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Charles "Chuckie"
Hunter V
SPRINGFIELD, IL - Charles "Chuckie" was born to Christine Cochran and Charles Hunter IV on June 14, 1979, in Springfield, Ill. He departed this world on June 28, 2013, doing the right thing, helping others.
Chuckie accepted Christ in 2010, at Victory Cathedral Worship Center in Bolingbrook, Ill., under Pastor Smokie Norful. He enjoyed helping others and loved children. As a young child, his leisure time was spent playing baseball and football. Chuckie was a phenomenal football player at Proviso West High School, Hillside, Ill., and semi-pro football in Melrose Park, Ill.
He is preceded in death by his great-great-grandparents; great-grandparents; grandparents; an aunt, Marla Hunter; and an infant son, Jaylan.
He is survived by his parents, Charles Hunter IV and Christine (stepfather, Tony) Wheeler Sr.; children, Chuckie VI, Kyla, D'Mauryon, Chaz, Tachyla, Charde, DeVonte and Carlos; sister, Tamera; three brothers, Corey Washington, Tony Jr and Malcolm Wheeler; special sister, Olivia Beard; special grandmother, Barbara J. Smith; aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of friends.
Services will be Friday, July 5, 2013, at Brown Street Church of God in Christ, 1701 E. Brown St., Springfield, IL 62703. Visitation will be from 9-10 a.m., with the funeral service following from 10 a.m. - noon. Interment will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Walker Funeral Services are in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Charles Hunter
Olivia Beard
June 27, 2020
Missing you big brother You will always have a special place in my heart kiss and hug grandma grandpa and my son for me thank you for always loving me no matter who didnt !!!!
Bridgette Howard
July 11, 2013
To the Hunter Family. May God be with you at this difficult time and keep you under his wings. It's no words to express the loss of your dear son Chuck. I was heart broken and sick after getting the news. Look up to he, for he will never leave you. You have my deepest condolences and sympathy. Send hugs and Love your way.
Roxie C. Howard
July 11, 2013
Sending my Deepest Condolences & Sympathy to the Hunter/Cochran/Finley Family's. Heavely--From your Aunt Roxie
Bridgette Howard
July 11, 2013
I would like to express my heartfelt condolences to Christine,Chuck,D'Mauryon,Tachyla,Charde,DeVonte,Carlos,siblings,family and friends. Their if just no words for this sensless tragedy. You have a special place in my heart for the loss of your Love one. May God comfort each and everyone at this difficult time and never let go of his unchaning hand. Sending Love, Peace & Comfort across the hills of TN. Hugs
Bridgette Howard
July 11, 2013
To the parents of Chuck, D'Mauryon,Tachyla,Charde,DeVonte,Carlos, & his siblings. There are just no words for this sensless tragedy. It touched my heart when I got the call about Chuck. I know he will be deeply missed by each and every one of you. He's an angel in the skies watching of you. Please know that you are in my heart and on my mind with heartfelt condolences. Sending you peace and comfort at this time and after. Heavenly's cousin
Bridgette Howard
July 11, 2013
To Heavenly Finley, Lil Chuck, Kyla and Chaz. Words cannot even begin to express my sorrow. I was so deeply saddened when I heard the tragic news of Chuck. It broke my heart for him & all of you. Chuck was always quite when I was around him with a soft demeanor. May you take comfort in knowing that an angel is watching over you. May the peace from his memories comfort you. Please know that all of your family here in Nashville love you guys deeply. You have our sympathy and deepest condolences. Hugs & peace at this difficult time.
Tina Wofford
July 10, 2013
Christine and Chuck and the rest of family: Our family extends our sympathy to you and your family. We are so sad to hear of your loss. May God be with you and strengthen you all each day.
Tommie and Tina Wofford
Chilwana Randle
July 8, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. I'm sending you a hug from afar.
Sandra Walk-Walden
July 7, 2013
Christine & Charles, Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. SSHS Class of 1977
rob fisher
July 7, 2013
as the dad of my step grandkids and the son of my schoolmate and as a friend of mine. you will b missed. my heartfelt sympathy goes out to the hunter family.
Kelly (Richie) Smith
July 7, 2013
Times like these and I wish I was home....RIP Lil Chucky....Love you Cuz.......
