I just recently found out about Charles and my heart sank. Charles was an inspiration to me. He was a counselor as swain recovery where I was a patient. I have never forgot him and never will. I have been clean and sober for 3yrs. now and I'm grateful for Charles, and the way he always treated me with respect.

I will always miss and love u cousin Charlie

I will always miss and love u cousin Charlie

Charles Benjamin McCleary-small.
Charlie B.

Son
Husband
Father
Nephew
Cousin
"Big Brother" to Anita, Sylvia and Jeffrey
Coach
Mentor
Counselor
Legend

It's hard to come to terms with the fact that he won't be on the other end of my phone this year to cheer the Celtics on to victory.
But I know he'll be sitting beside me and we'll watch it together.

It's hard to come to terms with the fact that I will no longer get his unique perspective on raising a daughter.
Yet I am confident that he will be watching and laughing to himself as I stumble though raising my own.

It's hard for me to come to terms with the fact that I hadn't talked to my "brother" in a while. Life's twists and turns made "I'll call him later" my mantra. Yet, in the past few weeks I have done nothing but talk about him and wish that I could hear him laugh just one more time.

Charlie B. was my first cousin but I always thought of him as my brother. To me, he is the big brother that I always aspired to emulate.
Growing up, he was my idol. I wanted to do everything that he did. Everyone in our neighborhood knew who he was and I felt like I was somebody because I was his cousin.

I miss his presence. But I bask in his spirit. He is now and forever will be a part of who I am.


I love you guys,

Jeffrey

When we were kids, Charlie B, who was just a little older than I, was my hero and mentor. He was always there when needed. A finer individual would be hard to find. I am saddened by his death but rejoice in knowing he will still live in all the lives of people he touched. Rest in peace cousin.

Love you and miss you, Charlie B.

Charlie will always be a part of our childhood memories-sorry to learn of his passing-he was a great man and will be missed. Ann, Maryellen, & Jim

Dear Sherrie and family,

I am so sorry for the great and unexpected loss of your husband, father and friend. I know he left you with many memories of happiness which will sustain you through the time ahead. He was such a caring man.

Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Love, Jane Clark (G-3 at the Black Mountain Center

A gracious man, a model of a good husband and father, and a generous community member. I always appreciated our interactions, whether at school about his well loved children, or in the community when I sought his advice on any situation. I always appreciated his ready laugh as well as his insights.

To a very close and good childhood friend.A dedicated trumpet player and Drum corp enthusiest. He was dedicated to all things good and we had great times as kids in Betheal AME chruch in the Boy's Choirs. May god bless you and your family............Craig Richardson

Sorry to learn of "smalls" passing.May your family stay strong in faith during this painful time.

We did not now Charles except from being acquaintances at GCPC, but we have since learned that he had a special "light" that shined on others, making a difference in so many lives. His time with us was short, but obviously very blessed. Our condolences to you and your family, and to all the other young lives who looked up to him for love and guidance.

Mrs. Bailey and Family,
My mother, Nancy Davis, and I would like to offer our condolences to you on the passing of "Charlie B." "Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal," and we will keep you in our prayers.
Lovingly and sincerely,
John Davis and Nancy Davis

During class at the Y Charles told about cooking a goose for Christmas and from this story it was very obvious how much he loved being with his family. There will never be another instructor for me like Charles - no one did a class like him! I will miss him dearly.

Sherrie,

We share your grief and pray that God will comfort you and your family as only He can.

Marian & Ronnie McMahan

My heartfelt condolences to all family members. You are in my prayers and I wish you comfort and peace. I think Charles will always be remembered for his always pleasant personality and even more pleasant smile. Again, I wish you peace and comfort in your time of loss.

I am so sorry to hear about Charlie B's death. That is the name I knew him as when we grew up in church together at Behtel AME. God Bless all of you in you time of sorrow and loss. To his mother Barbara who was my Sunday School Teacher, May God Bless You and Take Care of You. My mother Daisy Hill also sends her love and prayers. God Bless All.

Dear Chloe, Max and Wesley (and Sherrie): It was with great sorrow that I learned of your father's (and husband's) passing as I read the paper today. Although I tended to know you better from the soccer teams and from being around AMS in the afternoons as I coached, Chloe, Wesley and Max, I always appreciated seeing your father out at games when he was there to support you. By all appearances, and from my own personal observations, your Dad was quite a man. A lot of other folks seem to think that, too. Sherrie, I know you'll miss him terribly too, so for all of you, I simply want to wish for you GOD's peace which passes all understanding during this time of loss. GOD bless!!!!
- Your (former) Middle School Soccer Coach and (former) State Representative -- Mark Crawford

My condolences go out to you and your family on the passing of Charlie. May peace, prayers and blessings be with you at this time.

So sorry to hear of the passing of Charlie. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. The heavenly singers have gained another great addition.