Charles was born in Anderson to the late Charles Edward Brown Sr and Maxie Cosby Brown. He proudly served in the United States Navy and loved his Country. A Carolina Gamecock fan, he had an interest in camping, fishing, and enjoyed his time to travel after retirement. A family man, he loved spending time with his family.
Charles is survived by his son Chris Simmons (Jackie Foster) of Seneca; and his daughter Christie Carver (Roger) of Pickens; his grandchildren: Destiny Duncan (Dexter), Levi Tallon (Kendall), Dustin Simmons (Kaileigh), and Brandon Carver; great-grandchildren: Grayson, Addiline, Asher, Braxton, Raelynn, Sawyer, and Olivia.
Charles was preceded in death by his parents; beloved wife Martha Reid Brown; brother John Brown; and sister Carolyn Bolding.
A visitation will be held Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm at Dillard Funeral Home, 2402 Gentry Memorial Hwy Pickens, SC. A funeral service will begin at 3:00 pm in the Dillard Funeral Home Chapel, with a committal service to follow with Military Honors.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.dillardfunerals.com. Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.