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Charles Unsworth Obituary
He was born August 11, 1928, in Memphis, Tenn. He enlisted in the United States Army in 1948, and served 4 years in the Korean War. He received two Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star during his service.
Chuck retired from McLean Trucking in 1984 after 33 years of service and became an active member of El Karubah Shriners and was a member of the Shadrack Unit for 10 years. He was also a member of VFW post 285, Minden Masonic Lodge, Military Order of the Purple Heart and Doyline First Baptist Church. He loved spending time with "his girls" and cherished the days spent with his great-grandson, Wyatt, who he fondly called "Squirt". He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Nancy Unsworth; daughter Kimberly Unsworth Martin and husband Art of Minden; granddaughters Kristi Martin Richie and fiancee Thomas Johnston of Gulfport, Miss., and Laura Martin Haley and husband Joey of Doyline; great-grandson, Charles Wyatt Haley; and brother, Jimmy Boyd and wife Leila of Dyersburg, Tenn.
Chuck donated his body to science; however the family will receive friends during a visitation reception. It will be held Tuesday, December, 28th, 2010 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Doyline First Baptist Church Fellowship Center. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children Shreveport c/o Transportation Fund, or charity of choice.
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David Wells
January 6, 2011
Dear Aunt Nancy and Family, We are sorry to hear of Uncle Chucks passing. Our Love and Prayers are with you and your Family. May the Lord give you peace and Comfort in this sorrowful time. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you.
Love David and Pamela Wells and Sons
January 1, 2011
Nancy, I just checked the obituaries, and I saw where Chuck had passed away. I am so sorry for your loss. I will pray for you and your family. Hopefully, we can get in touch with each other soon. Love ya, Helen Blake Smith
Carol Wells
January 1, 2011
Dear Aunt Nancy, Kim, Art and girls: We are thinking of you at this sad time and pray for the Lord's comfort and strength. We love you and feel your loss, Wayne, Carol & sons
Vaughn & Sherry Kivell
December 31, 2010
Dear Aunt Nancy & Family,
We are sorry for your loss! Chuck will certainly be missed!
He lit up a room like only he could! We love you all and
pray that you will be comforted at this time.
Lovingly, Vaughn & Sherry Kivell
December 26, 2010
Dear Mrs. Unsworth and Kim,
I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I know God will help heal the grief that you are feeling. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kelly Burge
Sandra Harrison
December 26, 2010
Laura and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
December 26, 2010
Dear Nancy,Kim and Family,
Nelson and I were sorry to hear about Chuck. May this sorrowful time allow you to reflect upon all the joy that you once shared with your loved one. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nelson and BettyLou Young
Debbie Roberts
December 26, 2010
Kim & family, I am so sorry for your loss. Grief is harder during the holidays but know that God is in control and He will comfort your hearts and give you peace. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
May God wrap His arms around you and hold you ever so close.
Sonny & Cyndi Hair
December 26, 2010
Dear Kim and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our prayers. We will be out of town on Tuesday. We are here if you need us.
Elizabeth and Johnny Guillot
December 26, 2010
Kim and Family,
So sorry for your loss.
May God bless you at this time of sorrow.
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