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| Name: | Bill Wolfenbarger |
| Comments: | I couldn't post on the two year date because I just couldn't do it. There has not been ONE SINGLE DAY that I have not thought of "charlielilly", all one word for everyone who talked of him in the music circles. I "visit" him often in the songs we wrote together and still miss him , Billy, Bettie, and Danny all the time. But when I get down about it, I remember what 2 Corinthians 5:8 says; "We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord." and then I think, man, it don't get no better than that!! I also think about when my time comes and Charlie meets me at Heaven's Gate and says,"It's about time, what took you so long?" I also think God will get us off to the side and tell us,"Listen, we are NOT going to put with you two pulling stuff up here like you did down there!"I KNOW I will see him again and this time, it will be forever!!
It's going to be an awesome thing!! Remember..."Let Go...and Let God....and above all...be Blessed!" Bill |
| Name: | . |
| Comments: |
I can't remember what I had for lunch yesterday, but I can remember two years ago with the clarity of HDTV, but not with the convenience of fast-forwarding through the bad parts. Every other day, when reflecting on the whole senseless turn of events, we tend to talk about everything being part of the "plan." I'm sorry, but today there are no words of wisdom. Today just hurts. |
| Name: | Carol Perdew |
| E-mail address: | springbarrelinfo@aol.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.songpluggers.net |
| Comments: | Karen, Andrew and Aaron,
As we approach the two year mark of Charlie's passing, I tend to look at May 21st as Charlie's "new birthday." He lives on...and Heaven is a sweeter place. Love you all, Miss Carol |
| Name: | ~ Author Unknown |
| Comments: | Remembrance is a golden chain
Death tries to break, but all in vain. To have, to love, and then to part Is the greatest sorrow of one's heart. The years may wipe out many things But some they wipe out never. Like memories of those happy times When we were all together. |
| Name: | Tammy Cunningham |
| E-mail address: | tammyjay@alltel.net |
| Comments: | Hello to all,I was trying to get on your website to see your schedule, but it wasn't working so I started bringing up other sites and ran across this one. I know it has to be special to you all. I am a hugh fan of you guys ever since you came up to the Pennyroyal Opera House. So sorry for your loss,and I hope your all doin ok. Miss seeing you and I hope your still playing. I will be watching for a schedule.
love ya all Tammy from the pennyroyal |
| Name: | Bill C. Malone |
| E-mail address: | bsmalone@wisc.edu |
| Comments: | Hello to the Lilly Family and all of their friends. I accidentally came across this website while browsing through the internet. It brought back fond memories of hearing the Lilly Boys sing some of their father's and uncle's songs at a festival in Utah a few years ago. Their version of the old song, "There'll Come A Time," raised the goosebumps on my arm. It was one of the most sincere and soulful performances I've ever heard. I wish that I had gotten to know Charles better than I did. He was a wonderful singer. Merry Christmas to everyone from an ardent fan of the Lilly Brothers (both old and new).
Bill Malone |
| Name: | Scott Droz |
| E-mail address: | bmwhsd@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | My wife and I are so very blessed to have spent the day, May 21, 2006, in Foley, Alabama, with Charlie, Danny, Bettie, and Billy, our beloved Nashville Family. Miss them so much every day. Know they are in a much better place and some day soon we will all be together again with them. Have something special from that day would like to offer their families, but, don't know how to get it to them. Please would they contact me? Scott Droz, bmwhsd@yahoo.com, Lady Lake, Florida |
| Name: | Gregg "KC" Cozart |
| E-mail address: | nmcop@msn.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://2006ngr.tripod.com |
| Comments: | Charlie was The Best Friend I ever had. I had known Charlie and his family for over 20 years, and played music with him and Everette over the years and can remember when I was first starting out the encouragement he bestowed upon me, I loved him like a brother and his beautiful wife Karen who was always so sweet.
I moved to nashville in 2000 because of Charles, because I missed him so much, I will always remember him for the wonderful person and talented musician he was. I thought more of him than a brother and I will always miss him. It's a great loss and tragedy to me and all the people who knew Charles. I know your up there lookin' at us down here Charles. Heaven has gained a great singer and Bass player and you are sadly missed by us all. With love, Gregg "KC" Cozart |
| Name: | . |
| Comments: | Happy birthday, dear friend. I hope you got cake :) |
| Name: | Judy Deemer |
| E-mail address: | halonlk@comcast.net |
| Comments: | So sorry for your lose. I didnt know Charlie,but i new Danny and Billy. But I just listen to Charlie singing and he was a great singer. A year has passed but I come to this web site alot and just listen to them sing and it is wonderful. They are missed so much. |
| Name: | PAUL DUNKEL |
| E-mail address: | lumbermonkey@comcast.net |
| Homepage URL: | http://alittlecracked.com |
| Comments: | I LOVED YOUR PRANKS AND JOKES. YOU ALWAYS KEPT ME ON MY FEET ,WHEN YOU WHERE AROUND., NEVER KNEW WHAT YOU WAS UPTO. I MISS THE LAUGHS , CRAZY JOKES, AND ALL THE MUSIC,, YOU ARE ONE HECK OF A MUSICIAN FRIEND,, DANNY LOVED YOU, AS WELL . KEEP THE ANGELS DANCIN GUYS , KEEP BILLY, BETTY LAUGHING IN HEAVEN MY GOOD FRIENDS..,KEEP ON WITH THOSE PRANKS,.,,LOVE YA,, MY HEART REALLY MISSES YOU ALL., |
| Name: | Pat Coyne |
| E-mail address: | Patcoyne57@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | While ponderin what profound message i could write here, I thought of what a most WONDERFUL friend I have in Charlie...and IMMEDIATLY i heard him drawl in my ear.."Well ya never had that many friends to begin with!"...and hearing his giggle once again..and i smile, because he really truly very much is with me. Karen, my wish for you.....MANY fantastic sweet dreams. Pat |
| Name: | Pat Coyne |
| E-mail address: | Patcoyne57@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | I was just sittin here thinkin of something very profound to write...and I thought "Well Charlie, I hold you as one of the dearest friends someone could ever have"...and IMMEDIATLY i could hear him drawl in my ear..."well ya never had too many to begin with.." and that giggle. And as i sit here it makes me smile to know that he is still not that far away...many, many happy thoughts and memories. Karen, ..my wish for you...sweet, wonderful dreams. |
| Name: | Cathy Lee |
| E-mail address: | cathylee01@comcast.net |
| Comments: | Charlie was a very special person and is thought of often. Hope the family is adjusting. It takes a long time, I know cause I still am with my loss. Karen and the boys are strong and have alot of friends. Always know you are in my heart and I miss him too! |
| Name: | Bill Wolfenbarger |
| Comments: | Has it been a year, or ten? There is not a single day that goes by that I don't think about Charlie, not one single day. We finally finished the CD project he & I started back in May of '05. It was both good therapy and sorrowful at times, but it is finished. It is amazing how many people he touched in his life. But because I truly believe what I say I believe, I KNOW he is at a better place than I ,and I hope by God's Grace, I get there too one day.
