so that we can enter heaven.
Sylvia Naugle
August 19, 2008
Mary,
I am at a loss for words what can I say but I am so sorry,all the yrs I spent working with you and Charlie you became like family to me,he always made me laugh ,he was quite the drummer,but so much more than that he was a wonderful friend who left me so many memories.Mary you are always in my prayers please call me anytime,God Bless you and the girls
Owen Larrick
August 19, 2008
Mary & family - I was so sorry to hear about Charlie. He will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. If I can be of any help to you, just let me know.
NELSON KELLER
August 19, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Randy& Linda Litten
August 19, 2008
Mary and family,our thoughts and deepest heartfelt sympathy are with you now.We'll always remember Charlie as that crazy fun guy that we worked with at Rocco. We will keep you in our prayers, dear friends.
Sidney Dinges
August 19, 2008
Mary I was very sorry to hear of Charlie passing away I was driving for Rocco when he started driveing He was alot of fun to be around He will be missed
Micheal Burner
August 19, 2008
Mary, Amy , Holly
You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Charlie was a great guy and we will always remember him as a great drummer and person.
If you need anything let us know. May god bless each one through this diffcult time.
Leslie Helsley
August 19, 2008
Mary and Family,
Charlie was just one of those people who could always make you smile. What wonderful memories we have of him. We are so very sorry for your loss and pray that God gives you strength through these trying times.
Steve and Leslie Helsley
Roger & Cathy Beydler
August 19, 2008
Mary & family, Sorry to hear of your loss and keeping you in our prayers. Aways remember that God needed a special angel, so he took yours, but I know he is still watching over all of you. God bless,
Anna And Randy Ruffner
August 19, 2008
Mary ,Holly and Amy,Charles And Ruth,You and your family are in our prayers and thoughts.Charlie is now with the Lord in heaven and he will be missed .Phillipians 4:13.God bless you and your family .
BURNS AND PATSY STOTLEMYER
August 19, 2008
WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. CHARLIE WAS A GREAT GUY, AND A VERY HARD WORKER. I HAVE ENJOYED WORKING WITH CHARLIE THROUGHTOUT THE YEARS AT GOERGE'S. CHARLIE WILL BE SADLEY MISSED AND KEPT IN OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS.
Barb Dean
August 19, 2008
Mary and family.....I'm so sorry, you all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Charlie.....haven't seen you in several years, the good old Rocco days. Thanks for stopping by the sales department and making us all laugh, you were a hoot. Godspeed my friend.
DON WRATCHFORD
August 19, 2008
Mary,HoLLYand AMY-I am so sorry to hear about Charlie.I value the years I knew and worked with him. He will be missed.
Whitney Knupp
August 19, 2008
I will always remember Charlie and what a great, nice man he was. I went to school with Holly and always remember she was a "daddy's girl". I will keep Holly and the rest of the family in my prayers!
Billy Richmond
August 19, 2008
Dear Mary, Holly & Amy...Ruth & Charlie Richard...and Susie & Barbara,
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to each of you, for we all know how special Charles was to each of us. God has decided that He wanted Charles to come home...and play his special music just for Him. We know that things will never be the same here without him on Earth, but we do know that by being with God, he is truly at home.
My fondest memory is of us as kids, marching up Main Street, with Charles at the head of the pack, banging on that old lard keg (smile)...we were having our own parade! These memories have always meant so much to me; how blessed I am to have had the good fortune of having Charles as my cousin.
It's my genuine hope that during this difficult time, you will all take many, many moments out of your respective days to remember all the goodness that was Charles. Please take tremendous comfort in knowing that only the physical aspect of each of us passes away; his spirit will live on forever and ever. Thank-you, Charles, for all that you meant to each of us--collectively and individually. You will always be cherished.
May the Good Lord comfort each of you today and each day you live. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Steven Sager
August 19, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Jesse Whitmer
August 19, 2008
So sorry to hear about Charlie. I sure did enjoy the time we went to Hatti on a mission trip. Our prayers are with the whole family.Jesse & Edna
joan burger
August 19, 2008
Mary, Holly, and Amy... I was so sorry to hear of your loss .... you are in my every prayer.... and thought..If there is anything i can do.. please let me know Joan Burger
Susan Rush Mitchell
August 19, 2008
I am so very sorry to hear this about Charlie. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Tom & Lynda Estep
August 19, 2008
With our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Richard family.
Tammy Barton
August 19, 2008
Dear Mary and Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you. Charlie defiantly made my days at "Rocco" a lot happier. I remember him playing drums on the tubs while he was waiting for the cut up chickens to come back to him. I remember how nice the both of you looked at my wedding. Hard to believe that was 18 years ago.
I believe Charlie is in a much better place. God Bless to you and all of your family.
Tammy Barton and Family
Bettie Walden
August 19, 2008
Mary, I am so sorry to hear about Charlies passing. I was Bettie Wimer, now Walden.I worked w/ you two at Rocco.Again I am so sorry,Bettie
LEE & PATSY SILVIOUS
August 19, 2008
"LITTLE CHARLES" WILL BE MISSED BY THIS FAMILY AND HE AT ONE TIME WAS AS CLOSE AS A SON. GOD BLESS HIM FOR MAKING OUR WORLD A LITTLE NICER AND I WILL MISS THE "HEY GIBBY YOU WANT TO
PLAY BALL"
Doug Lindamood
August 19, 2008
Mary,Amy and Holly, to say the least, I was shocked to hear about Charlie and saddened of your loss.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Terry & Angela Miller
August 19, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Brenda Ford
August 19, 2008
Charlie always did march to the sound of a different drummer. We are sure the halls of SJ still ring with the sound of "Wipeout"! God blessed us with a kind man for awhile, now he has the best drummer in the band!
larry& lee riffey
August 19, 2008
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
mike clem
August 19, 2008
we are sorry to hear of your loss.if there is anything we can do,please let us know..mike and bj clem
Wendy Lou (Silvious) Zachmeyer
August 19, 2008
I was shocked and saddened to hear about Charles. I laugh everytime I thinking about hearing him practice the drums. You could hear it throughout the entire neighborhood. And, I always looked forward to parades where the SJ band was marching because I knew he'd be on those drums!! And, we always have those memories of playing softball in the backyard (when we had about 20 people on each team). Charlie, Ruth, Barbara, Susie, Lina, I am so sorry for your loss and I will be praying for you.
EMPLOYEES AT EDINBURG MOTORS
August 19, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
William Fadely
August 19, 2008
Charles, I know in my heart that you can hear and see this.Also you are playing your drums for the man above. Even in life it took us both in different directions we still was family. Charles you were more then family you was by best friend also. Love PYE-YOE
jay
August 19, 2008
so many good (crazy) times when we were young. i will miss him very much, but i have no doubt he is banging his gong somewhere. one of the best souls i have been lucky to know.
Carolyn Bly
August 19, 2008
Mary and family,
Please accept our sympathy,
love and Blessings,
Dickie and Carolyn Bly &
The Kisamore Family
Monty Smith Jr and family
August 19, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family in your time of loss. I worked with Charlie as a truck driver at George's and he was a great man.
John Clem
August 19, 2008
All my thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow.
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