So sorry to "hear" of Charlie's passing. He was a great guy and always brought cherished memories to my heart and soul.

We kind of started out raising two sons together; spending a lot of time at the ol' ball park (City Park to start with) then on up the sports ladder. Even coaching together sometimes. He was a great mentor and teammate. Full of wisdom and experiences. Never too brash or overbearing. A good listener and a good conversationalist. I always enjoyed seeing Charlie and talking about the events of the day --but we always seemed to end up talking about our boys or sports or topics like that. It was always a pleasure to see him even after we moved apart and went our separate ways. A true friend who I will miss dearly. Jim White Sr.

Dear Aunt Marge, Chris, Connie, Jimmy and Jeff

I am sorry to hear of uncle Charlie’s passing. I am going to say a prayer for him tonight and he will always be in our thoughts.

The last time I had seen your husband / father was at my sister’s Rosemary’s wedding many years ago. He had driven all the way

from Iowa to attend, and we had had a good time catching up on the past.

Steven, Setareh, Albert and Sean Grass

Marge and family,

Our sincerest condolences to all of your family.

We were so lucky to have your family as good neighbors when we lived on Tracy Lane. Following our move to a new home, I never imagined that our paths would cross again. But, Ralph had the pleasure to work with Charlie at Lewis Systems. We enjoyed visiting with you at Lewis Systems gatherings. Charlie always had a smile on his face and good things to share. He was a great family man and friend.

Jeff I remember you talking about your parents when we worked on 7W. I remember thinking what a lucky set of parents. Love sympathy and blessings. Susan linnell

Jim and Family,

Thinking of you and your family and the loss of your dad! May you find peace from the Lord!!

I attended the First United Methodist Church with Charles, and we sat together every Sunday. We had several interesting conversations, Charles was a real gentlemen and very interesting to interact with. My condolences goes out to his extended family.

Gary Kellogg

Charlie was indeed very special. I was very happy to have worked with Charlie at the VAMC in Iowa City. I have many lovely memories of Charlie, in particular one when he attended my baby shower. And his gift was a soft, fuzzy, white goat with a musical box that had very special meaning as I had goats on my farm. I missed Charlie when he retired. He was a very good teacher and example of how to relate to people and our veterans. May you Rest In Peace Charlie. My thoughts and prayers to his family.

Charlie was one of those "special" people. He engaged with you and cared about your opinion. He was a team player. He found pleasure in simple things in life. He was an inspiration for the merits of walking. I worked with Charlie on the Psych unit at the VA, with him in our roles with AFGE, on EEO issues, and the Rec League Mixed softball teams. It was always a pleasure to be around him.

Mrs. Wilhite and family, I am sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Charlie at the VA, then later talking with Charlie and your family at Midtown Restaurant. May he Rest In Peace.