Thank you Debbi Rigdon for keeping this page going and updating it. I know how close you, Clay, and Ali are to the family as well. Yes, it has been a long and painful year, but one day I'll be seeing Charlie, Billy, Bettie, and Danny again when I too start "My First Thousand Years". May the Blessings of God be on everyone. Bill "the Honarary Lilly" |
| Name: | Jeff & Dawn Tomah |
| E-mail address: | allyssa98@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | It has been a long, hard year without Charles. We all miss hearing all the fun that Charles had with his friends and family, especially all his pranking and joking that he is so well known for. To all the Lilly Family, just know that we all think of you often.
To Mom, Dad, Karen, Andrew, Aaron, Ma(Diana), and the rest of Charles' Family, we want you to know that we are here and thinking of you all today, and you will be in our prayers. Love Jeff and Dawn Tomah |
| Name: | Stacy Dunbar |
| E-mail address: | jeanettestacy@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | I grew up around Charles I first remember him playing basketball down at the old elementary school with my dad and plying music with his dad and brothers and later when he started dating and then married my cousin Karen. He was always full of life and enjoyed as much as he could always with a great big smile. He will be missed by many and my thoughts and prayers are with his family. |
| Name: | MATT BAIN & AMY TAYLOR |
| E-mail address: | matt-bain@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | I'VE NOT BEEN MUCH OF A BLUEGRASS FAN UNTIL THE LAST COUPLE OF YEARS(MATT).I STARTED DATING A SWEET LITTLE WEST VIRGINIA GIRL.HER FAMILY IS ALL ABOUT BLUEGRASS MUSIC,PICKIN' AN A GRININ'.SHE HAPPENS TO BE CHARLES' COUSIN.THE FAMILY HAS NOTHING BUT GOOD THINGS TO SAY ABOUT CHARLES.I NEVER GOT TO MEET HIM,BUT I FEEL LIKE I KNOW HIM. |
| Name: | Greg Carter |
| E-mail address: | gcarter@adventureradio.fm |
| Comments: | Truly saddened by the news that Charles has passed. Had the privledge to spend a great amount of time with him and the family when we were college roommates at WV Tech. Loved the music and will cherish the friendship.
Possibly one of the best practical jokers I've ever met. He had an out-of-state roommate from MD convinced it was a law in the State of WV that you had to put your right hand over your heart when John Denver's "Take Me Home Country Roads" played on the radio. Truly one of those people who always left you smiling. My thoughts are with Everett, Mark and the family. If a true friend is better for knowing, then I am, for knowing you. |
| Name: | Melinda |
| E-mail address: | taylor_melinda@jpmorgan.com |
| Comments: | There has never been nor will there ever be a love story like Charlie and Karens. They overcame so many obstacles,,,especially during the EARLY years (when she was so young :-) i have luved karen all my life and grew to love charlie. There was never another man Karen ever truly loved or wanted to be with all of her life. A love that deep and true is rare and I saw it in her eyes and I knew it was in both their hearts. Many years and two fine boys later, the love story remains one I think of and wish one of the players was not gone but he is without a doubt not forgotten. That love story remains in Karens heart and you will see it in Charlies eyes when he is looking down over her and the boys from heaven...I luv ya Buttwheat..come see me, we can get you some Peanut Butter Fudge !!!!! |
| Name: | Bobby |
| E-mail address: | rdude227@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | Just thinking about you Charlie,We all miss you so much.I know the Lord is enjoying your time with Him as we have when you were with us.
see you again Bobby and Lisa |
| Name: | Susan Templet |
| E-mail address: | susantemplet@gmail.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://ecuadormissions.org |
| Comments: | Charlie, what an amazing person you were! One of the kindest, most caring individuals I´ve known. You made me laugh numerous times when you visited at Sam Ash. You are greatly loved and sadly missed! |
| Name: | Lisa Crum (Stanley) |
| E-mail address: | Sweetsonglac@aol.com |
| Comments: | Yes, I still think of you Charlie and miss you like crazy. But as always, memories of you and all the good times we had bring a smile to my face. Karen, I miss you and the boys too. I keep you in my prayers and you will always be my family. Whoever wrote that the link is only temporarly broken is so right and someday soon we'll all be together again. Karen, Andrew, & Aaron, know I'm always here for you. All my love, Lisa |
| Name: | John C Dodds |
| E-mail address: | jcd39@btinternet.com |
| Comments: | I have followed the Lilly Bros careers since buying the Event 45 single from Jimmie Skinner back in the `50`s "Tragic Romance" etc and was very saddened to read of the tragic accident that killed Charlie. Remembering Jiles too and Bea. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all family members from longtime fans over here in the UK ( Durham, England )We love the music please keep on playing in memory of those who gave us so much pleasure over the years. They who have simply gone on before us. May they bring joy in Heaven ! JD. |
| Name: | Butch Cooner |
| E-mail address: | kjvkid1@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | I Am So Sorry To Hear About Charlie. They Played At The Top Rail In Salem Va. We Became Friends I Went To Ga. With Them For Two Weeks. Everett, Charlie, And Mark, Treated Me Like Family. To Hear Everett Talk About His Years Of Playing Charlie Was Special. Great Bass Player. Funny He Enjoyed Life So Much. My Prayer's Are With Your Whole Family. May God Bless Your Whole Family. Charlie May Be Gone But He Is Not Forgotten. Hope To See Ya'll Soon. |
| Name: | Terry & Sabrina Gunther |
| E-mail address: | sabrinagunther@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | KAREN & BOYS TERRY AND I JUST WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW THAT OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU THIS HOLIDAY. IT'S BEEN A FRIENDSHIP THAT WILL ALWAYS BE. YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE THERE OR WITH EACH OTHER EVERY DAY OR EVEN EVERY YEAR.I AM REALLY THANKFUL THAT TERRY GOT THE QUALITY TIME WITH HIS LAST VISIT WITH CHARLIE IN TN. KAREN, SO FAR AWAY BUT YOU ARE IN OUR HEARTS AND MINDS PLEASE COME BY WHEN YOUR IN. WE LOVE YA.
