Ellen Kay Charles Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Ellen Kay Charles of Jacksonville, North Carolina, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on June 8, 2025 at the age of 83. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ellen Kay Charles to pay them a last tribute.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Ellen Kay leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Edward A. Kurth and Amelia Kurth (Kniesel); her son Steven Kaempf; and her siblings, Nancy Platta, William Kurth and Loren Kurth.
She is survived by: her daughters, Angela Lynn (Ernie) and Karla Brush; and her grandchildren, Krista Gower, Brett Kaempf and Justin Brush.
