I remember when I was taking my driver's test for my CDL and due to complications, I couldn't drive our truck-- a semi-cabover with a shorty bunk and a Low-Boy trailer. I had to drive their truck--a conventional with extended Sleeper and a Box Van. 
I failed my test.
Close, but failed.
I called Chuck, thinking he would give me tips. He did, but wanted to come and give me lessons in person. It only took a couple hours and I was ready. Chuck was not only good, he had a good heart. It wasn't enough, for him, to give me tips, he wanted to do everything he was able to help me succeed. 
He was that way with his heart in all respects; he loved to laugh and make others laugh, so many other positive characteristics. And he loved to share the Lord. He had a light-hearted way of sharing God that would make you want to know what he knew and to develop your own relationship with God.
I know we'll meet again one day and we'll laugh--we'll share time with God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit

I used to spend the weekends with my papaw and Mary and we'd go to church. I loved it ... 

Chuck I always remember your smile and your gentleness whenever we would meet. I always remembered your thoughtfulness when talking because you never even whispered a bad word about anyone. Whenever you did talk about anyone it was always kind words that were spoken. I remembered your knowledge in so many areas but especially when it involved talking about trucks. I did go out on the road driving a big truck but I regret not interacting with you and gaining your knowledge about driving the big rig’s. Thank you Chuck for the time we were able to spend together. Thank you so much for your Faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Thank Chuck for sharing 33 years with my sister LeJean and for taking care of her. I will miss you my friend and now share your time up in Heaven with all of your friends and relatives. Until we meet again RIP. 

Dad,
I am not sure how I share 58 years of memories. As the oldest  of your kids, I have known and watched the many sides of you. I was the Daddy's girl. You were the Hero. The Monopoly games at Grandmothers,  58 years of holidays, We have laughed and we have cried, and sang together.   I watched you love Mom, and was heartbroken when you had to leave, although I understood. I rejoiced when you found Mary LeJean, (Our Marmee),  She was so good for you. I remember the singing, the guitars, the dancing, Semi-Trucks, Motorcycles, Fast cars.  I remember photography and the dark room you created and developed your own pictures. I have watched you love  me and Sherry then, love our kids and grandkids (your great's). I never thought we had enough time.  The memories are too many.  I will sum it up by saying .... I will miss your scent (old-spice), I will miss your laugh & your smile, I will miss your hugs, and the holding of your hand.  If time could go back I would sit in your lap and cry on your shoulder. I will miss our talks on the porch swing and in front of fireplaces, and walking in the woods, or just sitting on a couch. You listened and gave me good advise.   I will never forget leaving home at 18 and you near tears ... telling me I would always have a home.  Going to see you was always going home.  You were my protector and my friend. You were my Hero and I got the privilege to call you DAD.  I will carry you forever in my heart. 
I cannot believe our time on this side of eternity has come to a close. It was too soon, way too soon; the memories will have to do.  I will cherish each one.  I have and will continue to love you deeply and will miss you more than I can put into words.  
Always, 
Sheila 


Dear Papaw,
We already miss you.  Our memories are many but some of the best were you playing your guitar and singing.  Your jokes and your laugh. Making silly faces and playing aggravation.  The family reunions were always fun times. You gave the best hugs.  We wish we had more time but are thankful for what time we had. We  will always miss you.  There is no one like you. We Love you and are thankful God let you be our Papaw.  
Love,
Alivia and Xavier Hussey 

Papaw, I'm not even sure where to start. I know I wasn't ready to see you go. You were one of the best out there. The posts already written have shown what a kindhearted, gentle man you were. You gave the best hugs, had the best laugh, and were always good for one. I love how when we'd visit, you'd always come to the door and wave until our car was out of sight. I loved hearing you play your guitar and sing, and that sense of humor of yours. I'll always remember the last Christmas we spent together, where you got so many Old Spice gift sets. You, Sherry, and I had a good laugh every time you opened a package, and it was more Old Spice.  I loved when we'd come meet you for breakfast, and just have a nice chat about anything and everything. I wish it could have happened more. So many of my childhood memories have you in them - but I think my very favorite was when we'd sit together on the old porch swing,  singing songs. Because of you, I grew up with a love of photography,  travel,  and music. I wish we could have had more time with you, but I'm so thankful for the time we did share, and the memories that will keep you alive in our hearts. With love, Heather

Driver rest in peace, you made this world a happier place and taught us younger generations how to drive and shown us the old time ways, may your wheels never touch the ground and always keep the hammer down, someday we all will join the convey in the sky, until then save us a spot cause we know how hard parking is and you are the best teacher anyone could have ask for  

In 1977 we moved in from Florida, right across the street from the runyans..me and my sister patty became fast friends with chucks girls. Now sfter all these years still best friends.chuck did slot of things with us and he was a kind and gentle man.he will be so missed...prayers for all the family...