TERRY & SABRINA GUNTHER |
| Name: | Ray Stover |
| E-mail address: | albert.stover@att.net |
| Comments: | Everett.
I'm so sorry to hear about Charles. Living here in Virginia Beach I don't get to hear much news about back home. When I think about Charles I can't explain how it hurts. He will be missed by many. God Bless, Ray Stover and Family. |
| Name: | nathan ward |
| E-mail address: | natewtn@gmail.com |
| Comments: | so nice meeting you ms karen and being able to see the site ...heres to you and charles...and hopin to build a great friendship... |
| Name: | STEVE MCCARTHY |
| E-mail address: | STEVE.MCCARTHY@caruniversecoolsprings.com |
| Comments: | thanks karen |
| Name: | Debbi |
| E-mail address: | debbi@virtualgoldminegraphics.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.virtualgoldminegraphics.com |
| Comments: | It's impossible to realize that six months have passed, it all seems like a big, ugly blur, and the world seems so one-dimensional.
Several times each week, I pore through dozens of photographs and try to get a few posted on the site as time permits. It is my goal to keep these pages alive, and I invite anyone with items they would like to submit for consideration to email them to me. In the meanwhile, please feel free to post some of your wonderful stories, touching memories and heartfelt messages. We were all, and continue to be touched, by Charles Lilly. Love, ~Debbi |
| Name: | Everett Alan Lilly |
| E-mail address: | evrlilly@mountainstate.edu |
| Comments: | I was just thinking about him today. Charles still occasionally performed with us (the Lilly Mountaineers) and that was always special. We all made a trip together to a folk festival in Utah a couple of years ago. On the way to the airport Charles and banjoist, Marc Pruett, stopped by the road so Marc could draw a sketch of an old barn out in a beautiful field. Marc later painted a picture of the scene and gave it to Charles. Charles would also want us to remember our brother, Tennis Lilly, who was also a fine musician and who passed away just a few years ago. They were real close and no doubt they are together again. I miss you both and I remember you every time I play. Everett Alan Lilly |
| Name: | "BIG AL" CARVER |
| E-mail address: | ACARVER@NORTHSTATE.NET |
| Comments: | DEEP REGRETS AND SORROW FROM ANOTHER MUSICIAN AND SINGER FRM BECKLEY, WV. CHARLES WILL BE SADLY MISSED, BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN. THERE'S ANOTHER VOICE IN HEAVEN'S CHOIR.
GOOD-BYE OLD FRIEND. |
| Name: | Joe Hewitt |
| Comments: | I first met Charlie in 1987 at a music store in Beckley WV. I worked in the store and Charlie would visit us and tell jokes. Sometimes he'd play the banjo and I'd say, "Charlie, you're drivin' me crazy with that thang!" Occasionally I'd go listen to him play at local gigs. It's been almost 20 years since I first met him, but I still remember Charlie...and I'll never forget him. |
| Name: | Michael Ward |
| E-mail address: | vm-cg@earthlink.net |
| Comments: | Life goes by so quickly. Charlie and my friendship went back over 17 years during the time I was living in Daniels WV and singing with my various bands, working on albums, doing live TV specials and just having a great time! Through all of this, Charlie was my friend and made me feel a genuine part of the Lilly family. He would visit me at my Guitar Repair shop and we would swap tales of the road and he would usually drop an instrument or amp off for sale or repair. We took a great trip to Kentucky with several of his brothers and along the way, a strange tale of an owl was created (remember guys?). When Charlie and Karen moved to Nashville, I was thrilled that he was getting his chance at the golden ring! Life moved on and I moved away as well and we were out of touch. I became a Minister and Charlie became a true Country Music star! When I saw the headline about the accident on CNN, I was instantly transfered back to our times together! The gigs, the bus trips, the home times. I am so proud to call Charlie my friend and to have been blessed with his presence in my life. Karen, please know that the famly is in my thoughts and prayers each and every day! I am so thankful that I found this site! The world has lost a true gentleman, but Heaven has gained a great musician and human being! God Bless you Charlie! Thanks!
Rev. Michael Ward |
| Name: | kay |
| E-mail address: | schofill@bellsouth.net |
| Comments: | The new pictures really took my breath away. Sometimes, for just a moment i can forget how much this man meant to so many. Then i walk into a room w/his picture (my living room or yours) or look up the website and it all comes flooding back...How greatly he is loved & missed, everyday by so many. |
| Name: | linda darling |
| E-mail address: | ldarling279@zoominternet.net |
| Comments: | i am sibyl walker's daughter linda. I feel so bad for the Lilly family. I wish i had got to know this fine man Charles lilly Jr. God bless you in your time of great sorrow. My prayers are with you all. |
| Name: | ricky perry |
| E-mail address: | romeo_4u17@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | i went to school with charles in jr.high and high and clear fork. the man was truely one in a million. no one could ever replace him with his smile, true friendship,always kept his word, no matter what, i never seen the man not smiling, truely he was a happy man, and to who his wife and family, i'm truely sorry, but i know charles is smiling down on each and everyone of you from heaven above, God truely blessed this man, and for everett and family i love you all. you raised a great son. charles my friend i can't wait to see you in heaven, and you setting around with angels just smiling, love ya rick perry |
| Name: | Angie Ballew Martin |
| E-mail address: | angiemartin@charter.net |
| Comments: | Love and Miss you Charles,
Your Second cousin, Angie in Beckley WV |
| Name: | ella mcginnis |
| Homepage URL: | http://flash tcm.com |
| Comments: | im sorry for the loss of charles he was a happy go lucky person.he was a good person .i know it has been a bad year for everett and the family he has lost two sisters and charles this year.I LOVE YOU ALL. |
| Name: | Deb Bryant |
| E-mail address: | Naturedebb@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | A month later and still thinking about him. He always had a smile and a hug, I'm sure he's playin to the rhymn and reason to it all |
| Name: | Charles W. Lilly |
| E-mail address: | doc1stdiv@yahoo.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://groups.yahoo.com/group/johnsoncountyveterans/ |
| Comments: | I loved Charlies music. I am of the age of Billy Walker and charlies type of country music. I grew up near the "Coal Miners Daughter". Charlie will be missed! I am from the Kentucky brach of the "Lilly Clan" |
| Name: | Tiffany Tomah |
| Comments: | the day i found out the bad newes, was a day i wished i was dreaming.i guess god had another plan for him although its not here with all of us, i'm sure he'll be maken the people laugh where he is now.he was s a loven person with not one bad bone in him. he will be sadly missed.
