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Charles F. Wagner, 90, of Church Hill went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday (November 15, 2009) at the VA Community Living Center following a lengthy illness.
He was born in Harlan, Kentucky and resided the last 27 years in Church Hill. He was a veteran of the United States Army where he served in World War II. Charles retired from American General Insurance. Mr. Wagner was a 52 year member of Clay Lodge # 386 F&AM. He was 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason belonging to the Knoxville Consistory along with the Fairview Eastern Star Chapter #80. He was a former Rainbow's Dad Advisor and a Kentucky Colonel. Charles belonged to The Gideons Church Hill/Mt. Carmel Camp. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Surgoinsville where he taught Sunday School and enjoyed home visitations. Mr. Wagner was an avid gardener and loved to work with his flowers.
He was preceded in death by a son, Garrett Wagner; his parents, Isaac & Martha Turner Wagner; his brothers, William Wagner, Richard Wagner, Johnny Wagner, Isaac Wagner; his sisters, Millie Glancy, Evelyn Sizemore, Cora Fleenor, Stella Friar, Ruthie Wagner, & Carrie Holly; father-in-law & mother-in-law, Eckle & Irene Carr Conant.
Charles Wagner is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Mattie Conant Wagner; his daughters, Rebecca Casey & husband, Rick (Jonesborough, TN), Marsha Garbella (Irvine, CA); a special daughter-in-law, Phyllis Wagner (McCook, NE); grandchildren, Jim Wagner, Vickie Schuurman, Jay Hancock, Vickey Brooks, Chris Wagner, Beth Wagner, Edward Parker, & Amos Casey; his great grandchildren, Eric Likes, Collin Kern, Laif Kern, Derek Brooks, Garrett Wagner, Chandler Wagner, Seth Keller, Dion Hancock, Benjamin Hancock, Ashley Hancock, Jaxon McCoy, Joshua Parker, Katlyn Parker; two great-great grandchildren, Truman Hancock & Talyn Hancock; a brother, Herman Wagner (Jacksonville, AR), Sister-in-law, Iona Wagner (Sanford, NC); his brothers-in-law, Rod Conant (Kingsport, TN) & Clarence Conant (Surgoinsville, TN) along with several nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday (November 18, 2009) from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Carter-Trent Funeral Home of Church Hill or friends may also call anytime at the residence.
A Masonic Service will be conducted by Clay Lodge #386 at 7 p.m. on Wednesday (November 18, 2009) in the funeral home chapel.
A funeral service will follow in the funeral home chapel with Pastor Tecky Hicks & Rev. George L. Winegar officiating. Music will be provided by the First Baptist Church of Surgoinsville Church Choir.
A military graveside service will be conducted by the Hawkins County Color Guard & the TN Army National Guard on Thursday (November 19, 2009) at 11 a.m. at Elm Springs United Methodist Church Cemetery with the Men's Adult Sunday School Class serving as pallbearers. Jack Lawson, Clay Craddock, Ralph Bass, Mickey Houston, & Elmer Lewis will serve as honorary pallbearers.
A special thank-you goes out to the Doctors & staff of the VA Community Living Center Mountain Home.
In lieu flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Gideons International Church Hill/Mt. Carmel Camp # 4101.8, P.O. Box 846, Church Hill, TN 37642 or to First Baptist Church of Surgoinsville Building Fund, P.O. Box 135, Surgoinsville, TN 37873.
Carter-Trent Funeral Home of Church Hill is serving the Wagner family.
Go Back Carter Trent Memorials:
From: Kevin & Tonyia Carr(Mabelitini) tonyiacarr@yahoo.com
Date: 11/20/2009
Mattie I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Charles, I have thought about him & you so many time threw the years. God Bless
From: Angie(Christian) Pridemore jemezangie@yahoo.com
Date: 11/18/2009
Mattie, I am so sorry to hear about Charles. I remember all the good times we had in Rainbows. He was an inspiration to me and he could always make you smile no matter what kind of mood you were in. I will surly miss him. I live in New Mexico now and I will not be able to attend the funeral but you are in my prayers.
From: Mike Scott mike_n_ky@hotmail.com
Date: 11/18/2009
Becky and family....I was just thinking of Charlie the other day and was about to ask mom if she had heard anything about him...I just read about his passing. He was a wonderful man and never did I see him without that big smile of his. May God truly bless you and comfort you.