I Love You Friend And Brother. You Will Be Missed. I Will Not Forget All The Times You Shared Gods Word With Me Out In Your Garage, And You Would Get Out Your Guitar And We Would Sing Gods Songs I Loved That. I Will Miss Having You There At Our Bikers For Christ Meetings And What Ever We Been Doing Together. I Am A Better Person Knowing You. l Still Have Some Fish We Caught Together In The Freezer. I Will Remember The Time We Had Together When I Fix Them. I Can’t Believe You Are Gone, It Won’t Be The Same. Thank You For Being There For Me Chuck. Till We Meet Again.

Dear Chuck, 
I miss you already! It was always good to be around you and see your genuine smile and pleasant attitude, even when I knew you weren’t feeling well. You were always ready and willing to help anyone at any time. 
Thank you for loving my sister and her girls like they were your own. 
We will celebrate together again very soon! Just don’t pick all the roses. Lol! Love you and will miss you very much! 

I didn't realize I knew Chuck for 33 years as there are no bad markers along those years. There are many good ones though; one I'll share. 
The "Back Story" first: every time I saw Chuck, he was smiling and in a good mood. We would talk, share stories and laugh; the ever-present laugh that Chuck brought to conversations. Even when he was angry at something, he expressed it in a gentle, kind manner. I know he could get serious when needed, sometimes we talked of those moments that bothered him, or he would listen to me vent, but those were short, fleeting moments.
I needed to get my CDL's for a new job where we only had short cab tractors and lo-boys, which I got pretty good at backing. But, when I went for my practical I failed miserably as they made me use a sleeper cab and 53' box van. Every aspect of it was different--completely different.
Doomed to lose my job, I called Chuck for advice. We talked a bit then he said he could meet me, at my facility, Sunday after Church to help me. Always willing and giving, he wanted to help me; that ever-present Christian desire to help. 
We met and he patiently guided me through the processes, gave me pointers and encouraged me when I made a mistake. I passed my practical with ease; thanks again, Chuck.
I know you're at peace now, Brother and you'll be there to greet me when I arrive in Heaven. We'll ride our Harley's, fellowship with Jesus, laugh at the joy and praise God.
Thank you for loving, caring for and protecting my sister, LeJean, all those years. You truly brought completeness and fulfillment to her.
Until we meet again, I love you, Bother.

Uncle Chuck, you will be greatly missed. You were such a great laid back, caring, and loving man. You always had good things to say with words of wisdom. I enjoyed all the family gatherings, and enjoyed talking with you. I loved when you would play your guitar. You always seemed to have a smile on your face and knew how to make people laugh. I’ll never forget that. I love you, and I’ll truly miss you. 

Leigha

I always enjoyed talking with you Uncle Chuck.  You had a great voice to listen to and great words of wisdom.  I will always remember our family gatherings with you there speaking in warmth and kindness.  I know you will be greatly missed.

Chuck,
You will truly be missed. All the gatherings for the holidays. Sitting around playing games afterwards. Gathering at church to celebrate 4th of July and New Years.  You always had good words of wisdom. 
Always had a warm hug to give people. Always carrying those Au Gratan potatoes in our house that LeJean made and pineapple upside down cake. I love you and I’ll miss you!
Martha

Among other things you taught me, you taught me to appreciate nature and its beauty. Not being afraid to run free in the woods, catching frogs, making mudpies, finding good walking sticks, sledding down the hill when it snowed. You and grandma showing all of us grandkids up, by going first:). So much peace and quiet at that princeton house, time literally stood still. The long drive and nap was always worth visiting grandma and papaw, and all the grandkids knew it. Fun games of Aggravation. Sunday mornings were the best, they taught me discipline and good works. Waking up, smelling grandmas delicious breakfast and Lacy greeting me with warm kisses lol. Finding you at the dining room table with your bible and black coffee. I could memorize just about everything grandma made exactly the way you liked it. So many more memories with you thats just a piece of the puzzle. You taught me the importance of faith, not any kind but faith in God and never to lose it in him. Lately, I have lost my faith and need to find it again. Rest Easy Papaw. They have to celebrating in heaven to recieve a good,  kind-hearted and godly man like you. We Love You so very much. You will truly be missed. 

You were such a good man Uncle Chuck, always there with a kind word or a hug. I will miss you tremendously and keep the memories of you close. Give a hug to mom for me, until we meet again.

Reagen

OBITUARY

Charles Anthony Runyan

December 1, 1944 – December 27, 2020

Alexander Funeral Home - North Chapel

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