with love, Tiffany |
| Name: | Joyce Robinson |
| E-mail address: | joycerobinson@peoplepc.com |
| Comments: | Karen,and the boys
charlie was one of my best buddies when I would see you guys at the lilly reunion. I have known you guys for many years. broke my heart when this accident happened.We have lost a good guy who everyone loved, and heaven has gotten another angel.I wa at the reunion this year and didnt seem the same without you guys here.We love you guys and if you need anything let me know. Joyce Robinson,Amanda Pack,Wesley Pack{Ricky Packs kids} |
| Name: | Rebecca Massey Veneri |
| E-mail address: | beckyv@charter.net |
| Comments: | I knew Charles from high school. He was always grinning and usually up to something. He had a great number of friends. I always enjoyed his music at the school. Sometimes he played and sang with family and sometimes with friends but he put a lot of heart into his music. I am so proud that he continued with his music and was so successful with it. I am sad that he has left so many friends and a family. He will be missed by all who knew him. CFHS just had their reunion in Beckley, WV. His name and memories about him were talked about by many. I got the info for this there. I love the music and pictures of him on this site. |
| Name: | Donna Ruble |
| E-mail address: | donntim@charter.net |
| Comments: | I have known Charles and his wife for many years, I just found out about his passing and Iam in shock. Charles sang in my wedding and he passed 12 years to the date. I will miss him and be praying for Karen,Aaron and Andrew. |
| Name: | Anna-Marie Hizer |
| E-mail address: | annamarie.risner@us.army.mil |
| Comments: | I knew Charlie through my dad, Dave Hizer, and Bitter Creek back in Beckley. I wish I would have gone to visit him while living in Tennessee and regret not doing so. He will be missed. I will pay my respects when I return from Iraq.
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| Name: | kevin curry |
| E-mail address: | kevinthewriter@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | if we all strive to be half the person that charlie was, the world would be a better place.
i feel like i've lost a brother. i'll see ya on the other side man. |
| Name: | SCOTT WHEELER |
| E-mail address: | WHEELERANDSONS@COMCAST.NET |
| Comments: | JUST THINKING OF THE FAM. |
| Name: | Kimberly Lively Sears |
| E-mail address: | sailors.mom67@hotmail.com |
| Comments: | Gone but Never Forgotten... |
| Name: | Aly Rigdon |
| Comments: | Happy Birthday Charlie!!! I love and miss you!!! |
| Name: | Jennifer Kincaid |
| E-mail address: | jlkincaid@charter.net |
| Comments: | I didn't know Charlie but I do know his wife and mother-in-law, Lana Stover. She always spoke so highly of her son-in-law and you could tell she was very proud of him. I respect Lana with all my heart and I hope and pray that Karen and all of her family will have peace. |
| Name: | Debbi & Clay |
| E-mail address: | clay@clayrigdon.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.clayrigdon.com |
| Comments: | Happy Birthday, Charlie. We love you :) |
| Name: | Stephen Bates |
| E-mail address: | Sbates64@comcast.net |
| Comments: | Hi all, most of you never heard of me, I'm one of Charlie's race track buddies. I'm from Massachusetts and my wife is Charles' neice. I've met Charles a couple of times on different occasions but being up in Mass., there isn't too many times to get together. The minute I met Charlie, I told my wife I felt like I knew him instantly. We talked on occasian, and we got talking about going to Bristol Motor Speedway and I told him that would be awesome if we could hook up and go. He called me and told me he had tickets and we went. That was in April of 2005. We had an awesome time with Charlie and his best friend Tony and we couldn't wait to do it again in 2006. I almost was not able to come back to Bristol, but I changed other plans because I did not want to miss the time with him. Charlie, Tony, Scott, Kurt, Andrew and I went to the racetrack on March 26th 2006, to find ourselves in the middle of a snowstorm. Again we had another awesome day. I can't say enough about " The Gang ". We will never forget the great times and look forward to seeing you Charlie in the future. I luv ya and will see you again, Steve |
| Name: | TOMMY LILLY |
| E-mail address: | T.E.LILLY@ATT.NET |
| Comments: | SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT CHARLIE,WE WERE 2ND or 3rd COUSINS,JUST NOW SAW THIS ON INTERNET, LAST TIME I SAW EVERETT AT THE CAMPBELL RENUION, ON GREENBRIER RIVER,4H CAMP HE WAS TELLING ME CHARLIE WAS PLAYING WITH JOE DIFFE. TOMMY & LINDA LILLY GREENSBORO NC. |
| Name: | W. Tracy Parnell |
| E-mail address: | wtparnell@adelphia.net |
| Comments: | My wife and I met Billy and Bettie Walker at the 2002 Golden Voice Awards and also attended in 2003 where we saw Charlie peform with the band. We also had the chance to see him that year at the Midnight Jamboree and filling in with Joe Diffie at the Opry. As a musician, I was impressed by Charlie's talent on the bass and with his singing ability. However, anyone who saw him perform would also be impressed by his personality and zest for performing. He will be deeply missed. |
| Name: | Alycia Wheeler |
| E-mail address: | XoxOAlycia@netscape.net |
| Comments: | Hey,
I Knew Charles He Is My Great Uncle... I Never Really Got To spend much time with him. But The time i did spend with him was great! I miss him. but nott as much as my mom does, she knew him better than i did. Always In Our Hearts Charles Lilly <3 Always, Alycia Wheeler |
| Name: | Charles McDermaid |
| E-mail address: | camcdermaid@cogeco.ca |
| Comments: | Hi
I am very sorry to hear of Mr Lilly's passing away and I understand he was a very kind person to all.I think he was taken to early in life but he is in the hands of the lord and I hope he is playing base with everyone in the lord's home. Sorry Charles McDermaid |
| Comments: | Name: james patton
E-mail address: wirenut481@sbcglobal.net Comments: My deepest sympathy goes out to the Lilly and Walker families. We are forever linked in our sorrow and in our hearts. This tragedy has brought together strangers who might otherwise never have known one another. I know my brother was very fortunate to have great friends like Charlie and Mr. & Mrs. Walker. I am grateful that Charlie was there for Danny both musically and as a friend to help Danny realize his life's dream. There must have been some unknowable reason for this tragic accident -- perhaps God needed a great country band. They say God "only picks the prettiest flowers," and He sure got a beautiful and talented bouquet this time. God bless us all. Love, Jamie Patton Tuesday, July 4th 2006 - 07:21:25 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Meagan Morris E-mail address: bpaisleygirl15@aol.com Comments: I am 17 years old and met Charlie when I was about 13. He was always soooooo nice! Everytime I was at the opry when Billy was there. Charlie would always come out to see me and my grandmother "nana". I loved getting too see him and he told me about Karen and their sons and how he wanted me to meet them and I hoped to! He was a great person!!!!!!!!!!! I was completely devasted to hear of his death. I hadn't spoken to him in several months. I had been looking forward to seeing him during fanfair. I will miss him sooooooooo much!!!!!!!!! Monday, July 3rd 2006 - 06:08:10 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: jessica williams E-mail address: