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Charlie Overton Jr. Obituary

Charlie Samuel Overton, Jr., 54. a resident of Greensburg, departed this life Monday, February 22, 2016, at his home. Visitation at Turner Chapel AME Church, 875 Turner Chapel Rd., Greensburg, from 5 pm to 8 pm Friday, March 4, 2016. Visitation will resume at the church from 9 am Saturday until religious service at 11 am. conducted by Dr. Rev. Moses Simms. Interment in the church cemetery. Survived by his loving wife, Carmen Harris Overton; two sons, Charlie Samuel Overton, III (Ebrony) and Clay Overton; his father, Charlie Samuel Overton Sr.; four grandchildren, Charlie, IV, Chanel, Caden and Zaria; six sisters, Donna Overton, Beverly O. Henderson, Cynthia Overton, Sherri O. Lee, Carolyn O. Guillory, Rosaland O. Rosenthal and Cynthia and Angela Myles, who were raised like sisters, and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Margaret P. Overton. Arrangements entrusted to MJR Friendly Service Funeral Home, Greensburg.

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Published by The Advocate from Feb. 29 to Mar. 5, 2016.

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Carmen Overton

February 23, 2024

It's been 8 years since your soul went up to heaven Jr. We continue to miss you and love you. Love Carmen, C3, Shell, C4, Chanel, Caden, Royale, Clay, Anayjah, Zaria, Cyla, Anivia, and Zamoni.

Carmen Overton

February 22, 2023

Missing you daily, but know you are watching over us from heaven.
We love you Jr
Carmen C3 , Shell, C4, Chanel, Caden, Royale, Clay, Anayjah, Zaria, Cyla and Anivia

Carmen Overton

February 22, 2021

Today makes 5 years that you gained your wings❤and miss you
Carmen , C3 , Shell,C4, Chanel, Caden, Royale,
Clay, Anayjah, Zaria,Cyla, Anivia

Greta Burton-Whitley

March 13, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with the family and may God give strength in your time of sorrow

March 6, 2016

Donna thinking of you and your family in your time of bereavement. Praying

Sandra Allen and family USPS.

March 5, 2016

My prayers and condolences to the entire Overton family during this time of sorrow for the loss Charlie,he is now with God as his Angel looking down over his earthly family. God's blessings to you all!
Love to everyone, Vicky Thomas Wmsbg,Va.

shenitha morris

March 5, 2016

my condolences-I will pray for healing-to immediate family god loves you

Sylvia Yancy Davis

March 5, 2016

My sympathy to the Overton family. May your memories comfort you during this time.

Dorisshell Ramsey

March 5, 2016

Praying for the family Love y'all Carmen

Latoya Gordon - Scruggs

March 4, 2016

Praying for God's continued Grace during your time of bereavement. Remember Psalms 121 ♡♡♡

Valerria Jackson-Portee

March 4, 2016

My dear cousin, my heart is heavy, but I know that you are resting in a more peaceful place. No more pain nor suffering. I know you are sitting around heaven with our love ones, . Rest in peace. To the family, stand steadfast and know he's in a peaceful place. Hold to his love and memories. Blessings

Angela Overton-Chambers

March 4, 2016

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Tyron Jones

March 4, 2016

To The Overton Family: May God grant you perfect peace that drives away all Sorrows. May the care and love of those around you provide Comfort and Peace.
My deepest sympathy. Rest In Peace Classmate.

Cornelia Perkins Blackburn

March 4, 2016

We are sorry for the loss of your brother/son/husband, Charlie Jr. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him, yet will suffer no longer. May the Lord's peace with you all during this difficult time.

Albert Bowie

March 4, 2016

Jr i'm so lose for word right now, man we had some times my brother. Tell myme hi! See you guy's when I get there.

Tiana Bryer

March 4, 2016

No more suffering..Rest In Peace...Praying for our Family

Nedra Payne

March 4, 2016

Rest in peace Mr. Overton, no more pain or suffering. With deepest sympathy expressed to Carmen and children.

Chris Womack

March 4, 2016

Charlie Jr rest in peace brother, may the Lord keep and hold your family God Bless!!

Sandra Hurst-Benjamin

March 4, 2016

So sorry to hear about Jr. passing. He is no longer suffering, he is at peace and in a better place.

Darrell Rosenthal

March 3, 2016

Jr, your are a true Warrior to me. You were my buddy, a friend, and my play brother. You picked on me and taught me many things as well. Get your well deserved rest. "Do What Diddy Darrell" as you called me...I am going miss ya!

Darrell Rosenthal

March 3, 2016

Jr, you are a true Warrior to me. You were my buddy, friend, and a great play Uncle. You picked on me and taught me many things as well. Get you well deserved rest buddy. "Do What Diddy Darrell" as you called me.....I am going to miss ya!

Peter Donald

March 2, 2016

Sorry about your loss and we are Praying for You and Your family at this difficult time!

Peter Donald

March 2, 2016

So sorry about your lost and I am Praying for You and Your Family!

Louis Rosenthal

March 2, 2016

To my beloved brother in law...I could not admit this when you were alive but now that you have gone on to glory and in the presence of the Lord - I admit, you were a better fisherman than me...rest in peace and I'll see you in heaven.

Margie Wallace

March 2, 2016

Deepest Sympathy

Carmen Overton

March 2, 2016

Well Jr you fought until the end of your earthly journey with dignity and respect. Now take your crown in heaven, tell Ms. Overton hello and you finally get to me my parents Alfed and Teresa Harris. Love you your wife,
Carmen

Vanessa Perkins

March 1, 2016

Sorry for your loss.Praying for the family.Jr. will be truly miss

Irma jackson

March 1, 2016

Deepest Sympathy
Irma J Jackson

Donna Overton

March 1, 2016

My precious little brother is resting in peace now. Love you and now you can do all the hunting & fishing you want. Save some of the meals for me. Missiny you now and forever. Your big sis always!!

Taz Jones

March 1, 2016

I'm sorry to hear of Jr's passing. May he and Myme' rest together. My condolences to Donna, Uncle Charlie and the Overton family.
Love Taz and the Jones family

Nicole Royal

March 1, 2016

So sorry to hear about Jr's passing, I'm praying for the family. Love you guys

Sherri Lee

March 1, 2016

Jr is at rest from this life, but the memories of our childhood and adult life will always remain in my heart forever. Going to miss you,"Jrbud". Love Sherri Neese

March 1, 2016

My twin has left me to fend for myself. But all things must come to an end. Love you, my only brother and defender.

Carolyn

D'Angelo Waites

March 1, 2016

May you rest in paradise uncle Jr. And may there be an abundance of deers and hogs to get after. As always, when you feel a little parched crack a beer and season the throat. Take care Unc

Beverly Overton Henderson

March 1, 2016

To my beloved brother 'Jr.'. A part of me is gone with you. My love will be with you always. My God and all the angels love and enjoy you as I did here on earth. Know myme and Karen are waiting for you. Love you much. Sleep in sweet peace. I will see you one day. Love always Bobbie

Cynthia Overton

March 1, 2016

Hope you're camping & hunting on the other side!

February 29, 2016

May you gain comfort and strength knowing that others share your loss. Phillipians 4:6,7

February 29, 2016

Mr. Charlie, so sorry to hear about your son. My husband, Clay Doughty, served at the Police Jury with you years ago. I always thought you were a very good man. Sorry again for your loss, Jacqueline Doughty Jones

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