From: drema ricker hors_n_rnd@yahoo.com
Date: 11/18/2009
MS BECKY, YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAYERS. ITS ONLY BEEN 2 MONTHS SINCE MY DAD PASSED AWAY AND I KNOW EXACTLY HOW YOUR FEELING AT SUCH A SAD TIME BUT YOU HAVE THE COMFORT IN KNOWING THAT YOUR DAD IS IN HEAVEN AND THAT YOU WILL GET TO SEE HIM AGAIN SOMEDAY. THATS WHAT HELPS ME GET THROUGH EACH DAY. JUST KNOW THAT IF YOU NEED ANYTHING OR JUST NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO, IM AS CLOSE AS THE PHONE. LOVE YOU SISTER.
From: Theresa Reynolds Richard nannie1802@yahoo.com
Date: 11/18/2009
God bless you, Mattie and your family. Charles was "one-of-a-kind"...I have many memories of him at Calvary Baptist. He could always make me smile.
From: Britt Lewis, Jr. blewis@harlanonline.net
Date: 11/18/2009
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of friend Charles Wagner. Charles was a jewel and a real pleasure to know. He was the best man at my wedding in Harlan, Ky. My heart goes out to his wife mattie, all their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. A part of Charles will always live in my heart. Charles had a way of lifting you up with his wit and bright outlook on life. I will miss him even though it has been awhile since I have seen him. God Bless you Charles. You created many fond memories in the hearts of those who knew you.
From: GAIL SETZER LADYHAWEGLS@AOL.COM
Date: 11/18/2009
Mrs.Wagner and Becky
Itwas a honor to know to get to know all of you over this many months.Please know i will continue to be available. May God bless and comfort you,Gail
From: George Glancy glancyhaven@wowway.com
Date: 11/17/2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. George and Rosalie
From: Mr.and Mrs. Christopher B.Williams and Connor bigdaddy_74_04@hotmail.com
Date: 11/17/2009
Mattie and family, We are so sorry about Charles passing.I remember when you both would come to Mtn.Laurel Chapter to help us with an inspection.We never forgot your help.May God bless you all now and in the days to come.
Love,
The Williams'
From: Steven Noah srn614@insightbb.com
Date: 11/17/2009
Becky, I am so sorry to hear about Charles. He was always so nice to me and my family. I will never forget him ooming to our house or my Dad coming to your house to talk insurance and just as friends. We are praying for you and God Bless you and your family.
From: Marjorie Bridges mcbridgesol@charter.net
Date: 11/17/2009
I am so sotty to hear the lose of Charles. My family loved him because the tention he gave Susan in Rain Bowes. She will always love him. May God bless all of you. \
Marge and Susan
From: Kathy King Smith KatrinK803@aol.com
Date: 11/17/2009
Some of my fondest childhood memories include Charles sitting in our living room talking with my father, Denver. He was a wonderful person and a good friend to my family. My condolences to Mattie and the rest of the family.
From: Gary Hensley gahensley@live.com
Date: 11/17/2009
Marsha:
I was sorry to hear obout your dad. I did not know him, but know what a father can mean to his children.
From: Sandra Long huffalong@bellsouth.net
Date: 11/17/2009
Mattie--my heart goes out to you. I lost Green 2 1/2 years ago so I know very well the pain you are going through. Your carrot cake recipe was always Green's favorite and every time I made it we always thought of you and Charles and how much we thought of you. The only words of encouragement I can give you is to take your strength from God and His promise that we will see our loved ones again
From: Suzan L. Stroup hoggersgirl@yahoo.com
Date: 11/16/2009
Our hearts and prayers are with your family and we know without a doubt that there is another angel in heaven tonight. Wih all our love, Rich and Suzan
From: Susan Anderson asueand@hotmail.com
Date: 11/16/2009
Becky~
May the Lord bless you and give you the strength you need during this time of sorrow,
your father was a beautiful ray of light to us young girls in rainbows and we cherished him. Love and Prayer for you and your family. Susan
From: Bill and Deloris Conant delorisconant@aol.com
Date: 11/16/2009
Sorry about Charles, we are in Florida and can't be there.
From: Joyce Harris joyceharris@eastman.com
Date: 11/16/2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Charles was a special person and I will always remember his smile.
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