jesika_hoodrat@yahoo.com Comments: I just wanted to tell karen, andrew, and aaron, that i love you guys- charles was my 2nd cousin- i am truly sorry- words cant make it better- only express how one feels- he lived a beautiful life- GOD BLESS YOU Monday, July 3rd 2006 - 06:07:14 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Sandra K. (Wms.) Cantley E-mail address: deejaysbabe@hotmail.com Comments: Karen, I never had the pleasure of knowing you, I do know your mother from her working at Clearfork Clinic, she is a very sweet person. I went to school with Charles, he was a great person, always wanting to make someone smile, and always did, you just couldn't help it. My heart goes out to you and your sons, having went through a tragedy myself losing a step-daughter, I can't say I know how you feel, but I do understand. Just keep your memories in your heart, and keep on keeping on. God Bless you and you sons. Sandy Friday, June 30th 2006 - 02:40:14 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Chazity Werner E-mail address: chazzer2006@yahoo.com Comments: I grew up with Charlie, "Queenie", and the boys. There was never a dull moment when you were around their family. Charlie always made sure you were having a good time and Karen was always the sweetest and most loving wife. The boys have grown up to be great, Andrew is just like his Dad. Charlie was a great Dad and friend. Thanks Charlie for always being there and making us all fall in love with you! LOve always, Chazity! ps. you guys always threw the best parties! Friday, June 30th 2006 - 10:13:25 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Theresa Schoolcraft E-mail address: tinklebel5@aol.com Comments: Karen there is no words that can take the hurt and heartache away but we are so sorry about your loss. Charlie was a very talented and special person as well as the rest of his family. Your family is in our prayers Theresa ,Blanch and Ronald Schoolcraft Tuesday, June 27th 2006 - 09:06:19 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: J. D. STOVER E-mail address: GUNHAWK1967@YAHOO.COM Comments: TO; KAREN A. LILLY & FAMILY MY DEAREST KAREN, I CANNOT TELL YOU ANYTHING THAT YOU HAVEN'T HEARD OR READ A HUNDRED MILLION TIMES. ITS' LIKE SAYING YOUR NAME A MILLION TIMES. IT LOSES MEANING. THE ONLY THING THAT WILL PULL YOU FROM THAT BOTTOM -LESS PITT OF ANGUISH YOU ARE FALLING THROUGH, ARE YOUR CHILDREN. THEY WILL DO THINGS THAT WILL FOREVER SHOW YOU PARTS OF HIM. MY LOVE FOREVER, JIMMY Tuesday, June 27th 2006 - 06:50:46 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Don Jarrell E-mail address: don.w.jarrell@us.army.mil Comments: I am truely saddened by the loss of my good friend Charles. I shared many classes with him in High School. We were on the football team and the track team together. He always knew what to say to lift a person's spirits. My deepest sympothy goes out to his family. Sunday, June 25th 2006 - 08:30:05 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Aly Rigdon E-mail address: Dolphinchick625@aol.com Comments: Well Charlie, it's my birthday tomorrow, my sweet 16. My only wish is to talk to you again, so that's what I'm doing now. Charlie, you meant so much to my family, along with a lot of other families. You changed our lives. Without you, my dad wouldn't be the sucessful musician he is. My mom wouldn't have made a bunch of new friends, one of which is your lovely wife. You helped moved my grandmother into our house, and built an apartment for her. You were with me at my first gig, right behind me the whole time I was on stage. You gave me the courage to sing in front of a crowd. And afterwards, you shook my hand, gave me a hug, and told me to keep it up. Well, I have. And you still stand behind me everytime, with your hand on my shoulder, giving me the courage I need. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and what you did for us. Charlie, your legend lives on. You're still with us. I love you Charlie. ~Aly Saturday, June 24th 2006 - 08:42:29 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Robert Rozycki E-mail address: rdude227@yahoo.com Comments: Charlie, I miss your newest funny joke or story when I walked into the shop. When I get where I'm goin I'll see you there. I LOVE YOU DUDE! BOBBY Saturday, June 24th 2006 - 05:23:49 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Jack Nida E-mail address: rjnida@charter.net Comments: Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers go out to the family of Charlie Lilly. I first met Charlie a few years ago at a bluegrass festival in Elizabeth, WV when he arrived from Nashville with a motor home for his father. This was a surprise for Everett and I will not forget the happiness between father and son that evening when the vehicle was presented to Everett by his son. Charlie wanted his father to travel in comfort to future shows that would be performed by Eveett and the Lilly Mountaineers. He was especially happy each year when he was able to join his family on stage at the annual Lilly Reunion for this gala event. On the evening of the day following Charlie's funeral, Everett Lilly and the Lilly Mountaineers performed at the Vandalia Performing Arts Festival in Charleston, WV and a packed theatre heard a father lament the loss of his son to a tear-filled audience. It was a difficult appearance for Everett and his family but we all understood what he meant when he said, "Charlie would have wanted it this way." Somehow it gives a whole new meaning to the words, "the show must go on." Friday, June 23rd 2006 - 09:17:19 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Glen Archer E-mail address: glenarch@hotmail.com Homepage URL: http://www.myspace.com/glenarcher Comments: My prayers and thoughts continue to be with your family. I never got to meet you personally Charlie, but you sang on a couple of my demo's. What a voice! I was hoping I'd meet you someday in Nashville, but it'll have to wait til I get to Heaven. It's not what you take with you, but what you leave behind. For me, I have a little something to always remember you by, whether or not my songwriting dreams ever come true. I am blessed and honored to hear your sweet voice on some of my music. Now Heaven is blessed and honored as you sing every day with the rest of the Angels singing the praises of the Lord. My thoughts and prayers will always be with your family. Glen Archer - Songwriter Fort Madison, Iowa Friday, June 23rd 2006 - 04:51:51 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Chuck Stack E-mail address: RenegadeFAE@aol.com Comments: Charlie, You made me feel like family from the first time we met at your house and from then on. I wish more people in the Nashville area were like you. Lisa always said that you and Karen brought the hospitality of West Virginia to Nashville. I believe that down to my soul. You will be greatly missed my friend, but you will never be forgotten. See you in Heaven ol' buddy. Friday, June 23rd 2006 - 02:11:26 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Jim Randolph E-mail address: ramtrak@comcast.net Homepage URL: http://ramtrak.home.comcast.net Comments: Charlie you were someone very special to all that knew ya, even if they only met you once or twice. Thanks for helping us out, only wish you could be here for the final ride. God bless! From your Ramtrak family in Detroit Jim & the gang Thursday, June 22nd 2006 - 07:56:08 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Ronald D. Taylor E-mail address: rdtaylor53@comcast.net Homepage URL: http://www.ramtrakguitars.com