Charlie Carver
Charlie Carver

Obituary of Charlie Carver

Charlie Elmo Carver WEST COLUMBIA: Heaven became even brighter this week as angels welcomed home our dear friend, Charlie Elmo Carver, 87, after a lifetime of unselfish devotion to God and his adoring wife, Sarah. Charlie died peacefully, Friday, October 14, 2011. Born March 19, 1924, in Newry, SC, Charlie was John Samuel Carver and Elizabeth Bright Carver's son in a family of twelve children. Charlie married the love of his life, Sarah Elizabeth Knight Carver in 1942. They were married for 68 years prior to Sarah's passing in 2010. Charlie proudly served his country as an infantryman in the 4th Army, 8th Infantry Brigade, during WWII. Charlie was awarded a Purple Heart Medal for wounds he received during the Battle of the Bulge. He was an active member of Westside Baptist Church, West Columbia, until his health prevented him from attending. Charlie was a member of the Asbestos Worker's Union and worked for over 50 years installing and removing insulation. He was a member of Woodmen of the World where he was held in high regard for the many active roles he played in fraternal and humanitarian projects. Charlie is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, friends and fellow lodge members; and special friends, Carroll and Jo Shealy and Ray Campbell. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Sarah, his parents and his 12 brothers and sisters; Harold, Bert and Jess Carver; Nellie Marsengill, Edward and Walter Carver; Grace Tannery, Ray, Roy, Lee and Jim Carver. The service is planned for 2 p.m. Monday, October 17, 2011, in the Chapel of Thompson Funeral Home of Lexington, officiated by Rev. Terry Carver. Interment will follow in Woodridge Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 1 until 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Charlie's family and friends extends heartfelt thanks to the wonderful staff of Agape' Hospice of West Columbia, especially Sarah Cooper. Family and friends may sign online guest book at www.thompsonsfuneral.com
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