Charles D. Harrell

Charles Harrell Obituary

HARRELL Charles D. (Charlie) Harrell, 53 of Callahan, passed away on 10/28/06 at his residence. Mr. Harrell was a carpenter and an avid Florida Gator Fan. Survivors include a son, Luke D. Harrell on Ponchatula, La., mother Alice Harrell of Callahan, 2 brothers, Johnnie Ray (Sherry) Harrell of Callahan and Michael (Angie) Harrell of Harper's Ferry, West Virginia. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tues. 10/31/06 in the Chapel of Callahan Funeral Home with Funeral Service also in the Chapel on Wed. 11/1/06 @ 2:00 p.m. with interment in Jones Cemetery. Arrangements by Callahan Funeral Home, Inc. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Oct. 31, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Charles Harrell

8 Entries

Cecil & Eunice O'Steen

November 11, 2006

Dear Alice, Luke, Johnny Ray & Sherry, Mike & Angie:

Who would have ever imagined that we would be loosing Charlie so soon. Sometimes God just blows my mind and I find I have to seek guidance and wisdom at times like this.

Somewhere down the road of life we will look back and see why events of our lives happen as they do. We find at times like these just how strong God has made us to be and rely on His strength to carry us through. There may be times when it seems that you cannot go forward, but at least you will not have to go backward. Remember "we only have this moment"! We can't go backward nor can We forge ahead or know how to until we get to the next moment. You may not know how to forge ahead, but you can stand firmly on what you know of God and say, I am going to stand strong in the power of God until he delivers me; moment by moment!

Psalms 23:4 says, " Yes, though I walk through the deep, sunless valley of the shadow of death, I will fear or dread no evil, for you are with me; your rod to protect and your staff to guide, they comfort me." You understand how faithful and good God is when you see his deliverance in your life. You can't get this kind of certainty by reading a book about him; your faith increases by going through tough times like loosing someone you love and seeing the presence of God making a difference in your life. Many run away from God during times of trouble, but I encourage each of us to draw near to Him, and listen for His voice of assurance and comfort! Remember the Future explains the Past!

Cecil and I love you and are always here for you.

Cecil & Eunice O'Steen

Linda Davis

November 10, 2006

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with the Harrell family in this time of grief.

"Blessed are those who grieve as they will recieve comfort."

Matthew 5:4

Stefan O'Steen

November 8, 2006

I am blessed that I had the opportunity to spend time with Charlie just prior to his untimely passing. About a month ago, I was bringing Aunt Alice home from the "swamp". She and I had gone to see the Gators play LSU. After getting her home, she asked me to stay and watch the Tennessee / Georgia game with her and Charlie and I am so glad I did. I sat with Charlie and we watched the game. You know you never know when you will have that last time with someone. I hope he knew or felt that he was loved. Cause I did love my cousin Charlie.Men seldom tell each other how we feel about each other. We let it go unspoken far too much. As I sat with Charlie that final time, Georgia was up at half time I believe 24-7 and I told Charlie that we really needed Georgia to lose. You know he said Tennessee would come back and win? And they did! An unlikely come back but it just shows how much Charlie knew about football.
It was ironic that Charlie died the morning of the Georgia-Florida game. It was his favorite game of the year. I pondered why he died on such a day. I decided that regardless of the irony, I knew on that day that we, the Gator Nation, had someone in heaven looking down on the Gators giving them as much help as he could from above. In the future when the Gators need a first down or a big play, I know I will be looking towards the heavens asking Charlie to help us out. Charlie will be missed. He will remain loved and will always be remembered as a loving son and a cousin whose presence I will miss dearly. My condolences go out to Aunt Alice and Luke as well as Mike and Johnny Ray. I and the entire Harrell family will endeavor to make sure Luke knows he is an important part of this family. Charlie's legacy is Luke and Charlie has every reason to be proud of his legacy.

Melonie Vigus

November 8, 2006

Aunt Alice, Johnny Ray & Sherry, Mike and Angie, and Luke,

We love you and pray you will be comforted during this time. Please remember you have a lot of family that love you dearly and we are always here for you.

Luke - don't forget about us and please visit when you can.

Love

Melonie, Kyle and Marie

Angie Lewitt

November 7, 2006

Dear Aunt Alice, Johnnie Ray, Mike:
Our thoughts and prayers have been, and will remain with you all. We love you.
Angie, Kenny, Emily, and Olivia Lewitt

Frances Winfrey

November 1, 2006

Mrs. Harrell and family,

I was so sorry to hear about Charlie's passing. I hadn't seen him in many years, but he was still one of my school "brothers". You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Frances Griffin Winfrey

Wanda Arnold

October 31, 2006

Dear Alice, J R, Michael and families, how sorry I am to hear of your loss, May G-d pour out his blessings on each of you. Love, from your Cousin and Friend, Wanda

Nita Harrell

October 31, 2006

Dear Alice,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Deepest Sympathy,
Nita Harrell and Family
(Lisa, Jo-Ann and Jason)

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