Charles was born in Fauquier county. Graduated from Loudoun Valley High School. Charles has served in the Army and Virginia Army of National Guard for over 22 years. He was employed by VDOT for 41 years

He was a man of immense humor and always had a positive spirit, cherishing every moment spent with his loved ones. His effortless passion to bring laughter to his family and anyone in his view will forever be missed but remembered".

Charles is preceded in death by his father, Arthur, Sr. and his mother, Louise; his brother, Arthur, Jr. and sister, Dorothy.  He is survived by his brothers Robert, Wallace and Eldridge aka Pee wee; wife, Dorothy; their two daughters Erika and Lucinda; and a hosts of nieces, nephews and cousins. He was the very proud grandfather to Asia and Jaqoun.

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