Josephine Lester Charles's obituary , Passed away on February 21, 2021 in Big Rock, Virginia

Josephine Lester Charles

September 5, 1935 - February 21, 2021 (85 years old)

Big Rock, Virginia

Josephine Lester Charles's obituary , Passed away on February 21, 2021 in Big Rock, Virginia

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Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home

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Josephine Lester Charles

September 5, 1935 - February 21, 2021 (85 years old)

Big Rock, Virginia

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Josephine Lester Charles Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Josephine Lester Charles of Big Rock, Virginia, who passed away on February 21, 2021, at the age of 85, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Josephine Lester Charles or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Frank Lester and Cosby Lester; her husband Paris Charles, Jr.; and her children, Shelia Charles and Cecil Wayne Charles.

She is survived by : her son Ricky Charles of Abingdon, VA; and her grandchildren, Michael Wayne Childress, Donna Gay McClanahan, Amanda Nicole Ashby, Derk Dewayne Charles, Dewey Wayne Charles, Brittany Nichole Pallonetti, Bradley Charles, Teresa Jean Perkins, Christy Renee Brewer, Heidi Zjowell Lester, Jonathan Robert Lester and Zachary Ian Lester. She is also survived by several great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends.

In observance of COVID-19 restrictions, social distancing will be observed, and the wearing of masks is required for attendance.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home



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February 24, 2021

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“Josephine (Josie) has physical-deceased, her spirit will forever be around us. I am "Gail", Paris Lester daughter.”


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Feb 24

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Shortridge-Ramey Funeral Home Chapel
1021 Six Twentey Mile Branch Road, Grundy, VA 24614

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Feb 25

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1021 Six Twentey Mile Branch Road, Grundy, VA 24614

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