Charles Edward Hart

Charles Edward Hart, 76, of Machesney Park, went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, October 20, 2019. Born February 8, 1943 in Knobel, AR. Son of Ernie and Pearly Hart. United in marriage to Melba Bolin on September 18, 1960 in Walnut Ridge, AR. Charles and Melba came to Rockford in 1961 in search of employment. Charles was employed for several years at Rockford Clutch until his retirement where he was even the Union Steward for a period of time. In 2004 he followed the Lord and began Pastoral work at Lighthouse Temple Pentecostal Church in Rockford. Together with Melba they became members of Pentecostal Church of Jesus Christ in Loves Park.

Charles found enjoyment in watching western movies, attending Gospel concerts, attending the car races at the Rockford Speedway, going out to eat and anytime spent with his family. Together with Melba they would just get in the car and drive to wherever they could. They enjoyed visiting the mountains, Wisconsin Dells, Florida, Lake of the Ozarks and of course visiting family in Arkansas.

Survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Melba; siblings, Everett Hart, Linda (James) Watson and Shirley (James) Brannon; sister-in-law, Glenda (Wesley) Poe; brother-in-laws, James Ed. (Diane), Jerry (Linda) Bolin; special niece, Vicki (Arnie) Walker; special nephew, Michael (Kristen) Tillman; several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents; siblings, Gilbert (Mary), Loretta, Edwina and Patsy; special dogs, Lucky, Cricket, Lisa and FeFe.

Family wishes to Thank Presence St. Anne Center for their loving care of Charles. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made in Charles name for a memorial to be established at a later date.

Celebration of Life Funeral Service at 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 24 at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Rd, Machesney Park. Visitation at 1 p.m. until time of service. Entombment following services in Sunset Memorial Gardens. To share a condolence www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com