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Charles Aldridge Obituary
Charles M. Aldridge, Sr.
August 20, 1938-January 15, 2023
Charles M. Aldridge, Sr., a beloved soul departed this natural realm on Sunday, January 15, 2023. The son of James Aldridge and Susie Jones Aldridge, he was born on August 20, 1938. He lived a full and fruitful life, touching the lives of everyone he met. He was a loving and giving man and adored by his family. He often spoke of how he met and married his high school sweetheart, Ethel Williams at Booker T. Washington high school in Memphis, TN. Together they celebrated 59 years of marriage prior to her passing. He enjoyed his family and his hobbies, i.e. motorcycling in his younger years and of course - trap shooting, which later became a hobby that he enjoyed immensely. He will be missed by so many people who knew and loved him. He was employed at Chamberlain Manufacturing in Waterloo, IA. His family was important to him and he instilled the value of an education in his children. He made it his business to attend every graduation of all of children and grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, Ethel M. Aldridge; 4 brothers, Nathaniel Aldridge, Gary Indiana; James Aldridge, Jr., Memphis, TN; John Aldridge, Memphis, TN; Leon Aldridge, Memphis, TN. He is survived by his children: Angelia (Edmond) Jones, Hampton, VA; Charles (Barbara) Aldridge, Jr., Dallas, TX and Heath (Angela) Aldridge of Yorktown, VA; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; as well as a very large host of loving family & friends.
Celebration of Life Service will be held at Waterloo Worship Center, 1728 Jefferson Avenue, Waterloo, IA. Sanders Funeral Service is assisting the family.
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Denny and Lori Klocke
December 13, 2023
Still look for him every time we go to the gun clubs. May God give you peace and comfort knowing he is with the Lord. Denny and Lori Klocke
Jim & Paula Cole
December 12, 2023
Holiday wishes to all of Charlie's family. We still miss him so much.
Edward C. Smith
January 28, 2023
My deepest prayers and condolences go out to the family.
Stacie Uhde
January 27, 2023
Going to miss the conversations I had with Charles. I work at Mediacom and he would talk to me about the Saint Louis Cardinals, pretty much everytime he came in to pay his bill. He was a great guy. Going to miss seeing him each month.
Jim Kurtenbach
January 27, 2023
I will always remember the coaching with kindness that Charlie showed everyone at the trap club. He will be greatly missed. Our sympathies to his family.
Jim & Paula Cole
January 27, 2023
Our sympathy to all of Charlie's family. He was such a special friend. Hope that he knew how much we loved him.
Mike and Ann Riley
January 26, 2023
Charlie always had a special place in our hearts. Great sense of humor and very kind. Loved shooting with him. We will miss you.
Doug Cue
January 26, 2023
I had the pleasure of working with Charlie at
Chamberlain Mfg. when i was fresh out of school back in 1976, What a great great man! even though i had not had the pleasure to see him in years, i always had very fond memories. RIP Charlie!!
Mark z
January 26, 2023
Charlie will be missed at the gun club. His sense of humor and positive out look on life was contagious. God speed. Your shooing buddy´s
Patrick McCready Family
January 26, 2023
Remembering Charlie as the kind man he was. Always a smile every time our paths crossed. Charlie an iconic character at the CFGC always had time to help my son with his trap shooting and to just be there to encourage him and others alike. A decent man!
Russ Heiple
January 26, 2023
My condolences to Charlie's family. I met him through Webers Cycle Center and enjoyed both riding with him on occasions and his visits to the shop. Wonderful man !
Cynthia Smith-Balark
January 26, 2023
My condolences to the family of Mr. Charles Aldridge. May God comfort you during this time of bereavement.
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