| Charles, Vernon C. | |
| Birth: | 7-13-1935 |
| Death: | 6-7-2021 |
| Comments: | Vernon Chester Charles in obituary |
| Burial: | DeAnn Cemetery (New) North of Hwy 371 |
| Notes: | Originally recorded in a survey on 11-17-2021 and updated on 3-14-2023. |
| Obituary: | Vernon Chester Charles, of Rockford departed this earthly life June 7, 2021 in his home. He was born July 13, 1935 in Prescott, Arkansas the son of Chester and Cordia Charles. Vernon lived in Rockford over 60 years. He was employed as a logistics supervisor by the United States Postal Service 33 years before retiring. Vernon was a veteran of the United State Air Force. He was a member of Ward Chapel A.M.E. Church in Prescott. Vernon was a member of a the Rockford Travelers Bowling Team, Rockford Sportsman Golf Association and Coast Guard Auxiliary. He graduated from McRae High School in Prescott. Vernon leaves to cherish many memories, his son, Keith Jordan; two daughters, Nicole (John) Hooks and LaShawn Charles; 6 grandchildren, Antranicque, Diamondnicque, Braylen, Brittony, LaQwandra and Chancellor; 8 great grandchildren; a host of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, brother, Harold Charles and sister, Ozie Moore Jones Visitation will be held Tuesday, June 15, 2021from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave. Burial in Deann Cemetery in Prescott. |
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