Comments: Charlie, We met the 1st time I was it Nashville, You made me feel like I was home. You'll be MISSED by ALL. Thursday, June 22nd 2006 - 10:53:11 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Chuck Stack E-mail address: RenegadeFAE@aol.com Comments: Charlie, From the first time we met at your house and from then on, you made me feel like family. I just wish more people in the Nashville area were like you. You left a lasting impression on me. It didn't matter what kind of day you were having, you always had that big smile on your face. My wife, Lisa Crum(Stanley)-Stack, always said you and Karen brought the hospitality of West Virginia to Nashville. I believe that all the way to my soul. You will be missed my friend, but you will never be forgotten. Wednesday, June 21st 2006 - 07:28:10 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Jackie Tabor E-mail address: jetab@comcast.net Comments: To Karen & family, may friendship comfort you in the days ahead and may the love behind each word & gesture extended to you help you thru this time. Charlie remains an inspiration to us all, I will especially miss his great sense of humor and his wonderful smile that could light up any room. God Bless You... Wednesday, June 21st 2006 - 01:53:34 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Kenneth&Dorothy Milton E-mail address: Kendotdot@comcast.net Comments: I knew you when you were a little boy.I wish i had known you as a young man.I am a friend of the family from Cambridge Massachusetts. Your sister Diane Tomah and I went through grammer school together,remember her pushing you around in your baby stroler. She said you grew up to be a great guy,not only talented in music but also in life.All our heart felt prayers to the Lilly family. May the LORD GOD bless you all with peace ,and wisdome,and understanding,but most of all the love that our LORD GOD has for us all. PSALM 139 IN HIS GRACE Kenneth&Dorothy Milton Wednesday, June 21st 2006 - 01:26:44 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Dana Newell E-mail address: danan61@yahoo.com Comments: Im so sorry for the lose of a great man, husband, and a father, you we`re also a good friend. You will be trully missed by all. Wednesday, June 21st 2006 - 10:51:21 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Lisa Crum (Stanley) E-mail address: SweetsongLAC@aol.com Comments: Charlie, what can you say. He was a brother I never had. I not only love him, but Karen, you and the boys as well. I think some of the best times I ever had was coming from WV and staying with you all. Between Charlie, Anita and myself, which Charlie called us the "Stereo Stanley's" I will forever cherish all the times we've had together. What keeps us going is to know it's only a temporary separation. I Love You! Lisa Wednesday, June 21st 2006 - 09:45:54 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Timmy and Janet Williams E-mail address: janetwms4@isp.com Comments: We would like to express our deepest sympathy to the entire family. May God Bless Karen and the boys and give them strength and courage to continue on. Tuesday, June 20th 2006 - 08:10:47 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Mary Carroll E-mail address: cnanny101@aol.com Comments: When my husband & I met Charlie several years ago through my son, Clay Rigdon, we met someone who was so down-to-earth and so easy to get acquainted with that you couldn't help but love him. He had a great sense of humor and showed it at the very beginning. He treated us like he had known us all his life. We didn't feel like strangers around him at all. Some months after we met him, we went to see him with Billy & Bettie Walker & Danny Patton at the Orange Blossom Opry in Weirsdale, Florida, which is about 80 miles from where we live. We spent a lot of time with them back stage after the show. We told Charlie that since he and Clay were such good friends, and since Clay didn't have a brother, that we were "adopting" him as our son. He said he could deal with that and gave us both a big hug. We truly loved Charlie and will surely miss him. May God bless Karen & the boys and give them the strength and courage they need to sustain them through these hard times. Joe & Mary Carroll, Fruitland, Florida Tuesday, June 20th 2006 - 03:00:05 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Tommy Curtis E-mail address: goldenperudragon@aol.com Comments: Miss you Charile! You were one of the most kind hearted people I met in life. I only got to be around you for a couple of years, but the memories I will carry forever. You and your wife helped me out years ago and opened your home to me for a short time and helped me out in a time of need, not many people would do that, and I will never forget. Charile you made me smile and laugh. I enjoyed working with you at the boat shop back when you first came to Tennessee. I'll never forget going with you to Beckley WV and going snow skiing and meeting your family. I remember your father and him playing a song for me that my grandfather use to play. I remember giving you the only pet I had since a child my Shar Pei dog Chopstick I had in college. I knew your family would take care an enjoy him. I couldnt think of a more loving place and family to have given him to. I never owned a dog since, and was happy to share him with you and hope he brought my laughs to you and your family. He was only gift I really had to give at that time. You had a special gift to bring a smile and make people lives better, not many people have that gift, but I will always carry the memory of you and your family with me. The people we meet in life help shape who we are and touch our lives. Im happy I had the chance to know you and brightness your brought to mine. Saturday, June 17th 2006 - 09:35:20 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Merle Williams E-mail address: amerlew@yahoo.com Comments: I was at the last show in Foley, Al and met Charles for the frist time . I told him I liked his singing and I was coming to Nashville in a week and would look him up to hear him sing if he was in Town . My husband made my picture with him and I think it was the last picture took of Charles . Charles was a real nice young man with a sweet smile . a new fan Merle Williams Friday, June 16th 2006 - 04:15:31 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: nonearl and jessie stover E-mail address: love_kitchen_food@yahoo.com Comments: we're are very sorry. we miss him dearly and loved him. if you ever need anything please write or call at 253-3516 Friday, June 16th 2006 - 08:57:53 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Lynn Beckman E-mail address: lbeckman@lynnbeckman.com Homepage URL: http://www.lynnbeckman.com Comments: It is so difficult to say goodbye to Charlie. Likes others have said, he was like a brother to me...and we met through music as I made various appearances with Billy Walker and the Band. I have put some "remembrance photos" on my website--- www.lynnbeckman.com --and a lot of fond memories are behind those pictures and many, many more in my mind. I loved Charlie's sense of humor and, of course, his professional talent and dedication to a song. He sang harmony with me when I appeared on the Midnite Jamboree with Billy at the ET Record Shop. It was unrehearsed...but it sounded rehearsed. Charlies delivered musically, and he loved his craft. On behalf of myself and my wife, Mary, we extend our heartfelt sympathy and prayers to Charlie's family and his many friends and fans. Our shock