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Charles Meredith Bourne

1935 - 2026

Charles Meredith Bourne obituary, 1935-2026

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1935

DIED

2026

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Charles Bourne Obituary

Charles Meredith Bourne

Mar 7, 1935 - Feb 19, 2026

Charles Meredith Bourne, affectionately known as "Charlie," passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, at the age of 90. Charles was a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished grandfather and great-grandfather. He was dedicated to his family and had a deep love for his companion beagle hound, Billy Whiskers. He had an affinity for antique cars and enjoyed hunting on his small farm on the Rappahannock River where family always gathered. Charles enjoyed history, old houses, and lived in Avondale circa 1780-1820.

He served as a captain on a Howitzer gun in the National Guard (Company C). He was a 32nd degree Mason with the Lewis Ginter Lodge. Also, he was a member of the Ashland Jaycees and Vice President of Tom C. Bourne & Son, Inc. His warm smile and gentle spirit touched everyone he met.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Barbara B. Bourne; his children, Tracy, Kelly, Laurie, and Leslie; his grandchildren, Jason, Lena, Jessica, Charlie, Logan, Chloe, and Ellie; great-grandchildren, Jaeden and Nola; dear family friend, Margie Christiana Bandis. He was preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Mildred and his son Charlie.

A celebration of Charles' life will be held Friday, March 6, 2026 at Bennett Funeral Home (8014 Lee Davis Road, Mechanicsville, Va.) with visitation between 1 and 2 p.m. at the chapel and funeral at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Hanover Animal Shelter.
Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Mar. 4, 2026.

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8014 Lee Davis Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23111

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James Carneal

March 2, 2026

Charlie was first and foremost my go to car dealer who was always a joy to deal with and very fair and trustworthy. One of the nicest guys I knew and our business dealings led to friendship as well. We did lose contact later in life but I never forgot him and was sorry to see he had passed.

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