Olivia beard
July 6, 2013
My dearest brother words cant even explain how im feeling but know your spot in my heart will never be filled I thank god for blessing me with the brother / father figure that you gave too me our bond is never unbreakable love you for eternity your fat face ?????? rest in paradise
Patricia Davis
July 5, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tracey Gragg
July 5, 2013
I didn't know him but I'm sorry for their loss.
Bobbie Hale
July 5, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bobbie Hale
Lisa (Binky's sister) Smith
July 5, 2013
Sending my condolences to the family. May Chuckie R.I.P. let God be you rock!
katie bryant
July 5, 2013
Entire Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless and give you peace.
Katie Bryant
Ron & Gill Dickerson
July 5, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Deidre "Dee" Jackson
July 5, 2013
To the Hunter and Cochran family I am extending my deepest sympathy for you in your loss. May comfort and peace get you through these times. God bless you all.
Nicki Renfro
July 4, 2013
please accept my heart felt sympathy. May your faith in God protect and strengthen you today and the next.
July 4, 2013
I love you but God loves you more.He is a giver of peace.He is the Rock that holds us together...lean on Him!
Carolyn Toney
July 4, 2013
Christine: Remember that weeping last for only a day and job cometh in the morning. Your belief in Jesus Christ will carry you through this rough time.
Call me if you need me as I am only a call away.
Robert Banks
July 4, 2013
Sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
Sandy Brown
July 4, 2013
To Hunter and Cochran families. I am so sorry for your lost. You all are in my prayers.
BUTCH AND DOROTHY EWING
July 4, 2013
TO "CHUCK A LUCK", CHRISTINE AND FAMILY, MAY THE GRACE OF GOD COMFORT YOU ALL DURING THIS TIME.
Justin "Goo" Tiller
July 4, 2013
Im going to miss you Chuck. I will celebrate your life. We're hurting with you. Epitome of a "Stand Up Guy." Travel well friend
Michael Chalmers
July 3, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Alberta Daniels
July 3, 2013
Praying for the Hunter & Cochran family may God keep his arms around you ALL.
Kim McCombs
July 3, 2013
You are truly loved and missed "LiL" Chuckie. I thank God for all the wonderful memories that He gave us of you.
Tina (Faine) Dickerson
July 3, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Carolyn (Sue) Dickerson
July 3, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Brenda Letcher-Crump
July 3, 2013
My condolences to the Cochran/Hunter Family. We are all praying for you. May you find peace in knowing that your son is sitting at the right hand of God watching over you all.
Dawn Cole Family
July 3, 2013
My prayers are with the Hunter/Cochran family at this time.
Valerie M. Winston Scott
July 3, 2013
Chuckie & Christine,
Wishing you both peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart.
Linda Shanklin
July 3, 2013
Christine and Chuck I remember Lil Chuck at moms (Mother Webster) daycare. He was shortest but the toughest. He will be missed.
Linda (Fields) Shanklin
Larry Davis
July 3, 2013
I can remember when him and Tamera were born. Seems like yesterday. To Chuck and Christine may God grant you great peace in this trying time. God knows how I feel about all of you, including big Chuck and Robbie. I hurt for all of you. Chuck, wow, my brotha, wow...
April W.
July 3, 2013
My prayers to the Hunter Family... May you rest in peace friend.
B K
July 3, 2013
As Chuckie enters the gates of heaven, the Lord is there to welcome this angel from earth. May God give you, his family peace and may He wrap His arms around you during this, your time of sorrow!!! God bless you!
O. Jack and Barbara Hubbard
July 3, 2013
Praying for the family during this time. May God keep and stregthen you.
Pat & Danny Taylor
July 3, 2013
Chuckie & Christine, its sad when you have to bury. one of your own children, before yourself. But know God put nothing more on us than we can bare. Just keep your headup towards god for peace and he will comfort you. Love you both
LISA RUSH & FAMILY
July 3, 2013
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Michele (Henderson) Wilson & Family
July 3, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
La Verne Butler
July 3, 2013
Chris & Chucky, I am so sorry about your loss. This is so sad, you all and family are in my prayers. I am so sorry I won't be able to make the services but my heart goes out to you at this time. May God bless the entire family.
Carole Davis
July 3, 2013
Hunter family my prayes go out to you'll for your lost.
Jacquie Readus
July 3, 2013
My condolences to the Hunter/Cochran family on the passing of Chuckie.
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