It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Charles Dowdle of Belmont, North Carolina, who passed away on February 10, 2024, at the age of 86, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, John Dowdle and Flossie Dowdle; his wife Emmie June Dowdle; his former life partner Bonnie Laxton Dowdle; his daughter Tina Dowdle Beckman; his stepson Dino Hensley; his grandsons, David and Josh Hensley; and his pet Chance.

He is survived by : his daughter Pamala Dowdle Gwinn (Art); his stepson Ronald Hensley; his brother Wayne Dowdle (Ruby); his grandchildren, Jay, Mike, Kevin, Tiffany, Melissa, John and Scott; his children-in-law, Kim Hensley and Michael Lee Beckham; and his niece Cindy Mattox. He is also survived by 7 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Parkinson Disease Association by clicking on the link below.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Benson Funeral & Cremation Services