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Charles Tillman Obituary

RED LION Charles T. Tillman, Sr., 63, was called into the presence of God on November 8, 2013 from his home, with family by his side. He was the husband of Carol (Eveler) Tillman, they shared thirty-two years of marriage. Born on June 15, 1950, in Baltimore, Md., he was the son of the late Marian (Higgs) Jestes and Edward Tillman, Sr. He was a truck driver for Warners Moving and Storage. Charlie was a loving family man, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed playing bluegrass music. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife; children, Jandy Felix (Jerry), Lioyd Tillman (Courtney), Crystal Tillman, Richard Tillman, and Buddy Craig; 10 grandchildren; siblings, Edward Tillman, Jr., Sara Shock, Lorna Bushey (Warren), Jo Ellen Parrish; sister-in-law, Teresa Tillman; in-laws, Daisy and Lloyd Witmer, Jr.; and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a brother, Johnny Tillman. The viewing will be on Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Gladfelter Funeral Home, Inc., 822 E. Market St., York, Pa., 17403. The service will begin at 7 p.m., with Pastor Steven Schmuck officiating. Interment will be private. Contributions may be sent in care of the funeral home to help defray funeral costs.

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Published by York Daily Record on Nov. 11, 2013.

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November 13, 2013

Carol and family,
We are sadden by your lost. He is now up there looking down on you's. May god bless your family. If you need anything please feel free to call.

Eric, Terisa, Jenny, Jordon Johnson

Cindy Deppen

November 12, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss, Carol and family. Sending hugs and prayers to all of you. God bless. Your cousin, Cindy Lou Deppen

Don Warner

November 12, 2013

Charlie was a good friend and co worker for many years. I can remember all the talks we used to have about music and how he would light up when he played. He was always a positive force and natural leader. He will be missed so much!! I'm sure he and my dad are catching up on all the news right now! God bless the family!!

Jack and Kathe Conley

November 12, 2013

Carol and family. For years everywhere we went to play music Charlie was there. He was always friendly and always willing to play music. We had many good times and we will never forget how excited he would be to sing a song and play his guitar. Everyone will miss him and his love of music. God bless you and your family with his loss. Love you all. Kathe and Jack

Dot Adams

November 11, 2013

Dear Family of Charlie Tillman. What a wonderful guy he was . Will always remember his smile. Saw him at Fiddlers,when he asked Wayne to play his guitar.He asked me where my mandolin was. He brought so much joy to others. My sympathies to all of you. Didn't know that he worked for Warners. That was not an easy job.

Kate Fanning-Black

November 11, 2013

My deepest sympathis to Carol and Family. Charlie was a fantastic friend and such a loving family man. His enthusiasm for Bluegrass always made it a joy to play with him, and his generous spirit encouraged so many to find thier own voice. We will miss him always.

November 11, 2013

carol and family So sorry for your loss,iknow how it feels my mother just passed away 1 month ago!!! take care my thoughts are with you:):) I would like to make the viewing/service but I will b at work!!!!

Tamra & Steve Miller

November 11, 2013

We all love and miss you and even though were saddened by losing you we know you are now pain free and we'll see you again one day.Also like to send love and tight hugs to all the family.

The Staff of Gladfelter Funeral Home

November 11, 2013

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