and saddness remain... and our love is extended.. May God Bless... Lynn Beckman (and Mary) Thursday, June 15th 2006 - 05:56:05 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Dick McVey E-mail address: dickmcvey@comcast.net Homepage URL: http://dickmcvey.com Comments: Unfortunately I was on the road playing when all this happened and while I had such a longing to be at the funeral, I could just hear Charlie saying "Man don't you give up a paying gig". It's just the way he was, never thinking of himself. I had a lot in common with Charlie - we were both from the Beckley WV area and we were both bass players so we never got to work together in a band. I saw him at Lowe's in Beckley one Christmas and we laughed because we lived only a few miles from each other in Hendersonville, TN but we both stayed so busy it seemed like I ran into him more on the road and in Beckley than I did in Nashville. The last time we spoke was about a month before his death when we were both eating at Demos restaurant in Hendersonville. Like many meetings before we both vowed to call each other and get together and I regret not taking the opportunities I had to spend more time around him. It was always a pleasant encounter when we did run into each other and I will miss those times. There are no words to describe the great person he was and I will always remember the fun times we had hanging out together backstage at the Opry. He always joked with me about getting all the good gigs but he was the one who always had the good ones. He had the talent, personality and looks to be an artist himself but he never seemed to want to be the one in the spotlight. Like most of us he loved to play and rarely turned down the opportunity to do so, but in the past few years he was becoming a successful businessman with his construction business. His honesty and character would have made him successful in anything he wanted to do. I just want to say to Karen and the boys that my grief is great and I cannot imagine what you must be dealing with. As I'm sure is true with all of Charlie's friends, please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. And to you Charlie, here's hoping we get to spend some time together on the other side. Wednesday, June 14th 2006 - 10:56:38 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Evelyn Hoff E-mail address: EveHoff@adelphia.net Comments: Karen & Family, I was so shocked to hear about this tragic eevent. I didn't know Charlie as well as i did Billy & Bettie, as I knew Billy almost 50 years. But I did talk to him on many occasions when i seen Billys' shows.He always had a smile and was so glad to see everyone. My sincere sympathy goes to all the family, friends.and all who knew him only slightly, as i did. We all will see him again someday, God Bless, Evelyn Tuesday, June 13th 2006 - 09:16:04 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Tim & Dorothy Farley E-mail address: bradyfarley@cs.com Comments: To Karen and the boys: I wish you all the best. We keep you in our hearts & prayers. Charles was a very good man, he did make you laugh. It was impossible not to smile in his presence. His time here was spent touching many peoples lives through his talent, humor and his love. Heaven is a brighter place with his smile. Monday, June 12th 2006 - 07:12:56 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Ofelia Garcia E-mail address: roh28@aol.com Comments: My deepest sympathies. What a great time they must be having in heaven with these great people there...God Bless them... ofelia garcia san antonio, texas Sunday, June 11th 2006 - 12:57:32 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Sharon Workman Hiffman E-mail address: sharonk36@charter.net Comments: I am both sad and heartend at the same time...I am sad for the family and friends that are left behind to grieve the loss of such a wonderful man. (I say man, but I do remember Charles more as a young boy roaming the Clear Creek area). I remember Charles during the times I subbed in his classroom at Clear Fork...he was a total ham, and entertainer even when he was being himself. My thoughts go back to the last time we talked...I had moved to Virginia (across the Potomac from Maryland) Charles was coming to the Baltimore Arena to play in the Joe Diffie show, and he got me 4 tickets, front row...the show was excellent, and Charles took us backstage and we talked and remembered the old times and friends at Clear Creek---then Charles took us over to meet Joe Diffie...I enjoyed meeting Joe, but the star of our night was our friend, Charles. When we said goodbye that night, I never dreamed that the next time we would have the privilege to meet would be in 0ur afterlife, HEAVEN. Charles is certainly more blessed than we, but it is sad to think that we won't be able to sit and talk to him face to face down here. I would like to think that Charles is with his heavenly FATHER waiting for his friends and family. Good night down here...Good Moring in the tomorrow... Sharon Workman Huffman sharonk36@charter.net 712 Overlook Drive Beckley, WV. 25801 Saturday, June 10th 2006 - 08:36:20 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Eugene Williams E-mail address: rwilliams0057@charter.net Comments: I graduated high school with Charles and he was a great friend. He was a person to always make you laugh. My thoughts go out to the family and the lives he touched. Thursday, June 8th 2006 - 06:45:28 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Steve Cummings E-mail address: srcummings@comcast.net Comments: Charley and I met through music, and he and I found our mutual love of the mighty 4/4 shuffle. I don't think it ever felt any better to me than when he was playing. He was a true gentleman, but he was also one of the best practical jokers you would ever come across. As Johnny Russell would say, "This is Charley Lilly, the flower of the flock". I never, ever remember not laughing and having the best time whenever Charley was around. He touched so many, so I feel honored that I was blessed with the time that the Lord gave me with my friend Charley Lilly. It was too little a time, but we have to take the moments we get and cherish them, and I will always do that. I pray that God will put his loving and healing arms around Karen and the boys, so that they may some day find some peace in their loss. Charley, I hope we get to play a shuffle together again someday. Thursday, June 8th 2006 - 10:58:52 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Pamela Fraley E-mail address: debrn@citynet.net Comments: I remember Charles in high school. He was always friendly, joking, and smiling. His father was my bus driver and when I became a teacher his father took my class on field trips and his brothers played for my class at our Western Day. His mother was our school cook. They are a great family and one of the nicest in the valley. Charles will be sadly missed by all. I deeply regret that he had to die at such an early age. Please accept my deepest sympathy. You all have to have such fond and fun memories to cherish of a husband, father, brother, and son. Wednesday, June 7th 2006 - 11:58:35 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Samantha, Linda and Floyd Griffin E-mail address: fmgriffin@drs.state.ok.us Comments: Charlie's family: Charlie became a really good friend in a short time period. He produced Samantha's first CD and treated us like family. We will never forget Charlie and the close friendship we had. Charlie, we miss you and I know you people everywhere