Charles McDuffie Obituary

My Friend is gone. I will miss talking to him. A lot of years have come and gone but we always keep in touch. I will miss my friend. Deepest sympathy to the McDuffie Family. Charles will be missed by many that he meet thru the years and he will definitely be missed by me.

I served with Charles "Charlie" McDuffie in the 701st AS at Charleston AFB SC. Charlie was a loadmaster Flight Chief and senior loadmaster on C141 A/B aircraft. He flew many vital missions during Desert Storm and other international concerns. He was a Master Sergeant who was excellent in his skills, contributing to the accomplishment of missions where he was a participant. Charlie, thank you for your many years of service, from a grateful nation, and the many crewmembers who were able to learn from your expertise. RIP my friend.....I remember.

Charlie and I flew a lot of missions together during the 70's and 80's. We flew out of Vietnam on April 26, 1975. One of the last C-141 airlifts bringing refugees out of Vietnam. He was good, honest, and of good character.

I was one of Charles's crewmates from the 701st MAS,Charleston AFB.We flew together many times.He worked so very hard at his job,never more so than during the trying times of the first Gulf War.He was excellent at what he did,and with a wonderful attitude,was a pleasure to serve with.I was one of the unit's Aircraft Commanders and his work made everything I did look easy.
My condolences to the whole Family.

To The McDuffie Family
Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be comforted..Matt. 5:4
May God Continue to bless and give you the strength you need day by day.

Franklyn and Sadie Simmons

Charlie was a good man, devoted to his family & country. He was a well respected member of the 701st & will be missed by his fellow Turtles. May His peace be felt by the family and His comfort surround all those he loved.
Glenn & Mary Moon-Thompson

Rest In Peace my friend. My prayers are with the family.

To The Mcduffie Family,

He will be missed.Mr.McDuffie was a kind man and my steady patient at the Podiatry Dept. at the VA. My prayers to the bereaving family.

I knew Charles for many years in the 707th Squadron. We flew many times together, and I always respected him for the excellent job he did. Always hate to see when another brother heads west, and I will always remember him.

Shirley Ann and Margie,Will always remember Charles and our days on Dewey Hill,my thoughts and prayers are with the family

To Shirley and Margie, Charles was like one of my sons; my condolence to you and yours. God bless you all.

To Brenda, Shirley and Margie, our hearts goes out to you all. May God comfort you and the entire Family during this time.

To the entire McDuffie Family,

Although our life may never be like it was, We lean on the wisdom and love of the Holy Spirit, remembering we are neither alone nor forsaken.

One with the Presence, we open to the blessing of now. With faith as our beacon, we have the courage we need to pass through any experience with strength and grace.

Remembering always Charles's smiles and grace.

Sincerely,

Alva Reed-Williams, Class of 1966

To the entire McDuffie Family,

Although our life may never be like it was, We lean on the wisdom and love of the Holy
Spirit, remembering we are neither alone nor forsaken. We are infilled with the soothing, uplifting energy of the Spirit's divine comfort, gently easing our pain and grief.

One with the Presence, we open to the blessings of now. With faith as our beacon. We have the courage we need to pass through any experience with strength and grace.

May the peace of God continue to be with the Family.

Sincerely,
Alva Reed-Williams, Class of 1966

Mrs. Brenda and Family. I am deeply saddened by the passing of "Pop" McDufie. We loved him dearly. You all have always treated me and Jessica like blood relatives and for this we are eternally grateful. We share in your sorrow. We pray for God's peace that surpasses ALL understanding during this time. Love and Blessings to you all.

May our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences

To Brenda and the McDuffie Family: Our hearts grieve with you. Charles will be missed but thank God for him knowing and trusting the Lord. We will hold firm to great memories to comfort us. Praying for you all. Wilkie & Vanessa Gleaton

To Charles McDuffie's family: I was sorry to hear about Charles's death. You all have my deepest sympathy. Charles was such a handsome fellow. May God continue to comfort your hearts. Love, Annabelle Bowman Davis

TO BRENDA AND FAMILY:
MAY THE PEACE OF GOD BE WITH YOU DOING YOUR TIME OF SORROW.
YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS.