Charlie J. Younger was born on June 19,1936 in Chatham, Virginia. He was the son of Elizabeth Younger and Grandson of Emma Younger. Charlie transitioned into his eternal rest on November 9, 2020.
At an early age Charlie accepted Jesus Christ as his savior and was a member of Triumph Baptist church, Chatham, VA. Charlie later rededicated his life and was baptized as a member of First Baptist Church of Glenarden, MD.
Charlie received his formal education from the Public Schools of Chatham, Pittsylvania County. Charlie had several jobs but grew a passion for construction at the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (METRO). Charlie helped produce the tunnels of the Red line Metro that we use today. Charlie later retired from METRO in May 1999.
At a young age, Charlie enjoyed spending time with his brother, sisters and cousins. His mother Elizabeth and Sisters Catherine, Sina, and Alice and Brother Benjamin all kept their children close and they grew up as one big happy family. The kid’s friendship grew as they became adults and Charlie’s cousins were his greatest friends. Charlie loved to play baseball with his cousins at Smitty’s.
Charlie had a lovely daughter name Deborah Ann Kates and she loved her father dearly. Later in Life Charlie met Mamie Waller in Chatham, VA and they wanted a better life for themselves and decided to move to Atlantic City in 1957. Charlie and Mamie married and that union produced beautiful children. Charlene, Desiree, Steve and Andre’. Mamie and Charlie relocated to Washington DC in 1965 with their children and later to Landover, Md.
Charlie was the life of the party, he enjoyed good music, and would do his famous two step to every song. He enjoyed playing cards, fishing, and pitching horseshoes. He adored going back home to visit his cousins and Sister Edith in Atlantic City, NJ. Charlie and Edith had an affectionate bond and talked daily. He was a diehard Dallas Cowboys fan, who loved to watch wrestling and also attended live wrestling WWE events.
Charlie was always compassionate and kind hearted to everyone he met. He was a vibrant soul and full of life; He found good in everyone he met. Charlie was known for his raspy voice and quick witty humor. He was always sharply dressed complimented with a hat to match. He was a bad mamma jamma.
Charlie was affectionately known as Mr. CY in his community that loved him dearly. He took daily walks around the neighborhood with his neighbors to get exercise. His daily routine was going to the grocery store, talking to the clerks, and playing his numbers. He did everything possible to ensure that his family had a good life and would sacrifice anything for them
Charlie was preceded in death by his Mother Elizabeth Younger, Grandmother Emma Younger and Brother Alfonzo Younger
Charlie leaves his loving legacy to his family: 5 Devoted Children - Deborah Ann, Charlene, Desiree, Stephen (Tina) & Andre’; Son in law- Anthony Hagler Sr. Grandchildren: Wayne, Anice, Anthony, Devin, Dyllan, Isaiah, Andre Jr; Great Grandchildren Wayne Jr, Jayce’on, and Zion. Last living sibling, Edith Moore, Sister In-law: Sherry Waller (Chippie), Brother in-law: Tommy Waller, Nephew: Alfred Younger (Agusta), Nieces: Deborah, Donna (Dave), Victoria, Sandra, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and close family friends.
Drive in celebration of life service for Mr. Charlie J. Younger will be held on Thursday, November 19, 2020 at 11:00 A.M at the Greater Triumph Missionary Baptist Church, 581 Fairview Road, Chatham, Virginia 24531 Rev. Michael K. Ferrell, Sr., Pastor, Rev. Alfred Younger, Officiating, Eulogist of Antioch Baptist Church Chatham Va., the Interment will be in the Church Cemetery .
Family and friends are asked to assemble at the church at 10:45 A.M on the day of the service.
Professional funeral services have been entrusted to the staff of the J.L. Dodson and Sons Funeral Establishment, 447 Old South Main Street, Danville, Virginia 24541, Rev. Jeffrey L. Dodson, Sr., Funeral Director, (434) 799-9262. Online condolences may be registered at www.jldodsonandsons.com “Our Family Servicing Your Family”.
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