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Charles Trevanthan Brown

1951 - 2019

Charles Trevanthan Brown obituary, 1951-2019, West Columbia, SC

Charles Brown Obituary

Charles Trevathan Brown WEST COLUMBIA - Charles Trevathan Brown, 68 passed away Thursday, June 13th 2019. Charlie was born May 18, 1951 to the late Frank A. and Cara Trevathan Brown. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Frank M. Brown. Charlie was an independent entrepreneur that began his career with Columbia Air-o-Blind Company expanding to build warehouse and shopping center facilities that helped small business owners succeed. A phenomenal business man, Charlie was known for his tenacity and ability to succeed despite all odds, helping any and every one he encountered to do the same. Visitation will start at 1pm on Friday, June 21st with the services immediately following at 2pm at Washington Street United Methodist Church, 1401 Washington St. Columbia, SC. A graveside service will follow at Elmwood Cemetery in Columbia. In place of flowers, memorials can be made to Epworth Children's Home. Family and friends may sign the online guest book at www.thompsonsfuneral.com

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Published by The State on Jun. 20, 2019.

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Johnny Anderson

June 21, 2024

Still missing you and remembering you my friend. You are not forgotten. You may have closed your eyes here for the last time but oh what a sight you must have seen when you opened them for the first time in heaven. Amen . Thank you for believing in me when no one else did.

Susan Trevathan

August 13, 2019

Charlie and I were cousins. I remember long talks and the story's he'd tell. We shared a love for the outdoors. What I remember best about Charlie was when he was around you knew he was in the room......he had that much personality and presence but at the same time nothing escaped him because he was always paying attention to the people around him. What I most regret was the week before he died I was trying to reach him about coming to a cousins reunion and never heard back from him. I regret so much just knowing now about his death. Rest in peace Cuz

W.G. Trevathan

August 13, 2019

Charlie and I are cousins on his mothers side, schoolmates from high school (A.C. Flora) and camping friends. We both had a great love of nature and spent many hours, days and weeks backpacking and canoeing. Ill miss him. God Speed old friend.

Della Tate Gainey

July 7, 2019

Just learned of Charlie's passing. I served him lunch almost every day for quite a few years at Southside Restaurant. Very nice guy. Rest in Peace Charlie.

Dick McSpadden

July 5, 2019

I met Charlie at a GABMA rally 20 years ago. We became good friends and shared a love for British Motorcycles. He has 5 of the ones I previously owned. I just found out about his passing and it broke my heart.
I will miss Charlie Brown

July 3, 2019

As you remember your love one, as God heals your broken hearts (Psalm 147:3), may your cherished memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength to endure.

With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Liz

Johnny Anderson

July 2, 2019

I will always remember our long talk's about life and business..and how you helped me open Original Tony's...it was your dream to..I mostly am gonna miss my friend...the world is a little darker without you.....I love you ...keep them straight up there I know you will.

July 2, 2019

May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76

July 2, 2019

May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76

June 29, 2019

I am sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort from god knowing that he cares for you. 1 Peter 5 6 7

Kathy Cimino

June 26, 2019

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Joe Kozlevcar

June 26, 2019

I remember Charlie as a great cross country runner in high school as well as a great basketball player at JJC. He was a well fellow. Prayers to his family.

Bobby Teal

June 25, 2019

I met Charlie through my Brother David though I didn't know Charlie well my first impression of him was that he was a good guy & I liked him immediately I wish that I could have known him better .

Johnny Benson

June 23, 2019

As an independent business person myself, I met and dealt with a lot of folks during my career. Charlie was the real deal. So sorry he has left us. My sincere condolences to all his friends and family.

Richard Owen

June 23, 2019

Charlie and I grew up together, three houses apart in Forest Acres. He was a special guy.
I remember how eloquent he was when he gave the eulogy at his brother Frank's funeral.

Bill Anderson

June 21, 2019

Rest in peace Charlie brown

June 20, 2019

Charlie was my mountain. He was my strength when I needed him, and business advisor in troubled times. Charlie's friendship, smile, and laughter will be forever missed. I lost one of my best friends since sixteen years of age when we met at a Future Business Leaders of America Conference. Goodbye my friend till we connect on the far side. Camp in Peace.

Janet Crouch
Flat Rock, NC

June 20, 2019

I send my sincere condolence to you and your family in this very difficult time , may you find comfort from the encouraging words find at 1 Thessalonians 4:13,14. Rebecca

Darby Hiott

June 20, 2019

The most geniune, kind, honorable man I have ever known and a true friend. May he rest in peace..

Ron Johnson

June 20, 2019

Rest in peace Delta Sig Brother

The Staff of Thompson Funeral Home

June 19, 2019

Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.

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1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Washington Street United Methodist Church

1401 Washington St, Columbia, SC

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Washington Street United Methodist Church

1401 Washington St, Columbia, SC

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