will miss you. We love you Floyd Griffin Wednesday, June 7th 2006 - 09:58:05 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Blaine Meador E-mail address: zztop24s@charter.net Comments: Charles you was a very special Cousin and friend to me and all of our family, I loved you and will miss you so much The world has suffered a Great loss Will never forget you Blaine. Tuesday, June 6th 2006 - 05:19:00 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: DIANA DILLON MCCLURE Comments: CHARLIE, YOU DONE THINGS ONLY SOME OF US DREAM OF. YOU WERE AN EXTRAORDINARY TALENT HERE ON THIS EARTH AND NOW YOU YOU ARE AN EVEN GREATER TALENT IN GOD'S ANGEL BAND. MY SINCERE SYMPATHIES TO KAREN AND THE BOYS, EVERETT & JOANN AND ALL YOUR FAMILY. YOUR LIFE WAS A TESTIMONY IN ITSELF & TRULY SHOWED THE KIND OF MAN YOU GREW TO BE. WE ALL BE MISS YOU TERRIBLY, BUT I WON'T SAY GOOD-BYE, JUST SEE YOU LATER. ALL MY LOVE AND SYMPATHIES, DIANA DILLON MCCLURE Tuesday, June 6th 2006 - 02:10:40 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Bill Wolfenbarger Comments: I simply don't have the room I need to say all I need to say. I can see it appears that Charlie had many people who thought of him as a brother. I am in those ranks as well. He and I often had deep spiritual talks and told each other how we felt. To say I will miss him is an understatement. But I do know with all my heart the Charlie is with the Lord in Paradise. I can only hope I will be able to touch half the people that this man did. His family meant everything to him and came before his career or anything else. Charlie will live on in the two fine young men he taught and raised, his sons. I consider it a blessing from God that I had the opportunity to know and work with Charlie and miss him every single day. Bill Tuesday, June 6th 2006 - 07:41:06 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Terri Swanigan Thompson E-mail address: wvtat56@verizon.net Comments: This whole tragedy seems like a nightmare to me. I watched Charles and Karen practically grow up together. They shared a LOVE that many people only dream of experiencing once in a lifetime. They made each other complete. Charles was always playing practical jokes on people, but that made him the person that he was. The last time i saw him, he gave me a big hug and I promised to visit him and karen and the boys in September when Glen returns to Vanderbilt for a doctors appointment .But now,....................September will not come for Charles. So now, we all have to pull together and lend support to his family. Karen is, and always will be, special to me. She was 4 or 5 when I married into her family and she always seemed like "my little girl." Charles left 2 young men who have stood up to the plate and been the men that their mother needed and I am very proud of them also. Charles, you have earned your crown and heaven has gained a remarkable angel. I LOve You and Miss You, Terri CFHS 1974 Friday, June 2nd 2006 - 09:59:14 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: emma shrewsbury (dunbar) E-mail address: emmadunbar37@hotmail.com Comments: charles was a great person to know ,,he will be sadly missed , i grow up next door to him , love and prayers go out to karen and goann and everett love you all emma shrewsbury (dunbar) Friday, June 2nd 2006 - 07:10:40 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Terri Lee Runion Evick E-mail address: terrilee@kvinet.com Comments: As a classmate and friend, there is no where to begin with the memories. From riding with Charles and Everette on the bus to football and basketball games. To making him and Mark sing to me on the way home from school on the bus. To the armory for our big "battle of the bands" with the high school band. I could go on and on. I am so thankful that I got to see Charles when he came to Harrisonburg VA with Joe Diffie. We had such a great few hours rehashing old times. All though we hadn't see each other for years it was like it was only yesterday. That's the way Charles was, once a friend always a friend. He has touched so many lives and will truly be missed. Friday, June 2nd 2006 - 04:47:21 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Kathleen Denese Fraley Dillon E-mail address: tkadillon@wowway.com Comments: Charlie, you will be missed Greatly!!!! Your smile and sense of humor will live in our hearts forever. I am very glad that we reconnected in Cleveland when you toured with Joe Diffie. We will always be here for Karen and the boys. You are one true friend, and I'm thankful that I was blessed by your friendship. We love you like a brother, and miss you sooo much. To a well talented musician, singer, and songwriter. Your Friends, Denese and Tim Dillon Friday, June 2nd 2006 - 02:38:55 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Eddie Toney E-mail address: etoney 5726@charter.net Comments: Charles, I truly loved you like a brother, and you were a great friend. A wonderful entertainer, and so much more. I can close my eyes and still see you pulling up in that big bus when we were on the golf course, and you came off of the bus carrying your golf clubs and said let's play boy's. And the time the guy accidentally threw his club in the pond, and you said look out I'll get it, and you stripped off your clothes and shoes and jumped in the pond and dove down and got his club, and you came up and said I got it. And you got caught because you wasn't suppose to be in the pond. You were a barrell of laugh's and I will miss you greatly. You were a special wonderful person, and your memory will live on in my heart and soul forever. Your Friend Always, Eddie Toney Friday, June 2nd 2006 - 12:53:16 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Chuck Carr E-mail address: coachcarr3@yahoo.com Comments: As a classmate and childhood friend from Clear Fork, Charles will be saddly missed. I have found memories of him and the friendship that we shared as kids. It's been many of years since I last seen him, but the memories will last forever. The true sad part of his death is that there were still many people that lives will never be touch by this man. My heart goes out to his "Dad" who use to drive me to and from school everyday and the rest of his family. Friday, June 2nd 2006 - 12:24:06 PM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Jamie Stover E-mail address: kdawg3334@bvunet.net Comments: Words can never express how precious and wonderful you truly are. An excellent father, husband, FRIEND, musician, entertainer, ...the list never stops! You are a one-of-a-kind! God bless. Friday, June 2nd 2006 - 11:32:27 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Ruby Stover E-mail address: ruby@steinerfamily.net Comments: You will be missed Charlie. But will live on in your children. Friday, June 2nd 2006 - 10:53:08 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Larry Workman E-mail address: lwork@ntelos.net Comments: Charlie will be missed by so many. I only had a couple of occasions to meet Charlie. He was such a nice guy. Larry Workman Friday, June 2nd 2006 - 10:19:53 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name: Mark Chaney E-mail address: mac@mcproductions3.com Homepage URL: http://mcproductions3.com Comments: Charlie, you were a ONE OF A KIND! You will NEVER be forgotten, and always LOVED! You were like a brother to me, and I am so lucky to have had such a wonderful friend like you in my life. Your brother & friend, Mark Thursday, June 1st 2006 - 10:41:38 AM -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |