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Charlie Thompkins Obituary

THOMPKINS, Charlie Clarence, Sr., 79, of Richmond, Va., went on to be with the Lord March 29, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gabriel and Maxine; and brothers, Gabriel and Robert. He is survived by his children, Edward, Charlie and Shirley (Lorenzo); sister, Nora Pleasants; and the mother of his children, Susie. Charlie was a man with a big heart and a caring father and grandfather. He excelled at many trades as both a driver, custodian and business owner. The family will receive friends 5 to 8 p.m. April 8, at Bliley's, 8510 Staples Mill Road. A homegoing service will be celebrated 11 a.m., April 9 at Pilgrim Journey Baptist Church, 7204 Bethlehem Road. Interment in Roselawn Memory Gardens. For condolences, see www.blileys.com.
Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Apr. 6, 2022.

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Matthew Ragland

April 8, 2022

Deepest condolences and prayers to to the family. Charlie was a good friend and neighbor. I will remember him forever. We had many lively conversations. Take your rest.

kay tunstall (LaVonne Coleman) mother

April 8, 2022

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

ROBERT F TYLER

April 7, 2022

you will be miss friend

Louis Coles jr

April 6, 2022

Rest in peace brother

Silene Crawley

April 6, 2022

My sincere condolences to the family may your precious memories sustain you at this difficult time.

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8

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5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Bliley's Funeral Home - Staples Mill

8510 Staples Mill Rd, Richmond, VA 23228

Apr

9

Service

11:00 a.m.

Pilgram Journey Baptist Church

7204 Bethlehem Rd, Richmond, VA

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8510 Staples Mill Rd, Richmond, VA 23228

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