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CHARLES W. HIGDON

FUNERAL HOME

Jefferson Funeral Chapel - Alexandria

5755 Castlewellan Dr.

Alexandria, Virginia

CHARLES HIGDON Obituary

MCPO CHARLES WILLIAM HIGDON, USN (Ret) "Chuck"
MCPO Charles "Chuck" William Higdon USN (Ret), passed on Saturday February 7, 2015. Survived by his loving wife, Faye; children, Carla Okouchi (Cory), Damien Higdon (Annie), Danica King (Eric), and Nalani Staats (Sean); and 10 grandchildren Taylor, Caden, Madeline, Riley, Kiran, Kaleo, Nashira, Kiana, Naomi and Zorion. Visitation, 3 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, February 13 at Jefferson Funeral Chapel, 5755 Castlewellan Drive, Alexandria, VA 22315, 703-971-7400. Service 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 14 at Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church, 2001 Sherwood Hall Lane, Alexandria, VA 22306, 703-765-6118. Interment at Arlington Cemetery with full honors at later date.

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Published by The Washington Post on Feb. 12, 2015.

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Sidney Allwein (USN Ret)

November 11, 2024

Just watched M*A*S*H Goodbye, Farewell, Amen. I remember being stationed in Iceland and wrote and asked Chuck to Record it for me. So sorry to see his Obit. Would love to catch up Faye?

Katherine A. Wood

February 8, 2024

Who could forget Chuck? He was such an important part of our church. He was someone to emulate, caring, hard working, a family man, and a great friend.

Nalani Staats

February 7, 2024

Think of you everyday.

Buck

February 6, 2024

He crosses my mind frequently. The world is reduced without him.

Nalani Staats

February 7, 2021

Thinking of you always.

Rick Ellis

February 6, 2021

Best friend, mentor and Brother Mason...other than my father, no man ever had a greater impact on my life. Good Lord willing, we'll see each other again, my friend!

Lynette Miller

April 11, 2018

Looks like I'm a bit late, but the Master Chief has never been out of my thoughts since about 1982. I was an E-4 and I credit my success in the Navy to his mentorship.

Rick Ellis

October 2, 2017

Miss you every day, my friend!

Buddy Doll

September 28, 2017

Faye & Family,

I am embarrassed to say that I only found out about Charlie's death when I was trying to find a # to tell him my Mom passed on Sept 10th, 2017. My concolences for your loss.

Barbara Lyons

June 9, 2016

I was just talking about Master Chief Higdon. I was explaining to someone how he saved me from myself in 1983 when I was an E-5 in the Navy. Because of what he did back then, I had a successful career and retired a Master Chief Yeoman. He was a great man. God Bless the family.

Rick Ellis

December 24, 2015

Beautiful, moving ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery yesterday. A fine and fitting send off for my friend and brother, Chuck. Fair winds and following seas, my brother. Until we meet again, in that house not made with hands, you'll forever be in my thoughts and in my heart.

Yokkie Saul

December 23, 2015

Only knew you for a few short years, but your warm hugs and calm voice have never faded. Thank you for that, and my condolences to your wonderful family.

Rachel Romano

December 23, 2015

Your family is in our prayers

Jennifer Fatzinger

December 22, 2015

My condolences to the family. Sorry for your loss.

Rebecca Boldrick

December 22, 2015

So sorry for your loss.

December 22, 2015

Tomorrow, Tuesday December 23rd, we lay Dad to rest at Arlington National Cemetary. For those able to attend, please plan on arriving by 8:30am. Upon arrival, pass the barrier facing the women's memorial and proceed to the security guards, notify them you are there for a service for Master Chief Charles Higdon. Park at the Administration Building which is the starting location. The service will begin at 9am, regardless of weather.

After the service please join our family at 11am for lunch at Murphys Pub in Old Town.

We understand many are unable to attend due to the holidays. Please just keep Dad and our family in your thoughts and remember something about him that makes you smile. With love and Aloha...

October 14, 2015

A Celebration of Life for Charles will be held on Saturday, 17 October 2015, at Cisco School, Cisco, Georgia. The annual School Reunion begins at 10:30am. Potluck lunch follows.

L. Frank Higdon

August 13, 2015

God bless you Cousin and you will be missed. You have been my life long friend and grade school classmate since we were just boys on the play ground at the Old Cisco School and we spent many child hood years together. You were also one of the finest people that I have been blessed to have as a life long friend.

Faye Higdon

August 11, 2015

Remember my best bud, love of my life and soulmate...
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 22, 2015 at 10:30 AM at Mililani Presbyterian Church, 95-410 Kuahelani Avenue, Mililani, Hawaii 96789. 1 (808) 623-6663 casual attire

Nalani Staats

March 3, 2015

Thinking of you today.

Nalani Staats

February 19, 2015

Missing you today.

Tom & Deb Thorpe

February 15, 2015

Faye, Carla and Damien; Deb and I wanted to attend the memorial services yesterday very much. The weather in Pennsylvania's mountains made travel a large potential risk. We will be there for the internment at Arlington. Chuck was a friend of mine in our years together on ADAK and a very large influence in my life. Chuck helped me understand that personal strength was about calm understanding and holding a balanced perspective. I will always remember him.

Adele Murakami

February 14, 2015

I didn't know Chuck very well, but from visits to O'ahu and from a distance, I observed a man who loved and served God, a humble and gentle man who loved and cared well for his wife and his family. Fay, you did well in choosing him! I will greatly miss him and pray for God's loving arms to comfort you and the family. What a life to celebrate ... I can hear Jesus welcoming him saying "Well done, good and faithful servant!" Your in my prayers. Love you and big HUG! Adele

Jay Murakami

February 14, 2015

We are thinking of you and your family. Our hearts go out to you and your family for your lost.

Buck Reese

February 13, 2015

Our world is diminished without you. My time and contact shared with you will bring a smile for the rest of my time.

Rick Ellis

February 12, 2015

My mentor, friend and brother. You will be sorely missed by those who had the privilege to know you. Until we meet again, in that "house not made with hands..."

Nalani Staats

February 12, 2015

You will always be my best buddy...love you always & as Maddie would say...you are burning bright in the sky so we all may see in the light. Till we meet again.

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