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William E. Charlton

William E. Charlton "Together Forever"

William “Bill” E. Charlton, 89, of Parkersburg, passed away on May 28, 2017, at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Bill was born March 22, 1928, in Parkersburg, W.Va., to Earl O. Charlton and Zelma (Pickens) Charlton.

He served in the U.S. Army at Fort Mead, Md., Fort Eustis, Va., and Nancy, France, for two years and in the National Guard for one year.

Bill married Dorothy A. Tuell on Jan. 16, 1959. She passed away on Jan. 28, 2008.

He worked for Parkersburg Distributing Company for four years and retired from Midland Grocery after 25 years. Bill attended Grace Gospel Church. He enjoyed country and bluegrass music. Bill liked old westerns. He loved his family.

Bill will be deeply missed by his children, William “Bill” L. (Sara) Charlton of Parkersburg, Robert “Bob” P. (Tammy) Charlton of Washington, John E. Charlton of Parkersburg, Jean E. Charlton of Parkersburg, Linda D. (Terry) Devore of Parkersburg and Donna L. Charlton of Parkersburg; 15 grandchildren; and 21great-grandchildren.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents; wife Dorothy of 49 years; daughter, Deb Pursley; grandson, Jason Burchard; brother, Paul T. Charlton; sister, Patricia D. Charlton; and nephew, Pete Charlton.

Visitation will be Tuesday, May 30, 2017, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Funeral Home, Parkersburg. Funeral services will be Wednesday, May 31, 2017, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Troy Derenberger officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Memory Gardens. Online tributes may be made at www.sunsetparkersburg.com