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1928
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2019
Charles McKellar Obituary
Charles was born May 2, 1928 in British Columbia, Canada to Chester and Dorothy (Bennett) McKellar. He served in the United States Marine Corps for 22 years retiring as Captain, after which he managed the data processing department and other units at Brown and Sharpe Manufacturing Company in Rhode Island for the next 21 years.
On June 26, 1954, Charles married Barbara (Lord) McKellar and raised two children, Mark W. McKellar and Lori M. McKellar.
Charles served in the Korean War and participated in the Chosin Reservoir campaign. He was awarded the Bronze Star with "V" for valor for his efforts in reinforcing Fox Company, thus ensuring a successful withdrawal from North Korea. He was active in The Chosin Few, a fraternal organization to support the men who participated in the battle.
Charles was an active beekeeper in Rhode Island. He is past-president/director and lifetime member of the Eastern Apicultural Society. He was also an active member of the Rhode Island Beekeepers Association and frequently spoke about beekeeping to schools and various social groups. In his retirement years, he enjoyed running, playing tennis and cycling.
Charles is survived by his wife of 64 years, Barbara; his children, Mark (Laura) and Lori (Ian); and grandsons, Mark and David.
He was preceded in death by his father, Chester, mother, Dorothy and three brothers, Earl, Chester and Donald.
Military interment services to be held at the Florida National Cemetary in Bushnell, Florida – date to be announced. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Semper Fi Fund at https://semperfifund.org
"For it isn't your mother, your father or wife
whose judgment upon you must pass,
but the man whose verdict counts most in your life
is the one staring back from the glass.
He's the fellow to please,
never mind all the rest."
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J P
January 15, 2019
I am truly and deeply sorry for your loss. My warmest condolences go out to the family and friends of Charles. May the God of all comfort grant you peace and strength during this difficult time (Psalm 29:11).
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