Charles Leonard Durham's obituary , Passed away on October 13, 2025 in Elkin, North Carolina

Charles Leonard Durham

January 30, 1943 - October 13, 2025 (82 years old)

Elkin, North Carolina

Charles Leonard Durham's obituary , Passed away on October 13, 2025 in Elkin, North Carolina

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Charles Leonard Durham

January 30, 1943 - October 13, 2025 (82 years old)

Elkin, North Carolina

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Charles Leonard Durham Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on October 13, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Charles Leonard Durham (Elkin, North Carolina). You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Charles Leonard Durham or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Moses Leonard Durham and Versie Gammons Durham; his former wife Kay Melton Durham; his wife Bonita Hardy Durham; his brother Jerry Durham (Joan); and his siblings-in-law, Rex Melton and Wanda Hanes (Ralph).

He is survived by: his son Chip Durham (Becky) of Elkin; his brother Carl Durham (Sue); his sister-in-law Judy Melton of Elkin; his grandchildren, Jordan Durham (Megan) of Roaring River and Madison Durham Martin (Ryan) of Summerville Ga; and his great grandchildren, Oliver Martin, Willow Martin, Lucas Durham, Katelyn Kennedy, Natalie Martin, Erin Kennedy and Ally Kennedy.

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October 17, 2025

Jim Ramaker wrote a sympathy message

“Chip and family, Sandi and I am so sorry for your loss. Charles was one of the best human beings I have ever had the pleasure to meet. He was always there for me and my family. A huge loss for you and everyone that knew him. Sincerely, Jim and Sandi Ramaker”


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Gum Orchard Baptist Church
152 Poplar Springs Rd, Elkin, NC 28642

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Oct 17

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Gum Orchard Baptist Church
152 Poplar Springs Rd, Elkin, NC 28642

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